How do you turn up volume on roku tv

Roku is a popular streaming device that brings you unlimited entertainment over the internet. With streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, SlingTV, and other channels on Roku, you can access paid and free content. Roku TV brings to you all these with good streaming quality, making it one of the best choices to make. There are a lot of functions and features on Roku that you can set to your wishes. Now, let’s discuss how to adjust the volume on Roku TV, one of the most basic.

Adjusting the volume while streaming content on Roku is one of the most basic needs. We have two easy ways to adjust the volume on Roku.

• Using Roku remote
• Using Roku app

Adjust Volume Using Roku remote

Like any other streaming device, Roku has a very user-friendly remote control. You can control all basic actions, including adjusting volumes and changing channels using the remote. On the right side of your remote, you can see three buttons to control volume.

1. Volume Up button to increase volume
2. Volume Down button to decrease volume
3. Mute button to mute and unmute.

Using Roku Mobile App

We have the official mobile app of Roku, which can be downloaded on our smartphones. You can add channels to the Channel list with the Roku mobile app. Furthermore, use the Roku app as a replacement for the remote as it comes with remote functions.

1. On your Android or iPhone, visit the Play Store or the App Store respectively and download and Install the Roku mobile app.

2. Open the app as the download completes.

3. On the app, navigate to the joystick icon on the app.

4. Now, you can see a remote-like screen on your phone. Use the buttons with arrows to increase and decrease the volume.

Apart from this, you can use a headphone button on the app to turn on listening mode.

Adjust Volume Modes on Roku TV

The Roku TV comes with different modes for you. To be more specific, there are 3 volume modes on Roku, namely Off, Leveling and Night.

1. The Off volume mode turns off other volume modes, leaving the volume of the content unmodified.
2. The leveling mode has different volumes for different contents, which is updated automatically. This will eliminate the need to change the volume of channels each time you switch them and during ads.
3. Meanwhile, the Night mode increases the soft sounds on the content along with a reduction in the loud sounds. This feature is in consideration to others who are’t watching TV, so that they don’t feel disturbed.

To set a Volume Mode

1. Press the Home button on your remote to launch the home page.

2. Select the Settings option from the sidebar.

3. Choose the  Audio option from the menu.

4. Next, choose the Volume modes option.

5. Finally, choose the suitable volume mode.

To adjust the Volume Mode during a Playback.

Follow these steps while you are streaming a show on your TV and want to change the volume mode.

Step 1: Firstly, press the Asterisk (*) button on your remote while some content is playing on Roku.

Note: Use the directional pad, a button with a plus sign on the center of the remote, instead of the asterisk button in case you can’t find it.

Step 2: Secondly, choose the  Sound Settings option.

Step 3: Finally, adjust the Volume mode.

Related: How to Change the Language on Roku?

Wrapping Up

Adjusting volume is a very basic need in any streaming service. Roku has a very simple remote that can help you control the volume at any time. Furthermore, you can use the Roku mobile app for the same. Apart from that, we can adjust volume modes on Roku.

Troubleshooting sound and volume issues while streaming

Updated on April 22, 2022

If your Roku remote won't let you control the volume, you'll likely spot this problem initially when you try to adjust the volume with the standard Roku remote control. Fortunately, fixing this issue is quick and easy.

How Do I Get My Roku Remote to Control the Volume?

The Roku remote control can run into problems from time to time. Even then, the volume buttons typically continue to work, but if they don't, here are some ideas on how to fix it.

1. Replace the batteries: If the volume buttons aren't doing anything, it could be the batteries have run out.

2. Are the buttons stuck? If you have young children, or the control is old, it's possible the volume buttons are stuck. Use a mild cleaner, or wet wipes to clean away any grease or gunk from the control, then press the volume buttons repeatedly multiple times to clear any residue.

3. Is your TV muted? You might find the remote has adjusted the volume (based on the on-screen indicator), but it doesn't do anything. If that's the case, your TV might just be muted. Use your main TV remote to unmute it and see if that fixes the issue.

4. Re-pair your controller: If your Roku remote has become unsynced from the Roku streaming stick, try to pair it again. That can sometimes kick the remote back into working and let you adjust the volume again.

5. Are you using the app? If you have Private Listening engaged, the sound will be going to your smartphone or attached headphones, instead of the TV. Toggle off Private Listening to get the sound back on your TV.

Is Roku Having Sound Issues?

If you try the above fixes and your Roku volume still isn't working, it may be that the Roku itself is experiencing some issues. Here are some fixes you can try.

1. Reset the Roku: Unplug the Roku and its power cable, wait 10 seconds, and plug them back in again to reset the Roku. This can sometimes get the remote to work again, letting you adjust the volume.

2. Change HDMI port: Plug the Roku into a different HDMI port. If the port was faulty, you wouldn't be able to adjust the volume with the remote.

3. Change A/V port: Similarly, if your Roku relies on an external A/V system for sound, make sure it is connected properly and isn't experiencing any errors itself.

4. Change the cables: If your audio setup relies on cables, you might consider replacing them with ones you know work to see if that fixes the volume issue.

5. Adjust sound settings: It may be the Roku's sound settings need tweaking. Go to Settings > Audio and then tweak the options for your particular setup. If you're using an optical cable, set HDMI and S/PDIF to Dolby D.

6. Turn off your surround sound: Test if the surround sound is the problem by going to Settings > Audio and set Audio mode to Stereo. Then set HDMI to PCM-Stereo.

FAQ

• How do you turn up volume on Roku without a remote?

  You can use the Roku app to control your Roku device if you don't have a remote or your remote isn't working. Follow along with our step-by-step guide for instructions on how to do just that. Also, Roku TVs have dedicated volume buttons you can use to adjust volume without a remote as well.

• How do you use the Roku remote to control soundbar volume?

  With a Roku TV that supports HDMI-ARC, if you have a compatible soundbar connected to your TV's HDMI-ARC port, you can use the Roku remote to adjust the TV"s volume and thus the volume of your soundbar. However, not all configurations will support this.

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