IR replacement remote for Roku 1 to 4 and Telstra TV 1 and 2
Devices this Roku replacement is made for
This generic infrared replacement operates Roku 4, 3, 2 and 1 players, Roku HD, and the Telstra TV and Telstra TV2, the Roku-based streamers Telstra supplied to Australian broadband customers. A dedicated Netflix button sits on the face for one-press access. With Telstra TV hardware long out of production, original remotes have become scarce, and a dead handset is usually what retires an otherwise serviceable streamer. For reference, the body measures approximately 140 x 42 x 20mm, comes in black, and is moulded from environmentally protective ABS plastic that stands up to daily handling. It is a simple, purpose-built controller for a simple device, which is exactly what these streamers deserve.
The exclusions that catch buyers out
Because Roku built many device styles, the exclusion list deserves a careful read. This remote is IR only, so it is not compatible with the Roku Express, the Roku Streaming Stick in HDMI or MHL form, or Roku TV televisions from brands like TCL, Sharp, Insignia and Hisense, and it does not suit the Telstra TV3 or TV4. There is no headphone jack on the remote, and it is not intended for game control. If your streamer falls outside the list, brand remotes such as the TCL TV Remote Control RC802N ARC802N YUI1 for 65C2US and 75C2US sets cover the Roku TV style hardware.
Batteries and the rest of the streaming shelf
Power comes from two AAA batteries, not included, and the package holds one replacement remote. For households rebuilding the whole streaming corner, companion options include the Sony TV Remote Control RMT-TX100A KD-55X9000C for KD-55X9000C and KD-65X9000C Bravia sets and the Panasonic TV Remote Control RC1008T Netflix with its own Netflix shortcut for TX-49FX650B televisions. A Telstra TV that has sat unused in a drawer purely for want of a remote can return to the spare room TV for less than the cost of a single month of a streaming subscription, which makes this one of the cheaper fixes in home entertainment.
Delivery and service from The Remote Factory
Hard-to-find streamer remotes like this Roku and Telstra TV unit are the specialty of The Remote Factory, an Australian-based replacement remote store. All items are dispatched within 24 hours, standard delivery takes 1–5 working days within Australia and 2–8 working days for New Zealand, and every payment method from Visa, Mastercard and American Express through PayPal, Shop Pay and Apple Pay is accepted. If your device turns out to be one of the excluded models, the 30-day return policy applies, with help available from contact@theremotefactory.com.au on identifying which Roku or Telstra TV generation you own.
Frequently asked questions
Does this remote work with my Telstra TV box?
It works with the Telstra TV and Telstra TV2, the first two generations of Telstra's Roku-based streamer, but it is not compatible with the Telstra TV3 or TV4. If you are unsure which generation you own, check the model label on the underside of the box. It also operates Roku 4, 3, 2, 1 and Roku HD players.
Why will this remote not control my Roku Streaming Stick or Roku TV?
This is an infrared remote, and those devices rely on different control methods. The listing specifically excludes the Roku Express, Roku Streaming Stick in HDMI or MHL form, and Roku TV televisions from brands such as TCL, Sharp, Insignia and Hisense. For a Roku TV built into a television, a remote matched to that TV brand is the correct replacement instead.
Does it have a Netflix button and headphone jack?
It includes a Netflix button for direct access to the app, which was a signature feature of the original Roku and Telstra TV remotes. It does not have a headphone jack, so the private listening feature of some premium Roku remotes is not supported, and it is not designed for games. Core navigation, playback and menu functions are all covered.
What batteries are required and are they in the box?
The remote takes two AAA batteries, which are not included; the package contains the remote only. The unit measures approximately 140 x 42 x 20mm, so standard AAA cells keep it light in the hand. Fit fresh batteries on arrival for reliable infrared range, and keep a clear line of sight to the front of your Roku or Telstra TV.
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