Roku com Remotehelp: RCS01R Voice Remote Pro Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: Roku

Table of Contents

Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro
Details
Pairing your Remote
Setting Up TV Controls
Remotes & Devices
Charging Your Remote
How To Use Your Remote Features
Just talk to it. It’s that easy.
Product Description
Trademarks
SPECIFICATION
FAQs
Video – Product Overview
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The Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro is a cutting-edge device designed to enhance your streaming experience. This instruction manual provides detailed information on how to use the remote, including how to pair it with your device, set up TV controls, and charge the battery. With hands-free voice commands, personal shortcuts, and a lost remote finder, this remote offers a range of features that make streaming even more convenient. The manual also includes FAQs that address common questions about the device, such as how long the battery lasts and how to control the voice remote. Additionally, the manual provides information on the benefits of using a voice remote and how it works. Whether you are new to Roku or a seasoned user, this instruction manual is an essential guide to getting the most out of your Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro.

Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro

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Details

Pairing your Remote

STEP 1: Press and hold on your current Roku remote or the free mobile app for 5 seconds to open the setup menu.
STEP 2: Select Remote to start pairing.
STEP 3: Press and hold the Pairing button on your new remote for 5 seconds until the status light turns green and starts blinking.
NOTE: Your device’s software must be updated to version 9.4 or higher to pair.
For help pairing your remote, visit go.roku.com/remotehelp

Setting Up TV Controls

Own a Roku TVTM? You can skip this section.

Press the button on your new remote.
Go into the Settings menu and select

Remotes & Devices

Find your new remote under Remotes.
Select Set up remote for TV control and follow the instructions.

Charging Your Remote

Plug the USB cable into your remote and any standard USB power adaptor.
The status light will stop blinking once your remote is finished charging.

Happy Streaming!

How To Use Your Remote Features

Hands-free voice
Say “Hey Roku” to give a voice command without reaching for your remote.
Push-to-talk voice
Press and hold the voice button if you don’t want to use a hands-free voice.
Personal shortcuts
Press and hold after giving a voice command to save it for one-touch control.
Lost remote finder
Say “Hey Roku, where’s my remote?” or use the free Roku mobile app.
Private listening
Just plug headphones into the headphone jack. Your TV will mute automatically.

Just talk to it. It’s that easy.

Play entertainment
“Hey Roku, play Handmaid’s Tale on Hulu”
“Hey Roku, play classic rock on Pandora”
Find more to watch
“Hey Roku, show me the news”
“Hey Roku, search for comedies”
Control your streaming
“Hey Roku, pause”
“Hey Roku, turn captions on”
Control your TV
“Hey Roku, turn my TV off”
“Hey Roku, turn it up”

Product Description

Use our best remote in place of or in addition to your current Roku control! Take use of the rechargeable battery, lost remote finder, connected headphones for private listening (available separately), and one-touch control with custom shortcut buttons. To play games, manage streaming, and turn on your TV without using the remote, use hands-free voice commands. Most recent Roku devices, including all Roku TVTM models, Roku Express, Roku Express +, Roku Express 4k, Roku Express 4k+, Roku Premiere, Roku Premiere+, Roku Ultra, Roku Ultra LT, Roku SE, Roku 2, Roku 3, and Roku 4, Roku Smart Soundbar, Roku® StreambarTM, and Roku® StreambarTM Pro, are compatible with Roku Voice Remote Pro. not compatible with any Amazon hardware.

Trademarks

SPECIFICATION

Product Specifications

Product Name| Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro
Features| Hands-free voice commands, push-to-talk voice, personal shortcuts, lost remote finder, private listening
Compatibility| Most recent Roku devices, including all Roku TVTM models, Roku Express, Roku Express +, Roku Express 4k, Roku Express 4k+, Roku Premiere, Roku Premiere+, Roku Ultra, Roku Ultra LT, Roku SE, Roku 2, Roku 3, and Roku 4, Roku Smart Soundbar, Roku® StreambarTM, and Roku® StreambarTM Pro
Pairing| Software must be updated to version 9.4 or higher to pair
Battery Life| Up to 3-6 months under normal or moderate use; heavy private listening use drains battery more quickly
Charging| Plug USB cable into remote and any standard USB power adaptor; full charge takes roughly 3 hours
TV Control| Can be set up for TV control with Roku TVTM; requires CEC compatibility for TV voice control
Range| 12 feet (but more like six if you don’t want to raise your voice)
Waterproof| Not intended to be submerged underwater
Bluetooth| Can be turned off on the remote

FAQs

How long does Voice Remote Pro battery last ?****

A full charge takes roughly 3 hours and your Roku Voice Remote Pro can be used while charging if necessary. Please note heavy private listening use drains the Roku Voice Remote Pro battery more quickly.

How does Roku Voice Remote Pro work?****

Just say “Hey Roku” and a command to control your streaming even faster. Play entertainment, turn your TV on, adjust the volume, control playback, and more. TV voice control requires CEC compatibility. Plug headphones into your remote to crank up the volume on your TV without disturbing the house.

How often should you change remote batteries?****

Under normal or moderate use, the batteries in a remote control should last up to 3-6 months. IMPORTANT: If you do not use the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. NOTES: Do not use a fresh battery with an old one.

What is the range of the Roku voice remote?****

So far, the response has proved relatively accurate as long as you’re in range (Roku claims 12 feet but it’s more like six if you don’t want to raise your voice), and you’ll also want to keep the mic on the remote’s topside pointed up, or you may need to shout.

How Does Roku TV Work?****

A freestanding Roku streaming media player attaches to your TV via HDMI—directly, in the case of a Roku stick, or via an HDMI cable, in the case of a set-top box. A Roku TV is a television set with a Roku device built-in, so there’s no extra device to connect.

What is the benefit of a voice remote?****

Voice control can be faster than physically typing out commands, notes, or texts, and provides the convenience of being hands-free when your device isn’t within arm’s reach or your hands are busy stirring the pot or driving the car.

How do I control my voice remote?****

1. On your remote control, press the microphone button.
2. After the red LED on the remote control lights up, the voice search function is activated. You can then say your command into the built-in microphone.

Are voice remotes safe?****

Since your equipment is always awaiting your spoken instructions and processing all the sounds in a given environment, a hacker could obtain valuable information regarding your personal schedule by intercepting the signals that these products send and receive. This could lead to a burglary or home invasion.

How do I change my Roku Voice Remote Pro?****

Plug the USB cable into your remote and any standard USB power adaptor. The status light will stop blinking once your remote is finished charging. Happy Streaming!

Does a Roku voice remote need WiFi?****

To set up your Roku® voice remote, it must be connected to your Roku streaming player or Roku TV™ through a wireless discovery process known as pairing.

Are Roku remotes waterproof?****

Please note the remote is still not intended to be submerged underwater. It’s okay if it happens, however, it should be avoided.

Do all Roku remotes have volume?****

Your Roku voice is remote is designed to control the power and volume of your TV. It cannot directly control other devices connected to your TV, such as an audio/video receiver (AVR) or soundbar. However, your TV may be able to issue volume commands to your AVR or soundbar using a technology called HDMI-CEC.

Does Roku remote have Bluetooth?****

On your Roku remote when in the Bluetooth channel, scroll up or down, and select Turn off display. When you want to turn the TV screen back on, simply press the power button on your Roku remote or use a voice command like “Power on my TV”.

How do I pair my Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro with my device?

Press and hold on your current Roku remote or the free mobile app for 5 seconds to open the setup menu. Select Remote to start pairing. Press and hold the Pairing button on your new remote for 5 seconds until the status light turns green and starts blinking.

How do I set up TV controls with my Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro?

Press the button on your new remote. Go into the Settings menu and select Remotes & Devices. Find your new remote under Remotes. Select Set up remote for TV control and follow the instructions.

How do I charge my Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro?

Plug the USB cable into your remote and any standard USB power adaptor. The status light will stop blinking once your remote is finished charging.

How long does the battery last on the Roku RCS01R Voice Remote Pro?

A full charge takes roughly 3 hours and your Roku Voice Remote Pro can be used while charging if necessary. Please note heavy private listening use drains the Roku Voice Remote Pro battery more quickly.

How does the Roku Voice Remote Pro work?

Just say “Hey Roku” and a command to control your streaming even faster. Play entertainment, turn your TV on, adjust the volume, control playback, and more. TV voice control requires CEC compatibility. Plug headphones into your remote to crank up the volume on your TV without disturbing the house.

How often should I change the batteries in my remote control?

Under normal or moderate use, the batteries in a remote control should last up to 3-6 months. IMPORTANT: If you do not use the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage. NOTES: Do not use a fresh battery with an old one.

What is the range of the Roku voice remote?

So far, the response has proved relatively accurate as long as you’re in range (Roku claims 12 feet but it’s more like six if you don’t want to raise your voice), and you’ll also want to keep the mic on the remote’s topside pointed up, or you may need to shout.

What is the benefit of a voice remote?

Voice control can be faster than physically typing out commands, notes, or texts, and provides the convenience of being hands-free when your device isn’t within arm’s reach or your hands are busy stirring the pot or driving the car.

How do I control my voice remote?

On your remote control, press the microphone button. After the red LED on the remote control lights up, the voice search function is activated. You can then say your command into the built-in microphone.

Are voice remotes safe?

Since your equipment is always awaiting your spoken instructions and processing all the sounds in a given environment, a hacker could obtain valuable information regarding your personal schedule by intercepting the signals that these products send and receive. This could lead to a burglary or home invasion.

Does a Roku voice remote need WiFi?

To set up your Roku® voice remote, it must be connected to your Roku streaming player or Roku TV™ through a wireless discovery process known as pairing.

Are Roku remotes waterproof?

Please note the remote is still not intended to be submerged underwater. It’s okay if it happens, however, it should be avoided.

Does all Roku remotes have volume?

Your Roku voice is remote is designed to control the power and volume of your TV. It cannot directly control other devices connected to your TV, such as an audio/video receiver (AVR) or soundbar. However, your TV may be able to issue volume commands to your AVR or soundbar using a technology called HDMI-CEC.

Does Roku remote have Bluetooth?

On your Roku remote when in the Bluetooth channel, scroll up or down, and select Turn off display. When you want to turn the TV screen back on, simply press the power button on your Roku remote or use a voice command like “Power on my TV”.