{"id":5777,"date":"2022-06-30T17:41:15","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T12:11:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bringuptodate.com\/?p=5777"},"modified":"2022-07-10T14:01:52","modified_gmt":"2022-07-10T08:31:52","slug":"does-roku-work-on-any-tv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bringuptodate.com\/does-roku-work-on-any-tv\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Roku Work on Any Tv? Find Out The Answer Here"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Well, today’s article is going to be a tad different. I usually rave about the latest gadgets and technologies I love to use and how we can solve the technical glitches they encounter. I recently visited my grandmother for her 80 th birthday, and yes, we had a massive celebration for her as well. But to my dismay, I found that she was still using a non-smart Tv; I ensured to take matters into my hands and see to it that she could watch all the latest shows available on all OTT platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It also made me wonder how many of us have old television sets that we still use and have not gotten rid of. After I upgraded my Gran-Gran’s Television with the Roku device, all her friends asked me, “James, can you use Roku on a non smart TV?” <\/strong>or “Does Roku work on any TV?”<\/strong> Will we be able to use the same services even if we do not own smart televisions?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ladies and gentlemen! The good news is that, yes, Roku does work on any Tv<\/strong>. If you are a regular follower, you must reminisce my post on How to Get Netflix On A Non -Smart TV<\/a>? Let’s Find Out!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This post is a sequel to the former on how non-smart televisions can still be used. Many questions came on the post asking, “does a Roku Stick work on any Tv?”<\/strong> And for those of you are first-time users for any Roku devices, the question does seem very valid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fortunately, Roku really thought this over and ensured that its streaming stick works flawlessly with non-smart and smart televisions as long as they have HDMI connectivity. Apart from that, Roku only requisites a fast internet connects to work correctly. Consequently, if you have these two devices at hand, the Roku stick will be working brilliantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you still discerning of getting rid of your old non smart tv? And joining the bandwagon of the Smart Television league? What if I say that your old tv is still useful, especially if you want to use a Roku device? Interested to hear more? Well let’s dive in and I will guide you on how to get your money’s worth by using Roku on your non smart Tv.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n That is a big -big resounding YES, you can definitely connect your Roku device to your old TV. Even if it is HDR device that is used for streaming or a Roku stick, you can surely make it work. Roku works on the principle of HDMI or the High-Definition Multimedia Interface that does not have a prerequisite of having a smart television. The HDMI allows to transmit audio and visual aids to you TV regardless of the kind of the Television it is. Even if your Tv does not come with a HDMI port it is possible to use the Roku device by using composite cables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that you know that you do not need a Smart Tv to use a Roku device, let’s jump in and teach you how to link your Roku to a non-smart Tv. It is elementary and straight forward to use. Follow the given steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure that you have all the equipment that you need<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When you get the Roku device, you need to make sure that all its components are present. This comprises of a remote, the Roku streaming device, batteries, USB cable that is used for charging, a HDMI cable, and an AC charger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note: All these components are placed in a plastic container and the spaces that they come in should be complete. If you find anything missing, get in touch with Roku’s customer<\/a> care so that your device can be replaced.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nCan Roku be Used on a Non-Smart Television?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Connect Roku to Non-Smart Tv? 14 Quick Steps to Follow:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n