How to restore buttons on the TV remote control

One of the most important components of a TV is the remote control. It is with its help that all channels, additional functions and the television receiver itself are controlled. But after prolonged use, the buttons may become stuck, fall off, or simply stop working. Why is this happening? Is it possible to fix the situation yourself without resorting to the help of professionals? Of course you can. You will learn how to do this correctly and not completely ruin the remote control in this article.

What to do if the TV remote control button does not work?

Using the device can be difficult if even one button breaks, for example, the most important one - turning the device on and off. First, it is important to understand the causes of the malfunction. Since the remote control is used very often by many family members, it can become dirty just like other household appliances.

Causes and symptoms of malfunction

The causes of the malfunction may be:

• pollution;
• malfunction of internal elements;
• dead batteries.

Check the batteries if the TV does not respond to commands at all. This can be done using a regular camera on your phone, which is capable of detecting infrared radiation. To do this, point the camera at the diode located in front of the case and check whether it lights up or not. If there is no signal, there may also be damage to one of the internal elements of the device. Another reason could be the accumulation of condensation on your hands. This happens due to prolonged use of the device. If dirt gets inside, oxidation of important elements could occur, causing the buttons to stop performing their tasks.

When one or a few buttons do not function, there is a possibility that the graphite coating on them has worn off. And if the remote control fell, the ceramic quartz inside could be damaged.

There are many possible causes of failure, so further actions are determined only after these causes have been identified. So you will have to spend time carefully examining the device.

How to fix buttons on a TV remote control

So, if you have already replaced the batteries, but the problem has not disappeared, you will have to think about how to restore the buttons on the TV remote control.

First of all, clean the unit both outside and inside. This is done using wet wipes and very carefully so as not to damage the device. Grease and dirt accumulate both under the buttons and on the outer surface, and inside, for example, because the remote control has been dropped a lot into a dusty carpet.

IMPORTANT! Wipe the remote control regularly to prevent it from becoming damaged. Wet wipes or a swab with alcohol are likely to be found in every home, and cleaning itself does not take much time. But you can forget about the problems of pollution and use the TV for your own pleasure.

Then inspect the spring contacts of the batteries. They can become unsoldered from the microcircuit, as a result of which the remote control will cease to perform its functions. Then you should carefully solder the parts and the problem will disappear by itself.In addition, some devices have contacts coated with graphite, which can wear off over time. There's no need to panic. You just need to find chocolate foil, cut it into small squares and attach the paper side to the contacts.

If the remote control has been dropped a lot, the problem is rooted in a faulty quartz crystal. Then you will have to replace it. To make sure that the cause of the breakdown is in the quartz, you need to shake the device. A slight noise will be a sign of a malfunction.

How to extend the life of your remote control

Once you've repaired your remote, it's a good idea to think about some regular steps that will allow you to use it for a long time without breaking down.

The first and most important rule, already mentioned above, will be constant cleansing of dirt. It is better to clean it at least once every six months to prevent dirt from getting inside the device. Plus, the more often you wash your hands, the less contaminants it gets on it.

Another tip is to use the device more carefully. Constant falls do not contribute to the long-term operation of any household appliance.

Now you know how to repair the remote control yourself and how to keep it in good condition for many years to enjoy watching TV without interference.