I got this to work w/ roku3 and my TV that doesn't have a HTMI port. Based on another review, it says it needs to be connected to a power source. ???
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Yes. It doesn't need a power adapter but it will need to be plugged into a power source via the cable that comes with it.
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Although the user manual does not say that it needs a power source, it came with a USB cable. I was not sure why, later I noticed that the device has a mini USB port on the side. I had it connect to my Cable box that has a USB port. The device did not work properly (it kept flickering) without using USB cable. It works perfectly now.
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It take its power from a usb plug the one I have I use with my video production setup so I just plug it into a computer, I have not tried it but I bet it would work with a usb phone charger, you can power your phone from a computer so it should work also.
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that reviewer might have an old firmware. as long as your TV stays plugged in, it will stay on. Even if you turn the TV off. a possible downside is that it'll make your TV less efficient (roku uses power to stay on). i hesitated on purchasing the stick based on this dang review. glad i pulled the trigger!
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Yep, it needs power. However, it can take power through USB as well as AC. Most TV's and HDMI devices it would plug into have USB ports already, and it includes a short USB cable. All of them I have in place now (4) use the USB supplied power.
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Don't know what the specs are on the ROKU 3. Just make sure the voltage is correct, and the Ma is at least what the ROKU 3 requires, and wether the center is positive or negative along with the diameter of the plug.
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Try unplugging your Roku for about a minute, and plugging it back in!, I don't have a Roku 3, but my remote worked right out of the box. Hope this helps!
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Yes, just connect your ROKU to one of the inputs. On a ROKU 3 this would be hdmi.
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with the right htmi version cable and the right version connecter on the tv ___then yes ___ just plug it in and try it no harm no foul if you get what you want on your pc than it should just work
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I had to return mine. I did not have the proper (exact) port connection on my 2012 40" flatscreen. I can hook up my computer and dvd player as there are multiple HDMI & USB ports. BUT my TV DID NOT have the exact port for the "Roku Streaming Stick"...it did fit in other ports BUT I did not have the "exact named port" that the streaming stick requires. The Streaming Sick does name the "exact" port and you have to check to see if your television has this specific port OR the streaming stick will not work.
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In the manual from page 5-8 gives you instructions on how to get to the different options. Choose your source, USB, SD or A/V then select your media. I am unable to power my device on to better tell you. I tried using it like a projector connected to my laptop which was why I purchased it, but never got it to work that way and didn't play with it long enough to figure it out. Sorry. It should, since it works when connected to phones unless it is certain devices only.
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The device does not come with one if that is what you're asking. I don't think I'm understanding why you would need one. The point of MHL devices is that they can be powered and controlled by the receiver's remote so they can be plugged in behind a TV or receiver. Also, if you choose to use a roku remote they utilize RF remotes so they don't need line of sight or anything like that.
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I am using this with a Roku XD in the kitchen and its working great, just need an HDMI cable. (TV only has one HDMI input)
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Montie .. I would right Roku to be sure but I think it had to do with the use off a special port (MHL) to power the device. The 3400R Roku Ready version is only compatible with MHL-port ready devices. This is why I purchased the 3400Rw as I'm not sure what a MHL port is and power it using a normal outlet.Mike M
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I ended up not using this device. The device cam e less power supply. I tried to contact the manufacturer to no avail. After may efforts they were to send a power supply but I got another unit instead. As I remember all inputs were hdmi. I hope this helps. I would not do any business with this company. They are also off shore.Good LuckHoward
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I have the Roku and it works just fine. The USB can provide enough juice to power the stick.
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I was trying to connect my Roku box (hdmi out) to an old giant monitor that did not have an hdmi connection. It didn't work.
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The two I have (Netgear and Roku) both demand hdmi cables to connect the player to the TV--the only signal output is an hdmi connection.
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USB powers it. Make sure your TV has a USB slot. If not, plugging it into a USB-supported adapter should suffice.