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How to solve the YouTube Black screen problem in Roku

YouTube Black screen problem

YouTube known for its vast content range is now also available on Roku. It would be a bummer if all the videos erupts a black screen problem. This error erupts only when the flash player installed may be outdated.

Possible Reasons:

As a matter of fact, this issue occurs sometimes as a playback error. Furthermore, we can look into the other possible factors that cause Black Screen errors.

  • Watching YouTube on a poor Network Range.

  • Adobe Flash Player Malfunction

  • Pile up of Cache memory and cookies

  • Check up with the browser settings

  • Log out from all accounts and restart all your devices.

  • YouTube videos that you are about to watch may contain illegal contents or unhealthy contents.

YouTube Malfunctioning on Roku:

Sometimes the YouTube may freeze itself or give a black page error, where only audio is accessible.

In that case, try the foremost step,

  • Unplug the Roku device from your streaming device.

  • After a few minutes plug it back and restart your Roku.

Sometimes a complete system reboot is all you may need to fix these issues.

Check for Internet settings:

Make sure that the signal strength is from good to excellent. Check the Roku settings and go over to Network. Check the connection, whether it’s in excellent condition. This way your videos won't get stuck in the middle.

YouTube settings:

Log out of your account and log in back in few minutes. Also, try loading a video now. In case there’s a glitch yet, try resetting you’re YouTube back to its original settings.

Troubleshoot HDCP Error Detected issue within minutes

The error usually occurs when you are streaming a 4K ultra HD content. If you find HDCP error or your screen on a purple color, you need to visit the site Roku com hdcp . Furthermore, you will find clear instructions on the site. If you still experience the same error after doing necessary steps mentioned in the link, move on to the next step.

Disconnect end of the HDMI cable on your Roku player and the television. Switch off your Roku TV and detach the power cord from the setup.

Power cord of the Roku player should be literally detached. Hook up both the ends of HDMI cable again and do not forget to affix the connector definitely and steadily.

Wait until the Roku player and your TV gets the connection back. Hang around and give some time for the devices to get started. Finally, you can start viewing the HD Video again to check whether it has worked or not.

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