“Specifications say that this operates on batteries. But, picture of contents in the box shows a plug-in adaptor. What is that for? I know the remote will use 2 aa batteries. But how does Roku get power? From the HDMI connection? What is plug adaptor for?”
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Remote uses batteries. Stick gets power from tv through USB or directly plugging into socket. Powering from tv means that the stick will reboot each time tv is turned on. Socket power keeps stick energized and saves memory. I've tried both ways and so far I think I prefer the tv reboot option. It takes a bit longer to boot up and come alive but that is offset by less run time coupled with a "clearing of the baffles" every time it reboots. BTW, I am very happy with the stick +, currently owning 3 and soon to add 4 more. I'm able to drop directv and replace with these sticks and select channels at 1/3 the cost for almost identical content.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The batteries are for the remote. It’s powered from either a powered USB port, or the power brick and a standard outlet. The brick is just in case your USB port doesn’t supply enough power.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The stick requires power from AC adapter to plug or from the TV through USB port.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Does not operate on batteries, it has a microUSB connector to power the stick with the other end going to a USB port on your TV or the USB power supply in the box.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.From the USB that you can plug in directly to your tv.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I was on the Roku home page and they sent me to Best buy to purchase. It comes with a USB power extension cord to plug into the wall.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Roku stick plugs directly into the back of your TV set. Into the HDMI port.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The Roku stick is powered by USB..
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The roku has a power cord.
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