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Message posted on 24 Aug 2026 02:53 PM
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When I switch tv on sky sports 1 comes on and I am unable to change channels
my additional mini box works OK
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Message posted on 25 Aug 2026 10:42 AM
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@AlanB9 wrote:
Thanks, I have already tried these with no success.
I have since found out my remote control is faulty and needs replacing.
Hi @AlanB9
Check the following link and it will lead to a form for a replacement remote.
https://www.sky.com/help/articles/lost-stolen-damaged-sky-q-equipment
In the meantime if you have an Apple or Android device with Sky Go you can set up a virtual remote to control your Q boxes.
See following link.
https://helpforum.sky.com/t5/Sky-TV/Virtual-Sky-Q-Remote-Now-Available-on-Sky-Go/ba-p/4363637?
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Message posted on 24 Aug 2026 04:12 PM - last edited: 24 Aug 2026 04:12 PM
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Re: Unable to change channels
I take it you've tried the simple solution of changing the batteries in the Sky Q's remote?
Try turning off the Sky Q box & unplugging it then leaving for 30 minutes & plug back in.
I don’t work for Sky.
If I have helped then please leave a like.
Message posted on 25 Aug 2026 08:15 AM
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Re: Unable to change channels
Thanks, I have already tried these with no success.
I have since found out my remote control is faulty and needs replacing.
Message posted on 25 Aug 2026 10:42 AM
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@AlanB9 wrote:
Thanks, I have already tried these with no success.
I have since found out my remote control is faulty and needs replacing.
Hi @AlanB9
Check the following link and it will lead to a form for a replacement remote.
https://www.sky.com/help/articles/lost-stolen-damaged-sky-q-equipment
In the meantime if you have an Apple or Android device with Sky Go you can set up a virtual remote to control your Q boxes.
See following link.
https://helpforum.sky.com/t5/Sky-TV/Virtual-Sky-Q-Remote-Now-Available-on-Sky-Go/ba-p/4363637?
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