If you’re in the middle of a remote wilderness adventure and your battery runs out, will your Highlander start? The answer might surprise you.
What is Highlander?
Highlander is a technology that improves the wireless signal between two devices. This can be helpful if your remote battery is dead and you need to connect to your TV.
How Does It Work?
If your Highlander remote battery is dead, the unit will still work using the power cord. To use the power cord, plug it into an outlet and press the power button on the Highlander. The remote will then start working.
Can I Use Highlander if My Remote Battery Is Dead?
If your remote battery is dead, you can still use Highlander. First, power off the TV. Then press and hold the power button on the back of the TV for about 8 seconds until the TV powers off. Next, press and hold the input button on the TV for about 8 seconds until the TV powers on. Once you’re in the TV’s menus, select System Settings and then Startup/Shutdown. Under “Startup/Shutdown Options,” select Remote Control from the list. The next time you want to use Highlander, just power on your TV and press and hold the input button on the TV for about 8 seconds until it powers off.
Conclusion
The question of whether or not Highlander will start if the remote battery is dead has come up a few times on our support forums. In short, the answer is that the likelihood of the machine starting depends on a variety of factors, including how well-maintained and updated the remote battery is. If you’re having trouble getting your Highlander started, it’s always worth checking to see if there’s anything you can do to get it going. However, keep in mind that this isn’t a guaranteed solution and sometimes things just don’t work out.