How to Fix “HDCP Unauthorised” Error on Roku

Roku is a series of media players running online developed by the company established in the USA “Roku.” It provides various media services as programs and channels. It used to stream its services through a cabled or Wi-Fi connectivity via internet router. Then, it process it’s video output through various sources like video and audio cords, HDMI connectivity over various devices.

Source:-How to Fix “HDCP Unauthorised” Error on Roku

Some users are facing HDCP error issues while streaming their particular channels through Roku. HDCP provides various content security of media services used by various movies and Television companies.

The HDCP performs it’s all functions with particular “HDMI” connectors and applies to all the devices like Blu-Ray players, cable boxes, etc.

Causes of HDCP Errors

There are various possible reasons to display “HDCP error.” This error code might also appear as a 020 error. The reasons for arising such errors are :

• Your Streaming content is not supporting the technology of content security. It means the particular HDCP is not recognizing your device’s HDMI link.
• When you use a corrupted or malfunctioned cord or “HDMI connector,” then it is possible to display this particular error on your device’s screen. So, it is recommended to begin your work after properly inspecting or checking your connector or cord.

In case, there are various, or multiple HDMI connectors are lying there somewhere in your house, then it is advised to disconnect the plugged one and then plug through the new cord. The Roku can pick the particular switch and removes the error message.

Troubleshooting HDCP’s “Unauthorised” Error

In case you are facing unauthorized issues over the “Purple” screen, then it means that it’s the matter of streaming on “Ultra HD 4K” contents. Now, you should check your Roku settings for fixing unauthorized issue to stream contents on “4K Streaming.”

Now, you will require a “2.0 input HDMI” that carries over “HDCP 2.2.” Along with this, you should have internet connectivity of twenty-five Mbps or more for greater resolution streaming and enabling ultra HD Streaming service.

All the linked devices require to support “HDCP 2.2” as it contains all your devices such as sound bar, AVR, TV, etc. unless you can’t stream any program or channel supporting 4K contents.

Note: If you own an earlier version of the smart TV having numerous inputs for HDMI. Check it’s user’s manual for fetching information about it and check whether it supports “HDCP 2.2.”

Troubleshooting HDCP Error

It is possible that the black screen might not be synced to a greater definition of streaming service. In case, you wish to fix these issues, then apply the method of ejecting and connecting the particular cords from the ports to start again initiating the process of starting.

• First of all, you have to unplug your particular HDMI cord from all of your devices. You have to unplug it carefully from each end.
• Then, Disable your Roku or turning off, then unplug the available power cable from both of the ends and repeat these steps on your TV.
• After that, you should connect the HDMI cord once more and check that you have properly connected the cord in its stipulated position.
• Next, connect your power cable in its place again on both the Roku and TV.
• Then wait for a while for the process of rebooting.
• Now, play your video and hopefully, you won’t face any issues.

Harry Martin is a creative person who has been writing blogs and articles about cybersecurity. She writes about the latest updates regarding mcafee.com/activate and how it can improve the work experience of users. Her articles have been published in many popular e-magazines, blogs, and websites.

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