I know it's a new unit and all (congrats on the new toy BTW), but have you tried a new battery in the remote? That's always the first step.

Also check for stuck front-panel buttons.

It is theoretically possible for the IR sensor to go bad, and it's not unheard of. But the first things to try are the easiest ones.

Also, what software version is it running?
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Tony Fabris