How to Pair Fire Tv Remote to New Tv

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A few days ago, I lost the remote control to my Fire Stick while moving to my new place.

Thankfully, a friend of mine had an extra remote and agreed to lend it to me, so I didn't have to go through buying a new Fire Stick, at least not right away.

However, it was paired with his own devices, and I couldn't get it to work with mine.

A couple of hours of fiddling later, I figured it was best to turn to the Internet.

There were a lot of informative articles and videos on Fire Stick Remotes, but there was an equal number of unhelpful ones as well, and sifting through them took longer than I expected.

So I decided to put together this little one-stop guide on how to go about unpairing your Fire Stick remote, compiling everything I learned into a neat little resource I can revisit later.

You can Unpair a Fire Stick Remote by unplugging the Fire Stick and pairing the remote with the new device, if you only have one Fire Stick Remote.

I've also included a section on what to do if you've got two Fire Stick Remotes paired to the same Fire Stick later in the article.

How to Pair Your Fire Stick Remote

If you've just unboxed the remote, you can pair the remote by simply pressing the Play/Pause button on it. That should do the job.

If you've got the Fire TV Cube, it usually indicates that your remote isn't paired using the Fire TV Orange Light.

In case you have bought a new/replacement remote for your existing device, you can pair it by following these steps:

1. Turn off the Fire Stick.
2. Make sure the batteries have been inserted the right way.
3. Turn on the Fire Stick. The home screen will load in a minute.
4. If you're able to use the remote at this point, it has automatically been paired.
5. If not, press and hold the HOME button for around 10-20 seconds.
6. A message will pop up on the screen saying that your remote has been paired. Even if it doesn't, try operating the remote to check if it's working.

If you want to pair an additional remote with the Fire Stick, here's how to get that going:

1. Navigate to the home screen.
2. Highlight Settings and select it. Use the navigational circle to move around.
3. Click on Controllers and Bluetooth Devices.
4. From the list of options displayed, choose Amazon Fire TV Remotes.
5. Select Add New Remote. Your TV will now begin searching for a new unpaired remote.
6. Press and hold the HOME button on the remote you wish to pair for around 10 seconds.
7. The name of this remote will pop up on the list of discovered remotes. Select it using the existing paired remote, and you're good to go.

When Should You Unpair Your Remote

If you've lost your Fire Stick Remote, but you have a spare, but it's already paired to another device, you'll want to unpair before pairing it with your main Fire TV device.

In that case, you'll have to unpair the remote with older devices before you pair it with your Fire Stick.

Also, if your device has been facing connectivity issues or if the Fire Stick isn't responding to button presses, unpairing and re-pairing the remote could take care of it.

However, you don't really have to buy a new Fire Stick Remote if yours stops working. There are great Fire Stick Replacement Remotes out there.

How to Unpair Your Fire Stick Remote

You can either have one or two remotes paired with your Fire Stick. Here's how you deal with Unpairing your Fire Stick Remote in both scenarios.

You are using only one remote with the existing device

Unfortunately, you can't unpair it using the remote itself unless you have another device with which you want to pair it up.

If that's the case, unplug the existing device and pair the remote with the new one by following the steps in the earlier section on Pairing Fire Stick Remotes.

You are using two remotes with the existing device

If you wish to unpair one of the two remotes that are paired, follow these steps using the other remote:

1. Navigate to Settings from the home screen.
2. Select Controllers and Bluetooth Devices.
3. Using the navigational circle, highlight "Amazon Fire TV Remotes" and click on it.
4. Choose the remote that you would like to unpair.
5. Press the ☰ button. Use the Select button to choose the remote that you want to keep paired. The other remote should be unpaired now.

If you're trying to pair a new Fire Stick Remote without the old one, you can use the Fire TV App to pair the new Fire Stick Remote, then remove the old one using the new one.

All you have to do is launch the Fire TV app and use it to navigate to Settings on the Fire Stick.

Then, head to Controllers & Bluetooth Devices->Amazon Fire TV Remotes->Add New Remote to initiate the pairing process.

The Fire TV App is pretty versatile, you can also use it to connect your Fire Stick to Wi-Fi without a remote.

Final Thoughts on Unpairing a Fire Stick Remote

Pairing or unpairing your Fire Stick remote is a pretty simple process. If you're still facing trouble, make sure that the batteries in the remote have been inserted properly.

Also, check if the remote you're using to unpair is within 10 feet of the Fire Stick. Any obstruction between them could reduce the range further.

If you just want to try and use your Fire Stick without fiddling around with remotes and don't necessarily need it to be connected with your TV, you could use your Fire Stick with your Computer.

If you want to be able to control your entire media setup and not just your Fire Stick, a Universal Remote for your Fire Stick is a great option.

Take advantage of the support that Amazon offers to help troubleshoot any issue that you're facing. Check out answers to all your queries about the Fire Stick on the Amazon Fire TV Support Page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I reset my Fire Stick remote?

You can try this if you have a basic edition remote. While holding down the Home button, press the Menu button thrice.

Now, you can let go of the Home button. Then, press the Menu button nine times.

Remove the remote batteries and disconnect the power cord from your Fire Stick. After a minute, re-insert the remote batteries and plug in the Fire Stick.

When the home screen shows up, press the Home button for around 40 seconds. The setup should be complete in a minute.

How do I pair a new Firestick remote without the old one?

If you can't get hold of the old remote, install the Fire TV app to pair your new remote.

Use the app to open Settings on the Fire Stick. Then, navigate to Controllers & Bluetooth Devices->Amazon Fire TV Remotes->Add New Remote.

Here, select the remote that you wish to pair.

How do I pair a new Fire Stick remote without WiFi?

To do this, press and hold the ☰ button, the Back button, and the left side of the navigational circle until you're able to select 'Go to Network Settings' using the remote. Your Fire Stick Remote is now paired.

What do I do if I lost my Fire Stick remote?

If you've lost your remote, you can use the Amazon Fire TV app to navigate your Fire TV interface.

Alternatively, you can also control the Fire Stick with an Alexa-powered speaker, which has been connected to the same WiFi network.

If that doesn't work, you could also use a wired/wireless keyboard and mouse with your Fire Stick instead of a remote.

How to Pair Fire Tv Remote to New Tv

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