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Roku TV Remote is a replacement remote that works with all Roku TV models, including: Roku, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Sharp, onn., JVC, RCA, Magnavox, Westinghouse, and more.
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By Rhys Wood
published 31 March 2022
Learn how to pair a Roku remote with ease
Learning how to pair a Roku remote is key to enjoying all the great content available on your Roku streaming device. As soon as it's paired, you'll be able to browse the Roku operating system and start checking out all the streaming apps you're interested in downloading to your device.
Brand new Roku streaming sticks and devices come with a bespoke Roku remote in the box, so there's no need to buy one separately unless you're looking for a replacement or a spare. In addition, the layout of the remote is blissfully simple, featuring relatively few buttons compared to remotes that come with the best 4K TVs you can buy. This means the Roku remote is well-positioned as a device that's accessible to a wide range of demographics.
Before we get started pairing the remote, you'll first need to set up your Roku device by connecting it to the TV. That's a relatively simple process by itself, and you can learn how to do so by reading our guide on how to connect a Roku streaming device to your TV.
If your Roku device has been connected successfully, upon first use, you'll see the Roku logo splash screen followed by a language selection menu. This will be the first menu in which you'll need to make a selection before you can gain full access to Roku OS. But in order to do so, you'll want to know how to pair the Roku remote so you can begin interacting with the menu.
As shown in the above image, when you access Roku OS for the first time, you'll be prompted to pair your Roku remote. First, remove the casing on the back of the remote, and ensure you've inserted the two AAA batteries required to power the remote. You'll get a pair included in the box of a brand new Roku streaming device.
With that, we're almost at the end of the process of pairing your Roku remote. We don't want to put the protective casing back on the remote just yet, though. Once you've slotted the AAA batteries into place, you should see a blinking green light just below where you've placed the batteries. If this happens, check your TV screen, and if the "pairing remote" status has appeared, wait roughly five to ten seconds for the process to complete.
If the green light didn't start blinking on your remote, look for a small, round button right next to the light. You'll need to hold that button down for around five seconds, after which you'll manually activate the pairing process.
And with that, you've successfully paired your Roku remote to your TV, and you can now continue the setup process and browse everything that Roku OS has to offer.
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- Rhys Wood
Mar 19, 2024 · Your Roku voice remote may have one or more of the following features, depending on the specific model. Push-to-talk voice. All models have a voice button that allows you to search and control your streaming device with your voice.
Aug 22, 2021 · Few things can interrupt your Netflix night like your Roku remote unpairing from its streaming box. The cause---and fix---depends on what kind of Roku remote you have. Here, we'll show you how to get the two devices communicating again so that you can get back to streaming.
- Michael Franco
May 13, 2024 · Pairing your Roku remote is a simple task that can be done in just a few steps. All you need is your Roku device, the remote, and a clear line of sight between the two. Once paired, you’ll be able to navigate your Roku with ease, using the remote to select channels, adjust volume, and more.
Jul 19, 2024 · How to Pair a Roku Remote Replacement. On your TV, go to Home > Settings> Remotes & devices > Set up a new device> Remote. Point your replacement remote at the Roku, then press and hold the pairing button for 5 seconds (or until the status light blinks green).
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2 days ago · A “simple” Roku remote uses infrared light to control the Roku player, so it will automatically pair with a Roku device. All you need to do is point it directly at the Roku receiver. However, anything blocking its path, including a glass cabinet door, could cause the remote to stop working.
