Do you need assistance pairing the Firestick remote? You have come to the right place. Whether you want to pair a new remote or an unpaired remote with your Firestick, the procedure is simple. You can either visit the Firestick settings, press the remote shortcut, or use the Fire TV app to pair the remote. This article explains all the procedures for pairing the Fire TV remote.
Steps to Pair a New Firestick Remote
Preliminarily, you should insert new batteries into the Fire TV remote. Also, check if the Firestick is turned on and follow these steps.
1. Locate the Home button and hold it for 10-20 seconds.
2. As a result, your Firestick remote light will start to flash. The remote will pair within a minute.
3. If the pairing is complete, you can see the “Remote Connected” message in the bottom right corner.
Steps to Pair a Firestick Remote by Visiting Settings
Fire TV Stick supports pairing up to seven remotes at the same time. To pair a new or additional remote with your Firestick via settings, you can follow these steps.
Note: If you pair a Fire TV remote to a different Firestick, it will lose its connection with the original Firestick.
1. Go to the Firestick home screen and click the Settings icon.
2. Tap the Controllers & Bluetooth Devices option and choose Amazon Fire TV Remotes.
3. Hit Add New Remote to make your Firestick search for nearby remotes.
4. Hold the Home key on the Fire TV remote for ten seconds.
5. Your Firestick will detect signals from the remote. When your remote appears on the Firestick-connected TV screen, press the Select button.
Is it Possible to Pair a Firestick Remote Using the Fire TV App?
Yes. You can pair a new or replacement Fire TV remote using the Amazon Fire TV app. To make this possible, get the Fire TV app on an iPhone or Android. Since it works via wireless signals, ensure your Firestick is connected to the same WiFi as your phone.
Run the Fire TV app on your phone and grant the necessary permission. Then, select your Firestick to establish a connection. Once connected, you can use the remote control to navigate to the Fire TV settings and pair your remote.
What Should I Do if the Firestick Remote Loses its Connection After Pairing?
Sometimes, the remote may unpair from the Firestick. As a consequence, the orange link may continuously blink on the Fire TV remote. You have to repair the Fire TV remote to resolve the problem. Unplug the Firestick from your TV and disconnect its cord from the power source. After ten minutes, reconnect the Fire TV cord to the power source and turn your Firestick-connected TV on. Hold the Home button on the Firestick remote to make it auto-sync with your device.
FAQ
No. You don’t need to unpair the old Firestick remote to add a new one.
You can rely on the Amazon Fire TV application to pair a new Firestick remote.
