The Optimum TV remote app is the smartest way to control the Optimum set-top boxes without a remote. In addition to the remote control, you can see recordings, try a voice search, personalize device settings, and more. To do so, you must pair the Optimum TV app with your set-top box. This article will show you the process of controlling Optimum TV boxes using official and unofficial remote apps.
Control Optimum Box using Optimum TV App
As a basic requirement, connect your Optimum TV box to the same WiFi as your smartphone or tablet.
1. Install the Optimum TV remote app on your iPhone or Android device.
2. Run the Optimum TV app and accept the app’s terms & policy.
3. Enter your Optimum ID and its valid password.
4. Now, you will get the home page. Hit the Menu (Three horizontal lines) icon.
5. Click the Remote Control option and choose your Optimum TV box from the list.
6. The app will now pair with the Optimum TV Box. With the remote interface, you can conveniently control the Optimum TV Box.
Note: If you own an Optimum TiVo box, you can use the Optimum App (Play Store | App Store) to control its functions. The pairing steps are similar to the Optimum TV app.
Control Optimum Stream Box using Google TV App
Connect the Optimum Stream box and phone to the same WiFi and follow these steps.
1. Install the Google TV app on your smartphone from the relevant app store.
2. Run the Google TV application and accept the app terms.
3. Now, you will land on the app’s home screen.
4. Hit the Connect or Remote icon and allow necessary app permissions.
5. The app will scan for nearby devices now.
6. Choose your Optimum box name. As a result, a pairing code will appear on the Optimum box-connected TV screen.
7. Enter the code on the Google TV app and click the Pair button. The Google TV app will pair with the Optimum box.
With the remote interface, start controlling your Optimum TV box virtually.
Control Optimum TV Box using IR Remote Apps
In addition, you can use IR remote apps to control the Optimum boxes. For this, you must have an Android smartphone with an IR blaster on its top. If so, open the IR remote app and point the smartphone towards the Optimum box. Click the Power button, and the box will turn off. If that happens, the remote pairing is complete. Power on the Optimum box and start controlling it using the icons in the app.
If you are unsure about choosing an ideal IR remote app, refer to the list below.
FAQ
Check if your Optimum box and phone are connected to a strong WiFi network. If the remote app still fails to detect your box, restart the box and try again.
