Resetting the LG TV remote is the easiest way to rectify common issues, such as pairing problems and unresponsive buttons. Though you have an IR-based standard LG TV remote or the latest Magic remote, the reset process is simple. This article demonstrates the steps for resetting the LG TV remote and ensuring it works fine.
Reset the LG TV Magic Remote
Magic Remote comes in different models. Hence, the procedure for resetting the LG Magic Remote varies according to the model.
LG TV Magic Remote (2021 or later)
1. Grab the remote and check it has fresh batteries inserted.
2. Together, hold the Home and Settings button on the remote.
3. Release both buttons when the remote’s Power button flashes 3 times.
This 3-blink indicates the remote resetting is successful.
LG TV Magic Remote With Guide Button
1. Pick the LG Magic Remote and locate the Guide button.
2. Hold the Guide button on the remote for more than 5 seconds.
3. Let go of the button when the remote’s Power button flashes 3 times.
Thus, resetting the LG TV with the Guide button is successful.
LG TV Magic Remote Without Guide Button
If your remote lacks a Guide button, use the following steps to reset the LG TV remote.
1. Long-tap the Home and Back buttons on the remote for five seconds.
2. Release both buttons when the remote’s Power button flashes thrice.
The 3-blink indicates that the remote resetting is successful.
Reset the LG TV Standard Remote
If you own an old LG TV remote that functions with IR, follow the below steps to restore it to factory default.
1. Pick the remote and open the battery compartment lid.
2. Remove the batteries from the remote.
3. Keep the remote aside for more than 10 minutes.
4. Then, long-press the Mute and OK buttons on the remote.
5. Release it when the remote LED light blinks. Thus, resetting the LG TV standard remote was successful.
If the remote still malfunctions even after performing a factory reset, contact LG TV customer support and submit you query.
FAQ
Once you perform a reset, the remote will be unpaired from the TV. So, you need to pair the LG TV remote with the TV to use it.
You can control your LG TV from a mobile device via the LG ThinQ remote app.
