Sometimes, the TV remote may fail to pair with the Samsung TV due to weak batteries, static electricity, or hardware issues. As a quick remedial measure, you can reset the Samsung TV remote. The procedure for resetting the Samsung TV remote differs for old and new models, which is briefly illustrated in this article.
Important Note: If your Samsung TV remote has signs of physical damage, resetting it will not restore it to working condition. Instead, you can contact Samsung TV customer support using this website and buy a replacement remote.
Reset the Old Samsung TV Remote
1. Grab the Samsung TV remote and open the remote’s battery compartment.
2. Remove the batteries from the remote.
3. Long press the Power button on a Samsung TV remote for eight seconds.
4. Then, insert the batteries into the Samsung TV remote. You have successfully power reset it. Now, you can start using the remote normally.
Reset the New Samsung TV Remote
If you have a 2021 or newer Samsung TV model, you will be using a Solar remote. The process of resetting the Solar remote will be different from that of an older remote.
1. Grab the Solar remote and hold the Enter and Return buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds.
2. If the status light on a Solar remote flashes, the remote reset has been completed.
3. To repair the Solar remote, stay within 1 foot from the TV and hold the Return and Play/Pause keys for 3-5 seconds.
4. You will get a message on the TV screen stating that the remote has now connected.
FAQ
You can contact Samsung TV customer support by visiting this website. Explain the remote issue clearly, and they will tell you what you can do to make the remote work.
Yes. Get SmartThings on your Android or iPhone by visiting the Play Store or App Store. Then, pair the app with your Samsung TV to control it without a remote.
