Have you ever needed to pair a new Fire TV Stick remote because your old one was lost, broken, or otherwise not working? Normally this would be a simple process using the old remote or connecting via WiFi, but what if neither of those options are available to you? In this post, we’ll walk you through how to pair a new Fire Stick remote without the old one without wifi.
Steps to Pair a New Fire Stick Remote Without the Old One and Without WiFi
Step 1: Insert Batteries into the New Remote
The remote needs power before it can sync up. Insert fresh AAA batteries to activate the remote.
Step 2: Hold Down Home Button
Find the circular home button in the center of the remote. Press and hold this button down continuously. After about 10 seconds, you should see the light at the top of the remote start to blink. This means it is trying to pair.
Keep holding the home button down past the initial blink. You may need to hold it for up to 60 seconds or longer for the pairing process to initiate with the Fire Stick.
Step 3: Get Close to Fire Stick
While still holding the home button, get closer to the Fire TV Stick. Make sure there are no obstructions between the remote and the device.
The TV itself could potentially block the Bluetooth signal they use to communicate during pairing. Try holding the remote in different positions around the sides or back of the TV to get a strong connection.
Step 4: Reboot Fire Stick
If you are still unable to get the remote to pair after holding the home button down for an extended time, try rebooting the Fire Stick.
Unplug the power cable from the Fire Stick for about 5 seconds. Then plug it back in and let the device fully restart.
Once the Fire Stick is powered back on, go back to the new remote and hold down the home button again. Keep it held down for up to 60 seconds.
Step 5: Repeat as Needed
You may need to repeat the steps of holding down the home button, adjusting the location, and rebooting the Fire Stick multiple times before the devices sync up. Be persistent and keep trying.
Eventually, the new remote should connect to the Fire TV Stick through the power of Bluetooth.
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Conclusion
While pairing a new Fire TV Stick Remote without the old one or WiFi presents challenges, this post offers solutions. With the right tools on hand including batteries and the home button, plus some persistence, you can sync your replacement Fire Stick remote. Adjusting location, avoiding obstruction, and rebooting the Stick facilitate the pairing process. Have patience and try the outlined steps to get your new remote connected for streaming once again.