The Amazon Fire TV is a popular streaming media player that connects to your TV. It comes with a handy remote that allows you to easily navigate the Fire TV interface and control playback. However, sometimes issues can arise with it like the Fire TV remote not working, connection problems, unresponsive buttons, and erratic behavior. Resetting the remote is an easy troubleshooting step that can fix many problems. This guide will walk you through how to reset and then Re-pair your Amazon Fire TV Stick Remote.
When to Reset your Fire TV Remote
There are a few common signs that indicate your Fire TV remote may need to be reset:
Remote Has Connectivity/Pairing Issues
- Remote is no longer syncing or connecting with your Fire TV
- Fire TV giving errors about remote not being paired
Buttons and Controls Not Responsive
- Volume, playback, navigation buttons not working
- Voice command activation not working
Remote Starts Behaving Erratically
- Remote responds inconsistently or does random commands
- Cursor moving on its own across screen
Want to Pair Remote with New Fire TV
- Got a new Fire TV and need to connect existing remote
- Switching remotes between different Fire TVs
Resetting the remote essentially allows you to re-pair and reconnect it with the Fire TV from scratch, which usually resolves many different issues.
Steps to Reset and Pair your Amazon Fire TV Stick Remote
Resetting your Fire TV remote is a very straightforward process. Here are the step-by-step instructions:
Step 1: Hold down the back button, the Menu button (the button with three lines), and the left-click button on your remote for around 15 seconds.
Step 2: Now you will see the screen scroll back to the home menu during this time. This means that your Amazon Fire TV remote is now reset.
Step 3: Unplug your Fire TV from the power outlet and remove the batteries from the remote.
Step 4: Wait about a minute, then plug your Fire TV back in. Manually turn on your TV using the power button.
Step 5: Insert the batteries back into the remote and put the cover on it.
Step 6: Hold down the home button on the remote for 10-15 seconds. The light on top of the remote should blink orange or yellow, indicating it’s in pairing mode & within a few seconds it’ll connect with the Fire TV.
Re-Connect Remote with Fire TV for All Features
Once you’ve reset the remote, you’ll need to re-connect it with the Fire TV.
On your Fire TV, go to Settings > Controllers and Bluetooth Devices > Amazon Voice Remotes. Select “Add New Remote” and then press and hold the “Home” button on the remote again until it is recognized, your remote should appear after 15-20 seconds. Select it to pair.
Now try out all the buttons and Alexa. Everything should be working again!
Also Read:- How to Pair Roku TV Remote without Pairing Button
Conclusion
Resetting your Amazon Fire TV remote is a quick and easy way to troubleshoot many different issues. It forces the remote into pairing mode so it can re-establish the connection with the Fire TV. Before replacing batteries or the remote itself, resetting it is an important troubleshooting step for Fire TV owners to know. This should get your Amazon Fire TV Stick Remote functioning normally again.
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