How to pair amazon remote to firestick

Before you begin using your Fire TV Stick, you’ll have to pair the remote. The process can vary depending on which model you have, and not every remote is interchangeable with each generation of Amazon Fire TV. Here’s how to pair or reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

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To pair or reset most Fire TV Stick remotes, press and hold the Home button until the remote starts blinking. If you have an older model, see the specific instructions below.

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How to pair your Fire TV Stick remote

Thankfully, the process to pair your Fire TV Stick is relatively quick to get you set up and watching content.

First, ensure your TV is on and that you are holding the remote within 10 ft (3 m) of the TV. Then, all you need to do is press and hold the Home button on your remote for ten seconds. You should see the light at the top of your remote start blinking, followed by an on-screen confirmation that your remote has paired.

If you don’t see either, try removing or replacing the remote batteries and waiting thirty seconds before trying again. If that still doesn’t work, see the next section for steps to reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

How to reset your Fire TV Stick or Alexa Voice remote

First, unplug your Fire TV and wait for a full minute. Then, press and hold the Left, Menu, and Back buttons simultaneously. We know it can be a lot to handle at once, but you can hold the first two with your thumb because the back button is located right beneath the left button.

Here’s a diagram of the relevant button for reference:

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Hold all three buttons for twelve seconds, then release and wait five seconds. After that, remove the batteries from your remote, plug your Fire TV back in and wait for another minute.

Lastly, put the batteries back into your remote and press the Home button. The LED light on the remote will blink blue to indicate a successful pairing. Note that you won’t see any blinking lights if you use an Alexa Voice remote Lite (the one without any power or volume up/down buttons).

Fire TV Basic Edition and Alexa Voice remote 1st gen

Resetting the first generation of Alexa Voice Remotes is the same process as above, except you have to hold fewer buttons.

1. Unplug your Fire TV and wait for one minute.
2. Press and hold the Left button and Menu button at the same time. Hold them for twelve seconds.
3. Release the buttons and wait five seconds.
4. Remove the batteries from your remote.
5. Plug your Fire TV back in and wait one minute.
6. Put the batteries back in your remote.
7. Press the Home button on the remote.

As for the Fire TV Basic edition, the process is different, so follow along carefully.

1. Press and hold the Home button. At the same time, press the Menu button three times.
2. Release the Home Button and press the Menu button nine times.
3. Remove the batteries from your remote, unplug your Fire TV, and wait for one minute.
4. Once the time has passed, put the batteries back in the remote and plug your Fire TV in again.
5. Press and hold the Home button for 40 seconds once the Home screen appears. The setup process should then take a minute.

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Are Fire Stick remotes universal?

Yes, many Fire TV remotes are interchangeable, but not all. If replacing a lost or broken remote, ensure the replacement is compatible with your Fire Stick model and generation.

Can you replace a Fire Stick remote?

Yes, you can replace a Fire TV remote with a new one. However, make sure the replacement is compatible with your Fire Stick model and generation before buying.

Can I use my phone as a Fire Stick remote?

Yes, there is a mobile app for Android and iPhone to control your Fire TV Stick from your smartphone.

How do I pair additional Fire TV remotes?

First, go to Settings on your Fire TV. Then, select Controllers & Bluetooth Devices. Select Amazon Fire TV Remotes and hold the Home button for 10 seconds to pair a remote.

This article explains how to pair a Fire Stick remote, with instructions which will work for pairing the original remote if it has stopped connecting, and for connecting a compatible replacement remote.

How to Pair a Fire Stick Remote to a TV

Many Fire TV remotes are interchangeable, but not all. If you’re replacing a lost or broken remote, make sure the replacement is compatible with both your Fire Stick model and generation.

To pair a Fire Stick remote, you need to restart your Fire Stick and put the remote into pairing mode as the Fire Stick is starting back up. Once the Fire Stick has started back up, it will be paired with the remote.

This process is exactly the same whether you’re pairing the remote that originally came with the Fire Stick or a compatible replacement.

Here’s how to pair a Fire Stick remote:

1. Unplug your Fire Stick from power.

   
   

   
   

2. Remove the batteries from your Fire Stick remote.

   
   

    

   If the batteries are old, consider replacing them at this time so you don't have to go through this procedure again when they die.

3. Plug the Fire Stick back into power.

   
   

   
   

4. Put the batteries back in your Fire Stick remote, or install fresh batteries if it's a new remote.

   
   

   
   

5. Press and hold the Home button on your Fire Stick remote.

   
   

6. When the light on the remote starts blinking, release the Home button.

   
   

7. Wait for your Fire Stick to load the menu screen and check to make sure the remote was successfully paired.

   
   

   Some Fire Stick remotes will flash a blue LED when the pairing process is complete.

How to Pair an Additional Fire Stick Remote

Your Fire Stick can remember up to seven remotes at the same time, including third party remotes. If you have access to your original remote, and it still works, you can pair an additional Fire Stick remote through the settings menus.

If you’ve lost your original remote, you can still use this process. Just use the Fire TV remote app on your phone as a remote, and use the following procedure to pair your new remote.

Here’s how to pair an additional Fire Stick remote:

1. Press the Home button on your existing remote or the Fire TV remote app to return to the home screen.

   
   

2. Select Settings.

   
   

3. Select Controllers and Bluetooth Devices.

   
   

4. Select Amazon Fire TV Remotes.

   
   

5. Select Add New Remote

   
   

6. Press and hold the Home button on your new remote.

   
   

7. Wait for your Fire Stick to find your new remote, then press the Select button on your old remote.

8. When the process finishes, you’ll see both your old remote and your new remote in the list on the screen.

Can You Pair a Fire Stick Remote to a Different Fire Stick?

There are several Fire Stick remote models, and they aren’t all interchangeable. So while you can pair a Fire Stick remote to a different Fire Stick, you can only do so if the remote and Fire Stick are compatible. For example, the 2nd generation Alexa Voice Remote isn’t compatible with the 1st or 2nd generation Amazon Fire TV, the 1st generation Fire Stick, or Fire TV Edition smart TVs, but it does work with other models.

There’s no easy way to determine compatibility, so the safest option is to check with Amazon. Fire Stick remote listings on Amazon typically provide a list of compatible devices, and Amazon customer support can also provide further assistance if you aren’t sure. It doesn’t hurt to try pairing a remote if you already have one, but don’t buy a replacement until you’ve verified compatibility.

Your Fire Stick can be paired to up to seven remotes, but each remote can only be paired to one Fire TV. If you pair a Fire Stick remote to a different Fire Stick, it will stop working with the original Fire Stick.

FAQ

• How do I pair a new Fire Stick remote if I lost my old remote?

  Use the first set of instructions to pair a new Fire TV stick remote to your device. To pair your new remote from the Settings menu, set up the Fire TV phone app and follow the above steps to add your new remote from

  Controllers & Bluetooth Devices. If the remote doesn't seem to respond, try these Fire Stick remote troubleshooting tips.

• How do I pair a Fire Stick remote to Roku TV?

  After you pair your Fire Stick remote to your Fire TV Stick, go to Settings > Equipment Control and set it to Automatic to control power and volume on your Roku TV. To use your Fire Stick remote Home button to switch to the Fire Stick input on your Roku TV, enable HDMI-CEC control. On your Fire TV, go to Settings > Display & Sounds and turn on HDMI CEC Device Control.

  How do I get my fire stick to recognize my remote?

  To re-pair the remote, press the Back button and hold it for 10 seconds. If the Firestick and remote don't pair, repeat the steps a couple of times. Alternatively, you can unpair and re-pair the remote from your Firestick by using another remote.

  Why is my fire stick remote not pairing?

  Replace the batteries in your remote. For best performance, alkaline batteries are recommended. Move your remote closer to your Fire TV device, within 10 feet (3 m). Unplug your Fire TV device from the power cord or adapter then plug it back in.

  How do I pair my new fire stick remote without the old one?

  How do I pair a new Firestick remote without the old one? If you can't get hold of the old remote, install the Fire TV app to pair your new remote. Use the app to open Settings on the Fire Stick. Then, navigate to Controllers & Bluetooth Devices->Amazon Fire TV Remotes->Add New Remote.