Did you get a replacement Roku remote? Or maybe your Roku remote is not working properly, and you can’t figure out why? Show
There are three methods that work- using the Roku app, power cycling the Roku device, or using the physical buttons on your TV. To sync a Roku remote without the pairing button, install the Roku smartphone app, navigate to Remote > Settings > Remotes and Devices > Pair a New Remote. Alternatively, you can restart your Roku device and remote to automatically sync Roku remote without the pairing button during restart. What is Pairing For A Roku Remote?Pairing is when you connect a Roku remote to your TV to get media controls. It lets you do things like changing the channels, turning up the volume, and muting, among other things. We all know how annoying it is to use two remotes while watching TV. The Roku remote’s ability to control your TV and the Roku box is why we all love it. It is worth pointing out that not all Roku remotes offer this capability. However, even if you have lost your Roku remote, all hope is not lost. That is because you can turn on Roku TV without a remote. No Pairing Button on Roku Remote?This is the part that confuses many Roku users when they try to pair their Roku remote that does not have a pairing button. Not all Roku Remotes can be paired. Only Roku-enhanced remotes can be paired, while the simple remotes work out of the box without pairing. How can you tell if the Roku remote you have is enhanced or simple? This brings us to the two kinds of Roku remote controls you can buy. Simple and Enhanced Roku RemotesA Simple Roku IR Remote or an old remote for Roku (pre-2017) uses standard infrared technology to control the Roku player. It was designed to only control your Roku device. This standard IR Roku remote cannot control your TV. If you have bought a standard IR remote to pair it, please return it (sorry). These IR sensor remotes were never meant to be paired and work out of the box to control Roku. An Enhanced Roku Remote or a voice remote, on the other hand, can be paired, even without using the pairing button. You cannot use an enhanced remote without pairing it with your Roku device. To identify an enhanced remote, look for a microphone button on the remote. Alternatively, check the back of the remote or inside the battery compartment for a pairing button. Only Roku-enhanced remotes have these buttons. Where is the Pairing Button on Roku Voice Remotes?All enhanced remotes have a pairing button, usually located at the back of the remote or inside the battery compartment. What are the Compatible Remotes For Your Roku Device?Most of the confusion regarding the Roku remote pairing process stems from the lack of clear information from Roku’s side regarding remote compatibility for various Roku models, present and old. To find the model of your Roku streaming player, follow the steps below:
Here is a compatibility table we created to help you.
How To Sync an Enhanced Roku Remote Without Pairing ButtonNow that we know only voice remotes can be paired to work with Roku, let’s look at ways to sync it without using the pairing button. There are three ways to do this:
Use the Roku App To Pair Your Enhanced Remote
How to Sync Roku Remote Without Pairing Button and No Wi-Fi – Power Cycle
Use Your TV’s Physical Buttons To Pair Roku Remote
Replacement and Universal Remote For RokuIf you cannot pair the Roku remote, your best bet is to return it and get a new Roku voice remote or a compatible universal remote such as Logitech Harmony Hub that supports IR and Bluetooth technology. This is especially if you have the Roku Streaming Stick that connects via HDMI input. A universal remote also makes sense if you want more media controls for your Roku TV, which usually comes with an IR remote. Common Questions Our Readers AskHow do I reset my Roku remote without the button?There is no ‘reset’ button for Roku Remote. However, you can remove the batteries and re-insert them to restart the remote. If that does not work, try replacing the old batteries with new batteries. How do I connect my Roku remote to my Roku without WIFI?Navigate to Settings on the Roku app to connect your Roku remote to a Roku device without WiFi. Then select ‘Network’ > Set up connection. The app should guide you further. How do I pair my Roku remote without the old remote?The quickest way to do this is by using the Roku App. Navigate to ‘Remote’ > Settings > Remotes and Devices > Pair New Remote. How do I manually connect my Roku remote?To manually connect your Roku voice remote to your Roku device, unplug the Roku power supply and remove the batteries. Now plug in the Roku device and re-insert batteries. Once the Roku logo pops up on your TV screen, press the pairing button at the back of your remote or in the battery compartment for 5 seconds until the status light or indicator light starts flashing. Within 30 seconds, your remote should pair with your Roku device. What if your Roku remote doesn't have a pairing button?Use the Roku Controller App
The Roku controller app is an all-in-one system that helps you control the Roku device even if you don't have a Roku remote. It also allows you to pair a Roku remote with the device in case its pairing button is damaged.
How do I reset my Roku remote without the button?How to reset the Roku enhanced remote. Remove the batteries from your Roku remote.. Unplug the power cable from your Roku player, wait for 5 to 10 seconds, and plug it back in again.. When you see the Roku home screen on your TV, insert the batteries back in the remote.. Where is the pairing button on my Roku remote?Roku voice remotes with standard batteries and a microphone pinhole located below the power button have the pairing button and status light beneath the battery cover. Batteries come with the remote, but are not pre-installed. On some older voice remote models, the status light is located on the front of the remote.
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