An Android TV Remote refers to using your android device as an Android TV remote control through an app using your android smartphone or tablet. In order to have the ability to use an Android TV Remote, you will need to sync both your phone and TV devices via Bluetooth or have the two different devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
If your Android TV remote is not working, it could be due to dead batteries. First, replace the batteries with new ones, ensuring they are inserted correctly according to the polarity indicated in the battery compartment. After replacing the batteries, check if the remote is functioning properly.
Another common issue is a blocked signal between the remote and the TV. Ensure there are no obstructions between the remote and the TV’s infrared sensor. Reposition any objects that might be blocking the signal path. Additionally, clean the sensor on the TV and the remote’s emitter with a soft, dry cloth to remove any dust or dirt.
The problem might also be due to the remote needing to be re-paired with the TV. This can happen if the remote’s memory is cleared or if it’s used with a different TV. Refer to the TV’s manual for instructions on how to pair the remote again. Usually, this involves holding down a specific button on the remote while pointing it at the TV until a pairing message appears on the screen.
Android TV Remote Can’t Find TV
Just picture yourself sitting down to watch an exciting new show on your Android TV and the Android TV Remote can’t even find the TV. Before running off and just giving up, try checking your Bluetooth connection to make sure your Android TV Remote and Android TV are paired and enabled.
If your Android TV Remote is not working and can’t find your Android TV, go ahead and turn on the Bluetooth. Then open the Android TV Remote’s Control App and find the name of the Android TV you have. Choose Pair and you will get an indication on your Android Phone that Bluetooth Pairing has now been enabled.
You can also try unplugging all of the cables from your Android TV and then try using the Android TV Remote to turn the Android TV back on. If this doesn’t work, examine all of the buttons of the Android TV Remote to make sure none of them are jammed or stuck.
Try taking the batteries out of the Android TV Remote and then push down on and keep holding on any of the remote’s buttons for about twenty seconds. Then release the pressure off of the button and put the batteries back in.
Android TV Remote not Detecting
If your Android Remote is not even detecting your Android TV, it could be related to a problem with your Bluetooth settings or with the remote’s infrared light. Try these diagnostic tips to see if you can detect the cause of the problem quickly, so you can start watching your favorite shows again.
If your Android TV Remote is not working and not detecting, first take the batteries out of the Android TV Remote. Then restart your Android TV. Press on the Settings button on the Android TV Remote. Then go to More Settings and then to Device Preferences .
After this, go to Preferences, then to About and then to Restart and restart the Android TV Remote.
You can also try to make sure that your Bluetooth device is turned on and enabled. If not, you can check in the user’s manual for further instructions.
Going forward, turn your Android TV Remote on and then quickly off again. Now try to pair your Android TV Remote with your Android TV again. Remove the plug of the Android TV from the electrical power source and then plug it in again. Once the Android TV is back on again, look to see if there are any other android devices that are also connected to the Android TV or to your Android TV, such as a tablet or a smartphone.
If you do find that your Android TV is connected to other android devices and that this is affecting the connections to your Android TV Remote, go ahead and reset your Android TV back to the factory settings.
You can also go back and reconnect the Android TV Remote App using Bluetooth. To do so, first open up the Android TV Remote Control App. Now, begin the next process by tapping on the brand name of your Android TV. If you now receive a request for Bluetooth Pairing, click on Pair.
Just to be sure that there is no power cycle problem, use the Android TV Remote to Power Off the Android TV. Go ahead and unplug the power cord and then wait for about ten seconds. Now plug the power cord back in. Then try setting up the Android TV Remote Control App again.
To set the Android Remote App, go to your Android phone and open up whatever app is installed for the Android Remote App. Then scan for devices, choose your device and then pair your Android phone to your Android TV.
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Android TV Remote Can’t Connect/Not Pairing
If your Android TV Remote can’t connect or is not paired, it is most likely due to a wireless network syncing problem. Checking to see that your current Wi-Fi settings include your Android TV Remote and your Android TV usually quickly resolves the issue.
If your Android TV Remote is not working, and you are using a Wi-Fi connection, be sure that your android device and your Android TV are all connected to the same wireless network. Press Home on the Android TV Remote and then press on Settings.
Then go to Network and Internet and press on OK. Find your Wi-Fi network that is currently connected. Check to see that this Wi-Fi network is the same as on all of your android devices. Then go to the Settings App and find your connected network and click on Wi-Fi.
Have a different brand smart tv? Please check out our article on Smart TV Remote Not Working to find your specific TV brand.
Android TV Remote Keyboard not Working
If your Android TV Remote is not working and neither is the remote’s keyboard in spite of pressing Enter for what seems like forever, the problem is probably rooted in your Preference settings. This is an inexorable problem that is beyond frustrating. Try these easy troubleshooting steps to try to solve this dilemma.
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If your Android TV Remote is not working and neither is the Remote Keyboard, hold down the Shift button on the Android TV Remote. Press Character to select the type of character desired. Then select lowercase letters abc or Upper Case Letters ABC. Now press Home Network to select the character for Space.
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