Download Article Show Download Article This wikiHow teaches you how to set up a replacement remote for your Roku player or TV. Since pairing a new remote requires getting to a certain place in the Roku's settings menu, you'll need an existing remote to pair a new one—but what if your existing remote is broken or missing? The trick is to use the Roku mobile app as a temporary remote to get through the setup process. Things You Should Know
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Thanks for submitting a tip for review! Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX 1. Install the Roku app on your phone or tablet. Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 36,055 times. Is this article up to date?How do I pair a new Roku remote without the old remote?To get started, be sure you install the Roku app for iPhone or Android.. Start the Roku app and tap Remote at the bottom of the screen. ... . Use the remote controls to select Settings, then Remotes & devices.. Choose Set up a new device.. Select the checkbox beside Remote and then choose Continue.. Can you pair a Roku remote to a different Roku?Roku remotes are split into two types, IR and enhanced, and each one only works with certain Roku players. IR remotes can control any compatible Roku player, without the need for pairing. Enhanced remotes need to be paired by holding down the pairing button in the remote's battery compartment.
How do I pair my Roku remote that won't pair?Put your voice remote in pairing mode:. Press and hold the pairing button on your voice remote for 20 seconds. ... . Press and hold the pairing button for 5 seconds, or until you see the status light begin to flash. ... . Wait for 30 seconds while the remote establishes a connection with your streaming device.. |