How to Sync FireStick Remote To The TV (Easiest Way)

This article will show the complete steps for syncing your FireStick remote with your TV. Following this comprehensive guide, you can connect to all FireStick devices, such as FireStick 4K Max, FireStick Lite, Fire OS, New FireStick 4K, New FireStick 4K Max and Fire Cube TV, with your FireStick Remotes.

Are you unable to pair your FireStick remote with your TV? That’s a common issue when you buy a new FireStick device, or your existing remote loses connection with the TV. Consequently, you have to use two TV remotes together, which could be annoying.

Fortunately, you cannot face this issue as you can sync the Amazon FireStick remote with your TV. This will give you the luxury of controlling both devices with just one remote.

I have covered all the related queries about FireStick remote pairing with a TV. I have also provided an alternative solution using your phone as a FireStick remote.

Read: How to Install & Set up the best VPN on FireStick.

How to Sync FireStick Remote To The TV?

When you connect a new FireStick device to your TV, its remote automatically syncs with the TV. But sometimes, it does not connect. In that case, you can do it manually by following these steps:

1. Press the home button on your FireStick remote for 10 seconds.
2. Hold the button until the red LED starts blinking.
3. The red light indicates the FireStick remote is searching for a new device to establish the connection.
4. After the connection, it syncs automatically with the TV.
5. The FireStick remote will flash three blue lights. It means that the remote is successfully connected to the TV.

You can try the alternative method below if your remote does not connect to the TV.

How to Sync a FireStick Remote to a New TV?

Before starting this process, you must enable your CEC (Consumer Electronic Control) on your FireStick device and TV.

Nowadays, Most Televisions are equipped with CCE technology; its name varies from brand to brand. It helps to switch between TV and connected devices. So make sure to enable it on both your devices for successful syncing.

Here Is How to Enable CEC On FireStick:

1. Press the Home Button on the remote until a pop-up appears. Select the Setting option.

2. Navigate to the Display and Sounds icon.

3. Select HDMI CEC Device Control and Turn it On.

Now, the CEC system on your FireStick is enabled.

Here is how you can Enable CEC Control on other TV Brands.

Note: I’ll guide you through the steps to enable HDMI CEC on Samsung TVs. Please note that I can’t provide specific instructions for every TV model, as the user interface and controls can differ. However,  the overall process remains relatively consistent across TV brands.

Remember that the UI and options might vary slightly, but the fundamental steps remain similar. If you encounter discrepancies, refer to your TV’s Official Manual or customer support for detailed guidance.

Turn On HDMI-CEC on Samsung TV:

1. Turn on your Samsung TV.
2. Press your TV remote’s Menu or Settings button to access the settings menu.
3. Navigate to the General or System section of the settings menu.
4. Look for an option related to HDMI-CEC or Anynet+ (Samsung’s branding for HDMI-CEC). It might be called “Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC),” “HDMI-CEC,” “CEC Control,” or “Device Link,”
5. Save your changes and exit the settings menu.

Now, the CEC control is enabled on both of your devices. You can proceed with the following steps.

Connecting FireStick Remote With TV:

Follow these steps to secure your FireStick remote to your TV.

1. Again, go to Settings.

2. Now click the Equipment Control option.

3. It will show you three options: select Manage Equipment.

4. Proceed with the option Add Equipment.

5. Add TV.

6. The device will identify your TV. If the recognized TV is not yours, Proceed with No. Now, you will see a menu where you can select your TV.

7. Follow the instructions on the screen: Press the Power Button on your remote TV to turn FireStick Off. Wait for 10 Sec and press the Power Button again to turn on the TV.

8. Click Yes. If the FireStick remote restarts your TV.

9. Select NO if the FireStick remote doesn’t restart your TV.

10. Now, FireStick will again ask you to Turn Off and On your FireStick to ensure that your remote is connected to your FireStick TV.

11. Select Yes if FireStick Connects with your remote this time.

12. Now, the system will do a Volume Test to ensure a successful connection. Using your FireStick remote, change the volume to see if it works.

13. Click Yes if you can change the volume. Press OK to finish your FireStick remote and TV syncing process.

 

How To Pair A Replacement Remote To Your Fire TV?

If you have lost your FireStick remote or it loses connection with your TV, you can sync a new remote with your Fire TV.

Follow these below-mentioned steps for a correct pairing of replacement remotes:

1. Press and hold the home button on your FireStick remote. Navigate to Settings.

2. Now, choose the Controller and Bluetooth.

3. Now, you will have three options: select the Amazon Fire TV Remote.

4. Then, press the Add New Remote.

5. The system will automatically search for discoverable Remotes and show their list. To make your new remote discoverable for FireStick TV, press the Home Button of the new remote for a minimum of 10 sec.

The new remote would be visible on the TV screen. Do not use the new remote yet. Press the select button on your old remote. This would pair your new remote with a FireStick TV.

Congratulations, you have successfully updated your remote. Now you can use your new remote with FireStick TV. You can add up to 7 remotes to FireStick TV. To add more than that, you have to remove the previously added.

How To Sync The Old FireStick Remote With New TV:

If your TV screen stopped working or you just decided to update it, you can always re-pair your FireStick remote with a new TV. It means you do not have to buy a FireStick device for a new TV. You can sync the old FireStick remote with the new TV by following this guide:

1. Press the home button on the remote and open Settings.

2. Select the Equipment control option.

3. Scroll down to Manage Equipment.

4. Among all the options, select TV.

5. Click the Change TV option. The system would take 5-10 minutes to process this step.

Now again, Follow the steps in heading 1 to complete this process. Once done, you will have successfully synced your replacement FireStick remote with the New TV.

How to Use Your Phone As A FireStick Remote?

What if we tell you there is an alternative solution if you do not want to spend money on a New FireStick Remote? You can use your phone as a FireStick remote.

FireStick has its official app named Amazon Fire TV. You can download it from the Android or Apple store.

1. Connect your Amazon FireStick and Mobile device with the same wifi before starting the process. Also, make sure the Amazon FireStick is located close to your smartphone.
2. Now, Open the App and choose Set Up New Device if it does not connect automatically.
3. You will see your device in the list. You can press the Remote Tap button if it does not appear there.
4. Sometimes, the system might ask you to sign in using your Amazon ID and password. In this case, you can tap the More button and navigate to Sign in at the top of the screen.
5. Enter the pin in the app on your TV screen.

Now, your smartphone is converted into your FireStick Remote. You can control it by just using your smartphone.

Conclusion

This guide showed you how to sync the FireStick remote with the TV. Following the steps, you can perfectly sync your new FireStick remote and your replacement FireStick remote with your TV. Not only this, but you can also use your smartphone as the FireStick remote. The FireStick remote and TV syncing process would be much easier for you. If you have any more questions, please let us know.

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