How to Connect a Roku Remote to TV | Step By Step Guide

With so many variations, it is not always easy to figure out how to connect a Roku Remote to TV. worry not! I have got your back.

Sorting through the type of remote you own, and trying to figure out how it connects to TV can make you wish you were doing anything else. It can almost feel like your Roku Remote and your TV have a personal vendetta against you.

But it pays once you have figured it out. Once your Roku Remote is connected to your TV, you can control it from almost any corner of the room. You can even stream OTT platforms with just a click of a button.

In today’s article, I have explained how you can connect a Roku Remote to TV, whether you are using a simple or an advanced Roku Remote.

How to Connect a Roku Remote to TV: Infrared Remote 

If you own a simple Infrared Roku Remote, it doesn’t need to be paired with your Roku TV to function. All you have to do is point the Remote to your Roku TV, and the invisible light will transmit the button function to your TV. 

To connect a Roku Remote to the TV follow these steps:

1. Plug your TV into a power outlet, and switch it on. 
2. Insert the appropriate batteries at the back of your simple Roku Remote. 
3. Since the simple remote doesn’t require to be paired to your TV, all you have to do is point the remote towards your TV, and ensure nothing is blocking the signal from traveling to your TV.

To identify whether you own a simple Roku Remote, look for the magnifying glass icon   located near the purple directional pad.

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How to Connect a Roku Remote to TV: Advanced Remote 

To connect an advanced remote to TV, you first need to pair it with your TV. the Advanced Roku Remote uses radio frequency to send the signal to your TV, therefore, they don’t need a line-of-sight application. 

If you want to confirm whether you own an Advanced Roku Remote, look for one or more of the following features: 

1. A microphone icon is located near the purple directional pad.
2. Voice control.
3. Power and on/off button for a TV.
4. Two gaming control buttons (A and B).
5. Headphone jack.
6. Remote finder alert.

Follow these steps to connect a Roku Remote to TV: 

1. Insert the appropriate batteries at the back of your advanced Roku Remote. 
2. Now, plug your TV into a wall socket, and switch on your Roku TV.
3. Once the Home screen appears on your TV, place your Advanced remote near your TV. your Roku TV will automatically detect and nearby remote, and start the pairing process. 

If your TV doesn’t automatically detect the Roku Remote, remove the battery cover at the back of the remote, and press and hold the pairing button located there. 

You will receive a notification on your TV once the pairing process starts. 

Can’t Connect a Roku Remote to TV? Try These Fixes. 

Your remote is the main accessory you use with your TV, so, if it is not working properly, it can ruin your whole experience. While connecting your Roku Remote to your TV is a simple process, many people suffer because they can’t seem to connect them. 

In this next section, I have explained different troubleshooters you can follow to fix the issue you might be facing. 

• First and foremost, ensure you are using fresh batteries for your Roku remote, and that you have inserted them correctly. 

• If your Roku Remote is showing a slow response, ensure there are no obstructions between the remote and the TV. you can also reduce the distance between the TV and the remote.

• Power cycle your TV by unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet, waiting at least 30 seconds, and then plugging it back again to power on your TV.  

• Update your Roku TV so that your TV’s firmware is up to date and functions smoothly. To update the TV, go to settings, click on the System option, go to System Update, and lastly, click on Check Now. If there is an update available, click on Update Now, and wait for your Roku TV to restart. 

• You can also factory reset your Roku TV, this will remove any previously stored information on your TV, so, you can start afresh. To factory reset your TV: 

1. Go to settings.
2. Click on the System option.
3. Click on the Advanced system setting option.
4. Last, select System Reset. 

Your Roku TV will be reset, and you can start the connection process once again. 

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Conclusion 

With that, we are at the end of the article. Now you know how you can connect a Roku Remote to TV. 

The steps may differ depending on the type of remote you own. If you have a simple Roku Remote, all you have to do is insert the correct batteries in your remote, and ensure the TV is in the line of sight of your remote while performing any function. 

The Advanced Roku Remote enables you to use the remote from any corner of the room, as it uses radio signals to transfer commands from the remote to the TV. To use the advanced remote with your TV, you first have to pair the remote to your TV. 

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