How To Unpair Fire TV Stick Remote And Use A Universal Remote Instead?

2025-07-21 19:57:01 231

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Rhett
Rhett
2025-07-22 15:27:02
I recently had to switch from the Fire TV Stick remote to a universal one, and it was simpler than I expected. First, remove the batteries from the Fire TV remote to prevent interference. Then, put your universal remote in pairing mode—this usually involves holding down a specific button combo (check the manual). On the Fire TV Stick, go to Settings > Controllers & Bluetooth Devices > Amazon Fire TV Remotes. Select 'Add New Remote,' and your universal remote should appear if it's in pairing mode. Confirm the pairing, and you're set. If it doesn’t work immediately, try resetting the Fire TV Stick by unplugging it for 30 seconds before retrying.
Nora
Nora
2025-07-26 14:33:58
Switching to a universal remote for my Fire TV Stick was a game-changer, especially since I wanted one remote for all my devices. Here’s how I did it step by step. First, I unpaired the original remote by going to Settings > Controllers & Bluetooth Devices > Amazon Fire TV Remotes and selecting 'Remove Device' next to the paired remote. Then, I grabbed my universal remote (I use a Logitech Harmony) and put it in pairing mode. For most universal remotes, this involves holding a setup button until the LED blinks.

Next, I went back to the Fire TV Stick settings and selected 'Add New Remote.' The universal remote popped up after a few seconds, and I paired it. If your remote doesn’t show up, make sure it’s compatible with Bluetooth pairing—some older models only work with infrared. I also had to reprogram a few buttons for Fire TV-specific functions like the home button, but the universal remote’s app made it easy. Now, I control my TV, soundbar, and Fire TV Stick with one remote, and it’s so much more convenient.
Reid
Reid
2025-07-26 08:22:58
I’m all about simplifying my setup, so ditching the Fire TV Stick remote for a universal one was a no-brainer. The process is straightforward but requires a bit of patience. Start by removing the Fire TV remote from the pairing list under Settings > Controllers & Bluetooth Devices. Then, grab your universal remote—I used a cheap one from Amazon—and put it in pairing mode. For mine, I had to hold the 'TV' and 'Power' buttons together until the light flashed.

On the Fire TV Stick, select 'Add New Remote' and wait for the universal remote to appear. If it doesn’t, try moving the remote closer to the Stick or restarting both devices. Once paired, test the buttons to make sure they work. Some universal remotes might not support all Fire TV functions, but you can usually map the essentials. I ended up loving the change because I no longer juggle multiple remotes. Plus, universal remotes often have better ergonomics than the tiny Fire TV one.
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