Hi, I have lost my Apple Tv remote and when I try connecting my iOS device to Apple TV, it gives me a code to enter in the TV and not vice versa. Since I cannot access the settings on the Apple Tv, I cannot enter the code and this cannot connect my iOS device. Please help
Ok, if your Apple TV is a 2nd or 3rd gen then this is normal behavior. Gen 4 and later will show a code on the iOS device instead. Looks like you need to get a new, physical remote if you do have in fact a 2nd or 3rd gen Apple TV:
If you have an Apple TV (2nd or 3rd Generation), wait for a four-digit code to appear on your iOS device. Then go to Settings > General > Remotes on your Apple TV, select the name of your iOS device, and enter the four-digit code. If your remote is broken or missing, contact Apple Support.
Ok, if your Apple TV is a 2nd or 3rd gen then this is normal behavior. Gen 4 and later will show a code on the iOS device instead. Looks like you need to get a new, physical remote if you do have in fact a 2nd or 3rd gen Apple TV:
If you have an Apple TV (2nd or 3rd Generation), wait for a four-digit code to appear on your iOS device. Then go to Settings > General > Remotes on your Apple TV, select the name of your iOS device, and enter the four-digit code. If your remote is broken or missing, contact Apple Support.
This is strange since I remember having to enter a code on my phone and not on the TV. That's also what is listed in the instructions below:
Exactly, quite strange. Attaching a screenshot for a quick reference
Is your iPhone on the same WiFi network as your TV?
Yup. Same wifi connection
Thanks a lot. This helps :)
You're welcome!
Issues connecting my iOS device to Apple Tv
