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How do you enter the passcode on the apple tv with no remote

My apple tv remote doesn't work so I am trying to use the control center. The control center finds the apple tv, then gives me a passcode to pair with the apple TV . The instructions tell me to use the settings on the apple tv - which I can't get to with no remote. How can I pair my phone with the apple tv?


Posted on Sep 19, 2020 8:27 PM

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Posted on Sep 20, 2020 7:09 AM

Identify your Apple TV model - Apple Support

The Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation) need a functional remote to set up the Apple TV Remote app.

The Apple TV (4th or 5th generation) should recognize the Apple TV Remote Control Center widget or the Apple TV Remote app, even without a remote.


For the Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation), your options are:

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Sep 20, 2020 7:09 AM in response to psydow

Identify your Apple TV model - Apple Support

The Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation) need a functional remote to set up the Apple TV Remote app.

The Apple TV (4th or 5th generation) should recognize the Apple TV Remote Control Center widget or the Apple TV Remote app, even without a remote.


For the Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation), your options are:

How do you enter the passcode on the apple tv with no remote

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