Unable to enter passcode sent to iPhone on Apple TV

Password is accepted on my tv , but then a code is sent to my phone , and I get no prompt to enter it on my tv , so it just keeps returning g me to enter password and same thing over and over again . Pls help



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Apple TV 4K (1st generation)

Posted on Mar 15, 2025 6:25 AM

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Mar 15, 2025 6:39 AM in response to jeannefromsandyford

Is this for your Apple TV 4K box (1st generation) [A1842], or for a legacy model [A1469 or earlier]? The latter may require a different approach.

Identify your Apple TV model - Apple Support

Find your Apple TV model number - Apple Support


Or is this for the Apple TV app on a smart TV, or a third party streaming device connected to your TV?

Apple TV app user guide for smart TVs and third party streaming devices - Apple Support

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