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Connect iPhone Apple TV app to Apple TV 3

I have an Apple TV 3rd generation with no remote. I was told this was not an issue as I could use my iPhone to control it. Problem is the app has found the Apple TV, but has provided me a 4 digit code to enter into the Apple TV, but how can I do this when I don't have the Apple TV remote to navigate to the area where I need to enter the 4 digit code. Unless there is another way, it would appear I need a remote to initially set up my iPhone app for use, or is there another way?

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Posted on Sep 30, 2018 7:58 PM

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Posted on Sep 30, 2018 8:09 PM

Unfortunately you cannot. You need the physical remote to set up the Remote app as you have found out.


You can borrow an Apple TV remote from a friend or relative just to set it up, and then you'll be able to use the iPhone without a physical remote.


Or you can buy a replacement remote.

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Connect iPhone Apple TV app to Apple TV 3

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