How To Reset a FireStick Remote

Amazon Firestick has a remote with several buttons that give you full control over its content. But what do you do when your Firestick remote stops functioning?

If your Firestick remote isn’t working even after getting new batteries, then you should reset it. Resetting your Firestick remote is handy for fixing all kinds of bugs and issues. Additionally, it can help improve its performance and restore its connection.

It doesn’t take much to reset your Firestick remote. You can quickly do that in a matter of minutes. This guide will show you how to reset any Fire TV remote.

How To Pair Your Firestick Remote

Before showing you how to reset your Firestick remote, it will be helpful to start by showing you how to pair it.

To pair your Fire TV stick remote, you must ensure your TV is turned on. Next, maintain a distance of around 10 ft (3 m) from the TV. Hold the home button on your Fire TV stick remote for five to ten seconds.

When you do that, you will see a blinking light at the top of your remote and an on-screen message confirming that your remote has been paired successfully.

If you don’t see any light blinking at the top of the remote, try removing the batteries and inserting them again or replacing them with new ones. Wait for a minute and try again.

Don’t fret if that doesn’t work; follow this guide for ways to reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

How To Reset Your Fire TV Stick

Basically, the method to reset your FireStick remote varies depending on the device model or version you have. If you are unsure of what Fire TV model you are using, checking the packaging will give you an idea.

How To Reset FireStick Remote (Basic Edition)

Follow the steps below to reset the Fire TV Stick basic remote version.

1. Press the home button on the remote and hold it.
2. As you press the home button, also press the menu button on the remote three times in a row.
3. Let go of the home button and press the menu button nine times.
4. After doing that, remove the batteries from the remote.
5. Unplug your Fire TV stick.
6. Wait for a minute, then replace the batteries in the remote.
7. Plug the Fire TV and turn it on.
8. As soon as the Fire TV pops up on the screen, press and hold the home button for 40 seconds.
9. After holding the home button for 40 seconds, let go of the button.
10. Wait for one minute, and that’s it.

How To Reset Alexa Voice Remote Lite

Here are the steps to reset the Fire TV Stick Lite Remote:

1. Unplug the Fire TV Stick from the power switch.
2. Press the menu, left, and back buttons simultaneously for 15 seconds.
3. Then, wait for around 5 to 10 seconds before removing the batteries.
4. When you remove the batteries, insert the Fire TV plug into the power switch and wait for it to turn on.
5. Insert the batteries back into the remote and hold the home button for 2 to 5 seconds.

Alexa Voice Remote (1st Generation)

Follow the steps below to reset the Alexa Voice remote (1st Generation).

1. Unplug the FireTV’s power cable and wait for a minute.
2. Hold and press the left button on the navigation ring together with the menu button for 12 seconds.
3. After 12 seconds, let go of the buttons and wait for another 5 seconds.
4. After that, remove the batteries from the remote.
5. Insert the Fire TV back into the power source and allow it to boot up.
6. Replace the batteries and press the home button on the remote.

How To Reset Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote (2nd Gen)

Follow the steps below to reset Fire TV remote (2nd Generation).

1. Unplug your Fire TV and wait for a minute before you continue.
2. Locate the Left button, Menu button, and Back buttons, and press them all at the same time. It may not be easy holding these buttons simultaneously, so you need to hold the first left and menu buttons with your thumb finger and hold the back button with another finger.
3. Hold all three buttons for at least 12 seconds before you release your grip.
4. Wait another 5 seconds, then remove the batteries from the remote and connect the Fire TV cable to the power outlet.
5. Wait for the Fire TV device to reboot, then insert the batteries into the remote.
6. After that, press the Home button on the remote.
7. The blue LED light will flash, showing that the remote has successfully paired with the FireStick TV.

Note: If you are using the Alexa Voice Remote Lite, the one without any volume up or down buttons, you won’t see LED lights blinking.

How To Reset Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote (3rd Gen)

The steps below will show you how to reset the 3rd Generation Alexa Voice remote.

1. The first thing to do is to remote the Fire TV plug from the power outlet.
2. Press the remote’s Left, Menu, and Back buttons for about 10 seconds, and then let go.
3. Next, wait for another 5 seconds before removing the batteries in the Fire TV remote.
4. Insert the Fire TV’s plug back into the power source and allow it to boot.
5. Once it loads up, insert the batteries in the remote and press the Home button.

How To Reset Fire TV Smart TV Remote

Follow these steps to reset the Fire TV Smart TV remote:

1. Unplug the Fire TV until it is powered off.
2. Press the left, back, and menu buttons simultaneously for 12 seconds.
3. Let go of the buttons and wait for 5 seconds.
4. After that, remove the batteries on the remote.
5. Plug the Fire TV and allow it to reboot.
6. Wait for 40 seconds to 1 minute before inserting the batteries in the remote.
7. Press the home button and the remote.

How To Reset Fire TV Soundbar Remote

Follow these steps to reset the Fire TV Soundbar remote:

1. Ensure your Fire TV is turned off.
2. Press the back, menu, and left buttons on the remote together for 12 seconds.
3. Wait for 5 seconds before removing the batteries from the remote.
4. Plug the Firestick TV into the power outlet and allow it to load up.
5. Wait for 1 minute before putting the batteries back into the remote.
6. Press the home button on the remote to reset the remote successfully.

FireStick Remote Not Working? What Do I Do?

If you have exhausted all the methods above but cannot reset your Fire TV remote, you need to contact the Amazon support team to assist in troubleshooting the remote. Also, you can get a replacement if your remote is malfunctioning or faulty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reset my Firestick remote?

You can reset your firestick by following the steps mentioned in this guide. We have simplified the process to make it quick and easy for you.

Can I replace my Fire TV remote?

You can replace or substitute your Firestick TV remote for a new one.

Are Fire TV remotes universal?

While most Fire TV remotes are interchangeable and can be used for each other, ensure that the remote you want to get is compatible with your Fire TV Stick device or model.

How can I pair extra remotes to my Firestick TV?

To pair more Fire TV remotes to your device, launch your Fire TV and navigate to Settings. Select the “Controllers & Bluetooth Devices” option, select the “Amazon Fire TV Remote,” and press the “Home” button for about ten seconds to pair the remote.

Can I use my phone as a FireStick remote?

Using your smartphone as your FireStick remote will enable you to control your FireStick device using your phone. The Amazon Fire TV app for iOS and Android devices can convert your mobile phone to a Firestick remote.

Conclusion

If you are having a hard time resetting your FireStick remote, you should be able to learn the process using this guide. The process of resetting the different FireStick remotes is similar, but we differentiated them for you to find that of your model or Firestick Generation.

If your remote has issues, resetting it automatically reverts it to factory defaults, erasing and fixing all problems. However, if your FireStick remote doesn’t work after following this guide, you should contact the Amazon customer support team, who will help you resolve it.