Unlike other manufacturers who use button combinations, Roku puts a special pairing button on its remotes.

This means that the remote control has entered pairing mode.

You should also see a corresponding message on your TV screen.

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Valeriy Odintsov

So it doesnt need to be paired.

For a more detailed guide on pairing your Roku remote, check it out below.

Also, lets figure out exactly where the Pairing button is located.

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If you have a remote with batteries, this button is inside the battery compartment, toward the bottom.

On the rechargeable remote, you will find the Pairing button on the lower back of the remote.

If this happens, you might skip the pairing process altogether.

After the pairing process is complete, its essential to ensure the remote functions correctly.

Press various buttons on the remote to navigate the Roku interface and test its responsiveness.

If something goes wrong, repeat the above process.

For a remote control with batteries, remove the batteries and put them back in.

It would be best if you put in new batteries before pairing.

Does IR Roku remote need to be paired?

As mentioned above, infrared (IR) Roku remotes do not require a pairing process.

They can be used directly with your Roku rig without any additional steps.

Point the remote directly at the Roku equipment and press the desired buttons to navigate the Roku interface.

The Roku gear will receive the signals from the remote and respond accordingly.

Unlike enhanced remotes, IR remotes do not have a pairing button or require a specific pairing process.

They work immediately after inserting the batteries and pointing them at the Roku gear.

Why is my Roku remote not pairing?

For this, it’s possible for you to download the Roku mobile app on your smartphone.

ensure your mobile unit is connected to the same Wi-Fi data pipe as your Roku unit.