SHORT ANSWER
Reset a Firestick remote: Unplug the Firestick device → Long-press Menu, Back, and Left directional buttons → Remove Batteries → Plug the Firestick Device → Insert Batteries → Long-hold Home button.
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In this article, we have explained step-by-step instructions on resetting the Fire TV Stick remote.
Steps to Factory Reset Firestick Remote
If the Fire TV remote keeps lagging or unpairing from your Firestick device, you should reset it to fix the issue. Resetting the Fire TV remote will make it respond faster as it completely refreshes its functions. Therefore, you don’t need to worry if your Fire TV Stick remote has issues pairing with the device. If you have an Alexa Voice Remote Pro, Fire TV Remote 3rd Generation, Alexa Voice Remote, and Alexa Voice Remote Lite 2nd Generation, use the steps below to reset it.
- Unplug the Fire TV Stick
Initially, you have to eject the Fire TV Stick from the power outlet. Also, locate the HDMI port to which you have connected your Firestick and gently plug it out.
- Long Press the Remote Buttons
Next, grab the Firestick remote and locate the Left dial pad, Menu, and Back buttons. Now, concurrently, long-press these three buttons for about 12 seconds.
- Remove the Remote Batteries
Next, release the buttons and wait for 5 seconds. Open the remote’s battery lid and gently remove the batteries from the remote. Close the lid.
- Plug Back the Firestick Device
Grab the Fire TV Stick and gently plug it into the TV’s HDMI port. The Firestick device will now turn On.
- Insert the Batteries Back
Next, pick up your Firestick remote and open the battery lid. Insert the powered batteries into the slot and close the battery lid.
- Hold the Home Button for a Few Seconds
Now, turn on the Firestick, and you will see a message that the remote can’t be detected. Once you see the message, hold the Home key on the remote for 10 seconds. This attempt will pair your Firestick remote.
How do I reset the 1st Generation Alexa Voice Remote of Firestick?
Unplug the Firestick from the TV’s HDMI port. Hold the Menu and Left D-pad keys for about 12 seconds. Release these keys and wait five seconds. Eject the batteries from a remote, plug in a Fire TV Stick, and wait until the TV screen shows the remote can’t be detected. Insert the batteries back in and hold the Home key for 10 seconds to pair it.
Can I reset a Firestick’s Basic Edition remote?
Yes. Hold the Home key on the remote. Hit the Menu button three times. Press the Menu key continuously nine times. Remove the batteries from the remote and unplug the Firestick. After a minute, insert the batteries into the remote and plug the Firestick back into the TV. Once the home page appears, hold the Home key on the remote for 40 seconds. Within a minute, the remote will be paired with your Firestick.
FAQ
The blinking orange light indicates the remote is not paired with Fire TV. Hold the Home key on the remote for 10 seconds to finish remote pairing.
You can follow the above-mentioned guidelines to reset the Fire TV remote 3rd Generation.
No. You can’t reset the Firestick remote through your phone.
You can simply reset the Fire TV remote to reset its volume functions.
