Remotes

[Benjamin1318]

Roku came with a remote that doesn't have volume control or power button.  But I have a Roku remote that does.  How can I switch them.  I'm thinking it works 

[RokuJohnB · Accepted solution]

Hi @Benjamin1318,

Greetings from the Roku Community!

We understand you want to pair a different Roku remote with your Roku device. We're pleased to help. The compatibility largely depends on the specific models of your Roku devices and the type of remote you are using.

If your Roku remote does not have a microphone or a pairing button, it is referred to as a Roku player remote. You don't need to pair this remote, simply insert fresh batteries or remove the battery pull tab. Once you've done that, your remote will be ready to use immediately.

For the Roku streaming device includes a Roku voice remote, you will need to pair it by following the steps below:

• If your voice remote has a pairing button, Press and hold the pairing button for 5 seconds, or until you see the status light begin to flash, to put your voice remote into pairing mode. 
• If your voice remote does not have a pairing button, press and hold the Back and Home buttons for 5 seconds, or until you see the status light begin to flash.

Additionally, to connect a remote to a different device, we highly recommend using the Roku mobile app or another compatible Roku remote with your streaming device. Follow these steps to put your device into pairing mode from the Settings menu.

1. Press Home on your existing working remote or from the Roku mobile app
2. Scroll and select Settings
3. Select Remotes & devices
4. Select Add devices
5. Select Remote
6. Select Continue
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to pair your voice remote

Hope you'll find this info useful. Let us know in case you still have any questions.

Best regards,
John