{"id":4873,"date":"2022-09-15T11:01:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-15T11:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/firestickmentor.com\/?p=4873"},"modified":"2024-01-01T09:43:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-01T09:43:53","slug":"how-to-reset-a-fire-stick-remote","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firestickmentor.com\/how-to-reset-a-fire-stick-remote\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reset the Amazon FireStick Remote"},"content":{"rendered":"

You might be facing a problem too after trying to access your Smart TV with a smart remote. But don\u2019t worry! This is one of the most common issues that people struggle with. So, if you\u2019re wondering how to reset a FireStick remote to factory settings, <\/strong>continue reading…<\/p>\n

We have come to your assistance with the easiest tricks and tips to help you master the magic of resetting a FireStick remote<\/strong> to factory settings.<\/p>\n

Before we dive into the technicalities that will help you reprogram a FireStick remote<\/strong>, let’s get to know the different versions of these remotes first.<\/p>\n

Identifying controllers \u2013 Which Amazon FireStick Remote do I Have?<\/h2>\n

It is crucial to understand which model and version your FireStick remote belongs to, as it will save you a lot of time and fix your issues accordingly. In this guide, you will learn how to reset the following Amazon FireStick remotes:<\/p>\n

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  1. Basic Edition Remote<\/li>\n
  2. Alexa Voice Remote<\/li>\n
  3. Alexa Voice Remote Lite<\/li>\n
  4. Fire TV Smart TV Remote<\/li>\n
  5. Fire TV Soundbar Remote<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    See Also – Reset Amazon FireStick without a remote<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

    How to Reset your Amazon FireStick Remote to Factory Settings?\u00a0<\/h2>\n

    Before you can begin using any of the Fire TV sticks, you will have to pair the remote first. You can reset the Fire TV remote<\/strong>, pair it, or unpair it in a number of ways, depending on its model and generation.<\/p>\n

    Reset the Basic Edition Remote<\/h2>\n
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    If you have got your hands on the Basic Edition Fire TV Stick Remote, here is how you can reset it:<\/p>\n

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    1. First, you will have to press the Home button<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    2. As you hold down the Home <\/strong>button, press the Menu button on the FireStick<\/strong>, the three horizontal lines, three times.<\/li>\n
    3. Then, after letting go of the Home <\/strong>button, click the Menu <\/strong>button again nine times.<\/li>\n
    4. Extract the batteries <\/strong>of your remote.<\/li>\n
    5. Unplug <\/strong>the stick, and wait for 60 \u2013 90 seconds.<\/li>\n
    6. Put the batteries in the Fire TV Stick again, and turn it on<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    7. When you see the home screen flashing on your Fire TV Stick, press the Home <\/strong>button and hold it down for forty seconds.<\/li>\n
    8. It will take the system a minute to complete the setup. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Reset the Amazon Voice remote, Amazon Voice remote Lite, Fire TV Smart TV remote, and the Fire TV Soundbar remote<\/h2>\n
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      If you own any one of the above-mentioned FireStick remotes, you can reset them by using the following process:<\/p>\n

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      1. The first thing you need to do is disconnect <\/strong>the power cord attached to the Fire TV Stick.<\/li>\n
      2. Wait for sixty seconds.<\/li>\n
      3. On your FireStick remote, hold down the Menu<\/strong>, Left<\/strong>, and Back <\/strong>buttons for twelve seconds at the same time.<\/li>\n
      4. Let go of the Menu<\/strong>, Left<\/strong>, and Back <\/strong>buttons on the remote and wait for another five seconds before you remove the batteries<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      5. Reconnect <\/strong>the power cord and turn on the device.<\/li>\n
      6. Wait for another sixty seconds.<\/li>\n
      7. Place the batteries <\/strong>back in the remote.<\/li>\n
      8. Then, press the Home <\/strong>button on the FireStick, and the reset is complete.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        These methods will make resetting of your Fire TV remotes <\/strong>feel like a breeze!<\/p>\n

        Many people also come across the following queries when they are dealing with a FireStick remote. Let’s see how you can fix those without sweating much!<\/p>\n

        Why FireStick remote stopped working?<\/h2>\n

        There are many reasons that can cause your FireStick to stuck in a restarting loop<\/a> or become unresponsive. A few of the most common ones are:<\/p>\n