To sync a Roku remote that does not have a pairing button, the key point is to identify what type of remote you have:
- If it is a basic infrared (IR) remote without a pairing button , it does not require pairing or syncing. These remotes communicate via IR signals and should work automatically with Roku devices that support IR (typically Roku consoles, but not Roku streaming sticks). You just need to ensure the batteries are fresh and properly inserted, and that there is a clear line of sight between the remote and the Roku device
- If your Roku device is a streaming stick or a Roku TV that requires a Bluetooth remote , the remote must have a pairing button to sync. Without a pairing button, the remote will not pair, and thus will not work with these devices
If your remote lacks a pairing button but you want to try syncing it (assuming it is a Bluetooth remote without a visible pairing button), you can try this method:
- Remove the batteries from the remote and wait about 5 to 30 seconds.
- Reinsert fresh batteries correctly.
- Press and hold the Home and Back buttons simultaneously for about 5 seconds until the remote’s LED light starts flashing, indicating it is in pairing mode.
- Keep the remote close to the Roku device and wait for the pairing notification on your TV screen.
- If it does not pair, unplug your Roku device from power for 30-60 seconds, plug it back in, and try the button hold sequence again
If your remote has no LED light or pairing button and the above does not work, it is likely an IR remote that simply cannot pair with streaming sticks or Roku TVs that require Bluetooth remotes. In that case, you may need to get a compatible remote with a pairing button or use the Roku mobile app as a remote alternative
Summary
- No pairing button + Roku stick = IR remote, no pairing possible, likely won’t work.
- No pairing button + Roku console = IR remote, works without pairing.
- Bluetooth remotes require pairing button to sync.
- Try holding Home + Back buttons to enter pairing mode if LED present.
- Power cycle Roku device and reset remote by removing batteries.
If your remote is not working and has no pairing button, check if it is IR or Bluetooth type and get a compatible remote if necessary. This is the most reliable approach based on current Roku remote technology and user experiences
