Set up the Android TV Remote Control app

You can navigate your Android TV using your phone or tablet with the Android TV Remote Control app.

Android

Note: You need an Android device running Android 4.3 or higher to use the Android TV Remote Control app. Find out how to check your Android version.

Set up the remote-control app

1. On your phone, download the Android TV Remote Control app from the Play Store. 
2. Connect your phone and Android TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your phone, open the Android TV Remote Control app . 
4. Tap the name of your Android TV.
5. If it doesn’t appear, try the troubleshooting steps below. 
6. A PIN will appear on your TV screen.
7. On your phone, enter the PIN. Then, tap Pair.

iPhone & iPad

You need an iPhone or iPad running iOS 8.0 or higher to use the app.

Set up the remote control app

1. On your phone, download the Android TV Remote Control app from the Play Store. 
2. Connect your phone and Android TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your phone, open the Android TV Remote Control app . 
4. Tap the name of your Android TV.
5. If it doesn’t appear, try the troubleshooting steps below. 
6. A PIN will appear on your TV screen.
7. On your phone, enter the PIN. Then, tap Pair.