How to Reset an Alexa Voice Fire Stick Remote

March 17, 2023 • Devin Partida

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If you have an Amazon Fire TV Stick, you may need to reset the remote that comes with it from time to time to fix connectivity issues. Many of these remotes are paired with Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant, but there are a few subtle differences between the models. If your remote stops working, first, make sure it has fresh batteries. Still not connecting? Follow these steps to reset your Fire Stick remote. 

First-Generation Alexa Voice Remote

Alexa’s unique artificial intelligence system is paired with this remote that lacks a power button, volume up and volume down buttons. Here’s how to reset it:

1. First, you’ll need to unplug your Fire TV and wait one minute. 

2. Press and hold down the Left button. At the same time, press and hold down the Menu button. Hold both buttons down for 12 seconds. 

3. Then, let go of both buttons. 

4. Wait five seconds. 

5. Next, take the batteries out of your remote. 

6. Plug in your Fire TV and wait one minute. 

7. Reinstall the batteries in your Fire TV remote. 

8. Press the Home button.

9. If your remote didn’t pair with the TV, hold the Home button down for ten seconds. 

Alexa Voice Remote With Volume and Power Buttons

This generation of Fire Stick remotes is equipped with volume and power buttons. To reset it:

1. To get started, unplug your Fire TV. Wait one minute before proceeding.

2. Next, hold down the Menu button, Back button and Left button simultaneously. Keep holding them for 12 seconds.

3. Release all three buttons. 

4. Wait five seconds. Then, take the batteries out of your Fire Stick remote.

5. Plug your Fire TV back in.

6. Wait one minute.

7. Replace the batteries in the remote and press the Home button. 

8. If your remote doesn’t pair, hold down the Home button for ten seconds. The LED indicator will blink with a blue light if the remote pairs successfully.

Alexa Voice Remote Lite

Like the first-generation Alexa remote, this remote lacks power buttons and volume buttons. Follow these instructions to reset your Fire Stick remote: 

1. Start by unplugging your Fire TV.

2. Wait one minute before moving on to the next step. 

3. Hold down the Menu button, Back button and Left button simultaneously for 12 seconds. 

4. Let go of the buttons. 

5. Wait five seconds. Then, take the batteries out of the remote. 

6. Plug your Fire TV back in.

7. Wait one minute. 

8. Next, reinstall the batteries in the remote. 

9. Finally, press the remote’s Home button. 

Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote

Follow these steps to reset a Fire TV Alexa voice remote: 

1. Start by unplugging your Fire TV. Wait one minute. 

2. Hold down the Menu button, Back button and Left button simultaneously for 12 seconds. 

3. Let go of the buttons. Then, wait five seconds. 

4. Take the batteries out of the Fire Stick remote. 

5. Plug your Fire TV back in and wait one minute. 

6. Reinstall the batteries in your remote and press the Home button. 

7. If your remote doesn’t pair, hold down the Home button for ten seconds. The LED indicator will blink with a blue light if the remote pairs successfully.

Reset Your Fire Stick Remote

Smart TVs are convenient and fun to use, but like any wireless technology, they sometimes have connectivity problems. If you can’t get your Fire Stick remote to work, replace the batteries or reset it. This should get your Fire TV back up and running in no time. 

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