The Google TV Streamer is a fantastic device, but it has a quirky bug that can leave you scratching your head during setup. While the Streamer is designed to pair with the included remote, it can sometimes get confused and pair with a random remote in your house.
This unexpected behavior has been reported by several users, with some discovering their Streamer paired with an Nvidia Shield remote, while others found it paired with an LG TV remote. The reason for this strange pairing issue isn't entirely clear, but it seems to be a glitch during the initial setup process.
Don't worry, there's a simple fix. Instead of trying to figure out which random remote your Streamer has chosen, the easiest solution is to utilize your TV's remote.
Through the magic of Consumer Electronics Control (CEC), your TV's remote can control your Streamer's interface. You might encounter some slight hiccups with the "Home" button, but you should be able to navigate through the setup process without too much trouble. Once you've finished the setup, head over to Settings > Remotes & accessories. This is where you'll find the initially paired remote listed. From this menu, you can then proceed to pair the actual remote that came with your Google TV Streamer.
Pairing your Google TV Streamer remote is straightforward:
Simultaneously press and hold the "Home" and "Back" buttons on the remote until the white light starts to flash slowly.
Select "Pair accessory" from the on-screen menu.
Your Google TV Streamer will now be ready to pair with the correct remote.
While Google is likely working on a patch to address this bug, knowing this workaround can save you time and frustration during the setup process. Enjoy your new Google TV Streamer!
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