Using your current Apple TV remote, selectSettingson the Apple TV home screen.

Using the universal remote, selectStart.

Press and hold theUpbutton on the remote until the progress bar is full.

The Settings app on Apple TV

Enter a name for the remote control if you’d like and selectDone.

SelectSet Up Playback Buttonsto assign Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, and Fast-Forward buttons.

Are all Universal Remotes Compatible With Apple TV?

Select Remotes and Devices.

Apple TV is compatible with most universalinfrared (IR)remote controls.

However, not every remote supports Apple TV, so do some research online before making a purchase.

you might only useSirivoice recognition and touchpad features with official Apple TV remotes.

Select Learn Remote.

Using the universal remote, select Start.

Press and hold the Up button on the remote until the progress bar is full.

Follow the on-screen instructions to finish assigning buttons.

Enter a name for the remote control if you’d like and select Done.

Select Set Up Playback Buttons to assign Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, and Fast-Forward buttons.