How to pair my Samsung Remote? - Reset and Pairing Instructions - Pairing Guide

Note: The following instructions apply to the latest Samsung Smart remote controls, including models such as BN59-01357A and BN59-01385A, among others. 

Setting Up Your Remote:

1. Initial Charging:
   1. While many models include solar panels, they may not provide optimal charging. Upon receiving your remote, we recommend charging it using a USB-C cable for at least 30 minutes.
   2. If you notice your remote unpairing or experiencing issues, it may be due to a low battery. Ensure proper charging to resolve these issues.

Pairing Process

When you turn on the TV for the first time, the Samsung Smart Remote pairs with the TV automatically. If the Samsung Smart Remote does not pair with the TV automatically, then do the following steps:

1. Point the remote towards the TV
2. Press and hold the Back (↩︎) and Play/Pause (▷||) buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds.
3. Your TV will detect the remote and initiate the pairing process automatically. You should see a prompt on the TV confirming the successful pairing. 

This article is applicable for Samsung Solar remote controls, some of which include models: BN59-01357A, BN59-01385A, BN59-01432A, BN59-01456A, BN59-01454A, BN59-01357P, BN59-01439J, BN59-01455A, BN59-01357E, BN59-01432J, BN59-01385L, BN59-01357A, BN59-01357F, TM21-80ES, BN59-01385B, BN59-01363C, BN59-01386B, BN59-01391A, BN59-01357L, BN59-01357C.

About the Samsung Smart Remote

• Use the Samsung Smart Remote less than 20 feet (6 m) from the TV. The usable distance may vary with the wireless
• environmental conditions.
• The images, buttons, and functions of the Samsung Smart Remote may differ with the model or geographical area.
• To use the Samsung Smart Remote to control a compatible external device that does not support HDMI-CEC (Anynet+), you
• must configure universal remote control for the device. For more information, refer to "Controlling External Devices with a
• Samsung Remote Control - Using the Universal Remote."
• To use the Samsung Smart Remote to control a compatible external device that does support HDMI-CEC (Anynet+), connect
• the device to an HDMI port on the TV using an HDMI cable. For more information, refer to "Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)."

For additional support with your Samsung TV, we recommend referring to the TV's Operating manual.