Apple TV remote lost
I lost my apple tv remote.
I want to use my ipad for the remote, but it tells me to enter a code on the Apple TV. I can't do that because I don't have the remote.
Is there another way to do this so I can use my iPad?
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What is your model Apple TV? Identify your Apple TV model - Apple Support
For Apple TV (3rd generation), you will need a functional remote to help set up the software remote on iPad.
For Apple TV (3rd generation), your options are:
- buy a replacement Apple Remote (aluminum);
- temporarily borrow an Apple Remote (aluminum) to help set up the software remote;
- restore the Apple TV and connect a wireless keyboard to help set up the software remote;
- restore the Apple TV and connect the CiderTV Mac app to help set up the software remote.