Apple tv factory reset done but unable to setup the wifi without apple remote

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Any idea how to setup the wifi setting in apple tv without apple remote.

Apple TV HD, tvOS 15

Posted on Oct 30, 2022 1:54 PM

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Posted on Oct 30, 2022 6:32 PM

You will need to set up the network, before you can use the software remote.

Either borrow one temporarily, or buy a replacement remote.

Replacement remotes will need to be paired to the box, before they are functional.


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Oct 30, 2022 6:32 PM in response to venkateswaran272

You will need to set up the network, before you can use the software remote.

Either borrow one temporarily, or buy a replacement remote.

Replacement remotes will need to be paired to the box, before they are functional.


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Oct 30, 2022 6:51 PM in response to Urquhart1244

That is the issue what I am highlighting. There should be a way without remote to do the setup and complete it. Atleast ethernet connection with a mac laptop interface should do the work. You have also published software remote application too.


But this is a flaw in the design.

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Oct 30, 2022 9:34 PM in response to pogster

I have the remote its not working. It became non-functional. I expect a tv will work without a remote. Just going near it and just use the control on it. Like wise apple tv I thought can function without remote since it has USB - c cable, can communicate to itunes and also it has eathernet access etc.



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