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LG remote · Reset guide

How to reset LG remote

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The procedure below is for an LG Magic Remote with Home, Back and a centre scroll wheel. A standard infrared LG remote does not use this Magic Remote registration process.

01 · Start here

Before resetting your device

  1. Point the Magic Remote at the TV and press the centre wheel to try registration first.
  2. If registration fails, switch the TV off and back on, then retry.

Source: LG: register and reset the Magic Remote

02 · Reset and reconnect

Reset and reconnect your LG remote

Before you start

This cancels the Magic Remote's registration with the TV. Re-register it afterward; you do not need to erase the TV's apps or accounts.

Magic Remote with Home and Back buttons

Home + Back · 5 seconds

  1. Hold Home (Smart Home) and Back together for five seconds.
  2. Aim the handset at the TV and press the centre scroll wheel.
  3. Wait for the successful-registration message.

Source: LG: register and reset the Magic Remote

If the device still does not work

Keep the path clear and avoid nearby sources of radio interference. If your button layout differs, check the exact remote manual; LG notes that controls vary by model.

Source: LG: register and reset the Magic Remote

After the reset

Check pointer movement, wheel selection and ordinary navigation.

Frequently asked questions

Does this reset the LG television?

No. It unregisters and re-registers the Magic Remote. Reset to Initial Settings on the TV is a separate operation.

What if my remote has no Home or Back button?

Do not substitute a different button. Use the instructions for the exact remote model.

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