Remote pairing in Exeter
Professional remote pairing services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Remote won't talk to your TV? I'll get it paired properly so it controls your TV, box, soundbar - whatever needs working. No more juggling three remotes that don't work.
The Remote That Stopped Working
You were watching TV last night. This morning the remote does nothing. Batteries are fine. TV's on. Remote's dead.
Or your Sky remote won't change the TV volume anymore. Or you need three remotes to watch anything and you've forgotten which button is on which one.
💡 Pro tip: Most "broken" remotes aren't broken - they're just unpaired. Five minutes to fix if you know the right button sequence.
What Needs Pairing?
🔧 Common Culprits
| Device | Signs It Needs Pairing | Quick Test |
|---|---|---|
| Sky/Virgin remote | TV power/volume don't work | Can you change channels but not volume? |
| Soundbar remote | No sound control | TV works but soundbar ignores you? |
| Smart TV remote | Nothing responds | New batteries made no difference? |
| Universal remote | Controls some devices not others | Works for TV but not DVD player? |
What You Get
📦 The Full Service
| What I Do | Result |
|---|---|
| Diagnose the problem | Is it actually unpaired or something else? |
| Pair remote to devices | TV, box, soundbar - all connected |
| Test everything | Volume, channels, power - all working |
| Simplify if possible | One remote instead of three |
| Show you how | So you can fix it next time |
| Leave instructions | Written down in plain English |
Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single device pairing | 15 mins | £60 |
| Multiple devices | 30 mins | £60 |
| Full system setup (3+ remotes) | 45 mins | £85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For You If...
✅ Remote suddenly stopped working after years being fine
✅ Need three remotes to watch TV and you're sick of it
✅ Sky/Virgin engineer set it up but now it's messed up
✅ Just want it simple - one remote, everything works
Why Choose Us for Remote pairing in Exeter?
Remote working with all your devices
Shown which buttons do what
Volume controls fixed properly
Instructions left for next time it happens
What to Expect
Step 1: Test What's Working
I check what the remote currently does and doesn't control. Work out what's paired and what isn't.
Step 2: Pair Everything
Use the correct pairing sequence for your specific remote and devices. Each brand has different buttons to press in a specific order.
Step 3: Test & Teach
Make sure everything works - power, volume, channels, inputs. Show you what I did in case it unpairs again.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to try pairing it yourself first? Here are the common ones:
🔧 Sky Q Remote
- Press Home button
- Select Settings
- Select Setup > Remote Control
- Follow on-screen instructions
- Press the button it shows you
🔧 Virgin TiVo Remote
- Hold down 0 and 1 together until LED flashes
- Press the button for what you want to pair (TV, AMP, etc)
- Enter your TV brand code
- Press the button again to test
🔧 Generic Smart TV Remote
- Usually: Press and hold Back + Play/Pause together
- OR: Hold pairing button (usually on back or in battery compartment)
- Wait for LED to flash
- TV should find remote automatically
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not holding buttons long enough (needs 3-5 seconds usually)
- Wrong sequence for your specific model
- Batteries too low to pair (even if they work for buttons)
- Trying to pair a simple IR remote (they don't pair, they just work)
💡 Pro trick: Google "[your remote model] pairing instructions" - manufacturers put the exact sequences online. Make sure you've got the right model number though (usually printed inside battery compartment).
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple remotes cluttering the table? I can often program one remote to do everything. Means fewer remotes to lose down the sofa.
Replacement remote needed? Genuine ones cost a fortune. Compatible remotes work just as well and cost £10-15. I can advise what to buy or order one for you.
Smart home integration? If you've got Alexa or Google Home, I can set up voice control for your TV. "Alexa, turn on the TV" instead of finding the remote at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my remote control my TV anymore?
Usually because it's unpaired - lost connection to the TV, box, or soundbar. Happens when batteries die, after a power cut, or when someone presses the wrong combination of buttons. Easy fix once you know the pairing sequence for your specific remote.
Do all remotes need pairing?
No. Old-style infrared remotes (point at the TV, nothing happens if you cover the end) don't pair - they just work. Modern remotes using Bluetooth or RF (work without pointing, can control from other rooms) need pairing to specific devices.
Can you pair one remote to control everything?
Usually yes - Sky remotes can control your TV, Virgin remotes can control volume, universal remotes can do the lot. I'll set it up so you need fewer remotes cluttering the coffee table. One remote for everything if possible.
What if the remote's just broken?
I'll test that. If it's genuinely faulty rather than just unpaired, I'll tell you straight. Replacement remotes are cheap - I can advise which one to buy or get one for you.
Will you write down the instructions?
Yes - I'll leave you clear instructions for how to pair it again if it happens in future. Some people keep them stuck to the back of the remote, some in a kitchen drawer. Whatever works for you.
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