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TVRemoteX TV compatibility and pairing matrix

Setup steps, platform differences, common symptoms, solutions and compatibility limits for TVRemoteX TV compatibility and pairing matrix with TVRemoteX on iPhone.

Connection stepsSymptoms and fixes

Applicable scope

Compatible models using TVRemoteX that expose a supported local-control service. Available features vary by model and software version.

Brands and product families

SamsungLGRokuAndroid TVGoogle TVFire TVApple TVSonyHisenseTCLPhilipsPanasonicVIZIOSharpToshibaXiaomiNVIDIA SHIELDonn.Chromecast

Connection steps

1

Confirm the TV platform first

Open the TV's About, Support or System information screen and note the operating system or model. Multi-platform brands such as Hisense, TCL, Toshiba, Philips, Sony and Xiaomi can use different control routes.

2

Put both devices on the same local network

Connect the iPhone and TV to the same home router. Do not use guest Wi-Fi, a VPN that captures local traffic, or router client isolation while pairing.

3

Allow iPhone Local Network access

When iOS asks, choose Allow. If it was denied, open Settings > Privacy & Security > Local Network > TVRemoteX, enable TVRemoteX, return to the app and scan again.

4

Keep the TV awake, then select it in TVRemoteX

Leave the TV on its Home screen, open TVRemoteX, start discovery and choose the matching device name. Do not approve a request you did not initiate.

5

Verify control before relying on advanced features

Test Home, Back and one volume command first. Keyboard, app launch, wake and casting are separate capabilities and may not be exposed by the selected route.

Differences by model and software

Menu names and feature availability can vary by model, region and software version.

Model / software 1Native manufacturer routes

The detected protocol decides between approval and PIN.

Samsung, LG, Sony, VIDAA, VIZIO, Philips, Panasonic, Sharp and Toshiba differ
Model / software 2Licensed TV platforms

The brand ships multiple operating systems; choose the platform-specific route.

Follow Roku, Fire TV or Android/Google TV regardless of bezel brand
Model / software 3Cast receivers

Cast receiver route only; no D-pad remote is claimed.

Media route does not imply full remote-control capability

TVRemoteX TV compatibility and pairing matrix

Feature availability is based on the detected TV platform and can vary by model, region, software version and power state.

Model / softwareRemote navigationKeyboard inputApp launchingPower / wakePhoto / video cast
Connect iPhone to a Samsung TV remoteSamsung Tizen / legacy Samsung Smart TVAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
LG webOS pairing and connection authorizationLG webOS / LG NetCastAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Roku not found: mobile-app network accessRoku OS / Roku TV / Roku playerAvailableVaries by model / connectionAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Android TV and Google TV pairing codesAndroid TV / Google TV / Android TV Remote ServiceAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Set up TVRemoteX with Fire TVFire OS / Fire TV ADBAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionUnavailable
Pair iPhone remote control with Apple TVtvOS / Apple TV Media Remote ProtocolAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionAvailable
Sony BRAVIA PIN and PSK explainedSony BRAVIA native IP control / Sony Android TVAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Hisense VIDAA remote pairingHisense VIDAAAvailableUnavailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
VIZIO SmartCast four-digit pairingVIZIO SmartCastAvailableUnavailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Philips TV JointSpace pairingPhilips JointSpace / Philips Android TVAvailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Panasonic VIERA remote pairingPanasonic VIERA network remote controlAvailableUnavailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection
Sharp AQUOS IP Control credentialsSharp AQUOS IP ControlAvailableUnavailableUnavailableVaries by model / connectionUnavailable
Toshiba TV remote setup by platformToshiba Smart Center / Fire TV / Android TV / VIDAAVaries by model / connectionUnavailableVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connectionVaries by model / connection

Symptoms and fixes

What you seeLikely causeWhat to do
The brand is found but pairing instructions look wrongThat brand uses another operating system, such as Roku TV, Fire TV, Android/Google TV or VIDAA.Check About/System information and follow the operating-system guide instead of the logo on the bezel.
The TV does not appearLocal Network permission, guest Wi-Fi, VPN or client isolation is blocking discovery.Enable iOS Local Network access, use the same non-guest LAN, pause the VPN and rescan with the TV awake.
Connected, but buttons do nothingThe TV accepted discovery but blocks third-party control, selected a limited route, or is showing a protected screen.Check the platform's network-control setting, return to Home and test basic navigation before advanced commands.
Power off works but wake does notDeep standby disabled network wake, the TV lost Wi-Fi, or this connection method does not support wake.If your model offers a network or mobile-device wake setting, enable it. Otherwise turn on the TV with its physical remote and reconnect.
Keyboard input is unavailableThe active route does not expose text input or the TV is not focused in an editable field.Open a search or sign-in text field on the TV, then retry. Use the on-TV keyboard when the route remains unavailable.
An app shortcut is missing or will not openThe TV did not report that app, the app is not installed, or its identifier differs by model or region.Install and open the app once on the TV, refresh the app list, and do not assume a shortcut exists on every region.
A photo works but a video does notThe receiver cannot fetch or decode that media format, or protected streaming content blocks redistribution.Try a common local file on the same LAN. Use the streaming app's own AirPlay/Cast control for protected services.

Available features

Feature availability is based on the detected TV platform and can vary by model, region, software version and power state.

Remote navigationVaries by model / connection
Keyboard inputVaries by model / connection
App launchingVaries by model / connection
Power / wakeVaries by model / connection
Photo / video castVaries by model / connection

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Samsung Tizen / legacy Samsung Smart TVConnect iPhone to a Samsung TV remoteRead guide → LG webOS / LG NetCastLG webOS pairing and connection authorizationRead guide → Roku OS / Roku TV / Roku playerRoku not found: mobile-app network accessRead guide →