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How can I use my TV remote or Third Party remote to control Playground?

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Using Your TV Remote (HDMI-CEC)

  • There is a feature called "HDMI-CEC" on most modern TVs, that allow you to use one remote to control multiple devices (TV, soundbars, streaming devices, gaming console ...).

  • Not every TV has enabled this feature by default, but if you enable it, you can actually use your own TV's remote to control Nex Playground.

  • Try go into the SETTINGS MENU of your TV and look for "HDMI-CEC" (or something similar). If you can't find it, try Google "enable HDMI-CEC {your TV brand and model name}" to get specific steps.

Connecting A Third-Party Universal Remote

We've found that some universal remotes can navigate Playground. A lot of customers have found success with this one. Feel free to try it out: https://nex.fun/third-party-rcu.

To connect with the third party remote, please watch this video or follow these steps:

  • Disconnect the HDMI cable between the TV and Playground, and unplug both devices from power.

  • Wait 20 seconds.

  • Reconnect HDMI first — plug the HDMI cable back in between the TV and Playground BEFORE restoring power.

  • Plug in and power on the TV and Playground.

  • On your TV, enable CEC (Settings → System → Control other devices/CEC; wording may vary by TV model).

  • Use your original TV remote to switch to the Playground’s HDMI input.

  • Insert batteries into your third-party remote(if needed)

  • With the Playground screen on, point the third-party remote at Playground and press any button.

  • Look for a blue flash on the remote and a “new remote connected” popup on the Playground screen.

  • You're all set. Next time when waking Playground, plug it back into power or switch to its HDMI input using the TV remote before using the third-party remote.

For Roku TVs:

  • You’ll need to “Enable CEC Remote Control” on the menu called TV Secret Screen. To get to this menu, go to the home screen, then quickly on the remote press: Home 5 times, rewind, down, fast forward, down, rewind.

Note: When successful, the text will change to “Disable CEC Remote Control.”

For Samsung TVs:

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