This new era of PlayStation is different.
You might be thinking, why am I talking in the air?
What is Sony offering that makes them any different from a gaming console?
At the end of the day, it is still a gaming console!
Yes, I get it.
It is a gaming console, probably the best one out there.
But there is something different Sony is doing in this generation.
Making it your go-to Entertainment box.
Does the PS5 Media Remote take batteries?
Yes, to use a PS5 media remote, you will need two AA batteries.
In fact, two batteries are provided with the remote.
I know many of you already bought a PS5 media remote but having trouble setting up one.
Or you are here simply because you want to know the details about it.
It is your lucky day.
You are in the right place to know all about the PS5 Media Remote.
So keep reading till the end to get your desired solution.
Does PS5 Remote Work on TV?
Yes, it will work on any TV that has the feature HDMI-CEC.
Theyre all the same in terms of how they work.
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Now you might be asking why do you need a media remote?
Media Remote resembles PlayStation 5, but in a smaller, more portable form.
It has a height and width of 5.7 by 1.6 inches and a thickness of 0.8 inches.
There is no way to re-program these things.
Its a PlayStation 5 remote control, and thats precisely what it is.
How to Setup PS5 Media Remote
The process of configuring the remote is really simple.
Dont feel too overwhelmed by the process.
I will simplify it for you.
You cannot just put the batteries in and use them.
Although it should be like that way I guess that is something we will see in the future.
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But you might be thinking about how to pair it with your TV.
PS5 will automatically recognize your TV.
But if it doesnt, follow the steps down below.
you could try different TV brands as well if the PS5 is finding it hard to recognize your TV.
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It is just that you do not know how to configure it and pair it with your PlayStation 5.
It should be working at this point if you have paired it with your PS5.
There is no way it should be out of juice!
Well, it happened to me.
Once I bought an Xbox controller, the battery that came with it had no power.
The whole time I was wondering if I picked a faulty controller.
Then one of my friends told me to change the batteries.
And to my surprise, it worked.
So yes, change the batteries to see if the remote is working or not.
You may ask, How long do PS5 media remote batteries last?
Well, standard AA batteries will last around 12 hours.
Your Bluetooth might be turned off.
If your Bluetooth option is turned off on your PlayStation 5, then your PS5 remote wont work.
Here are the steps to turn on Bluetooth on PS5:
The PlayStation 5 will take a restart.
After the restart Pair, your media remote with the PlayStation 5, and it should work.
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Even after pairing the remote with the PlayStation 5, it might not work for the TV.
I mean your remote will not function properly with your TV.
you might power it on-off and also change the volume on your TV.
But sadly you cant change your TV channels.
Have some time to spare?
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Final Thoughts
A PS5 media remote is a must-have accessory if you dont have a smart TV.
Spending 30$ is worth it for sure if you use your PS5 daily.
Hopefully, you’re free to know all about the media controller by reading this guideline.
And for future queries, do reach out to us.
