The TV should then prompt you to hold down a few buttons on your remote to fully sync it.

Turn on HDMI-CEC and see just how painless your media habits can become.

The BenQ X500i Projector’s remote control, Android TV dongle, and Android TV remote.

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Person holding a Chromecast remote infront of a tv with Google TV open.

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Labelled HDMI inputs on the back of a television.

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A screenshot of a Samsung TV’s HDMI-CEC menu.

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The HDMI Settings menu on the PlayStation 5 with “Enable HDMI Device Link” highlighted.

Apple TV device on a black background.

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Person holding the Amazon Alexa Voice Remote Pro

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