The remote uses IR not Bluetooth.
If it’s not your first time using iTunes Remote: Tap Settings, then tap “Add a media library.” A 4-digit code appears. In the Apple TV app on your Mac, click the Remote button under Devices in the sidebar, then type the 4-digit code. The Apple TV app pairs the library on your computer with the iTunes Remote. The Apple TV remote works well enough but many people detest having multiple remote controls and prefer to control their entire media center experience from a single input. If you’re one of those people you’re in luck. Your Apple TV there can learn to accept input from your TV, receiver, cable box or other remote control. Throw away your extra remotes in favor of the Logitech Harmony 665 remote control. This functional remote works with a range of devices, from basic cable to Apple TV, and can combine up to 10 remotes in one versatile unit. This Logitech Harmony 665 remote control offers one-button setup for easy incorporation with your entertainment system. Apple TV Remote is a great companion to Apple TV, delivering the best of the Siri Remote. With Apple TV Remote, you’ll never need to put down your iPhone or iPad to enjoy Apple TV. Control Apple TV with a swipe of your finger or use the keyboard to quickly enter text. And you can use the app along with the Siri Remote. If you have an Apple Remote, you can use it to control certain features on some Mac computers, iOS devices, or Apple TV. For example, from a distance you can play music from Apple Music on your Mac or navigate through Keynote presentations, play music from your iPod (using the Apple Universal Dock), or remotely control your Apple TV.
Control Apple Tv From Pc
Older Macs used to come with an Apple remote for various uses but these days it's an optional extra.
Pairing is not intuitive - the remote just sends a signal with some kind of code to identify that particular remote.
When you pair a remote it makes AppleTV or Mac only respond to commands from the remote with a certain code.
By default AppleTVs and Macs are not apired so work with any remote - even if that remote is paired with another device as the rewmote has no role in pairing apart from providing a code to identify it specifically.
Try:
Use the Security pane in System Preferences to turn the infrared ('IR') reception on your Mac off (or back on). To do this:
- Choose System Preferences from the Apple () menu in the upper-left menu bar.
- Choose Security from the View menu.
- Click the lock and enter your Administrator password if necessary.
- In OS X Lion v10.7 or later, click the 'Advanced' button in the lower-right corner.
- Enable the 'Disable remote control infrared receiver' checkbox.
- In OS X Lion v10.7 or later, click the OK button.
from http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1619
Jun 15, 2013 3:32 PM
Apple TV App User Guide
If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you can use the iTunes Remote app to control your media library on your Mac. iTunes Remote is available as a free download from the App Store.
Pair iTunes Remote with your media library
Before you can use the iTunes Remote app, you need to pair it with the media library (or libraries) you want to control. Your device and your computer must be on the same wireless network and signed in with the same Apple ID.
On your iOS or iPadOS device, open the Remote app.
Do one of the following:
If it’s your first time using iTunes Remote: Tap Connect Manually.
If it’s not your first time using iTunes Remote: Tap Settings, then tap “Add a media library.”
A 4-digit code appears.
In the Apple TV app on your Mac, click the Remote button under Devices in the sidebar, then type the 4-digit code.
The Apple TV app pairs the library on your computer with the iTunes Remote app on your device.
Pair iTunes Remote with your Home Sharing network
Remote For Apple Tv Controls My Macbook
If you have Home Sharing turned on, you can set the iTunes Remote app to pair automatically with any of the media libraries on your Home Sharing network.
On your iOS or iPadOS device, open the Remote app.
Do one of the following:
If it’s your first time using iTunes Remote: Tap Use Home Sharing.
If it’s not your first time using iTunes Remote: Tap Settings, then tap to turn Home Sharing on.
Sign in using your Apple ID and password.
Tap the media library you want to control.
