Key Takeaways
- Install and use the remote app to control your Sharp Smart TV, running on Android, Google TV, Roku, and Aquos Net+ operating systems.
- Alternatively, use IR-based remote apps to control your Sharp TV without using a WiFi network.
The remote app is helpful if the Sharp TV remote stops working for any reason, such as insufficient batteries or being lost somewhere. Sharp TVs run on different operating systems, so the remote app will vary according to the operating systems it runs with. This article lists Sharp TV-compatible remote apps and their procedure for controlling the TV without a remote.
How to Control Sharp Aquos TV Via AQUOS TV REMOTE App
The AQUOS TV REMOTE app allows you to control Sharp TVs with the FQ5E, V1U, FV1X, FL1X, FK1X, EG1X, DL1X, and DK1X series. All you need to do is connect your Sharp TV and the app-installed phone to the same WiFi network.
1. Run the AQUOS TV REMOTE app on your Android device.
2. The app will scan for devices connected to the same WiFi network. Select your Sharp Aquos TV to connect.
3. Now, the app will be switched to a remote interface. With this, you can control the Sharp TV conveniently without depending on a physical remote.
How to Control Sharp Android or Google TV Via Google TV App
1. Turn on your Sharp TV using the physical power button on the TV panel.
2. Install the Google TV app on your iPhone or Android using these links.
3. Then, connect your Sharp TV to WiFi, which must be identical to your smartphone.
4. After that, open the app and sign in to your Google account.
5. Click the Remote or Connect TV icon at the bottom right of the app interface.
6. Now, a list of nearby available devices will be displayed on your smartphone screen. Choose your Sharp Android or Google TV name from the list.
7. Next, a pairing code will appear on your TV screen. Note the code.
8. Input the code on the required field on your smartphone and initiate the pairing process.
9. After a few minutes, the pairing process will be completed. Finally, the remote interface will appear on your smartphone.
10. Use a virtual remote on your iPhone or Android and control your Sharp Android/Google TV.
How to Control Sharp Roku TV Using The Roku App
1. Ensure your Sharp Roku TV is connected to the same WiFi as your smartphone.
2. Launch the built-in store on your smartphone and install The Roku App (Official).
3. Wait for a few minutes to download the app. After that, click Open to run the app and sign in with your Roku account.
4. On the app’s home screen, hit the Devices option at the bottom.
5. Choose your Sharp Roku TV to pair with the app.
6. Now, a remote interface will appear on your smartphone. Tap the Remote option to pair your Sharp Roku TV.
7. Once done, you can use the buttons on the virtual remote to control the functions of your Roku Smart TV.
Alternative Remote Apps to Control Old Sharp TV
Apart from the official remote apps, certain third-party remote apps (WiFi and IR remote apps) are available in the App Store for Android and iOS devices. Simply launch the store and download the app on your smartphone. However, certain apps will work on WiFi, and some apps will work with an IR blaster only. Install any of the apps based on your device and control the Sharp TV with ease.
Remember that some universal remote apps may not work with flat-screen Sharp TVs. If you are ready to invest in a new remote, you can consider buying a universal remote for Sharp TV.
Sharp TV Remote App Not Working – What to Do?
- Ensure your Sharp TV and handheld device are connected to the same WiFi network.
- Update the Sharp smart TV and the app to the most recent version.
- If the remote app works via WiFi, keep your phone in a range with stronger WiFi signals.
- To use IR-based remote apps, check if your mobile phone has an IR blaster. Remember that the remote app can be operated only at a distance of fewer than 30 feet.
- Avoid using remote apps near devices like baby monitors, Bluetooth devices, and microwave ovens. These can cause WiFi interference, so the remote app can’t detect your Sharp TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can use the IR blaster remote app to control the Smart TV without a WiFi network.
Yes. Roku Remote: RoSpikes(WiFi/IR) is the best app for controlling Sharp Roku TV using infrared signals. It is available in the Play Store for Android devices.
Sharp Smart TV Remote is the best unofficial app for operating Sharp Android TV seamlessly. You can download this app for free from the Play Store.