How to Setup and Use Sharp TV Remote App
The need for a physical remote to control your TV functions is gradually decreasing, as several apps are out there to control your TV using your smartphone. Such mobile apps can help you control the volume, switch channels, and even download apps on your Smart TV. Unfortunately, there is no official remote app by Sharp. Instead, you can use the third-party Sharp Smart TV Remote app available for free download in the market.
Android TV Remote App
This remote app is compatible with the Sharp TVs that work on the Android OS. You can use the Android TV Remote app to control your Sharp Smart TV using your smartphone. The app is available under the name Android TV Remote Service in Play Store and Android TV in App Store. However, this app is compatible with most smart TV brands that work on the Android OS, including Hisense TV, TCL TV, Toshiba TV, Element TV, and more.
[1]. Ensure that your smartphone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
[2]. Now, go to the Menu option on the Home screen of your TV.
[3]. Select Settings followed by the Other Settings option.
[4]. Check whether Virtual Remote is on. If not, enable it.
[5]. Now, open the Android TV Remote app on your respective device.
[6]. Click on the Accept & Continue to agree to the Terms & Conditions, and proceed further by clicking on the Allow option.
[7]. The app will look for your Sharp Smart TV. You can select it from the list of available devices.
[8]. Enter the PIN that appears on the Smart TV into the remote app to pair the devices.
[9]. Finally, you will be able to control the TV using your smartphone.
Roku TV Remote Control App
The Roku remote control app works with the smart TVs that work on Roku OS. Similar to other smart TV with Roku OS, we can control the Sharp Roku TV using the Roku-Official Remote Control app available for Android and iOS devices. The remote control present in the app is much similar to the conventional Roku remote given along with the TV. It allows you to use a virtual keyboard, voice control, and cast your phone contents to TV.
[1]. Download the app on your mobile device from the respective store based on your smartphone OS.
[2]. Ensure that the TV and mobile are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
[3]. Launch the app, and set it up by following the on-screen instructions.
[4]. Now, tap on the Devices option present at the bottom right corner.
[5]. From the list of available devices, select your Sharp Smart TV and tap on the Remote icon present below the device name.
[6]. Finally, you can use the app to control your Sharp Roku TV.
Alternative Remote Control App for Sharp Smart TV
Apart from the apps mentioned above, several third-party applications are available in the native stores of smartphones. However, all these apps have their modes to operate; some work on Wi-Fi and others use IR blasters. So, depending on the TV model and other features, we can choose the suitable app that works better.
Remote Control for Sharp TV App
You can utilize the Remote Control for Sharp TV app that is available in the Play Store. Using this app, you can control your Sharp Smart TV, LEDs, and so on. Fortunately, You can find all the compatible Sharp TV Remotes in one app. Unfortunately, this app is available only for Android devices. Similar to the other remote app, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network. It allows us to perform all the functions we could use on a conventional remote.
Sharp TV Universal Remote App
The Universal TV Remote Control app supports 100+ brands like Onn, Sony, Fire, Samsung, LG, Roku, Vizio, Sharp, Philips, Sanyo, and so on. You can download the Universal TV Remote Control app from the Play Store for your Android smartphone and Apple App Store for iPhone or iPad. This application is compatible with smartphones working on both Wi-Fi and IR blasters. If you use the Wi-Fi connection, make sure to connect the Smart TV to the same network.
Sharp Smart TV Remote Control App
All functions available on your conventional remote are present in this app, and Wi-Fi is also enabled to cast to Android Smart TV Casting. But, the smartphone must have an inbuilt IR blaster feature to control the TV using the Sharp TV Remote Control app. This application is available on Play Store and is feasible only for Android devices. Ensure that the smartphone is in line with the Smart TV receiver to control the device.
Alternative IR Blaster for Smartphones
You can control your IR TVs using Infrared blasters. However, to do that, you need a smartphone with an in-built IR sensor. Moreover, we can purchase some external devices that help us bridge the gap between the Smart TV and the smartphones with IR sensors.
- BroadLink RM4 Mini IR – This device is available on Amazon and can be used to control most smart devices and electronics.
- R09 iOS Lightning Mini Smartphone IR Remote – It is an adapter that can convert our normal smartphone into a device that can support IR features. It is available on the Amazon website.
- Fosa Mini Smart IR Remote – It is a compact IR sensor that is compatible with Android devices and can be purchased from Amazon.
FAQ
To control Sharp’s Aquos series, you need to have a phone with a built-in IR blaster. If your device does not have the sensor by default, you can purchase the adapters. Or, instead, use other remote apps that work on Wi-Fi.
If there isn’t a Wi-Fi option, then the only option is to depend on apps that work with the IR blasters. Most of the Old TVs would fall under this category.
