Whether you’re playing a game or watching a movie, the one thing that can drastically enhance your experience is a good pair of headphones. Enter the AirPods. With their simplicity, convenience and quality, these wireless earbuds make a great companion for any Apple TV. The good news is that connecting AirPods to your Apple TV is an easy process. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of the steps before delving deeper into the process.
Getting Started
Before connecting your AirPods to your Apple TV, there are a few items you will need to ensure a successful connection. You should have the following at hand:
• Two AirPods
• An Apple TV
• A compatible device (iPhone, iPad, etc.)
• Updated versions of both OS and tvOS
Connecting Your AirPods
Now that you have everything you need at hand, you’re ready to connect your AirPods to your Apple TV. The process is simple, but here’s a brief overview of the steps you will need to take:
Step 1: Unlock and Switch On Bluetooth
The first step is unlocking your compatible device and turning on Bluetooth. To do this, simply:
• Find “Settings” app on your device,
• Scroll down to “Bluetooth” and tap on it,
• Toggle Bluetooth until you get the “On” button.
Step 2: Connect Your AirPods
The second step is to connect your AirPods to your device. Here’s how to do it:
• Take both AirPods out of their case,
• Press and hold the setup button located on the back of the case until the LED light starts flashing,
• Wait for the “AirPods” option to appear on your device,
• Tap the “Connect” option once you see it.
It’s that easy. Your AirPods should now be connected to your device.
Step 3: Connect Your AirPods to Your Apple TV
The third step is to connect your AirPods to your Apple TV. This can be done in a few simple steps:
• Go to the “Settings” menu on your Apple TV,
• Select “Remotes and Devices”,
• Choose “Bluetooth”,
• Look for your AirPods in the list of available devices,
• Select them and your AirPods should be connected.
And that’s it. Your AirPods should now be connected to your Apple TV and ready for use.
Advanced Troubleshooting
If you are having trouble connecting your AirPods to your Apple TV, there are a few additional troubleshooting steps you may want to take. Here are a few recommended solutions:
- Forget Your AirPods
• Go to “Preferences” on your Apple TV,
• Select “Bluetooth”,
• Find your AirPods in the list of paired devices and tap the “i”-shaped icon.
• Tap “Forget This Device”,
• Confirm by tapping “Yes” when prompted.
- Disconnect and Reconnect
• Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case for at least 15 seconds,
• When you see the LED light start flashing quickly, disconnect the AirPods from the device it is currently connected to.
• Reconnect your AirPods to your device,
• Now reconnect your AirPods with your Apple TV using the steps listed above.
- Reset Your AirPods
• Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case for at least 15 seconds,
• When you see the LED light start flashing, disconnect your AirPods.
• Press and hold the setup button again until you see the status light change to amber color,
• Wait until you see the “Connect” option on your device and then connect your AirPods.
That’s about it. With just a few simple steps, you can now connect your AirPods to your Apple TV. Before you know it, you’ll be enjoying your media experience with sound quality and convenience. So go ahead and plug in those AirPods and start streaming!
