Archived - Apple TV: IR interference can prevent your remote from working

Products Affected

Apple TV

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Most televisions and stereos use infrared remote (IR) controls. Using several infrared remotes at the same time can scramble IR communications and prevent your Apple TV from receiving IR commands from your remote. Use remotes individually to prevent interference.

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