Toshiba TV Remote Controls

The Ultimate Guide to Toshiba TV Remote Controls: Fire TV, Google TV, and More

Finding the right remote for your Toshiba TV is directly linked to its smart TV platform, which has changed over time. Today, most Toshiba TVs are licensed products, primarily using Amazon Fire TV or Google TV. This guide simplifies the types of remotes, their compatibility, and how to find the correct replacement.

Toshiba TV Remote Types: What’s the Difference?

Your Toshiba remote's features are determined by the operating system your TV uses.

1. Standard Infrared (IR) Remote
The basic remote for essential control.

• Connection: Infrared (IR). Requires a direct line of sight to the TV's sensor.

• Key Features: Power, volume, channel controls, input selection, navigation buttons, and basic menu controls. May include shortcut keys for apps.

• Compatibility: Works with a wide range of Toshiba TVs for basic functions. Often used on older or budget models.

• Best For: Simple, low-cost replacement for core functions.

2. Amazon Fire TV Voice Remote
The premium remote for Toshiba Fire TV Edition sets.

• Connection: Bluetooth for voice search and navigation, and IR for power and volume control.

• Key Features: Built-in microphone for Alexa voice control, dedicated buttons for Prime Video, Netflix, and Disney+, navigation ring, and TV power/volume controls.

• Compatibility: Designed specifically for Toshiba TVs running the Fire TV operating system.

• Best For: Unlocking the full hands-free Fire TV experience on compatible models.

3. Google TV Voice Remote
The standard remote for Toshiba TVs running the Google TV platform.

• Connection: Bluetooth.

• Key Features: Google Assistant voice button, a dedicated YouTube button, and quick access to Google's content feed.

• Compatibility: Exclusively for Toshiba TVs running Google TV.

• Best For: Users who prefer the Google ecosystem and its personalized recommendations.

Toshiba Fire TV Remote Compatibility & Model Guide

For the vast majority of modern Toshiba TVs, the remote is the standard Amazon Fire TV Voice Remote. Compatibility is excellent within the Fire TV ecosystem.

Latest Fire TV Voice Remote (Models: Model S2L / Model S4L / 3rd Gen)

• Features: These are the current Amazon remotes. They include channel guide buttons, Alexa voice control, shortcut keys, and sometimes a dedicated power button for your TV.

• Compatible TVs: All Toshiba Fire TV Edition models (typically from 2018 onwards). This includes most M5, C3, V5, and Z series models (e.g., 55M550KU, 65C350KU).

Older Fire TV Voice Remote (Models: 1st Gen, 2nd Gen)

• Features: Earlier versions of the Alexa Voice Remote. They may lack the channel guide buttons or have a slightly different layout but offer core voice and app controls.

• Compatible TVs: Earlier Toshiba Fire TV Edition models (e.g., L series from 2018). Crucially, newer Fire TV remotes are often backward compatible with older Fire TV Edition sets.

Toshiba Google TV Remote Compatibility

Some newer Toshiba TVs have switched to using the Google TV platform.

• Remote Model: Typically a Google TV voice remote (similar to the TCL/Hisense Google TV remotes).

• Features: Google Assistant button, YouTube button, Netflix button.

• Compatible TVs: Toshiba TVs running Google TV, such as certain 2022/2023 models.

Universal & Standard IR Remote Compatibility

Universal remotes are a great, inexpensive option for basic control of almost any Toshiba TV. Brands like GE, RCA, and ONN offer remotes that can be programmed with a Toshiba code. These are ideal if you've lost the original and only need power, volume, and input control.

4 Essential Tips Before Buying a Replacement Toshiba Remote

1. Identify Your TV's Platform First: This is the most critical step. Is it a Fire TV or a Google TV? You can tell by the home screen. A Fire TV home screen looks different from a Google TV home screen. You cannot use a Fire TV remote on a Google TV, or vice versa.

2. Find Your TV's Full Model Number: Locate the white sticker on the back of the TV. The full model number (e.g., 55M550KU) is your key to finding a compatible remote.

3. Fire TV Remotes Are Highly Interchangeable: A major advantage of Fire TV Edition Toshiba TVs is that Amazon's Fire TV Remotes are broadly compatible. You can often use a newer Model S2L remote on an older 2018 Fire TV Edition Toshiba, and it will work perfectly after pairing.

4. Pairing a New Voice Remote: For both Fire TV and Google TV voice remotes, you will need to pair the Bluetooth remote with your TV.

   • Fire TV: Go to Settings > Equipment Control > Manage Equipment > Fire TV Remotes > Add New Remote.

   • Google TV: The process is found in the Settings menu under "Remotes & Accessories."