Apple remote won't pair to ipad 2

I was able to pair my Apple remote to my iMac, but it doesn't respond at all to the iPad 2. I followed the same directions for both - holding the Menu and right bottom at the same time for 5 seconds. There is no response at all.

The iPad will not respond to the Apple Remote because it does not have a built-in IR receiver. What were your expectations for using the remote with the iPad? I have not seen this listed as a feature.

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Then again, it may not.
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