Syncing Apple remote to Apple TV only
Just got an Apple TV (love it) and notice that the remote is synced with the apple tv and my computer. I wanted to know how I could get the apple remote that came with the tv to only work with the apple tv and not my macbook. Thanks
The remote is actually what is described as unpaires not paired to both.
Oy of the box the remotes will operate any device that has a similar remote unless that device has been 'paired' with a specific remote.
If you never us the remote with the Macbook just go to Preferences>Security>Disable remote control infrared receiver.
To pair a remote with AppleTV:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1555
With a computer(IR receiver on of course):
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1619
AC
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2418471252,
2513136725,
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