How do I pair the TRÅDFRI driver with the remote control?
Follow our simple step-by-step guide to pair your TRÅDFRI driver with your remote control and get your smart lighting up and running in no time.
You can easily pair your TRÅDFRI driver with a remote control at home. Follow the steps below to get started.
- Plug the TRÅDFRI driver into an outlet
Start by plugging the TRÅDFRI driver into an outlet using the FÖRNIMMA power supply cord. - Connect the built-in light source
Next, connect the built-in light source into the driver, the light source should now begin to glow with a steady beam. - Open the remote control and locate the pairing button
Remove the magnetic plate on the back of the remote control, and then open the back cover to locate the pairing button. - Hold the remote control close to the driver and press the pairing button
- (TRÅDFRI, RODRET, STYRBAR)
Hold the remote control no more than 5 centimeters away from the driver, and press the pairing button. Hold it down for at least 10 seconds. - (BILSRESA)
Hold the remote control no more than 5 centimeters away from the driver, and quickly press the pairing button 4 times.
- (TRÅDFRI, RODRET, STYRBAR)
- Wait until the pairing is complete
While the remote control is pairing with the driver, the lamp will flash, this means pairing is in progress.
When the lamp stops flashing and remains steady, the pairing is done.
You can now use the remote control to turn your lights on, off, and adjust it.
Need more help? You can find various guides for drivers, remote controls, and other smart products from IKEA on our Smart home support page.
Need more help? You can find various guides for drivers, remote controls, and other smart products from IKEA on our Smart home support page.
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