The tips apply to Apple TV models withtvOS9 or up and virtually all Bluetooth headphones.

How you enter pairing mode may differ based on your headphones.

Also, ensure your headphones have a good amount of battery life.

Screenshot of Apple TV Settings app

On the Apple TV, click theSettingsapp.

The Apple TV will search for wireless headphones.

After a few seconds, it will list all the ones it finds.

The Remotes and Devices option in the Settings on Apple TV.

opt for headphones you want to connect to Apple TV.

If your headphones require a PIN for pairing, enter that PIN now.

Why Use Apple TV With Bluetooth Headphones?

Screenshot of Apple TV Remotes and Devices screen

How to Unpair Bluetooth Headphones From Apple TV

Need to unpair your Bluetooth headphones from Apple TV?

It’s pretty simple:

Go toSettings>Remotes and Devices>Bluetooth.

opt for headphones you want to unpair.

Screenshot of Apple TV Bluetooth devices screen

On the confirmation screen, clickUnpair Deviceagain.

Luckily, you don’t have to!

Instead, go to the home screen and press thePlay/Pausebutton on theSiri Remote.

Screenshot of Apple TV Bluetooth devices screen

After a few seconds, a screen pops up that lets you choose the audio output.

Click your wireless headphones, and the Apple TV will send audio to them.

Screenshot of Apple TV Disconnect Bluetooth devices screen

Screenshot of Apple TV Disconnect Bluetooth devices confirmation

Screenshot of Apple TV audio output screen