Hello everyone, I'm here to ask if someone could please attempt to pair their Chromecast with Google TV remote to a smart Android TV (preferably a TCL model, since that's what I have)? I'm contemplating purchasing a 'replacement' CCWGTV remote from Google so I can replace the cheap plastic one included with my TV, but I'm not sure if it would work. The main reason I'm unsure is because of the IR functionality on the remote, if it is required to use the volume, input, and power buttons, or if it can be programmed without buying the whole set with the dongle.

Thank you, and if anyone can help it would be much appreciated.