How to use a paired bluetooth device as Smart Lock trusted device? I am interested in using my Nexus Player (or other bluetooth device) as a Smart Lock trusted device for my phone. My goal was to be able to unlock my device without needing my usual pin while sitting on the couch. It seems like my Nexus Player (which never moves from under my TV) is a good candidate for that.

When I navigate to Settings -> Security -> Smart Lock -> Trusted devices -> Bluetooth, I can see it listed, but not connected:


Trusted devices not connected &nbsp; (Click image to enlarge)

The devices are paired (but not connected):


Paired bluetooth devices &nbsp; (Click image to enlarge)

Is there any way to use these as Smart Lock trusted devices?
I managed to "trick" it into connecting by sending a file from one device to another. Then it becomes available to add as a trusted device. So I think you need to be actively doing something with the intended device in order for it to be "connected"

Your car does this because your car expects to receive data from your phone. Maybe you can use bluetooth to control the device you want to connect to?