Siri Remote Gen2 NOT usable with Xcode 9 on macOS 10.12.6/10.13 GM

Originator:iospiritongt
Number:rdar://34593269 Date Originated:Sep 22, 2017
Status:Open Resolved:
Product:tvOS SDK Product Version:9.0 GM
Classification:Serious Reproducible:Always
 
Summary:
The new Siri Remote ("Gen2") can be paired with the Mac, but is not recognized by or usable with the tvOS Simulator in Xcode 9.0 (GM).

Steps to Reproduce:
1) Open System Preferences > Bluetooth
2) Press and hold the Menu and Volume Up buttons on the Siri Remote Gen2
3) Click on "Pair" next to the Siri Remote Gen2 in System Preferences
4) Open Xcode 9 GM's Apple TV Simulator
5) Use the Siri Remote Gen2

Expected Results:
The Siri Remote Gen2 controls the tvOS Simulator's interface.

Actual Results:
Nothing happens.

Version/Build:
Xcode Version 9.0 (9A235)

Configuration:
Same on macOS 10.12.6 (16G29) and macOS 10.13 GM.

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