How do you program a RCA Universal Remote without codes?
Do you have a lot of remote controls for your TV, DVD player, and other devices? It can be challenging to keep track of all of them. But an RCA universal remote can make things a lot easier. With just one RCA remote, you can control up to eight devices!
But before using your RCA remote, you must program it to work with your devices. Don’t worry, it’s not too hard. Follow these simple steps, and your remote will be set up quickly.
What you Need:
First, let’s make sure you have everything you need.
Your new RCA remote control
Check the manual to determine the type of fresh batteries needed.
This guide has easy instructions.
Some patience!
Now that we have everything ready let’s begin.
Programming your Remote for Your TV:
Method 1: Without a Code
- Turn on your TV.
- Point the remote at the TV, and press the “TV” button.
- While still holding the “TV” button, press the “On/Off” button simultaneously until the light on the remote turns on.
- Now press and hold the “Play” button (or “Slow” button on some remotes) for 5 seconds until your TV turns off.
If you turned off your TV, it worked! Skip to step 6.
If your TV didn’t turn off, go to the next step.
- Press the “Play/Slow” button every 5 seconds until your TV turns off.
- After turning off your TV, program your remote. Please test it out to make sure everything works.
If this method doesn’t work, don’t give up! Just try again, making sure you follow each step carefully.
Method 2: With a Code
- The code for your TV brand is in the code list that came with your remote or can be found online.
- Turn on your TV.
- Press and hold your remote’s “Code Search” button until the light turns on.
- While still holding “Code Search,” press the “TV” button on the remote.
- Enter the code for your TV that you discovered in step 1.
- Test your remote to see if it’s working with your TV.
Programming Your Remote for Other Devices:
Want to use your RCA remote for your DVD player, streaming device, or other electronics? No problem! Just follow these steps:
- Turn on the remote to control the device you want to control.
- Press and hold the button for that device on the remote (like “DVD” or “Stream”) until the light blinks and then stays on.
- Press and hold both the device and the “Power” buttons simultaneously until the light turns off and back on. This usually takes about 5 seconds.
- Let go of both buttons. The “Power” light should stay on. If it doesn’t, repeat steps 2-4.
- Now, scan for the correct code using the “Power” button on the remote. Keep pressing it every 5 seconds until your device turns off.
- Once your device turns off, press “Stop” to save the code.
- Test your remote to make sure all the buttons are working. If not, try the process again.
Remember, patience is vital. Sometimes, it takes a few tries to get it right.
RCA Remote Codes:
We’ve got you covered if you need the codes for your specific devices. Here are some standard codes for popular brands:
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TV Codes
LG: 2731, 2358, 3397, 0178, 0017, 1423, 1447
Samsung: 2051, 3993, 0178, 0702, 0650, and 0030
Hisense: 3519, 2183, 4398, 3382, 4029, 1314
Sony: 0810, 1300, 1317, 1685
Vizio: 1758, 3758, 2707, 2757, 0864, 1756
TCL Roku TV (44211, 61514)
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DVD Codes
Panasonic: 1641, 3641, 0490, 0503
Sony: 1516, 1633, 0533, 0864, and 1070
Toshiba: 0503, 2277, 3157, 2705
RCAs: 0522, 2587, 2213, 2532, and 3464
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Cable Codes
Comcast: 1982, 1376, 1877, 3560, 2187
Spectrum/Charter: 1376, 1877, 2187, 3560
Cox: 1877, 1376, 3774, 4315
Dish Network: 0775
DirecTV: 1377, 1442
If you don’t see your brand, check the manual that came with your remote or look up the code online.
Types of RCA Universal Remotes:
RCA offers several different universal remotes. Here are some of the most common ones:
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2 and 3 device remotes
- RCR313BE
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RCR3273E
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RCR503BE
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RCRH02BE
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RCRN03BE
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4 and 5 device remotesĀ
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RCR414BHE
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RCR504BE
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RCRBB04GBE
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RCRBB05BHE
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6 and 8 device remotes
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RCR6473E
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RCRN06GBE
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RCRPST06GBE
No matter your model, the steps for programming it are pretty much the same.
Conclusion:
See, that wasn’t so bad! Now that you know how to program your RCA universal remote for your TV and other devices, you can stop searching for the correct remote through drawers.
If you have trouble, take your time and carefully follow the steps. If you need help, you can always find more information online or in your remote’s manual.
With your RCA remote all set up, you’re ready to sit back, relax, and enjoy your favorite shows and movies. Happy watching!