You will have to reset the DirecTV remote if you have purchased a new TV and would want to control it using it. The extended remote can generate the infrared signals needed for a new television using reprogramming. Fortunately, reprogramming a DirecTV remote follows a few simple procedures. You should abide by these most crucial rules:
Check If Your DirecTV Remote is Capable of Controlling Your New TV
Before entering the reprogramming procedure, be sure your DirecTV remote can program the new TV brand. Programming and operation of the most well-known brands such as Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio, and others is possible using original DirecTV remotes. At the rear of the remote will be a list of TV brands suitable for the gadget. Should the new TV brand appear on the list, you should be able to reprogram your remote.
Put Your New TV in the Correct Mode to Receive Signals
For your remote to work with a new TV, the latter needs to be set up to accept signals from third-party remotes. You must consult the TV manual on how to enable this mode. Some of such names associated with this setting are “HDMI-CEC”, "Anynet+", "Simplink”, etc. Ensure that your television has this on before attempting to reprogram it.
Gather Your TV Original Remote and DirecTV Remote
Now that you know how to reprogram a DirecTV remote for a new TV, you will require the original remote for the new TV and a DirecTV remote. Ensure that both of them have new batteries and are charged fully. You will be using the original TV remote to assist the DirecTV remote in learning the correct signal codes.
Access the DirecTV Remote’s Programming Mode
The first process in actually reprogramming the remote is getting into the special programming mode of the remote. To do this:
1. It is a new TV, so power it on.
2. While using the DirecTV remote, press the MUTE button and the ENTER button at the same time and hold it for 3 seconds. The red light indicator on your remote will flash rapidly to let you know that you have entered programming mode.
Find the Correct Programming Code Set
Finally, it is possible to look for the right code set for the new TV brand that you want to purchase. While in programming mode:
1. Press the CH UP/DOWN arrow buttons to adjust the codes up and down, until desired code set is displayed.
2. For each code set number you select, point your remote towards the TV and then press the POWER button.
3. When the right code set for your TV brand is achieved the red indicator will start blinking rapidly. At this stage, your television should switch off and this is an indication that the remote control can work on it.
Tip: Begin by pressing the nine, nine, and one digit, which is the auto-detection code that works for all TV brands. If that doesn’t work, enter other codes slowly.
Try All Functions to Ensure Full Control
Once you have identified the correct code set, it is then important to ensure that you have full control of all the functions of your new television. While still in programming mode: While still in programming mode:
1. Press POWER again – the TV should come back on, proving that the remote works with this function.
2. VOLUME, CHANNEL, and NUMBER buttons can be used to change settings on the TV without the remote control successfully.
In programming mode, all primary buttons should now be able to handle the basic functions of your new TV.
Exit Programming Mode
Once full control of your new TV is established, you simply need to exit DirecTV's programming mode to complete the reprogramming process: Once full control of your new TV is established, you simply need to exit DirecTV's programming mode to complete the reprogramming process:
1. Press the MUTE and ENTER buttons together one more time and hold them down for three seconds.
2. The red indicator light will cease to blink continuously. You are now returned to normal tv control mode from programming mode.
You have now successfully reprogrammed the DirecTV remote for use with your new television. It can successfully be attempted to watch different channels, control the volume, and gain access to different settings to start enjoying the new TV!
Troubleshooting Guide
If there are buttons that do not function on your new TV after exiting the programming mode, repeat the programming mode. Go to another code set and run all of the functions. Not all the code sets are ideal for all brands and models and thus getting the most suitable match may require trial and error.
When conducting tests on the code sets, ensure that you are slow and systematic. Remember to press the POWER button each time after typing in a new one. Also, do not forget that to enter the programming mode and then exit it you need to press MUTE and ENTER at the same time within three seconds.
Adherence to these guidelines will make it possible to program your DirecTV remote to control your new television correctly. Soon enough, you’ll be munching on the comforts of your upgraded seat.
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