Users' questions

Is a DIRECTV remote universal?

Is a DIRECTV remote universal?

Overview of the Universal remote control The Mode switch at the top of the remote allows you to control different devices. When you select the DIRECTV icon, you control the DIRECTV receiver. To control other devices, like soundbar or audio systems, slide the switch to AV1 or AV2.

How do I connect my DIRECTV remote to my TV?

Standard DVR or SD receiver:

  1. Press MENU on your remote.
  2. Select Parental Favs & Setup.
  3. Select System Setup.
  4. Select Remote or Remote Control.
  5. Select Pair/Program Remote, then select the device you wish to program.
  6. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete programming your remote.

How do I connect my old directv remote to my receiver?

do the following:

  1. dtv.
  2. press and hold MUTE & SELECT, wait for two blinks, release.
  3. enter 0 0 0 0 1. if still doesn’t work, try this:
  4. press and hold MUTE & SELECT, wait for two blinks, release.
  5. enter 9 6 1.
  6. press CH UP.
  7. enter last 6 digits of Receiver ID #(RID), found on a sticker in the access card compartment.
  8. press SELECT.

Are DIRECTV remotes interchangeable?

The DIRECTV “white” remote can be used in IR mode with all DIRECTV receivers made since 2003 and most DIRECTV receivers before that. Unlike previous generations there is no programming difference between RC65 and RC66 series remotes and they are totally interchangeable.

How do I connect my directv remote to my TV?

Program remote for a Standard DVR or SD receiver

  1. Press MENU on your remote.
  2. Select Parental Favs & Setup > System Setup > Remote or Remote Control > Program Remote.
  3. Choose the device (TV, audio, DVD) you wish to program.
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the programming.

Why does my directv Remote not work?

Receiver and remote control reset If the buttons on your remote are not responding, try resetting the receiver and remote control. On most DIRECTV receivers, there is a red button on the side of the receiver or inside the access card door. Press and hold the red button until the receiver restarts.