How to Program a DVD Master Remote to a TV

When a home theater system is set up, one of the components is a DVD player that includes a remote in order to use the unit. Many of these master remotes can be set up or programmed to work with many types of existing televisions. Programming a DVD remote to work with a television helps to eliminate at least one remote that will no longer need to be used. Most newer DVD players also act as a receiver and have various buttons that can be programmed on the remote.

Things You'll Need

• DVD player owner's manual

Instructions

1. Read through the owner's manual for the DVD player and see if the remote is programmable. If a remote is programmable, it should be able to be programmed to work with a TV.

2. Look at the remote and see if there is a button specifically for TV or a button for an auxiliary device. Refer to the owner's manual for the DVD player to see how to program the button on the remote.

3. Find the section in the owner's manual for programming the remote for the DVD player. There should be a list of televisions that can be used with the remote.

4. Turn on the television before attempting to program the remote. Most programmable remotes require that the television be on to make sure the remote has been programmed.

5. Follow the proper procedure for programming the remote. There can sometimes be multiple steps that need to be done including holding down a button and entering a code.

6. Press the power button on the remote after entering the first code from the owner's manual. If the television turns off, the remote has been programmed correctly. If it does not, use the next code listed in the manual.

Tips & Warnings

• If a master remote gets damaged or buttons no longer work, a replacement or a universal remote may be needed.

• An off-brand television or DVD player may not have codes available for the remote.