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Programming the Remote Control
The remote control is set at the factory to control all of the satellite receiver functions, but to use it to operate your TV, VCR and auxiliary components as well, you must "program" it for the brand you own. Follow these instructions to program the remote to control your TV, VCR and auxiliary (AUX) components.
1.Turn on the connected component for programming.
2.Use the table that appears later in this section to find the brand of TV, VCR or auxiliary component.
3.After the manufacturer’s brand name is a
4.Press and hold the TV, VCR or AUX key on the remote control for at least three seconds or until the light on your remote flashes.
5.If you are programming the TV or VCR key, continue with step 6. If you are programming the AUX key, first press the SAT, TV or VCR mode key to specify the type of device to be controlled before proceeding with step 6.
6.When the light flashes, key in the first of the
7.If the remote control "accepts" the code, you will see several rapid flashes of the light. If it does not flash, repeat steps 4, 5 and 6. After the remote control accepts the code, press the POWER key on the remote control to make sure the remote control is able to turn your component off. This means it is functioning properly.
8.If your component does not respond to the remote control POWER key, even though it has "accepted" the manufacturer’s code, repeat steps 4, 5, and 6 using the second
NOTE: Some cable box brands are also programmable using these instructions. Check the table that appears later in this section for applicable cable box brands and codes. You will press the TV key to program your cable box. Your remote can only accept a TV or cable box code for this programming step.
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