To reprogram a remote for DirecTV, follow these steps based on the type of remote you have (standard or Genie remote). The general process for pairing or reprogramming should work for most DirecTV remote models.
1. For Genie Remote (RC7x, RC73, RC75)
– Step 1: Turn on your TV and DirecTV box (Receiver).
– Step 2: Press and hold the “Mute” and “Enter” buttons on the remote at the same time until the red light at the top of the remote blinks twice and then stays on.
– Step 3: Enter the 5-digit code for your TV brand. You can find these codes in the DirecTV manual or online at DirecTV’s support site. The remote will blink twice again if the code is accepted.
– Step 4: Test the remote by pressing the “Power” button to turn off the TV. If it works, your remote is successfully programmed. If it doesn’t, repeat the steps with the next code for your TV brand.
2. For Standard DirecTV Remote (RC65, RC66, RC71)
– Step 1: Turn on your TV and your DirecTV receiver.
– Step 2: On the remote, press and hold the “Mute” and “Select” buttons together until the red light at the top blinks twice and then stays on.
– Step 3: Enter the 5-digit code for your TV brand. The red light will blink twice and turn off once a valid code is entered.
– Step 4: Test the remote by pressing the “Power” button to see if the TV turns off. If it doesn’t work, repeat the process using another code for your TV brand.
3. Using the Automatic Code Search (if you don’t know the code)
– Step 1: Turn on your TV and DirecTV receiver.
– Step 2: On the remote, press and hold the “Mute” and “Select” buttons until the red light stays on.
– Step 3: Release the buttons and press and release the “Enter” button. The remote will begin searching for the right code.
– Step 4: Wait for the TV to turn off. This may take a few minutes, but the remote will automatically cycle through all available codes. Once it turns off the TV, press the “Enter” button to save the code.
4. If You Have Trouble
– Ensure the remote is pointed directly at the TV when programming.
– Check for interference from other electronics in the room.
– If you still can’t get the remote to work, you can try reprogramming the remote with a different method, like resetting it to factory settings and repeating the process.
By following these steps, your DirecTV remote should be reprogrammed successfully to control your TV.
