How To Program Xfinity Remote?
Learn how to set up different functions on your Xfinity remote so that you can operate your TV, cable box, and other home entertainment devices.
There is nothing as disheartening as having an Xfinity remote but it cannot function effectively especially when Operating your television or other appliances. In simple terms, training your Xfinity remote means setting it to work with your television and other equipment such as a DVD player or soundbar. It is important to note that you can easily program your Xfinity remote to control more than one device within a few moments. Below is a program guide that can help you different ways on how to program your Xfinity remote.
As a smart device that controls every aspect of the Xfinity Stream TV experience, it is crucial to get to know your Xfinity remote.
The next thing to do is to get to know your Xfinity remote well enough. Xfinity remotes are available in 3 general formats and these are the rectangular standard, rectangular XR2 and the rounded XR15 remote. They are similar but vary in the options offered, buttons available, and the way they are coded.
Located on the lower back of the remote is the model number to help you identify which one it is. The normal controller is the smallest and least complex and the XR15 and XR2 controllers, offer a little more options.
The XR15 voice remote has voice command options to control the TV and cable box when watching television. The XR2 has more features of smart home control than the previous model, which is expected. Although the programming process for all of these models is the same, the names which are given to buttons can be different.
Prepare Your Devices When planning to program it is important that you ensure that you are in a position to control the devices you want to link such as the TV, DVD, and cable box. Activate them and ensure they are easily accessible during the process of programming.
Programming the Cable Box Your Xfinity remote should be already prepped with the correct pairing for your Xfinity cable box. But if syncing issues arise from a battery change or other reason, you may need to re-pair them by entering the following codes:But if syncing issues arise from a battery change or other reason, you may need to re-pair them by entering the following codes:
1060 – for a Xfinity XiD cable box 1070 – for an Xfinity X1 cable box
To program the cable box:To program the cable box:
- There is always that one show that reminds you of what it is like to be all charged up all the time: Turn on your cable box.
- Now that you are in the Setup menu, press and hold the little button that is under the Power button.
- Using the numbers, type in a code for your cable box.
- Press OK to sync
The remote light should flash twice when the device is ready for pairing to occur.
Programming Your TV
Before your Xfinity remote can change the volume on your TV or turn it on/off, you need to program your Xfinity remote to the specific TV.
- Turn on your TV
- On the Xfinity remote, you need to hold Next button for some time and then press the Setup button.
- Press 9-9-1 (The miniature lamp on the remote should begin blinking)
- Pick up your remote and make your TV point at it, and then press the Channel up/down buttons in turns, slowly.
- Stop when the TV switch off- the code has been accepted
- Press the remote Setup button again /Press the remote Setup button again
Syncing Other Devices
If you have other home entertainment devices such as a DVD player, a sound system or even a gaming console, you will also need to pair your Xfinity remote so that you can be able to control all of them.
The majority of Xfinity remotes will have a list of manufacturer codes that you can input in order to sync the gadgets. Use the code list given alongside your remote and input the corresponding universal code that is assigned to your brand of device.
In general, the process involves:In general, the process involves:
- Turn on the device
- Locate the first button on the Xfinity remote, which is the Setup button, and hold it down.
- In the case of the mobile devices, please input the 4 digit device code.
- Press OK to sync
- Press some of the buttons in the device such as the Volume or the Play button to check whether programming has been successful.
If one code does not function in commanding the device, try other codes contained in the guide for the brand in question. The device should automatically connect to the right code, as it was set to do.
Additional Tips
Here are some extra pointers for getting the most out of your Xfinity remote:Here are some extra pointers for getting the most out of your Xfinity remote:
- When replacing batteries of a remote, ensure that you replace them with the same batteries and do not mix between old and new batteries as this can erase the memory of the remote.
- Always control the signals from the remote towards the devices during programming.
- Maintain at least a 5-6 inch distance with the devices when using the remotes to pair.
- Push the buttons with a lot of pressure and in a rather slow manner.
- In the event that there is a problem that arose in pairing, one has to start the process all over again
This tutorial will help you understand how to easily program your Xfinity remote to control your TV and other gadgets. All you need are the correct codes and a little bit of time and patience to program your remote to control all of the equipment you use for home entertainment. Just ensure that you go through all the instructions associated with each of the devices and before you know it, your Xfinity remote will be working perfectly to all the brands in your setting.
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