How To Program Xfinity Remote To Cable Box?
It’s now time to know how to program an Xfinity remote to your cable box in a simple way.
It is helpful to know how to program your Xfinity remote to work as a cable box due to the time that it may save. It’s easy to programme your Xfinity TV Packages to operate your cable box functions such as, changing the channel, clicking on the guide, fast forward/re-wind your recorded programs and many more. This guide will guide you through the process and provide helpful hints as you go.
What You Need
- Xfinity remote
- Cable box
- CR2032 battery if rejuvenating a dead battery in the remote
Step 1 – As soon as you sit down, turn on the cable box. First, you must make sure that the cable box is on and in working order to be able to establish a connection. This means that the remote cannot be synchronized to the box in case the box is switched off. You should have the ability to see lights, texts, or a glowing power symbol on the front to know it is getting power.
Step 2: In most of the models, there’s normally a button on the device which helps engage the remote programming mode. After that, find out which button on the Xfinity remote will put the remote into the programming mode. It depends on your specific remote model:It depends on your specific remote model:
- XR2/XR5 – Fast forward and Rewind/XFINITY and OK buttons together
- XR11 – Press Cable button and a circle button in the middle of the pad.
- XR15: To do the next step press the two buttons ‘A’ and the ‘OK’ button at the same time.
- XR16 – Press cable button and ‘OK’ button at the same time
On some initially you need to press the ‘Setup’ button till the light of the remote starts blinking two times. Always use the manual as your guide if you are not certain of any action that you are taking.
Step 3 – Enter the Remote into the Programming Mode After identifying the right buttons, ensure you press all of them at the same time and keep holding them until the green light at the top of the remote flashes two times. This means that the function button on the remote is set to Programming Mode.
Step 4 – Insert the cable box code. Next up you have to input the three or four digit code for your cable box that corresponds to the model of your remote. You should look up the guide in the instructions that come with the cable box or search for it online, as there are hundreds of such codes for different cable box models.
After getting the code, you have to enter numbers on the remote keypad of the door lock. The light will flash two times for every number if the steps are done correctly.
Step 5 - Test Cable Box Functions While testing cable box functions are not explicitly outlined in the book, the following steps are recommended to ensure that everything is working as it should: After entering the code for the cable box, hold the remote so that it is aimed at the cable box and then pressing the power button. If the cable box responds and turns off/on, then the code is complete and your working with the correct remote.
If not, return to the third and fourth steps to reprogram and enter the code once more. Not only can you try many published codes for your box model but only one of them will work.
Advanced Programming Tips
Here are some additional tips for programming difficulties:Here are some additional tips for programming difficulties:
- Recycle old exhausted batteries - This is because batteries with low power may be unable to sync with the device.
- Please attempt to relocate the remote toward the vicinity of the box to attempt to program it again.
- Used the press volume or channel buttons at the end of code entry to confirm.
- If the listed code does not work then one can opt for manual code search function
- This may require the user to press Enter after inputting code especially if the box is older than the recommended versions.
When the Xfinity remote consistently works for managing the necessities of the basic cable box such as power, volume, channels, and the guide, the Xfinity is fully programmed, and it is now ready for use. Take pleasure in the more exotic aspects of your remote by using its new voice activated commands, Smart Resume for recorded programs, and so on.
Troubleshooting Guide
If you continue having issues getting the remote to program correctly, follow this troubleshooting checklist:If you continue having issues getting the remote to program correctly, follow this troubleshooting checklist:
- Ensure that the remote has new batteries and is in the active state
- Check that the cable box and other related equipment are switched on and properly connected to the television.
- Make sure to verify the device code and redo programming mode if necessary
- The remotes should be aimed directly at the cable box within the range of 1 to 2 feet distance.
- Physically check that cables going to the cable box are properly connected
- Try out different remote code numbers published for your box
- Remote wipe and then reestablish the connection from the factory
- If difficulties still remain, reach the Xfinity customer support.
The steps are given in such a way that you do not need any guess work and if you follow it properly, you will be able to pair your Xfinity remote to your cable box by programming it to the correct device codes. Be particularly vigilant when entering digits to ensure that they key in correctly, use the functions often to check on them, and follow the troubleshooting tips above to rectify the issues. Then, sit back and enjoy flipping through channels without interruptions!