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In most cases, the keys on 

this remote perform the same 

functions as the keys on your 

original remotes once you’ve 

programmed this remote to 

operate your components. 

Many keys on this remote 

have other functions as well.

Illuminated POWER key 

serves as an indicator light to 

provide feedback.

Device keys (TV, 

SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX) put the remote in 

the right mode to control your 

device.

GUIDE and MENU put the 

remote in menu/guide mode; 

they also access the same 

features as the keys on your 

original remotes.

EXIT exits remote 

programming; it also 

performs the same functions 

as on your original remotes.

Arrow keys act as navigation 

keys in device guides and 

menu systems.

The INPUT•DIGITAL and 

— (dash) key has three 

functions: (1) it toggles 

through all the video sources 

connected to your TV; (2) 

when the remote is in VCR 

mode, this button toggles 

between VCR and the TV 

input; (3) when you’re 

entering digital channel 

numbers directly, this button 

lets you separate the main 

channel number from the 

sub-channel number (such 

as 59.1).

Red, green, yellow, and 

blue keys access additional 

features on your cable box, 

satellite receiver, or Blu-ray 

disc player (see your device 

manual for details).

Backlight key ( ) turns 

backlighting on/off.

Your universal remote control saves battery power by 

automatically turning off if any key is pressed for more than 

60 seconds. This saves your battery life should your remote 

get stuck in a place where the keys remain depressed, such as 

between sofa cushions.

•  Keep the remote dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
•  Use and store the remote only in normal temperature environments.
•  Handle the remote gently and carefully. Don’t drop it.
•  Keep the remote away from dust and dirt.
•  Wipe the remote with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
•  Modifying or tampering with the remote’s internal devices can cause 

malfunction and invalidate its warranty.

Your universal remote requires two AAA alkaline batteries (not 

included). 

  Remove the battery 

compartment cover.

 Insert the batteries, matching 

the batteries to the (+) and 

(–) marks inside the battery 

compartment.

 Push the battery cover back into 

place.

To use this universal remote with your home entertainment 

system, first you need to program it to control your devices. 

There are four ways you can program the universal remote to 

operate your devices: 

• 

The Auto Code Search goes automatically through all the 

codes for the device you’re trying to control. It’s the easiest 

method, but it can sometimes take longer than some of the 

other programming methods. 

•   The Brand Code Search searches through the codes for 

select brands of devices. It’s not as easy as the auto code 

search, but it can be faster.

•   The Direct Code Entry lets you enter a code from the 

accompanying code list for your brand of device. It’s not as 

easy as the other methods, but it’s potentially the fastest 

method.

•   The Manual Code Search lets you manually go through 

all the codes for the device you’re trying to control.

Try a variety of the device’s functions with the remote. If 

some device features don’t work, go to the next step to try 

a different code.

  Repeat the Auto Code Search Method from the beginning. 

When your device turns off, do not stop searching. 

Instead, with the unit now off, continue to press the PLAY 

key every 5 seconds until the unit turns back on. 

3.   Once the unit turns back on, press the REVERSE key on the 

remote every 2 seconds until your device turns off again. 

When your device turns off again, press the STOP key. 

4.   Test the key’s functionality again by attempting to control 

a variety of the device’s functions. If the code that has 

been stored controls the majority of the device’s functions, 

programming is complete. If the code stored does not give 

maximum functionality, try another code.

The Auto Code Search goes automatically through all the 

codes for the device you’re trying to control. When you find 

the one that operates your device, you can stop the search and 

store that code. 

Changing a Key’s Device Type section. 

  Manually turn on the device you 

want to control. 

  Press and hold the device key you want to program. The 

POWER key illuminates. 

 

While you’re holding down the device key, use your other 

hand to press and hold the remote’s POWER key at the 

same time. The POWER key turns off.

  Wait until the POWER key comes 

on and stays on. Then release 

both keys.

  Point the remote directly at the 

front panel of the device you 

want to control. Press PLAY on 

the remote and wait 5 seconds. 

The remote is testing a batch of 

10 codes on your device.

YES: Go to step 5.

NO: Press PLAY again. The remote tests the next batch of 

10 codes. 

 

Keep pressing PLAY every 5 seconds until your device turns 

off. 

When your device turns off, press 

the REVERSE key on the remote 

and wait at least 2 seconds. 

The remote tries the last of the 

previous ten codes. 

 

YES: Press the STOP key. You’re 

done! You’ve programmed this 

device key.

NO: Press REVERSE again. The remote tests the next 

code in the batch. 

 

Keep pressing REVERSE every 2 seconds until your device 

turns back on. When it does, press STOP.

Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality
1.   Try a variety of the device’s functions with the remote. If 

some device features don’t work, go to the next step to try 

a different code.

2.   Repeat the Brand Code Search from the beginning. When 

the device turns off for the first time, don’t press the STOP 

key, which would store the same code. Instead, with the 

unit now off, continue to press the POWER key repeatedly 

until the unit turns back on.

3.   Once the unit turns back on, you have found another code 

that operates the device. Press the STOP key.

4.   Test the key’s functionality again by attempting to control 

a variety of the device’s functions. If the code that has 

been stored controls the majority of the device’s functions, 

programming is complete. If the code stored does not give 

maximum functionality, try another code.

The Brand Code Search goes through only the codes for one of 

the select brands listed in the accompanying code list. If your 

brand of device is listed, this search can be very quick and easy. 

device key for a different type of device, see the Changing a 

Key’s Device Type section. 

  Manually turn on the device you 

want to control. 

  Press and hold the device key you want to program. The 

POWER key illuminates.

 

While you’re holding down the device key, use your other 

hand to press and hold the remote’s POWER key at the 

same time. The POWER key turns off.

  Wait until the POWER key comes on 

and stays on. Then release both keys.

  Point the remote directly at the 

front panel of the device you want 

to control. Press POWER on the 

remote and wait 2 seconds. The 

remote is testing a single code for 

your device’s brand.

YES: Press the STOP key to store the code. You’re done! 

You’ve programmed this device key.

NO: Press POWER again. The remote tests the next code 

for your brand. 

 

Keep pressing POWER every 2 seconds until your device 

turns off. When it does, press STOP.

  Find your device’s brand in the 

Brand Code list section of the 

accompanying code list. Circle 

the number for your brand and 

keep the list handy. 

  Look at the numbers you circled for 

your device’s brand code number. 

Press those numbers on the remote 

keypad.
Note: For single-digit brand codes, 

Direct Code Entry lets you enter a code from the accompanying 

code list for your brand of device. It’s not as easy as the other 

methods, but it’s potentially the fastest method.

device key for a different type of device, see the Changing a 

Key’s Device Type section. 

  Manually turn on the device you 

want to control. 

  Press and hold the device key you want to program (the 

POWER key illuminates). 

 

While you’re holding down the device key, use your other 

hand enter the first five-digit code for your brand in the 

code list (the POWER key turns off after the first digit).

  Find the Code List that came with 

the remote. Locate the section for 

the type of device you’re trying to 

program, and find your brand in 

that section. Circle the codes for 

your brand and keep them handy. 

  When you’ve finished entering 

the five-digit code, keep holding 

down the device key and look at 

the POWER key. 

YES: You’re done! You’ve programmed this device key.

NO, it blinked four times and turned off: You have 

either entered a code number that is not in the code lists 

or missed a step in the code entry procedure. Try step 3 

again. 

The Manual Code Search lets you go one-by-one through all the 

codes for the device you’re trying to control. When you find the 

one that operates your device, you can stop the search and store 

that code. 

a different type of device, see the Changing a Key’s Device 

Type section. 

  Manually turn on the device you 

want to control. 

  Press and hold the device key you want to program. The 

POWER key illuminates

 

While you’re holding down the device key, use your other 

hand to press and hold the remote’s POWER key at the 

same time. The POWER key turns off.

  Wait until the remote’s POWER key 

comes on and stays on. Then release 

both keys.

  Point the remote directly at the front panel of the device you 

want to control. Press POWER on the remote and wait 2 

seconds. The remote is testing a single code for your device.

 

YES: Press the STOP key to store 

the code. You’re done! You’ve 

programmed this device key.

NO: Press POWER again. The 

remote tests the next code for 

your device. 

 

Keep pressing POWER every 2 

seconds until your device turns off. 

When it does, press STOP.

 

Testing the Code for Maximum Functionality
1.   Try a variety of the device’s functions with the remote. If 

some features of your devices don’t work, go to the next 

step to try a different code.

2.   Repeat the Manual Code Search and Entry Method from 

the beginning. When the device turns off for the first time, 

don’t press the STOP key, which would store the same 

code. Instead, with the unit now off, continue to press the 

POWER key repeatedly until the unit turns back on. 

3.   Once the unit turns back on, you have found another code 

that operates the device. Press the STOP key.

4.   Test the key’s functionality again by trying a variety of 

functions. If the code controls the majority of the device’s 

functions, programming is complete. If the code stored 

does not give maximum functionality, try another code.

Each device key is associated with a type of device—the TV is 

preset to search for TVs, SAT•CBL•DTC for satellite receivers, 

cable boxes or digital TV converters, DVD•VCR for DVD players or 

VCRs, and DVR•AUX for DVRs. To program these keys to control a 

different kind of device, you have to reassign them first. 

Reassigning the DVD•VCR Key to Control a VCR
The DVD•VCR key defaults to control a DVD player. If you want 

the DVD•VCR key to control a VCR, you must reassign it.
1.   Press and hold the DVD•VCR key. The POWER key 

illuminates. Keep holding down the DVD•VCR key.

2.   While holding down the DVD•VCR key, press and release 

the number 2 key on the keypad. The POWER key turns off.

3.   Release the DVD•VCR key. The POWER key blinks four times 

and then turns off. The DVD•VCR key is now set to control a 

VCR.

4.   Follow the directions in the auto, brand, direct entry, or manual 

code search to program the DVD•VCR key for your VCR. 

Reassigning the DVR•AUX Key To Control Other 
Devices
The DVR•AUX key defaults to control a DVR. If you want the 

DVR•AUX key to control a different device (an additional TV, 

DVD, satellite or cable box, for example), you must reassign it.
1.   Press and hold the DVR•AUX key. The POWER key turns 

on.

2.   While holding down the DVR•AUX key, press and release the 

number key on the keypad for the device you wish to control 

(see the chart below). The POWER key turns off.

Once you’ve programmed the remote to control your devices, 

you may want to record the codes for future reference. If you 

used the Direct Code Entry method, this is easy. Just find 

the codes you entered and make a note of them in the boxes 

below. If you used one of the Code Search methods to program 

your remote or if you used the Direct Entry method but don’t 

remember the code, you will need to retrieve each device’s 

five-digit code. Retrieving the actual code and writing it down 

will save you time if you ever need to program the remote 

again. If the codes are recorded, you can use the Direct Entry 

method to reprogram your remote to control your devices, 

which is quick and easy.

1.   Press and hold the device key 

(TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX) whose code you wish 

to retrieve. The POWER key 

illuminates. Keep pressing the 

device key.

2.   While holding the device key down, press and hold the 

INFO key. The POWER key turns off. After holding down 

both keys for three seconds, the POWER key turns back on.

3.   Release both keys. The POWER key remains on.
4.   Starting with the number 1 key, press and release each 

number key on the keypad in the following order: 1-9, then 

0. The number that causes the POWER key to blink is the 

first number of the code. As you find each number of the 

code, write it down for future reference.

5.   Repeat step 4 until you have retrieved all five numbers in 

the code. After the fifth number is retrieved, the POWER 

key blinks briefly, then turns off.

Problem: The remote does not operate your device.
•  

Make sure the remote is in the correct mode by pressing 

the corresponding device key (TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX). This tells the remote which device to operate.

•  

Remove any obstacles between the remote and the device. Make 

sure you’re aiming the remote at the device’s IR sensor.

•  

Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed. 

Replace the batteries with two new AAA batteries, if necessary 

(see the Battery Installation section). 

device.
•  

If you are testing the remote while programming it, you may be 

too far away from the device or at a wrong angle. There must be 

an unobstructed path between the remote and the IR sensor on 

the device. Move closer and make sure you point the remote at the 

device you’re trying to control.

•  

If you’re using the Direct Entry programming method to enter 

the codes for your brand and the unit is still not functioning 

properly, try the auto, brand, or manual search method.

•  

To control combo units, like TV/VCRs or TV/DVDs, you must 

program the individual corresponding device keys to control 

each part of the combo unit. Once programmed successfully, the 

TV key controls the TV functions, and the DVD•VCR key controls 

the VCR or DVD functions. 

•  

Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed.

Problem: The remote doesn’t perform commands properly.
•  

Make sure the remote is in the correct mode by pressing 

the corresponding device key (TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX). This tells the remote which device to operate.

•  

Make sure device is ready (for example, the DVD player has a 

disc loaded).

•  

You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the remote is in.

•  

If you’re trying to enter a channel number directly, try pressing 

the ENTER key after entering the channel number as this is a 

requirement of certain models and brands.

•  

There is a possibility that a programmed code may only be 

able to control some of your device features (for example, only 

turns a device on and off). To confirm that the device key is 

programmed with the correct code for maximum functionality, 

test the device. Attempt to control a variety of the device’s 

functions with the remote. If some of the features of your 

devices don’t work, try programming the remote with a different 

code in the list using the Direct Code Entry Method, until you 

find the code that allows the remote to control the majority of 

your device’s functions. Different codes can provide different 

levels of functionality.

Problem: The POWER key does not light when you press a key.
•  

You may have pressed an invalid key for the mode the remote is in. 

• 

Make sure the remote is in the correct mode by pressing 

the corresponding device key (TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX). This tells the remote which device to operate.

•  

Make sure the batteries are fresh and are properly installed. 

Replace the batteries with two new AAA batteries, if necessary 

(see the Battery Installation section). 

Problem: The remote will not change channels on device.
• 

Make sure the remote is in the correct mode by pressing 

the corresponding device key (TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX). This tells the remote which device to operate.

•  

Press the ENTER key after you enter a channel number.

•  

Remove any obstacles between the remote and the device. Make 

sure to aim the remote at the IR sensor on the device.

Problem: The device’s menu does not appear on the TV screen.
•  

Make sure you have connected the device to your TV properly and 

selected the correct input. (See your devices’ Owner’s Manuals for 

proper connection procedures.)

• 

Make sure the remote is in the correct mode by pressing 

the corresponding device key (TV, SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, 

DVR•AUX). This tells the remote which device to operate.

•  

Menu access isn’t supported for all brands. You may need to use 

your original remote control to access menu functions for some 

devices. 

Audiovox Electronics Corporation (the “Company”) warrants to you the 

original retail purchaser of this product that should it, under normal use 

and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship during 

its lifetime while you own it, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced 

(at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor. To 

obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product 

is to be delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), 

specification of defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the Company at the 

address shown below. 
This Warranty does not cover product purchased, serviced or used outside 

the United States or Canada. This Warranty is not transferable and does 

not extend to costs incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of 

the product. This Warranty does not apply if in the Company’s opinion, 

the product has been damaged through alteration, improper installation, 

mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or the simultaneous use of different 

battery types (e.g. alkaline, standard or rechargeable).
THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS 

LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO 

EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE 

PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY 

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF 

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL 

BE LIMITED TO DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO CASE SHALL 

THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL 

DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is authorized 

to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in 

connection with the sale of this product.
Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied 

warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential 

damage so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This 

Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, 

which vary from state/province to state/province.
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New York 11788 

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Additional TV

press 1

VCR or DVR

press 2

Additional DVD

press 3

Additional satellite, cable box or 

digital TV converter

press 5

3.   Release the DVR•AUX key. The POWER key blinks four 

times and then turns off. The DVR•AUX key is now set to 

control the device type you selected.

4.   Follow the directions in the auto, brand, direct entry, or 

manual code search to program the DVR•AUX key. 

SAT

CABLE    

dTv ConvErTEr

dvd

vCr

dvr/vCr

dvd

Tv

SAT•CBL•DTC

Volume punch-through allows the VOL and MUTE keys, when 

pressed in SAT•CBL•DTC, DVD•VCR, or DVR•AUX modes, 

to “punch through” to TV. Volume punch-through occurs 

automatically and allows you to control the volume without 

exiting the current mode. (If the DVR•AUX key has been 

programmed with a TV code, volume can punch through to 

this device as well.)
Note: Volume punch-through does not occur in cases where 

Transport key punch-through allows the transport keys (REVERSE, 

PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE, SKIP BACK, SLOW, 

and SKIP FWD), when pressed in TV or SAT•CBL•DTC modes, to 

“punch through” to DVD•VCR or DVR•AUX mode, whichever was 

accessed last. Transport key punch-through occurs automatically 

and allows you to use the transport keys without exiting the 

current mode. For example, if the transport keys were last used in 

DVD mode and accessed again after pressing the TV key, they will 

punch through to the DVD.
Note: Transport key punch-through does not occur in cases 

Channel lock automatically sends channel commands, like the 

CH, GO BACK, and 0–9 number keys, to your satellite receiver, 

cable box, or digital TV converter when you’re in TV mode. 

This can save you keypresses if you use a device other than 

your TV to change channels. 
To turn channel lock on:
1. 

Press and hold the device key for the device you use to 

change channels. While you’re holding down this device 

key, use your other hand to press and hold the remote’s 

CH up key at the same time.

2.  Wait until the remote’s POWER key comes on and stays on. 

Then release both keys.

3.  Press ENTER to lock channel commands to this device.

To turn channel lock off:
1. 

Press and hold the TV key. While you’re holding down the 

TV key, use your other hand to press and hold the remote’s 

CH down key at the same time.

2.  Wait until the remote’s POWER key comes on and stays on. 

Then release both keys.

3.  Press ENTER to start changing channels with your TV.