To program your DIRECTV remote to control your TV, follow these steps:
1. Turn on your TV.
2. Turn on your DIRECTV receiver by pressing the power button on the receiver or the remote.
3. Press and hold the “TV” button on your DIRECTV remote until the red indicator light at the top of the remote stays on (about 3 seconds).
4. Release the “TV” button. The red indicator light will stay on.
5. Press and release the “On/Off” button. The red indicator light will blink and turn off.
6. Press and hold the “Enter” button. The remote will start sending a series of codes to the TV to find the correct one.
7. Wait for the TV to turn off. When your TV turns off, release the “Enter” button.
8. Press the “TV” button again. The red indicator light should turn off, indicating that programming is complete.
9. Test the remote by turning your TV back on and adjusting the volume.
If the TV doesn’t respond, repeat the process, and ensure you’re using the correct code. You can find the codes for your TV brand in the DIRECTV remote’s manual or on the DIRECTV website.
