How to Program an ONN Universal Remote

Last Updated: March 9, 2022

An ONN universal remote can control up to four different audio and video devices, including televisions, DVD players, audio, satellite, cable, and VCRs. This wikiHow teaches you how to program your ONN universal remote control by entering device codes or using the automatic code search feature.

Method 1

Method 1 of 3:

Using Automatic Code Search

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Turn on the device you want to control. For example, if you want to program your ONN remote for use with your TV, power on your TV now.
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Press and hold the Setup button on the remote for 4 seconds. You can release the button once the red indicator light remains lit.

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Press the device type button on the ONN remote. For example, if you’re programming the remote for your television, press the TV button. The red indicator light will blink once.
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Point the remote at the device and press Power or ▶ Play. The red indicator light will blink as the remote searches for a code that works for your device.

Note: The search may take several minutes to complete. Keep the ONN remote pointed at your device throughout the process.
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Press the 1 button quickly when the device turns off or starts to play. You'll want to do this quickly, so make sure you're ready. This locks in the correct code and turns off the red indicator light.
- If you don't press the 1 button in time, press Setup again to reverse the direction of the code search.
- If the remote is still not programmed with your device, repeat all steps in this method until the remote finds a code that works with your device.

Method 2

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Entering the Code Manually

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Find the code for the device you want to program. If you have the manual that came with your ONN remote control, you'll likely find the 4-digit device code there. If not, try a popular code-listing website such as https://www.directutor.com/content/onn-universal-remote-codes.
- Your manual may list several possible codes for each device. Keep all of the codes handy in case the first doesn't work.
- New product codes may not appear on online lists immediately. You can search for alternative code lists on Google or Bing by typing "ONN universal remote control codes."
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Turn on the device you want to control. For example, if you’re programming the remote for use with your DVD player, turn on your DVD player.
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Press and hold the Setup button on your ONN remote for two seconds. Release the button once the red indicator light stays solid.^{[1]
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Press the device type button on the ONN remote. For example, if you’re programming the remote for your television, press the TV button. The red indicator light will blink once.
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Enter the 4-digit code for the device using the ONN remote. The red indicator light will turn off after you’ve entered the code.
- Make sure you enter the code within 35 seconds of pressing the device button. Otherwise, the remote will reset and you’ll be required to start over.
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Point the ONN remote at the device and press Power. As long as the code you entered was correct, the device should turn off. This means the setup will be complete.
- If your device fails to power off, enter the next 4-digit code from the manual (if available) and try again. Continue entering codes until your device powers off using the remote.

Method 3

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Troubleshooting

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Try Auto Code Search if manual codes don't work. In some cases, your device may be compatible with a code that isn’t listed in the manual.
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Try another code if the one you used offers limited functionality. Some codes may offer more functions than others.
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Remove obstructions between the ONN remote and your device. If you experience difficulties with programming the remote control, it may be due to interference by furniture or other large objects.
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Replace the batteries if commands aren't working. The remote may not function optimally when battery life is low.

Community Q&A

Question

Does this remote have a button to go back to the previous channel?

Community Answer

Unfortunately, no, it does not. You have to change channels manually or use the arrow keys. There is no "back" button.
Question

There is no audio. What should I do?

Community Answer

Make sure the volume has been turned up. If that doesn't help, then the issue may be with the audio settings on your TV.
Question

What do I do if when I press the up and down arrow keys to change the channel, it changes the input source instead?

Community Answer

For installing a universal remote, consult the instructions in the guide of your television. Mostly you have to go to the settings and search for set up remote. Then you need to press some buttons which the TV asks youit for so 's able to recognize it. Not all remotes do work with every TV.