Universal Remote Codes for Cable Box and How to Program

Universal remote controls are designed to work with multiple devices, including cable boxes. However, not all universal remote controls are compatible with all cable boxes, and you may need to enter a specific code to program the remote to work with your cable box.

Before attempting to program your universal remote to work with your cable box, it’s important to gather some information about your cable box. You’ll need to know the make and model of your cable box, as well as the brand and model of your universal remote control.

Universal Remote Codes For Cable Box List

Brand Name	Cable Box Codes
ADELPHIA	0512, 0511
ALLEGRO	0524, 0525
AMERICAST	527
ANTRONIX	0468, 0469
ARCHER	0468, 0469, 0470, 0471
AT&T	511
BELL SOUTH	527
CABLETENNA	468
CABLEVIEW	468
CABLEVISION	506
CENTURY	471
CITIZEN	471
COGECO	511
COLOR VOICE	0472, 0473
COMCAST	511
COMTRONICS	0474, 0475
CONTEC	476
COX	471
DIGITAL MUSIC EXPRESS	514
EASTERN	477
EVERQUEST	474
GARRARD	471
GC ELECTRONICS	469
GEMINI	0536, 0479
GE	549
GENERAL INSTRUMENT	0509, 0461, 0465
HAMLIN	0461, 0480, 0481, 0482
HITACHI	463
ILLICO	506
JASCO	471
JERROLD	0509, 0461, 0465, 0518
MAGNAVOX	485
MEMOREX	486
MOTOROLA (COX)	0509, 0465, 0513, 0518
MOVIE TIME	487
NSC	487
OAK	0476, 0489
PACE	532
PANASONIC	0460, 0508
PARAGON	0486, 0488
PHILIPS	0471, 0479, 0485, 0490, 0491, 0492
PHILIPS MAGNAVOX	0505, 0534
PIONEER	0478, 0506, 0493, 0494
PULSAR	486
RADIO SHACK	0505, 0534, 0525
RCA	0460, 0471, 0507
REALISTIC	469
REGAL	482
REGENCY	477
REMBRANDT	463
ROGERS	506
RUNCO	486
SAMSUNG	0474, 0494
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA	0498, 0497, 0506, 0535, 0512, 0466, 0496
SHAW	511
SIGNAL	474
SIGNATURE	463
SL MARX	474
SPRUCER	460
STANDARD	499
STARCOM	0461, 0518
STARGATE	474
STAR SIGHT	507
STAR TRAK	516
TANDY	500
TELEVIEW	474
TEXSCAN	499
TIME WARNER	506
TOCOM	0464, 0501, 0513, 0520
TOSHIBA	486
TV86	487
UNIKA	0468, 0469, 0471
UNITED	461
UNIVERSAL	0468, 0469, 0470, 0471, 0502, 0524
VIDEOWAY	504
VIEWSTAR	0475, 0485, 0487, 0500
VIDEO TECH	550
VIDEOTRON	506
ZENITH	0503, 0525, 0471, 0486, 0521, 0522, 0523, 0527

CableOne is merely ready to provide you with support for the remotes that we provide to you. If you’ve got your own remote that’s unlisted below, please ask the remote manufacturer for the remote codes.

If your household is beginning to be overwhelmed by the number of remotes you’ve got, then it’s going to be time to take a position during a universal remote. Nowadays, there are remotes for everything; the TV, the cable box, DVR, DVD player,, music players, and more. Each of those devices usually comes with its own remote. So it’s pretty easy to urge confused about which remote controls what.

How to program a remote by manually entering codes

Once you have this information, you can search for the correct remote code to program your universal remote to work with your cable box. This code can usually be found in the user manual for your universal remote, or on the manufacturer’s website.

To program your universal remote to work with your cable box, follow these general steps:

1. Turn on your cable box and your universal remote control.
2. Press and hold the “Setup” button on the remote until the LED light on the remote turn on.
3. Enter the remote code for your cable box. This may be a three or four-digit number.
4. Press the “Power” button on the remote to see if the cable box turns off. If it does, your remote has been successfully programmed. If not, repeat the process with a different remote code until you find one that works.
5. Once the remote is programmed, test other buttons on the remote, such as volume and channel, to ensure they are working properly with your cable box.

If you’re having trouble programming your universal remote to work with your cable box, you may need to try a different code or contact the manufacturer of your universal remote for assistance. They may be able to provide additional troubleshooting tips or recommend a different remote code to try.

FAQ’s

Q: What are universal remote codes for cable boxes?

A: Universal remote codes for cable boxes are a set of numbers that can be entered into a universal remote control to program it to work with a specific cable box. These codes vary depending on the brand and model of the cable box and the universal remote control.

Q: How do I find universal remote codes for my cable box?

A: Universal remote codes for your cable box can usually be found in the user manual that came with your universal remote control or on the manufacturer’s website. You may also be able to find codes by searching online for your cable box model and the words “universal remote code.”

Q: How do I program a universal remote to work with my cable box?

A: To program a universal remote to work with your cable box, you will need to follow the instructions provided with the remote control. In general, you will need to enter the correct remote code for your cable box and then test the remote to ensure it is working properly.

Q: What should I do if the universal remote code for my cable box doesn’t work?

A: If the universal remote code for your cable box doesn’t work, you may need to try a different code or contact the manufacturer of your universal remote control for assistance. They may be able to provide additional troubleshooting tips or recommend a different code to try.

Q: Can I use a universal remote control with more than one cable box?

A: Yes, you can use a universal remote control with multiple cable boxes, as long as the remote is programmed with the correct remote code for each cable box. You will need to switch between the codes for each cable box as needed.

Q: Are there any universal remote controls that are specifically designed for use with cable boxes?

A: Yes, there are universal remote controls that are specifically designed for use with cable boxes. These remotes may have pre-programmed codes for popular cable box brands or may include a code search feature to help you find the correct code for your cable box.