Key Points
- Universal remotes can simplify the process of using your TV and organize your living space.
- Each remote uses unique codes for different TV models, so you may need to try multiple codes to find the right one.
- Programming your Emerson TV with a universal remote involves turning on the TV, holding down the TV key, and entering the correct code.
Universal remotes can be a great choice for your TV for many reasons. Maybe you’ve lost the remote your TV set came with and don’t want the expense of replacing it, or you simply want to cut down on the number of remotes you’re using. A universal remote can simplify the process of using your TV and organize your living space at the same time. In addition, many remotes have Smart TV functionality. But first, you’re going to need to program your remote correctly to work with your TV. We’re going to give you a step-by-step guide for programming your Emerson TV and the remote codes you need. Let’s begin!
Universal Remote Codes for Your Emerson TV
Now, bear with us, as this table is big! This is because every code is unique, both for the model of the remote and the model of the TV. That’s right, not even different remotes and TVs from the same brand necessarily have the same code. And each remote uses either 2-digit, 3-digit, 4-digit, or 5-digit codes. Therefore, the best way to locate your code is to find the remote you’re using and then try each code until you find one that works.
2-Digit Remote Codes
| Remote | 2-Digit Codes |
|---|---|
| Emerson | 01, 03, 04, 23, 32, 34, 35, 77, 83, 84 |
3-Digit Remote Codes
| Remote | 3-Digit Codes |
|---|---|
| Emerson | 523, 526, 527, 528, 533, 534, 535, 536, 537, 544, 632, 654, 655, 657, 672, 691, 720, 777, 846 |
| RCA | 004, 005, 006, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 017, 018, 023, 024, 025, 026, 027, 028, 029, 030, 031, 032, 052, 054 |
| Philips | 114, 205, 206, 207, 240, 263, 388, 490 |
| GE | 004, 006, 009, 012, 014, 023, 024, 025, 026, 027, 028,029, 030, 031, 032, 033, 034, 0356, 036, 037, 038, 039, 041, 042, 043, 044, 046, 047, 049, 051, 053, 123, 124, 130, 135, 147, 162, 171, 176, 177, 179, 189, 191, 210, 227, 233, 250, 252 |
| One For All | 000, 030, 036, 039, 058, 068, 135, 146, 147, 150, 158, 163, 177, 178, 180, 181, 182, 184, 185, 211, 236, 270, 280, 282, 463, 624 |
4-Digit Remote Codes
| Remote | 4-Digit Codes |
|---|---|
| Emerson | 0181, 0198, 0205, 0207, 0263, 0490, 0650, 3005, 3008, 3010, 3011, 3012, 3013, 3015, 3025, 3031, 3186, 3203, 3204, 3218 |
| RCA | 0154, 0171, 0178, 0180, 0236, 0451, 0463, 0623, 1003, 1004, 1006, 1009, 1011, 1012, 1018, 1021, 1023, 1024, 1025, 1026, 1027, 1028, 1029, 1030 1031, 1033, 1038, 1046, 1394, 1661, 1665, 1864, 1886, 1944, 1963, 2183, 3559, 3623 |
| Philips | 0001, 0002, 0006, 0021, 0031, 0041, 0064, 0097, 0114, 0115, 0141, 0201, 0204, 0206, 0222, 0231, 0271, 0281, 0291, 0316, 0371, 0441, 0451, 0502, 0505, 0506, 0520, 0583, 0691, 0695, 0701, 0706, 0731, 0741, 0851, 0906, 0931, 0951, 1221, 1251, 1261, 1371, 1381, 1451, 1461, 1551, 1611, 1631, 1651, 1681, 1701, 1711, 1818, 1931, 1936, 1941, 2171, 2191, 2361, 2761, 2891, 3451, 4701, 4751, 4761, 4831, 4911, 5221, 5231, 5341, 5421, 5551, 5561, 5731, 5761, 5831 |
| GE | 0001, 0004, 0009, 0021, 0023, 0024, 0025, 0027, 0030, 0031, 0032, 0034, 0035, 0037, 0039, 0040, 0041, 0042, 0044, 0045, 0049, 0051, 0053, 0130, 0135, 0141, 0147, 0179, 0189, 0201, 0210, 0227, 0231, 0233, 0250, 0252, 0254, 0257, 0265, 0266, 0271, 0281, 0310, 0325, 0371, 0441, 0451, 0456, 0691, 0701, 0731, 0741, 0851, 0931, 0951, 1172, 1221, 1251, 1261, 1371, 1381, 1451, 1461, 1551, 1611, 1631, 1651, 1681, 1701, 1711, 1931, 1941, 2171, 2361, 2891, 3451, 4701, 4731, 4751, 4761, 4831, 4911, 5031, 5014, 5029, 5030, 5032, 5037, 5038, 5039, 5040, 5041, 5042, 5046, 5048, 5049 5221, 5231, 5313, 5341, 5421, 5551, 5741, 5761, 5831 |
| One For All | 0002, 0019, 0037, 0039, 0087, 0154, 0163, 0171, 0177, 0178, 0179, 0180, 0182, 0236, 0361, 0370, 0371, 0451, 0463, 0486, 0556, 0623, 0668, 0714, 1037, 1394, 1595, 1619, 1665, 1864, 1886, 1909, 1911, 1944, 1963, 1997, 2059, 2183, 3559, 3623, 3760 |
| Magnavox | 0038, 0040, 0041, 0059, 0070, 0091, 0114, 0127, 0130 |
5-Digit Remote Codes
| Remote | 5-Digit Codes |
|---|---|
| Emerson | 10171, 10180, 10451, 10463, 11394, 11661, 11864, 11886, 11909, 11963, 12183, 13559, 13623 |
| RCA | 10171, 10702, 10451, 10463, 10178, 11394, 11661, 11655, 11864, 11944, 11963, 12183, 13623, 13559 |
| Philips | 10005, 10400, 10625, 11818, 12001, 12210, 12251, 12359, 12419, 12919, 13229, 13700, 13919, 13925, 14102, 14504, 15526, 15659, 15722, 16902, 17000, 17627, 17652, 18358, 18503, 18918, 19331 |
| One For All | 10171, 10178, 10451, 10463, 11394, 11661, 11864, 11944 |
How to Program Your Emerson TV and Universal Remote
The process for programming your TV correctly differs slightly depending on the brand of remote you have. But overall, it’s not too complicated. Check out the steps below to get started.
Step 1: Turn On TV
First, switch on your TV manually using the power button.
Step 2: Hold Down TV Key
By “TV key”, we mean the appropriate button on your remote. This can have a few different names. For example:
- Magnavox and RCA universal remotes have the “Code Search” button.
- GE and Philips universal remotes have the “Setup” button.
- One For All universal remotes have the “Magic” button.
It should be said that, while the respective remotes usually have the button listed, some models do differ. If you can’t find a button named any of these, you may have either a “TV” button or one used for switching devices. If the latter, then press this button until the “TV” option is illuminated.
Once you hold down this button, the LED light on the remote should light up.
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Step 3: Enter the Code
Now’s the time to enter the programming code using your remote. For some brands, such as RCA, you may need to keep the TV button held down while entering your code. If the correct code has been entered, a few things can happen:
- With a One For All remote, the LED will usually blink twice and then go out.
- For Magnavox and GE remotes, the LED will simply switch off.
- With Philips, the device keys will flash three times and then go off.
In some cases, the TV will turn off after the LED goes out. This still means that the code was correct. If the code isn’t the one you need, then the LED will either stay on or flash several times (usually one, four, or five) and then remain lit, prompting you to try another code.
My Remote Isn’t Working: How to Troubleshoot
Ideally, it doesn’t take you too long to find the correct code, and you can be on your way to relaxing with your favorite shows. However, sometimes getting the remote to work properly doesn’t happen the first time. Don’t worry; we’re going to help you troubleshoot exactly what the problem is in this section.
Potential Issues
- Low batteries: This may seem like a simple solution, but it’s not that uncommon for a remote to be delivered with subpar batteries (or none!). Always try replacing the batteries first, as this is a quick fix.
- Incorrect process: Entering the code should be easy, but you’ll have to make sure you’re pressing the right buttons. With some remotes, the buttons must be held down while entering the code. Make sure you’re following the steps correctly, as this is easy to overlook.
- Defective remote or TV: This probably isn’t the issue, especially if your remote and TV are fairly new, but it’s something to consider. If the batteries are fine and the remote isn’t responding, it could be faulty. Likewise, if your TV isn’t working properly even with the manual buttons, then something may be damaged.
- Signal being interrupted: TVs generally take a little time to warm up, and most remotes take note of this. Therefore, there can be a slight delay between input and the response from the TV. This is especially true with infrared (IR) remotes, which are the most common. These devices require a line-of-sight to the TV to communicate, so you need to make sure your remote is pointing directly at the TV for a couple of seconds after you’ve pressed a button.
- HDMI interference: This issue is a bit more technical but isn’t that hard to rectify. If you have a lot of components in your system connected via HDMI, every device is communicating with each other via this connection. This can lead to unexpected errors because the devices and remote are in conflict with the instructions they’re giving. To see if this is the problem, dive into your TV settings and turn off “HDMI CEC”.
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Other Ways to Program Your TV
Hopefully, one of these is the solution to getting your remote working correctly. However, if you’re still not having any luck, you can try some other options. Some remotes have an associated app you can download, i.e., One For All. You can use these to program your remote. Alternatively, you may have an automatic code search function on your remote. Not all models have this option, but there’s a good chance that yours does. To use automatic code search, follow these steps:
Step 1: Enter Setup
As before, press the appropriate setup button. If your remote has a device key button as well, illuminate this.
Step 2: Press the Power Button
Aim your remote at the TV and press the power button. Release the button, and the LED light should blink 10 times, as 10 codes are being sent. If the TV turns off, then you can go to the next step. Otherwise, repeat this step to send more codes until the TV turns off.
Step 3: Isolate the Correct Code
Once your TV has turned off, you know that you’ve found a valid code. To figure out which code is the right one, manually turn the TV back on. Then, press the volume-up button on your remote and release it. This will re-send the first of the last batch of codes, and the LED will blink. If the TV turns off, you’ve found the code. If not, repeat this process, waiting around three seconds between each button press until the TV switches off. Once you have your code, press the device key from the first step, or the setup button if you don’t have this. This will store the code.
Step 4: Confirm That the Remote Is Working
Lastly, it’s a good idea to make sure your remote is working. Press the power button to turn on the TV and test out the controls. If there are some buttons that don’t work, you’ll need to repeat the process and try the next set of codes.
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