A GE Universal Remote is a tool or device that allows users to control their entertainment systems, including audio and video devices, TVs, Blu-ray players, Cable boxes, and other streaming devices with a single remote. These devices are designed to operate a variety of electronic devices by eliminating the requirement for separate or multiple remotes. The basic requirement to program and function a GE universal remote, users must have access to a specific code, the GE Universal Remote Code. Users can find these GE Universal Remote Codes for various devices and brands on the official GE website or by referring to the remote’s instructions. Here is a simple guide that comprehensively explains how to program a General Electric Remote (GE Remote) with and without the remote codes.
How to Program a GE Universal Remote
To control the entertainment systems, like TV and other video and audio players, using a GE universal remote, you need to program it using a specific GE Universal Remote Code. You can program it in two ways: with the GE Universal Remote Code and without it. The procedures will vary according to the type and brand of GE Universe remote you use. Let us take a look at how you can program this remote with and without using the codes.
How to Program a GE Universal Remote with Code
This is the first method you can use to program your GE Universal Remote to your TV or any other device. To use this method, you need to have access to certain unique codes that are available in the remote’s manual, online database, and on the internet. Here is the step-by-step process of programming a GE universal remote to your entertainment devices by using the GE Universal Remote Code.
Programming GE Universal Remote with Code (Direct Code Entry)
- Step 1: Power on the device you want to program your remote with.
- Step 2: Take the code list included with your GE remote and find the section for the device you need to control with the remote.
- Step 3: Press and hold the ‘Setup’ button until the red light on the power button(red button) turns on. Once the red light is on, you can release the setup button, and the red light will remain on.
- Step 4: Press the device button on the remote, and the red light will blink once and remain on. (The common options will be TV, DVD, CBL, AUX, etc.)
- Step 5: Type in the 4-digit GE Universal remote code using the number buttons on the remote. The red light will automatically turn off once you have successfully entered the fourth digit.
- Step 6: Test the remote and check whether the buttons are working properly. If they are not working properly, try out the next pair of GE Universal remote codes.
These are the general steps you need to follow to program your GE Universal Remote with your entertainment devices like TV, DVD, Blu-ray player, etc.
Programming GE Universal Remote without Code (Auto Code Search)
- Step 1: Turn on the device you want to control with the GE Universal remote
- Step 2: Press and hold the ‘Setup’ button on your remote until the red light on the remote turns on.
- Step 3: Press and release the ‘Device’ button, and the red light will remain on.
- Step 4: Press and release the ‘Power button’ on the remote. The remote will automatically send 10 codes to the device, and the red light on the remote will blink once for each and stay on after successfully sending the 10 codes to the device.
- Step 5: Turn on the device again.
- Step 6: Point the remote at your device, press and release the ‘Volume +’ button. The GE universal remote will resend the first code of the previously sent 10 codes. Once the first code appears, the red light will blink once and remain on.
- Step 7: Test the remote by performing the basic functions with it. You can do things like turning on the TV, controlling volume, switching channels, etc.
You can follow these steps to program your GE Universal remote with your multimedia devices, like a TV and DVD player.
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The Bottom Line
A GE Universal Remote allows you to control multiple electronic devices with a single remote control. This can simplify home entertainment by eliminating the need for multiple remotes to connect multiple devices. These remotes are compatible with a wide range of brands and devices. You can connect your Samsung, LG, RCA, Sony, and TCL devices with the GE Universal Remote. While programming your remote with the devices, make sure that you check the remote’s manual for specific instructions, and you can factory reset the remote whenever you are having trouble with its functioning.