A DVD player, among other devices, can be programmed using the GE universal remote control in addition to a TV. You will require the GE universal remote codes in order to program a GE universal remote to a TV.
This other post contains a description of the codes. What if you don’t want to put yourself through the stress of trying a lot of remote codes? Your GE remote can be programmed without using GE Universal remote codes.
All you need to do is adhere to the instructions provided in this post. The good news is that you only need to complete this process once. You want to use your GE universal remote for your TV and other devices for the first time at that time. You don’t need to go through this procedure for subsequent uses. Therefore, let’s begin.
How to program GE Universal Remote without codes (Code Search Method)
Step 1. Make sure the device is turned ON.
Step 2. The GE Universal remote should be held close to the TV (or any other gadget you want to program).
Step 3. On your GE remote, locate the “Set Up” button. When the remote’s tiny LED button turns on, press and hold the button.
Step 4. Select your device’s Component button, then press it. The buttons for components are these (TV purely for TV, For a DVD player, a DVD, CBL stands for cable box). Tap the relevant button on your device.
Step 5. Until the device turns off, repeatedly press and release the “Power” button on your remote. The remote is searching the database of codes as you press the button to find the appropriate code for your brand and device. As a result, you might need to press the button repeatedly to obtain the right code. Your device turning off indicates that the right code has been discovered.
Step 6. The code must then be saved in the database. To save the code, press the “Enter” button on your remote control.
Step 7. In order to save the code you discovered, press the “Power” button once more.
How to program GE Universal Remote without codes (Number Search Method)
Step 1. Make sure the device is turned on.
Step 2. The GE Universal remote should be held close to the TV (or any other gadget you want to program).
Step 3. On your GE remote, locate the “Setup” button. When the remote’s tiny LED button turns on, press and hold the button.
Step 4. Select your device’s Component button, then press it. The buttons for components are these (TV purely for TV, For a DVD player, a DVD, CBL stands for cable box). Tap the relevant button on your device.
Step 5. Press the number 9-9-1 on your GE remote using the number buttons.
Step 6. Until your device turns off, press and hold down the Channel+ and Power Buttons simultaneously.
Step 7. The code must then be saved in the database. To save the code, press the “Enter” button on your remote control.
Step 8. In order to save the code you discovered, press the “Power” button once more.
How to program GE Universal Remote using codes
Step 1. Make sure the device is turned on.
Step 2. The GE Universal remote should be held close to the TV (or any other gadget you want to program).
Step 3. On your GE remote, locate the “Set Up” button. When the remote’s tiny LED button turns on, press and hold the button.
Step 4. Select your device’s Component button, then press it. The buttons for components are these (TV purely for TV, For a DVD player, a DVD, CBL stands for cable box). Tap the relevant button on your device.
Step 5. Find the correct code for your device by reading this post. Using the number button on your remote, enter the code. If you enter the right code, the tiny LED light will blink twice and your device will shut off. If not, attempt the following code.
Step 6. The code must then be saved in the database. To save the code, press the “Enter” button on your remote control.
Step 7. In order to save the code you discovered, press the “Power” button once more.
I hope you understood the process to program a GE universal remote without codes through this guide. If you find any problem in following any step, do let me know in the comment section. I will try to simplify it more for better understanding.
