How to Reprogram a Comcast Remote

How to Reprogram a Comcast Remote

A step-by-step guide on how to program a Comcast universal remote control for your television and other entertainment devices.

Comcast is a digital cable provider that supplies its subscribers with a universal remote control compatible with virtually any brand of television and other entertainment appliances. Universal remotes are a significant technological advancement. In an era where almost all gadgets and appliances come with their own remote, it is easy to get confused about which one controls what. Having a universal remote reduces the hassle and clutter of managing multiple devices. You can use a single remote for your television, DVD player, VCR, and other entertainment gadgets. To use a universal remote, you must program it according to the specific brand of your appliance. Comcast provides a list of codes to reference during the programming process. This article explains how to program your Comcast remote control.

• Find the corresponding codes: If you are programming your Comcast remote for your television, look up the list of brands and their corresponding codes. Find your TV's brand and note the listed codes. Some brands have one or two codes; if the first code does not work, you can try the second one.
• Turn the TV on: You cannot complete this setup if your television is turned off.
• Press and release: At the top of the remote control, press the TV key and release it. Then, press and hold the Setup key until the TV key flashes twice. Once the TV key has flashed twice, release the Setup key. Remember: do not release the Setup key until the light on the TV key has flashed.
• Key in the code: Enter the four-digit code using the number pad on the remote control. You will know the remote has been successfully programmed when the TV key flashes twice again.
• Test the remote control: With your television still turned on, press the power key on the remote. If the TV turns off, you have successfully programmed the remote. If it does not turn off, you must repeat the process and use the alternative code from the list. If there is only one code listed, try entering the same code again until the remote is successfully programmed.

See how easy it is to use a Comcast remote control. When setting up another appliance, simply consult the brand list and enter the corresponding code to enable the remote. Thanks to modern technology, we no longer need a separate remote control for every device in the home. Be sure to keep the list of codes and brands in a safe place for future use. If you misplace the list, you can also find all brands and their corresponding codes online by visiting Comcast's website.