When it comes to quality universal remote controls, RCA ranks as one of the good ones out there. With an RCA universal remote, you no longer need to swap between multiple remotes. You can use the remote to program multiple devices. Before you can use your RCA remote to program any entertainment device, you need to sync the remote to the device.

You may think its stressful programming all your devices to a remote. It’s something you get to do just once. After which you can continue to use it for the device. Thankfully, the process of connecting your RCA universal remote to any device is quite a straight-forward process. You can get it done in minutes as long as you follow through with the instructions on this post.

There are two ways to program an RCA universal remote. You can use the code search method or use the code entry code. Whichever method you choose to use, you will still get the same result as long as you follow through with the process.

How to program an RCA Universal Remote with Auto Code Search

This is the best way to program your RCA remote if you don’t have the codes needed for the second method.

Step 1. Ensure you turn on the device you want to sync with your remote control.

Step 2. Hold your RCA universal remote close enough to face the device.

Step 3. Find the component button that matches the device you want to sync. A good way to go about this is to use number code for each device. For instance, the number is 1. The DVD player is 2 and VCR and CBL is 3. You may have to read through your remote’s user manual to confirm the number for your device

Step 4. This step will require you to button two buttons simultaneously. Press and hold the component device button with the On/Off button at the same time. For instance, if you want to program a TV, then press the ‘TV’ button and the On/Off button together. Hold the buttons until the key light turns on before your release the buttons.

Step 5. Press and hold the ‘Reverse’ button on your remote. You may have to press this button several to enable your remote to locate the correct code. Once you get the right code, press the ‘Stop’ button. Viola, your device is now synced to your RCA remote.

How to program an RCA Universal Remote with Code Search

You will need the correct RCA universal remote code for your device to follow through with this step. You can find the required code from this post

Step 1. Ensure you turn on the device you want to sync with your remote control.

Step 2. Hold your RCA universal remote close enough to face the device.

Step 3. Find the component button that matches the device you want to sync. A good way to go about this is to use number code for each device. For instance, the number is 1. A DVD player is 2 and VCR and CBL is 3. You may have to read through your remote’s user manual to confirm the number for your device

Step 4. Go through this post and get the correct code for your device. Enter the correct code for your device. If you get the correct code, the tiny LED light on your remote will light up.

Step 5. Hold the remote to face your device and press any button to test it. For instance, you can press the volume button. If it works, it means you have successfully synced your remote to your device.

RCA Remote codes for Popular Brands

AOC TV 1005 1007 1004 1196 1082

Citizen TV 1105 1196 1004 1006 1008

Daewoo TV 2017 20125 2028 2015 2110

Emerson TV 1006 1004 1032 1012 1171 1044

Emerson VCR 2012 2015 2024 2029 2032

GE TV 1003 1006 1054 1064 1100 1166 1181 1212

Goldstar TV 1004 1005 1019 1155

Hitachi TV 1004 1013 1060 1150 1179 1199

RCA TV 1003 1004 1005 1006 1007 1266 1188 1190

RCA DVD Player: 3160 3302 3393 3477 3517 3604

RCA VCR 2000 2007 2021 2055 2107 2120

Samsung TV 1004 1006 1012 1252 1378