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If you want to operate your Samsung TV with a universal remote, then we have you covered right here. In this guide, we have a Samsung TV universal remote codes list as well as a guide on how to set up the remote with and without codes.
Now, there are several reasons why you might want to switch to a universal remote, with the common ones being the loss of the original remote or operating multiple devices with one remote. In any case, there are two ways to program a universal remote for your Samsung TV – using the code for your specific model or using the auto search (that is, without a code). Also, a lot universal remotes work well with Samsung TVs, so you shouldn’t find it difficult to get the two devices paired.
Either way, by the end of this guide, you should be able to get your universal remote working with the Samsung TV. We have provided a guide on how to find the codes, some common codes, and the whole programming process.
You can setup a universal remote with your Samsung TV in two ways – with or without codes.
Here’s how to program a universal remote for your Samsung TV – Power on your TV > select ‘TV’ as the device > start the setup mode > enter the right code > test if the remote works.
For more details, you can refer to our guide below. We have some common codes and how-to guides.
For 4-digit and 5-digit codes, use the following lists based on your universal remote’s requirements and your Samsung TV model. You can try these codes on your device if you are not sure which code is right for your model. Below we’ll go into more detail on how to find the right code based on your Samsung TV.
| 4-digit codes | 4-digit codes | 5-digit codes | 5-digit codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1249 | 587 | 10408 | 11060 |
| 37 | 1235 | 10178 | 10587 |
| 1584 | 3131 | 10329 | 10482 |
| 812 | 9 | 11632 | 10217 |
| 1506 | 178 | 10766 | 10702 |
| 556 | 370 | 10030 | 11575 |
| 1619 | 1458 | 12051 | 10812 |
| 2103 | 644 | 11959 | 10056 |
| 618 | 1630 | 10427 | 10650 |
| 93 | 2051 | 10060 | 10032 |
For this article, we will be using the GE Universal remote as an example. However, you can pair any universal remote of your choice to the Samsung TV.
If you prefer a more hands-on approach or if the automatic method doesn’t work, you can try the Manual Code Entry method.