Are you wondering if you could utilize the DirecTV remote as an alternative for a damaged TV remote controller? Gladly, if you have the remote or are trying to buy a new Universal DirecTV remote, you may connect it to your TV. This will save your cost as you can switch it back to DirecTV mode anytime.

Connecting your DirecTV remote to your TV isn’t head-scratching as you think. you may program your Universal and Genie DirecTV remotes to your TV with a few setups.

So, in this article, let’s learn how to connect your DirecTV remote to your TV.

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What Can I Control With DirecTV Remote?

With the Universal DirecTV Remote, you may control various devices. Please find it out below.

How to Connect My DirecTV Remote to My TV?

you may use Universal and Genie DirecTV Remote to control basic functions such as adjusting the volume or changing channels. However, you cannot control the default TV settings. Check out the steps to connect your DirecTV remote to your TV below.

Using Universal DirecTV Remote

As mentioned, the Universal DirecTV Remote, i.e., the new white remote, can be used to control various devices. It has the switch mode to change the program between devices. But, before you use it to control your TV, you must program it first. Follow the various steps to program the remote and change the input source of the TV below.

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Before you utilize the Universal DirecTV remote to control your TV, you must program it first from the settings. Please find the steps for HD and Standard Receiver below.

For HD DVR or HD receiver

For Standard DVR or Standard Receiver

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Change the Input Source of Your TV

After you’ve programmed your remote, you may change the TV’s input source. Finally, the remote will be connected to your TV, and you can control the TV functions. Please check out the given steps.

Using Genie DirecTV Remote

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