CPR FOR A DEAD REMOTE
Many remotes that stop working can be brought back to life using this
procedure to "re-boot" them:
 | Remove the batteries. |
| Press every button on the remote, one at a
time until all buttons have been pressed and released once. |
| Install NEW batteries. Even if the old ones
"tested" good or were new. We have seen new batteries that were
bad, even though they tested ok. |
| For original equipment remotes (the one
that came with your set), you may need to press the TV or VCR button to
select the type of equipment you want to control, then check to see if it
works. If so, GREAT. |
| For universal remotes made by a manufacturer other than the one who built your set, you will have to re-enter the code for the brand of equipment you have. Then try to control your set. If it works again, congradulations. |
If this procedure fails to revive your remote control, you have 3 choices:
| Train the kids or pet to handle the task, or
do it yourself the old way. |
| Buy a universal remote. These are
usually less expensive than the original equipment one, and available at the
corner drug or electronics store. They generally do not operate all
functions. They may work power, channel, volume, but not work menus and
other special features. They also have to be "programmed" for your
type of equipment, and contrary to what you think "universal"
means, they do not work all sets. In rare instances they can actually send
signals that can put your set into undesirable modes or cause it to stop
functioning completely. |
| Buy and original equipment replacement for your brand/model set. These tend to be somewhat more expensive, and may have to be ordered by your service agency, but they will do everything your original did, without programming. |
Halle's Service, Inc. can special order original equipment remotes for the brands we represent. Special orders must be prepaid, and usually arrive at the store within a week. See our Parts & Orders page for ordering details.
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