Setting Up a Universal Remote for Your Streaming Devices

A universal remote is designed to control multiple devices — a TV, a streaming box, and a soundbar, for example — from a single remote, which cuts down on remote-juggling considerably.

General setup steps

• Look up your TV and streaming device's brand and model, or use the remote's auto-scan feature if it has one
• Enter the code or run the scan following the remote's instructions
• Test basic functions — power, volume, and navigation — for each device

If a specific device won't respond

Some streaming sticks use Bluetooth remotes rather than infrared, which not every universal remote supports — check your device's specifications before assuming the pairing failed.

Keeping things simple

If a universal remote isn't cooperating, the device's original remote is always a reliable fallback while you troubleshoot — our FAQ page covers general device questions.