Many electronic media devices come with a remote control that you can program to control more than one device. The purpose of this functionality is to presumably clear up the clutter of multiple remotes and ultimately facilitate the user experience. However, using a single universal type of remote can often cause confusion in the programming and execution steps, and in some instances, a universal remote doesn't allow you to access all the functions of each device. In such cases, you may prefer to use separate remotes to control your devices.
Step 1
Locate the remote that controls your TV. One simple way to tell which one is the TV remote is to check the brand name on the remote itself. If it's the original remote, it will share the same brand name as the TV.
Step 2
Push the button labeled "TV." Many remotes come with built-in capabilities to control more than one device and you must select the device you want to control, which in this case is the TV. Then press the power button.
Step 3
Locate the remote labeled "satellite" or the one which shares the same brand name as your satellite receiver. Press the satellite button to activate that device. Then press the power button.
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