It’s really inconvenient when your Vizio TV remote isn’t working, and you must get up whenever you need to change channels or adjust the volume on your TV.
However, you can reprogram your Vizio TV remote buttons, to get it to work again like before. So in this article, our expert TV technicians will guide you on how to do this properly.
Can You Program Buttons on a Vizio Remote?
Yes, you can easily reprogram buttons on your remote. This process is practically the same as when you program your Vizio remote during the initial setup.
You must only connect your remote to the television and take control through the Vizio universal remote codes.
How to Reprogram the Remote Buttons
Reprograming remote buttons may sound difficult, but the process is easy to follow and will only take a few minutes to complete.
To get started, refer to the steps below:
1. Turn on your Vizio television manually using the “Power” button on its body.
2. Press the “TV” or “Device” button on the remote. Hold the button for about five seconds and wait for the indicator light to blink twice until it transfers to a steady light. You may need to repeat the process if the light turns off until the light holds properly.
3. Then search the internet for the appropriate universal code for your Vizio TV. We suggest writing the code down before starting the process for convenient access.
4. Enter the code by pressing the number on your remote keypad while the light is on and steady. Wait for the light to blink once before pressing the next code to ensure the numbers are properly entered.
5. Once the complete code is entered, wait for the light to blink twice until it shuts off. This indicates that the code was accepted, and the remote is now reprogrammed to your Vizio TV.
6. Press the power button on the remote to test if it’s now properly working. Once the television turns on, press the buttons on the remote to determine if all the controls are functioning properly.
How to Troubleshoot a Vizio Remote
If your first Vizio remote reprogramming process fails, we recommend repeating the entire steps to ensure the correct code is entered properly.
However, if you are sure that all the steps were followed correctly and it still fails even after several attempts, you need to perform basic Vizio remote troubleshooting to identify the main cause of the problem.
You can follow the points below to troubleshoot your Vizio remote:
- Replace your Vizio remote batteries. Often, the remote malfunction is only caused by weak batteries in your remote. Try some new batteries and repeat the process to determine if it will solve the problem.
It’s also important to clean the remote battery compartment and ensure the batteries are properly positioned. - Ensure that the remote has a direct and clear line of view to the television. Remove any obstructions like furniture or objects hindering a clear connection of the remote to your TV.
- If, at this point, your Vizio remote still fails to connect to your TV, we recommend you try a different remote to determine if it’s the real cause of the problem. Also, try to pair your Vizio remote to a different TV to determine if it’s really the issue and not your Vizio TV.
- If you are certain that the source of the problem is your Vizio remote and trying basic troubleshooting did not solve your concern, you need to contact Vizio customer support directly for further assistance.
- The Vizio remote is proven to last longer but in some rare cases, replacing it is the best option, especially when the warranty is still valid. Vizio has a warranty program that covers remote replacement.
Conclusion
We appreciate a TV remote’s convenience, and it is truly disappointing when it suddenly stops working. But do not give up just yet; you can always try to reprogram your Vizio TV remote buttons by following the easy steps outlined above.
But if the issue gets out of hand, the best solution is to contact Vizio support for a remote replacement, which the Vizio warranty [1] covers.
