Programming your DirecTV remote to a Sharp TV allows you to control both devices using a single remote. DirecTV remotes come in three types: Genie, Universal, and Gemini. The programming steps differ for each remote model. This article provides a detailed guide on the remote codes and procedures for programming each type of DirecTV remote to work with a Sharp TV.
How to Program DirecTV Remote to Sharp TV
Depending on the DirecTV model, follow these guidelines to program the remote to a Sharp TV.
Genie Remote
1. Switch on your Sharp TV to which you have set up your DirecTV receiver. Aim the Genie remote to the device (Genie HD DVR, Mini, or Wireless Genie Mini).
2. Long press the Mute and Enter buttons until the green light blinks on the Genie remote.
3. On the Sharp TV screen, you can see an Apply IR/RF Setup message. This means that the remote is in RF mode and ready to program.
4. Get to the Home page and press the Menu button.
5. Go to Settings, scroll down, and select the Remote Control option.
6. Tap Program Remote and select your Sharp TV name from the list.
7. Complete the remote programming by following the on-screen instructions.
Try the Manual Programming
1. Point your DirecTV Genie remote towards the device (Genie HD DVR, Mini, or Wireless Genie Mini).
2. Long-press the Mute button and Select button until the green light of the remote blinks twice.
3. Press the button code 961 on the remote.
4. Hit the Channel button once and press the Enter button on the RF setup menu.
5. Press the Menu button.
6. Navigate to Settings and click Remote Control.
7. Choose the option Program Remote and pick the Sharp TV name from the menu. Finally, follow the on-screen procedures to complete the remote programming process and use the remote.
DirecTV Universal Remote
The procedure to program a DirecTV universal remote will vary slightly depending on the receiver model, which is explained below.
For HD DVR or HD receiver
1. Set up the Sharp TV with the DirecTV receiver and press the Menu button on the remote.
2. Head to the Settings section and select the Remote Control option.
3. Choose Program Remote and choose TV from the list. Now, you have to enter a remote code to continue.
4. Visit the code lookup tool website to find your Sharp TV’s compatible 5-digit remote codes.
5. Once you take note of remote codes, follow the on-screen messages to enter a code and finish remote pairing.
Standard DVR or SD receiver
1. Ensure your Sharp TV has been set up with a DirecTV receiver. Once done, press the Menu button on its universal remote.
2. From the options, choose Parental Favs & Setup and hit the System Setup option.
3. Tap Remote or Remote Control and navigate to the Program Remote section.
4. Choose your Sharp TV and proceed with the on-screen prompts.
5. If you can’t find your device, visit the remote code lookup website and find your Sharp TV’s respective remote codes.
6. Enter the code in the required field and follow the displayed instructions.
Gemini Voice Remote
Before you start, ensure Bluetooth is enabled on Sharp TV so you can sync your DirecTV Gemini Voice Remote quickly.
1. Press the Home key on the Gemini Voice Remote and head to the Settings section.
2. From the menu, tap System and select Remote & Devices.
3. On the next page, click the Program Your Remote option.
4. Further, choose your TV name for the remote to synchronize it.
5. Complete the pairing process by following the guidelines on the TV screen.
FAQ
You can reset the DirecTV remote to fix the remote programming issue. Hold the Mute and Select keys on the remote until the status light blinks thrice. Press 9-8-1 and click the Select key. Now, the remote’s status light will blink four times to indicate that the reset is done.
Yes. You can use the manual programming to program the DirecTV remote to Sharp Aquos TV without codes.
