Vizio TV Universal Remote Codes Unveiled

This manual is designed to assist in locating the exact universal remote codes needed for a Vizio TV. By the end of this document, you should be fully equipped to enhance your Vizio TV’s capabilities with a universal remote.

Renowned for its cost-effectiveness, Vizio stands out as a leading brand in the U.S. market for flat-screen televisions. In the year 2020, the firm reported the sale of over 7 million TVs, achieving an aggregate of more than 80 million TVs sold since its inception.

Your household electronic devices can be efficiently controlled with a universal remote designed for Vizio TVs. However, you will need the correct remote codes and programming steps to ensure the Vizio remote functions with your devices.

If you want to know the universal remote code for a Vizio TV, I have done the legwork for you. Keep reading!

How Do I Find My Vizio Universal Remote Code?

These are the steps on how to find the universal remote code for Vizio TV:

1. To program your Vizio remote, start by turning on your TV and holding down the power button for 5 seconds until the LED flashes.
2. Then, use the number buttons to input the programming code and watch for the LED to flash after each digit.
3. Once you’ve entered the correct code, the LED will flash twice and turn off to indicate acceptance.
4. Finally, test the remote by pressing the power button. If the TV turns off, the setup is complete.
5. If not, repeat the process with a different code.

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How to Program a Universal Remote to a Vizio TV Without a Code?

Here’s what you should do to program a universal remote to a Vizio TV without the use of codes:

1. Press and hold the SET and 0 buttons on your universal remote simultaneously.
2. Press the ON button simultaneously when the LED light indicator turns red. Press and release the button after a second. Repeat the process until the TV turns on.
3. Press the ENTER or OK button when the TV turns on to confirm that the code is right.

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Programming a universal remote to a Vizio TV without a code can be done through the auto-search feature. Here’s how:

1. Turn on your Vizio TV.
2. Press and hold the “Setup” button on your universal remote until the LED light comes on.
3. Press the “TV” button on the remote.
4. Press and hold the “Power” button on the remote while pointing it towards the TV. Keep holding it until the TV turns off.
5. Once the TV turns off, press the “Enter” button on the remote. This saves the code and the LED light should turn off.
6. Test the remote by pressing the “Power” button. If the TV turns on, the remote has been successfully programmed. If not, repeat the process until the TV responds.

What Are the Generic Electric Universal Remote Codes for Vizio TV?

Here are the GE universal remote codes for Vizio TV:

3-Digit Codes for GE Remotes Purchased Before 2006

• 081

4-Digit Codes (V1) for 2006-2011 Models

• 1169, 1168, 0081, 0112, 0143, 1011, 0050

4-Digit Codes (Mixed V2/V4) for 2011-2012 Models

• 5450, 5109, 5115, 5138, 5139, 5343

4-Digit Codes (V2) Manufactured Around 2011

• 5109, 5115, 5139, 5343, 5450

4-Digit Codes (V4) Manufactured Around 2012

• 5450, 5109, 5115, 5138, 5139, 5343

 4-Digit Codes (Mixed V3/V5/CL3/CL4/CL5) for New Models

• 1471, 5611, 5621, 5631, 1741, 2021, 2901, 6471, 3351, 6511, 3651, 3741, 3851, 4081, 6121, 6131, 5561, 5571, 5581, 5591, 5601, 5641, 5651, 6111, 5661, 5671, 5681, 5691, 5701, 5711

4-Digit Codes (V3) Manufactured Around 2012

• 2901, 1471, 1741, 2021, 3651, 3741, 3851, 4081

4-Digit Codes (V5) Manufactured Around 2013

• 1471, 1741, 2021, 2901, 3351, 3651, 3741, 3851, 4081

4-Digit Codes (CL3) GE Remotes Manufactured After 2013

• 5561, 5571, 5581, 5591, 5601, 5611, 5621, 5631, 5641, 5651, 5661, 5671, 5681, 5691, 5701, 5711, 2901, 1471, 1741, 2021, 3651, 3741, 3851,4081.

4-Digit Codes (CL4) GE Remotes Manufactured After 2016

• 5631, 5561, 6121, 6131, 5611, 6111, 5651, 5621, 5711

4-Digit Codes (CL5) GE Remotes Manufactured After 2019

• 5631, 5611, 5561, 6471, 6511, 6121, 6131, 6111, 5651, 5621, 5711

FAQs

Can I use any universal remote on a Vizio TV?

No, you can’t use any universal remote on a Vizio TV.

However, Vizio does have a “one-size-fits-all” universal remote for their TVs called the SmartCast Remote that works on all types of Vizio smart TVs.

If you don’t like to use the universal remote, the other option for you is to download the Vizio app on your phone to control the TV.

How do I know which universal remote code to use?

You can check the remote code in your TV product manual.

To find the right universal remote code for your TV, you can consult the instruction manual that came with the remote, visit the manufacturer’s website for a list of codes specific to your TV’s brand and model, or try using the auto-search feature on the remote.

This feature will cycle through available codes until the correct one is found. If you’re still unable to find the right code, you can reach out to the manufacturer’s customer support for assistance.

Why won’t my Vizio TV recognize my remote?

Chances are the remote batteries might need replacement or there may be objects obstructing the connection between the TV and the remote.

Check your remote batteries and ensure they’re working. Also, make sure there are no objects between the TV and the remote. You can also try power cycling the remote and the TV itself.

Conclusion

• Vizio has universal remote codes for the TV, sound bar, Blu-ray player, and streaming devices.
• Remote codes are strings of numbers (2–5) called remote codes to link with a particular device, such as a TV or soundbar.
• Some Vizio TVs may offer up to 200 different remote codes.
• To make your universal remote work with your TV, multimedia centers, or other household appliances, you’ll need to locate their unique codes.
• Look for the remote’s model number in the battery compartment or cover.

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