How to Change Your DIRECTV Remote to Control HDMI Input
Learn how to program your DIRECTV remote to switch your TV to HDMI input with easy step-by-step instructions.
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To change your DIRECTV remote to HDMI, you generally need to program the remote to control your TV's input. Start by turning on your TV and the DIRECTV box. Then, press and hold the ‘MUTE’ and ‘SELECT’ buttons on your remote until the green light flashes twice. Enter the 5-digit code for your TV brand. This will program your remote to control your TV. Then, use the TV or remote's input button to switch to the HDMI source you desire. Note: Specific models may have varying steps.
FAQs & Answers
- How do I program my DIRECTV remote to my TV? Press and hold the MUTE and SELECT buttons until the green light flashes twice, then enter the 5-digit code for your TV brand to program your DIRECTV remote.
- What if the 5-digit code does not work on my DIRECTV remote? Try alternate codes listed for your TV brand or use the automatic code search feature by holding MUTE and SELECT and then pressing CH+ repeatedly until the TV responds.
- Can I use my DIRECTV remote to switch HDMI inputs directly? The DIRECTV remote can control your TV’s input, but switching to HDMI inputs may still require pressing the TV or remote's input button after programming the remote.