How to connect Xfinity Remote to TV? 2 easy methods

How do I connect the Xfinity remote to my TV? Use the Xfinity online search tool to program the remote to your TV. Hold down the setup button, if present on the Xfinity remote control, before entering the code. The Xfinity and Mute buttons must be pressed and held if they are not.

To program the voice remote to your TV, if you have an Xfinity voice remote, say “Program Remote”.

Overview of Xfinity consoles

You can quickly and successfully monitor and control your viewing experience with Xfinity Remotes. With just a few simple clicks, you can change channels, adjust volume, change language, and more.

If you have an Xfinity Internet or Xfinity TV subscription (for Xfinity Flex 4K streaming device or Xfinity X1 set top box respectively), you can get Xfinity Remote.

Also, you can look at the back of your remote control or the battery compartment to identify your Xfinity Remote model.

The most popular Xfinity remotes are XR2, XR5, XR11, XR15, XR16 etc. Voice instructions can be used with XR11, XR15 and XR16 voice remotes.

What type of remote do you have?

First, we need to find out if your remote contains a settings button.

Remotes without setting buttons

1. XR11, XR5 remote

2. Remote XR2

3. Silver remote

Remotes with setting buttons

1. XR15 Remote

Remote Xfinity Codes

It would be helpful if you first learned the remote control codes before proceeding with the process of syncing the Xfinity Remote with the TV.

These codes provide commands to the TV system to identify the make and model of the remote control, allowing for faster and more efficient programming.

Visit https://www.xfinity.com/support/remotes to get codes if you don’t already have them.

Select the model of the remote control that came with your Xfinity X1 and you will receive your model number. You can find the codes to be entered when syncing with Xfinity X1 on the next page.

How to use Xfinity remote code lookup

• Access xfinity.com/remotes by going there.

• After selecting the remote, click Continue.
• Select the type of device you want to manage.
• Select the brand of the device.
• Then click Next.
• You will find the most likely codes on the next page.

If you don’t have a manufacturer’s code

• Turn on the TV.
• Keep holding the “Setup”button on the remote control.
• Pressing and holding the Xfinity and Info(i) buttons at the same time will work if you don’t have a setup button.
• It will change from red to green on the top LED of the remote control.
• Enter 9-9-1.
• Requires two flashes of the green LED.
• To turn off the TV, press CH (Channel Up) repeatedly.
• Click “Setting”to block the code after the TV is turned off.
• On the remote control, press the TV’s power button. The remote control is successfully configured to control the TV if it turns on.

If you have a manufacturer’s code

• Turn on the TV.
• Keep holding the “Setup”button on the remote control.
• Pressing and holding the Xfinity and Info(i) buttons at the same time will work if you don’t have a setup button.
• It will change from red to green on the top LED of the remote control.
• Using the numeric keypad on the remote control, enter the code you found in the previous step.
• The LED at the top will blink green twice after the remote control has been successfully paired.

Functions

Hide your cable box

Once connected with the cable box, this remote control can control the box hidden from view.

Simplified non-modal control

With the exception of the TV POWER, VOLUME, MUTE and INPUT buttons, all buttons on the remote control are used to control the cable box.

Voice control

You can search for information by channel, program name or keywords by simply pressing a button and speaking the words.

Installation Instructions

Turn on the TV, then follow the steps below to program the remote.

Be careful when pointing the remote at the TV during setup.

• Hold down the SETUP button until the LED turns GREEN.
• Enter the code displayed in the CodeFinder on this website page into the remote control using the number keys.
• Make sure the remote control can control the TV’s power and volume by checking it. If not, try again with the next code from the list.

Removed Features

Navigation keys

1. Voice command Push to talk: allows you to use voice commands to search for channels and programmes.
2. XFINITY User Guide/Menu, Recorded Programs, On Demand, Applications, Search and Settings.

Power keys

1. You can turn the TV on and off with TV POWER.
2. YOUR CABLE TANK, TV AND AUDIO DEVICE TURN OFF AND ON.

Other keys

1. SETUP is a programming language for remote control.
2. The TV input is used to switch between video inputs.

How to connect Xfinity Remote to TV?

If you want to use Xfinity Remotes, you must be a subscriber to the Xfinity TV service. You can also rent the Xfinity X1 set-top box with features such as streaming from Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime and more, as well as a range of TV channels.

Northeast Division

The Digital Extra Xfinity TV plan includes over 140 channels and features including FX, TLC, HGTV, Bravo, X1 TV Box, X1 Voice Remote, and on-demand remote control. The cost of this is $67.97 per month.

The Preferred Xfinity TV plan includes over 220 channels and features, including Xfinity Premium channels including NFL Network, NBA TV, MLB Network, X1 TV Box, Xfinity TV app and X1 Voice Remote. The cost of this is $69.99 per month.

The Digital Premier Xfinity TV plan includes over 260 channels and features, including Xfinity Premium channels including HBO Max, SHOWTIME, TMC, Hitz, EPIX, X1 TV Box, Xfinity TV App, X1 Voice Remote. The cost of this is $69.99 per month.

Central Division

The Basix Xfinity Tv plan includes over 10 channels and features including ABC, NBC, FOX, Xfinity Streaming app, free starter kit and delivery, select on demand. The cost of this is $20 per month.

The Digital Extra Xfinity TV plan includes over 140 channels and features including FX, TLC, HGTV, Bravo, X1 TV Box, X1 Voice Remote, free starter kit and shipping. The cost of this is $49.99 per month.

The Preferred Xfinity TV plan includes over 200 channels and features, including NFL Network, NBA TV, MLB Network, X1 TV Box, Xfinity TV app, and X1 Voice Remote. The cost of this is $80 per month.

Western division

The Digital Extra Xfinity TV plan includes over 140 channels and features including FX, TLC, HGTV, Bravo, X1 TV Box, X1 Voice Remote and On Demand. The cost of this is $49.99 per month.

The Preferred Xfinity TV plan includes over 220 channels and features, including Xfinity Premium channels including NFL Network, NBA TV, MLB Network, X1 TV Box, Xfinity TV app and X1 Voice Remote. The cost of this is $59.99 per month.

Programming Xfinity remotes without setup button – XR16, XR15 Voice Remote

The lack of a number pad on the XR16 compared to the XR15 remote is an important difference.

Instead, you use voice commands to start the setup, which do not require a code. However, both remotes lack the usual setup button.

Setting up an Xfinity voice remote to connect to a TV box or audio device is impressive and easy if you have an XR16 or XR15.

Steps to follow for XR15 remote control

• The Xfinity and Mute switches on the remote control must be pressed simultaneously and held for five seconds. It should change from red to green on the LED display.
• Use the web search tool to find the five digit code and then enter it. You can continue if the green light flashes twice.
• Once pairing is complete, you should use the Xfinity voice remote to control basic TV functions such as power and volume.

Repeat the procedure with an alternative code or reset the Xfinity console if you get no results.

Steps to follow for XR16 remote control

• Say “Program remote”while holding down the microphone/voice button on the remote control.
• A screen should appear on your TV screen asking for your approval before you can control the device’s volume and power. Choose “Yes”without hesitation.
• Follow the instructions on the screen to complete programming.

You can start programming directly if the voice command option does not work.

To access “Remote Setup”on your TV, press A on the remote control.

Try to factory reset your Xfinity Remote using the setup button (XR11)

You may need to restore the factory settings if the controls on your voice remote (model XR11) are still unresponsive. Reset to factory settings:

• Press the “Setup”button several times until the top LED of the remote control changes color from red to green.
• Press 9-8-1.
• When the remote control has been reset, the LED will flash green twice.

Your remote control and TV box are not linked after a factory reset. Thus, it would be helpful if you connected them again.

Factory Reset Xfinity Voice Remote without Setup Button (XR15)

You may need to restore factory settings if the voice remote (XR15 buttons) is still not responding. How to reset factory settings:

• The status indicator will change from red to green after three seconds of pressing and holding the A (triangle) and D (diamond) buttons at the same time.
• Press 9-8-1.
• After resetting the remote control, the LED will flash blue three times.

Final Thoughts

Pairing conventional universal remote controls can be a daunting task. Xfinity remotes simplify this process with online code lookup capabilities that make it easy to pair the remote.

You can always get help from Xfinity customer support if you have any problems.

The basic pairing procedures for Xfinity remotes are the same whether you’re using a set-top box, voice remote, or a simpler type.

FAQ

How to connect the remote to the TV?

Launch the settings window. If your remote has a ‘Quick Settings’ option: Your TV’s menu settings will determine the next steps: Enable the microphone button on the remote by selecting ‘Remotes & Accessories’ – use Bluetooth for communication. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.

How do I connect the Xfinity Remote to a TV without a cable box?

Spend five seconds holding down the Xfinity and Info buttons. Hold until the Voice Remote indicator turns green. Enter the three-digit code displayed on the screen and accept the on-screen instructions.

How do I reset the Xfinity Remote for a new TV?

The status indicator will change from red to green after three seconds of pressing and holding the A (triangle) and D (diamond) buttons at the same time. Press 9-8-1. After resetting the remote control, the LED will flash blue three to four times.

How to program Xfinity Remote to TV without Xfinity TV Box?

Spend five seconds holding down the Xfinity and Info buttons. Hold until the Voice Remote indicator turns green. Enter the three-digit pairing code displayed on the screen and follow the on-screen instructions.