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- 01The 30-second test
- 02Method 1: Turn on HDMI-CEC so the Astro remote runs your TV
- 03Method 2: Program the Astro remote with your TV's brand code
- 04Method 3: Use auto-search when you don't know the code
- 05Method 4: Control the TV from your phone instead
- 06Fix 1: The Astro remote still won't control the TV
- 07Which method fits your setup?
- 08Frequently Asked Questions
- 09Can the Astro remote control my TV volume?
- 10What is the code to set the Astro remote to a Samsung TV?
- 11Why won't my Astro remote control my TV?
- 12How do I set up my Astro Ulti remote to my TV?
- 13Can I use my phone as a remote for my Hisense TV?
- 14Related guides
To set your Astro remote to your TV, press and hold the remote's TV button until it blinks, then key in your TV brand's 3-digit code from Astro's official list. No code? Use auto-search instead. On newer Astro Ulti boxes, turn on HDMI-CEC and the remote controls your TV automatically.
I got tired of two remotes cluttering my coffee table. My living-room setup is a Hisense A7 with an Astro Ulti box, and the bedroom still runs an older Astro B.yond decoder with an IR remote. Both can drive the TV, but the steps differ. If you searched cara set remote Astro ke TV, here's the full, honest version in plain steps.
The 30-second test
Before you program anything, check which box you own. The right method depends on it. Look at the model badge on your Astro decoder.
- Astro Ulti or Astro Fibre box — usually supports HDMI-CEC. Try Method 1 first.
- Older Astro B.yond or standard IR box — use the brand code (Method 2) or auto-search (Method 3).
- Not sure? Point your phone camera at the remote's tip and press a button. If you see a faint light in the preview, it's an IR remote — start at Method 2.
Own a Hisense TV? You can skip remote programming for the TV side completely. The free HiRemote app turns your iPhone into a Hisense TV remote over Wi-Fi — power, volume, and app launches. Your Astro remote still runs the Astro box; your phone runs the TV.
Method 1: Turn on HDMI-CEC so the Astro remote runs your TV
Newer Astro Ulti and Astro Fibre boxes talk to your TV over the HDMI cable. Turn on HDMI-CEC and the Astro remote controls TV power and volume with no codes at all.
Here's the path on most TVs:
- Open your TV's Settings menu.
- Find the HDMI or System section. Samsung calls CEC "Anynet+", LG calls it "SimpLink", Sony "Bravia Sync", and Hisense "HDMI-CEC".
- Turn CEC on.
- Check that the Astro box is plugged into a CEC-capable HDMI port (usually HDMI 1).
- Test the volume and power buttons on the Astro remote.
When it won't work: very old TVs don't support CEC. Some brands pass power but not volume. If volume stays dead, move on to Method 2.
Method 2: Program the Astro remote with your TV's brand code
This is the classic method for IR Astro remotes on older decoders. You enter a 3-digit code for your TV's brand.
- Switch on your TV.
- On the Astro remote, press and hold the TV button. The light blinks to show it's ready.
- While the light blinks, key in your TV brand's 3-digit code. Get the exact code from Astro's official code list.
- The light blinks twice to confirm a saved code.
- Press the power button to test. If the TV turns off, it worked.
When it won't work: one brand can have several codes. If the first fails, repeat with the next code on the list. Still nothing? Use auto-search below.
Method 3: Use auto-search when you don't know the code
Use this when you don't know your TV's code, or the listed codes all fail. The remote cycles through every code until your TV responds.
- Switch on your TV.
- Press and hold the TV button until the light blinks.
- Point the remote at the TV. Press Channel Up slowly, about once per second.
- Each press tries a new code. Stop the moment the TV switches off.
- Press OK or the power button to lock in that code.
When it won't work: auto-search is slow and easy to overshoot. If the TV turns off, don't keep pressing — save right away. If you miss it, start over.
Stuck cycling codes? If your TV is a Hisense Roku model, our free browser Roku remote needs no app and no pairing — type the TV's IP address and control it from any phone. For VIDAA and Google TV Hisense sets, the HiRemote app does the same over Wi-Fi.
Method 4: Control the TV from your phone instead
Sometimes the cleanest fix is to stop using the Astro remote for the TV at all. If you own a Hisense TV, your phone becomes the TV remote while the Astro remote stays on the Astro box.
The free HiRemote app pairs with a Hisense TV over your home Wi-Fi in about 30 seconds. No account, no cables. It supports VIDAA U6–U9, Google TV A6/A7 and H-series, and Roku Hisense models.
You get power, volume, mute, the full D-pad, a real keyboard for Netflix logins, and one-tap app launches. It holds a 4.4 rating across 1,600+ ratings on the US App Store. Here's the honest limit: it controls the TV, not your Astro decoder. You'll still use the Astro remote to change channels on the box. For the full walkthrough, see our guide on using your phone as a Hisense TV remote.
Fix 1: The Astro remote still won't control the TV
Ran the steps and the TV still ignores the Astro remote? Work through these in order:
- Swap in two fresh AAA batteries. Weak batteries kill IR range first.
- Point the remote straight at the TV's IR window, with nothing blocking it.
- Redo the programming slowly — rushing the code entry is the top cause of failure.
- On CEC setups, confirm CEC is on for both the TV and the Astro box.
- Try the next brand code on Astro's list; the first one isn't always right.
- Still stuck? Contact Astro support — a faulty remote can be replaced.
Which method fits your setup?
| Method | Best for | Needs a code? | Controls TV power + volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI-CEC | Astro Ulti / Fibre boxes | No | Yes, if the TV supports CEC |
| Brand code | Older IR Astro remotes | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-search | Unknown TV code | No | Yes |
| Phone app (Hisense) | Hisense TV owners | No | Yes — TV only, not the Astro box |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Astro remote control my TV volume?
Yes, once you program it. The Astro remote has a TV mode that sends volume and power signals to your set. Program it with your TV's brand code, run auto-search, or enable HDMI-CEC on newer Astro Ulti boxes. After setup, the volume buttons control the TV, not the Astro box's digital output.
What is the code to set the Astro remote to a Samsung TV?
There's no single universal code — it depends on your Samsung model and Astro's current list. Rather than guess a number, hold the TV button and run auto-search: press Channel Up until the TV switches off, then save. That finds the right Samsung code with no typing. You can also check Astro's official list for a direct code.
Why won't my Astro remote control my TV?
The most common cause is a failed or half-finished programming sequence. Redo it slowly, holding the TV button until the light blinks. Also check for fresh batteries, a clear line of sight to the TV, and the correct brand code. On HDMI-CEC setups, confirm CEC is on for both the TV and the Astro box.
How do I set up my Astro Ulti remote to my TV?
Start with HDMI-CEC — it's the easiest path on Ulti boxes. Turn on CEC in your TV's settings (Samsung calls it Anynet+, LG SimpLink, Hisense HDMI-CEC). The Astro Ulti remote then controls TV power and volume over the HDMI cable. If CEC isn't available, program the remote with your TV's brand code instead.
Can I use my phone as a remote for my Hisense TV?
Yes. The free HiRemote app turns your iPhone into a Hisense TV remote over Wi-Fi. It covers power, volume, the D-pad, a full keyboard, and app shortcuts for VIDAA, Google TV, and Roku Hisense models. It controls the TV, not your Astro box — you'll still use the Astro remote for channels on the decoder.
