# Philips Universal Remote Codes and Programming Guide

By: Vishnu Mohan | In: Programming | Last updated: 10/04/2025

Philips universal remotes can operate a variety of audio and video devices from almost any brand, making them a convenient solution for simplifying your home entertainment setup. If you have one and want to program your remote, you need to enter a specific Philips remote code. Luckily, our code finder tool can help you find the right code for your particular device.

In this article, I’ll show you how to use our code finder tool to quickly find the code and how to program your remote with it. We have a comprehensive code library and a detailed illustrated programming guide to simplify your task. So, without further ado, let’s start.

## Philips Universal Remote Codes

The new 4-digit Philips remote programming codes for popular TV brands are listed below:

- Hisense: 6161, 1651, 6251, 6171, 4891, 2081
- Insignia: 2891, 0371, 6381, 6091, 6171
- LG: 6021, 5511, 0001, 6171, 3001, 1911
- Magnavox: 5741, 4191, 6171, 4761, 2321
- Panasonic: 5821, 1571, 6231, 3401
- Philips: 6221, 0181, 3031, 6171, 6241, 5741
- Roku TV: 6171, 6251, 6001, 6381, 2891, 1741
- Samsung: 5791, 5801, 3301, 3321, 0531
- Sony: 1071, 5811, 5321, 1641, 4981
- TCL: 6171, 5961, 6031, 2851, 0091
- Vizio: 5631, 5611, 1471, 5561, 0001

To find more brands and codes of other devices like DVDs, Blu-ray players, streaming media players, etc., use the code lookup tool below.

### Philips Universal Remote Code Lookup Tool

Code Type

Device Type

Brand

Note: The codes are compiled from multiple sources, so not all codes may be compatible with your specific remote model.

## How to Program Philips Universal Remote

To program a Philips universal remote, we have 2 methods: direct code entry and code search. The sections below will show you each of the methods in detail.

### 1. Direct Code Entry

1. Power on the device you want to control.
2. Press and hold the device selection button (e.g., TV) for 5 seconds until the LED turns on.
3. Look up the remote code for your specific device from the code finder tool.
4. Enter the first code using the numeric buttons.
5. If the light turns off, a valid code is saved. Otherwise, the light will flash once and then remain on for code re-entry.
6. Finally, test the device with the universal remote. If your device responds correctly, you have entered the right code. Otherwise, repeat from step 2 and enter the next code on the list.

- Your device may only respond to certain buttons. If this happens, try the next code in the list, and if there’s an issue with a code or key, use the learning function if your remote supports it.
- You can set up any device using any device button; for example, you can set up a TV using the SAT button.
- Before entering any digit in Step 4, you can press the device button to exit setup mode.

### 2. Code Search

If you can’t set up your remote manually, try the code search method, which scans the code database to find the correct code for your device automatically.

To program your Philips universal remote without code using code search, follow the steps below.

1. Power on your device.
2. Press and hold the device selection button (e.g., TV) for 5 seconds until the LED lights up.
3. Point the universal remote at your device. Then, press and release the Power or Standby button to start searching for the code specific to your brand. The remote will send a different infrared signal every 2 seconds, indicated by a blue flash.
4. Press the OK button when your device turns off to save the code. The blue LED indicator will turn off.
5. Test the device with the remote. If it responds correctly, you’ve successfully saved the right code.

Note: You can reverse code search by pressing the Power button again during the process. This is useful if you missed pressing OK within 2 seconds, but make sure to power on the device again.

Now that you have a solid grasp of how to program your Philips universal remote, I hope this article serves as a helpful guide for setting it up with your device. If you have the right Philips remote code handy, start with the direct method for a quick setup. If you don’t have a code, switch to the automatic method to make the process easier and avoid the hassle of finding the appropriate codes.

Give it a shot, and I would love to hear how it worked for you! If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to drop a comment below. I’m here to help!

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do I reset my Philips universal remote?

To reset your Philips universal remote, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the SETUP button until the indicator light stays lit, then release.
2. Press the MUTE button.
3. Press the 0 button. The indicator light will flash twice to confirm the reset.

#### About the Author: Vishnu Mohan

Vishnu is a professional home theater technician and experienced AV installer with over 7 years of hands-on experience setting up custom home entertainment systems. He specializes in universal remote programming, system troubleshooting, and AV integration and optimization, with a focus on making complex setups intuitive and user-friendly. He has extensive experience with a wide range of brands, including Logitech Harmony, GE, RCA, One For All, and more, and enjoys helping users get the most out of their devices. When he's not on the job, he shares remote codes, programming procedures, and troubleshooting tips right here on the blog to help others confidently take control of their home tech.

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