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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How to Program a WOW! Universal Remote: Complete Setup Guide PDF download Download Article Learn how to operate other devices with your WOW! TV remote Co-authored by Jocotra Cathey and Nicole Levine, MFA

Last Updated: December 9, 2024 Fact Checked

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This article was co-authored by Jocotra Cathey and by wikiHow staff writer, Nicole Levine, MFA. Jocotra Cathey is a TV Mounting Service Expert and the business owner of TV Mount Charlotte, a professional TV mounting company operating in Charlotte, North Carolina. For the past 18 years, Jocotra's company has offered premier home theater installation services, specializing in home theater design, wiring and installation, projector and screen installation, wire concealing, and more. He has received certifications in Computer Science and Low-Voltage Certification from Central Piedmont Community College. There are 7 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 93,324 times.

You can program your WOW! universal remote to control multiple devices in your home, including your television, audio and video players, and more. The easiest way to program your WOW! remote is to do an automatic code search, but you can also find WOW remote codes in your model's manual. This guide will teach you how to program a WOW! remote control, with helpful troubleshooting tips from TV Mounting Service Expert Jocotra Cathey.

Quick Steps

  1. Turn on the device you want to program.
  2. Point the remote at the device and press the device button (e.g., TV).
  3. Press and hold SETUP until the device button blinks twice.
  4. Enter 991.
  5. Press and release CH+ repeatedly to scan codes until the device turns off.
  6. Press PWR to turn the device back on.
  7. Press SETUP to lock in the programming code.

Steps

Section 1 of 5:

Programming the WOW Atlas Universal Remote

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  1. Step 1 Turn on the device you want to program. 1 Turn on the device you want to program. For example, if you want to control your TV with your WOW remote, turn on your TV.
  2. Step 2 Press the correct device button while pointing the remote at the device. 2 Press the correct device button while pointing the remote at the device. For example, if programming the remote with your television, press the “TV” button.[1] Advertisement
  3. Step 3 Press and hold SETUP until the device button blinks twice. 3 Press and hold SETUP until the device button blinks twice. After the second blink, you can release the button.
  4. Step 4 Find the code for the device you want to program. 4 Find the code for the device you want to program. You can find the full list in this reference guide.
  5. Step 5 Enter the programming code and press the POWER key. 5 Enter the programming code and press the POWER key. The device will power off when the correct programming code has been entered.
  6. Step 6 Search for a code (optional). 6 Search for a code (optional). If you cannot find a code for your device, you can search for the code using your WOW remote. Here's how:
    • Turn on the device you want to program.
    • With the remote aimed at the device, press the device button (for example, TV).
    • Press and hold the SETUP button until the device button blinks twice.
    • Enter 991. The device key will blink twice again.
    • Aim the remote at the device and press PWR once.
    • Press and release CH+ repeatedly. This searches through the available codes.
    • Once the code is found, the device will turn off.
    • Press PWR to turn the device back on using your WOW remote.
    • Press SETUP once to lock in the code.[2]
  7. Step 7 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote. 7 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote.
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Programming the WOW Ultra/Arris MP2000 Remote

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  1. Step 1 Turn on the device you want to program. 1 Turn on the device you want to program. Ensure the device is plugged in and powered on.
  2. Step 2 Press and hold the MENU and OK buttons at the same time. 2 Press and hold the MENU and OK buttons at the same time. Continue holding down these buttons until the POWER key blinks two times.[3]
  3. Step 3 Enter 991. 3 Enter 991. This puts the remote into programming mode.
  4. Step 4 Enter 1 to search for TV codes, or 3 for audio devices. 4 Enter 1 to search for TV codes, or 3 for audio devices.[4]
  5. Step 5 Point the remote at the device and press NAV UP. 5 Point the remote at the device and press NAV UP. Keep doing this until you find the correct code. When the WOW remote finds the correct code, it will turn the device off. Stop pressing NAV UP when this happens.
  6. Step 6 Press the OK button to save the code. 6 Press the OK button to save the code. The POWER key will blink two times to indicate the remote is now programmed for the selected device.
  7. Step 7 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote. 7 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote.
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Section 3 of 5:

Programming the WOW Experience Remote

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  1. Step 1 Turn on the device you want to program. 1 Turn on the device you want to program. Ensure the device is plugged in and powered on.
  2. Step 2 Point the remote at your device and press the A or B button. 2 Point the remote at your device and press the A or B button. If you're programming your WOW remote for a TV, press A for TV setup. If you're programming it for an audio device, press B.[5]
  3. Step 3 Point the remote at your device and hold down the OK button. 3 Point the remote at your device and hold down the OK button. Continue holding down the button to allow the remote to scan for codes.
    • Alternatively, if you have the code for the device you're programming, press and hold the OK and MUTE keys at the same time until "Power" blinks twice, then enter the code.
    • To find a list of device codes, check out this reference guide.
  4. Step 4 Release the OK button when the device turns off. 4 Release the OK button when the device turns off. When the WOW remote finds the correct code, it will turn off the device. You can now use your WOW remote to turn it back on and control the device.
  5. Step 5 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote. 5 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote.
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Programming the WOW Polaris Universal Remote

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  1. Step 1 Turn on the device you want to program. 1 Turn on the device you want to program. Ensure the device is plugged in and powered on.
    • Your WOW remote is already programmed for your set-top box. However, you can use this guide to program the remote to turn your TV on and off.
  2. Step 2 Press the TV button on your remote. 2 Press the TV button on your remote. The button will blink one time.
  3. Step 3 Press and hold the SETUP button. 3 Press and hold the SETUP button. When the button blinks twice, release it.[6]
  4. Step 4 Enter the programming code for your device. 4 Enter the programming code for your device. You can find a list of programming codes in this reference guide. As long as you have entered the code correctly, you can now begin using your WOW remote to control the selected TV.
  5. Step 5 Do a code search if this doesn't work. 5 Do a code search if this doesn't work. If you can't find a code for your device or the code is not accepted, you can do a code search. Here's how:
    • Turn on the TV you want to program.
    • With the remote aimed at the device, press the TV button.
    • Press and hold the SETUP button until the TV button blinks twice.
    • Enter 991. The device key will blink twice again.
    • Aim the remote at the device and press PWR once.
    • Press and release CH+ repeatedly. This searches through the available codes.
    • Once the code is found, the TV will turn off.
    • Press PWR to turn the TV back on using your WOW remote.
    • Press SETUP once to lock in the code.
  6. Step 6 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote. 6 Repeat for all devices you want to program with your WOW remote.
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Troubleshooting Remote Programming

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  1. Step 1 Try replacing the batteries in your remote. 1 Try replacing the batteries in your remote. According to Cathey, if the remote is not working at all, try a fresh set of batteries.[7] Even if it lights up, weak batteries can prevent your remote from responding to some or all button commands. EXPERT TIP Jocotra Cathey

    Jocotra Cathey

    TV Expert Jocotra Cathey is a TV Mounting Service Expert and the business owner of TV Mount Charlotte, a professional TV mounting company operating in Charlotte, North Carolina. For the past 18 years, Jocotra's company has offered premier home theater installation services, specializing in home theater design, wiring and installation, projector and screen installation, wire concealing, and more. He has received certifications in Computer Science and Low-Voltage Certification from Central Piedmont Community College. Jocotra Cathey Jocotra Cathey TV Expert

    Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. Ensure there's a good connection, and that there is no corrosion or white powder inside the battery compartment.

  2. Step 2 Try unplugging and reconnecting your device. 2 Try unplugging and reconnecting your device. If the device you're programming fails to respond after being programmed with your WOW remote, a power cycle could help resolve problems with unresponsiveness.
  3. Step 3 Move objects obstructing the signal between your device and the remote. 3 Move objects obstructing the signal between your device and the remote. Large objects between the device and your remote, such as furniture, can sometimes prevent both devices from communicating.
  4. Step 4 Make sure that your device is plugged in and can be powered on manually. 4 Make sure that your device is plugged in and can be powered on manually.
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Warnings

  • The WOW universal remote may not offer full functionality after being programmed with your device. For example, if you programmed the remote with your VCR, the “play” and “stop” buttons may work, but the “rewind” or “fast forward” buttons may not work. Keep this factor in mind when programming your remote for use with multiple household devices. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 1
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References

  1. ↑ https://assets.ctfassets.net/8kj4n9zmpxu3/2CPkPHt24oxm0DvdHdx6ib/e925ba349c974dd72cb158525e05d984/equipment-reference-guide.pdf
  2. ↑ https://assets.ctfassets.net/8kj4n9zmpxu3/7EtOfnLCKzfTnw5kTBVKIz/5732cd91fddb26022348b2744ceeb1b8/atlas-ocap-guide.pdf
  3. ↑ https://www.urcsupport.com/urc_product/arris-mp2000-urc2054/?product-provider=7486
  4. ↑ https://www.urcsupport.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Arris-Eng-Span-Manual.pdf
  5. ↑ https://www.urcsupport.com/urc_product/wow-remote/
  6. ↑ https://www.urcsupport.com/urc_product/polaris-urc1090/
  7. ↑ Jocotra Cathey. TV Mounting Service Expert. Expert Interview

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Jocotra Cathey Co-authored by: Jocotra Cathey TV Expert This article was co-authored by Jocotra Cathey and by wikiHow staff writer, Nicole Levine, MFA. Jocotra Cathey is a TV Mounting Service Expert and the business owner of TV Mount Charlotte, a professional TV mounting company operating in Charlotte, North Carolina. For the past 18 years, Jocotra's company has offered premier home theater installation services, specializing in home theater design, wiring and installation, projector and screen installation, wire concealing, and more. He has received certifications in Computer Science and Low-Voltage Certification from Central Piedmont Community College. This article has been viewed 93,324 times. How helpful is this? Co-authors: 14 Updated: December 9, 2024 Views: 93,324 Categories: Television Remote Controllers In other languagesGerman
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