How To Program Xfinity Remote - Easy Step-By-Step Guide 2022

This guide will help you know how to program Xfinity remote. Just got a new X1 entertainment package, Xfinity TV cable box? Then this write-up will guide you to comprehensively program your Xfinity remote to your TV.

What Does Programming Xfinity Remote Mean?

When your Xfinity remote is programmed to your TV, it gives you the leverage to perform some functions in your TV without the multiplicity of using different remotes. Xfinity remotes can also perform a multiplicity of functions depending on the model, they can also be paired to DVD players and soundbars.

Xfinity Remote Model

The model of your Xfinity remote can be found inside the battery partition or remote control back.

Here are the standard Xfinity remotes:

• Digital Adapter Remote
• Silver with Red or Gray
• XR11 – Voice Remote
• XR15 – Voice Remote
• XR16 – Voice Remote
• XR5
• XR2

The steps you need to take to program your remote depends on the model, as some may have a dedicated setup button or support voice commands, while others may not. Either way, this article is all-inclusive.

Programming Xfinity Voice Remote to Regulate TV or Audio Device

With the Xfinity voice control device, a user can navigate and control their TV with voice commands. Voice commands are both convenient and fast for accessing content information and changing channels.

XR16 was a very big improvement on XR15 and XR11, voice commands can now even be used to pair your remote to your TV, just hold down the microphone button on the remote and say “Program remote”.

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Xfinity Remote Programming with Online Code

All the models, codes or help you might need to program your Xfinity remote are listed in the remote code lookup tool online. You can also get the exceptional code to program your Xfinity from below the menu under “Options”. Here are steps to accomplish that:

1. Click ‘Continue’ after choosing your model remote model from the lookup tool.
2. Next choose the device type you wish to pair the remote under the screen- Audio, TV, DVD, or other devices.
3. You might be asked to provide the name of your manufacturer, depending on the device chosen.
4. Once it has been confirmed, a code with specified instructions on how to continue with the programming will appear on your screen.
5. There might be more than one possible code so feel free to explore the others if one does not work, another will.
6. To get the code involves the same procedure. However, configuration seems to differ for other models of Xfinity remotes especially when you want to unpair Xfinity remote.

Programming Non-Voice Xfinity Remotes

For non-voice Xfinity remotes (like XR2 or XR5), the process relies on three things: the programming code (to be found on the look-up tool), the number pad, and the setup button.

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Turn on the television with its own remote (not the Xfinity remote)
2. Ensure the TV input is on ‘TV’
3. Tap the Set button and be patient until the LED indicator changes to green color.
4. With number pad, enter the programming code
5. The green (or red) light flashes twice if the code is recognized by the TV.

XR11 voice Xfinity Remote Programming using Setup Button

With X11 voice remote, the programming cannot be initiated by voice, it relies on the ‘Setup’ button and therefore follows the same steps as the non-voice Xfinity remotes discussed in the other section, follow these steps:

1. Press & hold the ‘Setup’ button and wait for when the red light changes to green.
2. Enter the first of the possible codes recommended by the manufacturer
3. If it fails then try another until one is accepted.

Programming Xfinity Remotes without a Setup Button – XR16, XR15 Voice Remote

The XR15 and XR16 differ from one another fundamentally in the fact that XR16 lacks a number pad, the configuration is initiated by voice, and a code is not required. The traditional ‘Setup button is absent in the two. To configure your Xfinity XR16 and XR15 to work with your audio device or TV box, you can follow the following steps.

Steps to follow for XR16 remote:

• Press & hold the ‘Microphone’/ ‘Voice’ button on your remote and say ‘Program remote’
• Your TV screen will display a pop-up request to confirm that you have allowed the remote to control TV volume and power. Choose ‘Yes’
• The on-screen instructions will help you to finish up.
• The programming can alternatively be initiated Xfinity remote manually if the voice command malfunctions, just press ‘A’ on the remote, and go to ‘Remote Setup’.

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Steps to follow for XR15 remote

1. Press & hold the ‘Mute’ together with the ‘Xfinity’ buttons at the same time for like 5 seconds or till the indicator light turns from green to red.
2. Key in the five-digit code from the online code lookup. If there is a double flash of the green light, then it has been accepted.
3. Primary TV remote functions like Power and volume should be accomplished, using the Xfinity remote once the pairing is done.
4. If not repeat the process with a different code, then reset Xfinity remote

Using My Account App to Programme Xfinity Remotes

My Acct App, available on android and iOS can alternatively be used to program Xfinity remotes. Following these steps:

1. First, tap the TV icon to find the TV box.
2. On the remote, press the “Setup” button.
3. Choose ‘My remote’ from the list
4. Choose the audio device or TV and follow the directions on the screen.

Programming Xfinity Remote to make use of one Remote

This is the essence of programming your Xfinity remote, the wonderful thing is that you can program your Xfinity remote to control not just your TV, but audio player, DVD player… and any other device you can have, once it is programmed to receive signals from a remote.

Programming Xfinity Remote to any Samsung TV?

With your Xfinity remote aimed at the box and maintaining a clear path of sight:

1. On the remote control, press the ‘A’ button
2. Then from the menu on the screen, choose remote set up.
3. When there is a prompt to control your TV, Choose Yes! A notification will be sent to you, saying that your TV is paired to your remote for voice commands if applicable.
4. To another notification, asking if you wish to control your television with this remote, Choose Yes!
5. Check the Samsung TV using the keyboard on the screen, then choose ‘OK’
6. You will be told the remote can now pair with any TV, Choose ‘OK’ again
7. Confirm that it is paired, by adjusting the volume with the remote control. Voila! If it works, if not then repeat the process.

Programming Xfinity remote to function on Roku via My Account app

You can do this by:

1. First, download My Acct App from your android device or Apple.
2. Tap TV icon >>> TV box >>> Setup a remote
3. Choose the model of the remote you have and tap continue
4. Choose Roku TV or audio or any desired app and follow the instructions to Set up.

Xfinity X1 Remote Programming for Soundbar

It is relatively easy to pair your remote to your Soundbar, you just need to get the producer’s code for the device and follow the same steps as for most Video receivers and audio. The steps below can help your Xfinity X1 remote to be programmed to your soundbar:

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1. Convert the Soundbar to become the receiver output

Make your Soundbar the output receiver of your sounds by default, so your television will not default to its internal speakers, making it pointless programming the soundbar.

Also, the connection between Soundbar and TV must be stable. An HDMI ARC cable or an optical cable may be used, depending on the model of your Soundbar and Setup preferences.

2. Press Xfinity X1 remote setup button

Once you are sure that your Soundbar is connected to your TV as the preferred output receiver, then you can start programming your Xfinity Xi remote by Pressing the Setup button for a few seconds.

3. Be patient until the LED light color turns green

You will have to hold the ‘Set up’ button until the light changes to green color.

4. Key in the producer’s code of the Soundbar

Look for the five-digit producer’s code of your soundbar, it can be found on your device, by looking at the specifications on your device, on the online code lookup tool, or simply by searching the website xfinity.com/remotes.

5. After the LED light color changes to green

After entering the manufacturers’ five-digit code with the help of your remote’s number keys, the light on your remote should flash two times. This indicates the programming has been done.

6. Confirm your remote

Check that the power and the volume are working well, then enjoy your Sound Bar.

In Conclusion

Once your Xfinity remote is programmed to your TV, there are many features you can benefit from, for instance, the “Aim Anywhere” feature and many others. By following the guidelines above religiously, you can also follow the procedure to learn how to reprogram Xfinity remote by yourself, without wasting a lot of time.

This guide helps you to navigate through your TV channel, channel searching, and enjoy total control over your TV settings. Also, you don’t even need to point your remote to a particular spot on the television because the Xfinity remote works with Bluetooth, not Infrared.

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to reset my Xfinity remote control?

You can change your Xfinity voice remote back to the factory setting with the ‘Setup’ button (XRu)

1. Until the remote control light changes, keep pressing the ‘Setup’ button.
2. Press 9-8-1 with the number buttons
3. When the green light on the remote blinks twice, you will know that the remote is reset.

Connecting Xfinity XR15 remote to function on your TV?

Press & hold the ‘Mute’ as well as the ‘Xfinity’ buttons until the light color changes. Enter your TV producer’s five-digit code and follow the instructions on your TV to complete the connection.

Where is Xfinity remote setup button located?

The Xfinity voice remotes XR16 and XR15 do not have a ‘Setup’ button. Once they are paired to your TV or other devices, you can give your commands vocally.

Can my Xfinity remote effectively control television volume?

Do the following; Press & hold the ‘Mute’ as well as the ‘Xfinity’ buttons. When the light turns green, put in the TV producer’s 5-digit code, and follow screen directions to round up the pairing. Try controlling the volume of your TV with the Xfinity remote.

Is it possible to program Xfinity remote xr2 to control my soundbar?

1. Put the Soundbar in the default audio output device.
2. Press & hold the ‘Setup’ button
3. Put in the producer’s code of the Soundbar
4. Then wait for the green light on the remote to blink twice, or you may have to put in another code.

Where can I locate the Setup button on Xfinity Remote?

The XR16 voice model of Xfinity remotes does not have a ‘Setup’ button. It relies on voice commands or the alternate key.

Can Xfinity remote control the Amazon fire stick?

No! A separate remote must be used for each.

How do I register a device with Xfinity?

Just sign in, Xfinity devices have a Wi-Fi network. Your Xfinity account credentials are needed when you are logging in for the first time.

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