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Cox has been one of the few traditional TV providers offering home automation plans along with their internet and TV, so I decided to try it since I experiment with automation a lot.
You must pair the remote control with your TV once Cox has installed the equipment at your home.
There are some significant points that Cox’s guides fail to address, despite being comprehensive and easy to follow.
Also read: How To Program A Dish Remote To A Vizio TV
I studied all the manuals, as well as Cox’s user forums, to find out where people were having problems pairing their phones.
The purpose of this guide is to make sure that we cover all the bases so that you can pair your Cox remote with your TV.
The first step to programming your Cox remote is to determine the model. Using the remote control, point at the TV, press the Select and Mute buttons, then type the manufacturer’s code on the keyboard.
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Types of Cox Remotes
Prior to pairing the remote, it is important to determine the model of the remote you have.
It’s much easier to identify a remote if you know how it pairs, since each remote has its own pairing process.
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In the image, the models are, from left to right:
- Contour URC 8820
- Contour M7820
- Contour XR15
- Contour XR11
- The Mini Box RF3220-R
- The Mini Box URC2220
Program Cox Remote Using ‘Device Code Entry’ Method
To pair your remote with your TV, you need to know the device code.
You can find out the code for your TV by using a code finding tool.
Then follow the steps below for your remote model.
You should do the following if you have a Contour URC 8820:
- Press the TV mode key on the remote when you are in front of the TV.
- From the tool linked above, write down your TV code.
- By holding down the Mute and Select buttons, you can change the volume. The TV mode button will blink twice, after which you should release the buttons.
- With your remote, note down the four-digit TV code.
- You can test the remote’s pairing by pressing the Power key.
You should follow these steps if you have a Contour M7820:
- Press the TV key on the remote once when pointing the remote at the TV.
- The code tool will provide you with your TV code.
- Keep holding the Setup button. Two times the TV mode key will blink. After the second blink, release it.
- Your four-digit TV code can be found on the remote control.
- To verify that the remote is paired, press the Power key.
In the case of the Mini Box RF3220-R:
- Use the remote control to point at the TV and press the TV Power key once.
- Setup can be accessed by pressing and holding the Setup button. After holding the button for two seconds, the LED will blink twice.
- Using the code tool, write down your TV code.
- With your remote, note down the four-digit TV code.
- To verify that the remote is paired, press the Power key.
Using ‘Popular Brands Quick-Programming Method’, you can program your Cox remote
Some major brands have had TV codes assigned by Cox as shortcuts that are easier to remember.
It In most cases, the remote’s manual will provide you with a one-digit key code.
The code entry method on the remote is slightly different when programming the remote this way, but it remains mostly the same in overall terms.
You should do the following if you have a Contour URC 8820:
- Turn on the television
- The remote manual provides the one-digit code for your TV under Popular Brands.
- By holding down the Mute and Select buttons, you can change the volume. The TV mode button will blink twice, after which you should release the buttons.
- On the remote control, press the TV button. The backlight of the button should stay on.
- You will need to enter the one-digit code for your TV. Make sure the TV shuts off before entering the code.
- Your TV and remote have been paired successfully.
In the case of the Mini Box RF3220-R:
- Press the TV Power key once when you point the remote at the TV.
- Setup can be accessed by pressing and holding the Setup button. After holding the button for two seconds, the LED will blink twice.
- The remote manual provides the one-digit code for your TV under Popular Brands.
- Keep holding the one-digit TV code you found in the TV’s manual for as long as it takes for the TV to turn off.
- If the remote has not been paired, press the Power key.
Programming Cox Remote Using the ‘Searching All Codes’ Method
During the pairing process, you can also manually look through all the codes and input them yourself instead of using an online tool or shortcut code.
Finding your manufacturer’s code is a more time-consuming process, as you must sift through each one.
Do When you cannot find a shortcut code for your TV model in the lookup tool, you may need to type the code manually.
The remote can be paired with Search All Codes by following these steps:
If you have a Contour URC 8820:
- The remote should be pointed at the TV.
- By holding down the Mute and Select buttons, you can change the volume. The TV mode button will blink twice, after which you should release the buttons.
- To change the TV mode, press the TV mode key. You should see the LED stay on.
- Select the button and hold it for a moment. Since the remote needs to search through each code before finding the correct one for your TV, this will take time.
- The Select button should be released when the TV turns off. You have now successfully paired the remote with the TV.
You should follow these steps if you have a Contour M7820:
- Put the remote in the TV’s direction.
- Once you press the TV key.
- Now hold down the Setup button until the mode key blinks twice, and then release it.
- Enter 9-9-1 on the keypad.
- Simply press Power once.
- Repeatedly press CH+ and CH-. A search for codes will begin. Once the TV shuts off, stop pressing the keys.
- The code will be saved when you press Setup. The TV key will blink twice if the code has been correctly saved.
In the case of the Mini Box RF3220-R:
- You should turn on the TV.
- When the LED blinks twice, press and hold the Setup button.
- Power TV Press.
- The Select key should be pressed and held. When it reaches the right code it will run the list. At that point the TV will shut off.
- As soon as the TV turns off, release the Select button.
Finding the 4-Digit Code
Prior to pairing the remote to your TV, you must find the four-digit code.
There are unique codes for each TV brand that you need to pair your remote with.
Cox does the same thing as most service providers do.
Cox still lets you search for a code manually, however, thanks to online code lookup tools and shortcut codes for major brands.
What is the procedure for programming XR11 to a TV?
In order to use the Contour 2 receiver, you need the XR11 remote.
It Supports enhanced viewing features and can hear voice commands.
As far as pairing and general use goes, it’s easier than the other remotes.
Pair the XR11 remote with your TV by following these steps:
- Hold down the Setup button on the remote while pointing the remote at the TV.
- As soon as the status LED turns green, you are ready to proceed. Let go of the button.
- The manufacturer of your TV will have a five-digit code. You can find it in the manual or with a code lookup tool.
- With the keypad, enter the code. Blink two times to indicate it is working.
- To test if the device is paired properly, press the Power button.
What is the best way to program the XR15 to the TV?
In addition to the Contour 2 receiver, the XR15 is a version of the XR11.
Both methods rely heavily on pairings.
- Switch on the TV.
- You must hold down both the Contour and Mute buttons until the green LED lights up.
- The manufacturer of your TV will have a five-digit code. The code can be found in your TV’s manual or by using a code lookup tool.
- Enter the code using the keypad.
- Test the remote by pressing the Power key.
A guide to programming Cox Mini-Box remotes
We We discussed the RF3220-R remote control as one of the Cox Mini-Box models.
This is where we will pair the URC2220 remote, another variant.
The remote should be paired as follows:
- Turn on the TV.
- Turn on the TV by pressing the power button.
- The LED light will blink twice when you hold down the Setup key.
- Use a code lookup tool online or in the remote’s manual to find the pairing code.
- With the keypad, enter the code.
- You can test the pairing by pressing the Power button.
A Guide to Avoiding Common Programming Errors
Despite the appearance of simplicity, the pairing process has some pitfalls.
The remote needs to be identified correctly.
Different pairing methods are followed by different models.
Regardless of how minute the differences may seem, they are precisely what matter.
Before pairing the remote, make sure it is in TV mode.
Once you have pressed the TV key on your remote, you will be able to change the channel.
TV mode will be indicated by the key flashing.
Codes must be entered correctly.
The pairing process will fail if you make a mistake in the code, and you’ll need to start the process over, just as you would if you reinstalled the Cox Remote.
Final Thoughts
Cox has several different remotes for each of its receiver models, and it is sometimes difficult to figure out which remote goes with which box.
This can be solved with a universal remote.
All current Cox receiver models can be controlled by universal remotes with RF blasters.
Future models can even be supported by some remotes through software updates.
If you wish to declutter your living room and have multiple remote-controlled devices, then investing here is a good choice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the procedure for resetting my Cox mini remote?
Remove the batteries from the remote and wait around 30 seconds.
The next step is to replace the battery.
Now that the remote has been reset, we can use it again.
Next, select Volume Control followed by Fixed.
Is it possible to control the volume of my TV with the Cox remote?
To access Cox’s Audio & Video settings, navigate to the Cox Menu.
The Power button must flash twice before the Setup button can be pressed.
The Power button will blink twice when you press the Vol+ button.
The TV volume can now be controlled by the remote.
What is the procedure for resetting my COX cable box?
Send a remote reset signal to the receiver using Cox’s cable connection reset tool.
Perform a manual reset by unplugging the receiver and plugging it back in after a few minutes.
Can’t I watch Cox TV because there’s no signal?
Ensure that the TV and receiver are restarted.
If this does not solve the problem, try resetting the receiver.
It Depending on the provider, it may even be a service outage, so wait it out.
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