Programming a Sharp Remote

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To program a Sharp remote, follow these steps:

1. Turn on the device you want to program the remote to control.

2. Press and hold the “Setup” button on the remote until the indicator light turns on.

3. Enter the programming code for your device using the number buttons on the remote. You can find the code in the Sharp remote control manual or online.

4. Press the “Power” button on the remote to test if it controls your device. If it does, the programming is successful.

5. If the remote doesn’t control your device, repeat steps 2-4 with a different programming code until you find the correct one.

Remember to consult the Sharp remote control manual or online resources for specific programming codes and instructions for your device.


If you have recently replaced a component in your home entertainment center, such as your television or cable box, your Sharp universal remote will not work with the device until you program it. The procedures for programming a universal remote typically vary depending on the remote model, even within a single brand; Sharp remotes are no different, so when programming your Sharp remote, be sure to follow the instructions for your specific model.

Model: VC-H982 VCR

Step 1

Power on the device you want to program your remote to work with.

Step 2

Press and hold the “Channel +” button on your remote; simultaneously, press and hold the “Cable/Sat” or “TV” button.

Step 3

Release the buttons after waiting for at least five seconds. Aim the remote at the device you are attempting to program. This remote is only compatible with VCRs, cable boxes, and televisions.

Step 4

Enter the appropriate two-digit code for your cable box or TV. The code list can be found online. Press the device button, then release it.

Step 5

Press the power button to complete the process. Test your remote’s programming by turning your device on and off using the remote.

Model: SD-SP10

Step 1

Turn on the device, which will either be a TV or DVD player, that you want to program the remote to work with.

Step 2

Press the device power button, which will be either the “TV Power” or “DVD Power” button.

Step 3

Enter the appropriate four-digit code for your device using the number pad on the remote. The codes can be found online.

Step 4

Aim your remote at the device you just programmed it to work with. Turn the device off and on using the remote to ensure that the programming process was successful.

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