In this article, we will reveal all the GE universal remote codes for the most common Roku devices available on the market.
We will also explain how to pair a GE universal remote with your Roku box using either the Direct Code entry method, or the Auto Code search method. So keep reading to find out more.
Can I Use A GE Universal Remote with Roku?
Yes, you can use a GE universal remote control with your Roku device. However, depending on the specific Roku box model, it may not cover full functionality.
But rest assured, a GE universal remote can work pretty well with major streaming players like Roku 1, Roku 2, Roku 3, Roku Premier, and Roku Ultra. GE universal remote controls also have decent functionality with other Roku installed TVs like the Sharp Roku, TCL Roku, Hisense Roku, Hitachi Roku, Insignia Roku, etc.
How do I Program my GE universal Remote to my Roku?
There are two ways to program a GE universal remote control.
- You can program a GE universal remote control without codes using the Auto Code Search feature: This is the best choice if you don’t know or can’t locate the codes for your TV or the gadget you want to program the remote with.
- You can also program a GE universal remote control with codes using the Direct Code Entry method. This is the best option if you know the codes for your TV or the gadget you want to program the remote with.
How to Program GE Universal Remote with a Roku device using Codes
Your GE universal remote control contains thousands of device codes for the latest audio and video equipment. So you would need to locate the code listed for your specific device. We’ve listed GE universal remote control codes for various Roku models below in this post.
Programming a GE Universal Remote with a Roku device using Direct Code Entry
The “Direct Code Entry” technique is useful for those who are familiar with the device’s codes and want to program a GE universal remote control with it.
If you know your remote’s codes, then here are the detailed instructions for programming it. We’ve also provided all the GE universal remote codes for all Roku devices at further down in this post.
- Step 1: Find the code list (CL3, CL4, CL5 or CL6) for the specific Roku device that you want to program your universal remote control with.
- Step 2: Manually switch on the Roku device and connect it to your TV. Turn off any other devices placed near it.
- Step 3: Press and hold down the “Setup Button” until the red light on the remote control turns on and remains on.
- Step 4: Once the red LED is on, release the “Setup Button”.
- Step 5: Press and release the device button you wish to control. For example, if you want to program your GE universal remote with a TV. In this case we are programming a Roku device so press the appropriate button for your Roku.
- Step 6: After pressing the device button, the red light on the remote will blink once and remain on.
- Step 7: Next, use the number buttons on the remote to enter the first four digit remote control codes for your device.
- Step 8: Test the device to see if the GE remote is fully functional and that the device responds properly.
- Step 9: If the remote’s buttons don’t operate the device, return to “Step 3” above and try again using the next code for that device.
How to Program a General Electric Universal Remote with a Roku device without Codes
For those who don’t know the codes of the device they want to program a GE universal remote control with, the “Auto Code Search” method is practical. The step-by-step instructions for programming your remote without knowing its codes are provided below.
Programming a GE Universal Remote without codes using the Auto Code Search feature
- Step 1: Manually switch on the Roku device and connect it to your TV. Turn off any other devices placed near it..
- Step 2: Press and hold the Setup Button until the red indicator light turns on.
- Step 3: Once the red indicator light turns on, release the Setup Button.
- Step 4: To program a TV, Press and release the TV button. The GE universal remote can control six types of devices: TV, CBL, Blue Ray, Aux, Aud, and Strm. If you wish to do Auto Code Search for another device, press and release the appropriate button.
- Step 5: After pressing the button for the device you wish to control, the red light on the remote will blink once and remain on.
- Step 6: Point your remote at the device, then press and release the power button to start the code search.
- Step 7: The red indicator light will start flashing while it searches.
- Step 8: If a compatible code is found, your device will turn off and the red indicator light on the GE remote control will stop flashing and remain on.
- Step 9: If the red LED indicator stops flashing without your TV turning off, simply repeat the process again from “Step 4” above.
- Step 10: Once your device turns off, manually turn it back on.
- Step 11: Point your General Electric universal remote at the device again and press and release the Volume Up Button.
- Step 12: After pressing the “Volume Up Button”, the red indicator light will blink once and remain on.
- Step 13: At this stage, if a compatible code is found, your device should turn off again.
- Step 14: If the device doesn’t turn off after pressing the “Volume Up Button”, simply continue to press and release the volume up button.
- Step 15: Once your device turns off, that means your remote now has the compatible code.
- Step 16: To store this code in your remote, simply press the same device button which you pressed in “Step 4” above. In this example, we will press the TV button since we are programming the remote control with a TV.
- Step 17: Now turn on your device using the GE remote and test all its buttons to make sure your remote is fully functional with this device.
- Step 18: If the GE remote is not fully functional with your device, simply return to “Step 2” to repeat the process and find a better code.
List of GE universal remote codes for Roku TV
GE Universal Remote TV Codes for Roku 1
- 623, 645, 654, 656
GE Universal Remote TV Codes for Roku 2
- 623, 645, 654, 656
GE Universal Remote TV Codes for Roku 3
- 623, 645, 654, 656
GE Universal Remote TV Codes for Roku 4
- 623, 645, 654, 656
GE Universal Remote TV Codes for Roku Premiere
- 623, 645, 654, 656
GE Universal Remote TV Codes for Roku Ultra
- 623, 645, 654, 656
GE Universal Remote Codes for Hisense Roku TV
- 6251
GE Universal Remote Codes for Hitachi Roku TV
- 6171
GE Universal Remote Codes for Insignia Roku TV
- 6381, 6171
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV
- 6171, 6001
GE Universal Remote Codes for Sharp Roku TV
- 6251, 6001
GE Universal Remote Codes for TCL Roku TV
- 6171
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku Stick (CL4)
- 0903, 2014, 4395
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV (CL4)
- 6001, 6071
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku (CL5)
- 0903, 2013, 4395
GE Universal Remote Codes for Sharp Roku TV (CL5)
- 6001, 6251
GE Universal Remote Codes for TCL Roku TV (CL5)
- 6171
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV 4 digit codes (CL3)
- 2891, 1741
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV 4 digit codes (CL4)
- 6171, 6001, 2891, 1741, 2014, 4395, 0903
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV 4 digit codes (CL5)
- 6171, 6251, 6001, 6381, 2891, 1741, 2014, 4395, 0903
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV 4 digit codes (CL6)
- 6171, 6251, 6001, 6381, 2891, 1741, 2014, 0903, 2894
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku TV 4 digit codes (mixed V3/V5/CL3/CL4/CL5/CL6)
- 6171, 6251, 6001, 6381, 2891, 1741, 5931, 2014, 4395, 0903, 4355, 2894
List of GE universal remote codes for Roku DTV
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku DTV 4 digit codes (mixed V3/V5/CL3/CL4/CL5/CL6)
- 2274
List of GE universal remote codes for Roku AUDIO
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku (V2/V4)
- 7019, 7317
GE Universal Remote Codes for Roku (V3/V5/CL3/CL4/CL5/CL6)
- 2246, 2236
Frequently asked questions
How do I program my GE universal remote to my TV?
You can program your GE universal remote control to your TV using either the Direct Code Entry method or the Auto Code Search method. Scroll to the top of this page to find a step by step guide for each programming method.
What is the Ge universal remote’s auto program?
The GE universal remote control Auto Program is also called the “Auto Code Search” method. It is a practical way to set up your GE universal remote control in case you don’t have the codes for the device you want to program it with. Scroll to the top of this page to find a step by step guide on how to do it.
How do you manually program a GE universal remote?
If you know the codes for your device, then you can program a GE universal remote control manually using the Direct Code Entry method. Scroll to the top of this page to find a step by step guide on how to do it.
How do I find the code for my GE universal remote?
We’ve provided a list for GE universal remote control codes for various TV models. Just scroll up to search for the codes for your TV model. Or you can visit this page for more codes in case you don’t find them listed on this website.
Can I use a GE universal remote to control my Roku device?
You can set up a GE universal remote to operate a Roku streaming player.
How do I find the correct Roku code for my GE universal remote?
You can look up the correct Roku code for your GE universal remote control in the user manual, or in the comprehensive list of Roku device codes that we have provided above.
What if the Roku code I found doesn’t work with my GE universal remote?
If the Roku code you found doesn’t work with your GE universal remote, then try another code or use the Auto Code search method that we have described above.
Can I program my GE universal remote to control multiple Roku devices?
Yes, a GE universal remote control can be programmed to work with multiple devices at once.
Can I use a GE universal remote to control other streaming devices besides Roku?
Yes, a GE universal remote control is designed to work with several thousands of electronic devices.
