With the right 4-digit code, your universal remote will command your Roku TV just like the original. Happy streaming.

Unlike modern Bluetooth remotes that pair automatically, most infrared (IR) universal remotes (like those from GE, Philips, One For All, or RCA) require you to enter a numeric code. This code tells the remote which brand’s "language" of IR commands to speak. For Roku TVs (manufactured by brands like TCL, Hisense, Sharp, or Westinghouse), the codes are specific.

If you have a universal remote, try these codes first. Enter them using the number pad after putting the remote in "TV" or "Code Search" mode:

✅ First code to try: 3871 ✅ Second: 1351 or 0490 ✅ Third: Let the remote auto-search ✅ Last resort: Roku mobile app

| | Primary Codes | Alternate Codes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | GE / RCA | 3871, 1351 | 3870, 2171 | | One For All | 3871, 1171 | 0490, 0491 | | Philips | 3871, 0490 | 3171, 2171 | | Charter / Spectrum | 3871, 1351 | 1171, 0490 | | Dish Network | 5063, 6271 | 3871 | | Comcast / Xfinity | 13871, 11351 | 13870 | | Generic / Low-cost | 0490, 0491 | 3871, 2171 | Pro Tip: 3871 is the most widely successful 4-digit code for Roku TVs across all major universal remote brands. Start with this one. Step-by-Step: How to Program Your Remote