Do you have trouble controlling your home entertainment device using a Logitech Harmony remote? Worry not. You can factory reset the Harmony remote to erase previously paired device information. This will fix pairing issues whether you own an IR or RF Harmony remote and help you set up a new device. This article provides the procedure to reset the Harmony remote based on its model.
Reset Logitech Harmony IR Remote [No Hub]
If you have a Harmony IR remote [200, 300, or 350] without a Hub device, you can reset it using the following steps.
1. Grab the remote and open the remote’s battery compartment lid.
2. Safely take out the batteries from the remote.
3. Hold the Power button on the Harmony remote. At the same time, insert the batteries into the remote.
4. The Device buttons on the remote will flash, indicating that the reset is successful.
Note: The Harmony Remote models 600, 650, 665, and 700 cannot be reset. You can only refresh the remote functions by removing and inserting the batteries.
Reset Harmony RF Remote With Hub [Elite, Ultimate, Ultimate One, or Touch]
If you own a Harmony radio frequency (RF) remote with a Hub device, you can perform a hard reset by pressing its buttons. To begin, install the Harmony app software on your Windows or Mac PC by visiting this website.
1. Ensure that your Harmony remote has adequate powered batteries.
2. Simultaneously, hold the Menu and Off buttons for 20 seconds.
3. Now, your Harmony remote screen will turn off.
4. The remote will automatically turn on, and you will see a circular arrow on the touchscreen.
5. Now, open the Harmony software installed on your desktop and sign in to your account.
6. Plug the remote into your desktop via the USB cable (included with the remote).
7. Now, choose your Harmony remote from the Remote Gallery.
8. If you own Harmony Ultimate One or Touch remote, click Sync. If you have a Harmony Elite or Ultimate remote, choose the Remote and hub troubleshooting option.
9. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to reset the remote to its default settings.
Reset Harmony Touchscreen Remote
1. Hold the Menu and Off keys concurrently for 20 seconds on your Logitech Harmony Touchscreen remote.
2. Your remote’s touchscreen will turn off.
3. The remote screen will turn on with a circular arrow image.
4. Within a few seconds, the Harmony Touchscreen remote will initiate the resetting process. Then, the remote will restore to its factory defaults.
FAQ
Yes. You should re-pair the Harmony remote with your corresponding device once it has been restored to its factory defaults.
