How to Reset TiVo Remote to Factory Settings

Resetting is the ultimate solution to fix pairing problems and the TiVo remote that is flashing yellow. Doing so will refresh the TiVo remote’s functions and rectify all problems. It also erases the previous remote’s programming history. This article provides a step-by-step procedure to reset the TiVo remote.

Reset the TiVo 4K Remote

Most of you may have the latest device, the TiVo Stream 4K box. Resetting such a device’s remote is simpler and can be done in the following way. Before you start, ensure the TiVo remote has batteries with adequate charge.

1. Grab the TiVo Stream 4K remote and hold the TiVo and TV Power buttons for 3 seconds.

2. Release the buttons when the remote’s activity indicator flashes a red light. The red light will stay lit.

3. Click the Volume Down key on the TiVo remote 3 times.

4. Following that, click the TiVo button.

5. As a result, the remote’s activity indicator will blink red 3 times. This indicates that the TiVo Stream 4K remote resetting is successful.

Global Reset the TiVo Remote to Factory Defaults

No matter which TiVo remote model you have, there is a common way to reset it. This will restore all the remote button functions and clear the remote address, including TV and A/V codes and programmable buttons.

1. Grab the TiVo remote and cover its end with your hand. Then, point the TiVo remote away from the TV to prevent it from inadvertent pairing.

2. Then, hold the TiVo and TV Power button on the remote.

3. Release the buttons when the light on the remote’s end turns on.

4. Following it, click the Thumbs Down three times.

5. Then, hit the Enter button on the remote. The light on the remote will go off.

That’s it. The TiVo remote has been globally reset to its initial settings.

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