If your Sanyo TV remote stops working due to weak batteries and you don’t have backup batteries, then you can use the remote app to control it. The requirement for using the remote app is a WiFi connection with an Android or iOS-powered smartphone. Alternatively, you can use your Android phone to control the Sanyo TV via the IR remote app developed for it. This guide explains the complete process of setting up and using Sanyo TV remote apps.
Control Sanyo Android TV using the Google TV App
Connect your Sanyo TV to a stable WiFi network. Then, connect the smartphone to the same wireless network as your TV.
1. Open the built-in app store on your mobile phone and install the Google TV app. Some Android devices come with Google TV pre-installed. If so, check whether the app runs with the latest version.
2. Launch the Google TV app and accept the app’s terms.
3. Move to the home screen and press the Remote or Connect icon.
4. Allow the required permissions, and the app will look for nearby devices.
5. Choose your Sanyo TV from the list. Note the pairing code that is shown on your Sanyo TV.
6. Type the code on the app and press the Pair button.
Your Sanyo Android TV has been linked with the Google TV app. Using the control icons in the app, you can start operating your Sanyo TV.
Use the Roku App to Control the Sanyo Roku TV
As a basic requirement, ensure your smartphone and Sanyo Roku TV are on the same WiFi.
1. Download The Roku App from the respective app stores on your smartphone.
2. Once done, launch The Roku App and tap Allow to accept the app policies.
3. Enter your Roku credentials to complete the sign-in process. If you haven’t created a Roku account, choose the Continue as a Guest option.
4. Direct to the app’s home page and click the Devices icon.
5. Choose your Sanyo TV from the nearby devices list.
6. Once The Roku App connects with your Sanyo Roku TV, the Remote icon will appear. Click on it to get the control icons to operate the Sanyo TV.
Control the Sanyo TV Using IR Remote Apps
If you own an old Sanyo TV that cannot connect to WiFi, the above apps will not work. In that case, you can only use the IR-based remote control app. Since it uses infrared signals, you can use this app on Android phones with an IR blaster. If your Android phone meets the requirements, you can use the following apps to operate the Sanyo TV.
| IR Remote Apps | App Download Link |
|---|---|
| Remote Control For Sanyo TV | Play Store |
| Sanyo TV Remote | Play Store |
| Remote for Sanyo TV | Play Store |
Then, run the IR remote app and select a suitable remote. Point the phone at the Sanyo TV and press the Power icon. Your Sanyo TV will turn off, which indicates that the remote works with your TV. Turn on your Sanyo TV again and control its function using the other icons on the remote app.
FAQ
Yes. By using Sanyo TV remote codes, you can program a universal remote with your TV.
