Selection of the remote to the TV

When the old remote control gets lost or becomes unusable, the people have a question: how to choose the remote control for the TV? Many people mistakenly believe that all remote controls are unique and suitable for any kind of device. In fact, this is far from the case. Depending on whether you have the old remote control for the TV with the factory marking, you can select two options for further actions: selection by make and model or by selection.

The choice of remote control by make and model

As a rule, on the front side of the control device is information about its manufacturer and model. Using this data, it’s easy to find a new remote control. Just visit one of the specialized stores or open the online catalog of the electronics store and find a suitable brand of the new remote control.

It is possible that marking on the body Over time, worn out, and read it is not possible. To find out the make and model of the remote control, open the manual for your TV. As a rule, it contains comprehensive information that will help you make the right choice.

Selecting the console by selecting

If you have lost information about the model of the TV and the control device, you should follow these steps:

• borrow the remote control from your friends;
• check the remote control compatibility with your tv.

There are cases when devices of different brands and models consist of similar microcircuits and similar command sets. This allows them to perform their functions even on a “foreign” TV. If the remote control performs all the commands on your TV, you should choose the remote control on a model similar to that borrowed. There are other methods find out the exact model of your TV, and already on it to select the desired remote control.

Universal control panels

How to choose a remote, if none of the above did not help you? In this case, you will be helped by universal remote controls. By capturing the signal of the device to be controlled, such a remote control reads the type of signal and reproduces the identical one. Several signals can be recorded in the memory of such a device, which allows it to control not one but several technical means. Set up universal remote easy enough - you just need to follow the instructions exactly.

Which universal remote control to choose depends, first of all, on your preferences in the appearance of the device, its price and functionality. The most reliable and inexpensive option are consoles. stamps Mak Maxim. The main advantages of this company are:

• reliability;
• relatively low price;
• durability;
• great functionality.

How to make an independent repair

To find out if your machine can be repaired, you need to know if it radiates infrared signalwith the help of which the control over the work of equipment takes place. Since this type of signal is not visible to the human eye, it is possible to check the fact of its presence using a simple telephone camera.

In the absence of the necessary signal, you should change the control device to a new one or,if you have basic electronics skills, exercise DIY repair.

Often the problem of a malfunction is sticking or partial failure of individual buttons. The reason for this is the failure graphite sprayingacting as a conductor. To fix this problem, just follow a series of simple steps:

• unwind the remote control case;
• cut aluminum foil into small squares;
• paste the obtained pieces to the contacts;
• tighten the body.

Breakdown ceramic quartz is the main cause of the malfunction of the remote control: as a rule, it is caused by the fall of the device. Shake the device body. If a loud sound is heard inside, it means the quartz has broken. Repair in this case is a simple replacement of the ceramic base. Remember: the remote, like any technique, needs regular maintenance. If you will be systematically disassemble the remote and conduct cleaning his contactsthen it will serve you much longer.