How do you know if a replacement remote control will work?

[Yossarian]

old remote broke, must replace. how do I know if a generic one will work?

 

[neonerd]

just get one from the same manufacturer...usually same manufacturer remotes work

 

[Bootprint]

I'd be suprised if a universal remote didn't have the proper codes.

I really wouldn't worry about it not working, I have a little TV from the late '80s that I use with a universal remote.

 

[WW]

shouldn't be a problem for RCA....if it was some odd brand you might have to worry..

if the given RCA setup codes don't work, try GE or proscan.

How'd the other remote break? buttons stop working? sometimes you can pop them open and clean the contacts on the circuit board with an eraser (where the rubber button touches it to complete the circuit), and that will fix the problem.. too much conductive dust shorts out the contact.

otherwise, yeah, a cheap one for all remote should do it...keep the receipt just in case

 

[Colt45]

It shouldn't be a problem. doesn't RCA even make generic remotes?

 

[0roo0roo]

how much are generic remotes? cheap dvd players with progressive output are like 30 bux these days..play mp3 and whatnot too😛