Programming a GE Universal Remote involves different steps depending on the model of the remote and the device you want to control. However, I can provide you with general instructions that should work for most GE Universal Remotes. Here's how to program it:
### Method 1: Code Search
1. **Turn on the Device**: Manually turn on the device you want to control with the GE Universal Remote.
2. **Press and Hold Setup Button**: Press and hold the Setup button on the remote until the indicator light turns on and remains lit.
3. **Enter Code Search Mode**: Press the device button (e.g., TV, DVD, VCR) on the remote for the device you want to program. The indicator light will blink once and then remain lit.
4. **Start Code Search**: Press and release the Power button on the remote. The indicator light will blink once and then remain lit.
5. **Begin Code Search**: Point the remote at the device and press the Channel Up button repeatedly. Keep doing this until the device turns off.
6. **Save the Code**: Once the device turns off, press and release the Enter or Setup button on the remote to save the code. The indicator light should turn off.
7. **Test the Remote**: Try using the remote to control the device. If it works, the programming is complete. If not, repeat the process using the next code for your device until you find one that works.
### Method 2: Direct Code Entry
1. **Turn on the Device**: Manually turn on the device you want to control with the GE Universal Remote.
2. **Press and Hold Setup Button**: Press and hold the Setup button on the remote until the indicator light turns on and remains lit.
3. **Enter Code**: Enter the three-digit code for your device using the number buttons on the remote. The indicator light should turn off after entering the correct code.
4. **Test the Remote**: Try using the remote to control the device. If it works, the programming is complete. If not, try entering a different code for your device until you find one that works.
### Additional Tips:
- If you don't have the code list for your GE Universal Remote, you can usually find it in the remote's manual or on the GE website.
- Some GE Universal Remotes also have an Auto Code Search feature, which automatically searches for the correct code for your device. Refer to your remote's manual for instructions on how to use this feature.
- Make sure to point the remote directly at the device during programming and testing.
- If you accidentally skip over the correct code during code search, you can press the Channel Down button to backtrack.
Remember, the specific steps may vary slightly depending on the model of your GE Universal Remote and the device you're trying to control. Refer to the remote's manual for detailed instructions tailored to your model.