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How do I program a different TV for cable?
I have an old Panasonic CRT TV for my cable. I've acquired an Emerson LC320EM1F TV, but I don't see any codes for Emerson TVs in the online instructions. My remote is model is UR3-SR3S and my cable box is a Cisco 4742HDC. Does the remote have to be reset for a new TV?
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Good Morning @deedleann824 ,
Here is the full manual for the UR3SR3S Remote. Emerson TV codes are listed:
You might have to go through each one. How old is the TV? Traditionally, the newer models have their codes listed first. You should not need to factor reset the remote. When the code for the Emerson TV is accepted, it will override the code for the Panasonic TV. You will have to do a manual programing sequence. The Emerson TV codes are:
005 028 043 048 076 096 155 004 051 151 153 154
127 121Step 1: Turn on the equipment that you want the remote
control to operate Cable Box, TV and DVD(VCR).Step 2: Press the [DEVICE] button and the [OK/SEL]
button simultaneously for three seconds. The
corresponding device LED will turn on indicating
that it is ready to be programmed. The LED will
remain on for 20 seconds. The next step must be
entered while the LED is on.Step 3: Point the remote control toward the equipment
and enter the three-digit code number assigned
to your brand from the code tables. If there are
more than one three-digit number listed for your
brand, try one code number at a time until your
equipment turns off.*Note : You can verify that you have selected the correct
code by pressing the [MUTE] button. The
equipment should turn on or off.Step 4: Store the three-digit code by pressing the same
[DEVICE] button once again. The device LED will
blink twice to confirm that the code has been
stored.*Note : Try all the functions on the remote control. If any
of the functions do not operate as they should,
repeat the instructions from Step 2 using the next
three-digit code number from the same brand list.Satch
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Thanks!
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Would it be possible to program it through the TV's own remote?
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Would it be possible to program it through the TV's own remote?
Possibly,
But I would not waste my time trying to do that. I strongly recommend that Spectrum customers use the Spectrum remotes that come with the cable boxes. Personally, I hate Smart TV remotes and streaming remotes because I find them a nightmare to navigate. (Yes, this includes the Spectrum/Comcast XUMO streaming boxes and remotes.)
Satch
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You asked how old the TV was. Since it was on a freebie table, I don't know, but one online search indicated it's about 8 years old. BTW - I got it to work for OTA reception using an old rabbit ears antenna, but only a few channels available here.
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You asked how old the TV was. Since it was on a freebie table, I don't know, but one online search indicated it's about 8 years old. BTW - I got it to work for OTA reception using an old rabbit ears antenna, but only a few channels available here.
Are you still having problems trying to get the TV to work with your Spectrum Remote? Is this a Smart TV? (Does it have Internet apps on it?) or just a standard TV??
Satch
PS. If this is your set, (I looked up the model number at Walmart, but out of stock because of its age.) it does not look to be a Smart TV in the specs. so in that case, you would have to use the Spectrum supplied remote with your cable box. It looks to still be HD, but not a Smart set (circa 2016.)
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I don't believe it to be a smart TV.
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Right. The Emerson LC EM1 TV product line was non-smart and the OEM remote that would have shipped with it is TV-only, per se, as far as i can tell. Regardless of how long it may have remained in production or on the market, i believe the de facto "model year" was 2011 and succeeded by the LC EM2 circa 2012.
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You might find the year of manufacture explicitly apparent on the manufacturing label. If not, you could contact Funai Service Corp. who would hopefully be able determine it for you, based on the serial number.
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Is a HDMI cable necessary? I just have a coax cable from the box to the current TV set.
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@ deedleann824, what model Set Top Box do you have? It can't be a World Box since they do not have a coaxial cable output. And no component or composite outputs
Edit: My bad, missed that you have a Cisco 4742HDC STB.
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What type of guide is on the box? It is most likely Spectrum Guide or, if you live in a legacy TWC/BHN market, ODN Navigator. You should be able to Google Search, "What Guide do I Have?", Spectrum. Enter your zip code and go to the site where you will see the guides that Spectrum has for your area.
If you keep that old TV, are you getting HD from it? Output Resolution should be at whatever the max resolution is for that TV. Screen size, also in Guide settings should be 16x9.
How is the quality of the picture and sound? If it is good, and stuff made years ago, has a longer lifespan compared to what they have today, keep your set and your set up if it's true HD.
If the picture and sound is getting bad, consider ordering a new TV from Best Buy, with at least a 40" screen. I would recommend a 50" screen, either a Samsung or Highsense model. The picture quality is amazing! You will also need to purchase an HDMI cable for about $20. Don't get an HDMI cable cheaper than that.
I would also get the 5-year extended warranty Geek Squad plan from Best Buy with your TV. If anything goes wrong, with the set, they will come out on-sight to fix it at no charge. When I got mine, the five year warranty or so I was told goes into effect after the one year warranty from the manufacturer expires. Get that extension! One year is not enough!
I would also spend about $30 and get a power surge protector. These should be replaced every 6-10 years and will protect your set from power spikes and storm surges.
Satch
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This is what my channel guide looks like:
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With your Emerson LC EM1 TV and Cisco 4742HDC STB, for HDTV, you'll need to use either Y+Pb+Pr component video or else HDMI. HDMI is unequivocally your best option. The RF coax output of the STB is limited to analog standard definition.
🔗 https://www.spectrum.net/support/tv/digital-receiver-cable-box ↳ Cisco 4742HDC ↳ HD Receiver Manual
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I concur with @HT_Greenfield . You have been watching TV on the Emerson set in SD since you have a Component Cable. The Emerson set is HD, You will need around a $20 HDMI cable for each of your HD sets connected to HD boxes, or you won't have an HD experience. Go to Best Buy or Amazon to get an HDMI cable! All HD sets and HD cable boxes need an HDMI cable to get HD!
Reboot your equipment with everything off after plugging in the HDMI cable. Upon boot-up, go to Settings, and put your Output Resolution to the highest setting that the TV supports and your screen size to 16x9.
Welcome to HD!
Satch
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If I connect the new TV with a HDMI cable, does it need to be connected with a coax also?
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If I connect the new TV with a HDMI cable, does it need to be connected with a coax also?
No,
HDMI stands for "High Definition Multi Interface." Everything integrates off the HDMI cable. You will need to spend about $20 to get one. They are not included with HD sets. You will be shocked at the difference in picture quality! Remember, screen settings to 16x9 and your resolution to the highest level that your TV supports.
Satch
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I have an HDMI cable, but I've been given conflicting instructions on how to set it up. I even watched the video on the Spectrum website and it shows the coax being connected. That's why I asked.
Would I be charged extra for a technician to come to my house and make sure everything is connected and running properly? When I moved, a tech did all the setups, so I don't know what he did.
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My bad,
Yes there is a Coax Cable involved. Try here:
(Connecting an HDMI cable to your TV and cable box.)
Yes, you could be charged a truck roll because it's not a Spectrum related problem. Is there a tech guy, family member, friend, or relative that you could have set up the cable for you? You could always call Spectrum and they can help you set it up.
Satch
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The problem is I am getting up there in years and reading complicated instructions is confusing. I read a step and by the time I get to another one, I forget the previous one. ☹️
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Will the cable box need to update its firmware for HDMI signal?
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Hey @deedleann824, thank you for your post.
Most updates are conducted overnight, but should a firmware update be needed, the box will do so upon the initial reboot. Please know we are here to assist 24/7 and if further assistance is needed, please let us know.
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