If you’re trying to sync your ONN universal remote to your Roku, you’ve come to the right place. But before you start looking for codes, we need to answer one critical question that is the source of 99% of the frustration around this topic.
Let’s clear up the confusion so you can get the right solution, fast.
Important: Are You Using a Roku TV or a Roku Player?
This is the most important question you need to answer. The solution is completely different for each.
- A Roku TV is a full television with the Roku operating system built-in. The TV itself will have a brand name like TCL, Hisense, ONN, or Sharp on it. YES, these can be controlled by an ONN remote.
- A Roku Player is a small box or stick that plugs into your TV’s HDMI port (e.g., Roku Express, Streaming Stick+, Ultra). NO, these generally CANNOT be controlled by a standard ONN IR remote for menu navigation.
Let’s break down the solution for each.
How to Control a Roku TV with an ONN Remote
This is the easy part! Because all Roku TVs have an Infrared (IR) sensor, your ONN remote can control them perfectly once programmed with the right code.
ONN Remote Code List for Roku TVs
Here is a list of the known working codes for all brands of Roku TV (TCL, ONN, Hisense, Sharp, etc.).
38512861188101513431
How to Program Your Remote
Now that you have the codes, follow the simple instructions in our main guides.
Quick Tip: During the setup process, make sure you press the
TVbutton on your ONN remote.
- Method 1: Direct Code Entry For full, step-by-step instructions, see our [Complete Guide to Programming with a Code].
- Method 2: Auto-Code Search If the codes above didn’t work, this method will find one for you. For instructions, see our [Guide to Programming Without a Code (Auto-Search)].
Controlling a Roku Player (Streaming Stick, Express, Ultra, etc.)
If you have a separate Roku player, you’ve probably discovered that the methods above don’t work for menu control. Here’s why:
Your ONN remote uses Infrared (IR), but most Roku Players use Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth for their “point anywhere” remotes. They speak different languages, so the ONN remote cannot navigate the Roku menus (Home, Up, Down, OK, etc.).
The Best Solution: The best way to get a single-remote experience is to program your Roku Player’s remote to control your TV’s power and volume. You can usually set this up in the Roku settings under Settings > Remotes & Devices.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The easiest way to tell is the “point test.” If you have to point the remote directly at the device for it to work, it’s IR. If you can point it at the ceiling or be in another room and it still works, it’s Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
That is correct. It cannot control the menus, apps, or navigation.
Yes, but they are more advanced remotes that specifically support both IR and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. Your standard ONN universal remote is IR-only.
Conclusion:
I hope this guide cleared up the widespread confusion surrounding Roku devices. To put it simply: if you have a Roku TV, use the codes and programming guides linked above. If you have a separate Roku Player, your best bet is to use the original Roku remote and program it to control your TV’s basic functions. This way, you get the right solution that actually works, without the headache.
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