When it comes to entertainment, TV is still the number one choice for most people. Despite the internet has become a staple for every household, the need for television and cable subscription cannot be put behind.

Cable service providers are widely available in urban areas offering HD programming, video on demand, and hundreds of channels. Optimum TV by Altice is one of the top service providers in the United States offering cable, internet, and telephone services all under one roof.

Optimum top TV packages namely Altice One Double Play, Altice One Triple Play, and Premier TV are devised to fulfill the wishes of consumers of diverse needs. No matter, what plan you choose, the icing on top is that you will get free HD programming on all of its packages.

Apart from that, you will also be getting a cable box along with a remote. If you are using the cable service for the first time, then setting up might not be as simple as switching on the television and start watching whatever you want. You need to set up or program Optimum remote to switch channels, turn the volume up and down, and other functions. Let’s look at Optimum remote features first.

Optimum Remote Features

Optimum remote can be programmed to control your TV functions including power, mute, and volume with ease. Optimum remote features help make TV viewing more entertaining and pleasing.

  1. TV Input Button on your Optimum remote allows you to switch to other connected devices to your television including a Blu-ray disc player, cable box, and more.
  2. The on-demand button will take you to the library of movies and TV shows you can watch during your free time.
  3. The search button helps you find what you wish to watch without wasting any time.

Now we are going to guide you on how to program Optimum Remote to TV. Whether you have an Altice remote with a Netflix button or an Altice One remote, you will find a detailed guide on each remote. Let’s get started.

How to Program Optimum Altice Remote to TV (Altice One with Netflix Button)

If you pair the remote to Altice One via Bluetooth, you will be able to control it using voice command. You will also be able to control the box, even if it is not in your sight, and allow you to control if you are 30 feet away. So here’s how to program Optimum Altice remote to the TV.

  1. Find the “A Button” on your remote and press
  2. Select “Settings” from the home screen
  3. At the bottom of the screen find the remote icon and select it
  4. Select Pair Remote to Altice One and follow step by step instructions on the screen
  5. Now press “Pair Remote Control”
  6. You will get confirmation when the remote is paired

Bear in mind that the remote will only work with the paired Altice One Mini or Altice One. In case, you have several boxes at home, you cannot use the same remote that was paired with the first box. Programming Altice One remote will allow you to control your TV without any difficulty such as turning the volume up and down, switching channels, and power functions.

We have listed TV brands below. If you have any of the following TV sets, make sure to program your remote with the given steps below. However, if the brand is not on the list, just use the Auto-Search Programming Method and follow the steps.

BrandCode
Insignia 1
LG 2
Panasonic 3
Philips/ Magnavox 4
Samsung 5
Sanyo 6
Sharp 7
Sony 8
Toshiba 9
Vizio 0
  • Power on your television
  • Press the power button along with the number for your brand for at least three seconds and release. It will turn the status light on
  • Now power off your TV by pressing the TV power button
  • Press select to store the code, which will turn off the status light
  • Verify the code by pushing the Power Button again
  • Check whether the remote is functioning properly like mute and volume functions

If the remote is unable to control basic functions, make sure to try Auto-Search Programming. Even if it is still unable to control, try the four-digit code programming method given below.

How Do I Program My Optimum Remote to My TV using Auto-Search Programming Method?

If one digit method isn’t working, no problem, there are still ways to program Optimum remote to the TV. Here is how to connect Optimum remote to the TV using Auto-Search Programming Method.

  1. Power on your television
  2. Press Volume Button and Power Button simultaneously for three seconds until the status light turns on. Release the buttons after the status light up.
  3. Press and release the number 1 key and turn off the TV by pushing the TV button
  4. Press the Select button to store the code after the television turns off. The status light will also be turned off.
  5. Verify that the remote is working for mute, power, and volume functions.

If the remote is not working for mute, power, and volume functions, try the four-digit programming method given below.

How to pair optimum remote to TV using Four Digit Code Programming Method?

  1. Turn on your TV and find your TV brand for a complete list of codes.
  2. Press TV and Select buttons for at least three seconds and release, which will turn the status light on.
  3. Enter the four-digit code corresponding to your television brand, which will turn off the status light. Find the complete list of Optimum remote TV codes here.
  4. Test the power function of the TV
  5. Repeat steps 2 and 4 until the TV starts to function properly and the correct code is entered.

How do I Unpair Optimum Altice Remote Control with Netflix Button

If you wish to use paired remote with other cable boxes in your home, make sure to unpair it. Here’s how to unpair Altice remote with a Netflix button.

  1. Press and hold 7 and 9 simultaneously on remote
  2. The light will start blinking and turn off indicating that it is unpaired successfully
  3. The remote is back in IR mode, which means it can be used with other cable boxes

Keep in mind that the unpaired remote does not support voice commands.

How to Connect Optimum Remote to TV (Altice One)

If you have Altice One remote, here’s how to connect Optimum remote to the TV. Just keep in mind that the remote will work on only one device. If you have multiple devices at home, you need to unpair your remote to make it functional for the second one. We will also discuss how to unpair Altice One Remote. But first, let’s check how to connect Altice One Remote to TV.

  1. Push A or Home Button on the remote
  2. Select “Settings” from the home screen
  3. Click on the remote icon found at the bottom of the screen
  4. Select “pair remote to Altice One”
  5. Follow the step by step instructions on the screen
  6. Select pair remote control

A notification will appear confirming that your remote has been paired successfully.

How to Program your Silver Optimum TV Remote (with iO button)

  1. Power on your television
  2. Press and hold SEL and TV buttons for three seconds simultaneously. The iO button will illuminate
  3. After the iO button illuminates, point the remote at the TV and enter the three-digit code.
  4. If the code is correct, the television will shut down automatically.
  5. For verification, press the mute button which will turn on and off the television
  6. Press the TV button to store the code. To verify the code is stored, the iO button will blink twice

How to Program Silver Optimum TV Remote using Auto-Search Programming Method?

Auto-Search Programming method is used when the one-digit method is not working. To program your remote using the auto search programming method, follow the steps below.

  1. Power on your TV
  2. Press and hold the SEL and TV Power buttons simultaneously until the O button starts blinking
  3. Press and hold the SEL button for few seconds while pointing the remote at the TV
  4. After the TV turns off, you can release the SEL button
  5. Press the power button on the remote to verify. It should turn the television on and off.
  6. Verify that the remote is working for major TV functions including mute, power, and volume

How to Change the Volume Controls on Optimum Remote?

You can now control TV functions through your Optimum remote such as volume, mute, and power functions. However, if you wish to control the volume on the cable box instead of the TV, follow the steps below.

  1. Press CBL and SEL button simultaneously for three seconds until the iO button illuminates
  2. After the iO button lits up, point the remote towards the cable box and press the Vol button
  3. Press the CBL button, resulting in the iO button blinking to confirm the code is stored.

Optimum Remote Replacement

The availability of remote control models is based on your television service with Optimum. You can use various models with Optimum TV services. If your remote is not functioning properly make sure to check the batteries first and verify whether it’s programmed properly or not. However, if everything is verified and still the issue persists, you can return it to the local Optimum Store and replace it.

If your Optimum TV remote control is damaged, lost, or stolen, you will be charged $2.50, which will be applied to your account. In case your Altice One remote control is lost, not returned, damaged, or stolen, you will be given a one-time grace replacement. However, if the replacement is being done for the second time, you will be charged $10 to your account.

How to Setup Parental Controls with Optimum Remote?

If you are having kids at home, you might want to prevent them from viewing inappropriate channels, titles, or pay-per-view access. Here’s how to set up parental control by setting up your pin.

  1. Double press Setting on your remote
  2. Use arrow buttons to select “Parental Controls” and press SEL
  3. Select “Set Pin” and press SEL on your remote
  4. Now enter and renter your pin

To change the pin, you can select “Modify Pin” and press SEL. Now enter your desired pin you wish to use.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to stop Altice remote from blinking?

If your Altice remote is blinking continuously, do the following steps

  • Replace batteries
  • Reset box
  • Reprogram your Altice remote
  • Visit Optimum store

How do I pair my Altice remote to my TV?

1. Power on the TV you wish to pair with your Altice remote

2. Press the Home button on your remote and navigate to settings

3. Select Remote and then select Pair Remote to Altice One

4. Press 7 and 9 simultaneously on remote for at least five seconds

5. Highlight “Pair remote control” and press select

6. Once paired, you will see the confirmation on the screen

How do I contact Optimum customer service for any queries or assistance?

In case of any assistance or queries, you can call Optimum customer support at 1-844-518-2667.

Why is my Altice One not Working?

In case you are getting a black screen, make sure that all Altice one and TV are plugged in and turned on. Also, verify that the connections are secure. If the issue still persists, restart your TV service. You can restart your TV service by holding and pressing the front panel of the box.