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Is there another remote that will work with the Directv Stream ‘box’? I hate the button layout of the standard one.
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Is there another remote that will work with the Directv Stream ‘box’? I hate the button layout of the standard one.
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Ludwick577
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3.6K Messages
3 years ago
I use an Directv satellite RC73 as a backup. U can get them on amazon for cheap. Doesn't have a voice button, though. That is the only issue with using an alternative remote---no voice search button. When I first signed up for Dtv stream and got the remote, I hated it as well. But you get used to it.
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detuch254
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5.2K Messages
3 years ago
You may be able to use a universal Harmony remote or similar universal remote (expensive). Other than that, I don’t think it’s possible to use a different remote than the DIRECTV STREAM one.
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litzdog911
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3 years ago
You can also use DirecTV Satellite remotes with the DirecTV Stream box.
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Jrandomuser
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3 years ago
Any remote that can generate DirecTV codes can be used. That means actual DirecTV satellite remotes, which as noted are easily found, or almost any universal remote (including very cheap ones). Given the range of universal remote styles available, you may be able to find one you like better than the actual DirecTV remotes. All but the stock remote can only be used in IR mode, so they must be in clear line of sight with the device. As noted, with anything other than the stock remote you will lose voice control (which I personally find unresponsive enough to not really be that useful).
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docdata757
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3 years ago
I bought the RC73 and it controls the Directv Stream box fine. However, I cannot get it to control the TV. I have a recent model Samsung LCD. The regular remote controls the TV correctly. I've been thru the Settings - System - Remote option but that did not work.
Any ideas?
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