Rc-799m Remote Manual — Onkyo

Even with the manual, problems arise. Here are official fixes for frequent complaints:

Product: Onkyo RC-799M Remote Controller Document Type: User Instruction & Setup Guide Target Audience: Owners of Onkyo Home Theater Systems (HT-RC**, HT-S**, TX-SR** series)

Here is a curated list of common codes. Note: This is not exhaustive, but covers 90% of consumer brands. onkyo rc-799m remote manual

| Device Type | Brand | Common Codes (4-digit) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | TV | Samsung | 0591, 0607, 0679, 0704 | | TV | LG / Zenith | 0056, 0178, 1250, 1678 | | TV | Sony | 0000, 0109, 0533, 1867 | | TV | Vizio | 1756, 0656, 1447 | | CBL/SAT | Comcast/Xfinity | 0476, 0894, 1326 | | CBL/SAT | DirecTV | 0026, 0145, 0522, 1142 | | CBL/SAT | Dish Network | 1005, 0775, 1509 | | DVD/BD | Sony | 0533, 1833, 1935 | | DVD/BD | Samsung | 0591, 0914, 0704 | | DVD/BD | LG | 1379, 0816, 1597 | | VCR/DVR | TiVo | 0968, 1132, 0800 | | Game/TV | Xbox 360 (Media) | 0960, 1268 |

Need a specific code? Search the internet for "Onkyo RC-799M code [brand name]" or visit the official Onkyo support archive. Even with the manual, problems arise


You need a 4-digit or 5-digit code for your device brand. (See the code table in Part 4 below).

  • Remote works inconsistently:

  • Some functions don’t work:

  • Receiver won’t respond to volume or power: You need a 4-digit or 5-digit code for your device brand


  • The RC-799M is a learning remote, meaning it can control your Samsung TV or Sony Blu-ray player. You do not need the original remote for the other device.