How to operate a digital set-top box without a remote control?

There are situations when you need to connect a set-top box without a remote control. He can break, get lost. To switch television channels, they use the buttons that are located on the bottom of its body, but with the prefix, the situation is somewhat different. Manufacturers provide for the absence of a remote control, so it is very easy to switch the set-top box.

Usually there is a cover on the front panel, and buttons are hidden behind it so that you can turn on the set-top box at any time. The lid is picked up with something sharp, opened, or a button is pressed. But it is worth noting that each manufacturer has its own model, and it turns on in different ways.

If we are talking about a smartbox set-top box, it is quite possible to connect it without a remote control. These devices do not provide buttons, so you need to do the following: disconnect power by unplugging the power adapter from the outlet, and then turn it back on.

The touchpad is usually hidden behind a cover, in which case you need to find it first (it is mainly located on the front). It is usually narrow and equipped with a retainer.

Digital set-top box "Orbit" can be adjusted without a remote device. There are control buttons on TV receivers - and they will help. You will need to find the menu tab, open it and press the necessary button on the TV, another option is to simultaneously hold down the buttons responsible for the volume. They will help in setting up according to the standard algorithm.

Digital television is also available through the Orbita prefix on old televisions.

To set up Wi-Fi, follow the step-by-step steps:

• insert the USB cable;
• select "Settings", then - "System";
• go down the page down, then select "Network Settings", at the end click "OK";
• select "Wi-Fi Settings", click on the desired name;
• after asking for a password, enter the data and confirm the operation.

Having implemented the proposed scheme, you can watch various films, TV shows, etc. on TV.

There are control buttons on the front panel - this is the most noticeable and, perhaps, the most reliable option for switching channels. TV is turned on without a remote control by pressing the key or by pressing the CH + channel changeover. In some models, the buttons are hidden - these are touch keys, they hardly stand out and do not produce a click.

If the buttons are hidden under the cover, they can be accessed by pressing directly on the cover itself. After this action, a click should work. Another option is to find a recess on the side - pulling it, the lid will open.

The buttons located at the bottom are a joystick that moves in different directions. When you click on it, it turns on. The conclusion can be made as follows: to switch channels, use buttons on the body or a joystick (if the model provides for its presence).

Using the buttons on the panel of the television device, you can not only switch channels, but also change the signal source, volume settings, etc. It is more difficult to do this on TVs of foreign manufacturers, since the buttons are indicated by English words. In such a case, the button translator will help.

Standard designations:

• POWER - off / on;
• MENU - button for menu control;
• OK - confirmation command;
• <-> - switching channels and menu sections;
• - - + - adjust the sound.

Almost all modern consoles are designed to be controlled from a smartphone, but some may have problems - the reasons for this may be the following:

• most TV devices do not support iPhone control;
• incompatibility of TV with a certain application;
• modern set-top boxes do not support outdated versions.

Everyone has mobile phones in our age. They are great for controlling a digital set-top box. For to control the set-top box from a smartphone, you just need to install the application from Google Play by entering "Control TV-set-top box" in the search. The store will offer the user a variety of options - you just need to choose.

After installing the application, follow these steps:

• synchronize the set-top box and smartphone via Wi-Fi;
• customize the application.

Some applications provide for the installation of the program both on a set-top box and on a smartphone. The control depends on the specific application - some offer options for the remote control and a standard joystick, while entering text into the search bar. Others open up the possibility of broadcasting from a smartphone to TV, launching YouTube. It is worth noting that most of the applications from Google Play combine all functions.

Few of us are ready for the fact that we will have to control the set-top box without a remote control. However, the manufacturers took this point into account - if you are the owner of a modern set-top box, please note that the control requires the installation of the application from Google Play. The store is replete with all the necessary applications, among which you can definitely find what you need.

How to do without the remote control for the receiver, see below.