How do I change my Bose from RF to IR?
John Thompson
Published Apr 07, 2026
How do I change my Bose from RF to IR?
On your Bose go to “System Menu” Select “Remote Control” Select “IR Control”
How can I test my Bose radio remote?
Refer to your owners manual on how to perform a house code change. An easy way to test your remote is to place it next to an portable AM radio. Tune the radio so it is off station with the volume turned up, then press any button on the remote. If the remote is sending out a good signal you will here a pulsing noise from the radio.
How to convert IR remote to RF remote?
The videos has all the steps covered in detail required for building this project. You can watch it if you prefer visuals but if you prefer text, go through the next steps. Also if you want to watch the project in action, refer the same video. Step 2: Parts List. Step 3: Encoder and Decoder. To use them without microcontroller you’ll need two ICs.
How can I tune my Bose radio to work?
Tune the radio so it is off station with the volume turned up, then press any button on the remote. If the remote is sending out a good signal you will here a pulsing noise from the radio. For this to work you will need to place the front end of the remote close to the built in antenna of the AM radio.
What’s the DIP switch on a Bose remote?
Should your neighbor have a similar Bose system you may find your Bose system turning on for no apparent reason. Under the battery door on the remote is a dip switch that allows you to change the “House code” to eliminate any interference from another system. Refer to your owners manual on how to perform a house code change.
How to set up a Bose infrared remote?
Go into the menu of the Bose system and change the settings so it can accept infrared remote IR commands.
What are the remote codes for Bose Home Theater?
BOSE Home Theater 5 Digit Remote Control Codes:019823151730189312291114431933319343193520752 These other 5 digit remote codes may work for older BOSE Home Theater Systems:01106011870137601254004760027600810 NOTE:Bose systems are set to RF commands by default.
What can you do with a Bose universal remote?
Using your remote to control connected audio/video devices: To control other components with your Bose Remote such as your TV, CBL, DVD, BLU-RAY DISC, DVD-R, HD DVD, VCR, DVR, A-ACC, V-ACC, TV/VCR, TV/DVD, TV/VCR/DVD, VCR/DVD, DVD/DVR, CBL/DVR, or SAT/DVR, check these PDF files… BOSE UNIVERSAL REMOTE DEVICE CODES 1
Tune the radio so it is off station with the volume turned up, then press any button on the remote. If the remote is sending out a good signal you will here a pulsing noise from the radio. For this to work you will need to place the front end of the remote close to the built in antenna of the AM radio.