I used 067 for a Jumbo Universal Remote...you could try that.
Walmart is offering an number of replacement universal remote controls that may be programed(by entering the correct code into the remote) that will operate an large variety of manufacters digital converter boxes.So, the answer to the question is yes.
You can still program the remote with the converter box off if you know the code. Then Use it to turn the converter on.
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remotes that are built for cable boxes like the cox remote is a universal remote control. although this is a universal remote, it normally will only work with cox digital converter cable boxes. therefore if the digital converter box that you want to control is from cox or motorola (or similar supported affiliate of cox) then pressing the CABLE button will control that said digital converter box. The AUX button will normally not control another digital cable box, because the manufacturer figures that the only converter STB that you will be using is theirs. thus, the CABLE button is only set for their STB. Normally to control weird or unpopular digital converter boxes - universal remotes are recommended. there are many brands, but make sure you find a learning universal remote. so in case the digital converter box code is not in the universal remote (like in the cox universal remote) then you can program it in yourself - hence the term "learning remote" i picked up a ton of these last year for christmas for everyone in my family because they were dirt cheap and most ppl watch tv. so a universal learning remote for everyone was convenient & cost efficient for the state of the economy last year. i posted a link of where i got mine from, but there are many on the market. find what you like & purchase it, but make sure its a learning universal remote.
Digital Stream converter box remote code: Philips Universal Remote works on '1776'
If the batteries in a remote are dead, the only result is that the remote control won't work. It won't in any way affect the operation of the device that it controls. If the converter box is in standby, then the remote won't turn it on if it has dead batteries. If the converter is on, then it should keep operating as you would expect it to if the remote control isn't being used.
To program your remote you have to search for the local channels in your area.
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Easy. After receiving the remote sentry via Support Package. Place it (hold down square) and then you can control the aim with R3, then fire with R1. Just remember you need to find a hiding place for yourself as you are controlling the sentry.