As a DirecTV satellite TV subscriber, you rent or purchase receiver hardware that includes a universal remote control. This programmable remote can unify access to multiple models of DirecTV devices and four additional audio/video components, including a TV, VCR, DVD player and stereo receiver or amplifier. If you’ve built your stereo system around a compatible receiver or amp, you can set up your DirecTV remote to control it. Writer Bio

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