How to connect and configure the Rostelecom remote control: step by step instructions

Rostelecomis one of the largest domestic companies providing digital services and technologies. The Russian provider currently owns a multimillion-dollar subscriber base, is the leader in the domestic market for broadband Internet access services, and also sells high-tech equipment for creating packaged connections. The Rostelecom remote control is a convenient universal controller specially designed for IPTV owners. The remote control is equipped with function keys, numeric dialing buttons (0 to 9), arrows to enter the main menu, a typing system for manual channel search, etc. In addition to the standard switching buttons, there is an auto pause button, as well as a key to return to the previous channel being viewed. This is how the controller from Rostelecom looks like:

Varieties of Rostelecom controllers

The most common models of Rostelecom consoles:

1.  MAG 245 or MAG 250.
2. Rostelecom MAG-255 HD.
3. SML-282, 292 HD and SML-482.
4. RTSTBHD Standard.

Their main difference is that they support only a certain type of headsets and devices. More detailed information about each model is presented in the passport data of the product.

Rostelecom remote control device, buttons and their purpose

When you first get acquainted with the remote controller, a completely logical question may arise: what are the buttons for and what do all these symbols on them mean? Let’s try to figure it out.

Attention! At the moment, Rostelecom remote control manufacturers have abandoned the green, blue and yellow buttons. Old models from 2012-2014 will not work with new TV receivers.

The interface of the universal remote control from Rostelecom is divided into:

1. Numeric panel – it is represented by numbers from 0 to 9. Designed for instant channel switching.
2. Panel for turning on and off the TV set-top box.
3. Standard arrows for smooth navigation through the main menu of the receiver. Some keys have additional functions, such as the left arrow to erase characters typed in a text entry field.
4. Buttons that return to the recently viewed channel.
5. The panel responsible for adding and decreasing the volume, as well as the standard buttons “pause”, “playback”, “forward” and “reverse” video rewind.

The manufacturer relatively recently added a unique option to undo the last action, as well as the ability to switch the TV receiver to display video and play audio recordings.

How to choose the right device

Rostelecom remotes, which you can buy from an official digital service provider, are sold in several types of equipment. However, their difference is insignificant. Remote control models are suitable for all TVs and set-top boxes that are indicated in the instruction manual. The quality is exactly the same and the price is the same. Therefore, first of all, it is necessary to correctly connect and configure the remote control. Let’s consider in more detail.

How to connect the Rostelecom remote control to the TV: programming and configuring the controller

By default, the Rostelecom remote control comes from the set-top box and performs the functions of controlling the set-top box with restrictions. Turn up the sound on the TV, turn it off and on – he can’t. However, this problem can be solved by connecting the controller to the TV using a special code in manual or automatic mode with further programming. Connecting or “programming” the remote control is as follows:

1. Manually, when the numbers of a special code are entered on the remote control.
2. In automatic mode, when the remote control independently goes through the entire list of codes until it finds the most suitable one.

Attention! Never turn off the TV. Otherwise, the connection process will not complete correctly.

Setting to control the TV remote control Rostelecom SML-282HD: https://youtu.be/3xBqixwDW3s

How to set up a TV remote

In case you have selected manual mode:

1. Hold down the OK and TV keys for 5 seconds. The TV indicator should light up.

   

2. Enter the 4-digit code that matches your TV. The list of codes is listed below in the “codes” section.
3. The TV should start blinking red. The code came up.

In automatic mode:

1. Put the remote into setup mode with OK and TV as described above. Wait for the double blink.
2. Point the controller towards the set-top box, dial “991” on the digital panel and hold down the CH + button. The TV will turn off and the TV indicator should flash twice red again.
3. The remote will cycle through the codes until it finds the right one. The binding of the Rostelecom remote control to the TV is completed.

Setting up the Rostelecom remote control – how to connect and bind the Rostelecom remote control to the TV: https://youtu.be/s31BOdUKu-k

Codes

The Rostelecom remote control codes for the TV are presented below.

Important! If your TV is not in the list presented, then setup is not possible. Try the second method – connecting the controller automatically. The remote control will start going through thousands of sets of 4 digits and possibly find a suitable one.

Codes for the remote control

All codes for setting up the Rostelecom remote control can be downloaded from the link: Rostelecom
codes

Why the Rostelecom remote does not work – error analysis

What should I do if device malfunctions when setting up the Rostelecom remote control? For example, double conflicting remotes are a common problem. Solution:

1. Put the remote into programming mode – press and hold OK and POWER until the button flashes red twice.
2. Dial “3220”, then try again the function that did not work before. If the problem persists, go through codes 3221-3224. The error should disappear.

How to reset the remote

In some cases, simply rebooting the remote helps. It is performed as follows:

1. Within 5 seconds, two buttons OK and POWER are held until the double signal of the TV indicator.
2. A digital code is entered – 3200-3204 (in order).
3. The settings are saved by pressing the OK button.

Upon completion of the reboot, the device temporarily turns off, resets the settings and turns on within 5-10 seconds.

How to reset settings

Some TV models, especially those that were recently purchased, require you to reconnect the set-top box and set up the TV. To hard reset the system, follow these steps:

1. Hold down the OK and TV buttons until they blink twice.
2. Enter the code “977” using the remote control. The POWER button will flash red 4 times.
3. After resetting the settings, re-bind the Rostelecom remote control to the TV. This will help solve the problem.

Controller is blocked

The prefix stopped responding to the remote control? The cause of the malfunction may be hidden in the device itself. Try first removing and inserting the batteries from the remote control, rearranging them again and checking if they were in the correct poles. If this method does not help, there may be a hardware conflict. The codes for controlling the equipment coincided, and the functioning of the devices in normal mode caused a failure. Do a hard reset (step by step above) and reconfigure the remote.

Flashing the Rostelecom console

The flashing procedure allows you to watch more channels without registering tariff plans, improves the performance and functionality of devices. The set-top box turns into multimedia equipment with the ability to connect wirelessly.

Attention! Flashing is not possible on the RTSTBHD Standard model.

This process consists of several stages:

1. Hard reset – to factory settings. Press OK and TV. The reprogramming menu is called up.
2. Firmware alternative software. Follow the link support.ab.ru/settings/actual_firmware/ to download the software from there to a USB flash drive and insert it into the Rostelecom set-top box.
3. In the settings, select the section “Software Update” – “By USB” – “OK”.
4. After a while, the firmware process will begin.

Rostelecom remote control programming: https://youtu.be/vqFXqx2oIB4

Virtual remote control on the phone – a mini-review of the application on Android

The most popular application that allows you to download a “virtual” remote control to your phone is TV Remote Control (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.tv.remote&hl=en_US&gl=US). The application is absolutely free, located in the Google Play Store and allows you to set up your phone to work with any brand of TV. The full list of codes has already been loaded into the program database and is sorted automatically.

Rostelecom remote control – how to disassemble and repair

Mechanical damage causing breakdowns requires immediate repair. A typical malfunction is a periodic flashing purple:
In order to solve the problem, you must:

• Disconnect the fasteners in the side section to which the console boards are attached.
• Take out the batteries.
• Rinse the buttons from grease and dirt.
• Clean parts from dust and moisture.
• Clean the boards with a sterile wipe.

Thus, this article provides comprehensive information about the manufacturer, provider, as well as methods for setting up, connecting and solving problems related to the Rostelecom remote control. We hope this article has answered all your questions. Good luck.