For instance, if you are no longer able to control your TV after installing the new batteries, press the "TV" button at the top of the remote to set it into TV-control mode. You should see the "TV" button light up red and then go out. Try the remote controls again to see if this has resolved the issue. Step 2. Having trouble with your DISH remote control not. controlling? This is usually caused by dead batteries, but you can get help troubleshooting here!. While System Info is on the TV, press the SAT button on the remote. If the remote beeps then it has linked to the receiver and should be working; try it now. Otherwise, continue troubleshooting.
The Dish remote will freeze if there is lost communication between the receiver or the TV. Removing the batteries from the remote will rest the remote. Remove the batteries and wait 10 seconds before replacing them. Related Articles. RCA TV Remote Not Working. DIRECTV Remote Not Working. Cable Remote Not Working. Smart TV Remote Not Working. Press the Home button on your DISH remote twice. If the remote does not have a Home button, press the Menu button once. Choose Settings from the menu. Go to Remote Control > Customizations. Find Volume & Mute buttons and make sure its set to Control the TV's volume. If not, set it to control the TV's Volume.