Lost remote control for tv; so what should I buy?

Question

I have a 3 1/2 year old panasonic tv/vcr combo. I lost the remote recently. What kind of remote control should I buy to replace it? Will any old universal remote control do the trick?

Answer 1

Most universal remotes should do the trick, but if you want if you want to replace the remote and possibly not ever loose it again ... then there is a huge 3-in-1 universal remote sold at Walgreen’s for $10. It is ridiculously large but it works and it also serves as a humorous conversation piece. Oh, ya ... it has the code settings for tv/vcr combos so there should be no problems.

Answer 2

I say look at harmony remote controls they have universal remotes that will operate all of your gear real easily . Takes a few to set up but is far superior to the radio shack or walmart universal remotes
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/detailsharmony/US/EN,CRID=2084,CONTENTID=11700
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=5018524
will turn your TV on and off with your cable box and DVD player recorder, your receiver etc, automatically switch it to the channels you need for TV viewing , great fun and easy to use

Answer 3

A cheap Phillips Universal remote actually works great and can be programmed to a third thing such as DVD down the road.

Answer 4

most universal remotes will function with any set. you can check one out at a store like radio shack and see if the make and model of your set is listed in the package.

Answer 5

it should if it doesnt contact panisonic send a letter and they will replace the remote for a small cost if not free...