Make sure your remote is paired with your receiver.
Point the remote at your Genie, Genie Mini, or Wireless Genie Mini.Press and hold MUTE and ENTER at the same time on your remote.The screen displays Applying IR/RF Setup. The remote is synced.

How do I program a directv Remote Control?

If you have a Genie, HD DVR or HD receiver, follow these steps:
Press MENU on your remote.Select Settings & Help.Select Settings.Select Remote Control.Select Program Remote, then select the device you wish to program.Follow the on-screen prompts to complete programming your remote.

How do I reset my directv Remote Control?

To reset DIRECTV remotes to their default factory settings, press and hold the MUTE and SELECT buttons until the remote’s light flashes three times. Then, enter 981 and press SELECT. The remote will flash four times to let you know it has been reset.