Xfinity XR11 Remote Manual, Programming & Code List

The Xfinity XR11 Voice Remote Control represents a major hardware evolution in Comcast's subscriber ecosystem. Unlike legacy infrared-only clickers like the Silver Remote, XR2, or XR5, this generation utilizes RF (Radio Frequency) technology for non-line-of-sight control and introduces a dedicated microphone for natural language voice search. Furthermore, unlike its direct successor—the XR15—the XR11 retains a dedicated hardware [Setup] button, separate [TV Power] and [All Power] buttons, and an intuitive tactile [OK] button, avoiding complex multi-key combinations required on newer models. Unlike the button-less XR16, the XR11 includes a full physical numeric keypad for traditional channel tuning.

Table of Contents

• 1. Core Identifiers & Hardware Specifications
• 2. Complete Comprehensive Button Map
• 3. How to Program Your Xfinity XR11 Remote
• 4. Xfinity XR11 Remote Control Code List
• 5. Troubleshooting & Factory Reset
• 6. Compatible TVs & Media Devices

1. Core Identifiers & Hardware Specifications

The Xfinity XR11 is a high-performance multi-device controller manufactured for Comcast Xfinity, Rogers Xfinity Canada, and affiliated regional service providers.

• Exact Model Designation: XR11 (Revisions 1 through 5)
• FCC ID / IC Certification: Complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules for RF transmitters
• Manufacturing Stamps: Branded with "XFINITY" or "Comcast" on the front lower casing; stamped with model designation beginning with "XR" inside the battery compartment or rear housing.
• Signal Transmission Types:
  • Infrared (IR): Standard line-of-sight signal for television and audio receiver operation (operational range up to 15 feet).
  • Radio Frequency (RF / Zigbee): "Aim Anywhere" 2.4 GHz RF technology for set-top box operation through cabinet doors and walls (operational range up to 50 feet).
  • Voice Control: Integrated internal microphone for speech-to-text navigation (recommended speaking distance: 1 to 8 inches from microphone grill).
• Power Supply Requirements: 2 x AA batteries (includes pull-tab activation strip on factory-sealed units).
• Interchangeable Model Search Terms: Xfinity Voice Remote, X1 Voice Remote, Comcast Xfinity X1 Remote Control, XFINITY XR11 Handset, X1 Wireless Controller.

2. Complete Comprehensive Button Map

Every physical control on the XR11 handset is mapped out below with its specific operational function:

• [TV Power]: Powers the programmed television set on or off independently.
• [All Power]: Powers both the TV set and the X1 set-top box (plus connected audio equipment) on or off simultaneously.
• [Status LED]: Tri-color LED indicator light (Red, Green, Blue) that displays programming status, button feedback, and pairing errors.
• [VOL +] / [VOL -]: Increases or decreases audio levels on your TV or programmed AV receiver/soundbar.
• [CH +] / [CH -]: Navigates sequentially to the next higher or lower television channel.
• [Mute]: Toggles television or audio system volume completely off and on.
• [Play/Pause]: Controls video playback for live TV, DVR recordings, and Xfinity On Demand streaming.
• [FF]: Fast-forwards video playback in DVR and On Demand content.
• [Rew]: Rewinds video playback in DVR and On Demand content.
• [Exit]: Exits on-screen menus, guide screens, and On Demand content, or returns to live playback point.
• [Record (red dot)]: Initiates an immediate recording of the current live program.
• [Replay]: Skips backward 15 seconds during DVR recording playback.
• [xfinity] / [Menu]: Opens the primary X1 main menu providing access to Saved programs, DVR, Apps, Settings, and On Demand catalog.
• [Guide]: Launches the live TV program grid and allows filtering by Free-to-Me, High Definition (HD), Movies, Sports, and Favorites.
• [OK]: Confirms on-screen menu selections and highlights.
• [Arrows (Up, Down, Left, Right)]: Navigates directional menus. The [Right Arrow] opens the Mini Guide; pressing it again previews schedule data up to 14 days ahead. The [Down Arrow] reveals playback controls during video viewing.
• [Last]: Returns to the previously viewed television channel or guide screen. Displays a quick-access overlay of the last 9 watched channels or DVR programs during full-screen viewing.
• [Info] / [i]: Displays extended program metadata, episode summaries, cast lists, and air dates.
• [Page Up] / [Page Down]: Scrolls menu lists page-by-page. Skips 5 minutes forward/back on live TV and DVR content, or 10 minutes on Xfinity On Demand.
• [Setup]: Dedicated hardware key used for TV, audio receiver, and RF pairing programming sequences.
• [Microphone] / [Voice]: Activates natural language voice recognition when pressed and held.
• [TV Input]: Cycles through available video inputs on the connected television set (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, Component, etc.).
• [A (Triangle)]: Context-sensitive key that launches the X1 Help Menu and diagnostic tools.
• [B (Square)]: Context-sensitive key that opens Accessibility Settings (Closed Captioning, Voice Guidance, Audio Description).
• [C (Circle)]: Context-sensitive key that launches the Xfinity Sports App for live scores and standings.
• [D (Diamond)]: Context-sensitive key used to delete single or folder-based DVR recordings.
• [Numeric Keypad (0-9)]: Alphanumeric buttons for direct channel entry and predictive T9 text search (e.g., entering 6-2-2 to search for NBC).

3. How to Program Your Xfinity XR11 Remote

Follow these step-by-step instructions to program your wand to control your TV, soundbar, or cable set-top box.

Out-of-the-Box Cable Box Control

The XR11 remote control is pre-programmed at the factory to operate Xfinity X1 TV Boxes via standard infrared right out of the box once the battery pull-tab is removed.

Direct Code Entry for Television

1. Manually turn on your television set.
2. Press and hold the [Setup] button on your XR11 clicker until the top [Status LED] light changes from red to solid green.
3. Enter the 5-digit code assigned to your TV brand from the code list in Section 4. The [Status LED] will flash green twice to confirm valid code entry.
4. Press the [TV Power] button. If your television powers down, programming is complete.
5. Turn the TV back on and test the [VOL +], [VOL -], and [Mute] buttons. If the TV does not turn off or buttons do not respond, repeat the sequence using the next code listed for your brand.

Direct Code Entry for Audio Receiver (AVR) or Soundbar

1. Turn on your audio receiver/soundbar and set-top box.
2. Press and hold [Setup] until the [Status LED] shifts from red to solid green.
3. Enter the primary code for your audio equipment manufacturer. The [Status LED] will blink green twice.
4. Press the [All Power] button. If the audio unit turns off, programming is successful.
5. Turn the audio device back on and verify volume response with [VOL +], [VOL -], and [Mute].

Auto-Code Search Sequence for TV

1. Turn on your TV set manually.
2. Press and hold [Setup] until the status light shifts from red to green.
3. Enter 9-9-1 on the numerical keypad. The [Status LED] will flash green twice.
4. Press the [CH ^] (Channel Up) button repeatedly until the TV powers off.
5. As soon as the TV turns off, press [Setup] once to lock in the code. The status light will flash green twice.
6. Press [TV Power] to confirm operational lock.

Auto-Code Search Sequence for Audio Equipment

1. Turn on your audio receiver or soundbar.
2. Press and hold [Setup] until the status light shifts from red to green.
3. Key in 9-9-2 on the keypad. The [Status LED] will blink green twice.
4. Repeatedly press [CH ^] until your sound equipment shuts down.
5. Press [Setup] to lock in the code (LED blinks green twice).

Aim Anywhere (RF) Pairing Sequence

1. Press and hold [Setup] for 3 seconds until the top light turns green.
2. Press the [xfinity] button. An on-screen prompt will appear on your TV displaying a unique 3-digit pairing code. (If code instructions do not appear, press [xfinity] up to two additional times).
3. Enter the 3-digit pairing code shown on screen using the numeric keys. Upon successful entry, the handset will operate your cable box without requiring direct line-of-sight.

Removing Aim Anywhere RF Pairing

1. Press and hold [Setup] until the [Status LED] turns green.
2. Press the [A] (Triangle) button. The [Status LED] will flash green twice, reverting the transmitter back to universal IR mode.

Voice Command Control Setup

1. Point the XR11 handset directly toward the X1 TV Box.
2. Press and hold the [Microphone] button and speak clearly: "Program remote".
3. Follow the step-by-step setup wizard displayed on your television screen to finish pairing voice functions and audio accessories.

4. Xfinity XR11 Remote Control Code List

Use the database below to locate the matching 3-digit, 4-digit, or 5-digit setup codes for your television brand or home theater audio receiver.

5. Troubleshooting & Factory Reset

Why Is My XR11 Remote Blinking Red When I Press a Button?

If your XR11 clicker operates channels but flashes a red LED status light instead of green whenever a key is pressed, the handset has lost pairing sync with your soundbar or television. To resolve this error:

1. Perform a complete factory reset by holding [Setup] until the LED turns green, then press 9-8-1.
2. Re-pair the handset to your X1 cable box by holding [Setup], pressing [xfinity], and keying in the on-screen code.
3. Re-enter your television's 5-digit code to restore green LED status light feedback.

What to Do If Menu Buttons Stop Responding (Only Power and Volume Work)

If your XR11 wand controls TV power and volume correctly but fails to navigate the guide, menu, or channels on the cable box, execute the following steps:

1. Perform a hard power cycle on your X1 set-top box by disconnecting the power cable for 30 seconds and plugging it back in.
2. Reset the clicker local memory by pressing and holding [Setup] until the light turns green, then entering 9-8-1.
3. Verify that Voice Control is enabled on your X1 box: Press [xfinity] > select the Gear Icon (Settings) > Remote Settings > Voice Control > set to ON.

How to Fix a Remote Stuck on "Searching for Codes" or Freezing

When changing batteries or setting up audio systems, the remote may freeze in an infinite "searching for codes" setup loop. Clear this loop with this sequence:

1. Reboot the Xfinity cable box.
2. Bypass the TV box setup prompt on startup using the front panel or an existing remote.
3. Force a manual reset on the XR11 handset: Hold [Setup] until the LED shifts to green, then enter 9-8-1.
4. Initiate fresh RF pairing by holding [Setup] and pressing [xfinity].

Factory Reset Sequence for the Xfinity XR11 Remote

Restoring factory default settings clears all universal TV codes, audio settings, and Aim Anywhere RF pairings:

1. Press and hold the [Setup] button on your XR11 clicker for approximately 3 seconds until the top [Status LED] transitions from red to solid green.
2. Key in 9-8-1 on the alphanumeric keypad.
3. The [Status LED] will blink green twice. The handset is now completely wiped and returned to factory original parameters.

XR11 LED Status Light Diagnostic Glossary

• Solid Red to Solid Green: Remote has entered setup mode.
• Flashes Green Twice: Code successfully accepted, RF pairing unlinked, or factory reset completed.
• Flashes Red then Green: Incorrect code entered during programming.
• Flashes Red with No Box Response: Line-of-sight obstructed, distance exceeds 15 feet in IR mode, or set-top box powered down.
• Flashes Red-Green-Red during Pairing: Set-top box is unpowered or does not support Aim Anywhere RF control.
• Flashes Green then Red on Keypress: Cable box is out of RF operating range (over 50 feet) or disconnected.

6. Compatible TVs & Media Devices

Supported Television Manufacturers

The XR11 universal transmitter supports IR programming for the following television brands:

3M, A-Mark, Abex, Accurian, Acer, Action, ADC, Admiral, Advert, Adventura, Aftron, Aiko, Aiwa, Akai, Alaron, Albatron, Amark, Ambassador, American Action, Ampro, Anaba, Anam, Anam National, AOC, Aomni, Apex Digital, Archer, Aspect, Astar, Audiovox, Aurora Systems, Aventura, Bang & Olufsen, Belcor, Bell & Howell, BenQ, BlueSky, Bradford, Brillan, Brockwood, Broksonic, Brokwood, Bush, BydA:sign, Cadia, Candle, Canon, Carnivale, Carver, Casio, CCE, Celebrity, Celera, Centrios, Changhong, Cineral, Cinego, Citizen, Clarion, Classic, CLP Classic, Coby, Colortyme, Commercial Solutions, Compaq, Concerto, Contec, Craig, Crosley, Crown, CTX, Curtis Mathes, CXC, Daytron, Dell, Delta, Denon, Denstar, Diamond Vision, Digistar, Digital Lifestyles, Digital Projection Inc., Dimensia, Disney, Dream Vision, Dukane, Dumont, Durabrand, Dwin, Dynatech, Dynex, Elki, Electroband, Electrograph, Electrohome, Elektra, Element, Emerson, Emprex, Envision, Epson, Erae, ESA, Fisher, Fujitsu, Funai, Futuretech, Gateway, GE, Gibralter, Go Video, GoldStar, Goodmans, Gradiente, Grundig, Grunpy, H & B, Haier, Hallmark, Hanns.G, Hannspree, Harley Davidson, Harman/Kardon, Harvard, Hauppauge, Havermy, Helios, Hello Kitty, Hewlett Packard, Hisense, Hitachi, Hyundai, I-Inc, iLo, Infinity, Inteq, IX, Janeil, JBL, JCB, JC Penney, Jensen, JVC, Kamp, Kawasaki, Kawasho, Kaypani, KDS, KEC, Kenwood, KLH, Kloss, Knoll Systems, Konka, Kost, Kreisen, KTV, Kurazai, Lasonic, Legend, LG, Llyod’s, Lodgenet, Loewe, Logik, Luce, Luxman, LXI, Magnavox, Magnin, Majestic, Marantz, Matsushita, Maxent, MB Quart, Medion, Megapower, Megatron, MEI, Memorex, MGA, Micro, Midland, Mintek, Minutz, Mitsubishi, Monivisoin, Montgomery Ward, Motorola, Moxell, MTC, Multitech, Myron & Davis, NAD, Nakamichi, Naxa, NEC, Noblex, Norcent, Norwood Micro, Noshi, NTC, NuVision, Olevia, Olympus, Onwa, Optimus, Optoma, Optonica, Orion, Panasonic, Penney, Petters, Philco, Philips, Phillips-Magnavox, Pilot, Pioneer, Piva, Planar, Polaroid, Portland, Prima, Princeton, Princeton Graphics, Prism, Proscan, Proton, Protron, Proview, Pulsar, Puneet, Pvision, Quasar, RadioShack, RCA, Realistic, RevolutionHD, Rhapsody, Runco, Sampo, Samsung, Sansui, Sanyo, Sceptre, Sears, Seleco, Selectron, Sharp, Sharper Image, Sheng Chia, Sherwood, Shogun, Signature, Signet, SIM2 Multimedia, Simpson, Skyworth, Solarism, Sole, Sonic, Sony, Soundesign, Sova, Soyo, Spectra, Spectricon, Spectroniq, Squareview, SSS, Starlite, Studio Experience, SunBrite, Superscan, Supra, Supre-Macy, Supreme, SVA, Sylvania, Symphonic, Syntax, Tandy, Tashiko, Tatung, TCL, Technics, Technol Ace, Techview, Techwood, Teknika, Telefunken, Telemagic, Telernet, Tera, Thomas, Thomson, TMK, TNCi, Toshiba, TruTech, TVS, Ultra, Universal, US Logic, Vector Research, Venturer, VEOS, Victor, Video Concepts, Viking, Viore, Visart, Vizio, Wards, Waycon, Westinghouse, White Westinghouse, WinBook, Wyse, Xoceco, Yamaha, Zenith, Zonda.

Supported Audio Receivers & Soundbar Manufacturers

ADC, Aiwa, Bose, Boston Acoustics, B&W (Bowers & Wilkins), Capetronic, Carver, Coby, Definitive, Denon, GE, Harman/Kardon, Ilive, Insignia, Integra, JBL, JVC, Kenwood, KHL, LG, Linn, Magnavox, Marantz, NAD, Onkyo, Optimus, Panasonic, Philips, Pinnacle, Pioneer, Polk Audio, Proscan, RCA, Regent, Rio, Samsung, Sansui, Sharp, Sony, Soundesign, Stereophonics, Sunfire, Technics, Thomson, Victor, Vizio, Wards, Yamaha, ZVox.

Host Set-Top Box & Cable Network Compatibility

The XR11 is natively fully compatible with all Xfinity X1 Cable Boxes (including Arris, Cisco, and Pace units, excluding legacy RNG150 hardware) as well as Xfinity Flex systems across Comcast and Rogers Xfinity Canada regional networks.

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