Remote Control advise needed: PLEASE HELP!!!

[LynneSin]

http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/televisions/product.asp?model=mw27fpx

This is the TV that I own (Although I paid a hell of alot less for it). It's a TV/VCR/DVD combo and the remote control is still missing after all this time. I probably wouldn't care except for some reason all my DVD's play with subtitles even if the language is English (irritating as hell).

I can't find a replacement remote on their website and I'll have to probably buy one of those generic remote controls (I think I accidently threw my remote control away). Any have any recommendations? It needs to be a remote that will work work with a Combo TV, which my other TV also is a combo and I had problems in the past with buying a remote (the other TV is only a TV/VCR).

Anyone have any recommedations or suggestions? I'm about ready to just buy a new TV to deal with the issue but realize that's kinda foolish!!

BTW, if anyone has a remote that looks like this:


I'll buy it from you!!

[ralps]

1. I have one just like it, but I use it for my TV/VCR/DVD

:shrug: :hi: :hug:

[KitchenWitch]

2. I have a toshiba TV VCR combo with a remote that looks similar

but sorry, still using it!

[mcscajun]

3. Looks like there's at least One for Sale on eBay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=71540&item=5761724600&rd=1

[LynneSin]

11. I'd almost bid on it for a 2nd Remote...

...but I just bought one from Toshiba for $17 and that included the shipping. This one would be almost $25 once I got the bid and shipping

[Nite Owl]

4. If they have a 800 number

give them a call. I know remotes used to be available because I had to replace a lost one too. Cost's a lot though. Maybe try ebay?

[KitchenWitch]

5. Is that the part number printed on the remote

you may be able to get it on eBay.

[Swede]

6. What is the model of your TV?

I'll see what I can do once I get the model number.

[Redstone]

7. We have a Philips Magnavox (no model number)

universal remote that works a Toshiba TV and a crappy DVD player (not a Toshiba) just fine.

I think you can get it at W, W, W, Walmart (hard for me to spit out that name).

Redstone

[tridim]

8. If you get a universal remote

Make sure it's pre-programmed for Toshiba. Otherwise you have to have the old one to program the "learning" functions on the universal remote.

[democracyindanger]

9. Any generic should work

Toshiba's a big manufacturer, so any decent remote should cover their models. Just make sure the remote works for TVs, VCRs and DVDs.

[Mabus]

10. Here's a link where to get Toshiba remotes

from the Toshiba website. Hope it helps. :hi:

http://tacpservice.toshiba.com/ConsumerProductSupport/consumer_parts.htm

[LynneSin]

12. It did - I ordered a replacement one from them

If it was just a TV with Separate VCR and DVD, I'd get a generic - but these combo TVs tend to be a pain. After I moved, I couldn't find the remote for my other Toshiba TV and the generic remote would not work.

thanks hun!!

:D

[welshTerrier2]

16. sounds like you found one ...

i think i found another source fwiw ...

here's a link: http://www.dvdremotecontrols.com/Mfrs/Toshiba/ToshibaDVD/WC-FN2.htm

btw, if you want to download the user manual for your TV, go here ==>>
http://tacpservice.toshiba.com/ConsumerProductSupport/Manuals/Combo_TV_DVD_VCR/MW24FPX.pdf

[Mabus]

18. I've been in the same boat

So I understand how frustrating it can be with a universal remote. I'm glad I could help. Isn't that one of the best things about DU?
:grouphug:

[4_Legs_Good]

13. Similar ones are available on ebay...

not sure if they will work since it's another model number...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=71540&item=5761724600&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW#ebayphotohosting

Good luck!

david

[MikeDuffy]

14. Consider getting a Learning Universal Remote

The Learning variety cost a little more, but I think their versatility could come in handy. As an example, if a frequently used button (like mute, which I use all the time to mute commercials) wears out, you can program one of the other unused buttons to act like that button. Also you might like the ability to remove some button's default functionality because you did not want to risk accidentally pressing that button. Also it should be less likely to become obsolete should you get another remote control device that it is not preprogrammed to know how to operate. (I have had mostly OK experience w/ Zenith such controls ~$15)

[GoddessOfGuinness]

15. Did you look between the sofa cushions?

If I was there, I'd find it for you. I live for needles in haystacks.

[jswordy]

17. About any $20 universal remote that lists your brands will work.