How to choose a replacement TV or appliance remote that works

The code on your old remote, or the exact device model, matters more than a familiar button layout. The Samsung BN59-01385A replacement remote is listed for a set of Samsung TV models; the Dyson AM09 replacement remote is named for the AM09. These are different device families. A familiar button layout is helpful only after the model match is confirmed.

By PMC TechLife Team · Last updated: 14 October 2026

Find the identifying code

Look for a model number on the TV or appliance label, its settings screen, the original remote or its paperwork. Copy every letter and digit, including suffixes where shown. Then search within the replacement remote’s compatibility list for the exact model. A broad brand name is not sufficient: “Samsung TV” spans many sets, and “Dyson fan” can refer to different devices.

The Samsung BN59-01385A page includes a long list of compatible TV model codes and describes a charging specification. Check that your TV appears in that list and compare the remote code as well. Some codes in the description appear tightly formatted; read the current listing carefully and ask for confirmation if your label differs by even one character. Do not infer compatibility from a photograph alone.

Compare three active options

The Dyson product describes itself as a dedicated replacement, not an original Dyson product. Its listing says it covers the functions of the original AM09 remote and requires a CR2032 battery that is not included. Check that your appliance is the AM09 before ordering. A button arrangement that resembles another appliance remote does not establish that it sends the correct commands.

Power and pairing are part of compatibility

A correct-looking remote may still be inconvenient if you expect a battery and the package does not include one. The Dyson listing specifies a CR2032; the XMRM-006 remote for Xiaomi MI Box S and MI TV Stick specifies two AAA batteries, also not included. The Samsung listing is the “Charging” variant and describes a 5V 500mAh battery capacity. Confirm how the exact item is supplied and charged on the current page.

The Xiaomi listing gives a pairing route through the device’s Settings, Remotes and Accessories, then Add Accessory. That is a different setup approach from the Samsung page’s “no programming required” claim. Follow the instructions for the specific remote you bought; do not apply one product’s pairing steps to another. Check whether you are controlling the TV itself or a connected streaming box, since those may need different remotes.

A practical pre-order check

Write down the device model, the original remote code if available, the replacement remote’s product title and its power requirement. Compare all four. If your model is absent from a long compatibility list, ask for confirmation instead of assuming a near match will work. Pay particular attention to letter groups and regional suffixes; the product data here does not say that close model numbers are interchangeable.

When it arrives, power the remote as instructed and test the basic controls first. If pairing is specified, complete those steps before judging a button that appears unresponsive. Keep the original remote or a photograph of its code until you have confirmed all functions you use. If a remote controls some functions but not others, compare the exact model and setup instructions again.

Delivery and warranty

Keep the order details and your model number together; that information makes a compatibility question or defect report clearer.

Resolve a near match before ordering

Suppose the code on your original remote differs from the listing by one suffix, or your TV model appears close to a code in a long compatibility list. That is a question to resolve, not a reason to assume it will work. Check the device label again and compare the complete string with the current page. The Samsung listing gives many supported model codes, so focus on your own code rather than trying to judge compatibility from the size of the list.

For the Dyson AM09, the product is described as a dedicated replacement and explicitly excludes the CR2032 battery. Add the correct battery to your preparation if needed. For the Xiaomi streaming-device remote, check whether you have a MI Box S or MI TV Stick and be ready to follow the listed pairing path. This separate approach for each remote avoids carrying a setup assumption from one device category to another.

For every remote, check the return of each key control you rely on, including power, navigation and any appliance-specific setting. A successful power-button test alone does not prove the replacement meets your needs.

How we chose / what we checked

We checked the linked product titles and descriptions for listed compatibility and specifications, confirmed that the products were active in the store on 13 October 2026, and reviewed the stated shipping and warranty terms. These products were not lab-tested for this guide. Recheck the current listings before ordering; availability and details can change.

Shipping, returns and warranty

Shipping is R49 for South African orders below R250 and free for orders of R250 or more. Check the delivery estimate at checkout and the shipping policy for other delivery terms. The refund and return policy explains returns and eligible defect claims within six months of delivery.

FAQ

Will any Samsung remote work with any Samsung TV?

No. Check the TV model against the BN59-01385A listing’s compatibility list and confirm the remote code.

Does the Dyson AM09 replacement include a battery?

The product description says one CR2032 battery is required and is not included.

Does the Samsung remote need programming?

Its listing says no programming is required for the named compatible TVs. Confirm that your exact TV model is listed.

Why does the Xiaomi remote need pairing?

Its listing supplies pairing instructions through Settings, Remotes and Accessories, then Add Accessory on the device.