Remote control not working

Go to System Settings.

Then Console Settings.

Choose Remote Control -> If your remote dont work with "xbox media" then choose "both remotes"

Try going:
support.xbox.com/.../controllers-remotes Here and see if the trouble shooting helps. If it doesn't work you will need to purchase a new controller.

If it had been working on your Xbox before, make sure there is a line of sight path between you and the 360. Unlike the controllers the universal remote uses an infrared signal. If you never used this remote on the 360 make sure the settings are correct.

Settings>System>Console Settings>Remote Control. I would choose 360 Media Remote, and then try it out then change the setting back to both remotes once you know it works.

Of course make sure you have fresh batteries...

The IR Blaster is for use with the remote for your cable service. A controller will not work for that.

I was going to until I saw it was just an IR remote and doesn't connect like a controller. Who needs a cheap IR remote with just a few buttons when you can get the full blown Harmony remote to control everything? What I want is a full blown universal
RF remote that works through the Kinect as an IR blaster. I need to be able to control all the features of my receiver and FIOS DVR.