It seems we all have to remember way too many passwords and it is easy to forget a TV or DVR password that you set years ago. I debated whether or not to create a post that lists the master passwords to reset and unlock parental control settings, however I decided to go ahead as I get many requests asking for this very thing. It can be quite frustrating to sit down for a movie and have it ask for a password that you cannot remember!
A note to parents: If you are wondering if your kids have reset the password, it is easy to determine. Whenever a master password is used to reset a TV or DVR the old password is no longer valid. So if your old password still works, you kids have not read this page. However, if your old password does not work you may want to have a chat with your son or daughter!
DirecTV: You have to call DirecTV at 1-800-347-3288 and ask a customer representative to reset the password for you. They will ask you a security question to verify your account.
Dish Network: Call Dish Network customer service at 1-800-823-4929. You will have to verify your account by answering some questions. You also can ask them to reset over live chat, but you will need your account information as well.
Dick Smith Television Master Code: 6666. Go to the “Lock Menu”. Enter in this default password. You should then be able to access your the complete Lock Menu.
Channel Master DVR: Find the receiver ID number by clicking “Menu” on the remote and then navigating through Setup->System Setup->System Information. Now write down the receiver ID number before the dash. Next, click the “Menu” button on the remote again. Navigate to Setup->Locks. Enter the last 4 digits of your receiver ID before the dash. This will act as a temporary password.
LG Television Master Code: 0-3-2-5. Go to the “Menu” board. Scroll down to “Lock”. Then enter the passcode 0325.
Phillips TV Reset Passcode: The default factory code number is ”0000.” If this code doesn’t work it means it has been changed. To reset the code go to setup and select either the channel blocking or setup code section. Use the master code of 0711. The TV will give you an incorrect access code message. Press 0711 again. Now enter your new 4 digit code.
RCA TV Parental Reset Code: First select parental control from the menu. You will be asked to enter your password. Press and hold the “volume +” and “channel +” buttons on your television (not the remote) for 8 seconds. You will see a message that the parental controls have been unlocked.
Sharp TV Reset Sequence: Start but pressing the ”menu” button on the TV. A message should appear to input secret number. Press and hold both the “VOL (+)” and the CH DOWN on the TV set until the message disappears. This should reset all passwords and settings.
Sony TV Master Code: 4357. Use this code when prompted and it will reset the master password.
Sony Playstation 2 & 3 Master Code: 7444. When it asks for the password press select on the controller. Then enter the master code and then you should be able to set a new lock code.
Toshiba Master Codes: 0711, 6688 and 3308. Try each one until one works. This will reset your Toshiba TV to the orignal settings. However, you will loose any information such as favorite channels, clocks, etc.
Wii Master Code: You have to call customer support 1-800-255-3700. Go to parental controls and there will be an option to change settings, click yes. It should confirmation number, you will need to give this number to customer support, and then they will give you a unlock code.
XBox 360 Reset Password: Go to settings and click on “PARENTAL CONTROL” and instead of entering the code press the following button sequence; X, Y, Left Trigger, X. Then you will be prompted to enter a new password.
Vizio TV Master Unlock Passwords: 2489, 5351, 8202, 8205, 8206
Zenith Master Password Reset Recipe: Press SETUP to display the Setup menu. Use the remote and enter the following 6 digit number: 210499. The 4 digit password should be cleared.
I have tried to list the master passwords to unlock the most common TVs and DVRs, but if you need a master password that is not on the list, just ask, and I will try and find it for you.
Hi i was wondering if u can help me unlock my alba alcdtv15xi, i bought it from a pal, lost the remote and dont have a users manual, i accidentally locked it yesterday, all i see wen i switch on is a dark blue screen and a light blue word ‘lock’ in the middle, i hav tried all i can but to nothing pliz help me.
My TV is a sharp LCD TV GA867WJSA. I have tried what you suggested above but nothing happens. What can i do?
can you help me with my samsung LA26D400E1? thanks.
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The buttons on the front panel of my TV do not work.and menu buttons in my remote control also due to parental control….
correcting some words in my last comments…turn on,,LG product…
i have Spectra plasma tv model P 4205 GX ,i trun on controle parental by mistake ,now i dont have remote control for cancelling the controle parental ,so the Menu buttons not working ,i try to use another remote control for LG prodect its work only to switch on,of,Volume,but not Menu,how i can cancel the controle parental to run the menu buttons in my tv?
Hello I have an Axion 5150 and I can’t seem to reset the parental control. All the links I’ve googled have been some sort of 8 inch dvd player, I have a TV/DVD combo at 15″
Sir,i have philips tv model 21pt2252/68 i need master code above instruction i have tried it doesnt work.
Hi am unable to unlock my Baird tv it has a lock on the dtv section which isn’t allowing me 2 view anything.
I don’t have the code for a Baird TV. In fact, I have never heard of that brand.
I have a Zenith TV model sr2786s. I dont have a remote for it and when I turn it on it shows aux and the time only. I think it has a parent lock can you help? Thanks, Brian
Brian, I added the Zenith reset password. I think you have to have a remote though. You may need to buy a universal remote and then program it for a Zenith TV first.
I need the codes for LG TV model number M197WDP.
Did the instructions for the LG TV in the article not work?
Our TV is accidentally locked, specs is, Sharp 14V-W150M with serial #10525525. Do you have the master password? Thank you in advance.
I added the Sharp reset intructions. Give it a try and let me know if it works.
Looking to reset the parental control my daughter set passcode code on and forgot.
What model is the TV?
do you know the code for a toshiba 50H82
Did you try the Toshiba codes above?
Hey I was wondering if you could get me the master code for my seiki
Try #0000 and see if it will reset. That is the default code, but I cannot tell if that will actually reset the parental controls. Let me know how it works.
hi
my tv is icon tv el15″f, what’s the master password
I have not heard of this company before and cannot find anything about the master password. Sorry.
I need the master code to reset Toshiba TV model number 32lv833g
Cosmin, Did you try the master passwords above? Also try what I responded to Vicente below as well.
I have a RCA Truflat SDTV 20 INCH model #20f424T and I can’t unlock it. Someone put a code on it and I need it unlocked. Thanks.
Charles, I added the RCA unlock instructions. Give it a try and let me know how it goes.
Thanks sir, my aunt found her code.
when I switch on my Sony tv (ultimate pure multi system NICAM, I don’t know the exact model) it appears CHILD LOCK PLEASE UNLOCK, and no button of tv even the remote button works, however sensor blinking by clicking the remote buttons. I don’t know what to do..’ please help.
thanks
In order for me to help you, I need your model number. You should be able to locate it on either the front lower corner or on the back of the television.
Sorry Sir, I find it a lot but I think from back side some one has erases the model no. please sir help me solving this issue….
I there any way to hard reset a TV, some one has posted for me to Press “Set up” (UP) button on remote and power button on TV. Press Power button simultaneously and after that release the Set up button, but till now i could not succeeded, because I don’t even know which is the Set Up buttons.
Answer: I found out how to fix the problem through another source but I thought i would share it with you as it worked. Press the power button and then the AV/TV button simultaneously and will click off the child lock.
The passwords for the Toshiba TV doesn’t work, is there any other master passwords for it?
When the PIN code (to enter) is displayed, press RECALL 4 times within five seconds. The PIN code will be reset and it will allow you to enter a new PIN code. Let me know if that works.
Thanks a lot for this information… I just had dish tv come and do an install at my house. A job that should of 45 mins took 2 hours all because my tv was locked..frustrated we started to google default codes and came across this site. Thanks a lot..
I forget the password for my “Channel Master” DVR, model CM7400. (This DVR has a digital TV type tuner for recording free over the air TV)
I have an LG TV. Can you tell me what the lock is
The pass code is 0-3-2-5. Let us know how it goes.
It didn’t work
Sorry about that, what is your model number?
Hi I need to unlock my Strong SRTDTV television Thanks
I need your model number. Thanks.
hi
my tv is sony bx300 32, what’s the master password ?
Your television is a Sony. See the instructions above for a Sony Television, it should work just fine.
I need the master code to reset a Dick smith TV Model # GE6601
Hi Mark,
I just added the master code for the Dick Smith TV Models. Try it out and let me know if it worked.
I need the master code to reset Toshiba TV model number 20AF44
I added the codes for Toshiba TVs. Try them out and let me know if they work.