This replacement remote uses 2 AA batteries. Buttons include Power, TV, Cable, VCR, Channel, TV/ VCR, Help, PIP, PIP Ch, Swap, Move, Freeze, Rewind, Fast forward, Play, Stop, Record, Pause, Menu, Exit, Last channel, Volume, Mute, Recall, Light, Cursor control, Input and Sleep. This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV converters and Satellite receivers with 1-touch control. The basic operation keys are grouped together for easier control.