yes, you need a code. try to locate the online manual on the website of one for all, or type something like (one for all 7740 manual) on google or other search engine.
Mine doesn't work half the time either (URC 7740 Remote Control). I almost always have to press the...
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Mine doesn't work half the time either (URC 7740 Remote Control). I almost always have to press the buttons over and over and over again at least 6-10 times before it finally responds. My Tivo remote NEVER did this. The remote has done this since day one and was brand new (only a few months ago). Every once in a while it will actually respond to every button immediately after I hit it but it is a very rare occasion.