How to Test a Remote Control

Remote controls are great for resell. Even if it’s a used remote in good condition it can be sold as a replacement remote. I’ve sold many on Amazon FBA. You want to look for the technical remotes, however I’ve even sold my old BluRay remote for $20. You can check the video for a visual reference. Here is what you will need to do to test your remote control.

You will need to find a digital camera. You can use the one on you cell phone. Of course make sure that the remote has batteries in it. If there is battery acid in the battery compartment, make sure to clean that out with some rubbing alcohol. Next point the front of the remote where the bulb is toward the camera. You will need low light for this. Then press the power button. You will see a blue light when you press the button. This is the infrared light coming from the remote. This means that the remote works. If you don’t see a little light then make sure the batteries you used have juice and are put in correctly. The remote may be a bad unless it doesn’t use infrared.

Now some remotes don’t use infrared so you won’t see a light. Make sure your remote is in good condition. Sometimes the lettering starts to come off from wear. If you sell on Amazon you need to protect yourself from negative reviews. So always make sure that you are selling items that work. You are not allowed to sell anything on Amazon that isn’t in working order. So now you know how to test a remote. If you enjoyed this video, be sure to subscribe on YouTube to make sure you get notified when I make new videos. You can also come back to this site to see the newest stuff.