How to Use Your Android Phone as a TV Remote

1. Connect your set-top box, Blu-ray player, television or digital video recorder to your home's Wi-Fi network. Consult the instruction manual for your device for specific details. Select the name of your Wi-Fi network then enter the access code. The device must have a Wi-Fi connection to the same network that your Android phone uses.

2. Download the Android application that matches with your device. Browse to Market.Android.com and search for your device. For example if you have a Google TV device search: 'Google TV Remote.' Some other devices that have Android remote apps are Samsung TVs and Blu-ray players, Tivo DVRs, DISH Network set-top boxes and Verizon FiOS set-top boxes. Alternatively you can search the Android Market on your phone by opening the application launcher then tapping on the 'Market' icon.

3. Click the 'Install' button to load the app to your Android phone. Wait for the file to download and finish installing. Connect your phone to the wireless network used by your TV-connected device. Most apps and devices will automatically connect with each other when both are logged in to the same Wi-Fi network. Read the documentation for your specific device for more information.

4. Launch the remote application on your phone by opening the application launcher then tapping on the icon for your new app. Press the button with the list icon then tap 'Settings' to configure the remote.