Question: how to program a rca universal remote to a magnavox tv?
Answer: Turn on the TV.
Press and hold the TV and SEL buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The button will light.
With the button lit, point the remote at the TV and enter the TV's 3, 4, or 5 digit code.
Verify by pressing the VOLUME + button. ... 
Press the TV button to store the 3, 4, or 5 digit code.