Replacement remotes use infrared (IR) or radio frequency (RF) wireless technologies. Some product listings explicitly specify IR, others specify RF; listings vary by model.
Hospitality-style remotes often include tamper-resistant features like locking or screw-secured battery covers, omission of MENU buttons to prevent access to settings, and provisions for attaching security cables.
Listings highlight simplified button layouts, oversized or well-spaced keys, glow-in-the-dark volume and channel buttons on some hospitality remotes, and ergonomic, lightweight shapes for comfortable handling.
Common types include universal replacement remotes that advertise broad VIZIO compatibility, model- or direct-specific replacement remotes, simplified hospitality-style remotes with oversized keys and tamper-resistant battery covers, and remotes with built-in QWERTY keyboards for faster text entry.
Most product details list AAA alkaline batteries, commonly showing "2 AAA". However, some listings contain inconsistent or unusual entries (for example: "2 2/3 AAA" or "0 AAA"). Verify the battery information on the specific product page before buying.