Universal for Samsung-TV-Remote, BN59-01315J Remote Replacement for All Samsung LCD LED HDTV 3D Smart TVs

The old handset stops responding halfway through a movie, and the TV sits there with no way to switch inputs or open an app. This Smartby replacement takes over that job for Samsung LCD, LED, HDTV and 3D Smart TV sets, working straight out of the packaging with no pairing or programming step to complete first.

• Model SMTB-BN59-01315J, a stand-in for BN59-01315A, BN59-01315B, BN59-01315D, BN59-01315E, BN59-01199F, AA59-00666 and AA59-00741A
• Direct buttons for Netflix, Prime Video and Samsung TV Plus alongside the standard controls
• Measures 7 x 1.7 x 0.7 inches and weighs 2.39 ounces, built from plastic with rubber keys
• Listed for Samsung 7 Series sets including UN43TU7000FXZA, UN50TU7000FXZA, UN55TU7000FXZA, UN58TU7000FXZA, UN65RU7300FXZA, UN70TU7000FXZA and UN75TU7000FXZA

Batteries and a printed manual are not supplied, so have cells ready before setup. Check your existing remote number or TV model against the lists above to confirm the fit.

When setting up the remote, check that the battery compartment cover slides or snaps fully closed before pointing it at the TV, since a loose cover can interrupt the connection between the batteries and the contacts. The rubber keys give a slightly softer press than hard plastic buttons, which reduces the clicking sound during late-night viewing. If commands become sluggish over time, wiping the front of the remote with a dry cloth can clear dust from around the IR emitter at the top, and replacing the batteries is worth trying before assuming the unit itself has failed.

This format suits anyone who wants a straightforward swap without downloading an app or navigating a setup menu, and it is a practical choice for a secondary room where a universal multi-device remote would be more than is needed. When comparing replacement remotes for Samsung sets, the most reliable way to confirm compatibility is matching the BN59 or AA59 number printed on the back of the original rather than going by TV size or series name alone, since Samsung has used several different remotes across the same screen size. Storing the remote on a flat surface rather than propped against something reduces the chance of accidental button presses that can wake the TV or shift inputs unexpectedly.