How does the Xfinity X1 Remote 30 Second Skip (Solved!)

Xfinity is not only one of the largest ISPs in the United States, but it also provides a slew of other cool services.

They have all of your basic communication needs covered, and if you want something convenient for your home that you can manage easily and pay for it all in one place, then you should definitely consider Xfinity.

They provide Cable TV, Internet, Telephone, and a few other value-added services to residential customers. The interesting part is that they include a set-top box and a remote with their Cable TV subscription.

Troubleshooting: Issues on Xfinity X1 Remote 30 Second Skip

Issue	Solution
The 30-second skip feature is not working.	Make sure that your X1 remote is up to date with the latest firmware. You can check for updates by going to the Settings menu on your X1 box and selecting System > System Updates. If your remote is up to date and the 30-second skip feature is still not working, try restarting your X1 box.
The 30-second skip feature is skipping more than 30 seconds.	This is usually caused by a loose or damaged remote control. Try pressing the Exit button three times and then entering the numbers 0030 on the keypad. This will reset the 30-second skip feature.
The 30-second skip feature is not working on all channels.	This is usually caused by a channel that is encrypted. Try skipping forward or backward 30 seconds on a different channel to see if the feature is working.
The 30-second skip feature is not working on recorded programs.	This is because recorded programs are stored on your X1 box and the 30-second skip feature only works for live TV. To skip forward or backward 30 seconds on a recorded program, you will need to use the Rewind or Fast Forward buttons on your remote control.
I want to disable the 30-second skip feature.	You can disable the 30-second skip feature by going to the Settings menu on your X1 box and selecting System > Remote > 30-Second Skip. Uncheck the box next to Enable 30-Second Skip.

XFINITY X1 REMOTE 30 SECOND SKIP

The X1 remote is a basic remote in comparison to the smart remotes that are being marketed today, so you may have to go old school with it. If you want to program a 30-second skip on your remote, here’s everything you need to know.

WHAT IS 30 SECONDS SKIP?

A 30 second skip is equivalent to fast forward. If you want to fast-forward your pre-recorded programs, it will skip 30 seconds. Keep in mind that it only works for pre-recorded programs on your set-top box that you may have recorded from a live broadcast.

HOW TO SET IT UP?

The feature is available on both the remote and the set-top box, but there is no button on the remote to help you get it done. To make it work, you’ll need to program it into your remote, which may be a pain if you’re used to pressing a single fast-forward button and getting the job done.

• In any case, it is not overly complicated and can be set up quickly. All you have to do is quickly press the exit button three times, and then enter the number “0030” on the keypad.

• This will set it up, but you will not receive any confirmation or response from the TV or your set-top box. This can only be confirmed by watching a pre-recorded program and then pressing the page-up button on your Xfinity TV.

• The button normally changes the channel, but if you have it set up and are streaming a pre-recorded video, it will advance the program by 30 seconds. When you press the page up button, the pre-recorded program you’re watching will skip 30 seconds.

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60 SECONDS SKIP

Another intriguing feature is that you can configure it to skip for a full minute rather than just 30 seconds.

To do so, press the exit button three times and then enter “0060” on the keypad instead of “0030.” This will start it for you, and every time you press the page up button, the pre-recorded program will skip a full minute.

XR2, XR11 & XR15 REMOTES

This method works with the XR2 remote and may also work with the XR11 and XR15 remotes when used with the Xfinity X1 box. Take the remote and hold it close to the cable box to program your X1 box to skip 30 seconds forward into the Page UP button.

This is due to the fact that you are programming the cable box rather than the remote itself. Then, turn off your TV and press the ‘EXIT’ button on your remote three times in a row. Then, using the key numbers on the remote, enter 0030.

When you use your remote, you should now be able to find the Page UP button, which previously skipped ahead by 5 minutes, but now skips ahead by 30 seconds instead.

The page-down button should now allow for a 15-second rewind. However, the Replay button near the top of the remote can be used to rewind 15 seconds.

TROUBLESHOOTING/PROBLEM SOLVING:

1. If you had the 30-second skip programmed but it stopped working (usually due to a Comcast/Xfinity DVR software update), try a 5-minute code followed by a 30-second code…i.e. EXIT EXIT EXIT 0500, then EXIT EXIT EXIT 0030.

2. While pressing the reprogramming button steps, keep the remote close to the cable box. The reprogramming actually involves reprogramming the DVR cable box rather than the remote control.

3. Make certain that you are pressing each button consciously. Not too fast, but also not too slow.

4. While performing these reprogramming steps, make sure the DVR is not recording a program.

5. During this time, try turning off the TV. Then re-start the television.

6. First, put the cable box in standby mode (press the power button on the front of the box).

7. Try unplugging the cable box’s power cord for 2 minutes, then plugging it back in (rebooting the box) and waiting a few minutes. Then repeat the reprogramming steps.

8. Unpair the remote and then repair it.

9. Replace the batteries in the remote before proceeding with the reprogramming steps.

10. Follow the same steps to return the button to its default 5-minute setting, but enter 0500 instead (the 4-digit code is the skip time in seconds).

WHAT IF I ALREADY HAD A 30-SECOND SKIP AND IT STOPPED WORKING?

The 30-second skip programming may cease to function, particularly following a software update on Comcast or XFinity’s end. To reprogram the skip, press the ‘Exit’ button three times and then enter 0500 on your remote.

After that, press ‘Exit’ three times and then enter 0030. To ensure that the programming is successful, hold the remote close to the X1 box, turn off the TV, and press each button deliberately and in an average manner.

If this does not work, press the Power button on the box to put it in standby mode, unplug the cable box from the power outlet for at least two minutes, then plug it back in, and then program the box using the steps outlined above.

You can also unpair and re-pair the remote with the box, or replace the batteries before attempting to program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Answer
How do I use the 30-second skip feature on my Xfinity X1 remote?	To use the 30-second skip feature on your Xfinity X1 remote, press the Page Up button once to skip forward 30 seconds or press the Page Down button once to skip backward 30 seconds. You can also press the Exit button three times and then enter the numbers 0030 on the keypad to reset the 30-second skip feature.
What is the difference between the 30-second skip feature and the fast forward/rewind feature?	The 30-second skip feature allows you to skip forward or backward 30 seconds at a time, while the fast forward/rewind feature allows you to skip forward or backward at a faster speed.
Can I use the 30-second skip feature on all channels?	No, the 30-second skip feature is not available on all channels. It is usually not available on channels that are encrypted or that are broadcasting live events.
Can I use the 30-second skip feature on recorded programs?	No, the 30-second skip feature is not available on recorded programs. To skip forward or backward 30 seconds on a recorded program, you will need to use the Rewind or Fast Forward buttons on your remote control.
How do I disable the 30-second skip feature?	To disable the 30-second skip feature, go to the Settings menu on your X1 box and select System > Remote > 30-Second Skip. Uncheck the box next to Enable 30-Second Skip.

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