Philips Radio Code Calculator — Free Unlock

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Select a series above to see the required format

Philips / Clarion / JVC serials start with PH (e.g. PH777SL0004117). The sticker is on the chassis of the radio — remove the unit from the dashboard to read it. Some units also display the serial in a setup menu.

How to Find Your Philips Radio Serial

Method 1 — Radio chassis sticker

Remove the radio from the dashboard. On the side or top of the unit you will find a sticker with the serial beginning PH followed by a model number and sequence (e.g. PH777SL0004117). Enter the full serial as printed.

Method 2 — Setup menu (some models)

Some Philips-built units display a service code when specific button combinations are held during startup. Consult your radio's service manual for the correct key sequence for your model number.

Method 3 — Vehicle manufacturer

Since Philips supplied OEM units to multiple car brands, your vehicle's dealership may be able to retrieve the code using your VIN and proof of ownership.

Philips Consumer Electronics supplied radios to many car manufacturers under different branding. Clarion and JVC units built to Philips specifications share the same PH serial format and are covered by this database.

Compatible Models

Philips-built OEM units were fitted across a wide range of manufacturers. The PH serial prefix covers all of them:

Manufacturer	Notes	Years
Multi-brand OEM	Philips-built units sold under various car brands	1990–2008
Clarion	Philips-specification Clarion OEM units	1992–2007
JVC	JVC units conforming to Philips PH serial standard	1994–2008

If your serial starts with PH regardless of what brand name is on the faceplate, it is in this database.

FAQ

My Philips radio is asking for a code after battery replacement — is this normal?

Yes. All Philips-built car radios with anti-theft protection lock automatically when power is interrupted. Enter your 4-digit code using the preset buttons to unlock it.

How many attempts do I have before the radio locks permanently?

Most Philips radios allow 3 incorrect attempts before requiring a 1-hour wait with the ignition on. After the wait you get another set of attempts. The radio does not lock permanently under normal circumstances.

My serial starts with PH but the code isn't found — what should I try?

Ensure you are entering the serial exactly as printed on the sticker, including all characters. Some serials include a letter suffix after the number that must be included. If still not found, the unit may be from a batch not yet in our database — try your vehicle dealer.