Abstract: A remote control holder includes a platform having two opposing long sides. A wall is disposed along each of the long sides and extends upwardly from the platform. Each wall includes a padded structure disposed along an inward facing surface thereof The padded structure includes a flexible cover thereon. A first switch is disposed within one of the padded structures adjacent the cover. A remote control unit is of sufficient width for the remote control unit to depress the first switch by urging against the padded structures and the first switch when the remote control unit is placed on the platform with the bottom broad surface parallel to and touching the platform. The first switch is connected to a first power source and a timer circuit. The timer circuit is connected to a transmitter and configured to control the operation thereof. The remote control unit includes a second power source connected to a receiver, and the receiver connected to a sound generating circuit.