Unfortunately, DirecTV has dropped its native support for the Alexa Voice control feature. This means that ofcourse, you will not be able to use a DirecTV Alexa skill as it no longer exists and works. So, we all might be wondering How to connect DirecTV to Alexa, is it even possible? Scroll and find out how you can simply say, Alexa, Change the Channel, lower the volume,or switch off the TV with just your voice While resting on the couch or cooking in the kitchen.

Can Alexa connect to DirecTV? 

Yes, you can connect DirecTV to Alexa using workarounds. There are several third bridges, Open source software, and other smart automation platforms that support voice control on DirecTV. All you have to do is connect your TV with that of the alternative and then connect it to Alexa.

How to Connect Alexa to DirecTV? 

Currently , We have two alternative methods with which you can connect DirecTV to Alexa ;

• Home Assistant.
• Using Alexa enabled Streaming device.

Connect DirecTV to Alexa using Home Assistant 

Home Assistant is an open-source software that helps you control, view, and automate your smart home devices from one place. It can connect devices and integrate with other smart automation platforms such as Homekit, Alexa, Google Home, and so on.

On Home Assistant, you can add DirecTV.Then integrate Home Assistant devices to Alexa to control them via the Alexa app and voice commands. Follow the steps below to connect DirecTV to Alexa.

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Add DirecTV to Home Assistant 

For successful integration, On your DirecTV device, make sure to enable and allow External access: Go to menu > Choose Settings and Help > Settings > Whole Home and Select External device – Allow External access, recordings, and current program.

• Firstly, Install and set up Home Assistant.
• Navigate to your Home Assistant instance.
• Choose Settings and Select Devices and Services.
• Tap on the + icon to Add integration.
• Search for DirecTV and Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the configuration setup.
• Once done, make settings as required – actions and remote.

Home Assistant can auto-discover your DirecTV most of the time, you can look for it under the DISCOVERED option. If not, you can follow the above manual configuration steps to do so.

Integrate Home Assistant to Alexa 

Once you add DirecTV to Home Assistant, Move on to add Alexa Integration. The Alexa Integration on HA allows you to control the HA devices on the Alexa app.

There are two ways to connect Home Assistant to Alexa- Free ( a very long setup and configuration steps ) and Paid (  easy and requires a subscription). For the Free method – you can refer here. Since a lot of users love using the paid way, as it is quick and requires no extra effort. Here is a quick guide to connecting Home Assistant and Alexa to control DirecTV.

1. Set up Amazon Alexa-enabled device – Echo.
2. Make sure to get and set up a Home Assistant Cloud Subscription – NabuCasa.
3. On the HA dashboard, Choose Settings > Voice Assistant> Alexa > Turn ON.
4. Go to Expose menu > Choose DirecTV from the list and select it to control via Alexa.
5. Tap on Expose Entities and you will get an Alexa icon near DirecTV.
6. Open the Alexa app, Select More > Skills and Games > Search Home Assistant > Enable the Skill.
7. Enter your HA login details ( Nabu Casa) and link your HA to Amazon.
8. Refresh the Alexa app and HA as well.
9. Once activated, you will be able to control your DirecTV on Alexa via Home Assistant.
10. Simply say, “Alexa discover new devices” and there you go ! .

• Turn ON / Off , forward , replay , stop , rewind, play , choose menu  , change channels , adjust volumes – do much more with just your voice .

Use Alexa on DirecTV via Alexa Streaming device 

Alexa-enabled streaming devices such as Amazon Firestick or Fire Cube have Alexa inbuilt and can easily automate using Voice control features. All you have to do is connect Firestick to DirecTV and then link your Fire TV to the App.

• Install the DirecTV App on your Firestick and Sign in using your DirecTV account details.
• Open the Alexa app, Select More > Settings > TV and Video >  Fire TV, and Link your Alexa device.
• Follow the further prompts and then you can control your Firestick-connected DirecTV on Alexa.

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Bottom Line 

This is how you can connect DirecTV to Alexa. I would suggest It is better to use the Home Assistant cloud although it is paid, it can be done quickly, has simple setup steps, and gives you enhanced automation features. You can also use an Alexa-supported smart plug on your DirecTV ,to simply turn on and turn off your TV. We will update you with many more such alternatives you can use to connect non-Alexa-supported devices to Alexa. Stay tuned and leave us your email for personal guidance and interesting Amazon Alexa tips and tricks.