How to set up Alexa on your TV
Third-party voice assistants like Alexa, can be easily set up to control your Samsung TV and soundbar, allowing you to effortlessly navigate your devices.
Connect your TV or soundbar to Alexa
1
Make sure your TV or soundbar are connected to SmartThings
Please Note: Make sure to update the SmartThings app to the current version.
2
Change the name of your TV or soundbar to one that can be recognised by your Amazon Echo device. (Something you can easily say out loud, like Soundbar, Living room TV, Bedroom Soundbar, etc. Make sure it doesn't have special characters, like [AV] Samsung Soundbar.) To change the name of the TV or soundbar after it has been added, touch and hold it on the main SmartThings screen, then select Edit
3
On your phone, open the Amazon Alexa app and navigate to Menu > Skills & Games. Search for and enable SmartThings for a TV or Samsung Wireless Audio for a soundbar
Please Note: You may be prompted to enter your Samsung credentials, select a SmartThings location, and authorise the connection to your Samsung account.
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Once the skill is added, tap DISCOVER DEVICES (or you can say "Alexa, discover devices"). The SmartThings devices, including your TV or soundbar, will be discovered automatically. Tap DONE.
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