Why won't Alexa turn on my TV?

If your TV still doesn't respond to voice commands: Disconnect other devices connected to your router except for your TV and the Amazon Alexa compatible speaker to reduce the number of connected devices. On your router, make sure that ports 5228, 5229, and 5230 are open if you use the router's firewall.
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How do I enable Alexa to turn on my TV?

To connect Alexa to your TV, open the Alexa app and go to More > Settings > TV & Video. Then choose your content or service provider from the list and tap Link or Enable. Next, follow the on-screen instructions to link your TV to your Alexa devices.
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Why won't Alexa turn on my LG TV?

Make sure your TV and phone are connected to the same network; your TV can use a wireless or cable connection. Your TV must be powered on to be discovered. If you're already using LG smart appliances or other devices with Alexa, you must tie the same LG account to your TV.
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How do I get Alexa to work on my LG TV?

STEP 1. Enable Skill
  1. Open Alexa App.
  2. Select "Skills" from the Menu.
  3. Search for "LG ThinQ".
  4. Select Skill you would like to enable. For BASIC, select "LG ThinQ – Basic". For COMPLETE, select "LG ThinQ - Complete (Smart Appliance and TV)".
  5. Select "Enable".
  6. Sign in with LG account.
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How do I connect Alexa to my Smart TV?

Use the Alexa app to link supported TV and video service providers to Alexa.
  1. Open the Alexa app .
  2. Open More and select Settings.
  3. Select TV & Video and select your TV or video service provider.
  4. Select Enable Skill and follow the on-screen instructions.
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How to turn TV on and off with Alexa voice commands (works with older TVs - Samsung Series 6)



Which TVs can Alexa control?

As of July 2017, Alexa works with certain 2016 and 2017 Sony TVs, 2018 LG TVs with “AI ThinQ” capabilities, Vizio SmartCast TVs (all 2017 models, and 4K 2016 models), select Hisense TVs, and select Sharp TVs.
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How do I get Alexa to turn on my Samsung TV?

How to connect your Samsung smart TV to Alexa
  1. Step 1: Set up your devices. ...
  2. Step 2: Prepare the apps. ...
  3. Step 3: Discover your TV in the SmartThings app. ...
  4. Step 4: Discover your smart speaker in the Alexa app. ...
  5. Step 5: Connect the apps. ...
  6. Step 6: Select your TV in the Alexa app.
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Can Alexa turn on my TV and change channels?

Can Alexa change TV channels? As long as you're using the TV's built-in tuner, you can use Alexa to change TV channels. Just say something like “Alexa, channel 7 on TV” or “Alexa, change channel to [channel name] on [TV name].”
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Can Alexa call 911?

You can't ask Alexa to dial 911 or other emergency services directly, unless you have an Echo Connect hooked to a landline phone. You can, however, set up a personal emergency contact and turn on Alexa Guard for home security.
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How do I turn on hands free Alexa on my Samsung TV?

Now, if you want to enable the hand-free feature, navigate to the Settings menu. Go to General and select Voice Settings. You can turn it on. After setting up Amazon Alexa on your Samsung TV, you can start talking to your new virtual assistant.
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Does my Samsung TV have voice control?

Your Samsung Smart TV comes with voice navigation features that will put you in control! You can use Bixby, Alexa, or Google Assistant to navigate your TV, ask some questions, give commands, or search for new apps to download.
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Why won't Alexa turn on my Vizio TV?

Make sure you're signed into the app, and that your Alexa-enabled speaker or product is set up. If your Vizio's Quick Start mode isn't enabled, you'll want to toggle that on or Alexa will not be able to turn on your display. On your Vizio remote, launch Smartcast TV, and then press the up arrow.
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How do you get Alexa to swear?

To set a swearing routine for Alexa, open your Alexa app for iOS or Android and tap More > Routines. Next, tap the + and type the name for your new routine, such as "Alexa swearing." Next, tap When this happens and choose your trigger to start setting up your Alexa swearing routine.
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What is the Alexa secret code?

It's a legendary cheat code, which has been introduced to Alexa and Siri as an Easter egg. The 'Super Mode' doesn't actually do anything, but instead is a whimsical tribute to the iconic video game cheat. The code to say is: “Alexa, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start”, as revealed on TikTok.
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What should you not say Alexa?

In fact, if you do ask Alexa to beatbox, you're bound to get a headache.
  1. 6 / 10. metamorworks/Shutterstock. Don't Ask Alexa to Tell You a Mom Joke. ...
  2. 7 / 10. via amazon.com. Don't Tell Alexa to Ask the Listeners. ...
  3. 8 / 10. Lux Blue/Shutterstock. Don't Ask Alexa What a Chemtrail Is.
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What celebrity voices does Alexa have?

Amazon Echo users can currently pick from three celebrity personalities: Samuel L. Jackson, Shaquille O'Neal, and Melissa McCarthy. Each celebrity voice is accessible via a one-time fee of $4.99. These are the steps you need to take to enable celebrity voices on your Amazon Echo device.
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Can Alexa turn my VIZIO TV on and off?

Command your VIZIO Smart TV with Alexa

Voice commands allows you to launch any VIZIO SmartCast™ TV app without your remote to immediately start watching. Use Alexa to power on or off your TV, change inputs, play or pause programs, and more.
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How do I reset my VIZIO TV Alexa?

I was having lots of problems after vizio updates. Alexa was connected properly and so was everything else but alexa would respond with "I'm not sure what went wrong". You have to go to your "tv settings" > "system" > "reset & admin" > click "soft power cycle" then yes.
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How do I install Alexa on my VIZIO TV?

Adding the TV to Alexa
  1. Select Add to Alexa on the TV screen.
  2. You'll get a prompt to launch the Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone.
  3. Tap More (three lines) > skills & games.
  4. Tap the magnifying glass and type Vizio Smartcast.
  5. Tap Enable to Use.
  6. You'll be prompted to enter your My Vizio login credentials.
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How do I activate voice command on Samsung?

How to activate voice controls on your Android device using the Voice Access app
  1. Download the Voice Access app.
  2. Open the Settings app — not the Voice Access app — and tap "Accessibility."
  3. Scroll down and tap "Voice Access." On the next page, toggle it on.
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How do I use voice assistant on my Samsung TV?

When you're ready, navigate to Settings on your TV. Select General, and then select Voice. Select Voice assistant, and then choose Google Assistant as your preferred assistant. Note: If you do not see Google Assistant as an available option, update your TV's software to the latest version.
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How do I wake-up my Samsung TV?

Press the Voice icon on the remote and turn on the Voice Wake-up function. Note: If you do not turn on the Voice Wake-up function, you can activate Bixby only by pressing the voice icon on the remote.
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Why won't Alexa work on my Samsung TV?

If Alexa won't turn on your Samsung Smart TV, chances are it hasn't been integrated into the SmartThings App. You will need to connect both devices via their apps and enable SmartThings skills. If everything's in order with your Smart Things app and it still wont connect, wifi may be the problem.
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How do I connect Samsung SmartThings to Alexa?

Connect to SmartThings
  1. Open the Amazon Alexa app.
  2. Go to Settings and tap Connected Home.
  3. Tap Link with SmartThings under the Device Links.
  4. Enter your SmartThings account details and tap Log In.
  5. Select the location of your SmartThings device from the dropdown menu.
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How do I change my Bixby to Alexa on my Samsung TV?

How to set up Bixby and Alexa on your 2020 Samsung TV
  1. Access the Voice menu. ...
  2. Select a voice assistant. ...
  3. Setting up Bixby. ...
  4. Agree to terms and conditions. ...
  5. Train Bixby to remember your voice. ...
  6. Press the microphone button once to access the Explore Bixby menu. ...
  7. Change Bixby settings. ...
  8. Setting up Amazon Alexa.
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