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Brsk Legacy - How do I set up Alexa voice control on BetterTV?

Control your BetterTV hands-free by connecting your Alexa device.

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • An Alexa-enabled device (Echo, Echo Dot, etc.)
  • The Amazon Alexa app on your phone
  • Both devices connected to the same WiFi network
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Connect Alexa to BetterTV**

On your BetterTV box:

  1. Go to Settings
  2. Select Alexa Voice Control under Accessibility & Voice Control
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions

On your Alexa app: The setup will guide you through enabling the BetterTV skill and linking your accounts.

Test the connection

Try saying: "Alexa, change channel to BBC One"

You'll see a blue ring in the top-left corner of your TV screen when Alexa is listening.

What Alexa voice commands can I use?

Just say "Alexa" followed by any of these commands:

Change channels

  • "Go to BBC One"
  • "Tune to Channel 103"

Search for shows

  • "Search EastEnders"
  • "Find programme called Frasier"
  • "Search for Peppa Pig"

Watch live TV

  • "Watch Homes Under the Hammer"

Play from apps

  • "Play Grand Tour"

Launch apps

  • "Launch Amazon Prime Video"
  • "Go to Netflix"
  • "Start BBC iPlayer"

Control playback

  • "Pause"
  • "Play"

Open the TV Guide

  • "Go to Guide"

Volume control

  • "Mute" or "Unmute"

  • "Set volume to 40"

Navigate the menu

  • "Move left"
  • "Move right"
  • "Move down"
  • "Move up"
  • "Select"