How to setup Logitech Harmony with Amazon Alexa

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

How to setup Logitech Harmony with Amazon Alexa

2. Resolution

First, set up your Logitech Harmony remote

If you're new to Harmony, download the app from the Apple Store or from Google Play. Follow the setup guide to add your entertainment devices, create Activities and complete your setup.

If your Harmony remote is already configured and working in your living room then continue to step two.

Next, ensure Alexa is up and running

If Alexa is already configured, then skip to the last step. Otherwise, follow Amazon's getting started with Echo how‑to guide.

Lastly, connect Harmony and Alexa together

1. Using the Amazon Alexa app, navigate to Menu > Skills & Games and search for Harmony.
2. Tap the search result for the blue Harmony skill, and then ENABLE.
3. When prompted to log into your Harmony account be sure to select the same method used when first setting up your remote. If you created a username or password then select that option. If you selected Facebook or Google logins when setting up your remote, then select the same. If you're still having trouble then visit our how to log into your Harmony account support article.

4. You're able to set friendly names for each of your Activities. For example, if your Harmony Activity name is "Play a Game", you might set your friendly names to "Xbox" or "PS4" so you can say, "Alexa, turn on the Xbox."
5. Select the "Add Friendly Name" button beside your Activity to set up one or more names.
6. Uncheck the box if you don't want Alexa to control a particular Activity.
7. For your security, Activities containing door locks cannot be controlled by voice and have been removed.

5. You may set up friendly names for your Favorite TV Channels. This step is enabled for those who have already configured Favorite Channels for their Harmony remote.
6. If you have Roku device then you can also allow Alexa to jump directly to those channels. For example, "Alexa, turn on Netflix" can switch to your Watch Roku Activity and automatically launch the Netflix channel.
7. Click LINK ACCOUNT at the bottom of your the screen, followed by DISCOVER DEVICES to complete the setup.