I have been wondering how to control my TV using Alexa after realising I have far too many (7) TV-related remotes in my living room. This dilemma has led me to explore the cheapest methods, including the one described in this article, to control non-smart TVs & smart TVs using Alexa.
During my research, I realised the easiest option would be to use an “IR Blaster” to learn my TV remote buttons. Infrared blasters emulate an infrared remote control to control a device that is usually controlled only by key presses or buttons.
I decided on Broadlink’s RM Mini 3 to act as the communication link and sit between my TV (IR) & Alexa (Wi-Fi). The Broadlink RM Mini 3 supports over 80,000 IR controlled devices so you can count on most TV remotes working with Alexa using my technique.