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Thursday, February 22nd, 2024 2:18 PM

Remote help

On direct tv streaming bringing my own device. I downloaded app to new Sony 85 inch tv. I want to be able to go directly from one channel to another directly. Bought rc73 after market genie. Do I to Roku or Fire stick to get remote to work?

ACE - New Member

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5.2K Messages

9 months ago

The RC73 remote is unable to be used with a Roku or Fire Stick device with DIRECTV STREAM/BYOD. If you wish to use a remote that directly goes from one channel to another, consider purchasing the Gemini Air receiver which comes with the RC82V remote. This will offer you a more cable-like experience. The Gemini Air can be purchased directly through the DIRECTV website or third-party websites such as Solid Signal. 

ACE - Sage

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46.1K Messages

9 months ago

Only DirecTV Stream boxes can tune directly to specific channel numbers. 

ACE - Expert

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1.2K Messages

9 months ago

As far as I know “DirecTV Bring your own device” (also known as DIRECTV Stream) subscribers cannot get devices from DirecTV - they reserve that ability for “DirecTV via Internet” subscribers.  Others can get used Gemini (Osprey) units from eBay for reasonable prices. I’ve only seen a couple of listings for the Gemini Air (dongle) devices and the pricing was way high. 


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