Set up Gemini device using a wired connection
Learn how to set up your Gemini device using a wired connection.
DETAILED INFOConnect your Gemini device (wired)
Take your Gemini device, power supply, HDMI cable, and remote out of the box. Use the new cables included for the best viewing experience.
- Disconnect your current device.
- Unplug the HDMI cord, coaxial cable, and power cord from the device.
- Set the device, HDMI cord, power supply, and remote aside.
- Do not disconnect the coaxial cable from the wall.
- Connect the coaxial cable to the ethernet coax adaptor.
- Hand‑tighten to ensure a snug fit.
- Connect the ethernet cable.
- Plug one end into the new Gemini device.
- Plug the other end into the ethernet coax adaptor.
- Power the ethernet coax adaptor.
- Connect the micro USB cable to the adaptor.
- Move the plastic tab if needed to access the port.
- Connect the HDMI cable.
- Plug one end into the Gemini device.
- Plug the other end into your TV.
- Plug the power supply into an outlet.
- Turn on your TV.
- Switch the TV input to the HDMI port connected to the Gemini device.
- Prepare the remote.
- Remove the battery pull tab from the back of the remote.
- Complete on‑screen setup.
- Pair the remote by pointing it at the device and holding FAST FORWARD and REWIND for 2–3 seconds until confirmed.
- Review and accept the Terms & Conditions.
- Select or enter the room location.
- Sign in with your Google ID, if available. Learn more about Google Assistant
Heads up: If your Google Account uses two‑step verification, watch for an approval request from Google for this Gemini device.
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Use voice control on your remote
Google Assistant makes it easier than ever to watch what you want, when you want. Just press and release the MIC/voice button on your remote and wait for solid blue lights. Then, say what you want to do:
- Go to a channel or show - say Tune to TNT
- Turn closed captions on or off - say Turn on closed captions
- Watch something on Netflix – say Open Netflix
- Search for a movie – Say Search action movies
If your Gemini device doesn’t automatically connect
Connecting your new Gemini device to your DIRECTV network and main Genie server (HR44/HR54 models).
You may need to go to your main Genie receiver to get a 4-digit PIN to connect your Gemini device to your network:
- On the main receiver, press MENU on the Genie remote and go to
Settings > Whole-Home > Manage Clients >Add Client - Follow on-screen prompts including pressing the DASH (-) to get your
4-digit PIN - The 4-digit PIN is entered on your new Gemini receiver screen
Connecting your new Gemini device to your DIRECTV network with a Genie 2 server (HS17 model):
- Go to your Genie 2 receiver and press the Add Client button on the top of the tower
- Return to your Gemini receiver and follow the on-screen prompts
Learn more about connecting your Genie receivers to the internet.
For additional assistance with your Gemini device, please call 888.488.4742.
If setting up more than one Gemini device, please connect all equipment before contacting us, if possible. For additional assistance with your Gemini device, please call 888.488.4742.