Using Amazon Alexa to Control Your Air Conditioning with AirTouch
Alexa, Warm Up the Dining Room…
Already love using Alexa with your Amazon Echo speaker? Now, you can extend that convenience to control your ducted air conditioning system with AirTouch—all hands-free.
With voice control enabled, you can:
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Turn your air conditioning system on or off
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Adjust the temperature for different rooms or zones
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Request the current temperature
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Change airflow settings
Whether your hands are full or you're walking in from a cold winter’s day, controlling your home’s comfort is as simple as speaking out loud.
Examples of Alexa Voice Commands
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“Alexa, turn on the air conditioning.”
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“Alexa, what is the temperature of the dining room?”
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“Alexa, set the family room to 22 degrees.”
Just ask, and Alexa will respond through your Amazon Echo speaker.
What is Amazon Alexa?
Alexa is Amazon’s voice-controlled virtual assistant, available on Echo and other compatible smart speakers. With Alexa, you can control a growing range of smart home devices, including:
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Lights
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Switches
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Entertainment systems
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Smart thermostats
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And now, AirTouch climate control systems
Because Alexa is cloud-based, it constantly improves, adapting to your speech patterns and preferences over time, making voice control of your home climate feel even more natural.
Getting Started with Alexa + AirTouch
Step-by-Step Setup
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Make sure your AirTouch system is connected to Wi-Fi and has an always-on internet connection.
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Open the Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone.
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Navigate to Skills & Games in the menu.
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Search for AirTouch, and enable the skill.
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Log in using your AirTouch account credentials to link your system.
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Once linked, Alexa will discover your AirTouch-compatible zones and devices.
Download Setup Instructions
For a visual guide, refer to the AirTouch Alexa Setup Guide PDF or watch the setup video.
Alexa's New Skillset with AirTouch
With the AirTouch Skill, Alexa becomes more than just a switch, it gains the ability to:
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Adjust airflow or temperature for individual zones
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Turn zones on or off
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Monitor and report current room temperatures
Now you can keep your entire home comfortable just by asking.
Why Voice Control Makes Life Easier
We believe smart home technology should enhance comfort, not add complexity. With Alexa and AirTouch, voice control becomes a practical, everyday tool that helps you stay comfortable without lifting a finger.
From adjusting temperatures while you cook, to making sure your kid's rooms are warm before bedtime, Alexa and AirTouch bring convenience, comfort, and control together in one seamless experience.
For your convenience, a PDF version of this guide is available for download.