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 The DirecTV platform allows you to control a [DirecTV](https://www.directv.com) receiver and its client devices.
 
+### Requirements
+
+For proper integration with Home Assistant, your DirecTV device settings should allow "External Access".
+
+This is done via series of settings found via "Menu > Settings & Help > Settings > Whole Home > External Device":
+
+- External Access: Allow
+- Current Program: Allow
+- Recordings: Allow
+
 ### Configuration
 
 Go to the integrations page in your configuration and click on new integration -> DirecTV.