Getting to know Echo Dot
Action button
Microphone off button
Volume up button
Volume down button
Light ring
AUX audio output
Micro-USB port
Micro-USB cable
Power adapter
1. Plug in Echo Dot
Plug the micro-USB cable and 9W adapter into Echo Dot
and then into a power outlet. You must use the items
included in the original Echo Dot package for optimal
performance. A blue light ring will begin to spin around
the top. In about a minute, the light ring will change to
orange and Alexa will greet you.
2. Download the Alexa App
Download the free Amazon Alexa app to your phone or
tablet. Start the download process in your mobile
browser at:
http://alexa.amazon.com
If the setup process does not automatically start, go to
Settings > Set up a new device. During setup, you will
connect Echo Dot to the Internet, so you will need your
Wi-Fi password.
3. Connect to your speaker
You can connect your Echo Dot to a speaker using
Bluetooth or an AUX cable.
If you are using Bluetooth, place your speaker more
than 3 feet from Echo Dot for optimal performance.
Min. 3 ft
Getting started with Echo Dot
Talking to Echo Dot
To get Echo Dot's attention, simply say "Alexa." See
the Things to Try card to help you get started.
Alexa App
The app helps you get more out of your Echo Dot. It’s
where you manage your lists, news, music, settings,
and see an overview of your requests.
Give us your feedback
Alexa will improve over time, with new features and
ways to get things done. We want to hear about your
experiences. Use the Alexa App to send us feedback or
email echodot-feedback@amazon.com.