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Fire TV Blaster - Add Alexa voice controls for power and volume on your TV and soundbar (requires compatible Fire TV and Echo devices)
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- Requires Fire TV Stick Lite, Fire TV Stick (2nd Gen and later) with Alexa Voice Remote, Fire TV Stick 4K, or Fire TV (3rd Gen) and any Echo smart speaker or smart display.
- ‘Alexa, turn on the TV.’ — Fire TV Blaster lets you use your voice to easily turn your TV on or off—even from across the room.
- ‘Alexa, turn up volume on soundbar.’ — Turn up the volume or mute your compatible TV or soundbar.
- 'Alexa, switch to HDMI1.' — Get to your content faster by using your voice to switch between HDMI inputs on your compatible TVs. You can also easily switch to cable or satellite—just say, 'Alexa, switch to cable/satellite.’
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Important: Fire TV Blaster is not compatible with Fire TV Stick (1st Gen), Fire TV (1st Gen), or Fire TV (2nd Gen). Fire TV Blaster is also not compatible with Fire TV Edition televisions or soundbars. Learn more about supported devices.
Fire TV Blaster is a companion device that works with your Echo and Fire TV devices to add voice control of power, volume, and input switching to your TV, soundbar, and receiver. Fire TV Blaster won't work on its own so you'll need the following (sold separately):
• A compatible Fire TV streaming device – Gives you instant access to launch and control your favorite TV shows, movies and more.
• Any Echo smart speaker or smart display - Fire TV Blaster doesn't have a microphone or speaker so it relies on Echo devices to add hands-free voice control to your compatible IR-controlled devices.
• Compatible devices - IR-controlled TVs, receivers, cable boxes, and soundbars. Learn more about supported devices.
• Apps - Access to the free Fire TV and Alexa apps on Android 5.0 (or above), iOS 10 (or above) mobile device or on a Fire tablet (5th Gen or above) are required for setup.
Fire TV Blaster will not control ceiling fans, lights, or other home appliances.
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Required Amazon devices
Fire TV Blaster requires both a compatible Fire TV streaming device and any Echo smart speaker or smart display to add hands-free voice control to TVs, soundbars, satellite and cable boxes, and receivers. Not sure you have what you need? Check the devices registered to your account.
How to set up
Before you begin: Make sure your compatible Fire TV and Echo devices are already set up and connected to the same Wi-Fi network. You must be signed-in using the same Amazon account for all devices and apps. Learn more here.
Step 1
Download the latest Fire TV and Alexa apps on your mobile phone or tablet and sign in using the same Amazon account. Download the latest Fire TV software version on your Fire TV device. Learn more here.
Step 2
Sign into the Fire TV app with the same Amazon account and select +New Device > Fire TV Blaster and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 3
Make sure to link your Fire TV and Echo devices then connect your Fire TV Blaster to your Wi-Fi network. Learn more here.
Step 4
Continue to follow the Fire TV app instructions and turn on your TV then go to the Fire TV Home screen.
Step 5
Use your Fire TV remote and go to Settings > Equipment Control > Manage Equipment to continue setup. Learn more here.
Step 6
If you have more than one TV on your Alexa account go to the Alexa App to give your TV a unique name.
Once set up is complete, try saying 'Alexa, turn off my TV' without your Fire TV remote. Visit Fire TV Blaster and Alexa for help.
Watch set up video
Place your Fire TV Blaster 1 to 2 feet away from devices you would like to control, positioned so that it has line of sight to those devices. The LED should also be facing where you usually sit. Voice control will work from across the room.
Need more assistance? Visit our Help & Customer Service page.
How does Fire TV Blaster work?
At just over 2” tall, Fire TV Blaster connects your compatible IR-controlled devices to control power, volume, and switch inputs hands-free, so you can get to your content faster.
- Use your Echo smart speaker or smart display with Alexa to communicate with your compatible Fire TV device and Fire TV Blaster using your voice.
- Use compatible Fire TV devices for instant access to launch and control your favorite streaming TV shows, movies, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fire TV Blaster?
Fire TV Blaster uses infrared (IR) to help TVs, soundbars, satellite and cable boxes, and A/V receivers work together wirelessly.
Can I use Fire TV Blaster on its own?
No, Fire TV Blaster is a companion device that requires both a compatible Fire TV streaming device and any Echo smart speaker or smart display. Together these three devices bring hands-free voice control to TVs, soundbars, satellite and cable boxes, and A/V receivers.
Why is a Fire TV streaming media player required for Fire TV Blaster?
A compatible Fire TV device is required to access streaming content and complete set up of your compatible TV, audio/video receivers, satellite and cable boxes, and soundbars. Fire TV Blaster will only work when paired with your compatible Fire TV and Echo devices.
Why is an Echo device required for Fire TV Blaster?
Fire TV Blaster doesn't have a speaker - instead, it uses your existing Echo smart speaker or smart display with Alexa to add hands-free voice control.
Will this work with my Fire TV Edition television or soundbar?
No, Fire TV Blaster isn’t compatible with Fire TV Edition televisions or soundbars.
Does Fire TV Blaster have a speaker/microphone?
No, you will hear Alexa responses through a linked Echo smart speaker or smart display.
How can I control my compatible devices with Alexa?
From across the room, ask Alexa to control your entertainment experience. Here are a few examples of what you can tell Alexa to do:
“Alexa, turn on the TV.“
“Alexa, turn off the TV.“
“Alexa, volume up on receiver.“
“Alexa, volume down on receiver.“
“Alexa, tune to ESPN on cable/satellite.“
Do I need a smart TV to use Fire TV Blaster?
No. Fire TV Blaster works with compatible IR-controlled TVs, regardless of whether or not they are a smart TV. Learn more here about Fire TV Blaster compatibility.
Do I need Fire TV Blaster to voice control my entertainment?
If you already own both a compatible Fire TV streaming device and compatible Echo device, then Fire TV Blaster will add hands-free voice control to what you can already do with the Alexa Voice Remote.
Can I use Fire TV Blaster to control my ceiling fan, lights, or other home equipment?
No. Fire TV Blaster adds hands-free voice control to your existing entertainment setup, and will only work with your compatible Fire TV and Echo devices, and compatible TV, soundbar, cable or satellite box, and receiver.
What's in the box
Fire TV Blaster technical details
Size |
1.5” x 2.2” x 1.5” (38 mm x 56 mm x 38 mm) |
Weight |
3.9 oz (111 g) |
Wi-Fi connectivity |
802.11 a/b/g/n 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
Ports |
Power (micro-USB), wired infrared support |
Voice support |
Near-field voice support with compatible Fire TV devices with the Alexa Voice Remote (2nd Gen). Far-field voice support with compatible Echo devices. |
Voice control compatibility |
Fire TV Blaster can control a wide range of IR-enabled devices, including TVs, soundbars, satellite and cable boxes, and A/V receivers. Learn more here about supported devices. |
System requirements |
Fire TV and Alexa apps on a mobile device running at least Fire OS 5.0, iOS 10, or Android 5 |
Compatibility |
Fire TV Stick (2nd Gen) with Alexa Voice Remote (2nd Gen), Fire TV Stick (2nd Gen) with Alexa Voice Remote (1st Gen), Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV (3rd Gen), Fire TV Cube (1st Gen and 2nd Gen). Any Echo smart speaker or smart display. Compatible IR remote-controlled device(s). |
Warranty and service |
90-day limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Fire TV is subject to the terms found here. |
Regional support |
Certain services may not be available outside the US. |
Included in the box |
Fire TV Blaster, 5W power adapter, USB cable (1.5 m), infrared (IR) extender cable, Quick Start Guide |