The Amazon Fire TV Cube is a versatile device that combines the capabilities of an Amazon Fire TV with those of an Alexa-enabled smart speaker. With the ability to stream content from popular streaming services, control your TV and home entertainment system, and access Alexa’s features, it’s no wonder that the Fire TV Cube is a popular choice for many people.
However, setting up the Fire TV Cube for the first time can be a bit overwhelming, especially for those who are not tech-savvy. In this guide, we’ll take you through the setup process step by step, so you can start using your Fire TV Cube as soon as possible.
Unbox Your Fire TV Cube
The first step in setting up your Fire TV Cube is to unbox it. Inside the box, you’ll find the following items:
- Fire TV Cube device
- Alexa Voice Remote
- Power adapter
- AAA batteries (for the remote)
- HDMI cable
- Quick Start Guide
Connect Your Fire TV Cube to Your TV
Once you have all the components, it’s time to connect your Fire TV Cube to your TV. Here’s how:
- Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the back of your Fire TV Cube and the other end to an HDMI port on your TV.
- Plug the power adapter into the Fire TV Cube and the other end into a power outlet.
- Turn on your TV and select the correct HDMI input using your TV remote. You should now see the Fire TV Cube’s home screen.
Pair the Alexa Voice Remote
Once your Fire TV Cube is connected to your TV, the next step is to pair the Alexa Voice Remote. Here’s how:
- Insert the two AAA batteries into the remote.
- Press and hold the home button for about five seconds until the Alexa Voice Remote’s light starts flashing.
- On the Fire TV Cube home screen, select “Settings.”
- Select “Device.”
- Select “Bluetooth Devices.”
- Select “Amazon Alexa Voice Remote.”
- Wait for the remote to be paired and the light to stop flashing.
Create an Amazon Account
To fully use the capabilities of the Fire TV Cube, you need to have an Amazon account. If you already have an account, you can sign in. If not, you can create one by following these steps:
- On the Fire TV Cube home screen, select “Settings.”
- Select “My Account.”
- Select “Create a new Amazon account.”
- Follow the on-screen instructions to create your account.
Set Up Alexa
Once you have created your Amazon account, you can set up Alexa on your Fire TV Cube. Here’s how:
- On the Fire TV Cube home screen, select “Settings.”
- Select “Alexa.”
- Select “Set up Alexa.”
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Alexa.
Download Streaming Apps
Now that your Fire TV Cube is set up and connected to your Amazon account, you can download streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more. Here’s how:
- On the Fire TV Cube home screen, select the “Apps” option.
- Browse the available apps and select the one you want to download.
- Select “Download” and wait for the app to download and install.
