ECHO Show 8 Gen3 Smart Display Instruction Manual
- June 16, 2024
- ECHO
Table of Contents
MEET YOUR ECHO SHOW 8
- MICROPHONES
- CAMERA
- LIGHT BAR
BACK
- MICROPHONES/ CAMERA (ON/OFF)
- CAMERA SHUTTER (ON/OFF)
- VOLUME (UP/DOWN)
- POWER PORT
- Also included:
Power adapter
SET UP YOUR ECHO SHOW 8
1. HAVE YOUR WIFI AND AMAZON PASSWORDS READY
During setup, you will connect to the Internet and sign in to your Amazon
account.
2. PLUG ECHO SHOW 8 INTO A POWER OUTLET
Use the included power adapter. In about a minute, the display will turn on
and Alexa will greet you.
3. FOLLOW THE ON-SCREEN SETUP
Log in with an existing Amazon account username and password or create a new
account.
4. DOWNLOAD ALEXA APP FROM APP STORE
Installing the app on your phone or tablet helps you get more out of your Echo
Show 8. It’s where you set up calling and messaging, and manage music, lists,
settings, and news.
EXPLORE YOUR ECHO SHOW 8
TO CHANGE YOUR SETTINGS
Swipe down from the top edge of the screen.
OPTIONAL:
SET UP COMPATIBLE SMART HOME DEVICES
You can easily connect and control compatible devices with the built-in smart home hub. When ready to get started, open the Alexa app to add your device, or say, “Alexa, discover my devices.”
PRIVACY AND SUPPORT
PRIVACY CONTROLS
Turn the microphones and camera off by pressing the microphones/camera on/off
button.
Cover the camera easily with the built-in shutter.
See when Alexa is recording and sending your request to Amazon’s secure cloud
via a blue indicator light.
MANAGE YOUR VOICE HISTORY
You can view, hear, and delete the voice recordings associated with your
account in the Alexa app at any time.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
For help and troubleshooting, go to Help & Feedback in the Alexa app or visit
amazon.com/devicesupport.
You have control over your Alexa experience.
Explore more at amazon.com/alexaprivacy or
amazon.ca/alexaprivacy.
THINGS TO TRY WITH ALEXA
Start by asking, “Alexa, what can you do?”
You can also stop a response at any time by saying, “Alexa, stop.”
KEEP THE FAMILY IN SYNC
“Alexa, call Dad.”
“Alexa, announce dinner is ready.”
“Alexa, show me my calendar.”
DO MORE WITH ALEXA
LISTEN, WATCH & UNWIND
“Alexa, play top hits.”
“Alexa, play the news.”
“Alexa, open Prime Video.”
CONTROL YOUR SMART HOME
“Alexa, turn on the lamp.”
“Alexa, show me the front door.”
MANAGE YOUR DAY
“Alexa, set a 5-minute timer.”
“Alexa, start my day.”
“Alexa, buy toothpaste.”
GET THE FORECAST
“Alexa, show me the weather.”
“Alexa, is it going to rain?”
Some features may require customization in the Alexa app, a separate subscription, or an additional compatible smart home device. Certain skills and services may not be available in all languages.
You can find more examples and tips in the Alexa app.
