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How to set Amazon Echo Dot as a default speaker

January 14, 2024

Learn how to effortlessly make your Amazon Echo Dot the default speaker for your devices with our step-by-step guide. Enhance audio experience today!

How to set Amazon Echo Dot as a default speaker

 

Connecting Amazon Echo Dot to Your Device

 

  • Ensure your Amazon Echo Dot is powered on and connected to Wi-Fi. You can check the connection status using the Alexa app on your smartphone.
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  • Open the Alexa app on your phone and tap the "Devices" icon located at the bottom right corner of the screen.
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  • Select "Echo & Alexa" at the top of the page. This will display a list of your registered Amazon devices.
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  • Choose your Echo Dot from the list to access its settings.

 

Setting Echo Dot as the Default Speaker on Your Device

 

  • In your Echo Dot's settings, scroll down to find the "Auxiliary" section if you intend to connect via aux cable. Most likely, you’ll want to establish a Bluetooth connection instead.
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  • Now, navigate to the Bluetooth settings and enable pairing mode on your device (e.g., computer or smartphone) which you wish to set the Echo Dot as the default speaker for.
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  • Under Bluetooth Devices in the Alexa app, tap "Pair a new device" and select your device from the list once it appears. Your device might prompt you to connect or recognize your Echo Dot as a Bluetooth speaker.
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  • Confirm the connection, and your device will start using the Echo Dot as an external speaker.

 

Making the Echo Dot the Default Speaker

 

  • Once successfully paired, you'll want to ensure your Echo Dot is automatically the default speaker. On most devices, this can be ensured by selecting the Echo Dot as a "default device" in the audio settings.
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  • If you’re using a computer, go to your "Sound" or "Audio" settings through your Control Panel or System Preferences and select the Echo Dot from the list of output options.
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  • On a smartphone or tablet, revisit the Bluetooth settings and set the Echo Dot as a preferred audio output device.

 

Troubleshooting Common Issues

 

  • If the Echo Dot isn't showing in your device list, ensure it’s not connected to any other device. Unplug the Echo and reconnect it to reset its connectivity settings or try removing a previous connection from the Alexa app.
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  • For connection stability, ensure your Echo Dot and device are both within a practical range without obstructions like walls that can interfere with the Bluetooth signal.
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  • If the audio isn’t playing through the Echo Dot, check the volume settings and ensure it’s not muted, both on the device and the Echo itself.

 

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