1. Utangulizi
The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is a smart display designed to integrate seamlessly into your daily life. It features a 5.5-inch screen and enhanced audio capabilities, providing visual and auditory interactions with Alexa. This device is refurbished, tested, and certified to function like a new unit, and comes with the same limited warranty.
The device is constructed with sustainability in mind, utilizing 100% post-consumer recycled polyester yarn for its fabric and 100% recycled aluminum. Its packaging is also 100% recyclable.
2. Ni nini kwenye Sanduku
Upon unboxing your Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen), you should find the following items:
- Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) device
- Power adapter (22W) and cable (4.9ft)
- Mwongozo wa Kuanza Haraka
3. Mwongozo wa Kuweka
Follow these steps to set up your Echo Show 5:
- Washa: Connect the included power adapter to your Echo Show 5 and plug it into a wall outlet. The device will automatically power on.
- Fuata Maagizo ya Skrini: The device will guide you through the initial setup process on its 5.5-inch touch screen.
- Unganisha kwa Wi-Fi: Select your Wi-Fi network from the list and enter the password. The Echo Show 5 supports dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac). It does not support ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networks.
- Log in to Amazon Account: Enter your Amazon account credentials when prompted.
- Binafsisha Mipangilio: Configure your time zone, location, and other preferences.
- Chunguza Vipengele: Once setup is complete, you can begin interacting with Alexa and exploring the device's capabilities.
The device utilizes Amazon Wi-Fi Simple Setup technology for an easier connection process to your Wi-Fi network.
4. Operating Your Echo Show 5
The Echo Show 5 allows for various interactions through voice commands and its touch screen.
4.1. Sifa za Kuonyesha
The 5.5-inch touch screen provides visual information and controls:
- Taarifa kwa Muhtasari: View news headlines, weather forecasts, and calendar events.
- Photo Display: Set the background to a rotating slideshow of your favorite photos. You can invite family and friends to share photos.
- Maudhui Viewing: Stream shows, view song titles, and follow along with recipes.

4.2. Sifa za Sauti
The device features a full-range 1.75-inch built-in speaker, offering enhanced bass and clearer vocals for audio playback.
- Music and Podcasts: Stream audio content from services like Amazon Music and Spotify.
- Muunganisho wa Bluetooth: Inasaidia Kitaalamu cha Usambazaji wa Sauti cha Kinafile (A2DP) for streaming audio from your mobile device to the Echo Show 5, or from the Echo Show 5 to a Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) allows voice control of connected mobile devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported.


4.3. Vipengele vya Kamera
The Echo Show 5 includes a 2 MP camera with a built-in shutter.
- Simu ya Video: Use the camera to make video calls to friends and family who have the Alexa app or another Echo device with a screen.
- Ufuatiliaji wa Nyumbani: Check in on your home, family, or pets using the built-in camera. You can also view compatible video doorbells.


4.4. Udhibiti Mahiri wa Nyumba
Control compatible smart devices such as lights and thermostats using voice commands or the touch screen, even when you are away from home. The device supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, and Matter for smart home compatibility.
4.5. Vipengele vya Faragha
The Echo Show 5 incorporates multiple layers of privacy controls:
- Mic/Camera Off Button: A physical button to electronically disconnect the microphone and camera.
- Built-in Camera Shutter: A physical slider to cover the camera lens.
- Wake Word Technology: The device only begins recording and sending audio to the cloud after detecting the wake word (e.g., "Alexa").
- Viashiria vya Kutiririsha: Visual indicators show when the device is actively streaming to the cloud.
- Usimamizi wa Kurekodi Sauti: Uwezo wa view na ufute rekodi zako za sauti.
- Ring Video Encryption: Inasaidia viewing end-to-end encrypted Ring video.

4.6. Vipengele vya Ufikiaji
The Echo Show 5 includes various accessibility features to personalize Alexa to your abilities. These can be accessed via Settings → Accessibility.
- Gusa kwenye Alexa: Access Alexa via touch through on-screen tiles or a keyboard.
- Adaptive Listening: Provides more time to finish speaking before Alexa responds.
- Preferred Speaking Rate: Control how fast or slow Alexa speaks.
- Captioning: Alexa Captioning, Call Captioning, and Closed Captioning provide text captions for supported content.
- Show and Tell: Helps users who are blind or visually impaired identify products by saying "Alexa, what am I holding."
- SautiView Kisoma skrini: Enables access for users who are blind or visually impaired.
- Kikuza Skrini: Allows zooming in/out and panning around the screen.
- Notify When Nearby: Plays notification sounds when detected near the device.
- Kindle Soma Kwa Sauti: Alexa can read Kindle books aloud.
- Real Time Text: Enables typing live text in a video call.
- Additional features include Color Inversion, Color Correction, and Request Sound.
5. Matengenezo
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Echo Show 5, follow these maintenance guidelines:
- Kusafisha: Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently wipe the screen and exterior. Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents, or aerosol sprays.
- Uwekaji: Place the device on a stable, flat surface away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive moisture. Ensure adequate ventilation around the device.
- Masasisho ya Programu: The device receives guaranteed software security updates for at least four years after its last availability for purchase as a new unit. Ensure your device is connected to Wi-Fi to receive these updates automatically.
- Mzunguko wa Nguvu: If the device becomes unresponsive, unplug it from the power outlet, wait for 10 seconds, and then plug it back in.
6. Utatuzi wa shida
If you encounter issues with your Echo Show 5, try the following solutions:
- Hakuna Nguvu: Hakikisha kuwa adapta ya umeme imeunganishwa kwa usalama kwa kifaa na plagi ya ukuta inayofanya kazi. Jaribu njia tofauti.
- Masuala ya Muunganisho wa Wi-Fi:
- Angalia kama kipanga njia chako cha Wi-Fi kinafanya kazi vizuri.
- Anzisha tena kipanga njia chako na modem.
- On the Echo Show 5, go to Settings → Network and try reconnecting to your Wi-Fi network.
- Ensure the device is within range of your Wi-Fi router.
- Alexa Hajibu:
- Ensure the microphone is not muted (the light ring will be red). Press the mic/camera off button if it is.
- Speak clearly and directly to the device.
- Try restarting the device by unplugging and replugging it.
- Masuala ya Kuonyesha: Ikiwa skrini haijibu au imeganda, jaribu kuanzisha upya kifaa.
- Matatizo ya Sauti:
- Check the volume level on the device.
- Ensure no external Bluetooth speakers are connected if you intend to use the internal speaker.
- Kamera Haifanyi Kazi: Ensure the camera shutter is open and the camera is not disabled via the mic/camera off button.
For further assistance, refer to the Amazon support webtovuti au wasiliana na huduma kwa wateja.
7. Vipimo
| Kipengele | Maelezo |
|---|---|
| Mfano | Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) - 2023 release |
| Vipimo (W x D x H) | 5.8" x 3.6" x 3.2" (147mm x 91mm x 82mm) |
| Uzito | Wakia 16.1 (gramu 456) |
| Onyesho | 5.5" skrini ya kugusa |
| Kamera | 2 MP with built-in shutter |
| Kichakataji | MediaTek MT 8169 B |
| Muunganisho wa Wi-Fi | Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (does not support ad-hoc networks) |
| Muunganisho wa Bluetooth | A2DP support for audio streaming, AVRCP for voice control (Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes not supported) |
| Sauti | Full range 1.75” built-in speaker |
| Utangamano wa Smart Home | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, Matter |
| Usaidizi wa Lugha | Kiingereza na Kihispania |
8. Udhamini na Msaada
Your Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) comes with a 1-year limited warranty and service. As a refurbished device, it receives the same limited warranty as a new device.
For detailed warranty information and terms of service, please refer to the documentation provided with your device or visit the official Amazon support website. Information regarding software security updates is also available through Amazon's official channels.





