1. Utangulizi
This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) and Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) bundle. These devices are designed to work seamlessly together, enhancing your daily life with hands-free convenience and intelligent in-home display capabilities.
The Echo Frames are smart glasses that integrate Alexa, allowing you to manage tasks, play audio, and make calls on the go without needing to look at your phone. The Echo Show 8 is a smart display with an 8-inch HD touchscreen, spatial audio, and a 13 MP camera, serving as a central hub for entertainment, communication, and smart home control.
Image: The Amazon Echo Frames and Echo Show 8 displayed together, showcasing their integrated functionality.
2. Vipengee vilivyojumuishwa
Tafadhali hakikisha kuwa vipengele vyote vifuatavyo vipo kwenye kifurushi chako:
2.1. Echo Frames (3rd Gen)
- Jozi 1 ya Echo Frames (Kizazi cha 3, toleo la 2023)
- Kesi ya kubeba
- Kusafisha kitambaa
- Stendi ya kuchaji
- USB-A to USB-C cable for charging stand (Power adapter sold separately)
2.2. Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
- Kifaa cha Echo Show 8
- Glacier White power adapter (30W) / cable (4.9 ft.)
- Mwongozo wa kuanza haraka
3. Mwongozo wa Kuweka
3.1. Setting Up Echo Frames (3rd Gen)
- Charge the Echo Frames: Place your Echo Frames on the included charging stand. Connect the USB-A to USB-C cable to the charging stand and a compatible 5W USB power adapter (not included). A full charge takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Pakua Programu ya Alexa: On your smartphone (Android 9.0+ or iOS 14+), download and install the Amazon Alexa app from your device's app store.
- Pair with your Smartphone: Open the Alexa app and follow the on-screen instructions to add your new Echo Frames. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your smartphone. The frames support Bluetooth 5.2 for multi-point pairing.
- Binafsisha Mipangilio: Within the Alexa app, you can customize settings such as preferred voice, notifications, and audio preferences.
Image: Echo Frames resting on their dedicated charging stand, indicating the charging process.
3.2. Setting Up Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
- Unganisha Nguvu: Plug the included power adapter into the Echo Show 8 and then into a wall outlet. The device will power on automatically.
- Unganisha kwa Wi-Fi: Follow the on-screen prompts to select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password. The Echo Show 8 supports dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks.
- Sign In to Amazon Account: Log in with your Amazon account credentials. This links the device to your Alexa profile na huduma.
- Kamilisha Kuweka: Follow any remaining on-screen instructions to personalize your device, including setting up voice profiles, smart home devices, and communication preferences.
Image: The Echo Show 8 display showcasing various streaming service icons, ready for entertainment.
4. Operating Your Devices
4.1. Operating Echo Frames (3rd Gen)
Echo Frames allow for hands-free interaction with Alexa and audio playback.
- Udhibiti wa Sauti wa Alexa: Simply say "Alexa" followed by your command. You can ask for music, make calls, get directions, set reminders, and more.
- Sauti ya Sikio Huria: The frames feature microspeakers that direct audio to your ears while allowing you to remain aware of your surroundings.
- Calls and Notifications: Receive and make calls directly through your frames. Get discreet audio notifications for messages, calendar events, and other alerts.
- Sifa za Faragha: To mute the microphones, double-press the action button located on the temple. An LED indicator provides feedback on streaming status.
- Maisha ya Betri: Enjoy up to 6 hours of continuous media playback or talk time, or up to 14 hours of moderate usage on a single charge.
Image: A diagram illustrating the open-ear audio technology of the Echo Frames, showing sound directed towards the ear.
Image: A person demonstrating the double-press action button on the Echo Frames to mute the microphones, highlighting the privacy feature.
4.2. Operating Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
The Echo Show 8 combines a smart display with powerful audio and smart home capabilities.
- Kiolesura cha skrini ya kugusa: Navigate menus, watch videos, view photos, and control smart home devices using the 8-inch HD touchscreen.
- Voice Control with Alexa: Say "Alexa" to play music, get news, set alarms, make video calls, and control compatible smart home devices.
- Simu ya Video: Use the 13 MP centered camera for crisp video calls with friends and family. A built-in shutter provides privacy when the camera is not in use.
- Smart Home Hub: The integrated Zigbee + Matter + Thread Border Router allows you to easily connect and control a wide range of compatible smart home devices.
- Uzoefu wa Sauti: Enjoy immersive entertainment with spatial audio delivered by two 2-inch full-range neodymium drivers and a passive bass radiator.
- Amazon Sidewalk: This feature helps compatible devices work better at home and beyond by creating a shared network. You can manage this setting in the Alexa app.
5. Matunzo na Matengenezo
Proper care ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your devices.
- Kusafisha: Use the provided cleaning cloth for your Echo Frames. For both devices, gently wipe surfaces with a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
- Mfiduo wa Halijoto: Do not expose your Echo Frames, Echo Show 8, or their charging accessories to extreme heat or cold. The operating temperature range for Echo Frames and charging stand is 0–35°C (32–95°F). Avoid leaving Echo Frames in a hot car.
- Water Resistance (Echo Frames): Echo Frames are IPX4 splash-resistant, meaning they can withstand splashes of water and sweat. They are not designed for submersion.
- Hifadhi: Store devices in a location where temperatures remain within their specified storage temperature ratings.
6. Utatuzi wa shida
Ukikumbana na matatizo, jaribu suluhisho zifuatazo za kawaida:
6.1. Echo Frames Issues
- No Audio/Alexa Not Responding:
- Ensure frames are charged.
- Check Bluetooth connection to your smartphone.
- Verify your smartphone has an active data connection or Wi-Fi.
- Confirm microphones are not muted (double-press action button).
- Matatizo ya Muunganisho:
- Restart your smartphone and the Alexa app.
- Ensure your smartphone meets compatibility requirements (Android 9.0+ or iOS 14+).
6.2. Echo Show 8 Issues
- Hakuna Onyesho/Nguvu:
- Hakikisha kuwa adapta ya umeme imeunganishwa kwa usalama kwenye kifaa na sehemu ya ukuta.
- Jaribu njia tofauti ya umeme.
- Masuala ya Muunganisho wa Wi-Fi:
- Anzisha upya kipanga njia chako cha Wi-Fi.
- Check if other devices can connect to your Wi-Fi network.
- Ensure the Echo Show 8 is within range of your Wi-Fi router.
- Alexa Hajibu:
- Ensure the microphone/camera off button is not engaged.
- Angalia muunganisho wako wa mtandao.
Kwa usaidizi zaidi, rejelea usaidizi wa Amazon webtovuti au wasiliana na huduma kwa wateja.
7. Maelezo ya kiufundi
7.1. Echo Frames (3rd Gen)
| Kipengele | Maelezo |
|---|---|
| Ukubwa | Round: 50-21-147 mm |
| Uzito | 39.7g |
| Nyenzo | High quality acetate front frames, premium metal tone finishes, soft-touch silicone temple tips with lightweight titanium temple core. |
| Utangamano wa Smartphone | Android 9.0 or greater, iOS 14 or greater. |
| Muunganisho wa Data | Inahitaji programu ya Alexa kwenye simu mahiri na mpango wa data au Wi-Fi. |
| Maisha ya Betri | Up to 6 hours continuous media/talk time; up to 14 hours moderate usage. |
| Muda wa Kuchaji | Approx. 2.5 hours with 5W USB power adapter (not included). |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2, Kuoanisha kwa nukta nyingi, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP. |
| Wazungumzaji | 2 microspeakers (1 in each temple), optimized acoustic architecture. |
| Maikrofoni | Maikrofoni 4 zinazotengeneza miale (2 katika kila hekalu). |
| Upinzani wa Maji | IPX4 (Inastahimili michirizi). |
| Sensorer | Kihisi cha ukumbi, Kihisi mwanga wa mazingira, Kipima kasi. |
| Sifa za Faragha | Wake word technology, LED indicators, mic mute button. |
7.2. Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
| Kipengele | Maelezo |
|---|---|
| Kizazi | 3rd Gen (2023 release) |
| Ukubwa | 7.9" x 5.5" x 4.2" (200mm x 139mm x 106mm) |
| Uzito | Wakia 36.6 (gramu 1034) |
| Onyesho | 8.0” HD touch screen |
| Kamera | 13 MP centered camera with built-in shutter |
| Muunganisho wa Wi-Fi | Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks. |
| Kituo cha Smart Home | Zigbee + Matter + Thread Border Router |
| Muunganisho wa Bluetooth | A2DP for audio streaming, AVRCP for voice control. |
| Sauti | 2 x 2” full range neodymium drivers with passive bass radiator. |
| Kichakataji | Octa-Core SoC with Amazon AZ2 Neural Network Engine. |
| Lugha | Alexa speaks English and Spanish. |
| Sifa za Faragha | Wake word technology, streaming indicators, mic/camera off button, camera shutter. |
8. Udhamini na Msaada
8.1. Taarifa za Udhamini
Both the Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) and Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) come with a Dhamana ya mwaka 1 na huduma included. Optional extended warranties may be available for purchase separately for U.S. customers.
Use of these devices is subject to the terms found on the Amazon webtovuti.
8.2. Msaada kwa Wateja
For detailed support, troubleshooting guides, and frequently asked questions, please visit the official Amazon Devices Support website. You can also contact Amazon Customer Service directly for personalized assistance.
Rasilimali za Mtandaoni: Amazon Devices Support
