Set up Amazon Echo Show 5 - Here's how
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The Echo Show 5 from Amazon can be set up and further personalized in just a few steps. In this practical tip, we will show you how.
Get started: Set up Amazon Echo Show 5
Before you can set up the Amazon Echo Show 5, you must first unpack it. The device comes in a rectangular packaging, which also contains instructions and the power supply unit with a micro USB connection.
- First plug the power supply into a socket and connect it to the Echo Show 5 using the micro USB connection. The Smart Display now starts automatically.
- The Echo Show 5 display supports touch inputs. So select the language. It then searches for an available WiFi network.
- Select the desired network and type in the WiFi password to connect the device.
- To log in with your Amazon account, enter both your email address and your password.
- Select the desired time zone and indicate in which room your Echo Show 5 is placed. You can also name it and install existing software updates.
- A short video explains all the functions of the device and you can then take out an Amazon Music trial subscription. Your Amazon Echo Show 5 is now ready for use.
Make further settings
After the Amazon Echo Show 5 is ready for use, you can make further settings to optimally adapt the device to your needs.
- With a swipe from the top of the display down, you get an overview of where you can return to the start page, but also adjust the brightness with a slider. There is also a field for the do not disturb mode and the settings.
- In the settings you can connect other devices via Bluetooth, change their network settings, personalize the displayed clock and content, set a night mode, manage sounds and much more.
- The night mode reduces the brightness of the display in relation to the current lighting conditions in the room. You can have this mode started automatically, as well as set certain times.
