Introduction
The Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) are smart audio glasses designed to integrate Alexa into your daily life. These frames feature open-ear audio, hands-free communication, and smart home control, all while maintaining a stylish design. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your Echo Frames.
Image: Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) in Classic Black, resting on a marble table next to a laptop. This image illustrates the product's design and typical use environment.
What's in the Box
Upon unboxing your Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen), you should find the following items:
- 1 pair of Echo Frames (3rd Gen, 2023 release)
- Carrying case
- Cleaning cloth
- Charging stand
- USB-A to USB-C cable for charging stand
Note: A power adapter is sold separately and is not included in the box.
Setup
1. Initial Charging
Before first use, fully charge your Echo Frames. Connect the USB-A to USB-C cable to the charging stand and a compatible 5W USB power adapter (not included). Place the Echo Frames onto the charging stand. The frames fully charge in approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Image: Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) resting on their white charging stand, which is connected via a white USB cable. A green light on the stand indicates charging status.
2. Smartphone Compatibility and Alexa App
Echo Frames support Android 9.0 or greater and iOS 14 or greater. Download and install the latest version of the Alexa app on your smartphone. Follow the in-app instructions to pair your Echo Frames via Bluetooth 5.2. The Alexa app is essential for full functionality, including Alexa voice control and managing settings.
3. Bluetooth Pairing
Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your smartphone. Open the Alexa app and navigate to 'Devices' to add your Echo Frames. The frames support multi-point pairing, allowing connection to multiple devices simultaneously.
Operating Instructions
Alexa Voice Control
Simply say "Alexa" to activate the voice assistant. You can ask Alexa to play music, podcasts, or Audible books from supported streaming apps. You can also control your smart home devices, check the weather, set reminders, and more.
Image: A graphic displaying "Get the all-new Alexa" and "This device comes with Early Access alexa+". This indicates the integration of Alexa services with the Echo Frames.
Audio Playback
The Echo Frames feature open-ear audio, directing sound to your ears without covering them, while minimizing sound leakage to others. Auto Volume adjusts playback based on ambient noise. Use voice commands or the physical buttons on the frames to control media playback.
Image: A close-up of the Echo Frames temple, illustrating sound waves emanating towards the ear, with text "Open-ear audio: Listen to music and still take in the world around you without anything in your ear."
Hands-Free Communications
Make and receive calls using the open-ear audio system. With Top Contact enabled in the Alexa app, you can call a designated contact by pressing and holding a button on the frames.
Smart Home Control
Control compatible smart home devices using Alexa voice commands through your Echo Frames. For example, you can adjust lights or thermostats.
Privacy Features
The Echo Frames are designed with privacy in mind. Microphones are optimized to respond to the wearer's voice. To mute the microphones, double-press the action button on the frames. LED indicators provide visual feedback when the microphones are active or muted.
Image: A person wearing Echo Frames, with text "Designed to protect your privacy: Double-press the action button to mute the microphones." This highlights the privacy control feature.
Blue Light Filtering Lenses
These frames come with blue light filtering lenses that have an anti-reflective coating. They are designed to reduce glare and filter blue light from digital screens, improving visual comfort during extended use.
Image: A person wearing the Echo Frames with blue light filtering lenses, looking at a screen. The lenses show a subtle blue reflection, indicating their filtering capability.
Maintenance
Cleaning
Use the provided cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lenses and frames. For stubborn smudges, use a lens cleaning spray designed for eyeglasses. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.
Storage and Temperature
Store your Echo Frames in the included carrying case when not in use. Avoid exposing the smart glasses or charging stand to extreme heat or cold. The operating temperature range is 0–35°C (32–95°F). Do not leave them in a car on a hot day, as this can damage the Italian acetate frame material.
Prescription Lenses
The Echo Frames can be fitted with prescription lenses by an eye care provider. Consult with a professional optician for this service.
Image: A graphic displaying "echo frames: Visit an eyecare provider to add prescription lenses" along with logos of various eyecare providers. This indicates the option to customize the frames with prescription lenses.
Troubleshooting
- Frames not charging: Ensure the frames are correctly seated on the charging stand. The charging stand can be particular about placement. Verify the charging stand's indicator light is active (e.g., orange for charging, green for fully charged). Ensure the USB cable and power adapter are functioning correctly.
- No audio or poor sound quality: Check the volume level on your frames and connected smartphone. Ensure the frames are properly connected via Bluetooth. If issues persist, try disconnecting and re-pairing the frames.
- Alexa not responding: Verify that the frames are connected to your smartphone and have an active internet connection (via data plan or Wi-Fi). Ensure the microphones are not muted (double-press the action button). Check the Alexa app for any connectivity alerts.
- Connectivity issues: If the frames frequently disconnect, ensure they are within Bluetooth range of your smartphone. Try restarting both your smartphone and the Echo Frames.
For further assistance, refer to the Alexa app's help section or Amazon's official support resources.
Specifications
- Size:
- Rectangle: 55-17-147 mm
- Weight:
- Frames: 38.6g
- Material:
- Front frames are made from Italian acetate and premium metal tone finishes. Temple tips are made from soft-touch silicone with a lightweight titanium temple core. Temple tips are adjustable for comfort. Avoid extreme temperatures.
- Smartphone Compatibility:
- Android 9.0 or greater and iOS 14 or greater. Note: These smartphones are not compatible with Echo Frames for Alexa voice control directly, but rather through the Alexa app.
- Data Connection:
- Uses the Alexa app on your smartphone and data plan or Wi-Fi for connectivity. Carrier charges may apply.
- Battery and Power:
- Up to 6 hours of continuous media playback or talk time (at 80% volume). Up to 14 hours of moderate usage. Fully charges in approximately 2.5 hours.
- Bluetooth:
- Bluetooth 5.2, Multi-point pairing. Supports HFP, A2DP, and AVRCP profiles.
- Speakers:
- 2 microspeakers (1 in each temple) with improved driver and optimized acoustic architecture for high-quality audio. Dipole port design for enhanced directionality.
- Microphones:
- 4 beamforming microphones (2 in each temple).
- Water Resistance:
- IPX4: Splash-resistant for water and sweat.
- Sensors:
- Hall sensor, Ambient light sensor, and Accelerometer.
- Privacy Features:
- Wake word technology, LED feedback indicators, double-press button to mute mics, voice recording management via Alexa Privacy Hub.
Warranty and Support
The Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) come with a 1-year limited warranty and service. An optional 2-year extended warranty is available for U.S. customers, sold separately. Use of Echo Frames is subject to the terms found on the official Amazon website.
For more information on accessibility features, visit the Alexa accessibility page.
For detailed privacy information, visit the Alexa Privacy Hub.
