How to Use Echo Studio As TV Speaker? (Easy Steps)

Wondering what’s the best way to use the Echo Studio as TV speaker? This guide is for you! With a range of available connection options, the Echo Studio can pair to your TV over:

Either of the connection methods is designed to deliver high-definition audio and is considered an upgrade to most of the default built-in TV speakers.

If you’re planning to use the Studio with the Echo Sub, you may also consider implementing a 2:1 or 5:1 surround sound opportunity.

Now, let’s review in detail all possible ways to use the Echo Studio as a speaker for your TV!

How to Use Echo Studio as TV Speaker? – [All Methods]

Note: Verify the Echo Studio is plugged into power and turned on!

Method #1 Over Wireless (Bluetooth) Connection

With the compact nature of the Echo Studio and flawless wireless quality, most Amazon users consider the wireless (Bluetooth) connection to be a much more reliable option for your TV.

Not only you will be able to place the Studio speaker anywhere in your setup, but you will also transition to a more wire-free and aesthetic-looking setup.

In order to pair wirelessly, you must first ensure whether your TV supports Bluetooth or not.

Step #1 Check for a Bluetooth Option On your TV

Here we’ve listed the instructions to check for Bluetooth on the most popular TVs:

Bluetooth Availability On Popular TV Brands
Samsung TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Settings → Sound → Sound Output → Bluetooth Speaker List
Sony TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Settings → Remotes & Accessories → Bluetooth Settings
Fire TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Settings → Controllers & Bluetooth Devices → Other Bluetooth Devices
Philips TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Wireless and Networks → Bluetooth → Activate Bluetooth
Hisense TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Settings → Remotes & Accessories → Pair Accessory
Roku TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Roku app → Connect TV → Pair Bluetooth device
Vizio TV	Bluetooth: Supported Location: Settings → Bluetooth Headphones

Since Bluetooth availability varies across the models of a certain brand, it’s recommended to consult the user manual.

Alternatively, you can search for how to activate the TV’s Bluetooth online and finally, you must ensure the Bluetooth feature is set to “On” in your TV’s settings.

Step #2 Activate the Studio Pairing Mode

Once you have the TV’s Bluetooth configured, the next step is to place the Echo Studio speaker in “Pairing” mode.

This allows the Echo Studio speaker to look for compatible nearby Bluetooth connections, possible through the Alexa app Bluetooth skill that should be enabled by default.

• All you need to do is say “Alexa, connect Bluetooth” and the speaker’s pairing mode should activate immediately.

If the speaker does not say “Searching,” it means there’s a fault with the voice recognition skill.

In such case open the Alexa app and go to “Devices” → “Echo & Alexa” → “Echo Studio” → “Bluetooth Device” to ensure the Bluetooth feature is active.

Step #3 Connect the Echo Studio Speaker

After ensuring Bluetooth is enabled on both your TV and speaker, it’s time to connect and use the Echo Studio as a speaker for your TV.

• Navigate into the TV’s “Bluetooth” menu and search for an Echo Studio connection!

The connection of the Echo Studio should appear shortly after placing your speaker in “Pairing” mode and show as an option that can be selected in the TV menu.

Use your TV’s remote control to highlight the Echo Studio’s connection tile and initiate the wireless pairing.

The great thing about using Echo Studio with Bluetooth is that it will automatically pair shortly after the TV is turned on.

The pairing takes anywhere between 4 and 5 seconds, once the TV is registered as an authorized device. 

Notice: Ensure the Echo Studio remains within a 20–30 feet range from the TV at all times!

Method #2 Over Wired (AUX/Optical) Connection

You can also use the Echo Studio as TV speaker over a wired AUX or Optical connection. The Echo Studio comes with multiple options for a wired (direct) connection.

• However, keep in mind that older Studio models may not have an AUX, so the Optical Input might be your only option.

Let’s begin with the instructions to set up the Echo Studio over a wired connection!

Step #1 Prepare Connections

The interesting part about the Echo Studio’s cable ports is that the Optical and 3.5mm input are integrated into the same port.

The speaker has the so-called Mini Optical Input that can be used with a 3.5mm cable or an Optical cable. 

Respectively, supply either of these two cables to use the Echo Studio as a wired speaker with your TV.

You may have to use an adapter or another type of cable if you wish to use Optical on the speaker’s end and AUX on the TV’s end. 

Note: Verify that your TV supports Optical or 3.5mm connection!

Step #2 Connect the Echo Studio

Once you have the necessary equipment, place the Echo Studio in the cable range from your TV and connect it to the power outlet.

Now, plug the audio cable into the rear panel of the speaker first and connect the other end to the Optical or AUX port into the TV. 

If your TV has smart features built-in, it will automatically switch to the speaker’s output, otherwise proceed with the next step to set it as the default output!

Step #3 Check TV’s Audio Output (Optional)

While for most TVs this step is optional, if the sound does not transfer to the Studio speaker immediately, you will probably have to specify the speaker as the default TV output.

• For most TVs, you can do that by navigating to Settings → Audio → “Default Output Device” or “Default Audio.”

Once connected, the speaker will be assigned the same name in your TV’s settings as if it were connected over Bluetooth.

Quick Tip: Specify the “Echo Studio” or only “Echo” as the default output, to transfer the audio successfully.

Step #4 Operate the Output Strength

The final step is to learn how to operate the TV’s output solely through the Echo Studio’s voice command function! You can use features such as:

• “Alexa, volume (preferred percentage)” – Increases/decreases volume.
• “Alexa, mute/unmute” – Mutes or unmutes the Echo Studio speaker.
• “Alexa, pause/play next” – Pauses or plays the next song in the queue.
• “Alexa, play audio in” – Plays audio on another paired speaker.
• “Alexa, check the input” – Check the speaker’s input source.

Unlike with Bluetooth, the speaker will always remain connected to the TV, even when the device is turned off.

This means you won’t have to wait for several seconds after turning on the TV in order for the speaker to pair.