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Introduction
The Yodeck Amazon Player offers a useful option for clients who want a solution that requires almost no setup. Since no hardware or cables are involved, they must copy the registration number on the screen and paste it into the Yodeck Portal.
Setting up a Yodeck Amazon FireOS player
Following these simple steps, you’ll be ready to use your Amazon Fire TV Stick or Amazon FireTV for digital signage in no time!
Amazon Signage Stick
If you want to set up Amazon’s new Signage Stick, please follow this guide instead!
Here’s a helpful guide on setting up your Amazon Fire TV Stick for digital signage:
- First, plug your Amazon Fire TV/Stick into your TV screen and follow Amazon’s quick setup guide.
- Once your Fire TV Stick is set up, you must download the Yodeck app. To do this, use your TV remote to navigate the Amazon App Store and search for “Yodeck.“ If you’re using a laptop or PC, follow this link instead.
- Enable the automatic updates on your Amazon Fire TV/Stick
- Settings -> Application -> Appstore -> Automatic Updates -> Select “ON“
- Once your app has been downloaded, launch it, and you’ll be presented with the screen below that shows your unique code.
Registering a Yodeck Amazon FireOS Player on your Account
After you see the registration code on your browser or TV screen, register the player to your Yodeck Account.
- Login to your Yodeck Account
- Go to “Screens“.
- If you haven’t created a Screen entry on your account yet, click the “+Add Screen” button.
- A new window will appear. You have two options for registration:
- 1. Follow the registration flow and select the Amazon FireOS Player option. After that, you can fill in the registration code.
- 2. Alternatively, you can close the pop-up window and directly enter the 9-digit registration code displayed on your TV screen in the “Registration Code” field.
In both cases, the registration process will use the provided code to complete your registration, helping to minimize user errors and guesswork for new users.
ℹ️For more information, please check the New Screen Registration article.
- To finish the registration, click the “Save” button.
- After a minute or so, your player should register with your Yodeck Account, and it should start showing content on the screen.
How To Video Installation Guide
Limitations
Check out the current limitations of the Amazon FireOS Player.
FAQ
Q. What happens if the Firestick loses power?
- A. If you use a Firestick and it loses power, it will automatically resume playback when it gets back on.
Q. Can I turn the TV on or off using Firestick?
- A. You can’t turn the TV on or off using the FireOS player. This requires the CEC protocol, which FireOS does not support. If, for example, you set the content to “Turned Off”, the screen will show black, but it will not turn off or go into standby mode.
Q. Can I use Firestick 24/7?
- A. While durable and reliable, the Amazon Fire Stick is not designed for 24/7 operation over extended periods. We recommend restarting the Fire TV at least once a week, which can be done using a smart plug.
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