Amazon Fire TV Blaster
Amazon Fire TV Blaster
Infrared Control
Uses IR to control compatible TVs, soundbars, cable or satellite boxes, and A/V receivers.
Placement guidance in the source notes: line of sight to controlled devices.
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n is listed on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.
The device is described as a companion accessory rather than a standalone hub.
Voice Control Setup
Requires a compatible Fire TV device and an Echo smart speaker or smart display.
Compatible Fire TV and Alexa app requirements are listed for setup.
Physical Size
The source lists dimensions of 1.5 x 2.2 x 1.5 inches.
Listed weight is 3.9 oz.
Box Contents
Fire TV Blaster, 5W power adapter, USB cable, IR extender cable, and Quick Start Guide are listed.
A micro-USB power connection is listed in the technical details.
Launch Details
The sources list a US$34.99 launch price.
Announcement timing is given as November 19, 2019 with shipping starting December 11, 2019.
Model and Product Details
- Brand / Product: Amazon Fire TV Blaster
- Model identifier: B075F9PYGR
- Unverified draft identifier: N12T8L appears in the raw source but is not corroborated by the provided sources
- Announcement date: 2019-11-19
- Availability: 2019-12-11
- Launch price: US$34.99
Technical Specifications
The provided records describe the Fire TV Blaster as an infrared transmitter designed to add voice control to compatible home entertainment devices. It is not a standalone speaker or microphone device, and Alexa responses are heard through the paired Echo product.
- Dimensions: 1.5 x 2.2 x 1.5 in (38 x 56 x 38 mm)
- Weight: 3.9 oz (111 g)
- Wireless: 802.11 a/b/g/n on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
- Ports: Power via micro-USB; wired infrared support is listed
- Warranty: 90-day limited warranty and service are listed in the Amazon source
Connectivity and Requirements
The source bundle lists Wi-Fi support and a set of compatibility requirements centered on Fire TV and Echo devices. It is described as working with compatible Fire TV streaming devices, any Echo smart speaker or smart display, and compatible IR-controlled devices.
- System requirements: Fire OS 5.0, iOS 10, or Android 5 on a mobile device for the Alexa and Fire TV apps.
- Fire TV compatibility: Fire TV Stick (2nd Gen) variants, Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV (3rd Gen), and Fire TV Cube (1st and 2nd Gen) are listed.
- Voice support: Near-field voice support is listed with compatible Fire TV devices using the Alexa Voice Remote (2nd Gen); far-field voice support is listed with compatible Echo devices.
- Device control: TVs, soundbars, satellite and cable boxes, and A/V receivers are named in the source.
Feature System
The Fire TV Blaster is described as a companion accessory that adds hands-free voice control for powered home theater devices. The raw source emphasizes power, volume, and input switching as the main functions.
- Primary functions: Power, volume, and input switching are listed.
- Example commands: The source includes examples such as turning on the TV, turning up soundbar volume, and switching to HDMI 1.
- Placement guidance: It should be placed within line of sight of the devices being controlled and at least one to two feet away, according to the provided TechHive source.
- Audio hardware: No speaker or microphone is built into the Blaster itself.
Design and Dimensions
The listed form factor is compact and rectangular, with a micro-USB power connection and a separate IR extender cable in the box. The provided sources do not list materials or finish details.
- Size: 1.5 x 2.2 x 1.5 in
- Weight: 3.9 oz
- Power: 5W power adapter is listed
- Included cable: 1.5 m USB cable and an infrared (IR) extender cable are listed
In the Box
- Fire TV Blaster
- 5W power adapter
- USB cable (1.5 m)
- infrared (IR) extender cable
- Quick Start Guide
Amazon Fire TV Blaster - Summary
Amazon Fire TV Blaster is listed as a compact infrared companion for compatible Fire TV and Echo devices. The source bundle centers on B075F9PYGR, a US$34.99 launch price, and a 2019 announcement with December 11, 2019 shipments. It is designed to control TVs, soundbars, cable or satellite boxes, and A/V receivers through voice commands, but it depends on other Amazon devices and has no built-in microphone or speaker.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$34.99 |