How to Use Audible on Amazon Fire TV and Firestick

Part 1. How to Play Audible on Amazon Fire TV

Amazon offers multiple ways to access Audible on Fire TV to accommodate different user preferences and scenarios. In this part, we'll cover three main methods for seamlessly streaming Audible books on your Fire TV. Just pick your device and choose the way that works best for you.

1.1 Use the Audible App on Fire TV

The Audible app is compatible with a range of Fire TV devices, including the standard Fire TV, Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, and others. By installing the Audible app on your Fire device, you'll gain access to your library using either your Audible account or Amazon credentials. To streamline this process, you can link your Audible and Amazon accounts.

Step 1. Install the Audible App on Fire TV:

There is an official Amazon Fire TV Audible app lets users browse the library and play Audible titles directly on their Fire TV device.

1. Turn on your Fire TV and ensure it's connected to the internet.
2. Press the "Search" button and enter "Audible" to find the app, or browse the Apps category to locate it.
3. When the Audible app appears, click the "Get" button to install it on your Fire TV.

Step 2. Sign in to Audible on Fire TV

Although Audible is part of Amazon, your Audible account and Amazon account are not automatically linked. You should first merge them so you can sign in to the Audible app on Fire TV using your Amazon credentials.

1. On a device with a web browser, navigate to amazon.com.
2. Sign in to your Audible account and locate the "Sign in with a username" button. Use 'YOURUSERNAME' to sign in.
3. Move your mouse over the "Hi, YOURUSERNAME" greeting in the top-right corner.
4. Proceed to Account Details and select "Merge now". Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the setup. Once merged, you can use your Amazon credentials to access the Audible app on Fire TV.
5. Open the Audible app on your Fire TV.
6. Sign in with your Amazon account.


• If you're already signed in to your Amazon account on Fire TV, you won't need to sign in again.
• If you're not signed in, you'll be prompted to sign in with your Amazon credentials.
7. Use your Fire TV remote to select the text field on the screen.
8. Select "Sign In."

Step 3. Listen to Audible Audiobooks on Fire TV:

1. Launch the Audible app on your Fire TV and sign in using your Amazon credentials when prompted.
2. Access the "Your Audible Library" section within the app.

Note: Your Audible Library may only display up to 100 books. To view additional titles not listed, choose "My audiobooks" and search for the desired book.

3. To play a specific title, select the "Listen Now" button below it. The Player Screen will then appear, allowing you to control playback using your remote.

1.2 Use Audible Cloud Player

This versatile player is compatible with most computer devices that have internet access, including Windows PC, Mac computers, Kindle Fire, and Fire TV. It allows you to stream Audible audiobooks without any downloads. However, occasionally it might redirect to the mobile version of the Audible website, which can be less user-friendly.

1. Install a web browser app on your Fire TV, such as Silk Browser or Firefox.
2. Open the browser app and navigate to the Audible website (audible.com).
3. Sign in to your Audible account.
4. Go to your "Library" and find the audiobook you want to listen to.
5. Select the "Listen Now" or "Play" button. This will launch the Cloud Player in a new browser window or tab.

1.3 Ask Alexa to Play Audible on Fire TV

If you own a Fire TV or Fire Stick, you can use the Alexa Voice Remote by pressing and holding the "Voice" button. For Fire TV Cube users, simply speak to Alexa directly, as it is an integrated feature of the device. Below are some common voice commands for your convenience:

1. Ensure your Fire TV is signed in to the same Amazon account linked with your Audible membership.
2. Even if the Audible app isn't installed on your Fire TV, you can still use voice commands to ask Alexa to play Audible books.


• For Fire TV Stick users, press and hold the microphone button on the Alexa Voice Remote.
• For Fire TV Cube users, simply say the wake word "Alexa."

Common Alexa voice commands

• To start an audiobook: "Alexa, read [The Hobbit] from Audible".
• To pause your audiobook: "Alexa, pause".
• To rewind or fast forward: "Alexa, go back," or "Alexa, go forward".
• To skip chapters: "Alexa, next chapter".
• To set a sleep timer: "Alexa, set a [6 minute] sleep timer".

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Part 2. How to Fix Audible on Fire TV Not Working

Occasionally, you may encounter issues while using the Audible app on your Fire TV or Fire Stick. Below are some common problems and troubleshooting steps.

Issue 1. Audible App Loading Slowly on Fire TV

The primary complaint with the Amazon Fire TV Audible app is slow loading or constant buffering, even with a stable internet connection and no issues with login credentials. If you experience this problem, it's typically caused by software glitches, corrupted data, or resource conflicts. Here are steps you can take:

• Restart the Fire TV device: Go to "Settings > My Fire TV > Restart," or unplug the device for at least 30 seconds.
• Force stop and clear the app cache:


1. Go to "Settings" on your Fire TV.
2. Select "Applications."
3. Choose "Manage Installed Applications" and find the Audible app.
4. but this will require you to log back in.



• Check for app and system updates:


• To update the Audible app: Go to the Appstore, find the Audible app, and select Update if available.
• To update the Fire TV: Go to "Settings > My Fire TV > Check for System Update."



Issue 2. Listening Position Not Syncing on Fire TV

This is a common issue for users switching between mobile devices and Fire TV. However, even when using the same account, it appears extremely difficult to sync the listening position of Audible audiobooks and resume playback on Fire TV.

• Confirm Whispersync is enabled:


1. Log in to your Amazon account on a web browser.
2. Go to "Account & Lists > Devices."
3. Click the "Preferences" tab, then find "Device Synchronization" (Whispersync Settings) and ensure it's ON.





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• Refresh your Fire TV library:


1. Open the Audible app on your Amazon Fire TV device.
2. Go to "Settings > Account & Profile Settings."
3. Select "Sync Amazon Content."



• Manually sync on your mobile device:


1. Go to the Audible app on your phone or tablet.
2. Go to your "Profile > Settings gear icon > Player."
3. Turn the "Sync listening position" toggle to ON.



• Sign out and back in on all devices: Sign out of Audible on all your devices (phones, tablets, and Fire TV), then sign back in on each device. This will force a resynchronization of your account information.


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Issue 3. No Sound or Low Audio Quality in Fire TV Audible App

If you can see the app but cannot hear the audiobook, or if the audio skips or distorts, the issue may lie with your Fire TV's audio settings or hardware.

• Check volume and mute settings: Ensure both your TV and Fire TV device have their volume turned up to maximum and are not muted.
• Adjust AV sync tuning: If the audio is delayed or "out of sync," use the built-in tool. Go to "Settings > Display & Sounds > Audio > AV Sync Tuning."



• Check speaker settings: If you use an external sound system, ensure the audio settings are configured correctly on your Fire TV. Go to "Settings > Display & Sounds > Audio."
• Check external hardware: If you use Bluetooth headphones or speakers, make sure they are connected properly and not interfering with the TV's audio output.

Part 3. How to Download Audible Audiobooks for Fire TV

The Audible app on Amazon Fire TV or Firestick is for streaming only. If you want to play Audible audiobooks offline, or listen without internet access or app issues, the best solution is to download Audible audiobooks and use a media player on your Fire TV.

Simply bring a USB storage device capable of holding your desired Audible audiobooks or even your entire Audible library. Audible only offers encrypted AA/AAX format audiobook downloads, which can only be played within the Audible app. Therefore, you must first convert Audible audiobooks to open file formats like MP3, M4A, M4B, or any format you prefer.

We recommend using ViWizard Audible Converter. This desktop software, compatible with both Windows and Mac computers, allows you to directly download all Audible audiobooks into DRM-free MP3, FLAC, WAV, M4A, M4B, and AIFF formats while preserving audio quality. You can also preserve chapter markers or split books into chapters or segments. With ViWizard's download speeds up to 100 times faster, you can effortlessly obtain Audible downloads in minimal time, transfer them to a USB drive, and play them on your Fire TV.

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Step 1 Install ViWizard and Access Your Audible Account

First, download and install ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter on your Windows or Mac computer. Upon opening the program, the built-in Audible web player will automatically appear. Log in with your Audible account to view all titles in your library.

Step 2Select Output Format and Adjust Audio Settings

Go to the "Menu" and open "Preferences," then switch to the "Conversion" tab. Choose the output audio format for your Audible download. For optimal compatibility with Fire TV playback, MP3 is a safe choice. If needed, fine-tune audio parameters like bitrate and sample rate, and select the destination folder for converted files.

Step 3 Import Audiobooks for Conversion

Navigate to your Audible library. Click the plus icon to select audiobooks for conversion, then click the "Add to List" button to add them to the conversion panel.

Step 4Convert Your Audible Audiobooks

Click the "Convert" button to initiate the process. ViWizard will remove DRM restrictions and swiftly convert your selected title into the chosen audio format. Upon completion, click the "folder icon" next to the book title to view the output in your computer's local folder and transfer it to a USB drive.

Part 4. How to Transfer Audible Audiobooks to Fire TV Media Player

As stated, the Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick were primarily designed to stream media over the internet, but they can also be used to play local audio files, such as the downloaded Audible audio files in MP3 audio file format. From here you can choose to access them over a microSD or USB drive connected directly to your Fire TV or Fire TV Stick, which is probably easier to access your Audible library in Plex together with other media, such as your videos. If you have an storage device, you have to make sure it's formatted using the FAT32 file system, which supports files up to 4GB in size.

Transfer downloaded Audible audiobooks to storage device:

1. For starters, make sure the storage device is formatted in FAT32.
2. Connect your FAT32 USB drive to your computer and move the downloaded MP3s to a new folder on your USB drive.

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Play downloaded Audible audiobooks through USB on Fire TV:

1. Insert your FAT32 USB drive into your Fire TV.
2. Choose a media player option to play the audio files on your Fire TV. You have access to:
   
   
   • Amazon's ExoPlayer: An open-source media player developed by Google, designed for Android media applications.
   • Android MediaPlayer: The standard Android MediaPlayer classes that support both audio and video playback are compatible with Fire TV, enabling basic media playback within your application.
3. With a media player set up on your Fire TV, you can now navigate to the MP3 audio files and start playing them.

Conclusion

There are various methods to enjoy Audible on Fire TV. While the official routes are readily accessible, they may present numerous issues that, as per user feedback, remain unresolved. Therefore, we suggest exploring ViWizard Audible Converter. This tool empowers you to render all Audible titles compatible with Fire TV, as well as other devices that previously did not support Audible. As a result, you can fully utilize your purchased audiobooks and freely transfer them to any device or player of your choosing.