Wiim ultra Alexa without mic remote

[cipherap15]

I don't like using the remote everytime for voice command for the Wiim ultra. Is there anyway to use it like a regular regular Alexa device where I can simply say "Alexa play this" without the remote as a standalone device (does ultra main device have a mic?).

I've currently connected an Amazon echo to it a work around but I would rather it just be the Wiim. Thanks.

 

[Mr Ee]

I don't like using the remote everytime for voice command for the Wiim ultra. Is there anyway to use it like a regular regular Alexa device where I can simply say "Alexa play this" without the remote as a standalone device (does ultra main device have a mic?).

I've currently connected an Amazon echo to it a work around but I would rather it just be the Wiim. Thanks.

Welcome.

The ultra does have a mic, but I'm 99.9% sure it's still only used for audio synchronisation / latency purposes.

 

[Mr Ee]

This post is from nearly a couple of years ago, before the ultra, but I'm pretty sure that the principle still stands.

Post in thread 'WiiM and user privacy'

Aug 21, 2023

Hi DavisJ, Team

I understand your concerns about privacy and the built-in microphone in the WiiM Pro and WiiM Pro Plus. Let me assure you that we take privacy seriously and prioritize the security of our users' data.

Regarding the built-in microphone, please be aware that we use it exclusively for the auto-measurement of the audio path latency. We do not utilize it for any other purpose. Your privacy is of utmost importance, and we do not engage in any form of active listening or data collection through the microphone.

As for firmware updates, we continually strive to improve the...

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[Burnside]

You can use an “unconnected” echo, the voice remote, the “talk to Alexa” option in the Alexa or Amazon music apps to send audio to a WiiM device.

See the first part of this response (up until it delves deeper into the echo link, which is a separate discussion): https://forum.wiimhome.com/posts/30459/