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Day 1: Make Your EchoKit Speak to You | The First 30 Days with EchoKit

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Many of our customers have already received their EchoKit, ready to explore the fascinating world of voice AI. To help you become a Voice AI agent master, we’re kicking off the First 30 Days with EchoKit journey, which works for both EchoKit DIY and EchoKit Box users.

Day 1 is all about one exciting milestone: hearing your EchoKit speak for the very first time. That small device in your hands, quiet and unassuming just moments ago, is about to come alive.

Wondering about Day 0? If you have a DIY EchoKit, assemble it first.

Step 1: Power Up Your EchoKit​

The adventure begins the moment you connect your EchoKit to power:

  1. Use the USB Type-C data cable to connect EchoKit to your computer or a power source.

  2. Watch as the device awakens — you should see a QR code appear on the screen.

  3. Can’t see the QR code? Don’t worry:

    • Click the RST button to restart.
    • Immediately press and hold the K0 button until the QR code appears.

There it is—the first sign that your EchoKit is coming to life. That tiny screen, those subtle lights—they mark the start of a new AI companion ready to talk to you.

Step 2: Connect EchoKit to Your Computer​

Next, it’s time to introduce your EchoKit to the digital world:

  1. Open a web browser (Chrome is recommended) on your desktop and go to: 👉 https://echokit.dev/setup/
  2. Click Connect to EchoKit to start pairing.

With this connection, your EchoKit AI assistant is ready to listen, respond, and learn. This small device is no longer just hardware—it’s now a voice AI companion that can interact with you in real time.

Step 3: Configure Wi-Fi and Server​

Once paired, the setup interface will appear. This is where your EchoKit truly becomes yours:

  1. Enter the following details:

    • Wi-Fi Network: Your 2.4G Wi-Fi name

    • Wi-Fi Password: Your access code

    • EchoKit Server: Choose a pre-set server for a fast connection:

      • 🇺🇸 US: ws://indie.echokit.dev/ws
      • 🇪🇺 EU: ws://eu.echokit.dev/ws (Outside these regions? The response may be slower, but it will still work.)

  2. Click Write for each field.

  3. Once finished, press the K0 button on EchoKit.

With every step, you’re not just configuring a device—you’re preparing for your first conversation with your AI companion.

Step 4: Confirm Setup on EchoKit​

After configuration, your EchoKit will:

  • Display a welcome screen
  • Play a voice greeting: “Hi there”

This is the moment you’ve been waiting for. Your EchoKit voice AI is now awake and ready. Take a moment to appreciate it—it’s listening, responding, and ready to become part of your daily life.

Step 5: Start Chatting​

Now comes the fun part: your first conversation with EchoKit.

  1. Press the K0 button to start. The status bar will show “Listening …”.
  2. Speak to your EchoKit and enjoy its responses.
  3. If the status shows “Idle” or “Speaking”, use the K0 button to start or interrupt as needed.

Every question, every command, every interaction is a small discovery. This is the start of your voice AI journey, where your EchoKit learns, adapts, and surprises you with each conversation.

💡 Tip for Day 1: Today is about enjoying your first interaction and getting familiar with your AI companion. Tomorrow, we’ll explore customizing EchoKit’s voice and personality, making it uniquely yours.