How to Disable Automatic TV Power-On by Fire Stick

Learn how to stop your Fire Stick from turning on your TV automatically with simple settings adjustments.

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To stop your Fire Stick from turning on your TV, go to Settings > Display & Sounds > HDMI CEC Device Control and turn it off. Disabling this will prevent the Fire Stick from communicating with your TV over HDMI, stopping it from turning on the TV automatically.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is HDMI CEC and how does it work? HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a feature that allows devices connected via HDMI to control each other. For example, when you turn on your Fire Stick, it can automatically turn on your TV.
  2. Can I disable HDMI CEC on my TV? Yes, most modern TVs have an option to disable HDMI CEC in their settings menu, which prevents linked devices from controlling the TV.
  3. Will disabling HDMI CEC affect my other devices? Yes, disabling HDMI CEC will stop your Fire Stick and other HDMI connected devices from turning your TV on or off. However, it will not affect the overall functionality of any individual device.
  4. How do I re-enable HDMI CEC if I change my mind? You can re-enable HDMI CEC by going to your TV settings and re-enabling the HDMI CEC option, or by going back to your Fire Stick settings and turning HDMI CEC Device Control back on.

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