To use Fire TV Recast to watch and record over-the-air TV, you’ll need the following (sold separately):
Fire TV Recast is a DVR that lets you watch and record over-the-air TV at home or on-the-go with no monthly fees.
Watch at home with a Fire TV or Echo Show, or take your shows with you with the Fire TV mobile app on compatible iOS and Android devices or Fire tablets.
Record your favorite shows and sports from channels available in your area through an HD antenna like ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, PBS, and The CW. With 4 tuners, you can record up to 4 shows at once. Plus, store for up to 150 hours of HD programming.
The HD antenna connects to Fire TV Recast so you can access and record free over-the-air TV. See which free channels may be available in your neighborhood. The Fire TV mobile app helps you place the HD antenna for the best possible reception.
Fire TV Recast works best with a Fire TV device, such as a Fire TV Stick or a Fire TV Edition television. You need at least 1 Fire TV to watch on your television. You can also watch on an Echo Show or compatible mobile device.
Pair Fire TV Recast with your Fire TV or Echo Show and ask Alexa to search for shows, change over-the-air TV channels, control playback, plus browse, schedule, cancel, and delete recordings. Alexa is always getting smarter.