The first-use stage has its own requirements
Amazon documents VoiceView during supported Fire TV first setup, but explicitly says the Fire TV phone app is not supported at that stage. A mobile remote that works on an already configured device should not be assumed to replace the physical remote before setup.
Prepare the included or officially compatible remote, batteries and intended power supply. Select the correct television input and make sure the audio cues are audible. These are setup dependencies, not player configuration choices.
Use the documented spoken sequence
Follow Amazon’s pairing guidance and VoiceView activation for the actual device. The documented supported route uses Back and Menu held for two seconds after the remote relationship is established. Listen to the first-use tutorial before entering account information.
If assistance is needed, a helper can identify physical button positions while leaving on-screen decisions to the viewer. Keep credentials private and avoid reading account details aloud in a public room.
Evaluate later app use separately
After the system setup works, test the intended viewing application as a complete spoken journey. System VoiceView availability does not guarantee that every app’s controls have useful labels.
Record the stage that fails: remote pairing, VoiceView activation, account setup or an app control. This gives support a concrete accessible-setup question instead of an undifferentiated report that Fire TV does not speak.
Questions answered
Can the phone remote replace the physical remote at first setup?
Amazon says its Fire TV app is not supported during first-time setup.
Does a spoken setup prove the player is accessible?
No. The player’s navigation and playback controls need a separate check.
Sources & further reading
Official references for the subjects discussed. Service terms and device software can change.