Getting Started

Use this guide the first time you set up WatchAmp.

Requirements

• Apple Watch paired with your iPhone.
• WatchAmp installed on Apple Watch.
• Plex account with access to a Plex server.
• At least one Plex music library.
• Bluetooth headphones for Apple Watch playback.
• Wi-Fi or cellular access when streaming.

Install WatchAmp

1. Install the companion app on iPhone.
2. Use the companion app setup guide if the watch app is not installed automatically.
3. Confirm WatchAmp appears on Apple Watch.
4. Open WatchAmp on Apple Watch.

If the watch app does not appear, open the companion app and follow its watch installation guidance.

Sign In to Plex

1. Open WatchAmp on Apple Watch.
2. Start the Plex sign-in flow.
3. WatchAmp requests a Plex PIN.
4. Use your phone, tablet, or computer to enter the PIN with your Plex account.
5. Return to Apple Watch and wait for sign-in to finish.

Select a Server

After sign-in, WatchAmp shows Plex servers available to your account.

1. Choose a reachable Plex server.
2. Wait for WatchAmp to load your libraries.

Select a Music Library

1. Open the Library tab.
2. Choose a music library.

3. Browse artists, albums, playlists, or search.

If local downloads exist, WatchAmp may also expose a Downloads library so you can browse downloaded music without relying on network access.

Start Playback

1. Connect Bluetooth headphones to Apple Watch.
2. Pick a track, album, playlist, or downloaded item.
3. Start playback.
4. Use Now Playing to pause, resume, skip, or adjust volume.

Before You Leave Home

• Open WatchAmp and confirm your Plex library loads.
• Start one track while your headphones are connected.
• Download music you want to play offline.
• Confirm downloaded tracks appear in Downloads.
• Make sure Apple Watch has enough battery for playback.