The process for setting up the Apple TV is basically the same as it is for any streaming media player:1.Connect the Apple TV to your TV andplug it in.Switch the input on your TV for the port you’re using.2.Connect the Apple TV to the Internet.3.Connect to the content providers you want to watch/use.In addition to reading the detailed steps below, check out this unboxing/setup video I made for the new Apple TV:Connect the Apple TV to the Television and Plug It InYou’ll need an HDMI cable with full-sized plugs on each end to connect the player toyour TV. This doesn’t come with the device; you’ll need to provide your own. Plug one end of the cable into the box and the other end into one of the appropriate ports on your TV.Note the number of the port (e.g. HDMI 1, HDMI 2…) and use your television remote (NOT your Roku remote) to switch to that input. You’ll know you’re on the right channel when you see the Apple logo on the screen.Note:If you don’t have your television’s remote, your cable/satellite/universal remote probably has an Input button but if it doesn’t your TV should have a button on it to switch inputs. When you want to go back to watching regular TV, use the Input button to switch back to the port where your TV signal goes into the TV.Then connect the power cord to the box/stick and plug it in. Note that there is no on or off switch for the Apple TV; it’s always on (but uses very little energy whenit’s not actually in use).Connect the Apple TV to the InternetTo connect to Wi-Fi, simply follow the instructions on your TV. If you have an iPhone or iPad with iOS 9.1, you can use its Bluetooth capabilities to transfer your Wi-Fi and Apple account settings to your Apple TV.Otherwise, you’ll be prompted to enter thatinformation using your remote, the top partof which is touch screen that you can swipe and click.Tip:When you’re navigating any menus on the Apple TV, the Menu button on the remote acts like a Back button, taking you to the previous screen.Once the Internet connection is made, you’ll be walked through a number of screens to enter your Apple ID account info, select some settings options (location services, time zone, Siri usage, etc.) and agree to terms and conditions. After all that, you’ll arrive at the Apple TV home screen.Now you can…Start Watching TV!The initial home screen includes buttons for Apple content (movies, TV, apps, photos, music) and search, home sharing, and settings. You can install additional content provider apps (e.g. Netflix, HBO GO) from the Apps section.
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