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How do I configure my Apple TV

Initial configuration of my Apple TV

This guide gives you steps on setting up your Apple TV.

Apple TV is a set-top box manufactured by Apple.  It is enabled to stream digital content through wireless network from any computer running Mac OS X or Microsoft Windows running iTunes onto an enhanced-definition or high-definition widescreen television.   Apple TV also works on standard 480i resolution television.

After you connect your TV to the Apple TV, you need to configure it to start using it.  The following are the steps to configure:

Important:  You need to have your Apple remote control handy to navigate and configure the Apple TV device.  Ensure that there is nothing placed in between your remote control and the device.


1. Connecting to the Wireless Network:

Connecting to your wireless network is very easy.  Use you Apple remote to do the following:
  1. Select your network from the list, or enter the network name.
  2. Enter your password.
  3. Enter your IP address, subnet mask, router, and DNS address if you are manually configuring it.
After you do this, your TV displays a 5 digit code.  You need to enter this code in iTunes for both to get synced.

Important: If you connect to a wired network using DHCP, Apple TV will automatically detect your network. If you are not connecting using DHCP, then you might need to enter your IP address, subnet mask, router, and DNS addresses manually.


2. Update iTunes:
  • For using Apple TV, you need the latest version of iTunes installed on your computer.  Click here to download the latest version of iTunes.
  • On a Mac, you can use Software Update option to update to the latest version of iTunes.
    • To use Software Update, select Apple () -> Software Update.
Note: To use iTunes 7.1 on a Mac, you need to update your system software to Mac OS v10.3.9, or 10.4.8 or later and update QuickTime to version 7.1.5.
  • On a Windows-based computer, you can update iTunes to the latest version doing the following:
    • Open iTunes,
    • From the menu bar, select Help -> iTunes Help > Check for Updates.
Note: To use iTunes 7.1 on a windows PC, you need XP.


3. Connect to iTunes:

The following steps will show you how to connect to iTunes and enter the 5 digit code that you got on your TV screen:
  1. Open iTunes.
  2. Select Apple TV icon with “Click to set up” in the Devices list.
  3. Enter the 5-digit passcode from your TV screen.

Now,  you can name your Apple TV and set up iTunes and start managing your content.


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Type:ArticleContent
Updated at:27 Apr 03:58
Updated by:mahatechguru
Tags: apple tv
Keywords:apple tv, apple i tv, itv, apple box, apple tuner, configure apple tv, setup apple tv, apple tv network, apple tv itunes, itunes apple tv
Brand: Topic > How To
Article Source > Authored in Zolved
Brand > Apple