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How do I connect Airplay to my Apple TV?

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If you have an iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of your phone. You should see multiple "tools" like flashlight, wifi, clock, etc. There should be an icon there for Airplay.

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How can I operate my Apple TV if my remote does not work?

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Use your iPhone and download the remote app. Sign in with the same Apple ID you used to activate home sharing on the Apple TV and you can control it with your phone.

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How do I know when to charge the remote and how will I know when it is finished?

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You need to charge when it stops working and there should be a light that changes when its done charging.

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Do I need an Apple account to set up an Apple TV?

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For initial setup, it is not required, but if you a have Apple ID/account you can enjoy it enjoy fully.

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Why have I got a script on screen?

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Install the Remote App from the iTunes store and ensure your phone and Apple TV are connected to the same network as the Apple TV. Launch Remote. On the Apple TV, navigate to the Settings menu, then General, then Remotes, and finally Remote App menu. Then, scroll to the bottom and choose your device from the iOS Remotes list.

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Why can't I get YouTube on my Apple TV?

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Check to make sure you have an internet connection and that you've downloaded the YouTube app. You might also need to log into your YouTube account through the app to get it to work.

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How do I start a TV show on YouTube?

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Check the wikiHow article, Make a YouTube Channel . There are also some great tips in the articles Make Yourself Famous on YouTube and Make Your YouTube Channel More Popular .

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How do I watch real-time networks with an Apple TV?

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You need external hardware and an app named "Channels". The external hardware is called HDHomeRun, and requires an antenna and the Channels app.

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Does the ethernet connection work the same as the HDMI connection?

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No. HDMI is to connect to the television. Ethernet is to connect to the internet.

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How do I charge my Apple TV remote? Do I just change the battery?

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Yes, you don't need to charge the remote, you simply change the battery when it dies.

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