Welcome. Youre watching Apple TV.
This guide contains all the information you need to get from setup to your sofa.

Contents.

2. Configure 18 Network Configuration 19 Connecting to iTunes 1. Connect 7 Whats in the Box 8 What You Need 10 Apple TV at a Glance 12 Setting Up Apple TV
3. Ready, set, watch 22 Using Your Apple Remote 23 Basic Remote Functions 23 Pairing Apple TV with a Remote 24 Unpairing Apple TV with a Remote 25 Changing the Remote Battery 26 Renting Movies
4. Problem? No problem 28 Troubleshooting 33 Status Light 34 Service and Support 35 Serial Number 35 Care and Cleaning

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www.apple.com/support/appletv
With Apple TV, you can rent high definition movies or purchase TV shows, music, and music videos from the iTunes Store, as well as watch podcasts and YouTube videosall without leaving the comfort of your couch. You can enjoy digital photos in high definition from your.Mac Web Gallery, Flickr, or your Mac or PC. You can also enjoy your favorite content from your Mac or PC at any time. Use the information in this chapter to get started.
For information about What you need to get started Setting up Setting up your network connection Using the Apple Remote Troubleshooting Apple TV Apple TV safety and warranty
See What You Need on page 8 Setting Up Apple TV on page 12 Configure. on page 17 Ready, set, watch. on page 21 Problem? No problem. on page 27 The Apple TV Important Product Information Guide

Chapter 1 Connect.

Whats in the Box

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AC power cord

Apple Remote

Note: Your power cord may look different from the one pictured here.

What You Need

To start using your Apple TV, you need the following:

Widescreen TV

A widescreen, enhanced-definition or high-definition TV capable of at least one of the following resolutions: 1080p 1080i 720p 576p 480p

Cables

An HDMI cable, or Component video cables, with analog audio cables or an optical audio cable

Network

A wired or wireless network A broadband Internet connection (DSL, cable, LAN) Your wireless network password (if you use one)

Computer and Software

To play content from a Mac or PC on Apple TV, your computer must meet the following system requirements: A Mac with Mac OS X v10.3.9, or v10.4.7 or later A PC with Windows XP Home or Professional (SP2), or a 32-bit edition of Windows Vista iTunes 7.6 or later An iTunes Store account

Apple TV at a Glance

IR receiver

Status light

Power port

optical audio

Optical digital audio port

G Ethernet port

Component video ports

Analog audio ports

IR receiver Use with the included Apple Remote to control Apple TV. Status light The status light blinks amber when Apple TV starts up. When Apple TV is on, the status light glows solid white. For more information about the status light, see Status Light on page 33.
USB port For service and diagnostics. Power port Plug the included AC power cord into Apple TV. Ethernet port If you connect to your network using Ethernet, connect an Ethernet cable. HDMI port Connect Apple TV to a widescreen TV that has an HDMI port using an HDMI cable, or a DVI port using an HDMI-to-DVI cable. Component video ports Connect Apple TV to a widescreen TV that has component video (Y, Pb, and Pr) ports, using a component video cable with green, blue, and red connectors. Analog audio ports Connect Apple TV to a widescreen TV or home theater receiver with analog audio ports (red and white), using an analog audio cable. Optical digital audio port Connect Apple TV to a home theater receiver that has an optical digital audio port, using an optical digital audio (also called S/PDIF or TOSLINK) cable.
Built-in Wi-Fi/AirPort wireless Connect Apple TV to your wireless network.

Setting Up Apple TV

Apple TV connects to your TV through an HDMI port that delivers both audio and video to your TV, or through component video and audio ports. Before you set up, look at the ports on the back of your TV to make sure you have the appropriate cables. To get started: Connect audio and video cables to Apple TV and your widescreen TV Connect Apple TV to your wireless or Ethernet network Install the latest version of iTunes on your computer if you want to play content from your computer on Apple TV You can connect Apple TV to a widescreen TV that has: An HDMI port, using an HDMI cable for both video and audio Component video (Y, Pb, and Pr) ports, using a component video cable with green, blue, and red connectors, and an audio cable You can also connect Apple TV to a home theater receiver or to a TV that has a DVI port using an HDMI-to-DVI cable for video and an audio cable. Important: Before you plug Apple TV into a power outlet, carefully read all of the following installation instructions and the safety information in the included Important Product Information Guide.

Step 1: Connecting the cables
Choose the setup that matches the ports on your TV or receiver. To connect a widescreen TV with an HDMI port: 1 Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the back of your TV. 2 Connect the other end to the back of Apple TV.

Television

Apple TV

HDMI port

HDMI port HDMI cable
If your TVs HDMI port is being used by another device, or if your TV doesnt have an HDMI port, you can connect to Apple TV using component video and audio.
To connect a widescreen TV with component video and analog audio ports: 1 Connect the green, blue, and red connectors on one end of a component video cable to the Y, Pb, and Pr ports on your TV and the connectors on the other end to Apple TV. 2 Connect an analog audio cable, with red and white connectors, between Apple TV and your TV.
Component video cable Left audio (white) Right audio (red) Video in (Y, Pb, Pr) Analog audio cable
Note: The built-in 802.11 Wi-Fi capability connects Apple TV to your wireless network. If your network is Ethernet-based, connect Apple TV to your network using an Ethernet cable (sold separately).
Step 2: Connect the power cord
Plug one end of the power cord into the back of Apple TV and the other end into a power outlet.
Important: Dont place anything on top of Apple TV. Objects placed on top may cause interference with the wireless signal.
Step 3: Turn on your TV and select the input
The first time you use Apple TV, it takes you through a series of steps including choosing a language, selecting a network, configuring Apple TV to work with your network if necessary, and connecting to iTunes. See Chapter 2, Configure., on page 17. Note: If you see just a black screen the first time you use Apple TV, make sure the input youve selected on your TV matches the input youve plugged the cables into on your TV or receiver. If the input matches, you might need to select a screen resolution your TV supports. See Problem? No problem. on page 27 and refer to the documentation that came with your TV for information about its inputs.

Configure.

Apple TV helps you select and configure your wireless network connection, and, if you want to watch or listen to the content in your iTunes library, connect to iTunes on your computer.

Network Configuration

Have your network password (if you use one) and your Apple Remote handy to configure your Apple TV. Make sure there are no obstructions between the remote and Apple TV. See Ready, set, watch. on page 21 for information about using your remote. If you: Use a wired Ethernet network to connect, Apple TV automatically detects your network. Use a wireless network to connect, Apple TV helps you select and configure your network connection.

Connecting to Your Wireless Network
Apple TV will help you connect to your wireless network. If you use a password to access your network, have it ready. Use the Apple Remote to: Select your network from the list, or enter your network name if the network is hidden Enter your password (if you have one) Enter your IP address, subnet mask, router, and DNS address (if youre manually configuring your network) If you dont connect using DHCP, you may have to enter your IP address, subnet mask, router, and DNS addresses.

Chapter 2 Configure.

To finish the network connection, follow the onscreen instructions.

Connecting to iTunes

To access the content in your iTunes library on Apple TV, you need iTunes 7.6 or later installed on your computer. See Computer and Software on page 9 for a complete list of system requirements.
Updating Your iTunes Software
You can download the latest version of iTunes at www.apple.com/itunes/download. On a Mac, you can also use Software Update to update to the latest version of iTunes. To use Software Update, choose Apple () > Software Update. To use iTunes 7.6 on a Mac, you need to update your system software to Mac OS X v10.3.9, or v10.4.7 or later, and update to QuickTime 7.4 or later. On a Windows-based computer, you can also go to iTunes Help to update to the latest version of iTunes. Open iTunes, and then choose Help > Check for Updates. To use iTunes 7.6 on a Windows-based computer, you need to be running Windows XP or later.

Pairing with iTunes

After you set up your network connection, your TV screen displays a five-digit passcode, which youll need to enter in iTunes to sync or stream content from your computer to Apple TV. To set up Apple TV with your iTunes library: 1 Open iTunes on your computer. 2 Select the Apple TV icon with Click to set up next to it in the Devices list. 3 Enter the 5-digit passcode from your TV screen. After you enter your passcode, you can name your Apple TV and set up iTunes to manage your content. For more information about iTunes, open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes Help.

Ready, set, watch.

Read on to learn about pairing and using your remote with Apple TV.

Using Your Apple Remote

Use the Apple Remote to control Apple TV settings and navigate through your content. Make sure there are no obstructions between the remote and Apple TV.

Menu up/scroll IR window

Previous/Rewind

Next/Fast-forward

Menu down/scroll

Select/Play/Pause

Battery compartment
Chapter 3 Ready, set, watch.

Basic Remote Functions

Your Apple Remote has the basic functions described below.
To Move through the menu options Select an option from a menu Return to a previous menu Return to the main menu Put Apple TV in standby mode Reset Apple TV Pair Apple TV and a remote Do this Press or D Press Press Press and hold Press and hold for about 6 seconds Press and hold and D for about 6 seconds Press and hold and for about 6 seconds

Note: The and D on the Apple Remote dont control the volume on your TV or receiver. Use the remote that came with your TV or receiver to change the volume.
Pairing Apple TV with a Remote
The Apple Remote works with the built-in IR receiver on Apple TV. You can set Apple TV to work only with the included remote by pairing Apple TV and the remote. To pair Apple TV with the included remote: 1 Choose Settings from the Apple TV main menu. 2 Choose Pair Remote Control. You can also press and hold and for 6 seconds to pair Apple TV and the remote.
When youve successfully paired your Apple Remote, Apple TV displays a chainlink ( ) symbol above a picture of a remote. Apple TV now works only with the paired remote.
Unpairing Apple TV with a Remote
If you lose the Apple Remote that you paired with Apple TV, you can use any Apple Remote to unpair Apple TV from the lost remote by pressing and holding and ] for 6 seconds. You can also follow these steps. To unpair Apple TV from a previously paired remote: 1 Choose Settings from the Apple TV main menu. 2 Choose Unpair Remote. When youve successfully unpaired the lost remote, Apple TV displays a broken chainlink ( ) symbol above an image of a remote. You can now pair Apple TV with a new Apple Remote.
Changing the Remote Battery
When the battery charge in your Apple Remote is low, Apple TV displays a picture of a remote and a warning () symbol. Replace the battery with a CR2032 battery.
Press this button with a small object.
Positive (+) side faces up.

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Pull the battery compartment free.
To replace the battery: 1 Open the battery compartment by pressing the button with a small object until the compartment is partially ejected. 2 Pull the battery compartment out and remove the battery. 3 Insert the replacement battery with the positive () side facing up. 4 Reinsert the battery compartment into the remote. 5 Dispose of the used battery according to your local environmental laws and guidelines.

Renting Movies

You can rent standard definition movies with stereo sound or high definition movies with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound directly from Apple TV. When you rent a movie, you have 30 days to start watching it. Once you press Play, you have 24 hours to finish watching before it expires. The Rented Movies menu shows when your rented movie is due to expire. When a movie expires, its deleted to save storage space on Apple TV. Note: Rented movies are not available in all regions.

Problem? No problem.

Most problems with Apple TV can be solved quickly by following the advice in this chapter. For additional tips and troubleshooting information, see the Apple TV Support page at www.apple.com/support/appletv.

Troubleshooting

When you have a problem with Apple TV, theres usually a quick and simple solution. First, make sure: The audio and video cables between Apple TV and your TV are pushed in all the way. The power cords for Apple TV and your TV are securely connected to a working power source. Your TV is turned on and switched to the correct input. Apple TV is connected to your network. Go to the Settings menu on Apple TV, select Network, and see if Apple TV has an IP address. Your network and Internet connections are on and working properly. If youre still having trouble, try resetting your equipment by unplugging Apple TV, your TV, your wireless networking equipment or AirPort Base Station, and your router from the power outlet. Wait 30 seconds and then plug everything back in again.
Chapter 4 Problem? No problem.
If the remote isnt working If youve paired Apple TV and an Apple Remote, make sure youre using the paired remote. If youre using the paired remote and the Apple TV status light flashes white when you press buttons on the remote, the problem isnt with the remote. See If you can see a picture but Apple TV isnt responding on page 30. If youre using an unpaired remote, the Apple TV status light flashes amber. If youve paired Apple TV and an Apple Remote, and you cant find the paired remote, set Apple TV to work with any Apple Remote by pressing and holding and ] for 6 seconds. Point the remote directly at Apple TV. Make sure the IR receiver on the front of Apple TV isnt blocked. If Apple TV displays a picture of a remote and a warning () symbol, you need to replace the battery in the remote. See Changing the Remote Battery on page 25. If Apple TV cant access the network Check the IP address Apple TV is using. If it starts with 169.x.x.x, then the router or base station may not be configured properly. Check to see if DHCP access is available or configure Apple TV with a manual IP address. Check for any obstructions and adjust the location of the base station or Apple TV. If security is enabled on the network, temporarily disable it on the base station and try connecting again.
Apple TV cannot connect to a wireless network that contains high (extended) ASCII or double-byte (Unicode) characters (such as Japanese, Korean, or Chinese) in their name or password. If your network has security enabled, make sure youve entered the correct password. If your TV screen appears fuzzy or black Make sure youre using the correct video cables and that they are connected firmly to Apple TV and to your TV. Make sure the input setting youve selected on your TV matches the input your video cables are connected to. See the documentation that came with your TV for more information. If your TV screen still appears fuzzy or black, you may need to select a video mode your TV supports. To select a video mode: 1 Press and hold both and on the Apple Remote for about 6 seconds. 2 Press or D on the Apple Remote to cycle through the display resolutions. 3 When Apple TV reaches an acceptable display resolution and If you can see the Apple logo, select OK appears on your TV screen, press . If you can see a picture but Apple TV isnt responding Try pressing and holding on the Apple Remote to return to the Apple TV main menu. Make sure your TV is turned on and functioning correctly. See the documentation that came with your TV for more information.

If you paired an Apple Remote with Apple TV, make sure youre using the paired remote. See Pairing Apple TV with a Remote on page 23. Reset Apple TV by unplugging it from the power outlet, waiting about five seconds, and plugging it in again. You can also press and hold both and D on the Apple Remote for about 6 seconds to reset Apple TV. Your movies and other content will remain on Apple TV. If Apple TV still doesnt respond, try restoring it to the original factory settings Press and hold both and D on the Apple Remote for 6 seconds or until the status light blinks amber. Choose a language. Choose Factory Restore. During a factory restore, the progress indicator (a spinning gear) may spin for a while, so be patient. If your network doesnt use DHCP, choose Configure TCP/IP and enter the TCP/IP configuration. If you still dont see Apple TV in the Source list in iTunes, go to the Apple TV Support page for more information: www.apple.com/support/appletv If you cant hear sound If Apple TV is connected to an A/V receiver, make sure the receiver is turned on. Make sure the input setting youve selected on your receiver matches the input you have your audio cables connected to. See the documentation that came with your receiver for more information.
Make sure the volume on your TV or receiver is turned up and isnt muted. Make sure youre using the correct audio cable (see page 13) and that its connected firmly to Apple TV and to your TV. If youre using the HDMI port on your TV and Apple TV, make sure your TV supports audio through its HDMI port. The HDMI ports on some older TVs support only video. If Apple TV doesnt appear in iTunes Make sure Apple TV is turned on and connected to your network. Go to the Settings menu on Apple TV, select Network, and see if Apple TV has an IP address. Choose Preferences in iTunes, click Apple TV, and make sure Look for Apple TVs is selected. If Firewall is on (in the Sharing pane of System Preferences), make sure Apple TV Sharing is selected to allow content to pass through the firewall. If other Apple TVs show up periodically in your iTunes Devices list This means that iTunes has found other Apple TVs on your network. To prevent this, choose Preferences in iTunes, click Apple TV, and make sure Look for Apple TVs is not selected. If Apple TV isnt playing your photo albums or slideshows Make sure you have photos in your photo library or in a folder on your computer.

Status Light

Apple TV has a status light on the front that indicates whats happening.
If Apple TV is On Off or in standby Starting up Accepting a command from the remote Rejecting a command from the remote (youve paired a remote with Apple TV but youre using a remote thats not paired) Having problems The status light Glows solid white Is off Blinks amber Flashes white once Flashes amber once
Alternates between white and amber

Service and Support

More information about using Apple TV is available in onscreen help and on the web. The following table describes where to get software and service information.
To learn about Service and support, discussions, tutorials, and Apple software downloads Using iTunes Do this Go to: www.apple.com/support/appletv Open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes Help. For an onscreen iTunes tutorial (available in some areas only), go to: www.apple.com/support/itunes Open iPhoto and choose Help > iPhoto Help. Go to: www.apple.com/support/appletv See the Important Product Information Guide that comes with Apple TV. First follow the advice in this booklet, the Important Product Information Guide, the onscreen help, and online resources. If the unit still doesnt function, go to www.apple.com/support/appletv for information about how to obtain warranty service. Go to: www.apple.com/register
Using iPhoto (in Mac OS X) The latest Apple TV information Safety and regulatory compliance information Obtaining warranty service

Registering Apple TV

Serial Number
The serial number is printed on the bottom of Apple TV. You can also find the serial number in the Apple TV Settings menu. On Apple TV, choose Settings > About.

Care and Cleaning

NOTICE: Failure to follow these care and cleaning instructions could result in damage to Apple TV or other property.
Using Connectors and Ports
Never force a connector into a port. Check for obstructions on the port. If the connector and port dont join with reasonable ease, they probably dont match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.
Keeping Apple TV Within Acceptable Temperatures
Operate Apple TV in a place where the temperature is always between 0 and 40 C (32 to 104 F).
Keeping the Outside of Apple TV Clean
To clean Apple TV, unplug the power cord and all cables. Then use a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Dont use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean Apple TV.
Disposing of Apple TV Properly
For information about the proper disposal of Apple TV, and other important regulatory compliance information, see the Important Product Information Guide.

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Welcome. Youre watching Apple TV.
This guide contains all the information you need to get from setup to your sofa.

Contents

Chapter 1: Connect.
7 Whats in the Box 8 Apple TV at a Glance 10 What You Need 11 Setting Up Apple TV

Chapter 2: Configure.

16 Network Configuration 17 Connecting to iTunes

Chapter 3: Watch.

20 Using Your Apple Remote 21 Basic Remote Functions 21 Pairing Apple TV with a Remote 22 Unpairing Apple TV from a Remote 23 Changing the Remote Battery 24 Renting Movies and TV Shows
Chapter 4: Problem? No Problem.
26 Troubleshooting 31 Status Light 32 Service and Support 32 Serial Number 33 Care and Cleaning

Connect.

www.apple.com/support/appletv
With Apple TV, you can rent high-definition movies and TV shows, watch streaming content from Netflix, and enjoy podcasts, YouTube videos, and Internet radio. And, you can stream your personal iTunes content from a Mac or PC, and view photos from your computer, MobileMe, or Flickr all wirelessly to your widescreen HDTV, from the comfort of your couch. And with AirPlay you can wirelessly stream videos, music, and photos from your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch to Apple TV. Note: Content availability varies by region.
For information about What you need to get started Setting up Apple TV Setting up your network connection Using the Apple Remote Troubleshooting Apple TV Apple TV safety and warranty
See What You Need on page10 Setting Up Apple TV on page11 Network Configuration on page16 Using Your Apple Remote on page20 Troubleshooting on page26 The Apple TV Important Product Information Guide

Chapter 1Connect.

Whats in the Box

AC power cord

Apple Remote
Note: Your power cord may look different from the one pictured here.

Apple TV at a Glance

IR receiver

Status light

Power port

G Ethernet port

HDMI port

d Micro USB port

Optical digital audio port
IR receiver Use with the included Apple Remote to control Apple TV. Status light The status light flashes slowly when Apple TV starts up. When Apple TV is on, the status light glows. See Status Light on page31.
Micro USB port For service and diagnostics. Power port Connect the included AC power cord to the power port on Apple TV. Ethernet port If your network is Ethernet based, connect an Ethernet cable. HDMI port Connect Apple TV to the HDMI port of a high-definition TV using an HDMI cable. Optical digital audio port Connect Apple TV to a home theater receiver that has an optical digital audio port, using an optical digital audio (also called S/PDIF or TOSLINK) cable.
Built-in Wi-Fi/AirPort wireless Connect Apple TV to your wireless network.

What You Need

To start using Apple TV, you need the following:

High-Definition TV

A high-definition TV capable of displaying 720p video

Cables

An HDMI cable to connect Apple TV to your TV An optical digital audio cable (if you plan to use one)

Network

AirPort Extreme, 802.11b, g, or n Wi-Fi wireless network (wireless video streaming
requires 802.11g or 802.11n), or 10/100Base-T Ethernet network
A broadband Internet connection (DSL, cable, or LAN) Your wireless network name and password (if you use one)

Software and Accounts

To play content from a Mac or PC on Apple TV, you need the following:
An iTunes Store account for renting movies and TV shows iTunes 10.2 or later An iTunes Store account to use Home Sharing to stream content from a

Mac or PC

A Netflix account for streaming Netflix content

Setting Up Apple TV

Apple TV connects to your TV through an HDMI port that delivers both audio and video. Before you set up Apple TV, look at the ports on the back of your TV to make sure you have the right cables. You can connect Apple TV to a high-definition TV or home theater receiver that has an HDMI port, using an HDMI cable for both video and audio. You can also use an optical digital audio cable to connect Apple TV to a receiver for audio. Important: Before you connect Apple TV to a power outlet, carefully read these installation instructions and the safety information in the included Important Product Information Guide.

Step 1: Connecting the cables
1 Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the back of your TV. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI port on the back of Apple TV. 3 If youre using an optical digital audio cable for audio, connect one end of the cable to the audio input port on your receiver or TV, and the other end to the optical digital audio port on the back of Apple TV.

HDMI port HDMI port

Apple TV Television HDMI cable
Note: The built-in 802.11 Wi-Fi connects Apple TV to your wireless network. If your network is Ethernet-based, connect Apple TV to your network using an Ethernet cable.
Step 2: Connect the power cord
Connect one end of the power cord to the power port on the back of Apple TV and the other end to a power outlet.
Important: Dont place anything on top of Apple TV. Objects placed on top may interfere with the wireless signal. Dont place Apple TV on other electronic equipment in a media cabinet.
Step 3: Turn on your TV and select the input
The first time you use Apple TV, it helps you choose a language, select a network, and configure Apple TV to work with your network (if necessary). See Chapter2, Configure. on page15. If you see just a black screen the first time you use Apple TV, make sure the input setting youve selected on your TV matches the input you connected the cables to on your TV or home theater receiver. See Chapter4, Problem? No Problem. on page25, and refer to the documentation that came with your TV for information about its inputs.

Configure.

Apple TV helps you select and configure your wireless network connection, and, if you want to watch or listen to the contents of your iTunes library, connect to iTunes on your computer.

Network Configuration

Have your network name and password (if you use one) and your Apple Remote handy when you configure Apple TV. Make sure there are no obstructions between the remote and Apple TV. For information about using your remote, see Chapter3, Watch. on page19. If you:
Use a wired Ethernet network to connect, Apple TV automatically detects

your network.

Use a wireless network to connect, Apple TV helps you select and configure your

network connection.

Connecting to Your Wireless Network
Apple TV helps you connect to your wireless network. If you use a name and password to access your network, have them ready. Use the Apple Remote to: 1 Select your network from the list, or enter your network name if the network is hidden. 2 Enter your network password (if you use one).

Chapter 2Configure.

If you dont connect using DHCP, you may need to enter your IP address, subnet mask, router address, and DNS address. To complete the network connection, follow the onscreen instructions.

Connecting to iTunes

To access the contents in your iTunes library on Apple TV, you need iTunes 10.2 or later installed on your computer. For a complete list of system requirements, see Software and Accounts on page10.
Updating Your iTunes Software
You can update to the latest version of iTunes.
On a Mac, you can use Software Update to update to the latest version of
iTunes. To use Software Update, choose Apple () > Software Update.
On a Windows-based computer, you can go to iTunes Help to update to the
latest version of iTunes. Open iTunes, and then choose Help > Check for Updates.

Setting Up Home Sharing

After you set up your network connection, you need to set up iTunes and Apple TV to share the contents of your iTunes library. Use Home Sharing in iTunes and on Apple TV to share the iTunes library of any computer on your local network that has Home Sharing set up.
To set up Home Sharing in iTunes: 1 Open iTunes on your computer. 2 Choose Advanced > Turn On Home Sharing. 3 Type your Apple ID and password, and then click Create Home Share. 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 on each computer you want to use for Home Sharing. For more information about iTunes, open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes Help. To set up Home Sharing on Apple TV: 1 On Apple TV, choose Settings > Computers. 2 Choose Turn On Home Sharing, and then enter the same Apple ID and password you entered on your computer.

Watch.

Read on to learn about pairing and using your Apple Remote with Apple TV.

Using Your Apple Remote

Use the Apple Remote to control Apple TV settings and navigate your content. Make sure there are no obstructions between the remote and Apple TV.

Up Left Down

Select Right

Play/Pause

Chapter 3Watch.

Basic Remote Functions

Your Apple Remote has the basic functions described below.
To Move through the menu options Select an option from a menu Return to a previous menu Return to the main menu Reset Apple TV Pair Apple TV and a remote Do this Press Up, Down, Left, or Right Press Select Press Menu Press and hold Menu Press and hold Menu and Down until the Apple TV status light blinks rapidly Press and hold Menu and Right for 6 seconds
Up and Down on the Apple Remote dont control the volume on your TV or home theater receiver. Use the remote that came with your TV or receiver to change the volume.
Pairing Apple TV with a Remote
The Apple Remote works with the built-in IR receiver on Apple TV. You can set Apple TV to work only with the included remote by pairing Apple TV and the remote.

To pair Apple TV with the included remote: 1 Choose Settings from the Apple TV main menu. 2 Choose General > Remotes > Pair Apple Remote. You can also press and hold Menu and Right for 6 seconds to pair Apple TV and the Apple Remote. When you successfully pair your Apple Remote, Apple TV displays a chainlink ( ) symbol above a picture of a remote. Apple TV now works only with the paired remote.
Unpairing Apple TV from a Remote
If you lose the Apple Remote that you paired Apple TV with, you can use any Apple Remote to unpair Apple TV from the lost remote by pressing and holding Menu and Left for 6 seconds. You can also follow these steps. To unpair Apple TV from a paired remote: 1 Choose Settings from the Apple TV main menu. 2 Choose General > Remotes > Unpair Apple Remote. When you successfully unpair the lost remote, Apple TV displays a broken ) symbol above a picture of a remote. You can now pair Apple TV chainlink ( with a different remote.
Changing the Remote Battery
When the battery charge in your Apple Remote is low, Apple TV displays a picture of a remote and a warning () symbol. Replace the battery with a CR2032 battery.

Battery compartment

To replace the battery: 1 Use a coin to remove the battery compartment cover. 2 Remove the battery. 3 Insert a CR2032 battery with the positive () side facing up. 4 Replace the battery compartment cover and use a coin to tighten it. Important: Dispose of the used battery according to your local environmental laws and guidelines.
Renting Movies and TV Shows
You can rent standard or high-definition movies and TV shows directly on Apple TV (where available). Follow the on-screen instructions to find out when a movie or TV show expires. When a movie or TV show expires, its no longer available for playback. To watch it again, you can re-rentit from iTunes. Note: Rented movies and TV shows are not available in all regions.

Problem? No Problem.

Most problems with Apple TV can be solved quickly by following the advice in this chapter. For additional tips and troubleshooting information, see the Apple TV Support page at www.apple.com/support/appletv.

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with Apple TV, theres usually a quick and simple solution. First, make sure:
The cables between Apple TV and your TV are pushed in all the way. The power cords for Apple TV and your TV are securely connected to a working

power source.

Your TV is turned on and set to the correct input. Apple TV is connected to your network. Go to the Settings menu on Apple TV,
select Network, and see if Apple TV has an IP address.
Your network and Internet connections are on and working properly.
If you still have trouble, try resetting your equipment by disconnecting Apple TV, your TV, your wireless networking equipment or AirPort base station, and your router from the power outlet. Wait 30 seconds, and then reconnect everything. If the remote isnt working
Point the remote directly at Apple TV. If you paired Apple TV with an Apple Remote, make sure youre using the

paired remote.

Chapter 4Problem? No Problem.
If the Apple TV status light flashes once when you press buttons on the paired
remote, the problem isnt with the remote. See If you can see a picture but Apple TV isnt responding on page28.
If youre using an unpaired remote, the Apple TV status light flashes three times. If you paired Apple TV with an Apple Remote and you cant find the paired
remote, set Apple TV to work with any Apple Remote by pressing and holding Menu and Left for 6 seconds on another remote.
Make sure the front of Apple TV isnt blocked. If Apple TV displays a picture of a remote and a warning () symbol, you need
to replace the battery in the remote. See Changing the Remote Battery on page23. If Apple TV cant access the network
Check the IP address Apple TV is using. If it starts with 169.x.x.x, the router or
base station may not be configured properly. Check to see if DHCP access is available, or configure Apple TV with a manual IP address.
Check for any obstructions, and adjust the location of the base station or

Apple TV.

If security is enabled on the network, temporarily disable it on the base station

and try connecting again.
Apple TV cannot connect to a wireless network that contains high (extended)
ASCII or double-byte (Unicode) characters (such as Japanese, Korean, or Chinese) in the name or password.
If your network has security enabled, make sure you enter the correct password.
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If your TV screen appears fuzzy or black Make sure youre using the correct HDMI cable and that its connected firmly to Apple TV and to your TV.
Make sure the input setting on your TV matches the input port the HDMI cable
is connected to. For more information, see the documentation that came with your TV.
Make sure your HDTV supports 720p video.
If you can see a picture but Apple TV isnt responding
Try pressing and holding Menu on the Apple Remote to return to the Apple TV

main menu.

Make sure your TV is turned on and functioning properly. For information,
see the documentation that came with your TV.
If you paired an Apple Remote with Apple TV, make sure youre using the paired
remote. See Pairing Apple TV with a Remote on page21.
Reset your Apple TV by doing one of the following: Pressing and holding both Menu and Down on the Apple Remote until the
Apple TV status light blinks rapidly.
Disconnecting it from the power outlet, waiting about five seconds,
and then reconnecting it.
Choosing General > Reset Settings from the main menu on Apple TV.
If Apple TV doesnt respond, try restoring it On Apple TV, choose Settings > General > Reset, and then select Restore. Restoring Apple TV can take some time, so be patient.
If your network doesnt use DHCP, choose Configure TCP/IP and enter the

TCP/IP configuration.

If Apple TV still doesnt respond: Disconnect the power and HDMI cables from Apple TV. Connect one end of a micro USB cable (sold separately) to the back of
Apple TV, and the other end to your computer.
Open iTunes on your computer, select Apple TV in the Source list, and then
click Restore. If you cant hear sound If Apple TV is connected to a home theater receiver, make sure the receiver is turned on.
Make sure the input setting you selected on your TV or receiver matches the
input you have your audio cable connected to. For more information, see the documentation that came with your receiver.
Make sure the volume on your TV or receiver is turned up and isnt muted. Make sure youre using the correct audio cable and that its connected firmly to
Apple TV and to your TV or receiver.
If youre using the HDMI port on your Apple TV and TV for audio, make sure
your TV supports audio through its HDMI port. The HDMI ports on some older TVs support only video. If Apple TV isnt playing your photo albums or slideshows
Make sure you have photos in your photo library or in a folder on your

computer.

Make sure Apple TV and the computer youre using are set up for Home
Sharing. See Setting Up Home Sharing on page17.
Make sure the photos you want to share are selected. In iTunes, choose
Advanced > Choose Photos to Share, and then select the photos you want to share.
Make sure Apple TV and your computer are on the same local network. Make sure Apple TV and your computer are using the same Home Sharing
account. If noise is coming from your TV speakers: If your TV or speakers support Dolby Digital audio, make sure the Dolby Digital Out setting is correct for your TV or speakers. On Apple TV, choose Settings > Audio & Video > Dolby Digital Out, and select On or Off. If you dont see your iTunes library under Computers on Apple TV:
Make sure Apple TV and your computer are on the same local network. Make sure Apple TV and iTunes are using the same account name and

password.

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Status Light

The status light on the front of Apple TV indicates whats happening.
If Apple TV is On Off or in standby Starting up Accepting a command from the remote Rejecting a command from the remote (you paired a remote with Apple TV, but youre using a remote thats not paired) Having problems The status light Glows Is off Flashes slowly Flashes once Flashes three times

Flashes quickly

Service and Support
More information about using Apple TV is available in iTunes onscreen help and on the web. The following table describes where to get software and service information.
To learn about Service and support, discussions, tutorials, and Apple software downloads Using iTunes Do this Go to: www.apple.com/support/appletv Open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes Help. For an onscreen iTunes tutorial (available in some areas only), go to: www.apple.com/support/itunes Open iPhoto and choose iPhoto > iPhoto Help See the Important Product Information Guide that comes with Apple TV.
Using iPhoto (in Mac OS X) Safety and regulatory compliance information

Serial Number

The serial number is printed on the bottom of Apple TV. You can also find the serial number in the Apple TV Settings menu. On Apple TV, choose Settings > General > About.

Care and Cleaning

NOTICE: Failure to follow these care and cleaning instructions could result in damage to Apple TV or other property.
Using Connectors and Ports
Never force a connector into a port. Check for obstructions on the port. If the connector and port dont join with reasonable ease, they probably dont match. Make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.
Keeping Apple TV Within Acceptable Temperatures
Operate Apple TV in a place where the temperature is always between 0 and 40 C (32 to 104 F).
Keeping the Outside of Apple TV Clean
To clean Apple TV, unplug the power cord and all cables. Then use a soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Dont use window cleaners, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives to clean Apple TV.
Disposing of Apple TV Properly
For information about the proper disposal of Apple TV, and for other important regulatory compliance information, see the Important Product Information Guide.

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