Configuring your Apple TV
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.
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.
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:
- Select your network from the list, or enter your network name if the network is hidden.
- Enter your network password (if you use one)
To complete the network connection, follow the onscreen instructions.
Connecting to iTunes
To access the content of your iTunes library on Apple TV, you need iTunes 10.5 or later installed on your computer.
Updating your iTunes software
You should update to the latest version of iTunes:
- On a Mac, use Software Update to update to the latest version of iTunes. To use Software Update, choose Apple icon > Software Update.
- On a Windows-based computer, go to iTunes Help to update to the latest version of iTunes. Open iTunes, and then choose Help > Check for Updates.
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:
- Open iTunes on your computer.
- Choose Advanced > Turn On Home Sharing.
- Enter your Apple ID and password, and then click Create Home Share.
- Repeat steps 1 through 3 on each computer you want to use for Home Sharing.
To set up Home Sharing on Apple TV:
- On Apple TV, choose Settings > Computers.
- Choose Turn On Home Sharing, and then enter the same Apple ID and password you entered on your computer.