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What's in the Box Roku player Enhanced remote control 2 x AA batteries for remote A/V cable RCA to 3.5mm Power adapter
What's in the Box Roku player Enhanced remote control 2 x AA batteries for remote A/V cable RCA to 3.5mm Power adapter
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... Ethernet cable (not included). Did you 'll rarely, if ever, use). E A/V port - Connects your Roku player to its original factory settings when pressed and held for Roku apps with the included power adapter. G Reset button - Flashes slowly when the Roku player starts up. Flashes once with the included A/V cable (3.5mm to a TV with each press...
... Ethernet cable (not included). Did you 'll rarely, if ever, use). E A/V port - Connects your Roku player to its original factory settings when pressed and held for Roku apps with the included power adapter. G Reset button - Flashes slowly when the Roku player starts up. Flashes once with the included A/V cable (3.5mm to a TV with each press...
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Your router can be wireless (any Wi-Fi) or wired. For wired networks, you'll also need an Ethernet cable (not included). What You Need Roku player TV (HD or standard definition) A/V cable (included) OR HDMI cable (sold separately) Router High-speed Internet connection (DSL or cable modem) Pssst!
Your router can be wireless (any Wi-Fi) or wired. For wired networks, you'll also need an Ethernet cable (not included). What You Need Roku player TV (HD or standard definition) A/V cable (included) OR HDMI cable (sold separately) Router High-speed Internet connection (DSL or cable modem) Pssst!
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We've only got four... HDMI also supports 5.1 surround sound (where available). Because HDMI outputs digital video and audio, you know? CONNECT YOUR PLAYER Connect your Roku player to your TV in one of two ways: HIGH DEFINITION: If you have an HDTV and want the best picture quality, use HDMI to an ...open HDMI port on the back of your Roku player. • Connect the other end to route video and audio directly through your TV. What To Do step 1 Ready for the step-by-step? Did...
We've only got four... HDMI also supports 5.1 surround sound (where available). Because HDMI outputs digital video and audio, you know? CONNECT YOUR PLAYER Connect your Roku player to your TV in one of two ways: HIGH DEFINITION: If you have an HDTV and want the best picture quality, use HDMI to an ...open HDMI port on the back of your Roku player. • Connect the other end to route video and audio directly through your TV. What To Do step 1 Ready for the step-by-step? Did...
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IT'S SPECIAL. The A/V cable included with your Roku player. Because the Roku 2 XS is so small, we use the included A/V cable to make the connection depicted in the diagram below: • Connect one end to the composite ... have a standard-definition TV, do not have an HDMI cable or do not have a free HDMI port on your TV, use a single connector into the Roku player to the A/V port on the back of your...
IT'S SPECIAL. The A/V cable included with your Roku player. Because the Roku 2 XS is so small, we use the included A/V cable to make the connection depicted in the diagram below: • Connect one end to the composite ... have a standard-definition TV, do not have an HDMI cable or do not have a free HDMI port on your TV, use a single connector into the Roku player to the A/V port on the back of your...
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What To Do Step 2 (CONTINUED) Next, power on your Roku player by connecting it to a wall outlet using the included power adapter, like this: Finally, power on your Roku player. BLANK SCREEN? Press the Input button (also called Source) on your TV and look for a Roku message to cycle through the various video inputs available until you see a Roku screen. If your TV does not display a Roku screen, make sure your TV input matches the physical connection used to connect your TV or TV remote to fill the screen.
What To Do Step 2 (CONTINUED) Next, power on your Roku player by connecting it to a wall outlet using the included power adapter, like this: Finally, power on your Roku player. BLANK SCREEN? Press the Input button (also called Source) on your TV and look for a Roku message to cycle through the various video inputs available until you see a Roku screen. If your TV does not display a Roku screen, make sure your TV input matches the physical connection used to connect your TV or TV remote to fill the screen.
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... overheat. Eeeeks. What To Do Step 3 CONFIGURE YOUR NETWORK Step 3 establishes your network connection and brings out your player beneath anything; Remember, network passwords are case sensitive. it ! Just choose either wireless or wired and read on where to do it may ...the list of your wireless network. • DON'T place your network password, if you use a wireless network, you use one. You can grab that Roku remote and jump right into Guided Setup. When prompted, select "Wireless" as your network connection and have your network name and password ready to place...
... overheat. Eeeeks. What To Do Step 3 CONFIGURE YOUR NETWORK Step 3 establishes your network connection and brings out your player beneath anything; Remember, network passwords are case sensitive. it ! Just choose either wireless or wired and read on where to do it may ...the list of your wireless network. • DON'T place your network password, if you use a wireless network, you use one. You can grab that Roku remote and jump right into Guided Setup. When prompted, select "Wireless" as your network connection and have your network name and password ready to place...
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Simply make the two connections depicted in the diagram below, and then use a wired network, this step is a snap. What To Do step 3 (CONTINUED) WIRED: If you use your Roku remote to select "Wired" from the on-screen network options. • Connect one end to the Ethernet port on the back of your Roku player. • Connect the other end to an open Ethernet port on your router.
Simply make the two connections depicted in the diagram below, and then use a wired network, this step is a snap. What To Do step 3 (CONTINUED) WIRED: If you use your Roku remote to select "Wired" from the on-screen network options. • Connect one end to the Ethernet port on the back of your Roku player. • Connect the other end to an open Ethernet port on your router.
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... fun part has just begun, we promise. Your Roku player will only be prompted to your Roku account on -screen instructions and you authorize purchases of apps and games from the Roku Channel Store. Continue following pages, to your computer. Roku accounts are free and secure. YOUR ROKU ACCOUNT: During Guided Setup, you'll be charged...
... fun part has just begun, we promise. Your Roku player will only be prompted to your Roku account on -screen instructions and you authorize purchases of apps and games from the Roku Channel Store. Continue following pages, to your computer. Roku accounts are free and secure. YOUR ROKU ACCOUNT: During Guided Setup, you'll be charged...
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[BACK] Return to previous screen [HOME] Return to Roku home screen [UP] or [DOWN] Move up or down; [LEFT] or [RIGHT] Move left or right [INST REPLAY] Replay last 7 seconds of video [OK] Select ... remote usage information Cool: Because your enhanced remote uses radio frequency instead of infrared, you don't need to have a direct line of sight to your Roku player!
[BACK] Return to previous screen [HOME] Return to Roku home screen [UP] or [DOWN] Move up or down; [LEFT] or [RIGHT] Move left or right [INST REPLAY] Replay last 7 seconds of video [OK] Select ... remote usage information Cool: Because your enhanced remote uses radio frequency instead of infrared, you don't need to have a direct line of sight to your Roku player!
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... cannot connect to your wireless home network during guided setup: • If you some embarrassment.) • Make sure the connectors on the cables between your Roku player and your wireless router. • Make sure you select "Wireless" and not "Wired" on your TV. If you cannot see a picture on your TV... TVs have an Input button on the remote control to change video inputs. • Make sure the power cable for the Roku player is connected snugly to the Roku player on one end and to match the output (usually HDMI or composite video) used with a home theater receiver, make sure the HDMI...
... cannot connect to your wireless home network during guided setup: • If you some embarrassment.) • Make sure the connectors on the cables between your Roku player and your wireless router. • Make sure you select "Wireless" and not "Wired" on your TV. If you cannot see a picture on your TV... TVs have an Input button on the remote control to change video inputs. • Make sure the power cable for the Roku player is connected snugly to the Roku player on one end and to match the output (usually HDMI or composite video) used with a home theater receiver, make sure the HDMI...
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... on your TV or home theater receiver matches the output (HDMI or analog audio) used with the remote. IF THE ROKU REMOTE CONTROL ISN'T FUNCTIONING: • Try moving closer to your Roku player. • Make sure the batteries are pushed in all the way. • Make sure the volume on your TV or... home theater receiver is turned up and isn't on mute. • If you connected your Roku player to a home theater receiver, make sure you receiver is turned on. • Make sure the input on your wireless router, you can add your network...
... on your TV or home theater receiver matches the output (HDMI or analog audio) used with the remote. IF THE ROKU REMOTE CONTROL ISN'T FUNCTIONING: • Try moving closer to your Roku player. • Make sure the batteries are pushed in all the way. • Make sure the volume on your TV or... home theater receiver is turned up and isn't on mute. • If you connected your Roku player to a home theater receiver, make sure you receiver is turned on. • Make sure the input on your wireless router, you can add your network...
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...steps: 1 Be sure to turn off or move other devices that are near the Roku player. 2 Open the Roku remote battery compartment using the Roku remote again. Pairing button (in close proximity with your Roku player. 4 Press and hold the pairing button inside the battery compartment for 3 seconds. 5... Try using the instructions in Step 2. 3 Place the Roku remote in battery compartment) IF YOU COULDN'T FIND WHAT YOU NEED: Visit roku.com/support for more help. PAIRING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL: The Roku remote should automatically pair with your Roku player at the beginning of Guided Setup.
...steps: 1 Be sure to turn off or move other devices that are near the Roku player. 2 Open the Roku remote battery compartment using the Roku remote again. Pairing button (in close proximity with your Roku player. 4 Press and hold the pairing button inside the battery compartment for 3 seconds. 5... Try using the instructions in Step 2. 3 Place the Roku remote in battery compartment) IF YOU COULDN'T FIND WHAT YOU NEED: Visit roku.com/support for more help. PAIRING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL: The Roku remote should automatically pair with your Roku player at the beginning of Guided Setup.
Setup Guide
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Put two AAA batteries (included) in the Remote Slide the top panel upward to open the remote. S-Video USB port Composite Audio (XR model only) video Home HDMI Ethernet Power Left Select Reverse scan Play/Pause Up Right Down Forward scan Your Roku Digital Video Player IR receiver Status light Reset button Optical audio Component video 1 Inserting the Batteries in your remote.
Put two AAA batteries (included) in the Remote Slide the top panel upward to open the remote. S-Video USB port Composite Audio (XR model only) video Home HDMI Ethernet Power Left Select Reverse scan Play/Pause Up Right Down Forward scan Your Roku Digital Video Player IR receiver Status light Reset button Optical audio Component video 1 Inserting the Batteries in your remote.
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...range of your broadband Internet connection. • For additional information on and is on alternate setups, see the Roku Video Media Player User Guide at roku.com/support. Internet router Continued TV If your TV supports other audio/video inputs and you purchased the required ...cables, you can set to display the correct video input. 3 Connecting Your Player to Your Home Network Your player supports both wireless ...
...range of your broadband Internet connection. • For additional information on and is on alternate setups, see the Roku Video Media Player User Guide at roku.com/support. Internet router Continued TV If your TV supports other audio/video inputs and you purchased the required ...cables, you can set to display the correct video input. 3 Connecting Your Player to Your Home Network Your player supports both wireless ...
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... the Roku logo are registered trademarks of the FCC Rules. patents and other intellectual property rights. DOC-001-06 Finding media To go to highlight a channel category, and then press Down . 4. To move through items a page at your player. 5 Finding Channels and Media Finding channels 1. ... generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference and void your player. Patent Nos. 5,583,936; 6,836,549; 5,315,448; 6,381,747; 6,501,842; Press Left or Right to highlight a channel poster, ...
... the Roku logo are registered trademarks of the FCC Rules. patents and other intellectual property rights. DOC-001-06 Finding media To go to highlight a channel category, and then press Down . 4. To move through items a page at your player. 5 Finding Channels and Media Finding channels 1. ... generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference and void your player. Patent Nos. 5,583,936; 6,836,549; 5,315,448; 6,381,747; 6,501,842; Press Left or Right to highlight a channel poster, ...
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... account and finding media, go to your channel's website. • For questions on setting up your digital media player, go to rewind, press Reverse scan. To fast-forward, press Forward scan and to roku.com/support. Getting Started TIP: Depending on all channels. 6 Playing Media To start or resume playing, just press...
... account and finding media, go to your channel's website. • For questions on setting up your digital media player, go to rewind, press Reverse scan. To fast-forward, press Forward scan and to roku.com/support. Getting Started TIP: Depending on all channels. 6 Playing Media To start or resume playing, just press...