Quick Guide on Roku setup
Roku Device Activation
For streaming content through the Roku streaming device, you need to first activate the device. To perform the Roku device activation the users will be on the need to have a valid Roku account and an active, reliable internet connection. All you need to do is to link the Roku streaming device to your Roku.com/link account to activate it. You can follow the procedures provided her to activate or link the Roku streaming device to the Roku account for further streaming.
Basic Setup procedure:
These below suggested Roku setup procedures are common for most of the Roku streaming devices. Remember Roku never charges for any device or channel activation and ensure you utilize appropriate sites for activation. Be aware of fraudulent sites. Also, make sure you follow every step to complete the activation procedures successfully.
Choosing the appropriate input:
Roku streaming device can be connected to any television that has HDMI connectivity.
You can use a high-speed HDMI cable to connect the Roku streaming device with your TV.
In case of older Television models, you can also use the standard composite video connection.
Roku Streaming device Initial Setup:
Connect the Roku streaming player and the Television using either an HDMI cable or a composite cables
Few Roku models come with an Ethernet port, if your model procures an Ethernet Port then you can establish a wired network connection using the Ethernet cable.
Else, you can connect the streaming device to a wireless network connection.
While using the Ethernet cable, connect one end of the Ethernet cord Streaming device and the other end to the router.
Connect the power cord to the Roku device and to the wall mount power supply.
Insert batteries to the Roku remote and Power on the Roku device and your TV.
Now you can see the Roku logo on the screen.
You can now choose the correct input source on your TV.
Choose your desired language using the Roku remote.
Setting Up Network connectivity:
To Connect the Roku device to a wireless network, choose the appropriate network name from the list of wireless network available.
Enter the network credentials.
You can also click the Scan option in case if the network is not available on the network list.
Ensure you enter the password carefully and click on Connect option.
Once the Roku device connected to the wireless network,the streaming device will update its software.
Then once the download is complete, reboot the Roku streaming device.
Roku Streaming device activation:
Now you can see the Roku activation code on your TV Screen.
Note down the code of activation.
Now you log in with your Roku account credentials.
If you still do not have a Roku.com/link account, then you need to create it before getting into the device activation.
You can also create a pin to secure the payment information and avoid unauthorized channel purchases.
By now, the Roku device is activation procedures are completed.