Wi-Fi set up
If you have a Wi-Fi enabled box, you can change the settings to allow so that it can connect to the internet wirelessly.
If you have a Wi-Fi enabled box, you can change the settings to allow so that it can connect to the internet wirelessly.
The strength of your signal depends on the aerial. If the picture or sound breaks up on your TV, ask your landlord or housing association to check the communal aerial...
We’re at our best when we’re connected to both your aerial and internet. If you aren’t able to use an aerial...
YouView tunes Freeview channels not Freesat channels, so we need...
If you can’t use a roof aerial then you can still use an indoor or loft aerial.
Your aerial is an important part of your set up. It brings you all your Freeview channels. Here’s some free information to help you get the best out of your aerial set up:
YouView is a connected service that uses the internet for most of our best features, like On Demand, scroll back TV or search. You can use YouView without an internet connection but...
Not all HD TV’s have the same HDMI resolution. You can change the resolution in the settings menu to match your TV:
Looking to change your broadband provider?
Need to retune your channels? Just follow these steps:
Need help setting up your box? Let us guide you through it with our set up video:
We recommend using powerline adapters if your router is too far from your box. These help carry your broadband signal over long distances using...
Not all YouView boxes are Wi-Fi enabled. If they are not Wi-Fi enabled, they need a wired Ethernet connection to connect the internet, so that we can give you the best quality experience. We recommend using...
Having trouble connecting your box to the internet during set up? Try these steps:
We’ve introduced a new feature which allows you to search for your favourite shows by title using your voice.
Find out all you need to know about pairing Amazon Alexa to your YouView device
If you need to boost your aerial signal, you can try using an aerial booster. But if your area isn't covered by...
Everything you need to know about using powerline adapters:
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Your powerline adapters help you connect your router to your box over long distances. If they’re not working your box will be disconnected from the internet. Try these steps to reconnect:
Go beyond Full HD and see the difference with Ultra HD. Here's everything you need to know:
Thinking about having more than one box? Here's what you need to know:
Picked up a pre-owned YouView box? Have a quick read of this info:
Turning your living room into a mini cinema? Let us give you a hand with that:
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