Lesson 1 of 5

Get Ready Before You Start

A few minutes of preparation prevents most setup problems.

Collect these details

  • Home Wi-Fi network name — sometimes called the SSID
  • Wi-Fi password
  • Netflix email address
  • Netflix password
  • Phone PIN or screen lock code, if using a hotspot
Ian’s Field Note: Wi-Fi passwords are case-sensitive. A capital letter must be entered as a capital letter. Watch for confusion between 0 and O, or 1 and I.

Check the equipment

Turn on the TV.
Make sure the television responds to the correct remote.
Check the internet router.
Look for normal power and internet lights.
Place devices close enough.
For setup, keep the phone and TV within good signal range.
Charge the phone.
A hotspot uses extra battery power.
Lesson complete when: You have the network name, passwords, remote and phone ready.
Next: Home Wi-Fi →