How to set up your Roku TV system
Your Roku TV™ system is an all-in-one solution with Roku® OS already built in, thoughtfully designed to upgrade your entertainment at an incredible value. Setting up a TV is easy and takes just minutes. You can watch live TV with an antenna and access connected devices like a cable set-top box or game console.
An easy-to-use remote and the free mobile applet you control your TV and search for movies, shows and more across top streaming services and broadcast TV in your area. The addition of powerful features like More Ways to Watch, Live TV Pause, and Live TV Channel Guide make your TV a compelling smart TV experience.
Follow the instructions in this article to get set up with your TV today.
Requirements for setting up a Roku TV system
To enjoy streaming content, you will need a wireless internet connection and a Roku account.
- Note: There is NEVER a charge to create a Roku account.
Internet requirements for some Roku TV systems
Some TVs powered by Roku OS require an internet connection to complete setup. This will allow the latest software updates to be delivered to your TV and provide you with the best smart TV experience by ensuring you have the latest features, programming, and fixes. After setup, your TV can be used without an internet connection, but will be limited to playing content from HDMI sources, cable, or over-the-air broadcasts.
Guided Setup instructions for your Roku TV system
Before you can start using your new TV, you need to unpack it, attach the included base or wall mount (not included), plug it into a power source, and then complete the Guided Setup.
For details on unpacking and attaching the base, read the Quick Start Guide that was included in your TV box. Quick Start Guides for Roku Select and Plus Series TVs are available online. For in-depth instructions when making connections, completing the Guided Setup, using features, or configuring settings; refer to the Roku TV User Guide.
Follow the instructions below to complete the on-screen Guided Setup process and set up your TV.
Insert batteries in the remote control
This step does not apply to TVs that come with a rechargeable remote. If your TV remote is not rechargeable it will come with a pair of matched batteries of the proper size. Open the back cover of the remote control, insert the batteries following the correct polarity as indicated inside the battery compartment, and then reattach the back cover.
Turn on the TV
Press Power 
on your TV remote control. You will see the TV startup screen and, after a short wait, the first Guided Setup screen will appear.
The LED light on your TV may be ON or OFF depending on your specific model. You can change your standby LED settings after setup is complete.
Pair your remote
This step only applies to TVs that come with a voice remote. When your TV is turned on, it uses a discovery process called pairing to detect a new remote and create a direct wireless connection. To complete this process, you must put your remote into "pairing mode" by following the pairing instructions on the screen. Detailed instructions are also available to help you set up and troubleshoot your Roku voice remote.
Choose a language
When your TV powers on, the first screen will allow you to choose a language. All text and dialog within the Roku application will be displayed in the selected language. Scroll up and down the list and press OK 
on your TV remote to choose a language. If you want to use the text-to-speech screen reader, press Star 
four times quickly. The screen reader is only available in English.
- Note: It is the responsibility of the app publisher to translate their app and some apps may not support your chosen language.
Select a country
To make sure your TV has all features available in your country, select the country where you are using the TV.
Select home use
Unless you are setting up your TV for use as a store display, select Set up for home use.
Connect your TV to your network and the internet
Choose your wireless network from the list of available networks and enter your password. This is most often the same network you use to connect your computer or smartphone to the internet. If at first you do not see your network, select Scan again to see all networks. For more assistance, see help finding your wireless network and password.
If you want to see your password as you type, choose Show password. This can help prevent entering the wrong password. Remember, passwords are case-sensitive. Use the shift button 
on the on-screen keyboard to enter a capital letter.
Once you enter your password and select Connect, your TV will automatically connect to your network and the internet. Alternatively, you can get more help if you are unable to connect to your wireless network or the internet.
- Note: Some Roku TV systems require internet connection for set up.
Download the latest software
Once connected to the internet, your TV will download the latest version of Roku OS software and then reboot.
Create a Roku account and activate your device
When prompted on screen, you will need to perform the following steps to create your Roku account and complete device activation. It may take a few moments to receive the activation email from Roku. If you do not see it in your email inbox, be sure to check your spam (or junk) folder.
- Press OK on your remote to reveal the on-screen keyboard.
- Using your remote, type a valid email address. If you have a voice remote, you can press and hold the voice
button and say your email address instead.
- Important: This email will also be used as your Roku login, which is important for managing your Roku account and device services.
- If you have trouble receiving the activation link in your email, press Star on your remote and try again or select Activate with a QR Code option. Use your mobile phone's camera to scan the QR code and get the device activation link.
- Once you open the link, either from the email or QR code, follow the instructions for creating a Roku account and setting up your Roku device with channels to watch.
If you cannot get your Roku device activated, learn how to resolve linking issues. Roku does not require an activation fee, or charge for support of any kind. Learn how to avoid fraudulent websites.
Optional - Connect your devices
At this point, Guided Setup should be on the Let’s connect your devices screen. If you have not already done so, connect your devices, such as your cable box, game console, Blu-ray or DVD player, VCR, or wired speakers. If you are using your TV with a sound bar or home theater receiver, connect these as well. You may choose to skip this step and add your devices at a later time. You can add wireless speakers and additional remotes by going to Settings > Remotes & devices > Add devices. Additionally, you can add another device by connecting it to an open HDMI or AV port at back of the TV, going to the Home screen, and then accessing the tile for that port.
Turn on all of your connected devices. Your TV can detect certain kinds of devices, so it prompts you to turn them on before proceeding. When you’re ready, select Everything is plugged in and turned on, and then follow the simple prompts to complete this step for each input. Press OK and then press it again to confirm that everything is plugged in and turned on.
Guided Setup asks you to assign a name and icon to the device connected to the first input. You can select from a preselected drop down menu or select Set custom name & icon to customize the input name and choose from an icon menu. After a few seconds, the screen also displays a small window showing the program playing on the device connected to the input, if any. Use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to scroll through the list, and then press OK to make your selection. Repeat this step for each input until you reach the All done screen. At this point, your TV might play a welcome video. To skip the welcome video, press Home 
.
- Tip: Select nothing if you are not using the input and you want to hide it so that it does not appear on the Home screen.
Optional – Connecting an antenna
This step is not part of Guided Setup, and applies only if you are using the Live TV input. If you have a set-top box from a cable TV provider or satellite TV, you’ll most likely connect it to one of your TV’s HDMI® inputs, and never need to use the Live TV input.
The first time you select the Live TV tile on the Home screen, the TV prompts you to scan for channels. Just follow the instructions on the screen to complete this step, and then you’ll be able to watch your local broadcast or non-scrambled cable channels.
Enjoy your TV!
You are all done setting up your TV. With all steps complete, your TV is ready to use. You can personalize your TV by changing your theme pack or screensaver and go to the Store to add new streaming apps, games, and more. If you're using your TV for gaming, learn the best settings to improve performance, usability, and picture quality for optimal gameplay.
How do I add premium sound with a Roku audio system?
Whether you want to enhance the listening experience with everything you watch, or prefer a cinema-like surround sound experience, you can easily build a Roku audio system tailored to you without the hassle of wires and complicated setup typical of many audio systems.
Enhance your listening experience
Add a Roku Streambar®, Roku Streambar Pro, Roku wireless speakers, or Roku TV Wireless Soundbar to your TV in the front of your room to get full, rich sound from your TV and all the devices plugged into it (e.g., Blu-ray™ player, game console, cable set-top box).
Cinema-like surround sound
Add a Roku Streambar or Roku Streambar Pro to your TV in the front of your room, and wirelessly connect Roku wireless speakers as surround speakers for a cinematic experience. Certain TV models can pair both a Roku TV Wireless Soundbar and Roku wireless speakers for up to 4.1 surround sound. No matter what device you're using, setting up wireless speakers with your TV powered by Roku OS is a hassle-free process.
With whatever Roku audio system you decide to build, you can add a Roku Wireless Bass or Roku Wireless Bass Pro for richer, deeper bass that lets you feel more heart-pounding action and hair-raising moments.
Check out the detailed articles below to browse more information about each Roku audio device and find answers to common questions.