Roku 3 is a streaming device that offers a more advanced user interface than its predecessors. It is a very small device: it can fit in the palm of a hand. Roku 3 can only be connected to a TV with an HDMI port.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Connect the Cables
Step 1. Get an HDMI cable
The HDMI cable is not supplied with the Roku 3, and therefore must be purchased separately. You can buy it from the nearest electronics store or from an online store.
Step 2. Connect the Roku 3 and TV together with the HDMI cable
Insert one end of the HDMI cable into the corresponding port on the Roku 3; plug the other end into the HDMI port on the back of your TV.
Step 3. Power up the Roku 3
Take the power cord that is included in the package and plug it into the Roku 3. Plug the power supply into a power outlet.
Step 4. Connect the Ethernet cable
If you prefer not to connect the Roku 3 to your router via Wi-Fi you must use an Ethernet cable. This cable is also not included in the Roku 3 box.
Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the corresponding port on the Roku 3; insert the other end into the corresponding port on the router
Part 2 of 3: Set up the Roku 3
Step 1. Set up your TV to use HDMI connectivity
Turn on the TV, press the "Source" button on the remote control and choose HDMI connectivity.
The Roku 3 welcome message will appear on the screen
Step 2. Select the language you prefer to use
Use the Roku 3 remote to select the language you want to use. Press the "OK" button to confirm.
Don't forget to insert the batteries into the Roku 3 remote. Both batteries are included in the package
Step 3. Press "OK" when prompted to set up the network
On the next screen, select "Connect via cable" or "Connect Wi-Fi" depending on your previous choices.
If you chose "Connect via cable" skip the next two steps
Step 4. Select a wireless network
If in the previous step you chose "Wi-Fi Connection" the next screen will show the list of wireless networks that Roku 3 has detected. Choose the desired Wi-Fi network and press "OK".
Step 5. Enter any network password
In the next screen you will be asked to type in the network password if it is protected. Once the password is entered, Roku 3 will connect to the chosen network.
Part 3 of 3: Create a Roku 3 Purchase Account
Step 1. Open a browser
Double-click the browser icon on your computer.
Step 2. Go to the Roku 3 website
Type https://owner.roku.com/Login/ in the browser address bar and press Enter.
Step 3. Create an account
Click on the "Create account" button.
Step 4. Enter the required information
Fill in the fields displayed on the next screen (name, surname, e-mail address and password). When you are done click on the "Next" button.
Step 5. Provide your payment information
In the next screen you will be asked to enter your payment information (name, surname, credit card and Paypal account).
- This information is used in case you want to buy paid apps, movies or content.
- After creating the account, a code will appear on the TV screen.
Step 6. Enter the code on the website
Write down the code displayed on the TV in the appropriate field on the website.
