To access your movies, music, photos, etc. on Apple TV that are stored on a computer you need to enable Home Sharing on both devices. In order for Home Sharing to work, you must be signed in using the same Apple ID on your Apple TV and in iTunes on the computer with your content.
Apple TV “The Device Cannot Be Found” iTunes error
If you are trying to restore your Apple TV using iTunes 11 you may get the message “The Device Cannot Be Found.” Apple has acknowledged this issue and suggests the following resolution; Step 1. Download the Apple TV software restore file to your Desktop or other location by right-clicking on the link for your model
Having trouble updating Apple TV over Ethernet or playing content?
Apple has recognized that there are some 2nd and 3rd generation Apple TV users having problems updating to Apple TV software 5.1.1 if they’re using a ethernet cable instead of wi-fi. In some instances users are also having problems viewing Hulu Plus, MLB, NHL, YouTube, Photo Stream and WSJ Live on Apple TV. According to
Use a third-party remote with Apple TV
Apple TV has a very useful feature that allows the device to learn remotes that control your TV, cable box or DVD player. The remote does not need to be a universal remote. In fact, it’s just the opposite of a programable remote. Instead of the remote learning to control your Apple TV, your Apple
Watch Amazon Instant Video on Apple TV
Unfortunately, Apple seems to be in no hurry to add Amazon Instant Video to Apple TV. While the service may compete with iTunes, the same can be said about Netflix and Hulu Plus (both can be found on Apple TV). We’re not certain why Amazon Instant Video hasn’t been added to Apple TV, but Amazon
Netflix Error 789 on Apple TV “Please Try Again Later”
After updating Apple TV many people are getting the following Netflix error message: “Please Try Again Later (789) Error”. For most people a simple reboot will resolve the problem. To reboot your apple TV: Hold the Menu and Down buttons on your Apple TV remote for six seconds. After the Apple TV restarts, try Netflix
Control your TV with an iPhone or iPad using Harmony Link
Here is how you can control your TV and other home entertainment devices with your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. The Harmony Link connects to your WiFi network and converts signals from your iOS device to IR signals. The Harmony Links has One Touch Activities that can turn on several devices at once and set them…
Play movies downloaded online on Apple TV
Apple may prefer for you to purchase movies and TV shows using iTunes, but that doesn’t mean movies and TV shows downloaded elsewhere can’t be viewed in iTunes and on your Apple TV. Any compatible video content can be imported to iTunes on a computer and if Home Sharing is turen on, the movies and