Getting started on a TV

Â鶹Éç iPlayer is available on connected TVs, games consoles, set-top boxes, streamers and platforms including Freesat, Sky, Virgin Media, and YouView.

You can access Â鶹Éç iPlayer in one of the following ways, depending on the device:

  • Launch the app
  • Use your device's on-screen menu and episode guide
  • Press the red button on your remote from a Â鶹Éç channel

To check if your device is supported, have a look here: How can I check if Â鶹Éç iPlayer is available on a particular TV?

How do I use Â鶹Éç iPlayer on my device?

  • Freesat

    If you have a compatible Freesat with Freetime box, Â鶹Éç iPlayer can be accessed by launching into the On Demand section from the Home menu. Your Freesat device will need to be connected to the internet to access Â鶹Éç iPlayer.
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  • Freeview PlayÌý

    If you're using Freeview Play to watch Â鶹Éç iPlayer then you need to make sure your TV is connected to an aerial before you launch the Â鶹Éç iPlayer app. For more information on Freeview Play visit their website: .
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  • Sky
    • Sky+ box:ÌýAccess Â鶹Éç iPlayer by selecting ‘Catch Up’ in Sky’s On Demand section and then choose Â鶹Éç iPlayer
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    • Sky Q: As well as accessing Â鶹Éç content via Catch UpÌýand On Demand, you can also access the Â鶹Éç iPlayer app which is available in the Apps section, or via the red button (when on a Â鶹Éç channel). Using the 'Watch from the start' option when switching to a Â鶹Éç channel will also launch iPlayer.
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    • ​â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹â¶Ä‹Sky Glass:ÌýThere are multiple ways to access Â鶹Éç iPlayer programmes, including via the red button (on a Â鶹Éç channel) and by selecting Â鶹Éç iPlayer in the Apps section

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  • Virgin Media

    Virgin Media TiVo users can find Â鶹Éç iPlayer either via the connected red button or the Apps and Games directory. Within Virgin TiVo, you can also access Â鶹Éç iPlayer by going left in the EPG and selecting content that is marked available for catch-up.Ìý
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  • YouView

    Â鶹Éç iPlayer is available on YouView, either through a YouView box or compatible YouView-enabled TV. You can use Â鶹Éç iPlayer on YouView by either selecting Â鶹Éç iPlayer from the PlayersÌýsection, watching a Â鶹Éç programme from the last seven days via the YouView electronic programme guide, or watching a Â鶹Éç programme from the last seven days via the YouView On Demand area.ÌýIn order to access Â鶹Éç iPlayer, YouView devices need to be connected to the internet.
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  • Smart TVs and internet connected devices

    There are several different versions of Â鶹Éç iPlayer which manufacturers use in their devices. Between these versions, due to technical limitations, there can be some variations inÌýfeatures (subtitles, HD etc.). Each device will need to be connected to the internet to use Â鶹Éç iPlayer.

Do I have to sign in?

Yes, you do. Once you've signed in, you can access your Added programmes and pick up watching where you left off. Check the How do I sign in to Â鶹Éç iPlayer on my TV? page for a step-by-step guide on signing in.

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