How to Set Up an Apple TV Using an iPhone, iPad, or Bluetooth Keyboard

If you have an Apple TV, then you probably know by now that while setting it up is pretty easy, but using the supplied remote with it, is not. Why not set up your Apple TV then using your iPad, iPhone, or a Bluetooth keyboard?

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t’s no secret that we’re not fans of the Apple TV’s remote. We probably shouldn’t be so hard on it because after all, it’s really meant for interacting with media but, to get to that media, you often have to set up or log into your accounts. If you have a long e-mail address, and use long, complex passwords, then entering them with the Apple TV remote can be a tedious lesson in patience (and carpal tunnel).

Additionally, when you later want to search for something, you again have to use the same terrible text-entry method.

Thankfully, there are three easier ways to interact with your Apple TV. You can set up your device with your iPad or iPhone, and then use the Apple Remote application to enter text, or you can use a Bluetooth keyboard.
Set Up Your Apple TV with an iPod or iPhone

To set up your device wirelessly with your iPhone or iPad, first boot your new or factory reset Apple TV until the language screen appears.

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Making sure Bluetooth is enabled on your iOS device, and place it on or very close to your Apple TV until the following screen appears.
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You will need to enter your username and password for your iTunes account.\\On your Apple TV, the following screen should appear.