Roku Media Player Streaming Stick User Guide
- October 30, 2023
- Roku
Table of Contents
Roku Streaming Stick: Device Setup Guide
User Guide
Step #1: Create a Roku Account
Go to https://my.roku.com/signup and fill in all of the required fields.
Next, confirm your PIN preferences.
Enabling and selecting a PIN passcode will give you an extra level of security
for any purchases you may make within the Roku store. If you choose to
purchase an app, Roku will automatically ask you to input your PIN passcode to
confirm the purchase. This feature is optional and can be adjusted at any
time.
Optional: Set Up Roku Pay
Providing a payment method is not required to set up a Roku account, however,
if you choose to purchase applications from Roku in the future, Roku Pay is
available for a smooth and quick purchasing experience.
Please note: If you choose to add a payment method, we will not have access to
this information as per the Roku privacy policy. Read the policy here.
From the Roku homepage, you can view your account and settings
Step #2: Getting started and connecting to your Roku Streaming Stick
What’s included in your Roku Steaming Stick package?
First, plug your Roku Streaming Stick into the HDMI port of your TV.
Next, use the USB power cable, power extender cable, and power adaptor to
connect your device to an outlet.
Alternatively, you can use the included USB power cable to power your device
from the USB port on your TV.
Note: The USB port on some TVs may be unable to power your device. If you
see the on-screen warning message that appears in these cases, use a wall
outlet.
Next, power on your TV and select the correct
input.
After you’ve selected the correct input, insert the batteries into the Roku
Streaming Stick remote and begin the pairing process. Follow the on-screen
instructions to pair your remote to your streaming stick. 
Once paired, you will see this setup screen to get started with
your preferences.
After clicking your language choice, your
device will need to connect to your home WiFi network.
Choose your home network and input your WiFi password.
Once your device establishes a network connection, you will be prompted to set
up your display type.
*You may notice that your Roku requires an update, click okay and allow it to continue.
Click “Auto detect display type” After, once completed click “Use automatic”
and click “Yes, the screen looks good”.
Set up your Roku remote. Click check
the remote settings. You will be asked if you want to set up your Roku remote
to control the power and volume on your tv, click continue.
You should hear music, click yes, and music is playing.
You should hear the music stop, click okay.
Step #3: Link your device
During the set-up on your TV, you will be asked to log into your Roku account.
You need to pair your Roku account with your device. Click enter your email address.
Next, check your email inbox for your email activation
link.
Once you click the activation link in your email, you will be asked to name
your device and identify its location. Agree to the terms and select continue.
You will now be able to add other favourite applications at this time. You can
also choose to do this later. (See setup video for a full visual
demonstration)
Once updated, you should now see on-screen prompts on your tv followed by the
Roku demonstration.
When you’re device is successfully linked,
you can move onto Step #4.
Step #4: Install the Wightman TV app
To access the updated version of the app, you can follow one of two
steps:
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From the Roku homepage, hold the microphone button and say Wightman into the remote. When the app appears, click it, select “Add channel”, agree to the terms and Wightman TV will download to your homepage.
OR -
From the Roku homepage, click “+ Add Channels” and search for Wightman TV by typing it into the search engine. Select the app, agree to the terms and the channel will download to your homepage.
Once the app has been downloaded, you can select “Go to channel” or click the
home button on your remote to view the app on your homepage.
Select the app and proceed to the next final step to connect to
Wightman TV.
Step #5: Login and Start Streaming!
Click the Wightman TV app and then log in using the information provided in
the email we sent you.
You’re ready to start streaming Wightman TV!
For support, please contact Technical Support at 1-877-327-4440