Why does my Apple TV say connect to iTunes?

All replies. The picture means the update failed and your AppleTV can’t start. You need to restore by connecting to a computer running current iTunes via a USB to micro USB cable. Pay attention to differences in power connection depending on whether or not you have AppleTV2 or AppleTV 3.

Why is my Apple TV not connecting to iTunes?

If you still can’t connect to iTunes from your Apple TV, you may need to update the tvOS operating system. To do so, on your Apple TV, using the Siri Remote, select Settings > System > Software Updates > Update Software. If an update is available, download it now, or set the Automatically Update feature to On.

How do I connect my old Apple TV to iTunes?

Sync your Apple TV with iTunes

  1. Make sure the computer you want to sync with is on, and iTunes is open.
  2. On your Apple TV, choose Settings > Computers > Add Shared iTunes Library, and note the passcode displayed.
  3. Click the Devices button near the top of the iTunes window to access your Apple TV, and enter the passcode.

How do I connect USB to Apple TV?

On the back of your Apple TV HD, plug in a USB-C cable. For Apple TV (3rd generation), use a Micro-USB cable. Use the correct cable for your model, and never plug a Lightning to USB cable into your Apple TV. Plug the other end of your USB-C or Micro-USB cable into a USB port on your computer.

How do I restore my Apple TV without iTunes?

Apple TV can be restored without iTunes by using the settings on Apple TV, i.e., your remote, via Finder on your Mac with MacOS Catalina or newer, or via several of the third-party apps available that can assist in restoring.

How do I connect to iTunes?

To connect to iTunes, start by updating to the latest version of iTunes and signing in with your Apple ID. Then, connect your iPhone or iPad to the computer with a USB cable, and click on the phone or tablet icon near the top-left corner of iTunes.

How do I connect to Apple TV?

Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on your Apple TV, then connect the other end to the HDMI port on your TV. Connect one end of the power cord to the power port on your Apple TV and the other end to a power outlet. Turn on your TV, then select the HDMI input that’s connected to your Apple TV.

Does Apple TV Gen 1 still work?

On September 9, 2015, Apple discontinued service and support for the first generation Apple TV. Beginning May 25, 2018, the iTunes Store is no longer accessible from the device, due to its obsolete security standards. YouTube is also no longer supported on this device.