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Wondering how to set up a smart TV? Setting up a smart TV<\/a> is incredibly easy.<\/p>\n Once your TV is plugged in, just turn it on, and follow any of the initial set up instructions on-screen.<\/p>\n Once the initial set up is wrapped, connect the TV to the internet, and start customising as you see fit!<\/p>\n Smart TVs now totally dominate the modern television market.<\/p>\n In fact, they\u2019ve now become so ubiquitous that you\u2019d have a harder time finding a non-smart TV!<\/p>\n Smart TVs generally pride themselves on their ease of use and overall accessibility.<\/p>\n But if you\u2019ve never set one up before, you might wonder how you\u2019re supposed to do it. Is the process difficult? And what should you be sure to do?<\/p>\n Want to make the most of your smart TV right out of the gate?<\/p>\n Then make sure to keep reading down below.<\/p>\n We had our Reliant<\/a> tech experts put together this guide<\/a> to smart TV set up to take you through the key steps of the initial process, in a clear and efficient way!<\/p>\n Read below to get your smart TV experience off on the right foot!<\/p>\n First things first, you\u2019ll need to find the right spot for your new smart TV.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll want to keep your TV somewhere where there\u2019s plenty of space and plenty of air.<\/p>\n This ensures your TV is kept cool, to help extend its lifespan.<\/p>\n It also makes your life much easier when it comes to plugging external devices into the back of it.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll also want to make sure your TV is positioned just right for comfortable viewing.<\/p>\n Make sure it\u2019s not placed near any ambient light sources, such as windows or lamps. Strong light from these sources can result in screen glare<\/a> that impacts your view!<\/p>\n To reduce screen glare, make sure there are no lights placed directly opposite your TV\u2019s screen!<\/p>\n Placement is crucial with your smart TV. You want to make sure you\u2019re not too close or too far from it. An inadequate distance can result in a very uncomfortable viewing experience<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n You should also make sure the TV isn\u2019t placed too far from or too close to your sofa.<\/p>\n The optimal distance should be around 1.2 times the size of the screen.<\/p>\n So, you should aim to sit around 78 inches away from a 65 inch TV<\/a>. Sit too close, and you\u2019ll have to move your head to see the image.<\/p>\n Sit too far, and you\u2019ll have to strain your eyes to make out the image!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.reliant.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-To-Set-Up-1.png” alt=”How To Set Up A Smart TV” title_text=”How To Set Up A Smart TV” align=”center” admin_label=”Image 1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#126366″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” ul_font_size=”20px” ul_line_height=”1.7em” quote_font=”|300|||||||” quote_font_size=”22px” quote_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_4_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_line_height=”1.2em” header_6_line_height=”1.2em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve dropped your TV into the perfect spot and plugged it in, you\u2019ll want to grab the remote and turn it on.<\/p>\n At this point, your TV may display some quick set-up steps to follow on-screen.<\/p>\n These can differ from model to model, so follow the steps that you see!<\/p>\n After following the on-screen steps, you should be taken straight to the smart TV\u2019s home page.<\/p>\n This is where all of the most important smart TV functions will be kept.<\/p>\n Before we can start playing around with some of those features, however, let\u2019s first get connected to the web!<\/p>\n The best thing about smart TVs is that they can connect to the internet for easy access to all kinds of content<\/a>.<\/p>\n As such, the next step is to get your TV connected!<\/p>\n Luckily, connecting a smart TV to the internet is often incredibly easy.<\/p>\n Most smart TV models come with dedicated set-up guides with on-screen instructions to take you through the process.<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve found the internet settings menu, just follow any on-screen instructions to get started!<\/p>\n Most smart TVs can connect to your local WiFi, for an effortless wireless connection experience.<\/p>\n If you want an incredibly stable connection, then it might also be worth connecting your TV via an ethernet cable<\/a>!<\/p>\n Planning to use your TV to play the latest gaming hits? Maybe you want to tune into the best live TV content?<\/p>\n Then you\u2019ll want to make sure all of your TV\u2019s accessories are fully hooked up!<\/p>\n At this point, plug in all of your favourite accessories like consoles and set-top boxes.<\/p>\n Make sure you have a good place to keep all of these extra accessories and plug-ins.<\/p>\n A great solution is to place your smart TV on a dedicated TV stand, or in a TV cabinet.<\/p>\n This way you can keep all of your TV\u2019s accessories nearby!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.reliant.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-To-Set-Up-2.png” alt=”How To Set Up A Smart TV” title_text=”How To Set Up A Smart TV” align=”center” admin_label=”Image 2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#126366″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” ul_font_size=”20px” ul_line_height=”1.7em” quote_font=”|300|||||||” quote_font_size=”22px” quote_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_4_line_height=”1.2em” header_5_line_height=”1.2em” header_6_line_height=”1.2em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Now, it\u2019s time to start playing around with some of your smart TV\u2019s more advanced features!<\/p>\n There may already be a few apps installed on your TV, such as some of the top streaming services.<\/p>\n Play around with them, and log in to any associated accounts. If you wanted, you could hop right into a binge-watching session!<\/p>\n Be sure to also check out your smart TV\u2019s dedicated app store.<\/p>\n From there, you should be able to choose from a number of different apps and services that you can install right on the device.<\/p>\n This way, you can create the ultimate streaming TV filled with all of your favourite services!<\/p>\n Many smart TVs can also connect to your favourite voice<\/a> assistant platforms.<\/p>\nHow Do You Set Up A Smart TV?<\/h2>\n
Step 1 – Find The Right Spot<\/h3>\n
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Step 2 – Initial Set Up<\/h3>\n
Step 3 – Connect To The Internet<\/h3>\n
Step 4 – Connect Other Devices<\/h3>\n
Step 5 – Set Up Smart Features<\/h3>\n