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Can you connect Optus Fetch TV via WiFi?

Can you connect Optus Fetch TV via WiFi?

There are 3 different ways you can connect your Fetch box to the internet – that’s via Ethernet Cable direct to your modem, using a pair of Power Line Adaptors or WiFi.

Do you need Optus internet for Fetch TV?

What type of internet connection will I need? To use your Fetch TV service, you’ll need an Optus Fixed internet service: Cable. DSL direct.

How do I connect my Optus fetch box to WiFi?

To connect, follow these steps:

  1. Plug one end of an Internet Ethernet cable into a free port on your broadband modem.
  2. Plug the other end into the Internet Ethernet wall socket nearest to your broadband modem.
  3. Plug one end of a second Internet Ethernet cable into the port labelled INTERNET on the back of your Fetch box.

Do you need WiFi for Fetch TV?

You can use your Fetch box for a few days without an internet connection, to watch Free-to-Air TV or recordings, but after that you’ll see a Box Locked or connection error message and will need to reconnect your box to the internet before you can use your Fetch box again.

Is fetch owned by Optus?

Fetch set top box: Optus owns the Fetch set top box, and you must return it following cancellation, replacement or upgrade of the service. Fetch Multiroom: services available to new or existing Fixed broadband or Postpaid Mobile customers on selected plans in selected homes only.

Can I use an Optus fetch box without Optus?

Re: Do I need an Optus Broadband or Mobile phone account to use Fetch. That’s correct, you don’t need to be an Optus customer to access the Fetch TV, ultimate package. However, you do need to sign up for Optus Sports to view all the premium content.

Can I use my Optus fetch box without Optus?

What can you do with Fetch on Optus?

Plus use it as a remote to control your box and set recordings to your Mighty box from anywhere. You can also get it with data free streaming available from Optus. Get all the content you really want. Fetch lets you add channel packs, buy or rent movies, buy the latest TV shows and access your favourite streaming apps.

How does the fetch box connect to the TV?

Free-to-air digital TV channels are received using your normal TV antenna connected to the Fetch box, and then to the TV. Next you use the ethernet cable provided to connect your Fetch box to your modem. If they are not in the same room you can connect using Wi-Fi.

Do you need wifi to set up a Fetch TV?

Fetch is delivered by broadband, so as part of setting up you need to connect your Fetch Box to your modem. You can use Wi-Fi to connect if you have reliable Wi-Fi in the room with your TV and Fetch Box. You’ll need a Fetch Mini or Mighty (3rd Generation Fetch boxes or later) to set up Wi-Fi.

Where do I find the WiFi settings on my fetch mini?

If you are using a Gen 3 or Fetch mini set top box you can find the Wi-Fi set up option via Manage > Settings > Network > Wi-Fi. Click the corresponding home Wi-Fi network and you should be good to go! 15-11-2017 04:37 AM