Setting up free-to-air apps and channels

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• Set up FTA apps
• Scan for live channels
• Set a postcode

You can access live and on-demand free-to-air content on a Hubbl device with or without an aerial by signing in to free-to-air apps such as 7plus, 9Now, 10 Play, ABC iview and SBS On Demand. The channels will be available via the TV Guide.

If you have an existing free-to-air connection, you can also plug in the TV aerial to receive live TV channels.

How do I set up free-to-air apps?

You’ll be prompted to set up free-to-air apps during the guided set-up. Sign in using your existing login details for the free-to-air apps, or create a new account.

Otherwise, you can choose to skip this option and sign in or create an account via the Apps & Inputs  carousel on the home screen.

How do I scan for live channels?

During the guided set-up, a scan will be completed to identify the free-to-air channels available to you.

If you didn’t set this up through the guided set-up, you may need to rescan your free-to-air channels:

1. Navigate to Settings from the home screen .
2. Select Local Channels.
3. With the Aerial Scan option selected, select Begin scan.
4. The device will attempt to scan channels.
5. When successful, you’ll have to option to Set Channel Source or Scan Again .

How do I set my postcode to receive live channels?

Setting a postcode ensures you receive the correct channels for your location.

To do this:

1. Navigate to Settings from the Hubbl home screen .
2. Select Local Channels.
3. With the Postcode option selected, select Update postcode .
4. Press the Select button.
5. Enter your postcode using the numbers on the remote.
6. You’ll be asked to reboot the Hubbl device so the channels for that postcode can be refreshed.

What’s the difference between free-to-air channels and free-to-air apps?

Free-to-air channels are Australia's local live TV channels that are generally available to the public without an account. Depending on your location, the channels you receive through Hubbl may vary.

Free-to-air apps, such as 7plus, 9Now, 10Play, ABC iview and SBS On Demand, require an account but allow you to stream Australian free-to-air content live and on-demand. Once you’re signed in to the free-to-air apps, you’ll be able to access live channels via the TV Guide.