How to use MediaStreamer on your Apple TV (1st, 2nd, 3rd gen)

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This tutorial will show you how to set up MediaStreamer on your Apple TV (1st, 2nd, 3rd gen).

MediaStreamer is a DNS service designed to improve your streaming experience. Since Apple TV does not natively support VPN, you can use MediaStreamer as an alternative for streaming.

Note: MediaStreamer is not a VPN and does not offer the privacy and security benefits of a VPN. MediaStreamer does not have a graphical user interface. You cannot change locations on MediaStreamer.

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Note: The video below shows a 4th-generation Apple TV, so the interface appears different from that of older models.

1. Register your IP address on the ExpressVPN website

Go to the ExpressVPN DNS settings page. If prompted, enter your ExpressVPN credentials and click Sign In.

Enter the verification code sent to your email.

Under IP address registration, click Register my IP address. If it already reads “registered” next to your IP address, there is no need to select this option again.

Toggle Automatically register my IP address on. This is recommended as it automatically tracks changes to your IP address.

Once you have enabled Automatically register my IP address, be sure to keep your registered IP address updated by periodically signing in to your account on the ExpressVPN website. Alternatively, you can use the ExpressVPN app (on any device) while connected to the same network as your Apple TV. These actions grant the devices on your network continued access to MediaStreamer.

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2. Get your MediaStreamer server IP address

Go to the ExpressVPN setup page. If prompted, enter your ExpressVPN credentials and click Sign In.

Enter the verification code sent to your email.

On the right, you will find the MediaStreamer DNS server IP address.

Keep this browser window open. You will need this information for the setup later.

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3. Configure the Location settings on your Apple TV

On your Apple TV, open Settings.

Select iTunes Store.

Select Location.

Scroll down and select United States.

Go back to the main screen. The apps you want should now appear.

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4. Configure the DNS servers on your Apple TV

Go into Settings > General.

Select Network.

Select Wi-Fi or Ethernet, depending on your Apple TV internet setup. (Here we have chosen Ethernet. If you are using Wi-Fi, select Wi-Fi and enter your wireless network credentials.)

Select Configure DNS.

Select Manual.

Note: We strongly recommend you write down your current DNS address/setting before changing it for future reference and safekeeping. You may need it if you ever want to stop using our service.

Enter the numbers of the MediaStreamer DNS server IP address, which you found earlier.

You MUST restart your Apple TV for the DNS change to take place. Go into Settings > General > Restart.

Congratulations! You now have access to the MediaStreamer service.

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