How to Activate and Watch NBC on Roku
NBC is available as a standalone app on Roku and is one of the very few streaming services that supports live TV for free. With the Roku official support, you can stream NBC shows, TV series, local news, classic hits, and so much more on the big screen.
NBC is one of the very few streaming services that supports live TV for free. It is also available on Roku as a standalone app which enables you to stream NBC shows, TV series, local news, classic hits, and so much more on the big screen. Its popular hit shows include: This is Us, Saturday Night Live, Law & Order etc.
You install NBC through the Streaming Channels option on the Roku home screen where you enter the NBC name to search for it and then install it. You activate NBC by logging into their website through your phone’s or laptop’s browser and entering the activation code found displayed on Roku’s home screen.
This article highlights the steps to follow in order to install and activate NBC on Roku. But first, let us get into more details about the features found on NBC.
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What is Roku?
Roku is a regular streaming device that enables you to watch or play your favorite online shows and content directly on a big TV screen. It enables you stream in HD quality which makes your streaming experience much better.
It has a built-in app store that contains all the apps it supports.
Features of NBC
- It enables you to watch TV shows through the NBC Live Stream. The user also gets TV service provider support.
- You have free access to hundreds of throwback TV shows.
- You can stream brand new series the day after they air. You don’t have to log in with a TV provider.
- It allows you to unlock episodes and save new and classic shows.
How to Install NBC on Roku
Follow these steps to add NBC on Roku:
- Connect Roku device to HDMI port on TV and power on the Roku player by pressing the home button of the remote.
- Highlight and click on Streaming Channels from the left panel.
Select Streaming Channels
- On the next screen that pops up, select the Search or Search Channels
Select Search Channels
- Enter the channel name as NBC with the on-screen keys.
- Select the same from the suggestions column in order to proceed further.
- On the channel info page, select the blue Add Channel
Select Add Channel button
- Wait for the installation to end then click OK on the pop-up. You can now open NBC on Roku to access its features.
How to Activate NBC on Roku
Activating NBC on your device is important if you are using Roku for the first time.
- Go to Roku’s home screen and scroll all the way down to launch the NBC channel.
- Note the activation code that will be displayed on your Roku streaming player.
- Go to https://www.nbc.com/nbcuniversalfamily/activate using the computer or phone browser.
- Log in to your account using the NBC sign-in credentials.
- Enter the activate code you got earlier to activate Roku NBC channel.
Enter NBC activation code
- Once the Roku screen has been refreshed, the NBC app will display the media contents. You can now start streaming all your favorite NBC shows.
A summary on how to Install and Activate NBC on Roku
HOW TO INSTALL NBC ON ROKU |
HOW TO ACTIVATE NBC ON ROKU |
1. Power on Roku and press home button on remote. |
1. Go to Roku’s home screen and scroll down to select NBC channel. |
2. Click on Streaming Channels. |
2. Note down the activation code.
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3. Click on the Search Channels option.
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3. Launch https://amc.com/activate on your phone’s or laptop’s browser.
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4. Enter the channel name as NBC. |
4. Log in to your NBC account using sign in credentials.
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5. Select the same from the suggestions column to proceed.
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5. Enter the activation code.
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6. Click on the blue Add Channel button. |
6. NBC will display media contents once Roku screen has refreshed. |
7. Click OK after installation ends. |
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Conclusion
By following the procedure and steps highlighted in this article you will be able to install and activate NBC on your Roku TV with so much ease.
You can now experience watching all your favorite NBC shows at the comfort of your big screen.
FAQs
Can you stream CNBC on Roku?
Yes. CNBC is officially supported by the Roku Channel Store.
How can I resolve a live streaming issue?
To resolve this issue you have to re-link your TV provider to NBC. Follow these steps:
- Go to settings
- Unlink your provider
- Close and restart NBC app
- Go back to settings
- Re-link your TV provider
Can I stream the NBC Sports Gold channel on Roku?
Yes. It is available as a standalone channel on the Roku channel store. Follow the same installation and activation procedure discussed in this article in order to watch the Sports Gold Channel.
NOTE: Type in the channel name in the Search Channels option as NBC Sports Gold and not just NBC alone.
How can I watch MSNBC on Roku?
You can watch MSNBC on Roku if you have installed the NBC channel but you can’t stream it with the NBC app.