Video Streaming
As your local communications provider, we strive to stay up to date with the latest technologies, offering superior services to both our residential and business customers. Now, a high-quality and less-expensive technology exists for watching TV by using your Internet connection.
So what is this better, less expensive technology. . . video streaming! Chances are you’ve probably already heard of video streaming and may already be using it for some of your video content. Streaming is watching TV over your Internet connection, and now with new applications, you can stream shows on your television set. MTC wants to focus our efforts on delivering the best Internet experience possible for you to enjoy this new streaming technology. When you combine our high-speed, UNLIMITED internet and managed Wi-Fi with HD-picture, the quality and clarity will surprise you!
- Streaming is the continuous transmission of audio or video files from a server to a client. In simpler terms, streaming is what happens when consumers watch TV on Internet-connected devices
- In order to stream you must have Internet Service & a Smart TV.
- If you don’t have a Smart TV, you can get a Roku device that plugs into your current TV and makes it “Smart” https://www.roku.com/
- Streaming requires a lot of Internet speed and data which means you need a FAST, CONSISTENT AND UNLIMITED service for the best experience
- Check out MTC's Fiber Internet Pacakges https://mtc4me.com/internet
- Hulu + Live TV http://www.hulu.com
- YouTube TV http://www.tv.youtube.com
- FUBO TV http://fubotv.com/mtc
Account Setup Guide
This guide will help you set up a Fubo TV account through a computer, tablet or phone.
Setting up a Fubo TV account
1) Open web browser
2) Navigate to http://fubotv.com/mtc
3) If your zip code isn’t automatically detected, enter it.
4) Enter your e-mail address and choose a strong password
5) Alternative, sign up using your Facebook or Google account credentials. Click “Go to next step.”
6) Choose whether you want the basic FuboTV service, or FuboTV Extra, which has more channels.
7) Click “Go to next step”
8) Choose whether you want any of the add-on-features such as extra DVR storage, or family sharing, or sports extras.
9) Click “Go to final step”
10) Enter your credit card information.
11) Click “Start watching FuboTV”
Fubo TV is compatible on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Web Browsers, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Android TV, and Samsung Smart TV.
Roku User Guide
This guide will help you download, install, and navigate FUBO TV on a Roku.
Setting up Fubo on a Roku
Prior to adding FuboTV, install your Roku to your TV and activate your Roku account online.
1) From the Roku home screen, scroll down to “Streaming Channels”
2) Scroll down to “Search Channels”
3) Type in “fubo”
4) Click “Add channel”
5) Once downloaded, select “Go to Channel” to open the fuboTV app and sign in with your fuboTV email address and password
Fubo App
Home: Gives you quick access to everything on fuboTV.
Sports: Sports is your gateway to all the great sports content on fuboTV. Scroll through all the sports currently on fuboTV.
Shows: Shows is home to all the great series available on fuboTV. Scroll through all series currently available and see featured suggestions for the day.
Movies: See Suggested Movies for the day, view live & up next movies.
Guide: Guide includes two screens to view content via our program Guide or by Network.
Recordings: Access and manage all of your recordings
Search: Search for your show, movie or event
Menu: View and edit information for your account including subscription information and preferences.
Support: Access contact information for the help center as well as FAQ & much more!
Account Setup Guide
This guide will help you set up a Hulu + Live TV account through a computer, tablet or phone.
Setting up a Hulu + Live TV account
1) Open web browser
2) Navigate to www.hulu.com/live-tv
3) Select “Star Your Free Trial”
4) Select your desired Hulu Package (for the TV replacement select Hulu + Live TV)
5) Fill in your information
6) Click “Continue”
7) Fill in your payment information
8) Check box for “I’d like to pause, rewind etc”
9) Click Submit
10) Click “Add-Ons” to see a list of options
11) If you don’t want to add additional channels or features, click “Skip”
12) Make any additional selections for add on channels or features
13) If you made selections, Click “Review Changes”
14) If you did did not make any selections, Click “Skip”
15) You’re all set, click “Start Watching”
16) Select preferences for specific shows & genres
17) Click “Next” continue to make selections on Sports teams, etc
18) Just relax while Hulu personalized your account
19) Click “No, Thanks” or “Yes, I Agree” if you will allow Hulu to share your information
20) Start Streaming & Enjoy!
Hulu + Live TV is compatible on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, iPhone/iPad, Web Browsers, Android Phone/Tablet, Xbox, Nintendo, Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, VIZIO Smart TV, and Android TV.
Roku User Guide
This guide will help you download, install, and navigate hulu + Live TV on a Roku.
Setting up hulu on a Roku
Prior to adding hulu, install your Roku to your TV and activate your Roku account online.
1) From the Roku home screen, scroll down to “Streaming Channels”
2) Scroll down to “Search Channels”
3) Type in “hulu”
4) Click “Add channel”
5) Once downloaded, select “Go to Channel” to open the hulu app and sign in with your hulu email address and password
Hulu App
Home: Includes relevant collections for you and the keep watching section (where you can quickly resume in-progress shows and movies, right from where you last left off).
Browse: Explore all of the content available on Hulu from the Browse menu. You can browse by network or specific genres, or broaden your search with categories like TV Shows, Movies, Hulu Originals, or Kids.
Live TV: Select this option to jump right into the live stream of the last channel you were watching.
My Stuff: This will take you right to everything you’ve chosen to keep track of on Hulu. This is also where you can check for any expiring items, as well as manage your Cloud DVR recordings.
Search: You can search for shows, networks, sports, movies and more. Start typing and Search will instantly begin to populate results — saving you time and energy.
Account: view and manage:
- Subscription details
- Billing history
- Payment information
- Personal preferences
Google Account Setup Guide
This guide will help you set up a Google account through a computer, tablet or phone.
Setting up a Google account
1) Open web browser
2) Navigate to www.google.com
3) Click “Sign in” at the top right
4) Scroll down to “Create Account” and select “for myself”
5) Enter first name, last name, desired email/Google account, create a password (8 or more character with a mix of letters, numbers and
symbols)
6) Click “Next”
7) If desired, enter a phone number and a backup email address for account recovery purposes. Enter date of birth and gender
8) Click “Next”
9) Press the blue down arrow on “Privacy & Terms” and the blue “I agree” box appears
10) Click “I agree”
11) Write down email and password and keep in safe place for future reference (MTC will NOT keep your personal information such as email address & password on file)
Account Setup Guide
This guide will help you set up a YouTube TV account through a computer, tablet or phone.
Setting up YouTube TV account
You must have a Google account to use YouTube TV. If you don’t have an account, view our “How to set up a Google Account” instructions.
1) Open web browser
2) Navigate to www.youtubetv.com
3) Select “Try It Free”
4) Select your Google account ro select another Google account
5) Submit your zip code
6) Select “local channel” area
7) Select “Start Free Trial”
8) Scroll to see what’s all included
9) Click “Next”
10) Pick your “Extras”
11) Click “Next”
12) Complete purchase by adding payment information
*This screen tells the estimated monthly cost with tax and what day your credit card will be charged
13) Click “Buy”
14) Select your favorite shows that you would like to auto record
15) Click “Finish”
YouTube TV is compatible on Roku, Fire TV, AppleTV, Xbox, Samsung, LG, Android, and Chromecast.
Some shows require access to device location. To grant location access:
· On the “Library” tab at the top, click “Next” to verify
· Click “Next” again and then “Allow Location Access”
Account Setup Guide
This guide will help you set up a YouTube TV account through a computer, tablet or phone.
Setting up YouTube TV account
You must have a Google account to use YouTube TV. If you don’t have an account, view our “How to set up a Google Account” instructions.
1) Open web browser
2) Navigate to www.youtubetv.com
3) Select “Try It Free”
4) Select your Google account ro select another Google account
5) Submit your zip code
6) Select “local channel” area
7) Select “Start Free Trial”
8) Scroll to see what’s all included
9) Click “Next”
10) Pick your “Extras”
11) Click “Next”
12) Complete purchase by adding payment information
*This screen tells the estimated monthly cost with tax and what day your credit card will be charged
13) Click “Buy”
14) Select your favorite shows that you would like to auto record
15) Click “Finish”
YouTube TV is compatible on Roku, Fire TV, AppleTV, Xbox, Samsung, LG, Android, and Chromecast.
Some shows require access to device location. To grant location access:
- On the “Library” tab at the top, click “Next” to verify
- Click “Next” again and then “Allow Location Access”
MTC does not own or sell the streaming services listed above. All information was gathered from online sources and is meant to be an educational tool. MTC does not gurantee the above information is 100% correct and encourages you to verify the information before making a purchase.
