Foxtel iQ3 User manual

Welcome to iQ3
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Safety first
Your Foxtel iQ3 meets Australian and international electrical
and safety standards. So, to keep it that way:
• Make sure all electrical connections are kept safe
• Don’t try to take it apart! Our technicians are trained to fix
any problems with your iQ3, so leave it to them
• Always turn the iQ3 off at the wall first before removing
any cables from the rear panel

Prepare for
entertainment
overload
The first thing you’ll want to do is connect your iQ3 to the internet,
this will unlock all its epic features.
Once you’re all wired up, depending on your pack, the world’s
biggest TV shows, dramas, movies, sports and more are ready
for you to enjoy. You can also stream, record, pause and rewind –
all at your fingertips.
There’s also some helpful Foxtel apps that are free for you to
download, and will make your Foxtel experience even better.
Check out Foxtel GO^ to access the best of TV and On Demand
wherever you are. Plus, the MyFoxtel app is here to help manage
your account and join Foxtel First, with great rewards waiting
for you to enjoy.
Let’s get started.
^Just connect your compatible device to the internet. Data charges may apply. Shows only available if they’re in
your pack, some shows/channels not available. Australia only.
Contents
Your Foxtel Remote 4
Connect your iQ3 to the internet 5
How to navigate your iQ3 6
Home screen 8
Apps on your iQ3 9
Smart viewing / Recording 10
Store 11
Foxtel apps – Foxtel GO and MyFoxtel 12
Foxtel First – your loyalty program 13
Your Foxtel ID 14
Foxtel tips and tricks 15

Return to live viewing
Mute
Volume buttons
Navigate menus
and select
Go back to
previous screen
Rewind
Colour buttons – watch
out for these buttons
on your screen
Stream TV shows
Stream Movies
Power on/standby
Search for an
actor or show
Extra show
information
Channel buttons
Record
Home
Fast forward
Play/pause
Netflix
Sport – to watch live
or download and
watch later
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Connect your iQ3 to the internet
Unlock hours of On Demand entertainment included in
your pack to enjoy anytime. Connecting to the internet
will allow you to experience all of iQ3’s smart features
There are two ways to connect – depending on your internet strength:
1. Via WiFi
• Press on your remote
• Scroll across to
• Select ‘Internet Connection’ and then ‘WiFi’
• Find your WiFi network in the list
• Press once you’ve highlighted it
• Enter your WiFi password (if you have one) and press ‘Done’
2. Via an Ethernet cable
This is better if your WiFi isn’t strong where your iQ3 is positioned. Just connect one
end of an Ethernet cable into your iQ3 Ethernet port (located on the back panel),
and the other into an Ethernet port in your modem. Then you’re all done.
For further troubleshooting, head to foxtel.com.au/iq3connect
Your Foxtel Remote
To pair your remote via Bluetooth visit foxtel.com.au/remotepairing

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How to navigate your iQ3
Finding the best TV shows, movies and sport
has never been easier
Settings
Where you can manage internet connection, parental controls and more
Search
Find favourites by title, channel or even actor name
Home
Your main hub for finding what to watch
TV Guide
What’s showing on every channel right now and for the next 14 days
Library
Where all things you’ve downloaded, rented or recorded are stored
Movies
Home to your very own cinema experience with classics right through to recent releases
TV Shows
Where you can stream all your favourite TV shows and series*
Sport
Over 50 sports across 13 dedicated sport channels, watch live or stream later*
Kids
Keep the little ones entertained with shows, movies and more to stream and download*
Store
Where you can order pay-per-view events and rent over 4,000 movies^
*Requires internet connected iQ3. Shows only available if they’re in your pack, some shows/channels not available.
Data charges may apply.
^Requires internet connected iQ3. Additional charges apply.

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Looking for something to watch? ‘Home’ is your go-to destination to explore
the best of what’s in your pack, discover what’s new or resume watching a program.
We’re consistently updating your ‘Home’ screen with the latest shows, movies,
curated content and top picks for you.
The iQ3 delivers the ultimate entertainment experience bringing all your favourites
to the one place. Not only can you access all your favourite Foxtel shows, movies and
sport from your subscription, you can also access apps like Netflix1
, SBS On Demand2
& ABC iView2
. No more flicking between devices. Once connected to the internet,
scroll down on the ‘Home’ screen to find the app section.
For support, head to foxtel.com.au/onboxapps
Home screen
Where you’ll find the best of your subscription
– all in the one place
Apps on your iQ3
A whole new world of entertainment
1Requires Netflix subscription & internet connected iQ3.
2Requires a valid account and internet connected iQ3.

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Whether it’s recording a late-night game to watch in the morning, or to record
every episode of your favourite series, there’s loads of storage space on your iQ3.
Record up to three Foxtel shows at a time whilst also watching live TV.
Team Link
You can automatically record every game of your favourite team with ‘Team Link’.
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To set it up, go to the ‘Sport’ menu, then to ‘My Sport’. Scroll down and select
‘Manage Team Links’.
Remote Record
If you’re not near your remote but need to record something on your iQ3, you can
record from anywhere using the MyFoxtel app or the Foxtel TV Guide online.
Missed the beginning of a show? No problem! If you press ‘Select’ on your remote
and there is a ‘Start Over’ icon at the bottom of the screen,* press to start
the program from the beginning.
Or maybe you need a break mid binge? Pressing lets you freeze frame
the action for up to 60 minutes.
This cool function applies to both live TV and recorded shows – and you can also
fast forward your recorded favourites too.
*Requires internet connected iQ3. Shows only available if they’re in your pack, some shows/channels not available.
Data charges may apply.
1Based on 345 x 1-hour SD recordings.
2Available for selected sporting codes only.
Recording
With room for up to 345 shows1 ,
you’ll need loads of popcorn
Smart viewing
Start over, pause and rewind live TV
To order, press on your remote, scroll across to ‘Store’, select the title,
and follow the on-screen prompts.
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Movies
With over 4,000 movies to rent there is an enormous library of movies
to choose from.
Main Event
Get front row seats for premium boxing, MMA and wrestling action, plus music
and other major family events.
Main Event titles can be ordered via the MyFoxtel app, using your remote or by
calling 131 999 and following the voice prompts.
Store
In addition to your subscription, order Main Event
or rent blockbusters
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Additional charges apply for Foxtel Store and Main Event titles. Requires internet-connected Foxtel iQ3.
Data charges may apply.

All our apps are available on:
If you need support using our apps, head to foxtel.com.au/support
These epic apps are included in your subscription at no extra cost. Simply use
your Foxtel ID to login – if this hasn’t been set up yet, follow the steps on Page 14.
Wherever you go, take Foxtel GO^
With Foxtel GO, you can watch what you want on your favourite devices.
Foxtel GO is available on smartphones, tablets and Safari or Chrome browsers.
There’s even a dedicated Kids homepage, with all the content kids love and
parental controls for added peace of mind. Plus, you can stream Foxtel GO on two
devices at the same time. No more arguments over the remote – game changer.
For more information and to download, head to foxtel.com.au/foxtel-go
Stay in total control with the MyFoxtel app
With the MyFoxtel app you can check and manage your Foxtel account,
update your details, order Main Event and you can even record live shows
straight to your iQ3 – wherever you are. Just look for the icon in your app.
For more information and to download, head to foxtel.com.au/myfoxtel
Foxtel First
Foxtel First is free to join, and there’s always something new waiting for you.
Get closer to the action with money can’t buy experiences, cinema screenings
and access to major events across the country. And that’s just the start.
The longer you’re with us the better it gets!
To start enjoying all that Foxtel First has to offer, simply download the MyFoxtel
app or jump online to your MyAccount, and enrol.
For more information head to foxtel.com.au/foxtel-first
Foxtel GO
Foxtel apps
Apps that are included in your subscription
^Just connect your compatible device to the internet. Data charges may apply. Shows only available if they’re in your pack,
some shows/channels not available. Australia only.
Foxtel First
Your loyalty program with rewards waiting for you!
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Foxtel tips and tricks
There are loads of viewing options depending on your preferences, just go to
and follow the prompts to:
• Put viewing restrictions on your TV with Parental Control6(your default PIN is 1234)
• Customise your experience with TV Guide settings
• Set up your favourite channels – select up to 20 channels as a personal TV Guide
For detailed instructions on how to do this and more, visit foxtel.com.au/support
What’s On
Need more inspiration or want to know what’s coming up? Visit foxtel.com.au/whats-on
for the top picks across sport, movies, drama and all our entertainment channels.
Foxtel Insider
Love a particular show? Enjoy an exclusive deep-dive behind the scenes on your
favourite shows. Visit foxtel.com.au/insider
Foxtel Magazine
With exclusive interviews, live sport calendars, sneak peeks and listings for the entire
month, it can be delivered to your door, every month for only $3.95/mth.
To subscribe, call 131 999 or visit foxtel.com.au/myaccount
Stay tuned
Like us on Facebook and follow the Foxtel Twitter and Instagram to hear about
the latest shows, news, discussions, competitions, or for a bit of fun.
facebook.com/foxtel
twitter.com/foxtel
instagram.com/foxtel
6 Doesn’t apply to Netflix titles.
Creating a Foxtel ID allows you to login to your Foxtel GO, MyAccount and MyFoxtel App.
Before you start, you’ll need to have both:
• The account holder’s date of birth, and;
• The account number (you can find this on your bill or in some emails from Foxtel)
How to create a Foxtel ID
1. Go to foxtel.com.au/register
2.Enter the required information and click ‘Verify My Account’, then ‘Submit’
3. Once the registration page is submitted, you will be sent a verification email.
Click the link within the email to verify your Foxtel ID
Note: You will have 48 hours to verify your Foxtel ID. If you leave it for over 48 hours,
you will need to restart the registration process.
Having trouble creating a Foxtel ID? Visit our support site foxtel.com.au/foxtel-id-support
Your Foxtel ID
Your Foxtel ID gets you into all the good stuff