If it's not apparent based on the information above, or you are wondering about a television set you have yet to purchase, you would need to check the specification of the device. If you need help signing in, refer to our FAQ How do I sign in to BBC iPlayer on my TV? How do I know what version of Red Button my television supports? To access services in iPlayer you’ll need to sign with your BBC account. The television will need to be connected to the internet.

For those devices, Connected Red Button is the only solution. Some television sets no longer have the technology (MHEG) that supports Red Button.

This is the default option for televisions connected to the internet.

Connected Red Button – offers a range of additional content linking to BBC iPlayer.

This is for those televisions not connected to the internet.

Red Button – contains both text-based services and additional television streams.

The BBC offers two different red button services that you access by pressing the red button on your remote control when on a BBC channel.

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