SiriusXM isn't limited to your car.
If you have a SiriusXM subscription that includes streaming access, you can listen to SiriusXM at home through supported smart TVs and streaming devices.
That means your television can become a home audio system for music, talk, sports, comedy, podcasts, and other SiriusXM programming.
Here's how to set it up.
What You Need Before Setting Up SiriusXM on Your TV
Before starting, make sure you have:
- A compatible smart TV or streaming device
- An internet connection
- Access to the device's app store
- Your SiriusXM account login
- A SiriusXM subscription that supports streaming
SiriusXM currently supports streaming through various compatible televisions and media players, including Samsung televisions, Roku, Amazon Fire TV/Fire Stick, Android TV, and supported Comcast devices.
Availability can vary by device model and operating-system version.
How to Install SiriusXM on a Smart TV
The general process is simple:
- Connect your TV to the internet.
- Open its app store.
- Search for SiriusXM.
- Download and install the app.
- Open SiriusXM.
- Sign in or activate the television.
- Choose something to listen to.
Let's look at the major platforms individually.
How to Set Up SiriusXM on Samsung Smart TV
If your Samsung television supports SiriusXM:
- Turn on the TV.
- Make sure it is connected to the internet.
- Open Apps.
- Search for "SiriusXM."
- Select the SiriusXM app.
- Install it.
- Open the app.
- Follow the sign-in instructions.
SiriusXM specifically directs Samsung users to search for SiriusXM through Apps or locate it within the Lifestyle section.
After signing in, select a channel or program and start listening.
How to Set Up SiriusXM on Roku
SiriusXM can also be installed on compatible Roku players and Roku TVs.
Step 1: Update Roku
Make sure your Roku software is up to date.
Step 2: Find SiriusXM
Open the Roku Channel Store and search for SiriusXM.
Step 3: Install the App
Select SiriusXM and add it to your Roku.
Step 4: Open SiriusXM
Launch the app.
Step 5: Sign In
Follow the on-screen login or activation process.
SiriusXM's current guidance specifies Roku OS version 11.0 for its supported Roku setup instructions.
How to Set Up SiriusXM on Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick
For Fire TV devices:
- Turn on your Fire TV or Fire Stick.
- Connect it to the internet.
- Open the Amazon Appstore.
- Search for "SiriusXM."
- Download the app.
- Open SiriusXM.
- Sign in to your account.
Once signed in, you can browse available channels and programs from your television.
SiriusXM officially directs Fire TV and Fire Stick users to download its application through the Amazon Fire Appstore.
How to Set Up SiriusXM on Android TV
If you have a compatible Android TV:
- Connect the TV to the internet.
- Open Google Play.
- Search for SiriusXM.
- Install the application.
- Launch SiriusXM.
- Sign in.
- Choose your content.
SiriusXM's current TV support documentation calls for Android TV running Android OS 7 or later in its setup guidance.
Keep both your TV operating system and SiriusXM app updated for the best experience.
How to Get SiriusXM on Comcast
Supported Comcast customers can also access SiriusXM.
According to SiriusXM, compatible Comcast equipment includes:
- X1
- Flex
- XClass
Open the Apps section on your compatible Comcast device, locate SiriusXM, and follow the on-screen login instructions.
How to Activate SiriusXM on Your TV
When you open SiriusXM on a television or streaming device, you may have two options.
Option 1: Sign In Directly
Enter your SiriusXM username and password using your television remote.
Option 2: Use an Activation Code
Some devices show an activation code on your television.
SiriusXM instructs existing customers to either sign in normally or use the displayed TV activation code through its TV activation process.
This second method can be easier than typing a long username and password with your remote.
How to Stream SiriusXM From an iPhone to Your TV Using AirPlay
If your television or Apple TV supports AirPlay, you can also send SiriusXM audio from your iPhone or iPad.
Method 1: From the SiriusXM App
- Connect your iPhone or iPad and your television/Apple TV to the same network.
- Open SiriusXM.
- Start playing something.
- Tap the Connect to Device icon.
- Select AirPlay.
- Select your television or Apple TV.
SiriusXM officially supports AirPlay from compatible Apple devices.
Method 2: From Control Center
You can also open Control Center on your Apple device, select the AirPlay control, and choose your compatible television or speaker.
Why Listen to SiriusXM on a TV?
A TV is useful for SiriusXM because you can use a larger home audio system instead of your phone's speaker.
It's especially useful for:
- Music around the house
- Parties
- Sports coverage
- Talk radio
- News
- Comedy
- Podcasts
- Background audio while working
- Family gatherings
If your television is connected to a soundbar, AV receiver, or home theater system, SiriusXM can play through those speakers as well.
SiriusXM Not Working on Your TV? Try These Fixes
SiriusXM App Isn't Showing Up
Possible reasons include:
- Your television isn't supported.
- Its operating system is outdated.
- The app isn't available for that particular model.
- The device's app store needs to update.
Update your TV or streaming device first and search again.
The SiriusXM App Won't Open
Try:
- Closing the app.
- Restarting the TV.
- Checking your internet connection.
- Updating SiriusXM.
- Updating your television software.
- Reinstalling the application.
SiriusXM Keeps Buffering
Streaming quality depends on your internet connection.
Try:
- Restarting your router.
- Moving closer to your Wi-Fi router.
- Connecting the television by Ethernet if available.
- Pausing other large downloads or streams.
My SiriusXM Username or Password Doesn't Work
Verify that you're entering the credentials associated with your SiriusXM streaming account.
If necessary, reset your account credentials before attempting the TV setup again.
Can You Get SiriusXM on a TV Without Installing an App?
Possibly.
If the SiriusXM app isn't available directly on your TV, you may still be able to use another supported device connected to it.
Examples include:
- Roku
- Amazon Fire TV
- Android TV device
- Apple TV with AirPlay
- Compatible Comcast hardware
You can also use AirPlay from an iPhone or iPad to supported Apple TV hardware or compatible televisions.
Frequently Asked Questions About SiriusXM on TV
Can I listen to SiriusXM on my Smart TV?
Yes, SiriusXM supports a range of compatible smart TVs and connected streaming devices.
Is there a SiriusXM TV app?
Yes. SiriusXM provides apps for several supported television and streaming platforms.
Can I get SiriusXM on Roku?
Yes. SiriusXM can be downloaded from the Roku Channel Store on supported Roku devices.
Can I get SiriusXM on Amazon Fire Stick?
Yes. Search for SiriusXM in the Amazon Fire Appstore and install the application.
Can I use SiriusXM on Android TV?
Yes. SiriusXM supports compatible Android TV devices through the Google Play Store.
Can I AirPlay SiriusXM to my TV?
Yes. SiriusXM supports AirPlay from iPhone and iPad to compatible Apple TV devices, televisions, and speakers when they're connected to the same network.
Do I need internet to listen to SiriusXM on my TV?
Yes. SiriusXM on televisions is streamed over the internet, so your television or streaming device needs a network connection.
Final Thoughts
Setting up SiriusXM on your TV usually takes only a few minutes.
Search your television or streaming device's app store for SiriusXM, install the app, sign in, and begin listening.
If your TV doesn't support SiriusXM directly, a Roku, Fire TV, Android TV device, Comcast device, or AirPlay-compatible setup may provide another easy way to bring SiriusXM into your home.