How can I stream video on Apple TV the fastest with slow internet?

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How can I stream video on Apple TV the fastest with slow internet?

I have barely 1mbps internet connection and am using Apple TV. I know the streaming won't be that fast, but would like to have my video settings just right to stream the fastest I can. Anyone have any recommendations on video pixel settings or anything else that might help? I would get faster internet, but the building I just moved into only allows you to use one internet provider and the speed is horribly slow. Thanks!!

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Posted on Jan 29, 2014 6:13 PM

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vazandrew

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Jan 29, 2014 7:52 PM in response to caitlinlaura

Unfortunately with that speed you are not going to have a good experience with HD streaming. I would make sure everything is set to stream SD. Go into the settings - iTunes Store and you can switch there for any purchases/rentals made through them.

If you use Netflix (or other streaming sites) go into your account(s) and see if you can switch to a lower quality stream. I know Netflix has that in place.

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Jan 29, 2014 9:03 PM in response to vazandrew

Thanks for the tips! I actually went into my video settings on the Apple TV and changed the TV resolution to 800 x 600 60Hz and the videos stream now without any interruption. Of course the picture quality is crap, but at least it doesn't take me two and a half hours to watch an episode of Downton Abbey. Haha

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