Apple TV 1st generation Setup Guide Manual

The Apple TV 1st generation, released in March 2007, was Apple's initial foray into the digital media receiver market. This device featured a sleek aluminum enclosure, characterized by its compact dimensions of 7.7 inches square and a height of 1.1 inches. Powered by a 1 GHz Intel Crofton (Pentium M) processor, it offered a modest 256 MB of DDR2 SDRAM. The device came with an internal 40 GB hard drive, later upgraded to an optional 160 GB variant, providing ample space for storing content locally. It supported a range of video formats, including H.264 and MPEG-4, with a maximum resolution output of 720p, delivered through an HDMI or component video output. Audio capabilities comprised support for 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound, accessible via the optical audio output.

Connectivity options included 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, and a USB 2.0 port, which was initially intended for service and diagnostics. The Apple TV 1st generation integrated seamlessly with iTunes, enabling users to stream content from their iTunes library, and provided access to a selection of online content through services like YouTube and Flickr. The user interface was intuitive, navigable via the Apple Remote, and mirrored the simplicity and design elegance Apple was renowned for. Although it lacked an App Store, limiting its expandability compared to later models, the first-generation Apple TV laid the groundwork for Apple's subsequent advancements in streaming technology and content delivery.