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Learn how to use Contour Stream Player
Learn how to use Contour Stream Player
Meet your new entertainment center
Meet your new entertainment center
Get to know your Contour Stream Player and learn ways to watch all your apps, all in one place, all your way.
No cable? No problem.
No cable? No problem.
Stream all your apps on one device, and binge-watch your heart out—no cable service needed.
Never miss a detail
Never miss a detail
Stream shows the way they’re meant to be seen: in stunning, ultra-realistic 4K resolution.*
Watch what you love
Watch what you love
Catch your favorites from On Demand, apps and more, and subscribe to networks matching your unique interests.
Search in seconds
Search in seconds
Contour Stream Player includes the Contour Voice Remote. Just say a show or movie to see it onscreen in no time.
Navigating Contour Stream Player
Simpler, smarter streaming
Simpler, smarter streaming
You’ve got the tools you need to find just the show you want.
Live Guide
Live Guide
Never miss an episode with the Live Guide. See what’s playing now across all your live streaming apps, and start/stop whatever, whenever.
Browse
Browse
Looking for something to watch? Don’t hop app to app. Scroll to the Browse screen to find all your content organized into categories like shows, comedies, music and more.
For You
For You
No need to search for shows you’ll like. The For You page pulls content you’ll love from your watch list, the highly-rated editor’s list and even popular titles other people are watching.
Hulu Now Available
Hulu Now Available
Stream movies, discover new shows, and more.
With Hulu you can watch thousands of TV shows and movies, exclusive Originals, past seasons, current episodes, and more.
Here’s what you have access to on all Hulu plans:
- A curated TV experience—get personalized recommendations every time you watch
- Personalized profiles—create up to 6 profiles so everyone can keep track of their shows, movies, networks, and more
- My Stuff—track your favorites by adding shows, networks, and movies for quick access across your devices
*Hulu subscription required. Terms apply.
Available streaming apps
More apps, more awesome
More apps, more awesome
Contour Stream Player comes pre-loaded with the top streaming apps, and new apps are automatically added over time, so finding the hottest entertainment is easier than ever.
Video networks On Demand
TV for you, by you
TV for you, by you
Subscribe to add-on networks that span any interest, including yours.
Purchase networks with a phrase
Purchase networks with a phrase
Order just by asking
Want even more add-on networks? Just use your Contour Voice Remote to purchase some more that are only available on your TV. Say, "apps" into your Voice Remote to see options like:
- Music Choice Karaoke
- Stingray Qello
- Playkids
- The Reading Corner
- Music Choice Relax
- The Great Courses Signature Collection
- ConTV
- KweliTV
- Docurama
- Hopster
Contour Voice Remote
Contour Voice Remote
Say it to search it
Search across your apps with a simple phrase using the Contour Voice Remote. Just press the mic button and say a title, genre, app or actor to instantly find what you’re looking for.
Contour Stream Player settings
Contour Stream Player settings
Personalize your player
Customize your Contour Stream Player to run the way you want with some simple settings and features.
Set up Parental Controls
With Parental Controls, you can limit what can be watched on your TV. Just create a locks PIN to lock/unlock channels.
Create a locks PIN
- Press the Contour button on your remote
- Scroll to settings and press Ok
- Scroll to Parental Controls and press Ok
- Scroll to Parental Control PIN and press Ok to select On
- Enter a four-digit locks PIN, then re-enter it to confirm
- Press the Exit button to return to watching TV
- Press the Guide button on your remote
- Scroll to the channel you’re locking or unlocking
- Press the left arrow button to highlight the logo and channel number, then press Ok
- Scroll to Unlock or Lock and press Ok
- Enter your four-digit locks PIN once to unlock the channel or twice to confirm a channel lock
Change settings
- On the home page, scroll to the settings icon in the top left corner of the screen and click Ok
- On the Settings page, use the up and down arrows to scroll through customizable settings. Choose a setting and click Ok to make changes.
Set up a purchase PIN
- Press the Contour button on your remote
- Scroll to the Settings gear icon, then press Ok
- Scroll to Purchase PIN, then press Ok
- From the Purchase PIN window, press Ok
a. If the Purchase PIN is turned On, enter the current Purchase PIN
b. If the Purchase PIN is Off, then continue to the next step - Use the number keys (0–9) to set a four-digit PIN
- Re-enter the four-digit PIN to confirm your choice
- Press Exit to return to live TV
Cox Contour App
Cox Contour App
Entertainment at your fingertips
It’s easy to watch your purchased shows, movies and network subscriptions with the Contour app. Just make sure you meet the device requirements
Better speed, better streaming
Better speed, better streaming
Beef up your binge-watching with fast speeds from Cox Internet.
Contour Stream Player requires Cox Internet Essential 100 or higher.
Contour Stream Player FAQs
Contour Stream Player FAQs
Have questions about the Contour Stream Player or the Contour app? Here are some answers:
How do I use voice control on the Contour Voice Remote?
How do I use voice control on the Contour Voice Remote?
Press and hold the Microphone button, then speak a command into the microphone located at the top of your Voice Remote. Be sure to speak one to eight inches away from the microphone. Release the button when you’ve finished the command. Learn more about the Contour Voice Remote.
When is the microphone on?
When is the microphone on?
The microphone is only on while you’re pressing and holding the Mic button on your Voice Remote. You’ll see a flashing light on your Voice Remote and a microphone symbol on the TV connected to your Contour Stream Player which will let you know that the microphone is on and listening for voice commands.
What are some voice commands I can use?
What are some voice commands I can use?
You can use voice control to access your subscription services, search for shows, get recommendations and more. Because the Voice Remote understands natural speech, you can search by keywords or phrases.
What happens to my voice commands after I speak into the Voice Remote?
What happens to my voice commands after I speak into the Voice Remote?
After you speak into the Voice Remote, the voice commands are sent to us and our contracted service provider for processing. We provide these commands to the voice control service to improve our products, services and voice recognition algorithms.
Why doesn’t my Voice Remote recognize my voice commands?
Why doesn’t my Voice Remote recognize my voice commands?
If your commands aren’t recognized, make sure you’re speaking clearly and at a natural, conversational volume. Hold the remote one to eight inches away while giving a command and hold down the Mic button until you finish speaking. If you’re still having trouble, check for other sources of noise near you that may be interfering with your voice commands.
Also, try checking your battery level by visiting the About section of the Contour Stream Settings menu. If your battery level is red or yellow, try changing your batteries.
Can I watch On Demand content with the Contour app?
Can I watch On Demand content with the Contour app?
Yes, just open the app and swipe left to right to open the main navigation menu, then select the On Demand menu to watch purchased content or your active network subscriptions. To view recently viewed/rented Cox On Demand programs, tap the icon in the top left-hand corner and select For You to see rented content.
Why can’t I get On Demand content?
Why can’t I get On Demand content?
On Demand services aren’t available in all areas. If you live in an area that doesn’t offer On Demand through your Contour Stream Player, you won’t have access through the Contour app. Also, keep in mind that not all content can be streamed outside your home.
Looking for more?
Looking for more?
View Contour app device requirements
View Contour app device requirements
Want to buy movies in the Contour app? Make sure you meet our device requirements.
Set up your Contour Stream Player
Set up your Contour Stream Player
Learn how to get your Player up and running, step by step.
Shop Contour Stream Player
Shop Contour Stream Player
See how Contour Stream Player brings you all your streaming entertainment, all in one place.
*Limited 4k programming available. 4k streaming requires compatible equipment and content.
Contour Stream Player cannot be combined with a current Cox TV or Contour subscription. Contour Stream Player requires Cox Internet Starter or higher. Cox Internet is an additional service cost outside of the box rental. Current Contour customers that have an active host Contour Box do not need a Panoramic Wifi Gateway. Current Contour customers must keep the host receiver to access the Contour Stream Player apps. Contour Stream Player only allows the ability to access streaming apps and On Demand content that can be purchased, rented, or subscribed to. Not all content is available for out of home streaming. Programming and content subject to change. Individual programs, devices, and marks are the property of their respective owners.
Separate charges and/ or subscriptions apply to streaming services. Streaming usage counts toward Cox data plans. For more details on data plans and data usage, see cox.com/dataspeedplans and cox.com/datausage. Netflix streaming subject to the Netflix Terms of Use at www.netflix.com/TermsOfUse. Amazon, Prime Video and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Prime membership or Prime Video subscription required. YouTube and the YouTube Icon are trademarks of Google LLC. Peacock © 2020 Peacock TV LLC. Peacock and related marks are trademarks of Peacock LLC. All Rights Reserved. Activation required to access Peacock. HBO Max™ is only accessible in the U.S. and certain U.S. territories where a high-speed broadband connection is available. Minimum 3G connection is required for viewing on mobile devices. HBO Max is used under license. Use of HBO Max is subject to its own terms and conditions, see hbomax.com/terms-of-use for details. Programming and content subject to change. A DAZN streaming membership is required to access DAZN. DAZN is subject to the DAZN Terms of Use at https://www.dazn.com/en-US/help/articles/terms-us. DAZN™ is only accessible in the U.S. and certain U.S. territories where a high-speed broadband connection is available. DAZN is used under license. See discoveryplus.com for details. Subscription required. Terms apply. Only available in the U.S. discovery+ is a trademark of Discovery or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
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