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How to watch The Roku Channel in a Tesla

The Roku Channel streams free, ad-supported movies and TV in the browser, no Roku device required. A free Roku account saves your spot.

Launch The Roku Channel Browser route

Good to know: Free with ads. A Roku account is optional.

Step by step

  1. Park the car

    Streaming only runs in Park. Shift into Park and keep the car awake, a charging stop is the ideal moment.

  2. Open BigScrn in the car browser

    Open the in-car web browser and go to bigscrn.com. Bookmark it so it is one tap away next time.

  3. Tap Go full screen

    On the launcher, tap Go full screen. BigScrn bounces the browser through YouTube, the one site Tesla opens full screen. Tap "Go to site" when it appears and you land back full screen, and the browser stays that way.

  4. Launch The Roku Channel and sign in

    Tap Launch on The Roku Channel and sign in with your account. The browser remembers it, so you only sign in once per car. It opens full screen.

  5. Press play

    Start a title. It fills the display and audio plays through the car speakers.

Questions

Does The Roku Channel work in a Tesla?

Yes. The Roku Channel runs in the Tesla browser while the car is parked. There is no built-in Tesla app, so the browser is the way in.

Do I need a The Roku Channel subscription?

The Roku Channel is free, though it may ask you to create a free account. No paid subscription is required.

Can I watch The Roku Channel while driving?

No. Streaming only works in Park, and you should never watch video while the car is moving. BigScrn is for passengers and parked, charging cars.

Where does the The Roku Channel audio play?

Through the car speakers. Set the volume on the steering-wheel scroll or the on-screen control as you would for music.

Is BigScrn part of The Roku Channel?

No. BigScrn is an independent launcher and setup guide. It is not affiliated with The Roku Channel, Tesla, or any streaming service.

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