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Apple TV (1st generation) Specifications

Complete Apple TV (1st generation) technical specifications · model numbers, colors, storage, dimensions and hardware details.

Chip: Intel processor; 40GB or 160GB hard drive2 for storing content locally; Up to 50 hours (4…
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Display
7.70″
Chip
Intel processor; 40GB or 160GB hard drive2 for storing content locally; Up to 50 hours (40GB) or 200 hours (160GB) of v…
Storage / Colors
40GB, 160GB
Weight / OS
1090 g

Apple TV (1st generation) technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple TV (1st generation), including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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iAccessories

  • XtremeMac HDMI to HDMI cable TL951LL/A
  • XtremeMac HDMI to DVI cable TL952LL/A
  • XtremeMac component video cable TL953LL/A
  • XtremeMac analog audio cable TL954LL/A
  • XtremeMac TOSLINK optical cable TL955LL/A
  • AirPort Extreme Base Station MA073LL/A
  • AppleCare Protection Plan MA937LL/A

iAudio formats supported

  • AAC (16 to 320 Kbps); protected AAC (from iTunes Store); MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps); MP3 VBR; Apple Lossless; AIFF; WAV; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through

iEnvironmental requirements

  • Operating temperature: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
  • Storage temperature: -40° to 185° F (-40° to 85° C)
  • (-40° to 85° C)
  • Relative humidity: 5% to 95% noncondensing
  • Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet (3,000 m)

iIn the box

  • Apple TV
  • Apple Remote
  • Power cord
  • Quick Start guide

iPhoto formats supported

  • JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PNG

iPorts and interfaces

  • HDMI (video and audio)7
  • Component video
  • Optical audio
  • Analog RCA stereo audio
  • 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
  • USB 2.0
  • 802.11n wireless networking6
  • Built-in IR receiver (works with included Apple Remote)

⚡Power

  • Built-in 48-watt universal power supply

⚙Processor and storage

  • Intel processor
  • 40GB or 160GB hard drive2 for storing content locally
  • Up to 50 hours (40GB) or 200 hours (160GB) of video3
  • Up to 9,000 songs (40GB) or 36,000 songs (160GB)4
  • Up to 25,000 pictures5

↔Size and weight

  • Footprint: 7.7 by 7.7 inches (197 by 197 mm)
  • Height: 1.1 inches (28 mm)
  • Weight: 2.4 pounds (1.09 kg)1

iSystem requirements

  • Mac or PC
  • iTunes 7.6 or later
  • Mac: Mac OS X v10.3.9 or v10.4.9 or later
  • PC: Windows XP Home or Professional (SP2) or Windows Vista
  • AirPort Extreme, Wi-Fi 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n wireless network6 (wireless video streaming requires 802.11g or 802.11n) or 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network

iTV compatibility

  • Compatible with enhanced-definition or high-definition widescreen TVs capable of 1080p/1080i 60/50Hz, 720p 60/50Hz, 576p 50Hz (PAL format), or 480p 60Hz, including popular models from these manufacturers:HP, Hitachi, JVC, LG, Mitsubishi, NEC, Olevia, Panasonic, Philips, Pioneer, Polaroid, Samsung, Sony, Sharp,Toshiba, Vizio, Westinghouse

iVideo formats supported

  • H.264 and protected H.264 (from iTunes Store): Up to 5 Mbps, Progressive Main Profile (CAVLC) with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps (maximum resolution: 1280 by 720 pixels at 24 fps, 960 by 540 pixels at 30 fps) in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
  • iTunes Store purchased video: 320 by 240 pixels, 640 by 480 pixels, 720 by 480 pixels (anamorphic), or high-definition 720p
  • MPEG-4: Up to 3 Mbps, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps (maximum resolution: 720 by 432 pixels at 30 fps) in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

Apple TV (1st generation) FAQ

What chip does Apple TV (1st generation) use?

Apple TV (1st generation) uses Intel processor; 40GB or 160GB hard drive2 for storing content locally; Up to 50 hours (4….

What storage capacities are available for Apple TV (1st generation)?

Available storage capacities include 40GB, 160GB.