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SpectrumU - Service Description

SpectrumU is the streaming solution offered by Charter. This document will provide an overview of the SpectrumU service on campus

Background

  • SpectrumU lets you watch live TV and an array of on-demand content anytime, anywhere on campus using your phone, tablet, laptop or desktop. It’s also available on Apple TV, Amazon Fire stick and Roku devices.

Support Conditions

  • Supported Devices:
    • iPhone and iPad on iOS 13.0 or later
    • Android phones and tablets running version 5.0 or higher
    • Apple TV (4th gen or later) running TvOS 12.0 or later
    • Roku devices (2nd gen or later) running 9.1 or later
    • Amazon Fire Stick running Fire OS 5.0.0 or later 
    • Browsers
  • Restrictions:
    • User/device must be physically located on campus. This does NOT include connections through WiscVPN, which is neither permitted nor supported.
    • User/device must authenticate using their netID credentials if using a wireless or wired connection.
    • Devices that are "rooted" or "unlocked" may not work with SpectrumU.

Availability

  • SpectrumU is available to Schools, Colleges and Divisions (S/C/Ds) who have purchased a subscription through the Division of Information Technology (DoIT).
  • Authorized users and locations will be determined by the S/C/Ds that fund these subscriptions.
  • If your S/C/D is not currently using this service but would like to start, please fill out the form. The cost is $12.50/user/month with a 12-month commitment. Note that this service cannot be purchased by individuals (students or faculty/staff).

If you need further help, please contact the DoIT Help Desk for assistance.



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Doc ID:
38650
Owned by:
Shawn T. in Voice Services
Created:
2014-03-18
Updated:
2024-07-01
Sites:
DoIT Help Desk, Voice Services