How to Watch PBS on LG Smart TV?[Cast|Devices]

The PBS Channel has moved up into the streaming world with its PBS Video App. Get ready to stream more than 4000+ PBS content on your LG Smart TV along with local shows on-demand. With PBS on your TV, you can watch shows like MASTERPIECE, NOVE, PBS NewsHour, FRONTLINE, and more. If you are a new LG TV user and searching for a way to get PBS on your LG Smart TV, this article can help you.

Is PBS on LG Smart TV?

No, the PBS app is not available on LG Smart TV. Since the PBS app is not available on LG Content Store, the only way to get it on yoru LG TV would be by using Screencasting methods and Streaming devices.

PBS:

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PBS(Public Broadcasting Service) is a non-profitable American broadcasting channel and organization. They receive funds from the United States Government to broadcast content on culture, science, and education for children. The programs are produced by station members and producers around the world. The PBS is mainly for the welfare of children and providing educational needs to students. You can get PBS on your TV with the help of your TV provider. But it is not possible to get it on your LG Smart TV.

What are the Genres Present at PBS? The genres offered by PBS for children and students are, Local, Art & Music, Culture, Drama, Food, History, Home & How to, Indie Films, News & Public Affairs, and Science & Nature.

How to Watch PBS on LG Smart TV?

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The simplest way to watch PBS on your LG Smart TV screen would be by using the screencasting features. From the PBS app-supported devices you can easily cast its contents to your TV over a WiFi network. You can also use Streaming devices to access the PBS app on your LG TV.

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How to Cast PBS App From Android Phone to LG Smart TV?

The PBS has launched an app on Google Play Store that can be installed on your Android phone and cast to your LG TV.

  • Download PBS App on your Android Phone for Google Play Store
  • Open the app and enter credentials to log in or sign up
  • Choose a program you want to watch
  • Please connect your Android Phone and LG Smart TV to the same WiFi Network.
  • Tap on the “Cast” icon

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  • Select your LG TV from the nearby device search

Your LG TV and android phone are now connected, and you can now click what you want to watch on your phone and watch it on your LG Smart TV. You may also like to learn about How to Watch ABC App on LG TV?

How to Cast PBS Website from PC to LG Smart TV?

You can cast your whole PC onto your LG TV by following the steps given,

  • On your PC, open Web Browser
  • Enter the URL https://www.pbs.org/ and press enter to the PBS Home Screen.
  • Sign in by entering your PBS credentials
  • Please connect the PC and LG TV to the same WiFi Network
  • Press Windows + P on your PC and click “Connect to a wireless display” on the pop-up window.
  • Select your LG TV from the search result.

Your PC is now cast on your LG TV. You can now access PBS on LG TV through your PC.

How to use Streaming Device to get PBS on LG TV?

The Streaming device that you connect to your LG Smart TV HDMI port, must have access to the PBS app. The streaming devices that can be used to get PBS on your LG TV are as follows,

  • Chromecast [Google Play Store]
  • Apple TV [Apple App Store]
  • FireStick [Amazon App Store]
  • Roku [Roku Channel Store]

How to Install PBS on Streaming Devices?

The procedures you need to follow to get the PBS app on your Streaming devices connected to LG TV are,

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  • Connect your Streaming device to a WiFi network and Launch the default App Store.
  • Use the Search Icon to find the PBS app in the App Store.
  • Now tap on the Install/Get/Download or Add Channel option.
  • The PBS app will be downloaded and installed on your Streaming device.

Once you have successfully installed the PBS app on LG TV using Streaming devices, you can move on to activate the PBS app. You may also like to learn about What Channel is PBS on Optimum?

How to Activate PBS on LG TV?

When you launch the PBS app on your LG Smart TV and tap on the Sign In option for the first time, you will get Activation Instruction along with the Activation Code. To activate PBS on your device, follow the simple procedures given here.

  • Note down the activation code appearing on the screen.

pbs video activation code

  • Go to the official website https://www.pbs.org/activate/.

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  • Enter the activation code and press “Continue.”
  • The screen on your TV refreshes, and you can now play its content.

You can now stream the contest PBS on your LG TV.

What are the services offered by PBS?

PBS provides its users with lots of educational content and entertainment that are,

  • PBS Kids: An website solely for kids to play and learn.
  • It offers a site for parents to help their children learn and grow.
  • Watch Videos on History, Culture, Drama, Food, Science and Nature, News, etc.
  • PBS education gives teachers ideas to change the classroom and share ideas.
  • PBS arts lets you discover unknown traditional art forms from experts.
  • Strengthen the community with transformative content.
  • You can prepare your kids for their school life.

THE END

With this article, your child can now study by watching TV. The PBS organization works for the benefit of the future of the children. I hope that this article has helped you get PBS on LG Smart TV. If you have any doubts, you can ask them in the comment section.

F.A.Q:

Is PBS Free?

PBS is free of cost because The US Government gives funds for it. It s not mandatory, but you can donate some amount to the organization for further development.

What to do if PBS is not working on LG TV?

Try to Update your LG TV firmware because some old models do not support apps. If the issue is still there, contact the respective organization for further steps.