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To enable JavaScript, please follow the instructions below for your specific browser:
For Firefox 3.0 on Mac- Open Firefox
- Click "Firefox" on the menu bar
- Click "Preferences..."
- Select the "Content" section
- Ensure the "Enable JavaScript" box has a tick next to it.
- Close Window
For Firefox 3.0 on PC- Open Firefox
- Click "Tools" on the menu bar
- Click "Options..."
- Select the "Content" section
- Ensure the "Enable JavaScript" box has a tick next to it.
- Select 'OK'
- Close Window
For Safari on Mac- Open Safari
- Click "Safari" on the menu bar
- Click "Preferences..."
- Select the "Security" section
- Ensure the "Enable JavaScript" box has a tick next to it.
- Close Window
For Safari on PC- Open Safari
- Click "Settings" icon (looks like a wheel) on the menu bar
- Click "Preferences..."
- Select the "Security" section
- Ensure the "Enable JavaScript" box has a tick next to it.
- Close Window
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Yes, you need Javascript enabled for Channel 4
To enable JavaScript in Firefox (PC):- Open Firefox.
- On the Tools menu, click Options.
- Click on the Content icon.
- Check the box next to Enable JavaScript.
- Click the Advanced button to open the Advanced JavaScript Options box.
- Check the boxes under Allow scripts to section that you want to allow.
- Click OK
To enable JavaScript in Firefox (MAC):- Select Preferences from the Firefox menu.
- In the pop-up window, click the Content icon.
- Check the Enable JavaScript check box.
- Close the window.
To enable JavaScript in Safari (MAC):- Select Preferences from the Safari menu.
- Click Security.
- Check Enable JavaScript.
- Close the window.
- Click Reload.
To enable JavaScript in Google Chrome (PC):- Right click Google Chrome's shortcut icon and choose Properties.
- In the target field, append "-enable-java" at the end of execute path "C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator.XXXXXX\LocalSettings\ApplicationData\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe" -enable-javascript Where XXXXXX is, this is the user or administrator. In most cases, this is your name.
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If you want to change the size of what you see in Windows, you have two options. You can change the size of what is on screen or change the resolution. Changing the size is usually the best option. Open Start , select Settings > System > Display.
Under Scale and layout, check the setting under Change the size of text, apps, and other items. We suggest you use the percentage marked "(Recommended)."
If that doesn't solve your problem, under Resolution, select a new value. We suggest you stick with the resolution marked "(Recommended)."
Note: If your resolution was fine and recently changed (things appear huge, for example), your graphics driver might need to be updated. Run Windows Update to get the latest driver. If it's just the size of things in your web browser windows that changed, try pressing the Ctrl+0 (zero) keys to return the zoom level to 100%.
Changing the size of the Channel 4 Player screen:
You can watch programmes in small, medium or full-screen view by clicking on the icons in the bottom right hand corner of the player. This will give options for the 'Pop out player' as well as 'Full screen'.
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Recent fixes have been made relating to this error. Please note:
If you use the Maxthon browser you will continue to receive DRM error 3343 as, due to its cloud-based architecture the Maxthon browser is not currently supported.
If you are using Safari on Windows and consistently receive DRM error 3343, please use an alternative browser. Windows Safari is no longer officially supported.
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Every programme made available as part of the Channel 4 service has a rights period or "length of availability" associated with it. An episode which has been broadcast in the past 30 days on one of our channels will have certain "catch-up" rights, and the episode will only be available in line with this rights window. The expiry date reflects this window, and this will differ from programme to programme. If there is no expiry date displayed this means that the programme is available on-demand for at least the next 30 days.
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Due to security restrictions, watching Channel 4 using Chrome’s ‘Incognito’ mode will cause issues. Please try Channel 4 in a standard Chrome window.
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You can watch via the pop-out player in three different sizes. These sizes are fixed so you cannot drag the window to alter the dimensions. You can select these options by clicking on the pop-out icon in the player controls.
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Any signed content on Channel4.com will carry the [BSL] icon. We also screen 1 x signed programme weekly on Film4 - for further details please have a look at the BSL Zone website (Opens in new window)
And we publish a listing weekly of programmes on our channels that will feature signing HERE
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Channel 4's streaming service is provided completely free and gives you access to a wide catalogue of programmes. Watch our channels live, catch up on a programme you've missed, discover brand new and exclusive shows and if you prefer to watch episodes back to back we have a huge selection of Box Sets available. You'll get personalised recommendations and your own My 4 space for easy access to your favourite shows and, for watching on the go, you can download programmes within the Channel 4 mobile and tablet apps. it is also available on the following platforms: channel4.com website, Amazon Fire, Android app, Chromecast, Freeview Play, iPhone and iPad app, Now TV, PS4, Roku, Samsung TV, Windows app, XBox one and YouView
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Streaming requires an internet connection that's free of bottlenecks. However, the internet isn't a direct pipeline from the source to you. Streamed content passes through many other computers on its way to your PC via your ISP. If any one of them is carrying too much other traffic, the streamed content may be interrupted and pause. Our streamed content is 'buffered' to help prevent such problems, but sometimes delays are unavoidable. Usually the delay only lasts a few seconds, and the stream picks up where it stopped. Streaming problems are more likely to occur on a slow computer or device that has a smaller memory and processing power. Even with a fast computer or device, if you have too many applications open it could slow down your media streaming. If you notice things are sluggish, close all unnecessary applications and windows on your computer or device. The faster your network connection (modem, cable, DSL) and computer speed (in megahertz), the higher the quality of the stream.
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