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This webpage is designed specific to the Willow Pines location in Northville, MI. You can find the information you need for the TV service installed throughout the building: channel lineups, helpful documentation and common questions. If you have any questions or TV distribution, contact us and we will help guide you to a solution. You are our number one priority.

MOVE IN PROCESS

Upon moving in, you want to connect your TV to the TV service installed in your apartment. Follow the Installation Directions to connect you TV to the set top box installed in your living room. If you want one remote to control the set top box and your TV power and volume, program the set top box remote to your TV. Be sure to keep your original TV remote in a safe place. For your bedroom, complete a channel scan to store the community channels on your TV.

RLC Webpage Directory

Use the links below to navigate through the webpages NextEra TV has built specifically for our RLC residents.

RLC NextEra homepage - company mission & services.

Find your locations page to access TV support & info.

Services we offer: installation & remote connection.

Upgrade options: recording option & channel package.

Willow Pines LineupS

Theater Room

Channels available in the Theater Room

Channel Lineup

Community channels in each apartment

DVR Lineup

Lineup for Residents with a DVR upgrade

Music Channels

Music available throughout the building.

Willow Pines TV Service

The Advanced Entertainment Platform (AEP) is the ultimate entertainment experience. You have access to additional services: Netflix, Paramount + with Showtime, Hallmark TV, Music Choice and DIRECTV On Demand. Connect your TV to the TV service to start watching your favorite programs. You can connect the AEP set top box remote to your TV to control your TV power & volume with one remote. 

Info regarding the features & capabilities of the AEP.

Guide on operating your AEP remote buttons.

Connect & install your TV to the AEP set top box.

Sync the AEP remote to your TV - power & volume.

Complete a channel scan to store the channels on your TV.

Complete a channel scan to store the channels on your TV.

Troubleshooting Tactics

Oftentimes, when your TV service is not working properly, it is a simple fix. To help speed up resolving the issue, please refer to the links below to see if there’s a solution: rebooting the equipment, completing a channel scan or correcting your TV. If you are unable to find the solution or the issue continues to persist, fill out the TV Service Form and we will diagnose the problem. We will determine a solution and step you through how to fix the problem or resolve it on our end.

Setting your TV input - when you turn on your TV live TV appears.

Complete a channel scan to store the correct channels on your TV.

Complete a channel scan to store the correct channels on your TV.

Do you need support with your TV service?

Willow Pines Upgrade Options

DIRECTV DVR UPGRADE

Are you looking to record your favorite programs and watch them on your schedule? You can purchase a DVR and begin recording from the community channel lineup. You will have the option in recording a single program or a show series. Once you purchase a DVR, you will receive a set top box and a new remote control.

Info. regarding the DIRECTV DVR features & capabilities.

Installation instructions for your DIRECTV DVR

Sync the DVR remote to your TV control power & volume.

A guide on operating the DIRECTV DVR remote control.

Details on recording options & managing your recordings.

Channel lineup for residents with a DVR in their apartment.

User manual with all you need to know about your DVR.

DVR Installation Instructions

Program DVR to your TV

Manage your Recordings

DIRECTV PACKAGE UPGRADE

Are you looking for additional programming and the opportunity to record? You can purchase a DIRECTV channel package from the options listed below. Your entire apartment will be upgraded to the DIRECTV package. Upon purchase, you will receive a set top box and a new remote.

DIRECTV upgrade channel package option brochure.

Channel Packages

Information on your DIRECTV Genie set top box.

Program Genie remote to control your TV volume & power.

Guide on operating the Genie remote control.

Instructions on how to record and manage your recordings.

User manual with all you need to know about your Genie.

Genie DVR Installation Instructions

Program Genie Remote to your TV

Genie DVR Manage Recordings

Service upgrade instructions

  1. Once you’ve decided to upgrade and move forward with a DIRECTV package or DVR, fill out the Service Upgrade form.

  2. Once you submit the Service Upgrade form, we will contact you to confirm your submission and get any additional information we need to upgrade your service.

  3. We will help set up a DIRECTV account for you and ensure the correct equipment is purchased. While you are waiting for the equipment, you still have access to the community lineup.

  4. Once we can confirm when the equipment will arrive, we will let you know and explain the installation process. When the equipment arrives, you will receive a set top box and a new remote. The remote control guide is available above listed under the upgrade option.

  5. Once you’re TV service is upgraded, you can start watching and recording your favorite programs. Managing your recordings is listed above under the upgrade option.

Are you looking to upgrade your tv service?

Frequently Asked Questions

When I move in to my apartment, how can I start watching TV?

We’ve tried to ease the move in process for you. Your apartment is equipped with a set top box and remote installed in your living room. To start enjoying your TV service, connect your TV to the TV service system following the installation instructions . For your bedroom, you will simply connect your TV to the wall outlet with a coax cable and complete a channel scan. If you want one remote control to adjust your TV power and volume, follow the program your remote instructions. Please do not discard your original TV remote.

How do I get one remote to control the set top box in my living room for my TV power and volume?

If you want one remote to control the TV power and volume as well as your set top box, follow the instructions to program the set top box remote to your TV. Be sure to keep your original TV remote in a safe place. If you have an upgraded service, follow the instructions listed under the Willow Pines Upgrade Options.

How can I upgrade my TV service so I can record my favorite show series?

Detailed under the Willow Pines Upgrade Options, you will get a better idea of the overall upgrade process and more information regarding the upgrade options. Once you are ready to upgrade, fill out the Service Upgrade Form and we will contact you to make sure we have all the information needed to process the service upgrade.

How can I see my current channel lineup to see if I want to upgrade my TV service?

Listed under the Willow Pines Community Channel Lineups, you will see the channels available in your apartment, theater and music. If you’re wanting to upgrade your TV service & purchase a different channel lineup, here are the different channel packages we offer. Once you’ve decided to upgrade, please submit a Upgrade Service form and we will contact you for more information and process the request. 

My TV service is not working correctly and I have a question regarding my TV service how can I get TV support?

There is helpful documentation listed on this webpage regarding your TV service installed in the building that will help clarify your questions. You can also fill out the Contact Us form and we will take a look at the service in your building to see how we can troubleshoot and get the service back to working properly.