SCETV+

SCETV+

SCETV+

Introducing our new streaming platform, SCETV+!

With an SCETV+ account, you can stream hundreds of free PBS and SCETV shows and movies as well as live SCETV broadcast channels and government livestreams. 

Sign Up for a Free Account

SCETV+ with SCETV Passport

SCETV Passport unlocks access to all 1600 episodes of PBS and SCETV programming available on SCETV+. 

Make a one-time donation of $75 for the year or a monthly $6.25 donation, and get instant access to the full SCETV+ streaming experience.

Get Your SCETV Passport

What's the difference between an account with and without Passport?

 

Without Passport

With Passport

Stream the latest episodes of your favorite shows on either the new SCETV+ app, PBS.org, or the PBS app

Available to everyone

Included with SCETV Passport

Enjoy Live TV from SCETV

Available to everyone

Included with SCETV Passport

Catch up on news and public affairs

Available to everyone

Included with SCETV Passport

Get extended access to even more episodes

—Only available with Passport

Included with SCETV Passport

Watch full seasons of most popular shows

—Only available with Passport

Included with SCETV Passport

Stream early releases and other exclusive content

—Only available with Passport

Included with SCETV Passport

Frequently Asked Questions

SCETV+
I use LGTV. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. On the left side of the screen, locate the magnifying glass. This will bring up the search function.
  2. Using the onscreen keyboard, type in SCETV+.
  3. Under the section labeled “Apps and Games” you will see the SCETV+ app.
  4. Click on the app and you will be taken to install screen. Click on the Install button and the app will begin to download.
  5. The SCETV+ app will be added to the end of your list of apps.
  6. To move the SCETV+ app towards the left (beginning of your app list), navigate to the SCETV+ app using the right directional pad on your remote. Press and hold on the SCETV+ app the center button until arrows appear on the left and right sides of the app. Pressing left on your directional pad on your remote will move the app to front (beginning of your app list). Press the back button or arrow pointing to the left to resume normal usage of your TV.
I use Roku TV. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. On your Roku home screen, select Streaming Store. Depending on your Roku device, this option may instead appear as Channel Store.
  2. Select the Search option, then use the onscreen keyboard to search for SCETV+.
  3. Select the SCETV+ app from the list of results.
  4. Select Add Channel to begin downloading the app.
  5. Once the app has successfully downloaded, select OK. Select the Go to Channel option, or go back to the home screen of the Roku, and click on the SCETV+ icon that appears there when you are ready to sign in.
I use Samsung TV. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. Go to your Smart TV's Home menu by selecting the Home button on your remote.
  2. Using your remote's arrow buttons, highlight the Apps option on the bottom row your Samsung Smart TV's Home screen. Select the Apps option.
  3. If you have a newer Samsung TV model, your Samsung Smart Hub may show on the icons on the side instead of the bottom.
  4. If so select the magnifying glass icon on the left to search the Samsung Smart Hub, or select APPS along the middle row to open the apps menu on your smart hub.
  5. If you selected the apps option, using your remote's arrow buttons again, highlight the magnifying glass icon or search feature within your Smart TV's Apps screen.
  6. If you instead selected the magnifying glass icon to start with, you will already be on the search screen
  7. Search Samsung's available offering by typing SCETV+ into the search bar and look for the SCETV+ app.
  8. Select the SCETV+ app and an option to Install SCETV+ will appear in the center of the screen. Select this option.
  9. SCETV+ will begin installing to your Samsung Smart TV. When the download completes, you will have the option to Open the app from this screen, and you can also open SCETV+ in the future from your Home menu, where it will be listed with your other apps.
I use Android TV. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. On the remote control, press the HOME button.
  2. Select the Google Play store app in the Apps category. (Note: For Android™ 8.0 and some Android 9 models, if the Google Play store is not in the Apps category, select Apps, and then select Google Play store or get more apps. You will then be taken to Google's applications store: Google Play, where you can browse applications and download and install them on your TV.)
  3. On the Google Play store screen, use the navigation buttons of the TV remote control and select the Search icon. (It looks like a magnifying glass; note: If you do not find the Search icon, press the UP arrow button on the remote control once, then the Search icon will display on the screen.)
  4. The input field is displayed on the upper side of the screen. Use the microphone on the remote control or the on-screen keyboard on the TV to search for SCETV+.
I watch on my Android mobile device. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. Open the Google Play Store on your device.
  2. Tap Search apps.
  3. Type SCETV+ into the search box.
  4. Select SCETV+ from the list of options.
  5. Select the PBS app from the list to open the app's information screen. Tap Install to begin the installation of the app.
  6. A circle icon will appear and slowly fill in as the app downloads. This may take a few minutes to complete. Once the app is downloaded, you will see an OPEN option. Click OPEN to open the SCETV+ app.
  7. You will now be redirected into the SCETV+ app. The SCETV+ app icon has also been added to your device. In the future, when you wish to use the SCETV+ app, you can simply locate it amongst the other apps on your home screen and click it to open the app.
I watch on my Apple mobile device. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. On your iPhone/iPad home screen locate the App Store. This will appear as a blue square with a white, stylized “A” made from a pencil, a ruler, and a paintbrush.
  2. Select the Magnifying Glass button to Search. It will appear in the bottom right corner.
  3. Using the onscreen keyboard, enter SCETV+. Press the blue search button to complete the search.
  4. Select the SCETV+ app from the list of results.
  5. Select Get to begin downloading the app. You may need to Double Click to Install depending on your iPhone/iPad model.
  6. Once the app has successfully downloaded, select the Open button.
  7. You will now be redirected into the SCETV+ app. The SCETV+ app icon has also been added to your device. In the future, when you wish to use the SCETV+ app, you can simply locate it amongst the other apps on your home screen and click it to open the app.
How do I create an account using my browser?

Type plus.scetv.org in your browser's search bar, then hit enter. When the homepage has loaded, click the yellow "Sign In" button in the upper right-hand corner. A new page will load prompting you to "Sign in or create a free account." Click the "Create a PBS Account" button. Enter your first and last name, your email address, and a strong password of at least 8 characters (it should include both letters and numbers). Once you've created the account, use your email and password to sign in to SCETV+.

How do I navigate SCETV+ using my browser?

To sign in to your SCETV+ account, click the yellow "Sign In" button in the top right-hand corner, then enter your username and password.

There are five different tabs in the center of the navigation bar, plus a search tool:

  • Featured - Trending content curated by the SCETV+ team, or the latest episodes from your favorite programs. Click on the hover-activated thumbnail image to view your program of choice.
  • Series - SCETV+'s selection of fiction and nonfiction TV content. Filter by subject matter or by alphabetical order using the dropdown menu at right (the one whose default view reads "All Shows A-Z").
  • Movies - SCETV+'s selection of fiction and nonfiction movie content. Filter by subject matter or by alphabetical order using the dropdown menu at right (the one whose default view reads "All Shows A-Z").
  • Live - Live feed of content currently being broadcast by your local station. You may need to enable location services on your device or browser. For more information, visit our livestreaming FAQ.
  • My List - Save shows and movies to your watchlist by pressing the plus "+ Add to my list" button on the program detail page. Filter content from your list using the dropdown menu at right (the one whose default view reads "My shows").
  • Search - Search for the name of a particular series or movie.

Above that navigation bar, there are additional links of interest for SCETV+ users. These include:

  • SCETV Home - A link to SCETV's homepage.
  • TV Schedule - A comprehensive, routinely updated list of programs screening with SCETV.
  • SC Government Livestreams - Live footage of state government proceedings, including senate and house sessions, committee meetings, and more.
  • Contact Us - Information about how to get in touch with the SCETV team should you need our assistance.
I already have a Passport account. Will I need to create a new one for the SCETV+ app?

No, the new SCETV+ app will use the same login as your Passport app.

I use Amazon Fire. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. Go to the Amazon Fire TV Home screen by selecting the Home button on your remote. Then select the Search icon (magnifying glass) on the left side of the screen and search for SCETV+.
  2. Click on the SCETV+ App.
  3. Click Download.
  4. Wait for the app to install.
I use Apple TV. How do I download SCETV+?
  1. On your Apple TV home screen locate the App Store. This will appear as a blue square with a white, stylized “A” made from a pencil, a ruler, and a paintbrush.
  2. Select the Magnifying Glass button to Search. It will appear in the upper right-hand corner.
  3. Using the onscreen keyboard, enter SCETV+. Press the blue search button to complete the search.
  4. Select the SCETV+ app from the list of results.
  5. Select "Get" to begin downloading the app.
  6. Once the app has successfully downloaded, select the "Open" button.
  7. You will now be redirected into the SCETV+ app. The SCETV+ app icon has also been added to your device. In the future, when you wish to use the SCETV+ app, you can simply locate it amongst the other apps on your home screen and click it to open the app.

What can I find on SCETV+?

PBS and SCETV Passport programming

SCETV original series and documentaries

Public affairs programming and Statehouse coverage

Educational and cultural content

Livestream access to SCETV broadcast channels

Curated collections focused on South Carolina people, places and history