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Mobile Apps: Using Chromecast & AirPlay
Mobile Apps: Using Chromecast & AirPlay
Updated over a week ago

Casting is great to view videos on a larger screen or use a device with better sound quality. Users can cast content to their TV using Chromecast or AirPlay.


Using AirPlay: (iOS Only)

Device Needed:

-Apple TV HD (4th generation) or Apple TV 4K (5th generation)

-Smart TV with AirPlay2 built-in (view full list here)

- Devices must still be supported by the manufacturer.

- iOS device must be running the newest software available. iOS 15 at minimum.

To Use:

1: Make sure Airplay device is on and connected to WiFi.

2: Connect your iOS device to the same WiFi.

3: Open app and play video. Tap AirPlay icon, then Choose Device.

AirPlay Troubleshooting:

If you do not see icon:

-There are no devices available to connect to.

-AirPlay device is not turned ON or is not nearby.

-AirPlay and mobile device are not connected to same WiFi.

-Make sure your devices are up-to-date with the latest software updates and still supported by the manufacturer.


Using Chromecast: (Android & iOS)

Device Needed:

-Google Chromecast Device (view here)

-Smart TV with Chromecast built-in (view here)

To Use:

1: Make sure Chromecast device is ON and connected to WiFi.

2: Connect your Android or iOS device to the same WiFi.

3: Open app, then open a video. Tap Chromecast icon, then Choose Device.

Chromecast Troubleshooting:

If you do not see icon (Android & iOS):

-There are no devices available to connect to.

-Chromecast device is not turned ON or is not nearby.

-Chromecast & mobile device are not connected to same WiFi.

Using iPhone or iPad? Is device using iOS 14.2 or later?

-Connect to Devices on Local Network must be enabled to use Chromecast.

-Allows app to use WiFi to find & connect to devices; added with update 14.2.

Follow these steps to check:

1: Check version: >Settings >General >Software Update.

2: If 14.2 or later, enable access (see below).

3: Force-close (swipe up from home screen), then reopen.

4: If you do not see icon when you reopen, delete & reinstall.

5: Notification appears when you open app/connect to WiFi.

Enable Access: >Settings >Privacy >Local Network >Find App >Turn ON


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