Casting to Your Smart TV

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)

To Use:

1. Make sure the Airplay device is on and connected to WiFi.
2. Connect your iOS device to the same WiFi.
3. Open the app and play video. Tap the AirPlay icon, then Choose Device.

AirPlay Troubleshooting:

If you do not see the 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 the same WiFi.

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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 the app, then open a video. Tap the Chromecast icon, then Choose Device.

Chromecast Troubleshooting:

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

• There are no devices available to connect to.
• Chromecast device is not turned ON or is not nearby.
• Chromecast & mobile devices are not connected to the same WiFi.

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

• Connect to Devices on Local Network must be enabled to use Chromecast.
• Allows the 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 an icon when you reopen, delete & reinstall.
5. A notification appears when you open app/connect to WiFi.

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