Do you want to reproduce what happens on the screen of your mobile or computer on your Smart TV? Today we will tell you how to install and connect Chromecast to a Wi-Fi or TV network with a step-by-step guide so you can do it without problems.
Now you can enjoy any multimedia content on your Smart TV . This device is characterized by its simplicity of use, and its streaming transmission focuses on being able to enjoy your best series, movies or videos from the comfort of your home.
It is important to mention that for its use you need a strong and stable local Wi-Fi network. Let’s see how to install and connect Chromecast.
What do I need to install and connect Chromecast to my TV?
Before you need to have some tools. You must make sure you have all of them so that you can do it. They are:
- A Chromecast device
- The Google Home app for Android or PC
- A Google email account
- A TV with HMDI input, it does not need to be Smart
- A strong and stable internet connection with Wifi
- Connection on your mobile device or computer and television to the same Wi-Fi network.
Once you have all this ready, you can begin the process of installing and connecting Chromecast on your TV.
Connect the device to the TV via the HDMI port . Then you must connect to a power outlet from the USB port to power it and start working.
Now you must turn on your television and with the help of the remote control select HDMI to be able to view the information that is being sent through that port.
When you do, you will see on the screen of your Smart a welcome message and a URL or a Chromecast device number. Take note of all this, you will need it in the next step. You must enter this site from your mobile device or computer.
In order to use all the benefits offered by the Google Chromecast device, it is important that you have your device updated to its latest version.
How to connect Chromecast from a PC
As we mentioned before, you must enter the URL that appears on your TV screen from the PC browser.
There you must enter with your Google account. Then Google Chrome will automatically search for all the devices that need to be configured. When the process is done, you will have a list.
Click on the name of your TV and then on Configure me . There you must access the Wi-Fi menu and choose the same Wi-Fi network to which your TV is connected.
Next, you must select Next and write the code that appears on the TV screen on your computer.
Once you’ve done that, you can change the name of your Chromecast device if you wish. Finally click on All correct. The installation process will begin and wait for a banner that says Start submitting content. When you see it, you can start using it.
How to connect Chromecast from a mobile phone or tablet
Before starting, you must have Google Home installed on your Android or iPhone mobile device . You can get it in the official Play Store and Apple Store respectively completely free.
Also, you must have your Bluetooth turned on. Next, you must choose a Google account with which you want to connect. Then you should see on your mobile screen that the application is looking for devices.
You must choose the Chromecast device that has the same number that appears on the screen of your Smart TV. The next thing will be to confirm to continue. Now it will ask you to choose a Wi-Fi network.
Remember that for the transmission of multimedia to your TV must take place through the same Wi-Fi network. Ready, you can start streaming images and videos on your TV screen from your mobile device!
We hope that this step-by-step guide on how to install and connect Chromecast to a WIFI or TV network has been useful for you. If you have any questions you can leave it in the comments so that we can help you as soon as possible.
