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Are you just subscribe to an Android TV? If so, we’ll tell you to set up your Android TV quickly.
If you just subscribe to an Android TV, now it’s time to set up your Android TV. We’ll tell you how to do it in 3 simple steps: with the remote, phone, and computer.
Also, you will learn how to cast videos, photos, or other content from your phone to your Android TV.
Check it out.
What is Android TV?
In short, Android TV is a smart TV developed by Google and it uses Android Operating System. So, you will probably find it is quite similar to your Android phone. The only difference is the screen size.
Android TV is more advanced compare to other smart TV. It supports the Google Assistant that lets you control it using your voice. To watch movies, you just need to say “Play” and mention the title of the show. And say “Stop” or “Pause” to pause the movie.
Or, if you have no idea about what to watch, you can say “Show me funny movies“. Then, Android TV will show you a list of movies that you can choose.
Android TV is trying to provide the best entertainment just for you. You can browse the content across the apps. Android TV also supports other streaming services like Netflix, Sling TV, Disney+, HBOmax, YouTube, Peacock, Prime Video, and Apple TV.
Android TV is more than TV. It works beyond TV. You can connect your Android TV with your backyard or front door camera. So, whenever someone is ringing your doorbell, you can see who is standing in front of your door from your TV.
You can also use cast your phone to your Android TV. It lets you stream whatever you have on your phone and see it on a bigger screen, such as photos, videos, music, clips, movies, and more.
3 Simple Steps to Set up Your Android TV
Before you set up your Android TV, here are somethings that you need to check:
- Wireless internet connection
- A Google Account
- Chromecast (You will need it if your TV doesn’t have Android TV built in)
Step 1: Connect your Android TV
If your TV has an Android TV built in, just turn it on and move to step 2.
If your TV doesn’t have an Android TV built in, connect the Chromecast to the TV.
- Turn off your TV.
- Plug in the Chromecast to the HDMI port and to the power.
- Turn on your TV.
- Setup the Chromecast with Google Home app. You will need to connect it with your phone.
Step 2: Pair your remote
- Turn on your TV.
- Press Source or Input.
- Follow the instructions.
If you use a Chromecast, do the following steps:
- Insert two AAA batteries to the remote.
- Turn on your remote.
- Chromecast will automatically connect to your remote.
Step 3: Set up Android TV
You can set up your Android TV in three ways.
- Quick start with your Android phone.
- Set up with the remote.
- Set up with a phone or computer.
Now, let’s discuss how to conduct each of the method above. Choose the most easiest method for you to set up your Android TV.
Method 1. Quick Start with Your Android Phone
Note: This method requires an Android phone. If you don’t have it, you can skip this method and move to method 2 or 3.
- You’ll see a notification on your TV saying, ‘Quickly set up your TV with your Android phone?’
- Grab your remote and press Continue or Yes.
- Launch the Google app on your phone.
- Tap or speak ‘Set up my device.’
- Follow the instructions on your phone until you see a code. You should have a similar code appear on your TV.
- Select your TV brand that appears on your phone.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Method 2. Set up with your remote
- When your TV asked, ‘Quickly set up your TV with your Android phone?’ Choose Skip with your remote.
- Connect to WiFi. Your TV will take some time to update the system.
- Select Sign in > Use your remote.
- Sign in to your Google Account.
- Finish the setup by following the on-screen instructions.
Method 3. Set up with your computer or phone
- When your TV asked, ‘Quickly set up your TV with your Android phone?’ Choose Skip with your remote.
- Connect to similar WiFi to your computer or phone. Please wait because your TV will update the system.
- Select Sign in > Use your computer or phone.
- Sign in to your Google Account.
- Finish the setup by following the on-screen instructions.
That’s it! You have successfully set up your Android TV. Now, you can choose the movie and TV shows that you want to see.
Since your Android TV is connected to your Google Account, you will be able to access other streaming apps that are connected to your Google Account. For instance, if you have Netflix and HBOmax account, you can connect it with the Android TV.
How to Cast Video and Photos to your Android TV
As you know, you can connect your Android devices with your Android TV and cast videos, photos, or other content. It is pretty useful if you want to watch content in a bigger screen simply. You can also use it to present documents or slides.
Here’s how:
Note: Use the latest version of Chromecast app.
- Connect your Android TV and phone to the same wifi network.
- Launch your app that you want to cast. Cast the media player app if you want to watch a video or the Gallery to see pictures.
- Find and choose Cast.
- Choose the brand of your Android TV.
- Wait for the Cast to change color.
Choose Disconnect if you want to stop casting.
However, if you face a problem while trying to cast, you can do one of the followings:
- Update your Android TV firmware.
- Make sure that your Android TV and phone are connected to the same WiFi network.
- Ensure that the casting feature on your TV is enabled. Go to Settings > Apps > System apps > turn on Google Cast Receiver.
Conclusions
Android TV is quite useful not only to stream movies and TV shows, but also for other tasks like a secondary monitor, controlling lights, and many more, as long as you connect it with the Google Home app.
It becomes more easier to control your Android TV as it supports Google Assistant that lets you control it over your voice. Just speak the command and Google will do it. Then, the result will appear on your big screen.
Just remember that you need to set up your Android TV in the first place.
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