https://www.google.com/chromecast/setup
You will need:
- A display device with an HDMI input, for example, a high-definition television (HDTV)
- Access to an available power outlet or an available (non-service) USB port on your HDMI-enabled display
- Access to a secure wireless network (make sure you have the wireless network password handy)
- For Chromecast (1st generation), connection to a Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4G network. For Chromecast, connection to a Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac 2.4/5G network.
- A compatible Android or iOS device or tablet, or Mac, Windows or Chromebook computer (see list below). Note: The compatible Android, iOS, or tablet setup device must support a 5GHz connection in order to set up a Chromecast on a 5GHz connection
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PLAYING GAMES WITH CHROMECAST:
Open the app and you will see the cast icon in the top right corner. The players must all be connected to the same Chromecast device which means you need to be on the same Wi-Fi network as well. Once the game has connected, your phones will be reduced to game controllers with your TV displaying the game play.
IOS DEVICES
iOS devices must be running at least iOS 9 to use Chromecast; iOS 8 or below will not work.
The following iOS devices are NOT compatible with Chromecast:
iPhone 4/4S
iPhone 5/5C
iPa3/iPad Mini
iPad 3
iPod 5th generation
ANDROID DEVICES
Your device must be running version 4.4 or later for the Android operating system.
The feature is only available on whitelisted devices. For a list of supported devices, please check the link below:
https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/6293757
NO SOUND OR LOW VOLUME
When connected to Chromecast, tap on the filled white cast icon in the menu bar to bring up the volume bar, and swipe to increase volume.
LAGGING VIDEO OR INTERRUPTED SIGNAL
Your Wi-Fi network signal of your device and/or your Chromecast may no be strong enough. A weak signal ay cause issues especially with high quality streams like Full HD 1080p. You can improve the Wi-Fi network connection by moving your Wi-Fi acccess point (or router) nearer to your Chromecast and your Android device. Extending your Wi-Fi coverage range with a wifi repeater may also be an option.