Shometimes they use generic names like Chromecast or Chromecast-1. Other funky things include the chromecast names in the airgroup servers list. At that point, the Chromecast doesn't show in the Device list, but is available in the Cast Screen option. Once I connect from youtube or netflix, the type field changes to mDNS and the Service field changes to googlecast. What I'm seeing is initially, the type field is set to DLNA and the Service field is set to DIAL, the Chromecasts show in the Device list, but not in the Cast Screen option. Again, look at the Type field and Service fields.
Run the "show airgroup servers" command again.Cast a YouTube video to the Chromecast.
#Videocast for chromecast how to use tv#
After that, use the Cast button in the top right corner to select the Smart TV or other device you want to stream your videos to. When starting VideoCast, first select any video categories. Note: Dont forget plugin your Chrome Cast device into your TV and open your TV with HDMI mode before use app. VideoCast will check your device for any videos, sort them, and have them ready at your fingertips, for viewing on your device or the big screen. Step4: Click into the Cast Icon to cast video to TV or your Projector. Step3: Click into the 'Choose Link To Cast' button to open the video link.
To stop casting content, tap the Cast button Disconnect. Your content will start playing on the TV connected to that Chromecast device. Get the MAC address of a test chromecast. Tap the Chromecast device you want to cast to tap Play.The devices we are testing with have worked fine using consumer grade WIFI routers. The link I sent earlier has a link to supported devices.