How can you do the Chromecast Setup through your Phone?

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If you are experiencing trouble in setting up your New Chromecast device, then don’t worry. Here, we will provide you the detailed and step-by-step instructions for the Chromecast Setup through the phone. But if you are looking up the Chromecast setup, you probably have bought a new Chromecast device, so congratulations first.

The Chromecast devices are really amazing. Plus, they are a cheap and effective way to convert your Normal TV into a smart TV. One of the best things about the Chromecast devices is that there are no additional charges. Instead, you can directly cast most of the content of your TV directly from your phone or other smart devices to your TV.

Now there are two different variants for the Chromecast setup. The first one is just the normal Chromecast Basic setup. And the other kind of setup is the Chromecast setup with Google TV. However, the setup of the Chromecast device on Google TV includes more steps. But do not worry. You will find the setup process for Chromecast with google TV as well in this guide.

Thus, please read and stick to the guide till the end. And first, we are going to start with the simple Chromecast Setup process.

Easy steps to Setup the Chromecast device

So foremost, you need to connect your Chromecast device to the HDMI port of your TV. You also have to connect the Chromecast with the USB port of the TV to power it up. However, if your TV does not have a free USB port, you can use the power adapter to power on the device. And do not forget to switch the Input mode of your TV to HDMI. But make sure that you select the HDMI socket to which your device is connected.

Once you complete all the above steps, you need to follow the following steps to complete the setup process using your phone:

  • So foremost, you need to download the Android version of the Google Home app on your Android phone. You can find and download the app using the Google Play Store. Or in case you are using an Apple device, you can download the app from the App store.
  • Once you download and install the app, open it and agree to its terms and conditions. You may also need to sign in to the app using your Google or Gmail account.
  • Once you complete some initial setup steps, you will land on the main page.
  • So on the main page, select the Add button, then select the Setup devices And then click on the Set up new devices option on the Chromecast page.
  • Now you need to specify the Google Account you want to use for setting up the account.
  • Also, select the Ok button to allow your app to use your location.
  • Once you complete the above steps, the app will scan and look for the Chromecast device. So you need to specify your device and select the Next

So this was the setup process for just on the Chromecast or the Google Home app. Now you need to use both the TV and your smartphone to complete the setup process:

  • So now, you will see a code being displayed on your Chromecast device and the Chromecast app on your phone. You need to make sure that both the devices are showing the same code. If both the codes are the same, hit the Yes
  • Then a prompt might appear asking you to share the device stats and crash reports to Google. If you have such a message, you need to select the Yes, I’m in You can also select the No thanks option in case you don’t want to share the reports.
  • Now you have to specify the room in which you have placed the Chromecast device. You can also add a room by yourself by selecting Add Custom Room and then typing in the Room name of your choice.
  • Next, you need to select the name of your Wi-Fi network to connect your Chromecast device with. So please follow the given on-screen setup steps and then select the Set Network
  • Now, wait for a few seconds and check if you get any Software updates.
  • Once you complete all these steps, you can open the Chromecast device on your TV. And cast whatever content you want from your phone to your TV.

So after completing all the above steps, you will see a cast icon on your phone whenever your phone and Chromecast device are connected to the same WiFi network. Most commonly, the cast icon will appear when you are watching any video on the youtube app.

How can you do the Chromecast Setup with Google TV?

Most of the setup part of the Chromecast with Google TV is the same as the simple Chromecast device. But there are some differences in the later steps.

So foremost, you need to connect the Chromecast device with the HDMI port of the TV. And then power on the device as well. If you want a stronger internet connection, you can use a Hard-wire connection such as the Ethernet cable. Then power on your TV and select the HDMI port to which the Chromecast device is connected.

Once complete all the above steps, you need to follow the following steps to complete the setup process:

  • So foremost, connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device is connected to.
  • Then download the Android version of the Google Home app from Playstore on your phone. In case you are using an iPhone device, use the App Store to download the iOS version.
  • Then once you complete the initial setup steps, you will land on the app’s main page. So here, you first need to select the Add button, then Select Set up devices option, and finally select the Set up new devices option and select your Chromecast device.
  • Now you will see a QR code appearing on your TV screen. You need to scan the code using your phone and then wait till your device connects to the tv.
  • Next, you need to complete the further instructions, and reset of the setup process will be completed by Google TV itself.

Now the part is remote setup. And although the remote is usually setup up automatically. But if it fails the automatic setup, you need to follow these steps to set up the remote:

  • So foremost, you will see an option for Control Volume and power with your Chromecast remote.
  • Then select the Set up remote
  • Next, you need to specify the brand name of your remote to configure the volume button.
  • Now you will hear the TV saying; you’ll hear music next. So please check that the Audio devices such as the TV or Speaker are working well. And then select the Next
  • Once you hear the sound coming from your TV, you need to point your remote towards the TV and control the volume.
  • Then the UI of the TV will ask if the volume buttons are working well. You have to respond by selecting Yes, or No, or Try Again.
  • You also have to configure the power button. To do so, first, turn the TV off by pressing the Power Then wait for eight seconds and turn the TV back on using the power button.
  • Then the UI will ask you if turning the TV on/off worked well. You can respond by selecting Yes, or No, or Try again, according to your preferences.
  • Next, you need to configure the input buttons. To do so, point the remote towards the TV and cycle through the different input options. Once you complete the cycle, select the input option to which the Chromecast device is connected.
  • Now the UI will ask if the input button worked properly. You can select one of the options between Yes, No, or Try again.
  • And after you complete all these steps, you will see the Chromecast Remote is the ready message on your TV screen.

So these were the steps to set up the Chromecast device on the Ordinary TV and the Google TV.