Android TV is a version of Android that has been enhanced for use on large screens. It is simple to use, has several good apps, and supports voice control through Google Assistant. Here is all the information you need to know about it, including how it works, when you should use it, and which devices support it. We’ve also included instructions on how to set up and use Google’s streaming platform on Android TV. ..
Steps to set up and use Google streaming platform on Android TV
Set up an Android TV
Step 2: Turn off your computer. It’s recommended that you turn your computer off when connecting or disconnecting devices. Step 3: Turn off your phone. It’s recommended that you turn off your phone when connecting or disconnecting devices.
Step 3: Connect the Android TV box to your home network. You can find your home network in the settings of your Android TV box.
Step 4: Connect the phone to your TV using an HDMI cable. If you’re using a phone with a 3.5mm audio jack, you’ll need to use that too. Step 5: Turn on your TV and phone. Make sure they’re both turned on and connected to the same network. If you have an older TV or don’t have an HDMI port, you can try connecting them through Component or composite cables.
Connect the Android TV box’s power cable to the wall outlet.
The final step is to insert the batteries into the Android TV box’s remote. The remote should come with batteries, but you can use any two AAA batteries.
TV power button or panel
If you have a Comcast or Time Warner Cable TV, the input button will be labeled " Comcast." If you have a DirecTV or Dish Network TV, the input button will be labeled " DirecTV."
If you’re using an HDMI port that’s labeled “HDMI,” select it to continue.
If you have a new TV, you may need to pair the remote. If you have an older TV, the remote may already be paired. ..
Set up internet connection on Android TV
Step 2: Change the channel to your desired one. Step 3: Get comfortable on the couch or bed. Step 4: Take a break from watching TV. Step 5: When you’re ready to continue watching TV, press the remote again to bring up the settings panel.
Step 2: Use the directional pad on the remote to navigate down to the network option and use the middle button to open the network options.
If you’re using a Wi-Fi enabled device, make sure it’s enabled by checking the toggle at the top of the flyout. Once it’s enabled, wait for the device to scan for networks.
Once the TV has found your Wi-Fi network, use the direction buttons to move down to your network and the middle button to connect.
If your network requires a password, enter the password using the on-screen keyboard and the direction buttons. Then click the Enter symbol on the on-screen keyboard to start connecting.
Your TV displays a message that it is connecting and then confirms it is connected. ..
Connect Google account to Android TV
Step 2: Change the input source to “TV” and press the OK button. To watch TV shows and movies on your computer, you’ll need to first change the input source to “TV.” After doing so, press the OK button to confirm your selection. ..
Step 2: In the settings panel, scroll down and select Accounts & sign-in. You can now sign in to your account by clicking on the Sign In link in the top right corner of the screen. ..
To add an account, select “Add account” from Accounts & sign-in. ..
Next, you will be asked to provide your credentials. Your email address will be used to authenticate your identity and to authorize the process of downloading and installing the software.
Step 5: Enter your password on the next screen. You can show your password with a checkbox under the text field to make it easier to see. Once you have entered your password, select Enter to sign in.
Install apps on Android TV
With your Google account linked to your Android TV, you can now download apps to have access to more content or, if you want, play games. Much like on an Android phone or tablet, Android TV also supports app installation. ..
Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the app drawer and select “Manage Applications.” Step 3: Select the application you want to delete and press “Delete.” To delete an application on your iPhone, open the app drawer by selecting Apps on the homescreen. Scroll to the bottom of the app drawer and select Manage Applications. Select the application you want to delete and press Delete. ..
Step 2: Open the Play Store and find and open the Play Store app.
To find an app in the Play Store, either search for it by selecting the search bar and typing the app name or manually find it by browsing through the store. ..
Step 4: Select the correct result in the search results to install. ..
After a short wait, the app appears in your app drawer, and you can access it as you would on your phone or tablet.
Final Words
To set up and use Google streaming platform on Android TV, first make sure you have the latest version of the Google TV app. If you don’t have it, you can download it from the Google Play store. Once you have the app, open it and sign in with your Google account. Then open the Settings app and select “Google TV” under “Settings” on the left hand side. Under “Google Cast”, select “On” to enable casting. If you don’t have a Chromecast or an Android phone with a cast enabled device, you can still cast content using your phone’s screen by using the built-in speaker on your device. OnceCast is enabled in Settings, all of your content will be cast from your devices to your television. You can also cast content from other devices like a computer or laptop if they are connected to an HDMI port. To start casting content, open a movie or show that you want to watch on your television and press play on one of your devices.
