Google Chromecast is a line of media players developed by
Google. They are small dongles, which allow the user to transmit video and
audio from smartphones to televisions, laptops or cloud services to the
television. The main features are:
· Streaming media.
- Chromecast allows you to stream various forms of media from applications such
as YouTube, Netflix, Spotify, among others.
· Cross-platform
compatibility. – Chromecast has the ability to work with various operating
systems, including Windows, Android, iOS, macOS.
· Google home. – Chromecast, being a product developed by Google, can be integrated with Google home, which allows the user to control it via voice commands.
ISSUES
However, Google Chromecast has some problems that will be
detailed below.
· Connectivity
problems
The correct operation of Chromecast is based on a stable
Wi-Fi connection, so if the signal is weak or unstable, connection problems may
appear. Additionally, certain network configurations such as firewalls or
proxies may not be supported.
· Casting problems
Although the most popular apps are compatible with
Chromecast, certain less popular apps are not compatible with Chromecast. Data
transmission latency can be an issue when streaming live content or mirroring.
· Power problems
Google Chromecast requires a power source of 5[V], 1-1.5[A]
(depending on the model), this power source can be taken either from the
television's USB port or from a separate power adapter. The problem appears
when the power supplies do not supply enough energy.
CONFIGURATION
The configuration can be done for both homes and hotels.
To configure the Google Chromecast device, you must follow
the following steps:
· Physical
configuration
The device must be connected to the available HDMI port (the
port depends on whether the service is provided by another company), in
addition, the device must be connected to a power source, it may be from the
TV's USB port or a separate adapter.
· Change TV input
If the service is provided by an external company, the
recommended HDMI port must be connected, otherwise the television remote
control must be used to switch to the HDMI input where the Chromecast is
connected.
· Google Home app
The Google home application must be installed on the
smartphone or tablet, this works for both Android and iOS. The app will
automatically detect the Chromecast device, otherwise it must be detected
manually.
The device must connect to the same Wi-Fi network as the TV.
Within Google home you must change the name of the device, it must have the
name of the area where the television is located.
· Cast content
To cast content from your smartphone or tablet to your TV,
you must open a compatible app, tap the cast icon, select the Chromecast name,
and the content starts playing on the TV.
If a company provides the service, after setting up the
Chromecast, the company must enable the service remotely through the TV's MAC
address. When this happens, a QR code is displayed on the television which
allows the user to scan it and allow the content of the applications to be
transmitted to the television.