If you have an HDMI compatible monitor with built-in speakers, you should be able to use Chromecast with a monitor. If your HDMI compatible monitor doesn’t have internal speakers, you can still connect the Chromecast with some extra steps. Plug your Chromecast into the HDMI port on your monitor.
Technically, your chrome cast will act the same way in your monitor as it would in a TV. Your monitor might not have sound, in which case you will need a middle man like audio device that captures and allows sound output on separate speakers.
You could be asking “How do I connect Chromecast to a monitor with no audio?”
Plug the Chromecast into your monitor, power on the monitor and use your Smartphone or other mobile device to set up the Chromecast. Once its connected you can use your Smartphone or tablet as a remote. HDMI compatible monitor with no audio While the video should play on your screen, you’ll have to try a work around to get audio.
Can I chromecast to my tv?
At its core, though, the Chromecast with Google TV still is a Chromecast. It still has a permanently attached HDMI dongle that you plug into the back of your television. You can still use your smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc, to cast media to your TV, too.
I decided that perhaps it was a good idea to hook up my Chromecast 2 to the monitor and use it for the time being instead of a television. I’m so happy with the outcome that I’ve decided to not purchase a television at all! Here’s why: The Chromecast works really well on my monitor.
How do I connect Chromecast to my TV?
Step 1: Plug in your Chromecast device. Plug Chromecast into your TV, then connect the USB power cable to your Chromecast. Then either plug the other end of the USB power cable into an open USB port on your TV OR into the included power adapter which you will then plug into a power outlet. Note: Only use the provided AC adapter.
Can Chromecast with Google TV play games and apps?
That means the Chromecast with Google TV has access to the Google Play Store and all the Android TV apps and games one can find there. It also has access to Google Play Movies & TV, which, somewhat confusingly, is also getting a rebrand to Google TV.
What is the difference between Chromecast and Google TV?
In a way, this is a wholly different device from every other Chromecast we’ve seen. At its core, though, the Chromecast with Google TV still is a Chromecast. It still has a permanently attached HDMI dongle that you plug into the back of your television.
Does Chromecast turn your screen purple?
It depends on monitor. My acer screen connected to chromecast turns a tint of purple when connected to monitor only. It does work on my other monitors. They are newer though, both manufactured in 2015.
When you get a Chromecast, you’ll get the device itself, a power brick, and a USB cable. To set up everything, first plug in the USB cable into the corresponding port on your Chromecast. You’ll hear a snap when it’s secured.