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==Apple==
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=Procedures for Usage=
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The basic procedure for using Chromecast is that you first need a compatible device, you have chrome installed with the cast plugin, and you have a chromcast device on the same wireless network.
==Laptop==
==Laptop==
#Install Google Chrome browser <br>
#Install Google Chrome browser <br>

Revision as of 09:54, 27 June 2014

Chromecast is a device from Google that allows streaming video from computers, phones, and tablets.
It is plugged into the HDMI port of the projector.

System Requirements

MS Windows

  • Windows 7 or later,

Linux

Apple

Procedures for Usage

The basic procedure for using Chromecast is that you first need a compatible device, you have chrome installed with the cast plugin, and you have a chromcast device on the same wireless network.

Laptop

  1. Install Google Chrome browser
  2. Download the chromecast extension
  3. Connect your laptop to the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast
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  4. Surf to desired content, using Chrome browser
  5. Click the "cast" button, within the Chrome browser extension

Mobile Devices

On mobile devices, you will need the appropriater app installed on the table or smart phone being used.

Apple

IOS compatible application from the AppStore for the following:

  • iPad
  • iPhone

Android

Get the chromcast app from Google Play store