Screen casting help

#26
#26
It needs a network because there has to be a way to connect the devices. The other way is to use a cable connected to your laptop or maybe a tablet with some type of adapter
 
#27
#27
I've got a Chromecast set up for my son when he's watching YouTube. He finds a video he wants to watch, hits the cast button and it's on the TV. I still have the original Chromecast on their TV and it works great
 
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utvolpj said:
It needs a network because there has to be a way to connect the devices. The other way is to use a cable connected to your laptop or maybe a tablet with some duty of adapter
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Yes, I have used my work laptop + HDMI before.
 
#29
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utvolpj said:
It needs a network because there has to be a way to connect the devices. The other way is to use a cable connected to your laptop or maybe a tablet with some type of adapter
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I have researched the cable thing and that won't work. Most devices do not output HDMI video through the charging port (usually micro USB). I can understand it needs the wireless network but not sure why it needs internet. I've experimented by unplugging the internet from the router and it will not work. My guess is they want to know what you're watching. If someone could come up with a streaming device that didn't require internet but cast directly to the TV I think it would sell. My GoPro will stream live right to my phone in HD so I know it can be done.
 
#30
#30
Once an appletv is setup (which requires internet), you don't need internet. You can airplay without internet.

I imagine the same is true for local content and a Chromecast. But, if you are doing netflix, YouTube, etc, your phone is just sending your Chromecast a link to play whatever you're watching.
 
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DrRosenRosen said:
Once an appletv is setup (which requires internet), you don't need internet. You can airplay without internet.

I imagine the same is true for local content and a Chromecast. But, if you are doing netflix, YouTube, etc, your phone is just sending your Chromecast a link to play whatever you're watching.
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I have Chromecast and it requires internet to play local content on your phone or tablet. I tried unplugging just the internet and it wouldn't play ish until it was restored.
 
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InVOLuntary said:
I have Chromecast and it requires internet to play local content on your phone or tablet. I tried unplugging just the internet and it wouldn't play ish until it was restored.
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If you have a stand alone router it should definitely work.
 
#34
#34
From what I'm reading, chromecast without internet may be possible but it's not super simple. I realize local content wouldn't be going out over the internet and back, so I guess they just want to track usage.

Airplay can be done without internet on apple devices.
 
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InVOLuntary said:
I have researched the cable thing and that won't work. Most devices do not output HDMI video through the charging port (usually micro USB). I can understand it needs the wireless network but not sure why it needs internet. I've experimented by unplugging the internet from the router and it will not work. My guess is they want to know what you're watching. If someone could come up with a streaming device that didn't require internet but cast directly to the TV I think it would sell. My GoPro will stream live right to my phone in HD so I know it can be done.
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You wouldn't even need wifi with an Android TV box. Just put media on a thumb drive and slip it in the box to view.

Here's a link to the M9 box...I have an M8 and it works fine. My Apple TV4 is better but quite a bit more expensive.

https://www.amazon.com/Android-Amlogic-Support-Preloaded-streaming/dp/B01DDLAHLY/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1484615540&sr=1-3&keywords=android+tv+box
 
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