The question “how to transfer video from computer to TV” is relevant for all fans of watching movies in good quality from the “big screen”. In one of the previous articles, we talked in detail, here we will consider connecting a TV to a computer via wifi.
However, before you wirelessly sync your TV to your computer, make sure that:
Now directly about the connection.
Accordingly, it is necessary that both devices support this technology.
Synchronizing a computer with a TV is not particularly difficult:
Open the program "Intel Wireless Display" - you will be prompted to connect to the monitors found - mark your TV and click "Connect". After that, a digital code will appear on the TV, which will need to be entered into the program on the computer.
Most relevant for Windows 8 / 8.1 / 10 operating systems.
Click on the "Device" button in the lower right corner of the screen, then "Projector" - "Add a wireless display" and add your TV in the same way as in the previous method.
For Windows 10, the procedure is slightly different. Open Options - Devices - Connected Devices and click Add Device.
Like the previous connection option, such a connection of a TV to a computer via wifi is not particularly difficult: the program is intuitive and it will not be difficult to figure it out.
The main condition for synchronization is the support of technologies from the TV and computer.
After starting the program, you will be prompted to carry out the initial settings:
At the first stage, "Device type", "File support" and "Color palette" of the program are selected.
In the next step, select which folders will be available for viewing: select only what you need and click "Finish".
To enable the "Media Server" press "Start" - your TV will appear in the "DMR Playback Device" section - press "Play".
It should be noted right away that this device is worth the money spent, and setting up the connection of the computer to the TV is carried out as follows:
Here, in principle, are all the most relevant options for connecting a computer to a TV using wireless data transmission.
Modern technology is steadily advancing, and just a couple of years ago, TVs with Smart PC connectivity) were a luxury. But today such a device can be seen in almost every average family. These devices are distinguished by good synergy with a home computer, be it a laptop or a stationary unit.
And although many are already using this smart innovation with might and main, not everyone has really figured out how exactly the computer is connected to the TV via WiFi. Of course, you can go the easier way and connect two devices via an HDMI cable, since every modern TV and computer video card is equipped with such an interface. But this method is not always acceptable, since not everyone has a TV located next to the system unit, and a laptop may not be at hand. Among other things, all kinds of wires significantly restrict your movement, forcing you to "dance" in the immediate vicinity of the PC. Therefore, wireless connection of a computer to a TV has its undeniable advantages.
Almost all methods that will be described below require a wireless protocol on the TV itself. However, almost the entire range of smart models is equipped with a Wi-Fi adapter. The methods for connecting a computer to a TV described in this article are applicable for Windows 7, 8, 10 operating systems.
This is one of the most common ways to connect a TV to a personal computer. In addition to having a Wi-Fi adapter, you need the TV itself to be connected to the same network as the computer, that is, a shared router.
If your device supports the Wi-Fi Direct function, then you can do without a router by simply connecting to the network in which the smart TV is located. Wireless connection of a computer to a TV is carried out through the menu of a smart device according to the same principle as similar devices with the "Direct" function.
Next, you need to configure our computer, indicating the correct data of the DLNA server, that is, open shared access to the necessary folders. In such cases, it is enough to set the "Home" section in the parameters of the current network. In the basic settings of the section, the folders "Videos", "Music", "Pictures" and "Documents" are already shared, but if not, then by clicking on the right mouse button in the "Properties" menu, you can configure the corresponding section.
One of the fastest ways to find access to folders is to open the standard Windows Explorer, then select the Network item and after the Network Discovery message appears, click on it and follow the simple instructions. If instead of this messages will be displayed multimedia servers, then most likely, you already have everything set up for further work.
Sony's devices are equipped with special proprietary Bravia software, where, after going to the Home section, the connected folders with video, music or images will be visible. LG's software has a SmartShare menu item, where all public folders on the computer are also visible. For other device models, there are similar applications that work in a similar way.
It is also possible to control the TV via a computer (WiFi-DLNA). With the correct settings of the servers and the router, it is enough to select the desired file in the Windows explorer, and then, using the drop-down menu, click on the item "Play on * TV name *". In this case, the wireless broadcast of the stream from the personal computer to the smart device will begin.
Note. Sometimes, even if your device supports MKV format, these files may not play through DLNA connection. The simplest solution in this case is to simply rename the problematic file to the AVI extension, and then everything will work.
If in the past case it was about how to play certain files from a computer on a TV, having gained access to them, then we will consider broadcasting any image from a monitor of a personal computer or laptop to a smart device via Wi-Fi. Simply put - using the device as a wireless monitor.
The main technologies that are used in this case are Miracast and WiDi from Intel, and, judging by the latest data, the second has become fully compatible with the first. Connecting a computer to a TV via WiFi-WiDi takes place without the participation of a router, because the synchronization takes place directly through the "Direct" -protocols.
If you have a laptop or personal computer based on the third generation Intel, then most likely it is equipped with a proprietary wireless adapter and must support WiDi protocols in both Windows 7 and 8 versions. In some cases, additional installation of the Wireless Display application from Intel, which can be found on the official website of the brand, may be required.
If your computer was purchased with a preinstalled Windows 8.1 operating system and equipped with a Wi-Fi adapter, then most likely it supports Miracast technology. Past generations of OS, alas, do not provide such support, but you can connect a computer and a TV via WiFi using this technology if the smart device has a built-in Mirakast adapter.
Your smart device must be configured to support Mirakast or WiDi technologies. The basic parameters provide for the activation of this function by default, and sometimes this item in the menu simply does not exist (it is enough to have the "Wi-Fi" module). It should be noted separately that on Samsung TVs this option is called Screen Mirroring and this item is located in the network settings section.
Connecting a computer to a TV via WiFi using WiDi technology on a PC, launch the program and then find a wireless monitor in the list. In some cases, you may need to enter a security code that is displayed on the TV screen.
To use the Mirakast technology, you need to open the Charms panel, then select the "Devices" item, and then - "Projector" (transfer to the screen). Next, click on "Add wireless display" - and you can start broadcasting. If the last menu item is not displayed, it means that your personal computer or laptop does not support Mirakast protocols. The only thing that can help is updating the drivers for your Wi-Fi adapter, but if even after this step there is no support, then you need to update the hardware, not the software.
It should be noted separately that no problems were noticed in the broadcast with the Mirakast technology, while WiDi protocols were often knocked out of the network, and the entire connection process was accompanied by, albeit small, but unpleasant nuances like device reboots or incorrect display TV model.
If you do not own a smart device, but your TV is equipped with an HDMI output, then you still have the opportunity to connect it to your computer wirelessly. The only thing that is needed for this enterprise is an additional gadget specially designed for such purposes.
The most interesting devices in this category:
There are still some less popular ways to connect a computer to a TV via wireless protocols (like YUSB or Mirakast adapters), but due to their specificity, they are not as popular as the methods described above.
05/30/2019 at 18:27 (1 month ago)
Hello, tell me, please, if it's not difficult
I bought 50uk6410 a couple of days ago, the network from the router (D-Link DIR-300) to the PC goes through a cable, to the TV via Wi-Fi (the TV is located behind the carrier wall from the computer and the router). The computer also has a TL-WN751ND network adapter (via PCI). At first I tried to use Display Share, a 4k movie with a volume of about 60 GB was played normally, except for some inadequate sound lag, it felt per second, which was then half-eliminated by digging into the sound settings and turning on the "Bypass" function, but still a little lag remained and caused discomfort. Then I decided to set up DLNA, and here everything is completely sad, the sound seems to be lagging, but it's impossible to watch, it constantly loads.
Everything started up nicely through the external HDD.
Help me understand what equipment is used when using these functions: a computer network adapter or a router? And will their change (they are ancient) help in solving the problem? Is anyone here playing 4k movies over Display Share over Wi-Fi without audio lag? And what is the real speed of this so-called "LAN network" needed for playback without freezes, is it equal to dividing the volume of the film by its timing, that is, for a 60 GB film with a duration of 2 hours 60 * 1024 * 8 / (2 * 60 * 60 ) = 68 Mbps
The problem with audio latency via Display Share was observed even when broadcasting a stream from Twitch in FullHD, although there was no delay after doing the same from a phone 2 meters from the TV.
thanks
05/30/2019 at 19:46 (1 month ago)
Hello. Heavy movies are best watched from USB sticks. I cannot guarantee that such films will be played through some specific equipment without loading and delaying the sound. This is all very individual. Up to how well your TV picks up the Wi-Fi network, what is the signal level. The connection speed strongly depends on this.
As for your equipment. Is the computer still connected via cable, or via Wi-Fi via TL-WN751ND? Or is it all buggy? The D-Link DIR-300 router, of course, is very weak for such tasks. We need a more productive, gigabit one (with the speed of WAN / LAN ports up to 1 Gbps. D-Link DIR-300 has up to 100 Mbps) with support for the 5 GHz band. Well, if the PC is connected via Wi-Fi, then it needs a Wi-Fi adapter with support for the 5 GHz band. TL-WN751ND is very weak, it has a maximum speed of up to 150 Mbps. If by cable, then the computer must have a gigabit network card (it is possible that one is installed there, if the computer is not very ancient).
LG 50UK6410 TV supports Wi-Fi in the 5 GHz band and 802.11ac standard. If the TV and PC are connected to a router in the 5 GHz range (using the 802.11ac standard), then the speed will be much higher. Well, or a PC via cable via a gigabit card.
But whether there will be a stable Wi-Fi network coverage in the 5 GHz range near the TV is a question. As the coverage in this range is usually slightly weaker compared to 2.4 GHz. It is already necessary to look at it on the spot. Much depends on the distance and the wall (thickness, material).
New smart home appliances never cease to amaze with their capabilities. The trendy subject of recent days has become the so-called "smart TV", which is serially produced by every manufacturer of household appliances. On the counter, they can be distinguished by the Smart TV prefix attached to the name. But what is their feature and why are they so convenient? Let's take a look at this using LG Smart TVs as an example.
An ordinary TV is capable of playing terrestrial television programs and accessing the Internet, if there is an appropriate connector. In fact, it is a monitor with a radio wave receiver and connectors for some devices. Control of what is happening on the screen is carried out using the connected device, and not directly the TV receiver. But the presence of the LG Smart TV function in the device allows you to play games, work with Internet applications, view photos and videos from any modern storage medium.
Such a device, although it is called a TV, is functionally something like a huge smartphone. LG Smart TV. It is capable of amazing speed (fantastically fast) and accuracy to exchange information of any type with a laptop, tablet, phone, controlling information. This became possible due to the fact that this technology supports several data exchange technologies at once.
Computer technologies have firmly entered our lives, making TV gather dust on the shelf. After all, the normal speed of data exchange was previously possible only between IT devices like a modern smartphone, personal computer and different tablets. And the TV turned on only when there was a desire to watch video on a screen with a larger diagonal than a laptop or monitor. But with the help of TV, the modern TV has gained a lot of new opportunities, for example:
The above is just a short list of Smart TV features. It turns out that this is no longer a TV receiver, to which we are accustomed, but a modern intelligent entertainment center.
Do you want to show photos or video footage with friends and family, but do not want to huddle in front of the small screen of your mobile phone? Connect your smart device to and enjoy a high-quality picture on a large display. How to do this - read the article. We examined 10 popular ways to connect a mobile phone to a television screen.
Some methods are suitable for android gadgets, some for iPhones. Read on to find the one that suits you best. The article describes both connection methods, involving the use of both USB wires, and wireless options.
This cord is another option that makes it possible to synchronize a smartphone with a TV screen. MHL is a combination of the function performed by HDMI (for example), which is responsible for transferring high quality audio and video signals, and micro USB, which powers the smartphone's battery.
Important: the adapter must be selected corresponding, for example, MiniDisplay-Port to HDMI.
In fact, it is an interface standard for outputting signals to monitors, known to the user as Display-Port. The prefix "mini" says that this is a miniature copy of it, allowing you to use the appropriate connector for mobile gadgets.
Slimport was offered to users of smart devices by Analogix, based on the development of DisplayPort.
This standard works on almost the same principle as the well-known MHL: support for 7.1 multichannel sound, UltraHD and 4K playback. To connect to external image sources, DisplayPort or HDMI is used, a USB microslot on the user's gadget.
Important:Direct connection of a mobile phone to a TV is not possible in all cases, so the user is advised to stock up on an additional adapter.
Individual features of "slimport":
Chromecast is a Google development that allows you to display an image on a TV screen from a mobile gadget, for example, with.
What to do:
The advantages of using a Chromecast service are to increase the speed of interaction with the host of smart TVs.
DLANA is a technology for exchanging media data (between devices supporting this technology), provided that the interacting devices are united by a network connection.
Attention!To owners of smartphones released, DLNA is known as "SMART SHARE". At Samsung, this technology is called AllShare, and this shell is called VAIO Media Server.
How to synchronize a DLNA service with a smartphone (for example):
You need to make sure that all devices have an internet signal
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Launch "Gallery"
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Select any of the available files
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Click "more"
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Select a player that matches the brand or specific model of your TV.
After the actions performed by the user, the selected photo will appear on the TV display automatically. This applies to any files stored in the smartphone gallery.
Note: if the task was not completed, then the user will need to download a shell that is compatible with the brand of the device. As a rule, the name of the shell is identical to the additional software.
The development-based Wi-Fi Direct Miracast is a great option for connecting smart devices to TVs wirelessly.
Peculiarities:
There were some drawbacks here: not every gadget supports miracast connections, and besides, this standard has no compatibility with 4K quality, while “smart” mobile phones are able to make such images.
