Set up your Chromecast with Google TV
and Voice Remote
Your Chromecast and the Google Home app will walk you through the steps to set up your
Chromecast with Google TV and Voice remote.
If you want to set up a different device, you can find the instructions in
in the Google Home
What you need to get started
A Chromecast with Google TV and Chromecast Voice remote.
A display device with an HDMI input, such as a high-definition television (HDTV).
A mobile phone or tablet (recommended but optional).
The phone or tablet must meet the
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requirements
It must have the latest version of the
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It also must support a 5 GHz connection to set up Chromecast on a 5 GHz
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connection. Note: A WPA2-Enterprise network is not supported.
A
Google
Account.
Note: For best results, use a Gmail account.
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A secure internet connection.
If you use a wireless network, make sure you have the wireless network
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password handy.
You can also use an
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Set up your Chromecast and Voice remote
Start with the TV and Chromecast remote
Note: Use the directional pad (D-pad) on the remote to navigate and select.
1. Power on your TV.
2. Plug your Chromecast into an available HDMI input on your TV or other display
device.
3. Plug one end of the power supply cable into your Chromecast and the other end into
an open outlet.
1. You can also
4. Plug your Chromecast into an available HDMI input on your TV or other display
device.
5. Switch your TV to the HDMI input your Chromecast is plugged into
remote to pair.
1. In most cases, the remote will pair automatically. But if the TV screen shows
"Start pairing," press and hold the Back and Home buttons on the remote until
the LED light on the remote starts to pulse.
6. Select the language you want to use.
app.
to run the Google Home app
Ethernet
connect your Chromecast to an Ethernet
minimum Operating System (OS)
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Google Home app
connection.
Set up smart devices
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network.
wait for the
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Questions and answers
What if I dont have a remote
You can use Google Chromecast without a remote by using the Google Home app on your mobile phone. Follow these steps:
1. Download and install the Google Home app from the Google Play Store or App Store.
2. Open the app and ensure your phone is connected to the same WiFi network as your Chromecast.
3. Use the app to control and configure your Chromecast.
If your Chromecast is not connected to WiFi, you may need to set it up using the Google Home app on a device that can create a temporary hotspot.
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