How to Cast to Roku TV from PC or Mobile｜BJCast

Casting to Roku TV from a PC or mobile device allows you to enjoy content from your computer or phone on the big screen. Here’s how you can do it:

Prepare Your Roku TV for Casting

1. Ensure Connectivity: Make sure your Roku TV is connected to your home Wi-Fi network.
2. Add Channels: While not critical for all casting services, adding the services you usually cast from as new Roku channels using the Roku TV menu can enable additional functionality.
3. Device Connectivity: Ensure your PC or mobile device is also connected to the same home Wi-Fi network.

Cast to Roku TV from Your Computer

For Windows (Miracast Supported):

1. Open Notifications: Select the notifications icon at the lower right corner of your Windows computer.
2. Project Options: Choose “Project” from the list of icons.
3. Connect to Wireless Display: On the list of project orientations, select “Connect to a wireless display” at the bottom.
4. Select Roku TV: Your Roku TV device will appear as a wireless display option. Select it to start mirroring your computer display to the Roku TV.

Note: This method is specific to Windows computers that support Miracast. Mac and Linux users may need alternative solutions.

For All Computers (Using Casting Icon):

1. Open Supported Website or App: Open a website or app that supports casting to Roku TV (e.g., YouTube TV, YouTube).
2. Select Casting Icon: Look for the casting icon (usually a small rectangle with a Wi-Fi symbol inside or similar) in the video player or on the website.
3. Choose Roku TV: From the list of available casting devices, select your Roku TV.
4. Start Casting: The video or content will now start playing on your Roku TV.

Cast to Roku TV from Your Mobile Device

1. Download Roku App: Ensure you have the Roku mobile app installed on your smartphone or tablet. This app serves as a remote control and also supports casting.
2. Open Roku App: Launch the Roku app on your mobile device.
3. Casting Options: Depending on the app or service you’re using, look for the casting icon or casting options within the app.
4. Select Roku TV: Choose your Roku TV from the list of available casting devices.
5. Start Casting: Start playing the content, and it should now appear on your Roku TV.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Ensure Compatibility: Not all websites or apps support casting to Roku TV. Check the Roku channel store or the app’s settings to confirm compatibility.
• Update Software: Ensure your Roku TV, mobile device, and computer are running the latest software versions.
• Restart Devices: Sometimes, restarting your Roku TV, computer, or mobile device can resolve casting issues.
• Check Network Connectivity: Verify that all devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and that the network is stable.

By following these steps, you should be able to cast content from your PC or mobile device to your Roku TV seamlessly.