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Is there any accessories, which should I order to connect my Nexus 7 to video projector (HDMI, VGA)?
I thought there was a USB to HDMI cable somewhere... i found it in a other post.
dont have a link..
I was under the assumption the N7 has no video out support?
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You mean anything like this http://www.amazon.com/Menotek-Adapter-IMPROVED-Protocol-Sensation/dp/B005F9W6DU?
So it seems it will not work http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/29/3127278/nexus-7-mhl-usb-otg
Did't know that.. like other things about the N7
so i dont have to order this.
I was hoping it would have usb host aka usb on the go so that I could hook up my Canon DSLR and use this as a remote shutter/video screen for shooting advanced movies etc. It was more of a side wish, but not a killing point, however I really do hope future firmwares would include this.
I'm guessing google don't want any video out accessory because they plan on selling the Nexus Q
no MHL and no HDMI.
basically there is no video-out on the device. sucks but true.
No MHL
Not having MHL support and no support to external HDD/pen drive was a big disappointment indeed.
For the lack of MHL, there might be soon a great alternative: Android Transporter software + Raspberry Pi
For external HDD/pen drive support, I'm sure someone will figure out a solution soon
maizein said:
For external HDD/pen drive support, I'm sure someone will figure out a solution soon
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Uhh, it's been figured out for a long time. Root and use Stickmount
mewantnexus7 said:
Uhh, it's been figured out for a long time. Root and use Stickmount
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Yup watched a movie off an external HDD today.
Hello y'all,
I'm a school teacher and the school just bought me a Nexus7 and I LOVE IT! I'm here because I use Power Point everyday and I was wondering if there is an accessory or a way to connect my Tablet to my HDMI projector wirelessly, so I can slid through my solids on my tablet. Any help would be great.
Thanks Guys!
Mirroring just isn't possible on the N7 currently :crying:
can you use the bluetooth to do a remote desktop with a laptop that is hooked up to the projector?
just a suggestion
I know this isn't exactly what you are looking for but if you can get a computer connected to the projector and the n7 on the same network there are several good PC remote apps. I used andremote for a long time and was happy with it.
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You can use Splashtop Remote Desktop from the Play store
Look at mirrorop in market.
U can mirror nexus on a PC, or on another tablet/one.
I mirrored my Xoom to nexus7 and had xoom connected to TV so I had the Xoom screen on my TV and my nexus 7 and full control of xoom from my 7.
Check it out
http://db.tt/4o3GOC6n
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Miracast
if you have a pc connected to the display http://pptremotecontrol.com/ is great for Power Point presentations on the android device you can see the slide and notes, control the presentation and a virtual pointer on the screen.
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Miracast
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Just a protocol, you need software and hardware that uses it.
Lot of good suggestions so far but they all require another expensive computer or tablet. The easy solution that being a simple hardware device that listens on WiFi and connects to an HDMI video device without another computer that the Nexus 7 can talk to.
For a teacher, business, home user, you plug this device into any HDMI video device and play, images, video, whatever you have on the screen.
It's coming, but not here yet.
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You might want to consider a device like this the infinitec pocket tv http://shop.infinitec.com/ is is not a method to let you use your nexus but it is a android device with a hdmi output and a remote control. easy to carry and a lot less expensive than a pc.
krelvinaz said:
Just a protocol, you need software and hardware that uses it.
Lot of good suggestions so far but they all require another expensive computer or tablet. The easy solution that being a simple hardware device that listens on WiFi and connects to an HDMI video device without another computer that the Nexus 7 can talk to.
For a teacher, business, home user, you plug this device into any HDMI video device and play, images, video, whatever you have on the screen.
It's coming, but not here yet.
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Miracast will be your best option when available
NotablyNice said:
Miracast will be your best option when available
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Miracast is JUST a protocol. It is not an app, or a program. It is a standard that a number of hardware vendors are collaborating on. You need software and hardware that supports the protocol to use it.
Decent article on it:
http://arstechnica.com/information-...-promises-video-streaming-without-the-router/
krelvinaz said:
Miracast is JUST a protocol. It is not an app, or a program. It is a standard that a number of hardware vendors are collaborating on. You need software and hardware that supports the protocol to use it.
Decent article on it:
http://arstechnica.com/information-...-promises-video-streaming-without-the-router/
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.... I give up hope for humanity's stupidity
Tegra 3 already supports miracast, just needs to be enabled in the FIRMWARE. Most tvs in 2013 will support it without hardware dongle but a dongle will be a available for your HDMI slot. No different than using mhl cable with HDMI cable except, oh wait, this solution is wireless...
runandhide05 said:
Look at mirrorop in market.
U can mirror nexus on a PC, or on another tablet/one.
I mirrored my Xoom to nexus7 and had xoom connected to TV so I had the Xoom screen on my TV and my nexus 7 and full control of xoom from my 7.
Check it out
http://db.tt/4o3GOC6n
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Wow, works pretty cool, streaming video kind of stunk lol very laggy, but power point worked quite well actually.
Im going to keep trying out all your ideas guys, thanks for all the suggestions, you all have been a huge huge help!
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Wow, works pretty cool, streaming video kind of stunk lol very laggy, but power point worked quite well actually.
Im going to keep trying out all your ideas guys, thanks for all the suggestions, you all have been a huge huge help!
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Don't use my example which was very ****ty streaming video that was soly to do with the fact that I'm repo syncing on tow boxes..lol
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eodelf said:
You can use Splashtop Remote Desktop from the Play store
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+1
Splashtop is so responsive I use it to game on.
hottbill said:
+1
Splashtop is so responsive I use it to game on.
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Have fun paying a subscription to use it..
serchend said:
You might want to consider a device like this the infinitec pocket tv http://shop.infinitec.com/ is is not a method to let you use your nexus but it is a android device with a hdmi output and a remote control. easy to carry and a lot less expensive than a pc.
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Im looking into this as we speak.
Thanks
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Have fun paying a subscription to use it..
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where r u getting your info... splash top is a pay once for the app and that's it.
desktop utilities (streaming server and remote access) are free.
now splashtop2 costs a subscription
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runandhide05 said:
where r u getting your info... splash top is a pay once for the app and that's it.
desktop utilities (streaming server and remote access) are free.
now splashtop2 costs a subscription
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You're likely not to receive future updates. They are pushing users to the "free" Splashtop 2 app. Ipad users get lifetime anywhere pack. Android users don't. Splashtop has lost credibility and wouldn't touch their crap even with your devices.
Hey there,
I just want to tell you that Android Transporter is out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PsLb-nDXUyQ
http://esrlabs.com/android-transporter-for-the-nexus-7-and-the-raspberry-pi/
I would love to check it right now. But working...
Would love to see some comments from someone who checked it out.
fryroyal said:
Hey there,
I just want to tell you that Android Transporter is out.
http://esrlabs.com/android-transporter-for-the-nexus-7-and-the-raspberry-pi/
I would love to check it right now. But working...
Would love to see some comments from someone who checked it out.
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Do you actually need a projector? And a Rasperry PI?
I don't quite understand this I think
Wilks3y said:
Do you actually need a projector? And a Rasperry PI?
I don't quite understand this I think
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It`s like a self made Nexus Q.
The Raspi is essential.
Every Screen would work which has a component or HDMI interface.
I think as long no Miracast or Nexus Q is available ìt`s awesome.
fryroyal said:
It`s like a self made Nexus Q.
The Raspi is essential.
Every Screen would work which has a component or HDMI interface.
I think as long no Miracast or Nexus Q is available ìt`s awesome.
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I would be willing to get a Rasperry pi to do it, but could you put a HDMI cable into the rasperry, and then plug that into the TV and do it that way?
Or is the Projector essential also?
THANKS MATE !
fryroyal said:
It`s like a self made Nexus Q.
The Raspi is essential.
Every Screen would work which has a component or HDMI interface.
I think as long no Miracast or Nexus Q is available ìt`s awesome.
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Is it really the same as the Nexus Q? My reason for wanting to buy a Nexus Q (which isn't available in the UK), is as a party jukebox music hub, but reading the Android Transformer website, it doesn't seem to do much other than movie streaming...
The closest I have found is PlayMySong Android app.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playmysong.android&hl=en
However it's in rather a poor state of repair, the dev, a hipster it seems, focusing on Spotify...
Anyone know any alternatives?
What with miracast?
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I would be willing to get a Rasperry pi to do it, but could you put a HDMI cable into the rasperry, and then plug that into the TV and do it that way?
Or is the Projector essential also?
THANKS MATE !
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No projector needed. Any display with hdmi would do it too. Even old tv`s would work bacause of the component interface of the raspberry.
CrazyPeter said:
Is it really the same as the Nexus Q? My reason for wanting to buy a Nexus Q (which isn't available in the UK), is as a party jukebox music hub, but reading the Android Transformer website, it doesn't seem to do much other than movie streaming...
The closest I have found is PlayMySong Android app.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playmysong.android&hl=en
However it's in rather a poor state of repair, the dev, a hipster it seems, focusing on Spotify...
Anyone know any alternatives?
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No it`s not the same as the Nexus Q. It`s just streaming the screen content from your nexus 7 to a display.
fryroyal said:
No projector needed. Any display with hdmi would do it too. Even old tv`s would work bacause of the component interface of the raspberry.
No it`s not the same as the Nexus Q. It`s just streaming the screen content from your nexus 7 to a display.
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Great thanks bud, currently bidding on a Raspberry Pi as we Speak
why do i need an extra firmware on my N7?
some software for windows/linux would be fine - already have a htpc.
I prefer using the YouTube app on the ps3 control by the nexus 7
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You need extra firmware because they are trying to get the lowest latency possible so it just being an app wouldn't do. Although they didn't mention gaming in the youtube demo so I assume in it's first version it isn't capable of that yet.
I'm hoping they (or someone) can make a patch for other roms and I also hope this becomes a common feature for all roms.
Yes this is very similar to miracast and they even said when the miracast spec is finalized, they will modify this to be in spec.
Yes you currently need a raspberry pi, but they might write a linux client down the road. Hopefully other projects start on that, maybe a windows client too.
cant you just twonky your photos/vids onto your tv
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You need extra firmware because they are trying to get the lowest latency possible so it just being an app wouldn't do.
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Ah ok, thank you!
I talked to the devs a couple months ago when it was only working on the Nexus S. They said you can capture the stream using VLC as well, but it is complicated to set up.
When I get my replacement N7 I'm definitely working on that!
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I'm surprised some people are dismissing this. The nexus Q only streams content that you have in google play, it streams nothing from your actual device. Twonky et al stream stuff to a media capable device (e.g ps3) in formats that the receiving device support. Your ps3 can't play that mkv file? Well it's not playing. ps3 doesn't support the subs you have? You're not going to see them. Want to stream a game to your ps3/tv? Not happening.
Think of this more like wireless hdmi. Whatever is on your device you can stream to your large display. It's basically miracast but it's available now. In their earlier demos they demo'd streaming games but I guess/assume they haven't gotten the latency low enough yet.
And as another mentioned, you may be able to stream to a pc with vlc or another player. The main thing is hardware decoding on the pc end for lowest latency. Not sure what decoder chip the pi has but if that was in a pc already, it would make a port easier. So down the road, a pi wouldn't even be needed, not for streaming to a pc hooked up to a large display anyway.
Two things bugged me about the nexus 7: no hdmi and no sdslot. This would solve one of those issues.
Again, I hope this spreads to the other roms and becomes a default option that all of them have.
I was reading more on their website and the current transmit time is around 200 ms which is a little disappointing for games anyway. But another cool featue is it utilizes android beam to stream to another android device.
I have the same functionality with my Galaxy Note 10.1 to my Samsung LED TV... It's a cool feature.
I've already got two Raspberry Pi's... will be looking at this tonight.
See it clears the Nexus 7 but not sure if that is the unlocking of the bootloader (which is already done by me) or also the software. Will look when I get more time.
Got the RPi's for this function originally!
this is cool right now i send youtube/etc from n7 to my rasbpi xbmc using the yatse remote app...
hope they build this into one of the pi xbmc builds...
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This cements my decision to buy a Rasp Pi, don't forget to update the firmware to allow official overclocking!
http://www.raspberrypi.org/archives/2008
Lastly, does anybody know if it upscales to 1080p, or is limited to the Nexus's default resolution?
It would be interesting if it could upscale to a higher resolution but I kind of doubt it. My understanding is it's basically making a video on the fly of whats on your screen and then decoded on the other end. So I would think it would be 1:1 regarding resolution. However, it would be nice if there was a option to lower resolution to try and lower latency or increase framerate for gaming. Might not hurt the image too much although text might appear more fuzzy. But there may be a performance penalty simply by scaling the source image.
I don't currently have a pi yet but if anyone has tried it let us know how it went.
Oh, and I didn't notice you can already use this with vlc
vlc rtsp://<Asus-Nexus-7-IP-Address>:9000/android.sdp.
Too bad it doesn't transmit sound yet. Hmm, I do wish it was an app but understand why it's built into the rom. Given this was released same day as 4.1.2 I assume this is built on 4.1.1 but I don't see that mentioned on their site.
When I opened Nexus 4 and NetGear PTV3000 and they could not make connection because PTV3000 is still not Miracast certificated device.
I download one beta firmware 2.2.2 and upgrade the PTV3000. When it reboot and show its new ID on TV, Nexus 4 can locate and connect it.
I test some game and movie and TV can mirror the display of Nexus 4 perfectly. I think NetGear will get this device to get certification i early 2013 and release official firmware to assure 100% perfect stream between PTV3000 and Nexus 4.
How to locate PTV3000 ? Follow this steps: Setting -> Display -> Wireless Display.
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When I opened Nexus 4 and NetGear PTV3000 and they could not make connection because PTV3000 is still not Miracast certificated device.
I download one beta firmware 2.2.2 and upgrade the PTV3000. When it reboot and show its new ID on TV, Nexus 4 can locate and connect it.
I test some game and movie and TV can mirror the display of Nexus 4 perfectly. I think NetGear will get this device to get certification i early 2013 and release official firmware to assure 100% perfect stream between PTV3000 and Nexus 4.
How to locate PTV3000 ? Follow this steps: Setting -> Display -> Wireless Display.
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Download link for updates please?
Subhanzg said:
Download link for updates please?
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My download link: http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=181354&uk=3574387825&third=0
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My download link:
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Thanks! but I'm confused. It updated fine. and now it responses to be device as well. my TV says "Connecting to wireless display" while showing green wifi bars and my device says its connected.. but nothing after that..
Although it made a random group named DIRECT-zj .. also while waiting for it to connect, I noticed there's a wireless network available with same name as the that group (DIRECT-zj). It says WPS available but WPS receiver didn't work. its WPA2 encrypted and I cant think of any password. I think i need to connect to that group to proceed??
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Thanks! but I'm confused. It updated fine. and now it responses to be device as well. my TV says "Connecting to wireless display" while showing green wifi bars and my device says its connected.. but nothing after that..
Although it made a random group named DIRECT-zj .. also while waiting for it to connect, I noticed there's a wireless network available with same name as the that group (DIRECT-zj). It says WPS available but WPS receiver didn't work. its WPA2 encrypted and I cant think of any password. I think i need to connect to that group to proceed??
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PTV3000 to N4 just like WiFi direct. Nexus 4 connect to home network and watch movie.
從我使用 Tapatalk 2 的 Nexus 7 發送
I can confirm that with the 2.2.2 firmware for the ptv3000 I have my Verizon GS3 working. I am running bone stock 4.1.1
The only thing is that my phone says there is an update to AllShare Cast but it then says my device isn't supported so I guess I am running an old bersion of AllShare Cast.
Anyway, this is definitely a step forward
BTW, can Nexus 7 works with it?
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BTW, can Nexus 7 works with it?
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Sorry, Nexus 7/10 can not support Miracast.
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Yes! It works finally. It takes several tries to connect and gets choppy at times, but works nonetheless.
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Do you guys think the NetGear PTV would be a good replacement for a 1st generation roku? I have one and I'm debating whether to buy one and replace my roku or not
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Do you guys think the NetGear PTV would be a good replacement for a 1st generation roku? I have one and I'm debating whether to buy one and replace my roku or not
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I have a Roku. Depends on what type of content you plan on viewing. If you're an Amazon Prime member then stick with Roku because there's no good, clean, pretty way to watch Amazon Instant Video on Jellybean devices anymore.
If you watch Netflix, Hulu, HBO Go our any other programming that has a dedicated Android app to play content then mirroring should be fine.
Personally I'll be keeping my Roku 2 XS and getting a Miracast-compliant adapter soon to have the best of all works.
The only thing that's keeping me from buying right now is lag in sound/video...
Is the lag noticeable when playing movies via PTV3000?
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There is no lag when viewing videos on monitor. There is a fraction of a second lag from phone to monitor. But you'll be watching the monitor so you'll be ok.
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Certainly not as good as wired HDMI, but I have no complaints with the quality. I watched some youtube videos, played slingbox and played angry birds with < 1 - 1 second lag and little to no artifacting streaming from my N4. I would say it preformed much better than what I was expecting.
Took me about 5 minutes to update and 10 minutes later it was up and running without a problem.
Which one should I buy: Netgear PTV3000 or the Actiontec?
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Connected but won't play google play videos
I am connected on 2.2.2 but it will not play google play videos. Anyone else having a problem playing google play videos? I hit play and it just sits with the circle spinning. If I disconnect the video starts to play fine. If I try to play a pinned video it ask me to unpin first. I can play other videos fine just not from google play.
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I am connected on 2.2.2 but it will not play google play videos. Anyone else having a problem playing google play videos? I hit play and it just sits with the circle spinning. If I disconnect the video starts to play fine. If I try to play a pinned video it ask me to unpin first. I can play other videos fine just not from google play.
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I watched transformer 3 and planet earth with no issues.
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Hi guys,
Adding in a few thoughts and a couple pictures next to a HTC Media Link HD for comparison.
+++ Pluses +++
= Much, much, smoother display than HTC's trinket (Media Link lags on basic things like a Live Wallpaper. The PTV3000 doesnt)
= No lag or stuttering to report whatsoever.
= Uniform performance all around the OS.
= It's a wireless display! You can actually USE THE PHONE NORMALLY and move around; you're not hooked to a wire. Want to share something? Tap ON. Done with it? Tap OFF.
= Also works with most recent Intel-based laptops as well.
= Miracast licence is free! Expect MANY wi-fi enabled devices to go for that free and usefull feature!
--- Minuses ---
= Half a second delay (not lag - delay.. Yes, there is a difference.) Playing fast-paced games is nearly impossible. You can wirelessly display your prowesses, tough.
= No split screen function like on HTC's One line; mirroring only.
= Can't start a video and turn off the phone's screen; it'll turn off as well. You've gotta let it on. Battery drains accordingly.
= You gotta use a beta firmware for now (Tough it is beta only because they says so; havent seen a single real bug yet.
= Some stupid ass at Netgear thought it would be better to use a MINI-USB plug (Instead of the MICRO-USB most things like android phones have). Havent seen one of those for a while! - Means you won't be swapping cables.
If you have questions, let me know!
hangs at connecting?
hrm just got my PUSH2TV device today and updated the firmware. The nexus 4 detects the device but just hangs at connecting. Sometimes the search for devices comes back at no devices found.
Anyone seen this?
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hrm just got my PUSH2TV device today and updated the firmware. The nexus 4 detects the device but just hangs at connecting. Sometimes the search for devices comes back at no devices found.
Anyone seen this?
EDIT: FIXED by re-instaling the latest firmware.
Miracast issue with Nexus 4 running Stock 4.2.2 & Netgear PTV3000 firmware 2.2.9
heyoh said:
hrm just got my PUSH2TV device today and updated the firmware. The nexus 4 detects the device but just hangs at connecting. Sometimes the search for devices comes back at no devices found.
Anyone seen this?
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hrm just got my PUSH2TV device today and updated the firmware. The nexus 4 detects the device but just hangs at connecting. Sometimes the search for devices comes back at no devices found.
Anyone seen this?
EDIT: FIXED by re-instaling the latest firmware.
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Miracast issue with Nexus 4 running Stock 4.2.2 & Netgear PTV3000 firmware 2.2.9
I'm having the same issue.
I just bought the PTV3000 to hook up to my SONY Bravia for my Nexus 4 since I seen its compatibly to both devices and I get it home make sure both devices are up to date and they don't connect it acts the same as what you mention. It sees the device it attempt to connect to it but never connects to it at all.
Google: LG Nexus 4 is running "Android 4.2.2 factory ROM" straight from Google have not messed with the device in any way.
I used the stock firmware on the PTV3000 not sure what it was but did not work. I then updated the firmware to v2.2.9 which is the latest firmware as of (today: 02/25/2013 10:10pm CST) which was downloaded directly from here: support [Dot] netgear [Dot] com [Backslash] product [Backslash] PTV3000
If I don't see a fix in the next few days I will be returning the device to Best Buy where I bought it. Hope there's a fix in the works.
I also posted on the Official Netgear forum's found here: forum1 [Dot] netgear [Dot] com [Backslash] showthread [Dot] php?t=83795
I'm having the same issue. I wonder if its the 4.2.2 that's causing the issue
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Is the Nexus 6 going to get Miracast? If so any ETA?
It has cast built in but I'm not sure you'll see it get miracast.
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So mirscast is not currently supported? Our only option is Chromecast?
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So mirscast is not currently supported? Our only option is Chromecast?
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Yeah, I'm pretty upset about this. Every miracast page I visit says ALL android devices with 4.2 and above are supported. So why not android 5.0 on Nexus 6? Is Google really forcing Nexus 6 owners to use chromecast only?!? What if we don't have, or want to use, wifi? I just want to mirror my brand new Nexus 6 to my TV, not stream content. The google support page lists the Nexus 6 & 9 as supported chromecast devices, but not for miracast.
Any possibility of a someone enabling this option? Please help!?! I think the proper hardware is there.
I find it very hard to believe that the Nexus 6 doesn't support Wifi Direct or Miracast at the hardware level. It's probably just disabled in the factory images.
A custom rom should be able to use it. If not, there's something profoundly wrong with the phone.
Then again, there's still suspiciously no Wi-Fi Alliance certification for the Nexus 6.
try build.prop hack to enabling Miracast, AT YOUR OWN RISK!
https://github.com/kensuke/How-to-Miracast-on-AOSP/wiki/config_enableWifiDisplay#buildprop
I don't have N6.
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LLStarks said:
I find it very hard to believe that the Nexus 6 doesn't support Wifi Direct or Miracast at the hardware level. It's probably just disabled in the factory images.
A custom rom should be able to use it. If not, there's something profoundly wrong with the phone.
Then again, there's still suspiciously no Wi-Fi Alliance certification for the Nexus 6.
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The Nexus 6 does have WiFi Direct, but not miracast. Are these the same? Should I be able to use a miracast device with my Nexus 6 without WiFi?
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s107ken said:
try build.prop hack to enabling Miracast, AT YOUR OWN RISK!
I don't have N6.
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Please explain further. What do I need to do to enable Miracast? I'm a bit of a noob. Do I modify build.prop? I am unlocked and rooted.
Thanks
Problem solved traded in my Nexus 6 for a Note 4. This feature was important to me. Hopefully Lollipop will be available soon and Miracast will still work.
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The Nexus 6 does have WiFi Direct, but not miracast. Are these the same? Should I be able to use a miracast device with my Nexus 6 without WiFi?
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Please explain further. What do I need to do to enable Miracast? I'm a bit of a noob. Do I modify build.prop? I am unlocked and rooted.
Thanks
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Miracast uses WiFi Direct
Code:
// connected device to PC via adb (usb)
$ adb root
$ adb remount
$ adb pull /system/build.prop
(add persist.debug.wfd.enable=1 to build.prop using text editor)
(Build Prop Editor app)
$ adb push build.prop /system/
$ adb shell chmod 644 /system/build.prop
$ adb reboot
Edited. Initially this didn't look like it worked however that's not entirely true. I am now able to connect to my push2tv adapter however I'm have stability issues. In did notice there was a WiFi network going in and out which has caused me problems in the past (this setup is in my car). I'll try again out in the open and report back.
This is a real pain in the ass, so if I want to mirror my screen at my gfs house, what are my options?
Connect the chromecast to her wifi? There's no other direct connection way?
After modifying the build.prop I was able to get miracast working without WiFi on my Nexus 6 (thanks s107ken)! It mirrors my screen perfectly and plays web videos and youtube. However, it will NOT play Netflix or Hulu videos. The sound works and the controls show up, but no video. Just a black screen. I thought this may be because of a HDCP or DRM issue.
Any thoughts or workarounds? Maybe the EZCast app? Please help!
Thanks
ryan4a said:
After modifying the build.prop I was able to get miracast working without WiFi on my Nexus 6 (thanks s107ken)! It mirrors my screen perfectly and plays web videos and youtube. However, it will NOT play Netflix or Hulu videos. The sound works and the controls show up, but no video. Just a black screen. I thought this may be because of a HDCP or DRM issue.
Any thoughts or workarounds? Maybe the EZCast app? Please help!
Thanks
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What's your receiver?
italia0101 said:
What's your receiver?
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For miracasting, I'm using the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter. My TV is a Samsung (non-smart TV).
ryan4a said:
For miracasting, I'm using the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter. My TV is a Samsung (non-smart TV).
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Thanks, it does sound like a DRM issue on Netflix and Hulu.
Is the video decent quality? Smooth playback?
I'm planning to use it for plex if so
italia0101 said:
Thanks, it does sound like a DRM issue on Netflix and Hulu.
Is the video decent quality? Smooth playback?
I'm planning to use it for plex if so
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Yes, it is smooth on what I'm able to play. I just desperately want to be able to mirror Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, etc. Any suggestions for a fix? Please help!
Interesting. I'll update my ptv3000 firmware and if that doesn't work I'll try the ms version.
ryan4a said:
Yes, it is smooth on what I'm able to play. I just desperately want to be able to mirror Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, etc. Any suggestions for a fix? Please help!
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Do you have any other sources you could try? Like media from the phone or plex... Just trying to see if it's a DRM thing or something else.
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Interesting. I'll update my ptv3000 firmware and if that doesn't work I'll try the ms version.
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Have you tried the build.prop fix?