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How to Connect and Mirror a Mobile Device Screen to a TCL Roku TV

TCL Roku TVs provide a great smart TV experience by integrating Roku’s intuitive interface and wide access to streaming content. Connecting your mobile device like a smartphone or tablet to a TCL Roku TV allows you to mirror your device’s screen or cast content from apps. Here are the main ways to connect and mirror a mobile device to a TCL Roku TV.

Connecting and Mirroring an Android Device

There are a couple methods to mirror your Android device’s screen to a TCL Roku TV.

Using Smart View/Screen Mirroring

Most Android devices have a built-in screen mirroring feature called Smart View or Screen Mirroring.

To use this:

  • Enable Smart View in your Android device’s Settings.
  • Select your TCL Roku TV from the list of available devices.
  • Accept the connection prompt on your TV.
  • Your Android device’s screen should now mirror to the TCL Roku TV.

Using Third-Party Apps

If your Android device doesn’t support native screen mirroring, you can use third-party apps like AirScreen or Miracast. These apps allow you to mirror your Android screen via Wi-Fi.

To use:

  • Install the app on both your Android device and TCL Roku TV.
  • Connect your device and TCL Roku TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Launch the app and select your TV to initiate screen mirroring.

Connecting and Mirroring an iPhone or iPad

Apple devices like iPhones and iPads can leverage AirPlay to mirror their screen to a TCL Roku TV.

To enable:

  • Swipe down from the top-right to open Control Center on your iOS device.
  • Tap Screen Mirroring.
  • Select your TCL Roku TV from the list.
  • Accept the connection prompt on your TV.
  • Your iPhone/iPad screen will now be mirrored.

Casting Content from Apps

In addition to full device screen mirroring, you can also cast content like videos, music, and photos from apps on your phone to your TCL Roku TV.

On Android:

  • Open the app and look for the Cast icon (looks like a Wi-Fi symbol)
  • Select your TCL Roku TV to begin casting the app content.

On iPhone/iPad:

  • Open the app and look for the AirPlay icon.
  • Select your TCL Roku TV to begin casting.

Some common apps that support casting include YouTube, Netflix, Spotify, Apple Music, Google Photos, etc.

Using the Roku Mobile App

The official Roku app allows you to use your mobile device as a remote for your TCL Roku TV. But it also enables casting and screen mirroring capabilities:

  • Media – Cast personal videos, photos, or music to your TV
  • Screen Mirroring – Mirror your entire mobile device screen

Having trouble connecting? Make sure your phone and TCL Roku TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.

Connecting Windows PCs

Windows 10 devices can also cast and mirror to TCL Roku TVs.

To enable screen mirroring on Windows 10:

  • Click the Action Center icon in the bottom right and select Project.
  • Click Connect to a wireless display.
  • Select your TCL Roku TV from the list.
  • Accept the prompt on your TV.

To cast specific content like Edge browser tabs or Spotify:

  • Click the Action Center icon in the bottom right and select Project.
  • Find the app you want to cast and under it select your TCL Roku TV.

That covers the main methods to connect a mobile device like a phone, tablet, or PC to a TCL Roku TV! Let the screen mirroring and casting begin!

Troubleshooting Tips

Here are some troubleshooting tips if you’re having issues getting a mobile device to connect or mirror to your TCL Roku TV:

  • Restart both the TV and your mobile device.
  • Ensure devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • On your TCL Roku TV, go to Settings > System > Screen Mirroring and set to Prompt mode.
  • Check if your Roku TV software and mobile OS are up-to-date.
  • As a last resort, perform a factory reset on the TV.

Still having issues? You may have to contact TCL or Roku support for further troubleshooting. Provide them the exact model numbers of your devices to help diagnose any compatibility problems.

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