What is Chromecast?
Chromecast is a cool little gadget that lets you watch videos or listen to music from your phone or computer on your TV. But what if you want to watch something without making noise for everyone around you? That’s where a Bluetooth speaker comes in handy!
Can I Connect Chromecast to a Bluetooth Speaker?
Yes, you can! And it’s super easy. All you need are a Chromecast, a Bluetooth speaker, and a few minutes of your time. We’ll show you how to do it step by step.
Step 1: Get Ready Before we start, make sure your Chromecast and Bluetooth speaker are both connected to the same Wi-Fi network. This is important for them to talk to each other.
Step 2: Bluetooth Speaker Pairing Mode Put your Bluetooth speaker in “pairing mode.” Usually, it blinks or flashes when it’s in this mode. It’s like your speaker saying, “I’m ready to connect!”
Step 3: Open Google Home App Grab your phone and open the Google Home app. Make sure you’re in the right home profile; you want to connect your Bluetooth speaker to the Chromecast-connected TV.
Step 4: Find Your Chromecast Look for your Chromecast-connected TV in the list of devices on the app. It should be there.
Step 5: Tap the Gear Icon Once you’ve found your Chromecast, tap on it. Then, go to “Settings” and scroll down until you see “Audio.” Click on it.
Step 6: Pair a Bluetooth Device In the “Audio” section, you’ll find “Paired Bluetooth devices.” Select “Enable pairing mode.”
Step 7: Choose Default Music Speaker Go back to the “Audio” section and pick the default music speaker option. You’ll see a list of all the devices, including Google Home, Chromecast, and Nest devices.
Step 8: Pair Your Bluetooth Speaker If you want to hear the sound from your TV on any of these devices, just pick one. But if you want to connect your Bluetooth speaker, click on “Pair Bluetooth speaker.” The app will search for your Bluetooth speaker.
Step 9: Wait and Connect Wait for your Bluetooth speaker to appear on the list. When you see it, tap on it to pair it with Chromecast. If it doesn’t show up, put your speaker back in pairing mode and try again.
Step 10: Success! After you’ve successfully paired them, the name of your speaker on the devices list will turn blue. That means it’s connected.
Important Note You can pair several Bluetooth speakers to Chromecast, but you can only connect to one at a time. So, if you want to switch, just follow these steps again.
How to Connect Chromecast to a Bluetooth Speaker Using Google TV
Easy Steps with Google TV
Connecting Chromecast to a Bluetooth speaker with Google TV is a breeze. You just need your Google remote and follow a few steps on your TV screen.
Step 1: Prepare Your Bluetooth Speaker First, make sure your Bluetooth speaker is in “pairing mode.” This is important so that it’s ready to connect.
Step 2: Use Your Google Remote Grab your Google remote and navigate to the far right end of the screen where you access your account settings.
Step 3: Go to Settings On the screen, look for “Settings” and click on it. Then, scroll down until you see “Remotes and Accessories.”
Step 4: Pair Your Remote and Accessory Tap on “Pair Remote and Accessory.” This tells your Chromecast to search for any Bluetooth devices that are ready to connect.
Step 5: Select Your Bluetooth Speaker When your Bluetooth speaker shows up on the list, select it. Then, click on the “pair” option.
Step 6: Wait a Bit Give it a few seconds, and your Bluetooth speaker will pair with your Chromecast.
Which Bluetooth Speakers Work with Chromecast?
If you’re looking for a Bluetooth speaker that can work with Chromecast, you’re in luck! Here’s a list of some great options:
- JBL Link 500
- JBL Playlist 150
- JBL Control X Stream
- LG SK8Y
- LG Electronics Music Flow H7
- Sony SRSX88
- Sony SRSZR5
- Google Home Max
- iGV1 iHome Google Assistant
- Toshiba TY-GC1000
- B&O PLAY
- Bang & Olufsen Beoplay M3
- Vizio Crave Go
- JAM Symphony Chromecast Speaker
- RIVA ARENA Smart Speaker
- Grace Digital CastDock X2
- Cambridge Audio Yoyo Speaker
How to Set Up Chromecast on Your TV
Getting Chromecast up and running on your TV is super easy! In just a few minutes, you’ll be watching your favorite shows and movies on your big TV screen. There are two simple ways to do it:
Method 1: Set Up Chromecast on TV with Google Home
Step 1: Connect Your Chromecast
- Plug your Chromecast into one of your TV’s HDMI ports.
Step 2: Power It Up
- Connect your Chromecast to a power source using a USB cable. You can plug it into a power outlet or a compatible port on your TV.
Step 3: Get the Google Home App
- Go to the Google Play Store (for Android) or the Apple App Store (for iPhone) and download the Google Home app.
Step 4: Add Your Chromecast
- Open the Google Home app and tap on the plus sign in the top right corner. Then, choose “Set up device.”
Step 5: Choose Your Home
- Pick the home where you’re setting up your Chromecast.
Step 6: Connect Chromecast
- Select “Chromecast” and follow the on-screen instructions. You’ll see a four-character code on your TV screen. Confirm it and agree to the terms.
Step 7: Connect to Wi-Fi
- Choose your Wi-Fi network, and your Chromecast will connect to it.
Step 8: Set Up Google Assistant (Optional)
- You can set up Google Assistant on your Chromecast if you want. It can do cool things like answering questions.
Step 9: Skip the Extra Services
- You can skip the options for radio, video, and live TV unless you want email notifications.
Step 10: Take the Chromecast Tutorial (Optional)
- If you’ve never used Chromecast before, you can take a tutorial to learn how it works.
Method 2: Set Up Chromecast on Google TV
Step 1: Power Up Your Chromecast with Google TV
- Connect your Chromecast with Google TV to a power source and plug it into your TV’s port.
Step 2: Language Selection
- Hold down the Home and Back buttons on your Chromecast remote, then choose your preferred language.
Step 3: Get the Google Home App
- Go to the Google Play Store (for Android) or the Apple App Store (for iPhone) and download the Google Home app.
Step 4: Add Your Chromecast
- Open the Google Home app and select “Set up Chromecast.”
Step 5: Choose Your Home
- Pick the home where you plan to use your Chromecast with Google TV.
Step 6: Scan the QR Code
- Allow the app to access your device’s camera, then scan the QR code that appears on your TV screen.
Step 7: Agree to Terms
- Read and agree to Google’s legal terms and conditions.
Step 8: Connect to Wi-Fi
- Connect your Chromecast with Google TV to your Wi-Fi network and sign in with your Google account.
Step 9: Complete Account Setup
- Finish up any account management options on your phone.
How to Factory Reset a Chromecast
Sometimes, you might need to reset your Chromecast to its factory settings. Whether you’re giving it to someone else or facing issues, here are three ways to do it:
Method 1: Factory Reset Using Google Home App
- Launch the Google Home app on your device.
- Find and hold your Chromecast’s device tile.
- Go to the top right corner and tap on “Settings.”
- Choose “More” and then select “Factory Reset.”
Method 2: Factory Reset Using the Chromecast Device
- First, make sure your Chromecast is turned on and connected to your TV. You can do this by pressing the button on the side of the device.
- If you have a 2nd generation, 3rd generation, or Chromecast Ultra, the device will flash orange initially. If you’re using Chromecast with Google TV, it will flash yellow.
- Keep holding down the side button until the LED light turns white.
- Once the light turns white, release the button, and your Chromecast will restart.
Method 3: Factory Reset Using a Chromecast Voice Remote
- Navigate to the top right side of your TV screen and click on your profile.
- Under your profile, select “Settings,” and then tap on “Systems.”
- Choose “About” and, finally, “Factory Reset.”
Following these methods, you can easily reset your Chromecast back to its original settings when needed.
