You can learn how to turn your TV into a media center on this website.You'll need a smart media player and an HDMI port on your TV to do this.The red, yellow, and white cables on the back of your TV can be plugged into the HDMI-to-RCA adapter if you don't have an HDMI port.
Step 1: Look for your TV's HDMI port.
A thin, wide slot with a slightly tapered base is what an HDMI port looks like.The back or side of your TV screen is where the HDMI ports are located.The number next to the HDMI port is the input channel you'll need in order to use your Apple TV.The red, white, and yellow ports in the back or side of your TV can be plugged into if you don't have at least one HDMI port.
Step 2: Buy an audio cable.
Online and in most department stores, you can find different lengths of HDMI cables.It's cheaper to buy HDMI cables online than it is in stores.You shouldn't have to spend a lot of money on a cable.
Step 3: You can place the Apple TV box near your TV.
The power cable can reach the box if it is close to the TV.You need to be able to use the Apple TV's remote in order to keep it in the open.
Step 4: The Apple TV box has an end of the HDMI cable.
The HDMI port on the back of the Apple TV box has a wide side of cable facing up.If the connection does not fit, don't force it.
Step 5: Attach the other end of the cable to your TV.
It should connect to the HDMI port on your TV.
Step 6: The Apple TV's power cable needs to be connected.
The cable goes into the back of the Apple TV and into a wall sockets.
Step 7: Turn on your television.
Press the power button.
Step 8: The TV's input should be to the high definition channel.
Pressing your TV's button until you reach the input number next to the HDMI port will vary from TV to TV.This should show the Apple TV's setup page.Press the Apple TV remote's center button if the setup page isn't showing.
Step 9: The on-screen setup instructions can be followed.
You have to select a language.You have to enter a password to use a wi-fi network.You can download any updates.
Step 10: Your Apple TV can be used as a smart TV.
Once your Apple TV is set up and up-to-date, you can use the remote to switch between apps, stream media, and so on.
Step 11: You can find your TV's HDMI port.
A thin, wide slot with a slightly tapered base is what an HDMI port looks like.The back or side of your TV screen is where the HDMI ports are located.The number next to the HDMI port is the input channel you'll need in order to use the Fire TV stick.The red, white, and yellow ports in the back or side of your TV can be plugged into if you don't have at least one HDMI port.
Step 12: The Fire Stick can be plugged in to your TV's HDMI port.
The Fire Stick can be plugged into your TV's HDMI port.Don't force it if it does not fit because it only fits one way.Plug the Fire Stick into the end of the extension cable if you don't have enough room for it on the TV.
Step 13: Pick up the power cable.
Plug the cable into the brick and unfold the plug.
Step 14: The Fire Stick should be connected to the power outlet.
Plug the end of the cable into the port on the Fire Stick and the other end into a wall sockets.If you can't reach the Fire Stick with the power cable, use the HDMI extension cable that came with it.
Step 15: The batteries should be placed in the Fire Stick remote.
There should be two batteries in your package.
Step 16: Turn on your television.
Press the power button.
Step 17: You can change the TV's input to the high definition channel.
Pressing your TV's button until you reach the input number next to the HDMI port will vary from TV to TV.There is a display for the Fire TV's logo.
Step 18: The "Play/Pause" button should be pressed when prompted.
It's on the remote.The remote will work with the Fire Stick TV.
Step 19: Enter the password for a wireless network.
You can continue with the Fire Stick installation if you do that.
Step 20: Wait for updates to be installed.
If you are setting up a Fire Stick for the first time, the update process can take a few minutes.
Step 21: You need to sign in with your Amazon account.
You need to enter your email address and password.This will allow you to view your purchases on Amazon.
Step 22: You can use your Fire Stick TV as a smart tv.
You can view your purchased movies, shows, and games once you're signed into your Amazon account.
Step 23: You can find the TV'sHDMI port.
A thin, wide slot with a slightly tapered base is what an HDMI port looks like.The back or side of your TV screen is where the HDMI ports are located.The number next to the HDMI port is the input channel you'll need in order to use your Chromecast.The red, white, and yellow ports in the back or side of your TV can be plugged into if you don't have at least one HDMI port.
Step 24: Plug the device into the port on your TV.
The HDMI port on your TV has a cable on it.Don't force it if it does not fit because it only fits one way.
Step 25: Attach the power cable.
Plug one end of the cable into the unit and the other into a port on the TV.If your TV doesn't have a port on it, you'll need to use a power transformer to connect it to the wall sockets.If you're attaching the 4K version of the Chromecast, you will need to use a wall sockets as theusb port can't power it.
Step 26: You should turn on your television.
Press the power button.
Step 27: The TV's input should be changed to the high definition channel.
Pressing your TV's button until you reach the input number next to the HDMI port will vary from TV to TV.You should be able to see the setup screen.
Step 28: You can download the Google Home app.
The free version of the Google Home app can be found in both the App Store and the Play Store.
Step 29: Go to the home of the internet search engine.
The app looks like a red, green, yellow, and blue outline of a house.
Step 30: When asked, tap ACCEPT.
You can take this to the home page of the search engine.
Step 31: The Devices icon is accessible by tapping it.
You can see it in the top-right corner of your phone's screen.You have to first tap and then tap to get to the home page of the app.
Step 32: Wait for your phone to show up on your screen.
You should get a confirmation message on your phone once it does.
Step 33: Continue when prompted.
The Chromecast setup process will begin if you do that.
Step 34: You can confirm the code on the TV.
Make sure the code on the TV is the same as the one on your phone.
Step 35: Tap Continue.
It is in the bottom-right corner of the screen.You can name your device on this screen.
Step 36: Choose a wireless network for your device.
If you tap a network, you can enter the password.Make sure you have the same network for your phone and tablets.
Step 37: Follow the instructions on the screen.
You can either confirm an update or sign in with your account.
Step 38: Use your device like a smart TV.
You can use your phone's apps and movies to play on your TV with the help of the Chromecast.