Xumo TV supports both casting and screen mirroring, from select apps like Netflix, YouTube and Spotify, giving you flexible ways to enjoy content from your mobile devices or computers on the big screen. Whether you're streaming a video, sharing photos, or mirroring your entire screen, these features make it easy to connect and control your viewing experience.

What is casting?

Casting allows you to stream content from supported apps (like YouTube or Netflix) on your phone, tablet, or computer directly to your Xumo TV. Once casting is active, the content plays on your TV while you continue using your device for other tasks.

How to cast to Xumo TV

1. Make sure your device and Xumo TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app and tap the Cast icon.
3. Select your Xumo TV from the list of available devices.
4. The content will begin playing on your TV.

What is screen mirroring?

Screen mirroring displays your entire device screen on your Xumo TV. This is useful for showing presentations, browsing, or using apps that don’t support casting.

Note: You can only mirror or cast from one device to your TV at a time. If you are currently using Apple AirPlay® and want to switch to screen mirroring from an Android device, press the button on your remote to close AirPlay®.

How do I screen mirror my Apple device to my Xumo TV?

To enable this feature, first make sure Apple AirPlay is turned on in your Xumo TV settings.

Once AirPlay is enabled, follow these steps to start screen mirroring:

1. Swipe down to open the Control Center on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Tap Screen Mirroring and select your Xumo TV.
3. Your device screen will appear on the TV.

How do I screen mirror my Android or Windows device to my Xumo TV?

If you have an Element Xumo TV, you can mirror your Android or Windows device to your TV.

Before you begin, first identify which version of the Xumo TV interface you have. This will help ensure you follow the correct steps for your device.

There are two ways to identify your version:

1. Press the button on your remote or scroll down to the Settings tile on your home screen.
   • If the first item in the Settings menu is Closed captions, follow the instructions for the Berry version.
   • If the first item in the Settings menu is Picture and sound, follow the instructions for the Teal version.
2. Look for one of the following logos in the top-left corner of your TV screen:
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   • If you see this logo, follow the instructions for the Berry version. 

     

   • If you see this logo, follow the instructions for the Teal version. 

     

Once you've identified your version, follow the corresponding instructions below.

Berry version: Screen mirroring your Android or Windows device to your Xumo TV

1. Go to Settings > Privacy and turn Mobile video casting ON.
2. Pull up the screen mirroring function on the device you wish to mirror (ex: from your Android phone or tablet, or by pressing WINDOWS+K on your Windows device).
3. Wait for the list of available devices to populate and then choose [Name of TV manufacturer] Xumo TV - (Custom name).
4. A pop-up will appear on the TV asking if you want to connect to your device. Choose CONNECT.
5. A loading screen will appear on the TV. You should see a mirror of your device screen displayed on the TV within 30 seconds.

Teal version: Screen mirroring your Android or Windows device to your Xumo TV

1. Press the Input button on your remote.
2. Navigate to the Screen Mirroring input
3. Press SELECT.
4. Wait for the input to launch.
5. Pull up the screen mirroring function on the device you wish to mirror (ex: from your Android phone or tablet, or by pressing WINDOWS+K on your Windows device).
6. Wait for the list of available devices to populate and then choose the TV's (Custom name).
7. Once you select Connect, you should see a mirror of your device screen displayed on the TV within 30 seconds.

Once screen mirroring has started, press the  or  buttons on your remote to return to the home screen. Using voice commands or pressing app buttons or the Input button will stop the screen mirror and take you to the app or location specified.

Troubleshooting problems with screen mirroring

If you're having trouble getting your screen mirroring feature to work, here are some troubleshooting steps to ensure a successful connection:

• Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled on your secondary device (phone, tablet, etc.).
• Move closer to the TV.
• Minimize the number of active Wi-Fi devices nearby.
• Ensure the TV is ON (you cannot initiate screen mirroring when the TV is OFF).

Why do I see a black screen on my TV when playing video on my device while screen mirroring?

The black screen occurs when you attempt to mirror specific video content from your device to your Xumo TV. This is due to a standard industry protocol called High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Understanding what HDCP is and how it interacts with the screen mirroring feature explains why the video is blocked.

What is HDCP?

It is a form of copy protection used by content providers (like streaming services) to prevent unauthorized duplication of their movies and shows.

The conflict:

The Screen Mirroring function on Xumo TV is not designed to support this HDCP encryption. When your TV tries to display the protected video, the system recognizes the missing security handshake and automatically blocks the image signal.

The result:

You see a black screen while the audio may continue to play, confirming the restriction is purely for the video component.

This limitation applies to many smart devices and platforms and is a measure to protect copyrighted material.

Can I start screen mirroring from a second device while another device is already screen mirroring?

No. If you're currently screen mirroring from one device to your TV and want to switch to another device, you'll need to stop the current mirroring session first. Here's how: 

Step 1: Stop the current screen mirroring session:

You can do this in one of two ways:

• Press the button on your TV remote.
• Stop screen mirroring on the device that's currently connected.

Step 2: Start screen mirroring from the new device:

Once the current session is stopped, follow the same steps you used initially to connect your new device to the TV for screen mirroring.