Netflix Won’t Play on Projector From iPhone, Android Phone and Laptop

Although some projectors can access Netflix directly, not everyone can afford such projectors, as most cost more than $2000. This does not mean you cannot enjoy a Netflix movie on your projector; you can connect your Android phone, iPhone, or laptop to a projector and watch Netflix. Not everyone will get the connections right; some people will encounter issues based on your type of connection.

Netflix may not play on your Android phone, iPhone, or laptop due to a wrong or incompatible connection. Ensure your projector and the connected device are on the same Wi-Fi network if you use a wireless connection like Miracast. If you use Chromecast, ensure it is on the same wireless network. Use an HDMI cable and a compatible adapter if necessary for wired connections. If the connected device is a laptop, use a web browser instead of the app. Update the web browser if necessary.

I have provided more information on how to get a projector to play Netflix from your connected device if you are facing problems. Keep reading to find a solution to the problem you are encountering.

Netflix Won’t Play On Projector From Android Phones or iPhone

You can try a few things if Netflix isn’t streaming from your phone to your projector. Whether attempting to stream from an Apple or an Android smartphone, you may start by trying a few troubleshooting steps.

Ensure your phone and projector are all logged into the same account.

Ensure your projector is on the same network as your smartphone or tablet (wireless connection).
Install and ensure you have your phone’s most recent version of the Netflix app.
Ensure multicast is enabled on your network or modem (Usually enabled by default)

Restart the Netflix app.
Restart the projector.
Ensure that the connection cables have been fitted in their respective ports correctly.

Issues Related To Using Chromecast

If you are having trouble streaming Netflix to a Chromecast from a mobile device, like an Android phone or an iPhone, try the following:

Ensure that your phone and Chromecast are linked to the same Wi-Fi network: most modern routers broadcast your network over the 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz bands. Ensure that both your mobile device and Chromecast are connected at 5.0 GHz. For devices that require high-speed data transfer—exactly what is required for delivering video—the 5.0 GHz connection is available.
Remove any symbols from the Chromecast’s name: if necessary, follow these steps to modify the Chromecast’s name:

Launch the Google Home app on your Android or iPhone device.
Tap the Chromecast’s name in the device list.
In settings, select the device information option.

Select the Device name. Remove any emojis or other symbols from the name.
To preserve the modified name of your Chromecast, tap Save.
Open the Netflix app once more and attempt to connect.

Note: Your phone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast to change its name.

You can also try out the following if the solutions listed above do not help:

Restart and update the Netflix app.

Restart Chromecast.

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Issues Related To Using Netflix’s Second Screen

You may control your Netflix entertainment from anywhere by using the Netflix app on your smartphone to interact with certain projectors and streaming media equipment that also has the Netflix app installed. Chromecast is not needed for this, though.

The following procedures will help you solve any difficulties you may be having with Netflix’s second Screen:

If you use an iPhone, ensure the OS is 6.0 or higher. For Android devices, an OS version of 2.3 or higher is required.
Ensure that the most recent Netflix app is installed on your projector and smartphone: Access to Netflix’s second Screen is available on most devices produced in 2014 or after. If your device hasn’t received any updates and you can’t operate your projector with a mobile device because it isn’t supported, this option might not be accessible.
Ensure that your phone is on the same network as your projector: Your phone has to be connected to the same network as your projector for 2nd Screen to work properly. You cannot use Netflix’s 2nd Screen on your mobile network.

Make sure multicast is selected on your network or modem: Ordinarily, routers are set to be enabled. Look for an option that enables you to operate in multicast mode if your router or modem is not already configured to do so.
Verify that you are logged into the same account on your projector and phone: You must be in the same Netflix account on both devices to use Second Screen. Visit the Netflix help website for the most recent information on Netflix’s 2nd screen difficulties.

Issues Related To Direct HDMI Connection

There are two possible outcomes: one in which the sound is audible and the other in which it is not. When watching Netflix, if there is only sound but no visuals, there may be a problem with the HDCP copy protection that is utilized with HDMI.

To fix the Netflix streaming problem where you can only hear the sound but not see a picture:

Directly connect your device to your TV.
Check to see if the HDMI cable is tightly fitted in the port.

Change your HDMI cable. Older HDMI cables are not HDCP compliant and will not function.
On your projector, try a different HDMI port.
Try an HDMI port on another projector if one is accessible.

Netflix Won’t Stream On Projector From Laptop

Configure the projector for Netflix use:

Ensure you have completed the instructions below before connecting your projector to your computer and starting Netflix.

Please turn on the projector and plug one end of an HDMI cable into its port and the other into the laptop.
Access Windows settings.

Click Display in System settings and then Connect to a Wireless Display.
Choose your projector from the right pane.
Change the display size to suit your needs, and use the Chrome or Edge browser to watch Netflix.

Watch Netflix From a Web Browser Instead

The protected content settings in the Netflix app for Windows 10 may prevent you from projecting some material. To play Netflix material via the web, it is suggested that you use an open-source internet browser like Chrome or Edge.

Verify that the projector and source device is properly connected.
Check whether the wires and adapters are securely connected if the problem continues.

Additionally, ensure the connection or adapter you use to connect your source device to the projector is right.
Ensure your projector is connected to a USB-C video port and not a USB-C charging port if it has a USB-C port for displaying material.
Ensure the VGA to HDMI converter is in good working order if you use a VGA connection to connect to the projector.

Update the web browser if necessary.

Final Thoughts

Using a projector is one great way to enjoy Netflix. If you ever face any challenge when connecting a device to your projector to watch Netflix, troubleshoot the problem and find a recommended solution.

Problems you are likely to face are related to your connection type. If it is a wireless connection, ensure that the projector and the connected device are all on the same Wi-Fi network. Also, if you use a streaming device like Roku or Chromecast, ensure it is on the same Wi-Fi network as the projector and connected device.

Always use an HDMI cable since it can transmit audio and video signal. Use a compatible adapter if you need one. Purchase your adapter directly from Apple if you use an iPhone.

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Josephine is a home theater and tech enthusiast who is curious about electronics and how they are interconnected to produce beautiful sound and images. Beside coding, I also write about technology.