AirPlay lets you stream media files from a VLC media player on your iPhone or Mac to an Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible Smart TV. Using this wireless protocol, you can watch videos or listen to music on a larger screen without connecting your Apple device to the TV. Refer to this guide for instructions on connecting your iPhone or Mac to a Smart TV or Apple TV using AirPlay technology.
Steps to AirPlay VLC from iPhone
Whether you have an Apple TV or an AirPlay-compatible Smart TV or speaker, you must enable the AirPlay setting. Then, connect your iPhone and AirPlay receiver to the same WiFi network.
1. Run the VLC media player application on your iPhone. If you haven’t installed it, visit the App Store to get the app.
2. Browse video or audio files stored on your device and play the desired file in the VLC media player.
3. When it starts to play, tap the Cast icon in the upper right corner. Select a casting device pop-up menu will appear. Tap AirPlay or Bluetooth to scan for nearby devices.
4. Choose your AirPlay-compatible Smart TV, speaker, or Apple TV to connect.
Note: If you have pre-configured a passcode for AirPlay, you can just enter it to finish the pairing process.
The selected media file will begin to play on the selected device via AirPlay.
Guide to AirPlay VLC from Mac
You can also AirPlay VLC from a Mac to an Apple TV or other AirPlay-supported device.
1. Ensure your MacBook is connected to the same WiFi as your AirPlay receiver.
2. Get the VLC media player on a Mac by visiting its official website. The VLC app is compatible with Mac OS X 10.7.5 or above.
3. Once installed, run the VLC media player app and accept the necessary permissions.
4. Play any video file you want to watch on a big screen.
5. Tap the Playback menu at the top and select Renderer from the drop-down menu. It will show nearby devices connected to the same wireless network.
If it fails to detect your AirPlay receiver, don’t fret. You can mirror your Mac screen to a TV. To do so, tap the Control Center icon on your Mac menu bar and select the Screen Mirroring option.
6. Choose your Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible Smart TV to connect.
FAQ
It happens if the VLC app or the device runs with outdated software, has internet connectivity issues, or has a problem with the particular video itself.
