All Sharp Roku TV models are compatible with Apple AirPlay. This technology lets you wirelessly mirror your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and watch all entertainment content. If your Sharp TV runs with a different OS and doesn’t support the AirPlay feature, don’t worry. You can still mirror your mobile screen to the Sharp TV using screen mirroring apps and a USB to HDMI adapter. This article describes all the possible ways to AirPlay media files to a Sharp TV.
How to Enable and Use AirPlay on Sharp Roku TV
1. Switch on your Sharp TV using the remote or the TV’s physical button.
2. Press the Home button on your Sharp Roku TV remote and click the Settings option.
3. Locate the Apple AirPlay and HomeKit menu and tap on it.
4. Tap the AirPlay option to enable the AirPlay feature.
5. On your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, open the app you wish to AirPlay.
- If the app supports AirPlay, play the content of your choice and tap on the AirPlay icon.
- If the app doesn’t support AirPlay, go to your device’s Control Center and click the Screen Mirroring icon to perform screen mirroring on Sharp TV.
6. From the list, choose your Sharp Roku TV. If you have set a password for AirPlay, enter the password when prompted.
7. Now, the chosen media file will play on your Sharp Roku TV.
Can You AirPlay to Sharp Android/Google TV?
No. Sharp Android TV or Google TV only supports Chromecast, but not AirPlay. Nonetheless, you can install a mirroring app on your Sharp TV and set it up as an AirPlay receiver.
MirrorMeister
MirrorMeister is one of the best screen mirroring apps, which lets you screen mirror everything from your Apple device to your Sharp TV.
1. Connect your Sharp TV to WiFi after turning it on. Ensure your TV is connected to the same WiFi network as your Apple device.
2. Download the Screen Mirroring Cast App by MeisterApps on your iPhone from the App Store.
3. Launch the Screen Mirroring Cast App on your Apple device.
4. Select your Sharp TV from the list and click the Start Mirroring option.
Your device screen will be mirrored on your Sharp TV. You can pick any app and watch documents and songs apart from pictures and videos.
LetsView
Another useful screen mirroring app for Sharp TV is the LetsView app, which allows us to take screenshots or screen records simultaneously while mirroring the screen.
1. Download the LetsView app on your Apple device from the App Store. Download the LetsView app on your Sharp TV through its official website.
2. Ensure your Sharp TV and Apple device are connected to the same WiFi.
3. Launch the LetsView app on your Sharp TV and Apple device.
4. The app on your Apple device will identify your Sharp TV and display its name on the screen.
5. Choose your Sharp TV, and once the connection is made, go to your device’s Control Centre.
6. Click on the Screen Mirroring option and select your Sharp TV. The name will appear as LetsView – Your TV name.
7. Your device screen will be mirrored on your Sharp TV screen. You can stream everything you wish to view on a big screen.
AirBeamTV
AirBeamTV is the best premium app to mirror your Mac screen to Sharp Android/Google TV. It works on devices running MacOS 10.15 (Catalina) or higher.
1. Get the AirBeamTV app on your Mac from the App Store. Also, install the AirBeamTV Screen Mirroring on your Sharp Android/Google TV from the Play Store.
2. Ensure your Mac is connected to the same WiFi as your Sharp Android/Google TV.
3. Launch the AirBeamTV app on your Sharp TV and keep it running. Then, run the AirBeamTV app on your phone and tap the Mirroring icon.
4. On your Mac, choose your Sharp Android/Google TV from the devices list.
5. Now, your Mac screen will be mirrored to your Sharp TV.
How to Screen Mirror to Sharp Aquos TV
If you wish to use something other than third-party screen mirroring apps, there is yet another method. You can connect your iPhone to Sharp TV using a Lightning to HDMI adapter and HDMI cable. If you don’t have these gadgets, buy them online from Amazon and continue the process.
1. Power up your Sharp TV and connect one end of the HDMI cable to the TV using the inbuilt HDMI port.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your HDMI adapter.
3. Now, connect the lightning cable of the adapter to your iPhone/iPad via the charging port.
4. Once done, change the HDMI source on Sharp TV and choose the respective one.
5. Play any video on your iPhone/iPad and watch it on your Sharp TV.
FAQ
Check whether your TV and Apple device are on the same WiFi, ensure the AirPlay feature is enabled, and keep your device within close range of the TV.
