ASCII.jp HDMI dongle that distributes images of smartphones to TV is convenient: Xperia peripherals

It is a common situation to watch images and videos taken with Xperia, which you usually carry, with your family and friends on a large screen TV.In particular, memories of events such as travel and athletic meet are something I want to look back on on a large screen.

A few years ago, Xperia, a model, was connected from a Microhdmi terminal or connected to the HDMI terminal with a USB terminal with an MHL -compatible cable, and wired to the TV.However, at the end of the "Xperia Z5" series, wired connection was not possible.

Instead, MIRACAST and Chromecast, which were connected by wireless (Wi-Fi), were adopted.It is a very convenient wireless connection without wiring, but of course it must be supported on the TV side.With the latest TV, the replacement cycle does not come every time.If you want to try this wireless connection on a TV or PC display, it is convenient to prepare a Wi-Fi connection HDMI dongle.

This time, I tried an item called "EZCAST".It is a very compact stick type dongle with a actual size of about 68 x 28 x 9mm, about 14g.There is "EZCAST PRO" as a higher model, but this time I tried a cheap type.

The power supply is powered from one of the two -handed USB terminals of the attached cable connected from the microUSB at the rear of the main unit.The other cable is an antenna, and it seems good to place it in a good position.

Now, insert "EZCAST" into the HDMI input terminal of the TV.If there is a USB terminal on the TV side, it is possible to supply the power from it.It has the advantage that the wiring is completed only on the back of the TV.

Here are some points to note.2.There is no problem when using it with 4GHz Wi-Fi, but a 5V/1A power supply is required to use it with 5GHz Wi-Fi.If you prepare a corresponding AC adapter separately, or if you connect to a terminal that supports MHL, you can supply power as it is.

There is no physical power switch on the main unit, and when you finger it, it starts immediately and the home screen is displayed.Now, install the "EZCast" app on the Xperia and connect to the "EZCast" SSID from the app.

Then, tap "Detailed Settings" in the app menu, the detailed setting menu will be displayed on the TV.At the same time, the app switches to the remote control mode, so you can manipulate Xperia like a remote control.

If you select "Internet", the Wi-Fi setting will be displayed. Select the SSID of the Wi-Fi router you want to connect and enter the password to complete the network connection between EZCast and Wi-Fi router.

Select the resolution from 1280 × 720 (60p), 1920 × 1080 (24p), 1920 × 1080 (30p).The connection method can be selected such as "direct link" for mirroring and local streaming, or "can be via router" or "only via a router" that connects the EZCAST itself to the Wi-Fi router.Now, you're ready.Let's play various content from the EZCast app.

If you select photos, videos, and music in Xperia, it will be distributed wirelessly to the TV connected to EZCast.You can search for net videos from "EzChannel" and play it, but since there are many overseas sites except youTube, it was not a good idea.

As long as the setup is completed, a dedicated application is not required, and you can also cast photos and videos from the Xperia pre -in app "album" or "Video & TV Sideview".

However, it did not support video content casts such as Netflix and Hulu, including the YouTube app.

It is also possible to connect by screen mirroring using Miracast.Miracast is a function that allows the screen reflected in Xperia to be distributed to displays.

From the Xperia platform to the screen being operated, it is displayed on the TV as it is, so you can use it as a large -screen TV not only on Twitter and Instagram, but also to watch videos and distribute gameplay.Of course, the operation of touching the Xperia is reflected as it is.

It should be noted that video content involved in copyright.Make sure you know that Miracast is not compatible and not displayed.

Also, regarding the time lag and the smoothness of video playback, etc., 2.The 5GHz band was smoother than 4GHz and could be watched without stress.Occasionally, there are unstable parts such as the behavior and restarting of the app, so it cannot be said that it is a full -fledged item, but the firmware seems to be updated frequently, and the possibility of improvement in the future.Is there.

There is no doubt that it can be carried anytime, anywhere and can be easily introduced.EZCast is a useful item when you enjoy the content taken with Xperia with a friend.

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