Connecting your phone to TV via USB: possible problems

Modern smartphones offer extensive functionality for working with multimedia content. But watching videos, scrolling through photos or studying documents is much more convenient on a large TV screen. The latter work quietly in tandem with mobile gadgets. All that remains is to synchronize them correctly.

Connection options

To correctly connect, the user needs:

• smartphone with Android, iOS, Windows Phone or Chrome OS operating system;
• USB cable included when purchasing a smartphone;
• TV connector.

There are three options to connect your phone to the TV via a USB cable:

1. Connection as an electronic medium. Allows you to transfer data, move, rename, and open supported files.
2. Using a mobile phone as a media console. Used as a player, plays photos, videos.
3. Using wireless interfaces. Most often this means using a local, remote network.

Connect via Miracast

Miracast is the general name for technologies that use wireless connections. These include Screen Mirroring and Smart View, which were mentioned earlier. But in this case, we mean the use of other applications that work according to the Miracast principle:

• Miracast;
• AirScreen;
• Cast to TV and others.

The user needs to download any similar application to a smartphone, connect the TV and mobile device to the same Wi-Fi network, and then open the program and select your TV receiver from the list. Also, similar software is installed on phones by default. But the name of the application depends on the gadget manufacturer.

Instructions

Step-by-step guide to connect your mobile phone to TV via USB:

1. Connect both devices with a cable. Make sure they are turned on.
2. Using your TV remote, press the AV, Input or Source button. Select “SD Card” or “Phone” (depending on the TV menu interface).

3. In a few seconds, you will have access to your mobile phone files.

Important: many file systems are not supported by the television operating system. For example, a video file in avi cannot be played on most devices.

Advantages of cable connection:

• fast response time;
• allows you to save battery power;
• does not require internet;
• ability to charge a smartphone.

Flaws:

• most file systems are not supported;
• no internet access;
• There is no ability to launch applications and games.

So this is a classic option to join TV. The cable is convenient to take with you. The user does not need to think about programs to pair devices. The cost of the cable starts from 150 rubles, depending on the required length.

Connection problems and solutions

The most common problems:

• the device is not detected;
• the phone does not charge from the TV;
• Only viewing photos is available.

If the mobile phone is not detected, then the problem lies in the choice of pairing type. For smartphones running Android and IOS, there is a special function for selecting the connection method.

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Instructions for setting up a connection for Android:

1. After connecting the smartphone, the operating mode will be displayed at the top.
2. Call up the top menu and click “USB Charging”.

Fig 1. Menu with connection methods

1. Select "File Transfer".

Fig 2. USB operating modes
Important: support for data transfer is possible from all cell phones on the Android starting from version 6.0.0. Older firmware can only have photo transfer and charging.

Recommendations:

1. If there is no data transfer option, it is recommended to use the “Camera (PTP)” mode. This will make it possible to view all photos, however, video and audio files will not be viewable.
2. If a menu with operating methods does not appear, you must first connect the smartphone to a computer or laptop. Then again select the desired operation option and connect your cell phone to the TV.

Connection setup guide for IOS:

1. When connecting an IOS device or TV directly, it will only charge. In order to use an iPhone or iPad as a storage device, you need to purchase an adapter. Due to the built-in converter, it makes it possible to connect using an AV adapter.
2. Connect the adapter to the device using the standard cable from the charger. The reverse side of the adapter must be connected using an HDMI cable, which is also connected to the back or side of the TV.
3. Press the “Source” button on the TV remote control. Select “HDMI number” - depends on the port number.
4. After a few seconds, the image will be broadcast to the TV screen from the cell phone.

Good old Smart View

Perhaps one of the simplest and most popular connection methods. It is enough to activate on your gadget the function of broadcasting to TV from your phone, in another Smart View language, located on the gadget’s quick settings panel, and enter a digital code if the device requires one. Further configuration of parameters will depend on the individual requirements for the video broadcast.

It is possible to automatically restart and/or reload already open applications on an Android device.

How to connect a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV via Smart View:

Using connection options via debug

If connection methods using USB do not appear even on the computer, it is recommended to enable debugging mode. To do this, you will need to unlock developer options - this is only possible for Android mobile devices.

Instructions for enabling debugging:

1. Go through the settings to the “About phone” (“About device”) item.
2. Click on the line “Build number” / “Model name” 10 times. A notification will appear indicating that developer mode is enabled.

Figure 3. Settings menu and build number

1. Return to the “Settings” item. Click "Developer Options". Enable debug mode. Try connecting your smartphone to the TV again. Select the desired pairing method.

Fig 4. Activating USB debugging
If after enabling debugging the problem is not resolved, then you need to use third-party programs to change the connection protocol.

And in the end...

To summarize the above, we can say that there are infinitely many ways to pair mobile devices with modern Smart TVs and they are limited only by the resource base of your gadgets.

Moreover, for every taste, color and finance, you can find a reasonable, suitable and understandable way to resolve the problem. Most models contain standard types of characteristics that allow you to pair devices depending on the tasks at hand.

A variety of both wired and wireless connection paths can solve any problem, depending on individual needs and situations.

Changing the connection mode using programs

You can connect your phone to your TV via USB using special programs. If the device does not show connection methods, you can use third-party software. To do this, you need to install the USB Mass Storage (UMS) program. You can download the application using the Play Market. Supported for Android only.

Guide to changing the connection protocol:

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The first step is to enable superuser (root) rights. To do this, you need to enable debugging described above.

1. Launch the UMS application. Confirm root permissions. Fig 5. Request for root rights
2. Wait 15 seconds - the main menu will be displayed - this means that the smartphone supports rooting.
3. Enable storage mode by clicking on the “Enable USB MASS STORAGE” button. Reconnect the mobile device with the television, then check the functionality.

Fig 6. Activating the phone as a storage device
Important: when you enable superuser rights, failures in the operating system of the device may occur.
The problem can only be corrected by flashing the OS.

Supported TVs

First of all, you need to see if the TV supports this function. I would also like to note that if the device does not have a Smart TV system installed, and there is no LAN port on the back for connecting to the network, then, unfortunately, your “box” will not support this program. Now a little explanation on the table. Next, a series of models will be presented. The plus sign means that in addition to this model, support is also available for later models. For example, LED D7000+: LED D7500 is also supported.

NOT SUPPORTED! J6203, F9000+, H6003, H6103, H6153, H6201, H6203.

The remaining models starting from the 2021 release fully support this application. If you have difficulty determining which model is supported or not, you can write your questions in the comments below. Just be sure to include the full model name.

Alternative connection options

In addition to the standard cable connection, there are other ways to connect:

• use an HDMI cable to set up digital data transfer;
• use Wi-Fi to receive wireless transmission and data broadcast.

HDMI Connection Instructions

1. The first step is to purchase an adapter for your phone and an HDMI cable. Look carefully at the HDMI type. In total, two are used - standard HDMI, as well as micro HDMI, which is much smaller in size.
2. Connect the device to the adapter, and then use an HDMI cable to connect to the television.
3. On a cell phone, you need to select the media player mode to switch to a digital data channel.
4. Using the TV remote, press “Source”. Select "HDMI". After a few seconds, the TV screen will broadcast the image from the cell phone.

Pros of an HDMI connection:

• digital connection provides a high-quality picture;
• the ability to broadcast the screen and view any data;
• easy to learn, connect, does not require much time.

Minuses:

• you need to buy additional adapters and cables;
• using full functionality requires installing special programs;
• low performance with older equipment models.

Guide to connecting using a wireless solution

1. To provide an Internet connection you will need a Wi-Fi adapter. You can purchase it at any hardware store. The price starts from 550 rubles. You can also use the built-in software solution for your smartphone or TV. For example, using the AllShare program you can connect your phone to a Samsung TV.
2. Install a Wi-Fi adapter on your TV. Connect to your home network. Make sure your smartphone is using the same network.
3. Enable the built-in program in the TV settings menu. The application must be downloaded from the Play Market for a mobile device.
4. Sync your devices. Now you can broadcast the screen and view files.

You can connect your phone to an LG TV via USB using the built-in Smart Share application. To do this, you will also need to connect both devices to your wireless home network, and then enable Smart Share through the TV settings menu. For a cell phone, download the program from the manufacturer’s official website or Google Play. Devices are synchronized similarly to the Samsung example.

Pros of connecting to Wi-Fi:

• fast response;
• wide functionality;
• inexpensive Wi-Fi adapter;
• no wires needed.

Minuses:

• some TV models do not support Wi-Fi because they do not have built-in pairing programs;
• it takes time to understand the programs.

Connection via Wi-Fi Direct

There is a built-in solution that allows you to connect from your smartphone to your TV without using adapters or additional expenses. Today, all well-known brands have this function by default. For the system to work, you need built-in Wi-Fi in the TV and one home network.

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Connection instructions:

1. Go to "Settings". Select "Wireless Networks and Connections" and then "Wi-Fi Direct." Confirm the action to enable the option.
2. In the main TV settings menu, you must select “Network”. Click on the line “Wi-Fi Direct”. Turn on device search. Select your smartphone.
3. Confirm pairing of devices. To do this, you just need to click the “Yes” button to approve the connection.

Typically, the Wi-Fi Direct line can be found in the “Wi-Fi” - “Advanced settings” item.

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TV receiver

In addition to wireless interfaces, there are set-top boxes. This solution is great for those who do not have Wi-Fi. Receivers can be presented as small cards or rectangular boxes. The most common set-top box models run on the Google TV platform. They support most Android smartphones.

Step-by-step operating instructions:

1. First of all, the user must purchase an adapter. As a rule, this is a micro connector with HDMI support. Modern set-top boxes have all the main connectors.
2. Connect the receiver to all image sources.
3. Use the "Source" button to switch to the set-top box.

Typically, set-top boxes have their own control panel. If it is missing, then you can use your cell phone.

Reset

Often, to fix problems with Wi-Fi connections, they use restoring manufacturer settings. Before starting the process, it is recommended to write down the basic parameters whose values ​​​​are not related to the network. When they are reset, it will be possible to return everything to its place based on the recorded data.

Instructions for restoring settings on popular TV brands:

• LG. Go to “Advanced”, open “General”, then select the option “Reset to factory settings”.

• Samsung. We go to “Support”, open “Self-diagnosis”, then – “Reset”, enter the PIN code (by default it is “0000”) and confirm the action.

• Panasonic. Open “Settings”, go to the system menu, then “Initial settings”.
• Sony. Go to the TV menu, open the “Settings” section. Next, click “Storage & reset”, then the “Factory data reset” column. After resetting the settings, confirm the action.

When installing factory settings, remember that returning the default network settings does not save the installed Smart TV functions: energy saving settings, image, sound and other settings.

It happens that when the settings are reset, the TV still does not see the network. This problem is solved as follows:

1. Go to the router settings to deactivate DHCP.
2. Manually change DNS settings.
3. Set the following values: 8,8,8,8 or 8,8,4,4.
4. Using the “RF Mute Time” menu, specify the auto-switch menu to the next channel.
5. Change the default value to 100 ms.
6. At the end of the procedure, check the TV’s ability to pick up Wi-Fi.

What is needed for connection

In total, you will need three things: the TV itself, an Android device and a Micro USB (USB Type-C) cable for connection; sometimes an MHL adapter may be required. The smartphone usually downloads the drivers required for successful synchronization on its own, but in some cases manual installation will be required.

Connect via USB interface

1. Go to your phone settings, open the Developer Options tab. Enable USB debugging mode.
2. If the developer section is not available, open the “About device” data and click on the “Kernel version” item for 3-5 seconds. A notification appears that Developer Options are now available.
3. Connect the gadget to the TV using a Micro-USB cable. Android will indicate with a notification that the battery charging process has begun.
4. On the TV remote control, press the “Source” or “Signal Source” button. Select your Android device.
5. Installing drivers and necessary software usually takes no more than a minute. After completing the process, proceed to working with the gadget.

Important! If the drivers are not installed automatically, download them from the manufacturer's official website and manually transfer them to the TV via a flash drive or Micro SD memory card. Find more detailed information in the instructions.

Connecting using HDMI

Some older tablet models are equipped with a Mini-HDMI connector, but in most cases this interface is not installed on smartphones. Connecting modern gadgets is possible using a Micro-USB – HDMI adapter, it’s called an mhl adapter. This method allows you not only to watch high quality videos (Full HD) on TV, but also to fully transfer files between your mobile device and TV.

1. Connect the device to the TV using an HDMI cable. In most cases, you will not need to make any additional settings.
2. On the remote, press the "Source" button and select the "HDMI" source. Synchronization usually takes a few seconds.

We use Wi-Fi

Synchronizing via Wi-Fi is not much different from transferring multimedia files via Bluetooth.

• Open the gadget settings and go to the Wi-Fi tab. Tap on the wireless network switch.
• Click on the three dots in the upper right corner of the screen, then click on “Advanced options”.
• Go to the “Wi-Fi Direct” tab. This function is used to directly pair Android with other devices.
• Open the Smart-TV menu by pressing the corresponding button. Go to the "Network" section.

Important! On different TV models, the section may have similar, but not identical names.

• Find "Wi-Fi Direct" and turn it on. The scanning will begin, usually taking no more than 5-10 seconds. A list of devices available for pairing will appear. Select your phone and click "Connect". The gadget will be synchronized.

Older TV models are not equipped with HDMI and USB connectors. To pair an Android tablet or phone, use an adapter.

1. Connect the Micro-USB cable of the device to the VGA adapter. Insert the other end into the connector on your mobile device.
2. On the remote, press "Source", then select "VGA" as the source.
3. Pairing takes a few seconds. After the operation is completed, use the gadget to broadcast videos or photos to the TV screen.

This technology is rapidly becoming obsolete, so it is now difficult to find similar adapters.

VGA connector for video transmission

Older TV models are not equipped with HDMI and USB connectors. To pair an Android tablet or phone, use an adapter.

1. Connect the Micro-USB cable of the device to the VGA adapter. Insert the other end into the connector on your mobile device.
2. On the remote, press "Source", then select "VGA" as the source.
3. Pairing takes a few seconds. After the operation is completed, use the gadget to broadcast videos or photos to the TV screen.

This technology is rapidly becoming obsolete, so it is now difficult to find similar adapters.

Screen Mirroring Program

Samsung smartphones and TVs support the proprietary Screen Mirroring application, which allows you to duplicate the screen of a mobile gadget on your TV.

Important! The function only works on Samsung phones and TVs.

• Go to your device settings. Click on the "Tablet/Smartphone Visibility" tab.
• Enable the function by pressing the corresponding button.
• Open the notification shade on Samsung. Tap on the application icon for duplicating the “Smart View” screen.
• On the TV remote, click on “Menu”, then “Screen Mirroring”.
• After a few seconds, the name of your TV will appear on the phone screen. Tap on it to pair. The process usually does not take longer than 10 seconds.

Now the device screen will be duplicated on a large monitor. The function can be used to display files that the TV does not support opening directly.

Slim Port to help you

Unlike the previous method, this one is much more productive and simpler; connecting via SlimPort allows you to display the image from your phone to a Samsung TV immediately.

Connection via Slim Port provides higher quality broadcasting, because... the signal is transmitted without decoding, and as a result there are no lags during the transmission of images.

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Another plus is that you can simultaneously connect an adapter to charge the battery, which will help significantly increase the process of viewing content. The image quality corresponds to standard – 1080p. You will need the port itself and a cable from the TV.

Having set the connection channel on the TV, often designated PC or HDMI, you will first see the message “no signal”. After this, you need to pair the information media and the desktop of your gadget will appear on the TV screen.

You won't be able to save on cable quality. Cheap copies will create extraneous noise, and sometimes will not transmit a signal at all.

If the TV does not see the device

There are several main reasons why the phone is not recognized by the TV.

1. Using MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) mode when connecting. In this case, change the mode to PTP or “USB device”.
2. The TV does not support the desired file format. Some models do not open MP4 videos, others do not work well with AVI. Find out which formats your TV does not support and convert the video file to one of the available ones.
3. The cable used for pairing is damaged. The problem is solved by purchasing a new HDMI or USB cable.
4. For a wireless connection, make sure the devices are connected to the same access point (SSID).

Chromecast streaming

A fairly functional and fashionable connection type that will be appreciated by more advanced gadget users. It differs in that, simultaneously with the connection, it makes it possible to upgrade your TV device.

Those. adds to the functionality of your TV the ability to work as a Smart TV. Google's development has found its admirers and, despite the high cost of this connection, has firmly occupied its niche. All you have to do is purchase a Chromecast streaming flash drive, and you're in the king.

How to connect your phone to TV

Most often, users encounter a problem where the TV does not see the phone via USB. To solve this, make sure that you are connecting your smartphone via USB correctly - connect the device, press the Source button on the TV remote control, and assign the USB port as a signal source, after which the contents of the mobile phone’s memory will appear on the TV screen. If this does not happen during connection, check your phone settings and specify the connection type “USB Device” or “Camera”, or enable the “USB Debugging” mode. Please note that if the TV does not support the phone’s file system, or the file format that the user is trying to launch, the described method will not help.

The instructions on how to connect a smartphone as a media device are similar to the instructions on connecting via USB. Connect the device via an HDMI cable, click the “Signal source” button, select the HDMI input, then go to the phone connection settings and select “connect as a media device”.

Modern technology supports wireless connections - through a Wi-Fi router, using Wi-FI direct technology, or a special program. If problems arise with the wireless connection, check the functionality of the Wi-Fi module of the TV receiver, read the instructions to check whether this model supports Direct technology, and make sure that all the necessary software is installed. When connecting via a router, consult your ISP and follow their instructions.

The router is incorrectly positioned

If the signal is weak, the connection to the router is disrupted. In this case, you can place the router closer to the TV. You also need to remove any obstacles that may reduce the signal. There should not be near the device:

• furniture;
• large things;
• household appliances.

Even houseplants, especially large ones, can interfere with radio waves.

To improve the signal, sometimes moving the router to a higher place (for example, on a closet) or hanging it above a doorway helps. If this is not possible, it is recommended to additionally connect another antenna.

In some cases, connection problems arise as a result of interference that occurs as a result of the refrigerator, microwave, or other household appliances running. You need to try to arrange them differently so that they do not create obstacles when connecting.

Other troubleshooting methods

If the mobile phone is connected correctly, but the television receiver does not detect it, update the firmware of both devices - full instructions are provided in the user manual. It is necessary to check the functionality of the cables and ports used - the cause of the problem may be a mechanical failure. In this case, it is better to entrust the repair to professionals by contacting a service center.

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True, there are some nuances here that you need to be aware of. The fact is that not all TVs are able to recognize the phone as a flash drive (drive), which means that if you want to watch a movie downloaded to the phone, it will be impossible to do so. Moreover, this method does not work even if you switch the device to other modes. If this is your case, the most you can do is look at photos taken with your phone or simply charge it. However, everything can be exactly the opposite - we need to check it in action.

What will you need?

You will need three things.

TV with USB support.

Android smartphone.

USB cable (you use it to charge your smartphone).

What needs to be done?

Take the cable and insert it into the USB port located on the TV. It looks like this:

There may be several USB ports on a TV.

Connect the other side of the cable to the USB port of your smartphone. When the devices are connected, your mobile gadget will give a charging signal. This is a good sign.

Now turn on the TV. If it is already turned on, take the remote control and press the Source button on it, then select the connected phone.

When using an early version of Android on a smartphone, you can immediately see the file system of the smartphone, which indicates that the connection was successful.

In newer Androids (6.0 and higher), you first need to unlock the display and confirm the connection. An example is based on a Huawei/Honor smartphone.

Immediately after connecting the device, a choice should appear on the screen; in this case, you need to select “File Transfer” if you need the smartphone’s file system, that is, you want, for example, to watch a video.

If you want to view only photos, feel free to select “Photo Transfer”.

If nothing appears, swipe from the top of the screen to the bottom, then click on the “USB Charging” line.

A menu will appear with a choice of actions:

What to choose depends on your circumstances. If you don’t know, choose “File Transfer” - you can’t go wrong.

And if the file system of a smartphone appears in front of you, I can only congratulate you.

Now, of course, few people spend a lot of time watching TV shows - such a pastime has been replaced by the Internet. But everyone sometimes wants to watch their favorite shows on YouTube on the big screen, or watch their favorite movie from their gadget. How then can you connect your phone to your TV via USB? Let's try to figure it out.

When you look at the back of your TV, you'll immediately notice a wide variety of connectors. Each of them has its own purpose, because modern TVs have a huge list of capabilities. We will pay special attention to the USB port. This begs a logical question: if the TV has such a port, does it mean you can connect mobile devices to it using a special cable? This is true.

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Connecting to a wide screen may also be required to demonstrate a presentation, vacation photos, or many other media data from your smartphone. And at first glance it may seem that connecting devices to each other is very difficult and almost impossible. It's not like that at all.

The connection process via USB is much easier than via the same WIFI or HDMI. In this case, the user may have a logical question: why not download files from the smartphone to flash memory? Of course, you can always use a flash drive or a removable hard drive, but this is inconvenient - because in this case, the user’s procedure will be as follows:

1. Download data from your phone to your computer;
2. Transfer data from your computer to flash memory or hard drive;
3. Connect to TV and configure flash memory.

As has already become clear, the process of transferring data using a PC takes too much time. Therefore, you can directly use an Android-based gadget - using USB from your phone you can easily play music, images and videos. In this article we will look at the connection process in detail and note some important nuances.

How to solve a problem

That's all you need to know about connecting your phone to your TV using a USB port. It cannot be ruled out that the connector itself may also be damaged. Failure to comply with the operating conditions of the equipment leads to oxidation of the contacts. In this case, you need to contact a service center so that specialists can resolder the deformed places on the cable.

USB connection

Let's take a closer look at the connection process. There are, of course, some nuances here. It is important that the devices must be compatible with each other. To connect your phone to your TV via a USB cable, follow a few simple steps. To work we need the following devices:

• smartphone or tablet;
• a standard usb cable, it can be part of the charger or included in the starter kit along with the phone. The cable is usually used to transfer data to a PC;

• availability of a suitable port on the TV. On most TVs, the USB port is widespread, for example, on modern LG or Phillips models.

So, the work progress looks like this:

• We connect the cable to the specially prepared USB port of our TV.
• We turn on the TV and wait for its interface to load.
• Now that the monitor is turned on, let's connect the gadget to the second connector of the USB cable. We'll wait
• sound signal from the gadget.
• The smartphone will display a small notification or open the settings. A window will appear before our eyes asking for a connection, as well as a line for selecting parameters.
• In the line, select the item “Operation mode as a drive”. We select the same item when connecting the gadget to a PC for data transfer.
• On the TV, go to the source settings and click on the “USB adapter” option. Now the smartphone will be perceived by him as a standard storage medium: flash memory or a removable hard drive. Let's check whether the data is detected and whether the smartphone connects.

Ready!

Of course, the performance of the method will depend on the gadget, the TV itself, their system software and compatibility. If the method does not work, you can always try others. For example, connecting using HDMI. There will be much more opportunities here. This connection is especially convenient for Samsung gadgets. There is also a wireless connection option via WIFI, which significantly increases the convenience of data transfer.

On the computer

You need to unpack the downloaded file and select a custom installation option (this will simplify the process). If the installer aborted the operation, you will need to download a new version. NET Framework (version 4.4 or higher), after uninstalling the old version, and repeat the installation.

After successfully installing and launching Bluetooth on the computer, a list of all found devices will be displayed, from which the TV is selected. The computer has a more powerful module, so it may take up to 30 seconds to establish a connection.

Important! If the TV does not have a built-in Bluetooth module and an external router is used, it will be displayed in the list of active devices, not the TV model.

The nuances of connecting via USB

This method will not allow you to “duplicate” a picture from your phone, that is, the device will be perceived only as a data carrier. If you want, for example, to play a game and simultaneously display the process on TV, then connecting via USB will not suit you.

But this option is perfect for listening to music or watching a movie. You can also show your family your favorite pictures, or demonstrate a presentation. Data management will be carried out through simple manipulations. Modern plasmas have a wide range of capabilities, they are multifunctional and practical. It is worth noting that connecting a gadget on Android is very simple and does not even take a few minutes.

As was written earlier, this error is quite common and significantly mars the experience of using a USB connection. However, in some cases it can be fixed. This does not require additional software or skills; you just need to double-check the connection and change it if necessary.

The main solution to the problem is to change the type of connection to the TV. So, we proceed as follows:

• Swipe down to bring up the “curtain” with notifications and alerts.
• Now select “USB debugging” and go to settings, where we look at what type of connection is specified. For example, “Connected as a storage device.”

• Once we open the notification, we will scroll through all the types of available connections. Let’s choose either “Camera (RTR)” or “USB drive”, if such an item is available.

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In some cases, updating or rolling back Android may help. But the simplest solution to the problem is to connect first to a PC, then to a TV.

How to broadcast pictures and videos from older cell phones on the TV screen?

For older cell phones that do not support Android or Apple software, the wireless option will not work. You can connect an ancient mobile phone exclusively using a USB cable, with which you can display graphic images on the TV screen.

To play video you will have to use the HDMI connector. It is unlikely that the old phone model supports the MHL technology required for this data transfer method, therefore, you will have to use an MHL-HDMI adapter.