For SiriusXM subscribers looking to enjoy their favorite audio content on a bigger screen with potentially better sound, casting to a TV is a convenient option. Whether you want to listen to music, sports, talk shows, or podcasts, there are several ways to cast SiriusXM to your television. The primary method involves using your smartphone or tablet and a casting-enabled device connected to your TV visit siriusxm.com/tv.
Casting via Chromecast
If you have a Chromecast device (either a standalone dongle or built-in to your smart TV, like many VIZIO models), casting this from your mobile device is a straightforward process:
- Ensure Devices are on the Same Wi-Fi Network: Your smartphone or tablet running the SiriusXM app and your Chromecast device must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Download and Open the SiriusXM App: Install the official SiriusXM app on your iOS or Android device and log in with your streaming credentials.
- Look for the Cast Icon: Once you’re logged in and playing content within the SiriusXM app, look for the Chromecast icon (it looks like a rectangle with Wi-Fi waves in the corner). This icon is usually located at the top or bottom of the screen.
- Tap the Cast Icon and Select Your Chromecast Device: Tap the cast icon, and a list of available Chromecast devices on your network will appear. Select the Chromecast device connected to your TV.
- Enjoy SiriusXM on Your TV: The audio (and sometimes video, for select content) from this app will now be streamed to your TV via the Chromecast device. You can control playback (pause, play, skip) from your mobile device.
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Casting via AirPlay (for Apple Devices)
If you are an Apple user with an iPhone or iPad and an Apple TV or an AirPlay 2-enabled smart TV (some newer VIZIO models include AirPlay 2), you can cast this using AirPlay:
- Ensure Devices are on the Same Wi-Fi Network: Your Apple device and your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-enabled TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Download and Open the SiriusXM App: Install the SiriusXM app on your iPhone or iPad and log in.
- Start Playing Content: Begin playing this channel or on-demand content you want to listen to.
- Access the Control Center: On your iPhone or iPad, open the Control Center (swipe down from the top-right corner on newer iPhones or swipe up from the bottom on older iPhones and iPads).
- Tap the AirPlay Icon: Look for the AirPlay icon (it looks like a triangle with circles on top).
- Select Your Apple TV or AirPlay 2 TV: A list of available AirPlay devices will appear. Select your desired TV.
- SiriusXM on Your TV: The audio (and compatible video) will now stream to your TV. You can control playback from your Apple device.
Using Android TV or Amazon Fire TV Built-In Features
Some VIZIO Smart TVs come with Android TV or Amazon Fire TV built-in. In these cases, you can directly download the SiriusXM app onto the TV itself, eliminating the need for casting from a separate device. Simply navigate to the app store on your TV, search for SiriusXM, install it, and log in with your credentials.
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Limitations and Considerations
- Streaming Subscription Required: You need a SiriusXM streaming subscription to use the mobile app and cast to your TV. A satellite-only subscription won’t grant you access.
- App Compatibility: Ensure the SiriusXM app on your mobile device supports casting. Most recent versions do.
- Network Stability: A stable and strong Wi-Fi connection is crucial for smooth casting.
- Battery Drain: Casting from your mobile device can consume battery, especially for extended listening sessions.
In conclusion, casting SiriusXM to your VIZIO TV is definitely possible and offers a convenient way to enjoy your favorite audio content on a larger screen. By utilizing Chromecast or AirPlay, or by directly using the SiriusXM app on VIZIO TVs with built-in smart platforms, you can easily enhance your at-home listening experience.
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