Learning Zoom on Sony TV

Zoom is currently one of the most widely used online teaching and learning software. Many parents are wondering if there is a way to use Zoom on Sony and Samsung TVs. The answer is yes, and the method of connecting a computer or phone to the TV for online learning through the Zoom app is not difficult. Follow the instructions shared by Mytour below to learn how to use Zoom on Sony TV. For the steps on Samsung TV, check them out here:

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Guide to Learning Zoom on Sony TV

How to Learn Zoom on Sony TV

1. Bringing online Zoom classes to Sony TV from a laptop

First, you need to download and install Zoom for PC here if you haven't installed it on your computer or have deleted it.

1.1. Connect Laptop to Sony TV via HDMI Cable

The best way to connect your computer to your TV and share its screen is to use a standard HDMI cable. Through HDMI, not only the image but also the accompanying sound is transmitted quickly. Before starting the connection, you need a Sony TV that supports HDMI port, an HDMI cable, and a laptop with an HDMI port. Then, follow these steps to connect the two devices and learn Zoom on Sony TV:

Step 1: Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the laptop.
Step 2: Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the Sony TV.
Step 3: Press the INPUT or SOURCE button on the TV remote and press the down arrow button to select the corresponding input source for the HDMI port you plugged the cable into on the TV.

Step 4: On your computer, press the Windows + P key combination and select Duplicate.

Step 5: After successful connection, open the Zoom app on your computer, and immediately your Zoom class will be projected onto the Sony TV screen.

- If your laptop doesn't have an HDMI port, you'll need a USB to HDMI adapter.

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1.2. Bring online Zoom classes to Sony TV from a laptop using Chromecast

Chromecast is a technology that allows you to view your favorite entertainment programs and apps from mobile devices, tablets, or computers on your TV. If your laptop doesn't have an HDMI port, using Chromecast is the ideal alternative to cast your computer screen to the Sony TV and attend online classes through the Zoom app.

Before getting started, you need to meet the following requirements:

- Your Sony TV and computer must be connected to the same Wifi network.
- Install the latest version of the Chrome browser on your computer.

Afterward, follow the instructions below:

Step 1: Open Zoom on your computer and join the online class.
Step 2: Open the Chrome browser and click on the 3-dot icon in the top right corner of the screen, select Cast.

Step 3: After clicking Cast, the casting icon will appear next to the 3-dot icon in the top right corner of the screen, and the Cast To screen will appear. Choose the TV model you want to cast to.

Step 4: Click on Sources and select Cast desktop to display the laptop screen on the Sony TV.
Step 5: Finally, select the Zoom class display and click the Share button.

2. Use AirPlay to connect Zoom to Sony TV (from Apple devices)

You can utilize AirPlay to share your screen or stream content from Apple devices, such as iPhone, iPad, or Mac, to your Sony TV. Most Sony TV models manufactured in recent years support AirPlay and even AirPlay 2.

Before getting started, you need to meet the following requirements:

- Your TV must be connected to the Internet to use AirPlay, and all devices must be on the same Wifi network.
- Ensure that all devices are running the latest operating system version.
- The operations on Apple devices may vary depending on the operating system version.

Here are the steps to enable AirPlay on your Sony TV and connect Zoom to Sony TV from your Apple device:

Step 1: First, press the SOURCE button on the TV remote and use the right/left/up/down arrow keys to navigate. Then, on the input menu, select AirPlay.

Step 2: Next, choose AirPlay and HomeKit Settings.

Step 3: Switch AirPlay to On.

Step 4: On iPhone/iPad, open Control Center and select Screen Mirroring.

Step 5: On the screen displaying devices you can connect to for screen mirroring, tap on Sony TV.
Step 6: After successful connection, open Zoom for iPhone previously downloaded to join the class, and it will be projected onto the Sony TV screen.

- If the AirPlay password appears on the TV screen, enter the password on your Apple device.
- For Mac, follow similar steps as above.

3. Use Screen Mirroring to connect Zoom to Sony TV (from Android devices)

For Apple devices, you use the AirPlay feature to connect Zoom to Sony TV. Meanwhile, for Android devices, you also have a similar feature to achieve this called Screen Mirroring. Depending on the manufacturers, this feature on Android devices may have different names, such as: Smart View, Quick Connect, SmartShare, AllShare Cast, Wireless Display, HTC Connect, Screencast, Miracast, Mirror Share, Mirroring, Screen Share...

Here are the steps to use Screen Mirroring to learn Zoom on Sony TV from an Android device:

Step 1: On Sony TV supporting Screen Mirroring, press the INPUT or SOURCE button (depending on the TV model) on the remote. In the Inputs menu, use the down arrow button to select Screen Mirroring.

Step 2: On the Android phone, access the quick settings menu (notification center) and enable the Screen Mirroring feature, such as Smart View on Samsung phones. Then, click the Start > OK button and select the Sony TV you want to connect to.

Step 3: Finally, open the Zoom for Android app, join the class, and your Zoom class will be projected onto the Sony TV screen.

Here are some ways to learn Zoom on Sony TV. If you have any other methods to share or any questions, feel free to leave a comment below the article.