If you have some ISO image files downloaded from the Internet or ripped/backed up from a Blu-ray or DVD disc, you may ask can Apple TV 3 play playback ISO content via Plex?
Hi all,
I haven’t managed to find an answer so i guess the answer is no. But i would like to know if there is any way to stream iso files to the Apple TV? Im using Plex for my tv show collection, but i have a large movie collection of which quite a few of them are iso files and i don’t really want to lose the menu structure of the DVD by converting them. Are there any options for streaming an iso files to the Apple TV?
The answer is some kind of disappointed. Apple TV 3 can neither play a Blu-ray/DVD ISO files. If you are a Mac user, a professional Mac ISO to Apple TV 3 Ripper is the key to assist you to do ISO to ATV 3 conversion on Mac. With it, you can fast rip and convert ISO to Apple TV 3 friendly format m4v for streaming through Plex server with the original quality. If you haven’t got the software, download it now and let’s start the conversion.Ripping and copying ISO to Apple TV 3 for streaming via Plex
Step 1. Launch the ISO to Apple TV 3 Ripper for Mac(Windows version is here). Then choose “File > Load IFO/ISO” to import the ISO files you want to convert. To select the subtitles you like, simply click Subtitle and select the one you prefer.
Step 2. Click Format bar and choose your desired format. To play ISO on Apple TV 3 via Plex, you can rip ISO to ATV 3/Plex compatible m4v. Select “Apple TV > Apple TV 3 1080P Dolby Digital Pass-through(*.m4v)”.
Tip: If you like, you can click “Settings” to change the video encoder, resolution, frame rate, etc. as you wish. Keep in mind the file size and video quality is based more on bitrate than resolution which means bitrate higher results in big file size, and lower visible quality loss, and vice versa.
Step 3. Hit the “Convert” button to start ripping ISO to Apple TV 3 for smooth playing.
After the conversion, click Open button to find the output files. Stream converted files to Apple TV 3 via Plex media server and then just enjoy your ISO movies anywhere anytime.
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Stream ISO files to Apple TV 3 for playback
I have a Windows 8.1 Media server running Plex and iTunes as a service, all media is stored on two Direct Attached Storage Drobo’s. All media is for personal use. Have you ever had the same irritating issues about Apple TV 3 can’t play common videos like MP4, MKV, AVI, FLV, M2TS(Blu-ray) and Video_TS only video and the audio is missing and other video files issue on Apple TV 3? I have tried Handbrake but failed. So, my question is that can I play all HD Videos on Apple TV 3 via iTunes?
After googling “Convert HD video to Apple TV 3″, I found that Apple TV 3 only supportslimited videos such as MP4 and need a few video converters have added the support of HD videos. Finally I takePavtube iMedia Converter for Mac as a trial due to its concise interface, reasonable price and high HD video support. This Mac Video Converter presets a lot of HD video converting solutions for Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iTunes, Plex, PS3 and Xbox 360. Windows version is Video Converter Ultimate. Hot News: Pavtube Software officially released its 2015 Mother’s Day Deal. Pavtube iMedia Converter for Mac is available with 20% off is provided lasting to 14th, May, 2015. Don’t miss it! Free Download this iMedia Converter for Mac/Video Converter Ultimate:
Enable MKV, AVI, FLV, M2TS(Blu-ray), Video_TS to play on Apple TV 3 via iTunes Step 1: Run Pavtube Video to Apple TV 3 Converter for Mac, and click “Add Video” button to load your source files. You can also load your source Blu-ray/DVD by clicking the disc icon. 
Note: The Mac Video Converter for ATV 3 will asks for Media Access Key when loading TiVo files. 
Step 2: This Apple TV 3 Converter has multiple templates for Apple TV 1st Gen, Apple TV 2 and Apple TV 3. To expect a great playback performance of your ATV 3, you should select “Apple TV 3 Dolby Digital Pass-through (*.m4v)” as output format. This format will ensure you 1080p quality with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through. 
Don’t know how to set up 5.1 surround sound for Apple TV 3? Please read How to set up Apple TV for streaming HD videos with Dolby Digital 5.1 sounds. Step 3: If necessary, you are allowed to adjust profile parameters in Settings. Presets like video size, bitrate, frame rate, audio sample rate, channels can be customized to achieve a better video enjoyment on Apple TV 3. 
Step 4: Convert HD videos for playing on ATV 3 with AC3 5.1 sound. Click Convert button to start encoding MKV, AVI, FLV, M2TS(Blu-ray), Video_TS to ATV 3 via iTunes on Mac. When the conversion is done, you are able to stream video from Mac to Apple TV 3. After use this top Video Converter for ATV3, you can solve your video and the audio is missing and other HD video files issue on Apple TV 3. Enjoy your time! More How to stream supported and unsupported video formats through Chromecast? Get all my movie collection onto Android Pads via Flash Drive iPod FLAC Converter – Convert FLAC Files to MP3 on iPod Touch 6 Can I put the iTunes M4V videos on Galaxy Tab S2 for playing? Watch DRM-protected movies from Digital Copy & iTunes on Kindle Fire HD 8.9 Copy Blu-ray to ATV 3 M4V/iTunes MP4 format for streaming Copy Blu-ray to Play on Samsung UHD TV via HDD and Flash Drive Simple way to copy ISO files to USB for Sony Bravia HDTV playback Src Playing Any HD Videos on Apple TV 3 via iTunes
Blu-Ray may be majestic, it offers all the owners better visual enjoyment. If you have bought many latest movies, you may be wondering how you can get those movies from Blu-ray to iTunes to sync with your idevice, like new iPad Air, iPad Mini, iPhone 5S/5C/5/4S, or even Apple TV 3 for wathing with 1080p Dolby Digital Passthrough kept. (Learn How to Compress a 50GB Blu-ray into 25GB) 
However, iTunes only recognize video files in MP4, MOV, M4V formats, which means if you want to enjoy Blu-ray movies on any Apple device you have to firstly rip Blu-ray to iTunes videos then import Blu-ray to iTunes for freely playback. Now this article will give you the right solution and a proper way to convert Blu-ray to ATV 3/iTunes compatible video format on Mac.Requirements * The latest iTunes * An external BD drive that is compatible with Mac * a Mac Blu-ray Ripper software which can operate with OS X 10.5/10.6/10.7/10.8/10.9Instructions After doing some research the web for top mac blu-ray ripper for ripping Blu-ray movies, I find Pavtube BDMagic for Mac which is recommend for its easy interface, efficient workflow and reliable video quality. With it, you can convert you large Blu-ray collection into Apple TV 3 playable format on Mac with high quality and fast speed, meanwhile backup them into iTune library for watching in future. So I tried it and I have successfully ripped to mpeg-4 mp4 format to watch on my iPad and Apple TV 3. (See Top 5 Best Selling Windows/Mac Blu-ray Rippers Review) The equivalent Windows version is Pavtube BDMagic. Just download it now and follow the hassle-free guide to rip your blu-ray collection to Apple TV 3/iTunes for smoothly playing.Add a Blu-ray Drive to your Mac First, the most mportant piece of the equation is that you have a Blu-Ray drive hooked to your Mac. I don’t anticipate Apple including them even as a BTO option any time soon, so your best bet is to go external. I happen to have used a LaCie d2 Blu-Ray 12x USB 2.0 and FireWire Drive 301906U just because we had one kicking around Macenstein Labs. Personally I am not a fan of LaCie’s hard drives (or more importantly, their power supplies) but to be fair the drive performed impeccably and was whisper quiet, so perhaps the external Blu-Ray drive will be their thing.Ripping Blu-ray to iTunes/Apple TV 3 supported 1080p M4V movies under Mac OS X The quick start guide below uses the BDMagic for Mac (10.9 included) screenshots. The way to ripping Blu-rays to iPad/ATV on Windows (Windows 8.1 included) is almost the same. Just make sure you get the right version according to your computer operating system. The Steps: Step 1: Click “Load file” button to import your Blu-ray movies to the nice Blu-ray to ATV/iTunes Converter. P.S. Pavtube BDMagic for Mac can do with all kindes of Blu-ray sources: protected and unprotected Blu-ray Disc, Blu-ray folder, Blu-ray ISO and IFO file. 
Step 2: Press the “Format” button,I noticed that films in Apple TV 3 are done in 1080p m4v with Dolby Digital 5.1 pass though, you can easily find the Apple TV 3 Dolby Digital Pass-through (*.m4v) profile in “Apple TV column. 
To backup Blu-ray move in iTunes store, you can choose “Common Video > H.264 Video(*.mp4)” Tip 1: You can freely select the subtitles for your movies as you like from the Subtitles option. Tip 2: You may also click “Settings” to set the Video/Audio Parameters like Size (resolution), bitrate, frame rate, etc to for iPad Mini according your own will. Remember the file size and video quality is based more on bitrate than resolution which means bitrate higher results in big file size, and lower visible quality loss. 
Step 3: After everything is OK, click the big “Convert” button to start ripping Blu-rays to iTunes/Apple TV 3 videos. Once the conversion completes, you can click “Open” to find the .m4v or mp4 videos which can be directly imported to your iTunes library and Apple TV 3. You can also direcly airplay the video from Apple TV 3 to other iOS devices via airplay. I browse the iTunes library for the movie and it plays on iDevices smoothly and at full quality anywhere I want them, and now I can play Apple TV 3 plays perfectly with glorious video quality. I don’t think it could get much simpler unless of course, as Apple provides native support for Blu-Ray which doesn’t seem likely. More Play iTunes Movies/Episodes on Samsung Smart TV via Chromecast Backup Blu-ray/DVD to MKV/MP4 to Synology NAS How to Share iTunes Movies to Others by OneDrive? iPod FLAC Converter – Convert FLAC Files to MP3 on iPod Touch 6 Transfer DVD films to Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 for enjoyment How to Rip and Put DVDs on Kindle Fire HD Convert Hauppuage PVR Video Files for Using with Apple TV 3 How to Play MKV Files on Samsung Smart TV? Src Rip Blu-ray to Apple TV 3 and Backup Blu-ray to iTunes
Convert Hauppuage PVR Video Files for Using with Apple TV 3
With the release of new Apple TV 3, it gives you anytime access to endless entertainment. Thousands of videos and TV shows can be shown on your widescreen TV. What a delightful thing if Hauppuage PVR video files as well as other videos can be played on Apple TV 3.
The Hauppauge HD PVR lets you record live TV (or video gameplay) directly on your computer for delayed viewing or transferring to a mobile device. With Hauppauge PVR, you can save TV shows and movies as video files and transfer them wherever you go. There are three H.264 formats you can choose when recording a video with Hauppauge PVR:
TS, which is a generic “transport stream” compatible with many digital media players
M2TS, which is compatible with the Sony Playstation3
MP4, which is compatible with the XBox360
From above listed support formats, we are disappointed to find that Apple TV 3, the most popular home media-streaming box is excluded by Hauppauge PVR. Well, Pavtube Video Converter for Mac is highly recommended here to help you achieve your goal. It’s an easy-to-use yet professional converter, player and editor. The program is capable of converting various video files on Mac for Apple TV and other NLEs, media players, portable devices and more.
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How to convert Hauppuage PVR video files for using with Apple TV 3?
Step 1: Download and have a quick installation. The trial version will have a watermark on your converted files. Except for that, there are no time limitation, no virus, and no unnecessary bundle apps while downloading. After that, click “Add Video” button to load your Hauppuage PVR video files. You can load several files at once thanks to “Add from folder” button.
Step 2: Click the “Format” bar to get the drop-down menu and you can get “Apple TV>>Apple TV 3 1080P Dolby Digital Pass-through (*.m4v)” as output format.
Step 3: Click “Settings” button to customize the output video and audio settings by yourself. But if you are not good at it, you’d better use the default parameters, they will ensure you a good balance between file size and image quality basically. You can change the resolution, bit rate, frame rate as you need.
Step 4: When everything is done, you can take a preview by hitting “Play” button. If you are satisfied with the final result, you can click “Convert” button to finish the conversion work.
Conclusion: When the conversion is done, you can click “Open” to get your generated files. Now, you can stream Hauppuage PVR video files to Apple TV without any hassles.
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How to Play Blu-ray Movies on Apple TV 4?
Summary: Got a hobby of enjoying Blu-ray (BD) movies on Apple TV 4? In following article, several pieces of suggestions there we can take to play BD movies on Apple TV 4.
With the release of new Apple TV 4 on Sept 16, it gives you anytime access to endless entertainment. Thousands of videos and TV shows can be shown on your wide screen TV. What a delightful thing if Blu-ray movies can be played on Apple TV 4.
It is a tiny digital media player which allows you to enjoy a whole world of movies, TV shows, sports, music, and more. So far, the latest version of Apple TV is the forth generation, in up to 1080p HD. The device also plays content from any Mac OS X, iOS device or Windows with AirPlay or iTunes.
Apple TV is compatible with the following video formats:
- H.264 video up to 1080p, 30 frames per second, High or Main Profile level 4.0 or lower, Baseline Profile level 3.0 or lower with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
- MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
- Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format
Still there is an irritating issue, ISO files are not read by Apple TV 4. To get the work done, you can get Pavtube BDMagic for Mac which is easy to use and produces excellent results. With this powerful Apple Video Converter, you can convert ISO and even other formats to Apple TV 4 supported one. There is no need to worry about how to play Blu-ray movies on Apple TV 4 anymore.
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Just download it and follow the step-by-step guide to stream Blu-ray movies to Apple TV 4.
How to Play Blu-ray Movies on Apple TV 4?
Step 1. Load ISO files.
Put Blu-ray disc into Blu-ray drive and connect it with your PC and then click "File", from its drop-down list, select "Load from disc" to import ISO files to the program.
Step 2. Select output profile format.
Click "Format" bar, from its drop-down option, select “Apple TV>>Apple TV H.264 MP4” as the output format for streaming to Apple TV 4.
Step 3. Start conversion
Click “Convert” button and start ISO videos to Apple TV 4 compatible H.264 format video conversion. After conversion, you can get the converted files by clicking “Open” button. Now you can enjoying Blu-ray movies by streaming to your Apple TV 4.
Stream Blu-ray movies to Apple TV via AirPlay or iTunes
Via AirPlay: Firstly, to use AirPlay, you need to prepare one of the following devices: iPhone 4 (or later), iPad, iPad mini, or iPod touch (4th generation or later). Add the converted Blu-ray movies to iTunes and sync to your iOS device.
Secondly, be sure iOS device and Apple TV are in the same Wi-Fi network; start play the video on your device, and then swipe up from the bottom of your device screen to access Control Center and tap AirPlay; finally, tap the name of the device you want to AirPlay to.
Via iTunes: Firstly, add the converted Blu-ray videos to iTunes. Then, go to iTunes > Preferences, choose Apple TV, and make sure "Look for Apple TVs" is selected.
Secondly, on your Apple TV, choose Settings > Computers > "Connect to iTunes," and note the passcode displayed; in iTunes, select the Apple TV (below Devices), and enter the passcode.
Thirdly, click the Summary button and select one of "Automatic Sync" and "Custom Sync".
Now, all content are streamed to Apple TV for enjoyment.
The fourth-generation Apple TV, set to be unveiled at an event on September 9th and released in October, will feature a mix of new and familiar hardware, according to reliable sources. While the new device will sport a much faster processor than the current Apple TV
, a color-matched remote control, and a somewhat larger body, it will lack support for 4K video streaming and have the same basic ports as the third-generation model…
So, How to play 4K content on Apple TV 4 when the newest Apple TV 4 won’t support 4K streaming? Many have discussed the Apple TV 4K streaming issue by describing it as something that lacks internet support and content investment. But think about the new codecs like HEVC and H.265, and think about iPhone 6s supporting 4K video shooting and edit. Theoretically speaking, Apple is capable enough to boost the 4K ecosystem, but it anyhow stops at the threshold of Apple TV 4K streaming. Why? It is Apple’s marketing strategy.
To watch 4K videos on Apple TV 4 would be as easy as rolling a log with 5KPlayer. There are many ways to achieve Apple TV 4K streaming, and 5Kplayer for both Mac (EI Captain)/Windows (10) provides the most stable approach of all. The another method is that you can use Top 4K Video Converter for Apple TV 4.
Method One: How to AirPlay 4K Content to Apple TV 4 from Windows/Mac with 5KPlayer?
5KPlayer supports playing and downloading 8K/4K videos from hundreds of online websites. It empowers your Windows PC and Mac to directly stream UHD content to Apple TV 4 as smooth as cream. AirPlay iPhone 6S/ 6S Plus, AirPlay Netflix, AirPlay on Windows 8/10, AirPlay TV Shows, there’s almost nothing that 5KPlayer AirPlay cannot handle.
Step 1: Free Download AirPlay Sender –5KPlayer (Windows Ver.) on your PC, or Mac Ver. on your Mac.
Step 2: Play the saved 4K content on your Mac/PC with 5KPlayer
Step 3: Click the AirPlay button on the top right corner of the main interface to view AirPlay 4K video receivers.
Note: Check if your Mac/PC and Apple TV connect the same WIFI network.
Step 4: Click Apple TV and you’ll see the 4K video playing on the big HDTV.
Note: AirPlay has limitations on file format, so make certain that the 4K contnets are in MOV, M4V, MP4.
Method Two: How to Encode/Compress 4K videos for Apple TV 4 easier playback?
Here Pavtube iMedia Converter for Mac v4.8.5.1(the new upgraded version) is the recommeded Mac H.265 Video Encoder and Decoder for Apple TV 4.The salient features are:
- It can convert a Blu-ray, DVD and video file to virtually any format including the lateast H.265 MP4.
- It can transcode some HEVC H.265 video in MKV, MP4, Prores to H.264 or other video formats like converting H.265 to AVI, WMV, MKV, MP3, WMA, M4A, FLAC, etc for various uses.
- You can also edit video file before conversion.
So if you want to get started and convert your video files to H.265 or convert H.265 video to other formats for Apple TV4 but don’t have any idea where to begin, we are here to help you. Furthermore, it is also equipped with advanced editing function like add subtitles, effect, text or picture watermark to 4K Video files, crop 4K Video black bars, trim or merge 4K Video files, compress output file size and etc. Just read further to know what things you can do to successfully do H.265 encoding and decoding for for Apple TV4 on Mac.
Download it from below and install the best Mac H.265/HEVC Video Converter on your computer and launch it. (Tips: For Mac users, iMedia Covnerter for Mac is an ideal option to convert videos from/to H.265. For windows users, read this review. Here is a free trial version.)
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Step 1: Add 4K H.265 files to the converter
Install and launch the 4K H.265 to Apple TV 4 Converter on your Mac, and then click “Add video” button to browse to 4K H.265 footage or directly drag the 4K H.265 video to the program. You can also loadInternet torrents movies to Apple TV4.
Step 2: Choose Apple TV 4/the new Apple TV format
Click “Format” bar and turn to the Apple TV category. The program has a number of presets for Apple TV, Apple TV 2, and Apple TV 3rd Generation, to export a Apple TV 4/3 1080p video with ac3 5.1 pass-through for AV receiver decoding, “Apple TV 3 Dolby Digital Pass-through (*.m4v)” preset is recommended.
Note: By choosing this format, you will get two sound tracks in the result M4V video, one is stereo, and the other is AC3 encoded Dolby Digital 5.1 pass-through. When your Apple TV 4 is connected to audio receiver, the 5.1 surround sound will work. When ATV4 is connected to your HDTV only, the stereo track will work. Learn>> how to set up Apple TV 4.
3. Compress 4K videos
Click “Settings” button; you can adjust video and audio settings, including codec, aspect ratio, bit rate, frame rate, sample rate, and audio channel. To downsacle 4K to 1080p, do remember adjusting video size to 1920*1080. If you want to downsize 4k to 2k, you are advised to set video size as 2048×1080.
4. Start conversion
After everything is OK, simply click the big “Start conversion” button to start converting 4K videos for Apple TV 4. Once the conversion finished, you can easily transfer the converted 4K files to Apple TV 4 for playing anytime you want.
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Improve your ATV entertainment: Stream Video from iPhone/iPad/iPod to Apple TV
Hey, all you Apple fans, ask you one question. What are you using for about Apple TV you own at home? Do you want to improve your entertainment life at home? If you have no idea about this issue, you have to read this article.
Apple TV is a digital media receiver and a small form-factor network appliance designed to play digital content originating from the iTunes store, YouTube, Flickr, MobileMe or any Mac OS X or PC in an enhanced-definition or high-definition wide-screen television via iTunes. With the newest Apple TV- 3rd generation launched, iPhone, iPad and iPod can sync the content to Apple TV 3 via the great AirPlay function for streaming videos or photos in Apple TV. This article will show you a detailed guide about how to stream videos from iPhone/iPad/iPod to Apple TV.
Natively Video Formats on Apple TV:
*H.264 and protected H.264 (from iTunes Store): Up to 5 Mbps, Progressive Main Profile (CAVLC) with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps (maximum resolution: 1280 by 720 pixels at 24 fps, 960 by 540 pixels at 30 fps) in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
*iTunes Store purchased video: 320 by 240 pixels, 640 by 480 pixels, 720 by 480 pixels (anamorphic), or high-definition 720p
*MPEG-4: Up to 3 Mbps, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps (maximum resolution: 720 by 432 pixels at 30 fps) in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
Best Audio Formats for Apple TV:
*AAC (16 to 320 Kbps)
*Protected AAC (from iTunes Store)
*MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps)
*MP3 VBR
*Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4)
*Apple Lossless
*AIFF
*WAV
*Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound pass-through
Want to know other Video and Audio Options?
In order to be an easy understanding guide, we will show you 4 parts separately.
Part 1: About AirPlay
Part 2: How to Stream Video from iPod to Apple TV
Part 3: How to Stream Video from iPad to Apple TV
Part 4: How to Stream Video from iPhone to Apple TV
Part 1: About AirPlay
For most users, you may know AirPlay function of Apple TV, but are you sure that you really know “AirPlay”? Actually, there are three conceptions about AirPlay: AirPlay, AirPlay Mirroring and Peer-to-peer AirPlay. It depends on devices you have and the function of the three “AirPlay”.
AirPlay
Function: AirPlay lets you wirelessly stream videos, photos, music and safari app on your iOS devices and Mac to a big screen. The condition is that all those hardware should be under the same LAN (Local Area Network). You may read some guides online that mentioned that they should be under the same Wi-Fi, actually as long as the same LAN, no matter it’s connected via WiFi or port, it will work. If you have one of the products, you can use AirPlay:
iPhone 4 (or later), iPad, iPad mini, or iPod touch (4th generation or later)
For videos or photos: Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation)
For music: Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation), AirPort Express, or AirPlay-enabled speakers or receivers
AirPlay Mirroring
Function: AirPlay Morroring can mirror the whole display on your iOS devices and Mac to a big screen. It is easy to understand from the word “mirror”, which means it lets you show exactly what’s on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac screen. It only supports some high-end iOS devices:
iPhone 4s or later
iPad 2 or later, iPad mini or later
iPod touch (5th generation)
Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation)
Peer-to-peer AirPlay
Function: Peer-to-peer AirPlay lets visitors to your home or office quickly and easily connect their Mac or iOS device to your Apple TV without gaining passwords and connecting to the Wi-Fi network. Apple TV detects their device and makes the connection. So they can show off photos, share documents, stream movies, or play music right on your TV. It transfers via Bluetooth. As long as the Bluetooth of your iOS devices and Apple TV turn on, it can connect automatically. If you have one of the products, you can use peer-to-peer AirPlay:
iPhone 5 or later, iPad (3rd generation or later), iPad mini, or iPod touch (5th generation) using iOS 8 or later.
Apple TV (3rd generation rev A, model A1469 or later) with Apple TV software 7.0 or later. Find out which Apple TV model you have.
Part 2: How to Stream Video from iPhone to Apple TV
Let’s say if you have an iPhone 6 now, and here the guide will show you how to stream videos from your iPhone 6 to Apple TV.
1. Connect your Apple TV to a big screen and LAN(Local Area Network) in your home.
2. Open your iPhone 6, press “settings” – “Wi-Fi ”- choose the same network connected to Apple TV in the first step – enter the password and connect it with iPhone 6. Until now, your iPhone 6 is sharing the same LAN with Apple TV. This point is very important.
3. Put your forefinger on the bottom of your iPhone and slide from down to the top gently, “AirPlay” button will appear in Control Center.
4. Press “AirPlay” to choose the device that iPhone 6 will stream to. Normally, your Apple TV will be in the device list. Then you will see your iPhone 6’s screen is streamed to Apple TV now, then you can open any video in your iPhone 6 and it will stream to Apple TV directly.
As how to use AirPlay Mirroring and peer-to-peer AirPlay, the difference between AirPlay we can know from their functions and supported devices we talked above. Refer to AirPlay Mirroring and peer-to-peer AirPlay part, if you have one of those iOS devices, you can use AirPlay Mirroring or peer-to-peer AirPlay.
Part 3: How to Stream Video from iPad to Apple TV
After you know how to stream iPhone to Apple TV, how to stream from iPad to Apple TV will not be a big problem for you. Just the purpose of a iPad user may like to take iPad as a controller when he playing video games. That’s really cool. Please refer to the steps of how to stream iPhone to Apple(Part 2).
Part 4: How to Stream Video from iPod to Apple TV
iPod is more used to play music by Apple users, just make sure the speaker and receiver can be applied in AirPlay. Buy AirPlay-enabled speakers at the Apple Online Store. Please refer to the similar steps of how to stream iPhone to Apple (Part 2).
If you are rocking with an Android device, you can experience the same easy-to-use goodness of AirPlay, thanks to the following top 10 streaming apps.
Some reference from Apple Support, use AirPlay to wirelessly stream content from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, iOS: use AirPlay Mirroring
You can also use AirPlay with iTunes.
If you want to stream tivo, mxf, mts, mov format videos to Apple TV 3, you can use anApple TV 3 video converter, see the detailed steps.
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