# How to use the Screen mirroring feature on my BRAVIA TV **IMPORTANT: Apple devices, Google TV™ models, or 2020 and later Android TV™ models do not support Screen mirroring function. You can find some alternative methods in the [Alternative methods](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#Alternative_methods/index.html) section.** ## Contents 1. [Before you start (for Apple devices)](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#Before%20you%20start/index.html) 2. [Compatible devices and alternative methods](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#Compatible_Devices/index.html) 3. [What is the Screen mirroring function](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#What_is/index.html) 4. [How to use the function](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#How_to/index.html) 5. [Troubleshooting](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#Troubleshooting/index.html) ## 1. Before you start (for Apple devices) The **Screen mirroring** function in this article uses **Miracast technology**. If you use an **Apple device** such as iPhone, iPad, or Mac book, refer to the following articles to display the screen of the device: - **For an Apple mobile device:** [Screen mirroring with an Apple device](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204289) - **For a mobile device:** [Mirror, cast, or display the content or screen of a mobile device on the TV screen](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044409/index.html) - **For a computer:** [How to wirelessly display computer content on the Bravia TV screen](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00161114/index.html) ## 2. Compatible devices and Alternative methods ### Compatible devices - BRAVIA™ TV models **except**: - Some TVs released between 2013 - 2020 - Google TV™ models and Android TV™ models released after 2020. **Note:** For details, check the **Applicable Products and Categories of This Article** section or **Help Guide** of your TV. - Miracast-compatible devices such as a smartphone, tablets, or computer **Notes:** - **For Apple devices (iPhone/iPad/iPod/MacBook):** To find the alternative methods, see the [Alternative methods](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00044548#Alternative_methods/index.html) section. - For details on the specification of your device, refer to the manual or contact the support of the device. ### Alternative methods If the TV or device is not a compatible device, you may find an alternative method to display the content in one of the following articles: - **For mobile devices:** [How to wirelessly display phone and tablet content on your TV using casting, AirPlay, screen mirroring, or Wi-Fi Direct](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00295266/index.html) - **For computers:** [How to wirelessly display computer content on the Bravia TV screen](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00161114/index.html) ## 3. What is the Screen mirroring function The **Screen mirroring** function is one of the methods to display the screen of a mobile device on the TV to view photos, videos, or websites. The function uses **Miracast technology** to display the screen of a compatible device on the TV without a wireless router. **Note:** The video quality may be degraded if there is environmental interference present. ## 4. How to use the function **Note:** For **Screen mirroring** with computers refer to the article for [Windows 11](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00135865/index.html) or [Windows 10](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00135865/index.html), depending on your operating system. ### To register your device to the TV 1. On the TV remote control, press the **INPUT** button, select **Screen mirroring**, then press the **Enter** button. The TV will go into standby and wait for a connection from a mobile device. **Note:** When the **Screen mirroring** standby screen is displayed, the wireless connection between the TV and your wireless router (access point) is disconnected. - Examples of the standby screen for Android TV™ - Examples of the standby screen other than Android TV (W900A series) 2. Connect your **Screen mirroring** compatible mobile device to the TV. Configure your mobile device to connect to the TV. The instructions below use Xperia (Android™ OS 4.4 or later) as an example. 1. Tap **Settings**. 2. Select **Device connection** or **Xperia Connectivity**. 3. Select **Screen mirroring**. 4. On the Screen mirroring screen, tap **Start**. 5. Select **OK**. 6. Tap the name of your TV. **Notes:** - Connectivity with all **Miracast-compatible** devices is not guaranteed. - The 5GHz band may not be supported depending on your TV model. - The video quality may be degraded due to environmental interference. ### To list connected devices/deregister devices #### For Android TVs 1. On the supplied remote control, press the **HOME** button. 2. Select **Settings**. 3. Select **Network**. 4. Select **Wi-Fi Direct**. 5. Select **Advanced settings**. 6. Select **Show device list/Delete**. #### For other TVs When the **Screen mirroring** standby screen is displayed, press the **OPTIONS** button, then select **Show Device List** / **Delete**. - To deregister a device, select the device in the list to delete, then press the **Enter** button. Then, select **Yes** in the confirmation display. - To deregister all devices, press the **OPTIONS** button in the list, select **Delete All**, then **Yes** in the confirmation display. **Notes:** - Icons on the left of the list show the following. - (check icon): Connected devices - (display icon): Screen mirroring compatible devices - For more details, refer to the product manual. ## 5. Troubleshooting If the screen mirroring function doesn't work, refer to the article [The Wi-Fi Direct or Screen Mirroring function doesn't work](/content/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-lcd-tvs-android-/kd-65x80j/articles/00090420/index.html).