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How to set tup a Chromecast or Google TV with Menuboard Manager

Written by Marc Rosenberg
Updated today

Install Menuboard Manager on Chromecast with Google TV (2023 Model)

Menuboard Manager can run on a Chromecast with Google TV (2023 or newer).

Setup Instructions

  1. Unpack the Chromecast, remote, power supply, cord, and batteries

  2. Install batteries in the remote

  3. Attach the power cable to the Chromecast

  4. Connect the Chromecast to your TV or monitor

  5. Power on the TV or monitor

  6. Set the TV or monitor to the HDMI input you connected the Chromecast to

  7. Select your language

  8. Connect the Chromecast to Wi-Fi

  9. Sign in with your Google Account

  10. Allow time for any software updates & initial setup

  11. Go to the Google Play Store:

    1. Press Home

    2. Go to Settings

    3. Go to Apps

    4. Select See All Apps

    5. Select Show System Apps

    6. Select Google Play Store

    7. Search for Menuboard Manager in the Google Play Store

    8. Install Menuboard Manager

    9. Open Menuboard Manager

    10. Scan the on-screen QR code to go to the Android support page

    11. Initiate a chat with Menuboard Manager support to get the URL

    12. Enter the URL provided by our support team

    13. Click "Allow Access" to photos & videos when prompted

    14. Disable casting as a security precaution (instructions below)

    15. Disable Ambient Mode to prevent the screensaver from starting (instructions below)

    16. Turn on App Only mode to simplify the home screen (instructions below)


Recommended Chromecast & Google TV Security Settings

The ability to cast or stream media from other devices to a Chromecast with Google TV can leave your device vulnerable to unauthorized access. The casting feature also makes your device publicly discoverable, increasing its susceptibility to potential attacks.

Disable Casting on Chromecast and Google TV

To help secure your device, follow the instructions below to disable the casting feature.

  1. Press Home

  2. Go to Settings

  3. Go to Casting

  4. Disable Casting


Additional Recommended Settings

Uninstall All Apps Except Menuboard Manager

  1. Press Home

  2. Go to each app, long-press, and select "View Details"

  3. Select Uninstall

Disable Ambient Mode App (Screensaver)

  1. Press Home

  2. Go to Settings

  3. Go to Apps

  4. Go to the Ambient Mode app and disable it

Turn On App-Only Mode to Simplify the Home Screen

  1. Press Home

  2. Go to Settings

  3. Go to Accounts & Sign In

  4. Enable "Apps only mode"

  5. Press Home to see the changes

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