Set up Chromecast with Google TV and remote using TalkBack

You can use the TalkBack screen reader for greater accessibility while you set up your Chromecast with Google TV (HD) or Chromecast with Google TV (4K). TalkBack will tell you what's on your TV screen.

Learn more about TalkBack.

What you need

• A Chromecast with Google TV and remote
• The power supply cable that came with your Chromecast
• 2 AAA batteries
• A display device with an HDMI input, such as a high-definition television (HDTV)
• A Google Account
• A secure internet connection
  • If you use a wireless network, make sure you have the wireless network password handy.
  • You can also use an Ethernet connection.

Set up your Chromecast and remote

Step 1. Power up your devices

1. Turn on your TV.
2. Plug your Chromecast into an HDMI port on your TV or other display device.
3. Plug one end of the power supply cable into your Chromecast and the other into an available outlet near your TV.
   • If desired, connect your Chromecast to an Ethernet network.
4. Check that your TV is tuned to the same HDMI port that your Chromecast is plugged into.
   • For instructions, check with your TV manufacturer.
5. Ensure the volume on your TV is loud enough to hear it clearly.
6. Put the AAA batteries into the remote, if you haven't already done so. Note: You'll need to insert both batteries with the positive battery terminal aligned with the middle of the remote.
7. In most cases, your remote will pair automatically with Chromecast and you'll get the "Pairing success" chime.
   • Play the linked YouTube video to get a sample of the "Pairing success" chime.

Step 2. Activate TalkBack on your Chromecast

1. To activate TalkBack, press and hold both the back and down buttons of the D-pad for 3 seconds.
   1. The D-pad is the circular button at the top of the remote.
   2. The back button is in the left column of buttons. It's at the top of the column, just under the D-pad.
2. When Chromecast prompts you, release and then press and hold both the back and D-pad down buttons for 3 seconds again. Chromecast will confirm that TalkBack is on.
   • If instead you get a repeating chime and TalkBack doesn't turn on, use the Troubleshooting section below to identify the error and how to resolve it.

Step 3. Use TalkBack to complete Chromecast setup

Your Chromecast will now take you through the rest of the setup.

• TalkBack will automatically read the title, subtitles, and main buttons of each new page on your TV. It'll also read any text you select.
• To navigate your TV screen, use the D-pad ring.
• To select, press the D-pad center.

Troubleshoot error chimes

You might get one of these chimes before you set up TalkBack:

1. "Power insufficient": Play the linked YouTube video to get a sample of the "Power insufficient" chime. This chime means your Chromecast is plugged into an insufficient power source. Check that the power cord is plugged in with the power cable and adapter that came with your Chromecast. Then check that the HDMI cable is plugged into a working HDMI port on your TV.
2. "Restart needed": Play the linked YouTube video to get a sample of the "Restart needed" chime. This chime means your Chromecast wasn't able to find your remote soon enough on Bluetooth. Restart your Chromecast by unplugging it from the outlet. Then wait at least 3 seconds and plug it back in again.
3. "Start remote pairing" : Play the linked YouTube video to get a sample of the "Start remote pairing" chime. This chime means your remote didn't pair automatically, and you need to pair it manually. On your remote, press and hold the back and home buttons at the same time until you get the "Pairing success" chime.
   1. The back button is in the left column of buttons. It's at the top of the column, just under the D-pad.
   2. The home button is in the left column of buttons. It's the second button, just under the back button.