To see if your device and TV are compatible with casting, please visit this link: https://kinema.com/compatibility.
Kinema supports Airplay and Chromecast. If you do not have a TV compatible with either, we recommend using an HDMI cable. Screen Mirroring is not supported due to DRM (film privacy) protections.
AirPlay
If you have an Apple TV or an AirPlay 2-compatible device, you can use AirPlay to stream Kinema from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac using Safari. Please ensure your TV is compatible with Airplay and that you are using Safari as your browser.
Connect your iPhone or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your AirPlay 2-compatible device.
Make sure AirPlay is enabled on your AirPlay 2-compatible device.
Open Kinema on Safari on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad and start watching
Select the AirPlay icon in the Player.
Choose the device that you want to AirPlay to.
Need help? Go to Apple's AirPlay isn't working article.
Chromecast
If you have a Chromecast device or TV that is compatible with Chromecast, you can cast Kinema from your phone, tablet, or computer to your TV using a Chrome Browser.
Make sure your computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast.
Open Kinema on Chrome browser and start watching
Click the Google Cast button rectangle with Wi-Fi symbol
Cast button missing? Go to Google's Missing the Cast button article (see screenshot below)Choose the device that you want to cast to.
Need help? Go to Google's Cast from Chrome to your TV article.
Missing cast button? Try this.
HDMI Cable Connection
What you need:
An HDMI 2.0+ cable and possibly an adapter
A TV that supports HDCP 2.1+
To watch on your TV using HDMI:
Connect an HDMI cable to your phone, tablet, or computer (an adapter may be needed for your phone or tablet).
Connect the other end of your HDMI cable to your TV.
Open Kinema on your computer with Chrome or Safari and start watching.
Troubleshooting
I’m only seeing a black screen with or without sound:
This may be related to Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions. DRM is a technology used by content providers to protect copyrighted material from unauthorized distribution or copying. It imposes certain limitations on how content can be played or displayed. Possible solutions:
Ensure you do not have any screen recording or sharing applications open.
Disable any ad-blocking software.
Disable browser plug-ins.
Clear your browser cache.
Do not watch Incognito.
Do not attempt to screen mirror
Screen mirroring generally does not work with most streaming services due to digital rights management (DRM) restrictions that prevent unauthorized copying of content, meaning you will likely see a black screen when attempting to mirror these apps.
Thank you! If you have other questions, email films@kinema.com.