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Q: Airplay not working after IOS update??

I've just downloaded the new IOS update for my Macbook Air and now I can't seem to airplay onto applytv, any ideas?

Posted on Oct 31, 2015 12:01 AM

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Q: Airplay not working after IOS update??

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  • by joe_7399,

    joe_7399 joe_7399 Nov 1, 2015 11:04 AM in response to mroutledge
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    Nov 1, 2015 11:04 AM in response to mroutledge

    Hi mroutledge,

     

    Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities!

     

    From your post, it sounds like you are having an issue using AirPlay from your Mac to your Apple TV after running a Mac OS X update; iOS updates are for iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches. If this is the case, to begin troubleshooting I would suggest reading over and working through the suggested steps in the following article. 

     

    Use AirPlay to display video from your Mac on an HDTV - Apple Support

     

    Get help

    If you don't see the AirPlay icon  AirPlay icon , make sure that your Apple TV is awake and meets the system requirements.

    If you don't see your Apple TV in the AirPlay menu, make sure that your Mac and Apple TV meet the system requirements, and your Apple TV software is up to date. Also check your firewall settings:

    1. Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click Security & Privacy, then click the Firewall tab.
    2. Click the lock icon, then enter an administrator name and password.
    3. Click Firewall Options.
    4. Deselect the option “Block all incoming connections.”
    5. Select the option “Automatically allow signed software to receive incoming connections.”

    If your desktop doesn't look good on your HDTV, your HDTV might be applying picture-quality enhancements that aren't best for computer images. Check your HDTV manual for information about how to adjust your HDTV settings for use with a computer. Your HDTV might offer a more suitable viewing mode, such as computer mode or game mode. Also try adjusting HDTV settings such as sharpness, detail enhancement, and noise reduction.

    If you're mirroring your display and the image doesn't fit your HDTV screen, you can adjust the desktop size for the best picture. Click the AirPlay icon, then choose an option under "Match Desktop Size To." If you match desktop size to your Apple TV, the image fills the HDTV screen but might not look as good on your Mac display. Learn about overscan and underscan and what you can do to correct it. 

    If AirPlay disconnects by itself, your wireless network might be too busy or have too much wireless interference to maintain the AirPlay connection. Learn how to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity issues. The manual of your network router might have additional suggestions for maintaining a strong and fast connection with your devices.

     

    Best!