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How to Cast Oculus Quest 2 on Samsung TV

Casting Oculus Quest 2 to Samsung TV: A Complete Guide

Even Vincent Van Gogh was called insane for experiencing things only he could see. So, if you run around with the Oculus Meta Quest 2 in your head, people are highly likely to brand you as one — a modern-day misfit. 

This is how casting the VR game on your Samsung TV could save the day. Not only will others see what you’re seeing in the virtual world, but they can also chime in on the fun and color the day with laughter.

Cast the Oculus Quest 2 on your TV by connecting both devices to the same WiFi network and selecting Chromecast as the input source. From there, turn on your VR headset then go to Sharing > Cast and select your Samsung TV.

In this post, we’ll show you how to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV in full detail — including workarounds sans the Chromecast device. All the information you need to DIY all 5 quick solutions is here, so we strongly advise you to read up. 

DifficultyEasy ●●○○○
Duration5 minutes and 14 seconds
Number of Ways5
Things You NeedSamsung TV
Oculus Meta Quest 2
Smartphone
Laptop
A working internet connection

1. Using Chromcast to Cast Oculus (Meta) Quest 2 to Samsung TV

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration30 seconds

Know a Chromecast device is needed to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV. The reason for this is simple—Samsung TVs don’t have a built-in Chromecast function, so you need this workaround.

Afterward, follow the instructions below to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 on your Samsung TV. Don’t worry, we’ll also discuss methods of casting Oculus Quest 2 without needing a Chromecast device in the sections that follow.

1.1 Connect your Quest 2 and Chromecast device to the same network

The first requirement to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV is to have a separate Chromecast device. Once that’s secured, your Oculus Quest 2 and Chromecast device must be connected to the same WiFi network.

Please note that both devices must use the same frequency band, in case you have both a 2.4GHz and 5GHz network. A 5GHz network has a short range so place your Chromecast device and Oculus Quest 2 near the router to avoid connection issues.

Step 1: Run Google Home on a smartphone.


Note: The smartphone must also be connected to the same
WiFi network as the Chromecast device.
Step 2: Select/click the Chromecast device on
the home screen.

Step 3: Select/click the gear symbol to go to
the device settings.

Step 4: Scroll down/check what Wi-Fi network your
Chromecast is connected to.

Follow these steps to check what WiFi network your Quest 2 is connected to:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration5 seconds
Step 1:  Go to Apps on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the Oculus button on
              your Quest 2 controller.

Step 2: Select/click Settings in the apps menu.

Step 3: Check what Wi-Fi network your Quest 2 is connected to.

It might seem obvious, but this part is essential. Knowing that the Oculus Meta Quest 2 uses the same internet as your Samsung smart TV is a must. 

1.2. Choose Chromecast as the source on your Samsung TV

After connecting your Chromecast device and Oculus Quest 2 to the same network, the next step is to switch the input source on your Samsung TV. To cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV, the Chromecast device must be set as the input source.

Step 1: Press the source button on the Samsung TV remote control to go to
            Source on the Smart Hub. 

Step 2: Go up to the panel above and select the Chromecast device as the source.


Note: Make sure the Chromecast device is connected to your
Samsung TV so that it will appear there.

1.3. Cast your Oculus Quest 2 on your Samsung TV

Once the first two prerequisites are met, the next course of action to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV is simply to start the casting process. All that’s left to do is to use your Oculus Quest 2 and connect it to your Samsung TV.

Step 1: Wear your Oculus Quest 2 VR headset and press its power button to turn it
            on.
Step 2: Go to Sharing on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the
Oculus button on your Quest 2 controller.

Step 3: Select/click Cast in the sharing menu.

Step 4: Select/click your Samsung TV that’s connected to the Chromecast device.

Step 5: Click Next to start casting the Oculus Quest 2 on the Samsung TV.

3. Using a Phone to Cast Oculus (Meta) Quest 2 to Your Samsung TV 

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps2
Duration> 2 minutes

Believe it or not, you can use various workarounds to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV. One of these workarounds is to cast on your phone and then use screen sharing/mirroring to also cast it on your Samsung TV display.

A companion app called Meta Quest must be installed on your Android or iOS phone to cast Oculus Quest 2 on the mobile device. 

1. Cast the Oculus Meta Quest 2 on your Samsung TV using Meta Quest

As mentioned earlier, the Meta Quest app is needed to cast the Oculus Quest 2 on your phone. It’s free to download, and you can start using it as long as it’s connected to the same WiFi network and Meta account as your Oculus Meta Quest 2.

Step 1: Run either Google Play Store or Apple App Store
on your phone.

Step 2: Use the search bar on the chosen app store and
search for Meta Quest.

 
Step 3: Select/click Install to download the
Meta Quest app.

Step 4: Select/click Open to run the
Meta Quest app.

Follow the steps below to cast using the Meta Quest app on your phone:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps4
Duration10 seconds
Step 1: Select/click Menu on the home screen
of the Meta Quest app.

Step 2: Select/click Casting to proceed to
view the casting options.

Step 3: Select/click your Oculus Quest
2 headset.

Step 4: Click Start to cast the Oculus Quest 2
on your phone.

Alternatively, you can initiate the casting processes on the Oculus Quest 2 instead of your phone. You can do this as long as your phone has the Meta Quest app signed in to your Meta account and is connected to the same WiFi network.

Follow the steps below to cast on your phone through the Oculus Quest 2:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps5
Duration15 seconds
Step 1: Wear your Oculus Quest 2 VR headset and press its
power button to turn it on.

Step 2: Go to Sharing on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the
Oculus button on your Quest 2 controller.

Step 3: Select/click Cast in the sharing menu.

Step 4: Select/click Meta Quest mobile app.

Step 5: Select/click Next to cast the Oculus Quest 2 on your phone.

2. Cast your phone on the Samsung TV using screen sharing/mirroring

While the Oculus Meta Quest 2 is cast on your phone through the Meta Quest app, you can use screen sharing/mirroring to cast your phone’s display on your Samsung TV. It’s an indirect way to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV.

Please note that your Samsung TV must be connected to the same WiFi network as your phone for screen sharing to work. Otherwise, you’ll need a USB type-C to HDMI cable/adapter to link both devices directly.

Step 1: Press the home button on the TV remote control to open Smart Hub.

Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to view the settings menu.

Step 3: Scroll down/click General to view the general settings options.

Step 4: Scroll down/click External Device Manager.

Step 5: Scroll down/click Device Connection Manager.

Step 6: Scroll down/click Device List.

Step 7: Select/click your phone from the list of devices.

Step 8: Go to your phone’s quick settings panel and
click Smart View/Cast/Screen Sharing.

Step 9: Select/click your TV.

Step 10: Click Start Now to continue.

Step 11: Select/click Allow on your Samsung TV to cast your phone.

Follow these steps to screen mirror an iPhone to your Samsung TV:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps5
Duration20 seconds
Step 1: Open your iPhone’s control center by swiping
down its home screen.

Step 2: Select/click Screen Mirroring.

Step 3: Select/click your TV.

Step 4: Enter the AirPlay passcode
on your TV screen.

Step 5: Wait for both devices to connect.

3. Using a Laptop to Cast Oculus (Meta) Quest 2 to Your Samsung 

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps10
Duration< 1 minute

Another workaround you can use to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV is to screen share using a laptop. This workaround is similar to the previous one apart from using a laptop instead of your mobile phone.

The idea is the same—you cast the Oculus Meta Quest 2 on the laptop and then use screen share also to cast it on your Samsung TV display. The only difference is that you don’t need a Meta Quest app this time around.

Instead, you’ll need to visit the casting page on the Oculus website and log in using your account.

1. Cast the Oculus Meta Quest 2 on your laptop’s screen

To perform this method, you need to connect your laptop to your WiFi network to give it an internet connection. From here, you’ll need to run an internet browser to log in to the Oculus casting page using your Oculus/Meta account.

After logging into your account, all that’s needed is to use your Oculus VR headset to cast Meta Quest 2 directly on your laptop’s display screen.

Step 1: Run any internet browser on your laptop.

Step 2: Go to the address bar and enter https://www.oculus.com/casting.

Step 3: Click the LOG IN button.

Step 4: Click the blue login option below to log in using your Oculus account.

Step 5: Enter your Oculus account details and click LOG IN.

Step 6: Wear your Oculus Quest 2 VR headset and press its power button to turn it
            on.

Step 7: Go to Sharing on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the Oculus button on
              your Quest 2 controller.

Step 8: Select/click Cast in the sharing menu.

Step 9: Select/click the Computer option.

Step 10: Click Next to cast the Oculus Quest 2 on your laptop.

2. Mirror your laptop’s display on your Samsung TV

Once the Oculus Meta Quest 2 begins to cast on your laptop, you can connect it to your Samsung TV via screen sharing/mirroring. You can do this from the display settings on a Windows laptop or through the AirPlay button on a MacBook.

Please note that your laptop must also be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Samsung TV to link their displays via screen sharing.

Step 1: Use the right mouse button on the desktop to open the options menu.

Step 2: Select/click Display settings.

Step 3: Select/click Connect to a wireless display.

Step 4: Select/click your TV from the window that appears.

Step 5: Wait until your Windows laptop has connected to your TV.

Follow the steps below to mirror the screen of your MacBook:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration10 seconds
Step 1: Select/click the AirPlay button on your MacBook’s menu bar.

Step 2: Select/click your Samsung TV from the list of devices.
Step 3: Type the AirPlay passcode on your Samsung TV screen and click OK.

Method 4: Using SmartThings to Cast Oculus (Meta) Quest 2 to Your Samsung TV

Difficulty Easy ●●○○○
Number of Steps13
Duration40 seconds

If you have the SmartThings app installed on your phone, you can use that to use the screen-sharing function on your Samsung TV. This method is an extension of the workaround involving the use of a phone with the Meta Quest app.

You can use this method if your Samsung TV doesn’t have a working remote control that can be used to operate it. With the SmartThings app, you have an alternate remote control for using screen sharing to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV.

Step 1: Run either Google Play Store or Apple App Store
on your phone.

Step 2: Use the search bar on the chosen app store.

Step 3: Search for the “SmartThings app.”

Step 4: Download SmartThings by clicking the Install button.

Step 5: Select/click Open to run SmartThings.

Step 6: Click the + symbol on the SmartThings app.

Step 7: Click Add device.

Step 8: Click Scan nearby.

Step 9: Select/click your TV.

Step 10: Enter the PIN code on your TV screen and
click Done to proceed.

Step 11: Select/click Done on the next page to
finish this setup.

Step 12: Select/click your TV.

Step 13: Use the screen sharing button on the app to cast
your phone to your Samsung TV.

Once your Samsung TV is cast to your phone via the SmartThings app, you also need to use the Meta Quest app to cast your Oculus Quest 2 on your phone. This will result in the Oculus Meta Quest 2 being cast on your Samsung TV as well.

Method 5: Using Airplay to Cast Oculus (Meta) Quest 2 to Your Samsung TV 

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps5
Duration15 seconds

If you’re unable to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV using Apple devices such as your iPhone or MacBook, you need to enable AirPlay first. AirPlay 2 is a feature that allows Apple devices to cast their screen on other devices like your Samsung TV.

Once AirPlay is enabled on your Samsung TV, you can revisit the previous instructions for casting your iPhone or MacBook. You should be able to connect your Apple devices to your Samsung TV without issues this time around.

Step 1: Press the home button on the TV remote control to open Smart Hub.

Step 2: Go to All Settings to view the settings menu.

Step 3: Scroll down/click Connection to view the connection options.

Step 4: Scroll down/click Apple AirPlay Settings.

Step 5: Select/click AirPlay to toggle it on.

What to Do When Oculus Quest 2 Won’t Cast to Your Samsung TV

Various troubleshooting tricks can be used when the Oculus Quest 2 fails to cast on your Samsung TV. Listed below are the proven and tested methods for fixing the casting issue on your Oculus Quest 2 and Samsung TV.

1. Restart both devices

The quick and easy way to solve any minor issues on your Samsung TV and Oculus Quest 2 is to restart both devices. This action will help them reset their system and reboot in a refreshed state, which will correct the problems that happen during use.

Follow the steps below to cold boot/restart your Samsung TV:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps2
Duration10 seconds
Step 1: Keep your Samsung TV on.

Step 2: Point your remote control on the TV.             
Press/hold the power button to shut down the TV and turn it back on.

Follow the steps below to restart your Oculus Quest 2:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration10 seconds
Step 1: Press the volume down and power button on your Oculus Quest 2 at once.

Step 2: Use the volume buttons to navigate to the Boot device option on
your Oculus Quest 2.

Step 3: Press the power button on your Oculus Quest 2 to click Boot device and
            perform a restart.

2. Double-check the WiFi network the Chromecast device and Quest 2 are on

If you’re unable to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV, it’s possible that you’ve made a mistake and didn’t connect them to the same WiFi network. This problem usually happens if you have 2.4GHz and 5GHz band networks with similar names.

You have to double-check if both devices are using the same WiFi network and frequency band. This is crucial for ensuring that casting will work.

Use these steps to check the WiFi network your Chromecast is connected to:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps4
Duration7 seconds
Step 1: Run Google Home on a smartphone.


Note: The smartphone must also be connected to the same WiFi
network as the Chromecast device.
Step 2: Select/click the Chromecast device on
the home screen.

Step 3: Select/click the gear symbol to go
to the device settings.

Step 4: Scroll down/check what Wi-Fi network your
Chromecast is connected to.

Follow these steps to check what WiFi network your Quest 2 is connected to:

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration5 seconds
Step 1:  Go to Apps on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the Oculus button on
              your Quest 2 controller.

Step 2: Select/click Settings in the apps menu.

Step 3: Check what Wi-Fi network your Quest 2 is connected to.

If the Oculus Meta Quest 2 and your Samsung TV are connected to different WiFi networks, change it so they’re using the same internet connection.

3. Check if you haven’t selected Chromecast as the input source

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps2
Duration5 seconds

It was mentioned that selecting your Chromecast device as the input source on your Samsung TV is a prerequisite to casting Oculus Meta Quest 2. If you haven’t met this prerequisite yet, you have to do it to fix the casting issues on your Samsung TV.

Follow these steps to change the input source on the Samsung TV:

Step 1: Press the source button on the Samsung TV remote control to go to
            Source on the Smart Hub. 

Step 2: Go up to the panel above and select the Chromecast device as the source.


Note: Make sure the Chromecast device is connected to your
Samsung TV so that it will appear there.

4. See if WiFi network has too many connected devices

WiFi networks can connect multiple devices to the internet at once. The limit depends on the router itself, and most homes use a router that can connect 8 – 24 devices simultaneously.

Even if your WiFi router can connect more devices, you also need to consider your internet speed. More devices connecting to your WiFi network can cause the internet speed to suffer, which will result in your attempt to cast Oculus Quest 2 failing.

We suggest connecting only the necessary devices to your WiFi network to give your Samsung TV and Oculus Quest 2 the best internet speeds possible.

5. Determine if the app doesn’t support the casting function

Some apps on the Oculus Quest 2 that don’t support streaming might be unable to cast on your Samsung TV. There’s no workaround for this so the only solution is to not use them and try other apps instead.

6. Evaluate the distance of the TV and Headset from your WiFi router

If you’re using a 5GHz band WiFi network, we recommend keeping your Samsung TV and Oculus Meta Quest 2 close to the router to avoid disconnection issues. While the 5GHz band frequency provides faster internet speeds, it has a short range.

The signal of a 5GHz network also has trouble going through walls, which further limits its range. If you can’t move your Samsung TV or Oculus Quest 2 closer, we suggest switching to a 2.4GHz network instead.

7. Check the Oculus Quest 2 for software updates.

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration5 seconds

Using an outdated software version on your Oculus Quest 2 can cause it to experience various issues. For example, you might be unable to cast Oculus Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TVs due to it not having the latest updates installed.

You can troubleshoot this specific issue by simply performing a software update on your Oculus Meta Quest 2. This action will equip your Quest 2 with the latest features and performance upgrades, reducing the chances of any issues.

Follow the steps below to perform a software update on the Oculus Quest 2:

Step 1:  Go to Apps on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the Oculus button on
              your Quest 2 controller.

Step 2: Select/click Settings in the apps menu.

Step 3: Select/click System to view the system settings.

Step 4: Scroll down/click Software Update.

Step 5: Select/click the Update button if a software update is available.

How To Stop Casting Meta Quest 2 to Samsung TV

Difficulty Very Easy ●○○○○
Number of Steps3
Duration5 seconds

Once you’re done casting the Oculus Meta Quest 2 on your Samsung TV, the process of stopping it is easy to do. You only need to turn off the casting option under the sharing menu on the Oculus Quest 2, as shown in the example below.

Step 1: Go to Sharing on your Oculus Quest 2 by pressing the
Oculus button on your Quest 2 controller.

Step 2: Select/click Casting in the sharing menu.

Step 3: Select/click Stop Casting to continue.

FAQs about Casting Oculus Quest 2 to Samsung TV

Can I cast Oculus Quest 2 on my Samsung TV?


You can cast Oculus Quest 2 on your Samsung TV. You will need a Chromecast device if your Samsung TV model doesn’t have built-in Chromecast technology.

Can I cast Oculus Quest 2 on a TV without Chromecast support?


There are two ways to cast your Oculus Quest 2 on a Samsung TV without Chromecast support. You can connect a Chromecast device to your Samsung TV or use screen sharing from a phone or laptop that’s casting the Oculus Quest 2.

How do I cast the Oculus Quest 2 on my Samsung TV without using WiFi?


Oculus Quest 2 can’t cast on your Samsung TV without a WiFi connection. The Oculus Quest 2 needs to access your Meta account to authorize your access to their content.

How much is a Chromecast device for my Samsung TV?


The price varies depending on the type of Chromecast device you want to buy for your Samsung TV. Most Chromecast devices are priced at $30 and those with 4K capabilities can go for up to $40 – $50.


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