Testing a Chromecast device

Connect the Chromecast device to a TV, and use Shaka Player to test the device.

About this task

We recommend using a PC or Mac for running the test. You may need to upgrade the Chrome web browser to the latest version to have the cast capability.

Procedure

  1. Connect the Chromecast device to a TV.
    For detailed information, see https://store.google.com. Make sure that the Chromecast device and your testing PC is in the same LAN network. We recommend using cable connections to the same router.
  2. Open the Chrome web browser on the PC, and enter the URL of your Shaka Player or enter the following URL.
    https://ott.dolby.com/OnDelKits_dev/shaka-player-dlb/shaka-player/demo/index.html

    We recommend using your own Shaka Player, as the provided URL might be unavailable.

  3. Mirror the content from the PC to the TV.
    1. To mirror the content, you can either click the cast icon , available on the upper-right corner of the Chrome web browser, or click the Start App button on the lower-right corner of the test application UI.
    2. To stop mirroring, click the cast icon again or the Stop App button.
  4. Create a playlist, and enter the required information according to the content type.
    Playing unencrypted content
    • Name
    • URL to a testing manifest file
    Playing Widevine content
    • Name
    • URL to a Widevine testing manifest file
    • Custom license server URL:

      https://widevine-dash.ezdrm.com/proxy?pX=E8A6EE

  5. Play the test signals.