Compatible devices

Steps

Sign in to Google Play
Make sure the device is signed in with your Google account and connected to the internet.
Install the player app
Open Google Play (or search with the remote’s microphone) and install the app named in your activation email.
Open the app and activate
Enter your activation details exactly as shown in the email.
Turn on frame-rate matching
Google TV: Settings → Display & Sound → Advanced display settings → Match content frame rate. This keeps motion smooth.
Set your time zone
In the app settings, choose your Canadian time zone so the guide lines up with local time.
Add it to your home screen
Highlight the app, hold OK and move it to the first row for one-press access.

The app keeps closingSettings → Apps → the app → Clear cache, then restart the device. Check for system updates.

Storage almost fullSmall devices like Chromecast have limited storage. Uninstall apps you no longer use.

Wi-Fi drops in the eveningNeighbouring networks crowd the 2.4 GHz band. Use 5 GHz, or the Ethernet adapter for Chromecast.

Any current Google TV device works well. For 4K, choose a 4K model with at least 2 GB of RAM and, ideally, an Ethernet port.

Voice search works for finding and opening the app. Searching inside the app depends on the app itself.