Z3C to yamaha receiver

[jimswms]

I want to run anything on my phone to my Yamaha receiver. It seems like this shouldn't be an issue, and maybe it isn't, but I've felt limited since getting the receiver.

It is connected to my network, runs flawless (almost) through the yamaha app but is limited with what it will play. I can use Airplay off my macbook air and stream anything that my computer will run. Google Play, spotify, you tube videos etc. However, the only thing I can run off my phone is through the app. DLNA is an option, but I can't get it working.

Is there a way to stream from my phone anything that it will play on my Yamaha receiver connected to my network? Options I know of are Airplay, DLNA.. I have a bluetooth adaptor, but sound quality suffers big time.

 

[B. Diddy]

Does the receiver have HDMI input? If so, Chromecast would be a good option.

 

[jimswms]

Does the receiver have HDMI input? If so, Chromecast would be a good option.

It does. Thanks. That might be an option. Off to do some research on the chromecast..

 

[B. Diddy]

It's only $35 at the most (often as low as $25 refurbished), so there's very little risk!

 

[jimswms]

Alright, I have the Chromecast. Its hooked to my receiver and connected to my network. Now what? I can't seem to find any info out there on using this for music, only for TV.
I did find a video from a guy that used one to connect for surround sound movies. I'll likely do that as well so all is not lost.
Has anybody done this? Maybe, I need to post in another section since it's not really Z3C specific...

 

[B. Diddy]

If it's plugged into an HDMI input (as well as a power outlet), and it's connected to your wifi network, then when you open something like Google Play Music on your device, you should be able to tap the Cast button and select that Chromecast to start casting to. On the receiver, select that HDMI input, make sure the receiver is set to output sound through your surround sound system, and you should hear the music. It's possible that the receiver might need a valid HDMI output to a TV in order for everything to work.