Can't change display to anything other than Auto Detect - Fire TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Just got my fire tv in, plugged it into my tv and set it all up but noticed it looked pretty crappy display wise, I am using it on an older tube tv but it actually has a HDMI port at the back of it so it can't be that old right? Anyways, the TV says its 1080p ready but I've never used anything HDMI on it before, is there anything I can do to make it look less crappy? I tried to go into the AFTV display settings to change them but its stuck on 'auto', it doesn't let me switch to any of the other options such as 1080p 60hz or even 720p 60hz, just says they aren't supported.....The TV also has component inputs and S-video if that helps but thats all.

ye ftv said:
Just got my fire tv in, plugged it into my tv and set it all up but noticed it looked pretty crappy display wise, I am using it on an older tube tv but it actually has a HDMI port at the back of it so it can't be that old right? Anyways, the TV says its 1080p ready but I've never used anything HDMI on it before, is there anything I can do to make it look less crappy? I tried to go into the AFTV display settings to change them but its stuck on 'auto', it doesn't let me switch to any of the other options such as 1080p 60hz or even 720p 60hz, just says they aren't supported.....The TV also has component inputs and S-video if that helps but thats all.
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It sounds like the Fire TV is unable to detect the TVs resolution capabilities and is therefore resorting to a low setting. Try following this guide to make the Fire TV cycle through various resolutions: http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-access-hidden-resolution-options-on-the-fire-tv/

Thanks for responding, probably the only helpful response I've had anywhere I managed to get my tv onto 480p using that cycle, probably the best I'll be able to get.

ye ftv said:
Thanks for responding, probably the only helpful response I've had anywhere I managed to get my tv onto 480p using that cycle, probably the best I'll be able to get.
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Glad I could help.

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Some miracast related questions

I am happy with the way Miracast works with my Nexus 7 2013 and Netgear PTV3000. Except for an occasional 1 sec slip, the screen is mirrored perfectly. Though there are some things I would like to change.
1. Is it possible to show a video full screen in TV (without the previous, home buttons)?
2. Is it possible to turn the tablet's screen off while the TV portion continues to work? Currently, when I turn off the tablet display, TV also goes blank.
3. Is it possible to route Skype and Hangouts audio to TV? Currently, when I video chat in these apps, video is shown in TV, but audio gets played through tablet.
Mirracast is for screen mirroring only. If your screen is off, so is Miracast. What you need is ChromeCast.
^^THIS!! A ChromeCast is what ya need!! I want one for myself too! As soon as a Best Buy within 1 hour of me gets 1 in stock, I'm going to grab it!!
Sent from my '13 Nexus 7 FHD using XDA Premium HD
Thanks guys for your replies.
I came across two apps: full!screen & ScreenStandby. I haven't tried them yet since both require the tablet to be rooted.
While in Miracast, YouTube, Netflix and MXPlayer shows in fullscreen. For others, I think the full!screen app should be enough. ScreenStandby has an option to turn of screen while mirroring. That I guess would solve my second question.

FireTV Setup does not work with 4:3 Monitors

I'm posting this because I just ran into a problem with setting up my AFTV, and I wanted to share my solution in case someone else has the same problem.
Don't try to set your AFTV up using a 4:3 Monitor. You can get through registration, but you face a black screen while AFTV tries to load and show the first-usage animated video. The video will only play on a proper widescreen device.
(I was using a spare 4:3 monitor to set up my AFTV because I was doing it at my computer desk.)
IBNobody said:
I'm posting this because I just ran into a problem with setting up my AFTV, and I wanted to share my solution in case someone else has the same problem.
Don't try to set your AFTV up using a 4:3 Monitor. You can get through registration, but you face a black screen while AFTV tries to load and show the first-usage animated video. The video will only play on a proper widescreen device.
(I was using a spare 4:3 monitor to set up my AFTV because I was doing it at my computer desk.)
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I've run into the same issue. I got the same black screen when I tried going through the initial setup with a 1680x1050 monitor using an HDMI to DVI adapter. I don't believe it's an issue with the aspect ratio. Rather, I think it's the lack of HDCP compatibility with the monitor. I think the video will not play if it does not detect an HDCP compliant display, and if the video doesn't play, it won't continue the setup process.
AFTVnews.com said:
I've run into the same issue. I got the same black screen when I tried going through the initial setup with a 1680x1050 monitor using an HDMI to DVI adapter. I don't believe it's an issue with the aspect ratio. Rather, I think it's the lack of HDCP compatibility with the monitor. I think the video will not play if it does not detect an HDCP compliant display, and if the video doesn't play, it won't continue the setup process.
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Yes... I thought that might be a problem too.. But fortunately, thanks to the guide on your site, I got to the point where I could just bring my device out to the main TV, plug it in, and root away.
IBNobody said:
Yes... I thought that might be a problem too.. But fortunately, thanks to the guide on your site, I got to the point where I could just bring my device out to the main TV, plug it in, and root away.
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Can confirm it as an HDCP issue.. I have an older projecter with dvi(non hdcp) to hdmi and i see the same issue.

Amazon Fire TV 2 Issues:

Iv got a dozen AFTV 1's and sticks!
However my first AFTV2, after opening and turning it on for the first time, it updated and then booted into a blank screen, nothing! Could not get into the resolution settings, nothing dead! Kaput! sent it back!
2nd AFTV2 I had issues with connecting to the wifi, and then when it was downloading the update, the wifi kept dropping out so I had to download it in bits, when it finally downloaded it installed but the new Wi-Fi remote keeps dropping off! Difficulty in pairing it up at times - so annoying! I tried everything in the end I just give up and used my fire tv stick remote!
I have found that apps I used on the AFTV1 like Advanced Task Killer no longer works as it does not show the correct RAM and does not show the processes that are currently running, so I can’t kill Kodi if Kodi crashes! Works perfectly on AFTV1.
On AFTV1 I use the standard amazon 4 USB amazon hub with a wireless mouse dongle and usb drive and both work, on the AFTV2, the hub doesn’t work, I haven’t tried to power it to see if that would work!
No optical, I guess no big deal as HDMI to TV then optical out to sound receiver! Will try this way! But I would of thought going directly would be better!
Apps like CCleaner and others the screen goes small like an android phone! Or stretched on some apps! On the AFTV1 the screen would at least get filled to the whole screen! It makes these side loaded apps look crap!
I can’t find the 4K content? Although I don’t have a 4K TV! Do you need to connect to a 4K TV for this content to suddenly become available?
The AGK FIRE app doesn’t work! My AFTV2’s don’t even appear on the list, so I can’t side load apps from say another AFTV or phone!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/general/official-fire-tv-2-fire-os-5-including-t3219023

Screen mirroring via wireless display?

A few quick questions for somebody who already has the Moto z play.
Does this phone have wireless display screen mirroring in the stock room? You can check by going settings -> display -> cast and then there should be three dots in the top right you can expand to check and enable casting via wireless display.
Secondly can someone in the U. S. Check if fire emblem heroes is available on the play store for this phone?
Thanks guys
If you mean Miracast, it's not an option from stock, I assume this is because Motorola wants people to buy the projector mod. You can enable Miracast, but you'll have to root your phone first so you can edit build.prop.
I was able to install Fire Emblem Heroes in Canada.
located in the US
no dots in the cast menu. as @timster01 said, Miracast is not an option. you'll need either a Chromecast or to root to enable Miracast.
I've been running FEH flawlessly. great game.
man chromecast is blazing fast something so so rocking hardware! Buy it blindly!! I bought it very cheap hardly used like new one, and its rock solid!! . My expensive and not much expensive smart led TVs(1 panasonic and other sony) have miracast and it sucks like hell, takes life to connect then plays and stutters even on a rapid fast internet connection that I have, its only and only miracast to blame! "mark my words". Chromecast connects 100% always immediately and all apps icon shows so nicely first then video starts. I keep watching videos and movies, its super awesome!!!!! In miracast you only can mirror your phone. In chromecast you start the video and it keeps playing on your tv, and do whatever you want on your phone, make calls or anything! All still will be super smooth. Never disconnected even on 1 bar wifi connection on my phone, something great within that chromecast that takes care of it or whatever. That's why its good all apps are also pushing towards the chromecast "cast" icon. You will notice when you install any video watching good reputed apps now, they will show a pop up to show that you can cast them. Its not about the projector mod at all. First its really about chromecast, as it shows in the wireless display section as well, without root, without changing commands and without the three dots in the top right. Being all google stockish that's why.
Moto Z Play perfectly made for and is definitely meant for chromecast!

Resolution setting not persistent (resets to Auto)

Currently using 3rd gen Fire TV Stick, latest FOS update (Feb 15ish), same issue also with Lite version that I tested a week before.
My TV only supports 1080i, but still gets detected as Full HD (1080p)-capable with "Auto" display resolution, which results in lots of visual artifacts. So I set the Fire TV Stick to 720p manually, and everything works fine.
However, any time the Stick goes to sleep or gets rebooted, the setting reverts to "Auto", requiring me to re-adjust the resolution (which gets even more annoying when trying to use a third-party launcher).
Anyone else encounter this issue, or have pointers on how to fix it? Would be much appreciated!

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