How to Mirror Mobile Screen to TV with DLNA?

If your TV has only a DLNA feature and it accepts only DLNA broadcasts, then you can still watch a full mirror of your mobile screen using the FTA Server app.

You can cast your phone to a TV using DLNA by turning your phone into a DLNA server and connecting it to a DLNA-compatible smart TV over the same Wi-Fi network. This lets you stream photos, videos, and music wirelessly without cables or extra hardware.

Here’s a clear step-by-step guide:

Check DLNA Feature –

Check the TV or Set-Top box compatibility to see if it has a DLNA feature

DLNA requires your TV to support Media Share or DLNA certification.

Look for the DLNA-certified logo or ‘Media Share’ in TV settings

Confirm your TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi router as your phone

Connect Phone and TV to the Same Network –

DLNA works only when both devices share the same local Wi-Fi.

Open Wi-Fi settings on your phone

Connect your TV to the same router

Install FTA Server App –

This app enables full-screen mirroring over DLNA. You can download it here.

Download and install the FTA Server from your app store

Open the app and grant the necessary permissions

Start DLNA Broadcast –

Turn your phone into a DLNA server and select your TV.

In the FTA Server, go to Mirror

Tap Start Mirroring

Choose your TV or set-top box as the DLNA target device

Enjoy Mirroring –

Your TV will now display your phone’s broadcast.

Watch videos, photos, or mirror your full screen

Use your phone normally while the TV displays it so you can Watch videos, photos, or even mirror your full screen Use your phone normally while the TV displays it. As you know, DLNA is ideal for streaming stored videos, music, and photos, but not live screen mirroring. But the FTA Server app can do this easily.