SETTING UP YOUR VIRTUAL SCREENING
Q. OK I’m logged into Eventive. How do I stream movies?
To watch on your TV –
If you have an Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, or any similar device or smart TV, set your computer or mobile device to “airplay” or “cast” to the TV device. Unlock the program on Eventive Virtual Festival, then set your player window to full-screen using the icon at the lower right.
Additionally, if you have an Apple TV or Roku we recommend downloading the Eventive App to watch films that you have already unlocked/purchased through your web browser.
To watch on your computer, tablet or smartphone –
You can watch content on PCs running Windows 7+, and Intel-based Macs running macOS 10.12+. You can also watch films on Android tablets and phones using Chrome, and on iPhones and iPads using Safari.
If you have an Apple TV or Roku device, you can use our dedicated apps for these platforms. If you have a Chromecast, you can cast to it from Chrome on your computer or Android phone.
For more detailed information, please click here.
Q. Which browser should I use to access Eventive?
We recommend using the latest version of your browser.
For macOS 10.12 (or later): Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Opera.
For Windows 7, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10: Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera. Internet Explorer is not supported.
Q. Can I watch content on my iPhone/iPad?
Yes, you can watch content using Safari on iOS 11.2 or later.
*Important to note: Due to content protection restrictions, the Screen Mirroring feature cannot be used. Additionally, HDMI or other video dongles cannot be connected to your device. Instead, use AirPlay or our dedicated TV app to watch on your TV.
Q. Can I watch content on my Android device?
Yes, you can watch content using Chrome on Android 6.0 or later.
If Chromecasting, must have 3rd generation or later Chromecast stick.
To Chromecast from a mobile Android device:
Make sure your mobile phone or tablet is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device.
Click the “Cast” icon in the lower right hand corner of the player. If no icon appears, this means casting is not supported on your device.
To Chromecast from computer:
Open the content in the Google Chrome browser.
Click the “Cast” icon in the lower right hand corner of the player. If no icon appears, this means casting is not supported on your device.
Q. How do I connect my Eventive account with the Eventive app on my TV?
From your TV, Download the “Eventive TV” app onto your Apple TV or Roku.
Once installed it will give you a code to sync with your watch.eventive.org account.
Purchase/Unlock movies using your web browser on your computer, tablet, or mobile devices.
The app can only playback films, not livestream events, chats, or recordings of live streams.
Movies should appear on your Eventive TV app under “My Content” – you many need to refresh the app or select “Browse Channels” and then reselect “My Content” for it to appear.