Streaming FAQ. AirPlay to Elmedia Player

Does Elmedia Player support AirPlay Mirroring?
Yes, Elmedia can start a screen mirroring session with AirPlay devices.
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:07 AM
Can Elmedia play the files protected with the DRM (Digital Rights Management) technology?
DRM-protected files are not supported. On attempt to stream such a file into Elmedia Player, you’ll be offered to open it with QuickTime Player instead.
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:07 AM
What ports are used by Elmedia Player for AirPlay streaming?
TCP 5000 and TCP 7000.
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:07 AM
What if I cannot discover or connect to my device from my Mac?
If you are positive that your iOS device and your Mac running Elmedia Player are on the same network and that your network connection is properly configured...
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:07 AM
Does Elmedia Player support streaming from devices running iOS 9 and above?
Yes, Elmedia Player can receive AirPlay streams from iPhones and iPads running iOS 9+.
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:07 AM
I can hear nothing except the noise when streaming audio. How can I fix it?
Enable the Speaker Mode option in Preferences and retry.
Thu, 9 Jun, 2022 at 2:58 PM
Can Elmedia Player control the playback on the remote device it is streaming from?
When you are receiving music in Elmedia Player, the playback controls (Play/Pause, Next track, etc.) are available if the remote source supports them.
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:07 AM
The sound intermittently cuts out when I listen to my music through Elmedia Player. What may cause this and how to fix it?
This problem may happen for plenty of reasons, ranging from misconfigured wireless connection and poor signal to overtaxed network and radio frequency inter...
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:08 AM
Does Elmedia Player support ad-hoc networks?
Yes, you can create an ad-hoc network on your computer and connect your iOS device directly to it. This is the way to go if your network settings prevent yo...
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:08 AM
How to set a password and why might I need one?
Elmedia Player running on your Mac will be listed on any iOS device connected to the same network. Anyone who sees your computer will be able to stream medi...
Wed, 1 Dec, 2021 at 10:08 AM