Slimport - Nexus 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Alright people: I don't know, if this is the right place, but I'll just post here...
So I recieved this last week and tried it out immediately... But: it doesn't work properly. I got it to work for 2 seconds but then the TV always says 'no signal'... I tried it on 2 different TVs but it's the same on both. It also doesn't work on my nexus 7 (2012) stock, rooted and also not on a complete stock nexus 7 (2012). So I want to know, if i need to enable something of if it is a hardware bug and also if anyone else has this problem.
Thanks to u guys who help me
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Mmh i don't know personally, but i have at home an MHL cable i want to know if i can mod the cable to work on Nexus 5
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Mhl is not compatible with any new Nexus devices: it's used by Samsung only so it will work with the Galaxy Nexus.
Slimport adaptors are compatible with Nexus 4, 5 and 7 (2013 only), so its normal that you can't get your 2012 nexus 7 to work.
Instead, it should be perfectly working with a Nexus 5, since no previous configuration is required.
In my case, the first time I connected my N5 to my HDTV via Slimport adaptor it took about ten seconds to see the home screen of my phone, but since then, it has always worked just after connecting it.
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pgptheoriginal said:
Mhl is not compatible with any new Nexus devices: it's used by Samsung only so it will work with the Galaxy Nexus.
Slimport adaptors are compatible with Nexus 4, 5 and 7 (2013 only), so its normal that you can't get your 2012 nexus 7 to work.
Instead, it should be perfectly working with a Nexus 5, since no previous configuration is required.
In my case, the first time I connected my N5 to my HDTV via Slimport adaptor it took about ten seconds to see the home screen of my phone, but since then, it has always worked just after connecting it.
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Thanks, I forgot about the nexus 7... well, i think i have to try it again, maybe i didn't wait long enough... Again thanks!
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I didn't have to wait very long to get an image, it usually takes no more than 2-3 seconds. Maybe the adapter is defective?
Here's a demo showing slimport on a nexus 5:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnR3KofhVMA&feature=youtube_gdata_player

I always have an issue when connecting my gf's S4 to her TV via an MHL adapter. I have to make sure the connections are tight and eliminate alot of movement, PITA!
But I guess just give everything a good push, make sure connections are really good and lay it on a flat surface to see if movement is affecting the connection. The adapter your using might be flimsy too

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Miracast

Hello all. Hope you are enjoying your N5s. Yesterday I bought a cheap streaming box ( PANASONIC - DMP-MS10EB-K ) with miracast capabilities. Unfortunately I can not get miracast to work.
There are YouTube videos of the device working with the note3 and s4 as well as nexus 7, but no joy for me and my lovely N5.
Has anyone got miracast working? If so what device are you using?
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At which step is it not working for you?
I'm using a Sony Bravia smart TV and worked right away!
Be sure to enable miracast on your phone though, it's under display settings, "Wireless Display" has to be ON.
It is enabled on phone. My phone does see the Panasonic device and starts connecting. The TV screen shows that it is trying to connect also then after about 30 seconds the Panasonic disappears from the list on the phone and then I get unable to connect.
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The Panasonic is still not working so I will get different device. Any suggestions?
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I have just bought the DMP-MS10EB-K too and I can't get it to work with my Nexus 5. I get the same problem as you describe.
I have my Nexus 7 (2013) in work and I will test it tomorrow but I have seen videos of it working Nexus 7 to DMP-MS10EB-K.
I will post if it works later.
holey78 said:
I have just bought the DMP-MS10EB-K too and I can't get it to work with my Nexus 5. I get the same problem as you describe.
I have my Nexus 7 (2013) in work and I will test it tomorrow but I have seen videos of it working Nexus 7 to DMP-MS10EB-K.
I will post if it works later.
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This thing is Rubbish. I tried a Note 2, Galaxy s3, Surface pro and Surface 2. Non work. It just connects for a couple of seconds then disconnects with no picture at all. Really annoying. Would be nice to get a list on this thread as to which devices do work. If any?
gersrt said:
This thing is Rubbish. I tried a Note 2, Galaxy s3, Surface pro and Surface 2. Non work. It just connects for a couple of seconds then disconnects with no picture at all. Really annoying. Would be nice to get a list on this thread as to which devices do work. If any?
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I will get my Nexus 7 and XPS12 which I think has miracast and post the results tomorrow. If I have no luck I think I will be taking it back. Its a shame really as its pretty good at dlna and Netflix. There is a video on YouTube with a guy using it with Samsung phones and a Nexus 7.
Think he might be a reseller of some sort. Did you see his review on Amazon, talk about Over the top its ridiculous. Sounds like he is selling them to me. Besides he doesn't show the device on youtube or how he connected. Very suspect. Let us know how you get on cheers.
Well I suppose it is good to know that it is not just me having problems. What to try next?
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Only had time to test for 10 minutes. Nexus 7 2013 connected after a couple of attempts. I could flick the menu's around fine with minimal lag and was impressed. I then tried to play some video and the MS10 froze on two occasions and I had to pull the plug to restart it.
I will play around with the settings and test some other devices tomorrow.
holey78 said:
Only had time to test for 10 minutes. Nexus 7 2013 connected after a couple of attempts. I could flick the menu's around fine with minimal lag and was impressed. I then tried to play some video and the MS10 froze on two occasions and I had to pull the plug to restart it.
I will play around with the settings and test some other devices tomorrow.
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cool thanks mate keep us posted.
cheers
I have tried the Rocketfish Miracast Video Receiver using my Nexus 5. I have no problem connect to my old LG HDTV( no CEC support, cannot change the receiver setting). It mirror the games( Asphalt 8, Sonic Racing, Riptide GP2) I played on Nexus 5 with little lagging. Mainly I want to show pictures and family video of my phone to TV, I found it works fine for me.
Hi, I've also tried with my smart tv LG 42lm620s, but without luck.. I see the TV on N5, when I try to connect to TV, on TV I see the loading bar for the connection, but after some time (~20sec) TV outputs an error of "device not compatible" and TV disappears from N5 list.
I sent an email to LG, still waiting for response....
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I bought a Panasonic BluRay player with built in Miracast support yesterday and cannot get it to work with my Nexus 5. They 'try to connect' and then it fails with my N5 freezing every time. Adding to my frustration is the fact that my N5 is completely stock with only root & a custom recovery.
Also, it works perfectly with my stock, unrooted Galaxy S 4 & my Nexus 4 running Slimbean. Short of installing Slimkat, which will eventually happen, does anyone have any ideas for getting this working?
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Oui!
gersrt said:
This thing is Rubbish. I tried a Note 2, Galaxy s3, Surface pro and Surface 2. Non work. It just connects for a couple of seconds then disconnects with no picture at all. Really annoying. Would be nice to get a list on this thread as to which devices do work. If any?
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Exactly the same here. Note 2, Nexus 5, Surface 2 Pro, all fall on this device. It seems to disconnect from wireless and then goes AWOL like a banana. Waiting for a response from Panasonic as this is clearly an issue with them, not with the Nexus 5.
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s that have prompted you to contact our department. Unfortunately, without sight of the unit it is very difficult for us to determine the exact nature of the fault. Therefore, we advise you to consult a service engineer for further investigation.
Panasonic UK does not recommend that customers attempt their own repairs. Instead, we suggest that the product is submitted to an authorised service agent for attention. Those in your local area can be found through our website.
We trust that the above information will be of assistance to you. However, of course, if you should have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

[Q] NFC Bluetooth Pairing

Has anyone had any success with NFC Bluetooth pairing on the Nexus 5? I made some tags a while back with my Galaxy Nexus, and both my GNex and Nexus 7 have always paired with my devices without a problem. The Nexus 5 makes a sound when put next to the NFC tags, but does nothing.
I'm not sure about the nexus 7, but tags that used to work with the galaxy nexus, no longer work with N4/N5.
The ones that I noticed, were the Samsung tags that were released with the s3
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So you think it might be the tags rather than NFC Bluetooth pairing not working?
I paired sony sbh52 with N5 using NFC. No problems at all.
You need to unlock the phone before pairing and turn bluetooth on.
I did try it with Bluetooth on and the phone unlocked, but it's still not working. The tags I made work fine with my Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 7. Android Beam works fine with my Nexus 5, so I'm pretty sure my NFC is working on my Nexus 5. I'm going to try researching to see if it's the tags, before I go through the hassle of returning my phone, if it's a phone issue.
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I'm not sure about the nexus 7, but tags that used to work with the galaxy nexus, no longer work with N4/N5.
The ones that I noticed, were the Samsung tags that were released with the s3
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Ok, after doing much research, I discovered what the problem was, and you were right. The Nexus 5 does not support MIFARE tags, which are the tags that I own. It appears like it does support NTAG203 tags, so I purchased some and will try them out. Thank you!

[Q] Nexus 5 MirrorLink Compatible?

Anyone tried to connect their Nexus 5 to a MirrorLink device? Since LG is a member and the Nexus 4 was compatible I was hoping that carried forward for the N5. What about Miracast? I saw the option to share display wirelessly.
The Google Nexus 4 does not support Mirror Link as far as im aware ...don't think the Nexus 5 does either which is a real shame!
slinkydonkey said:
The Google Nexus 4 does not support Mirror Link as far as im aware ...don't think the Nexus 5 does either which is a real shame!
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Thanks for the reply. I am getting my screen sharing solutions mixed up. Miracast was supported with the N4 and is on the N5 too. It does suck MirrorLink is not supported. Hopefully someone comes up with a solution to pass the touch interface through.
-Rick
Just wanted to bump this thread to see if anyone has found a solution to getting the Nexus 5 to work with a MirrorLink device. My Google-fu hasn't turned up anything promising unfortunately....
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Just wanted to bump this thread to see if anyone has found a solution to getting the Nexus 5 to work with a MirrorLink device. My Google-fu hasn't turned up anything promising unfortunately....
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Not yet, but I'm still trying!
Works with Samsung S7's, Tried my bosses.
Did anyone try this - github[dot]com/sileht/mirrorlink-nexus5-apps?
I have no idea how to use it though :/
Bumping this thread...
Is anyone aware of any way of getting a Nexus 5 to work with mirror link?

[Q] How do I stream Nexus 5 to TV

Hi,
I have recently bought a Nexus 5, and I am looking for a way to stream, either the whole screen, or just videos/pictures.
The TV I am using is a Samsung UE46C6700 LED-TV, it is an internet TVand it has allshare.
I have not rooted my nexus 5 and also am not planning to do so as long as I still have guarantee
Please reply, thanks!

Gear s2 and Nexus5 MM bluetooth?

I am thinking about buy a gear s2 but I've been reading that does not get along with Android 6 and that gives problems when reconnects the bluetooth. It is true? I have a N5 6.0.1
Thank you
mpxinside said:
I am thinking about buy a gear s2 but I've been reading that does not get along with Android 6 and that gives problems when reconnects the bluetooth. It is true? I have a N5 6.0.1
Thank you
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Yes, It´s really true, at least with a NOTE 3 and MM ROM, if you go out of BT coverage then they will not connect by itself anymore, you need to go to gear manager and connect it manually by press "connect". This do gear G2 totally useless because if you forget to do the manual reconnection you'll miss all the notifications. It´s sad...
I have a Nexus 5 with MM 6.0.1 and it works fine!
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kurtxo said:
Yes, It´s really true, at least with a NOTE 3 and MM ROM, if you go out of BT coverage then they will not connect by itself anymore, you need to go to gear manager and connect it manually by press "connect". This do gear G2 totally useless because if you forget to do the manual reconnection you'll miss all the notifications. It´s sad...
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I am using Gear S2 T-Mobile variant with Note 5 (Android 6.0.1) and have no re-connect issues.

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