You can then select that computer and control it remotely. If VLC is running on your computer, then you should see a Traffic cone next to the computer entry. Make sure that there is a checkmark next to VLC for both public and private networks.īy now, you should be able to see your computer in the VLC Remotes page under 'Found Computers'.Select 'Allow a program through Windows firewall'.Open the Control Panel (start/Control Panel).Make sure that there is a checkmark next. Select Allow a program through Windows firewall. Open the Control Panel (start/Control Panel) Type firewall in the search box. If you don't see this alert and VLC remote isn't automatically finding your VLC player when you press 're-scan' then you will need to manually allow VLC through the firewall If you dont see this alert and VLC remote isnt automatically finding your VLC player when you press re-scan then you will need to manually allow VLC through the firewall. This allows VLC to communicate to your phone (and vice versa). If you see this option, then you should choose 'unblock'. When you launch VLC, Windows may ask you whether to block or unblock VLC.
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The default password we use is 'vlcremote' if you use this password, then the remote will connect automatically without you needing to re-enter your password.This should show 'http' in the text box.Find the 'Main interfaces' preference page.Click on the 'All' button at the bottom left of the screen.Enable 'All Settings' (by default VLC only shows the most used settings).If you are using an earlier version of VLC, then please click here.īack to setup main page A) Enable the HTTP Interface NB: These setup instructions are for VLC 2.1 or later. Set up VLC for the VLC Remote - Windows NB: It is much easier to do this setup with the Setup Helper.