What Auto-Reconnect Does
Connection Monitoring
Constantly monitors connection status.
Smart Retry
Uses intelligent retry timing to avoid network flooding.
Sleep/Wake
Reconnects when Mac or Apple TV wakes from sleep.
IP Changes
Handles network changes and new IP addresses.
How It Works
1
Connection Drops
Network hiccup, Apple TV sleeps, or WiFi switches. The app notices immediately.
2
Automatic Retry
Starts reconnection attempts with exponential backoff. 1s, 2s, 4s, 8s...
3
Back Online
Once Apple TV is reachable, connection restores. You're back in control.
Key Benefits
Stay Connected
Maintains connection automatically.
Network Friendly
Smart retry logic doesn't flood network.
Sleep Aware
Handles sleep/wake cycles gracefully.
Reliable Control
Connection issues don't mean lost control.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Retry connectionCmd+R
Cancel reconnectionEsc