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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Check for a TV software update

Install available fixes and improvements.

Sony · Google TVAbout 4 minutes8 steps · 8 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 8

Keep the TV powered

Make sure the television is connected to the internet. Do not unplug it during an update.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example Before updating screen with Internet connected highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Keep the TV powered

Make sure the television is connected to the internet. Do not unplug it during an update.

Example Before updating screen with Internet connected highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Press Quick Settings

Press the Quick Settings button (the cog) on your remote.

An example TV remote with the Settings button highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Open Settings

Select Settings.

Example screen with open settings highlighted.
Step 3

STEP 4

Open System

Select System.

Example Settings screen with System highlighted.
Step 4

STEP 5

Open About

Select About.

Example System screen with About highlighted.
Step 5

STEP 6

Open System software update

Select System software update.

Example About screen with System software update highlighted.
Step 6

STEP 7

Check

Choose Check for update or Update now.

Example Software update screen with Check for update highlighted.
Step 7

STEP 8

Let it finish

Accept the update and leave the television connected to power while it restarts.

Example Updating screen with Progress highlighted.
Step 8

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly which option to select with your remote. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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