How do I set up Sony's Android TV for the first time? (XD75, XD70, XD83, XD80, SD80 and ZD9 Series)

IMPORTANT: This FAQ is applicable to the following models: KD49XD7005, KD49XD7004, KD55XD7005, KD55XD7004, KD65XD7505, KD65XD7504, KD49XD8005, KD43XD8005, KD49XD8077, KD43XD8077, KD49XD8088, KD43XD8088, KD49XD8099, KD43XD8099, KD50SD8005, KD55XD8005, KD49XD8305, KD43XD8305, KD65ZD9, KD75ZD9.

This article illustrates how to set up your TV for the first time:

1. Please select your preferred language on the "Welcome" screen. In this instance ENGLISH.
   
   
2. Next, you will have the option of setting up your TV with your Android smartphone, tablet or other device. If you have a compatible product, select YES and follow the on-screen instructions on your TV and Android device.
   NOTE: Connecting your Android device with your TV will enable you to copy over your Google profile and set up a Wi-Fi connection. After completing this step, you will go directly to Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy screen (Skip to step 9).
   
   
3. Next, choose your preferred network settings on the "Select your Wi-Fi network" screen. You can either: select the wireless network you would like to connect to from the list of options available or - for a wired connection - use a LAN cable.
   
    
   
4. After choosing your network, an "Enter password..." screen will appear. Press the OK button on your remote, while the text field is highlighted, to activate the on-screen keyboard. Then, input the password for your network and press NEXT/ENTER or FINISH to proceed.
   
   
   NOTE: You can also use a USB keyboard to input your password.
   
5. On the "Sign in to Google" screen, you will have three options:
   
   a.     USE YOUR PHONE OR LAPTOP
   b.     USE YOUR PASSWORD
   c.     SKIP
   
   
   Select your preferred option.
   
   

   NOTE: For easy Google sign-in, choose USE YOUR PASSWORD and fill in your details.
   
    

6. If you decide to use the option USE YOUR PHONE OR LAPTOP, your phone/laptop needs to be connected to the same network. This is the recommended option if you would like to hide your Google account and password being displayed on your TV screen. After selecting the USE YOUR PASSWORD, follow the on-screen instructions displayed on your TV.
   
   
   
   NOTE: Please be aware that if you skip this section, you may need to sign in later to access certain Google apps and/or services on your Sony's Android TV.

7. A confirmation message: "Your device is connected" will appear on your screen indicating that the connection has been successful.
   
   

8. Regardless of the sign-in option you choose, the next screen with the message: "Success" will show that you have signed into your Google account.
   
   

9. The following screen will display four options:
   
   a.     ACCEPT
   b.     VIEW GOOGLE TERMS OF SERVICE
   c.     VIEW GOOGLE PRIVACY POLICY
   d.     VIEW GOOGLE PLAY TERMS OF SERVICE
   
   Select ACCEPT to proceed with the TV setup.
   
   
   
   IMPORTANT: Use of this TV requires consent to Google & Google Play Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy.

10. On the "Location" screen, choose either YES or NO on whether third party apps have permission to use your device's location.
    
    

11. Then choose whether you wish to Help improve Android TV by automatically sending diagnostic data to Google.
    
    
    

12. Select your country.
    
    

13. Next, a "Privacy Policy" agreement will be displayed.
    
    
    NOTE: Please be aware that to continue with the TV setup and get the most out of your TV (such as software updates), you must scroll down to the bottom of the screen using the down arrow button and then select the option AGREE. You must agree to the Sony Privacy Policy in order to receive software downloads. This way, as soon as an update is available for your device, it will start downloading automatically.

14. After this, you will be required to enter a 4-digit PIN code. Apart from "0000", any other combination will be accepted. You will have to enter your new PIN twice: the first time to set your code and the second time to verify it matches what you've originally chosen. A new screen "PIN code has been set" will confirm that your new PIN has been activated.
    
    NOTE: Please remember your PIN and/or store it in a safe place.
    
    Your PIN code will be required when you change the Parental Lock settings or when you temporarily unblock the blocked digital/satellite service.

15. You will now have the chance to tune your satellite receiver. Either START the process or SKIP to tune your TV at a later date.
    
    
    

16. A new screen "Select the broadcaster type to automatically search for services" will now appear. Connect your TV cable before you choose the broadcast type for channel search, and choose one of the following:
    
    a.     DIGITAL AND ANALOGUE
    b.     DIGITAL
    c.     ANALOGUE
    d.     SKIP
    
    
    

17. After choosing your broadcast type, you need to optimise your sound system. Specify how your TV is positioned and choose either TABLE-TOP STAND or WALL MOUNT.
    
    

18. See if you want to "Enable Remote Start", a function that allows an external device to power on your device. Select either ON or OFF.
    
    
    

19. Change the time and date or SKIP to confirm.
    
    
    

20. Your TV should now be ready. Select COMPLETE on the "Setup completed!" screen to continue onto the home menu.
    
    

21. You will then be taken to the Sony's Android TV Home screen.
    

NOTE: You can also manually initiate the TV setup at any time by following these steps:

[HOME] > [Settings] > [TV - Auto start-up] > [YES]

HOME

Settings




TV - Auto start-up [YES]

NOTE: The screenshots provided here are for reference only. The actual screen might differ slightly according to your country, model or firmware version.