How do I view 4K and HDR content on Sony's 4K Android TV using an external HDMI device?
4K (50p/60p or 100/120p) Content:
Note: Some models do not support the 4K Enhanced Format (18Gbps or above) such as 4K 100p/120p. For details regarding Enhanced Format, refer to the following article: What types of 8K or 4K (50p/60p or 100p/120p) video signals are supported by the TV?
- Connect the TV to an HDMI cable that supports 4K content playback.
- To view content in 4K 50p/60p:
- Use a High-Speed HDMI cable to connect the TV to an HDMI device that supports 4K.
- To view content in 4K Enhanced Format (18Gbps):
- Use a Premium High-Speed HDMI cable to connect the TV to an HDMI device that supports 4K.
- To view content in 4K Enhanced Format (18Gbps or above):
- Use an Ultra High-Speed HDMI cable to connect the TV to an HDMI device that supports 4K.
- To view content in 4K 50p/60p:
- Connect the HDMI cable to a compatible HDMI terminal on the TV.
Note: Compatible HDMI terminals depend on the TV model. For additional details, refer to the following FAQ: What functions are supported on each of the HDMI terminals? - Open the
(Settings) screen using your remote control. How to access Settings
- Select Channels & Inputs or Watching TV.
Note: If the options above are not shown, skip this step. - Select External inputs.
- Select HDMI signal format or HDMI signal format/VRR.
- Depending on your TV model, set the HDMI signal format to one of the options below: Enhanced Format settings
HDR (High Dynamic Range) Content:
Follow the steps below to play back HDR content:
- Prepare a TV which supports HDR content.
Notes:- To see if your TV supports HDR content and check the compatibility of the HDMI terminal, refer to the following article: Is my Android TV/Google TV compatible with HDR?
- Some HDMI terminals may not support 4K (60p) with HDR.
- The 2K W80xG series only supports the following content:
- HDMI-connected PlayStation 4 HDR game titles.
- Netflix and YouTube™ app HDR video.
- Connect the HDR-supported HDMI device to the TV.