Voice search (Google Assistant)

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Voice search 

The voice search function can help you find the content you are looking for by listening to your spoken search words. To use the voice search function, you need an Internet connection and must be signed in to your Google account.

When you are using an app, search results in the app will be displayed on your TV screen. Below are examples of where the voice search function can be used:

• YouTube™: You can search for content available on YouTube. 
• TV broadcast: TV programmes related to your search word appear on your TV screen. 

How to use the voice search function 

1. On your remote control, press the MIC or Google Assistant button.
   The location of the MIC or Google Assistant button for models released in 2021
   
   Look for the large navigation wheel in the middle. Press the circular button centred immediately above the top of the wheel.
   
2. At the top of your TV remote control, speak into the microphone (such as a movie title) while holding the MIC or Google Assistant button. 
   If your model supports eARC:
   
   When eARC is activated, a verbal response will not be available. A verbal response will be available by following these steps:

   1. On the remote control, press the Quick Settings ( or ) button, and select  Settings.
   2. The next steps will depend on your TV menu options:
      • Select Display & Sound → Audio output → Audio system settings → eARC mode or eARC setting → Off.
      • Select Display & Sound → Audio output → eARC mode → Off.

Google Assistant

If your TV has Google Assistant, you can use voice to ask Google Assistant to play your favourite movie or TV show, check the score of your favourite team, control your TV, or dim the lights, among other things.

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