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Instruction manual
Sharp Android TV
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Getting Started
Using the remote control
You can operate many of the TVs features by using the / / / and
OK buttons on the remote control.
1. Use the / / / buttons to “focus” on the desired item.
2. Press the OK button to select the item currently in focus.
To return to the previous screen
Press the BACK button.
On-screen keyboard
There is a preinstalled on-screen keyboard app in your set which will
appear whenever text is expected to be entered by the user, e.g., Wi-Fi
password or website address in the web browser.
To navigate the on-screen keyboard, use the arrow buttons on the remote
control, enter the character selected by pressing OK.
Press and hold OK button for 2 seconds on selected symbol to invoke
associated national character(s) (with accents or diacritical marks).
The Google Assistant
The Google Assistant lets you to use voice commands to quickly  nd and
play your favourite shows, obtain answers and control your home.
Using the Google Assistant with your voice
Remote controls with the Google Assistant have a Google Assistant
dedicated button and a built-in microphone. To use this feature with the
Google Assistant remote control, follow the instructions as below.
1. Press the button.
The light on the remote control will illuminate.
2. Wait for the on-screen message from the Google Assistant, then speak
into the microphone.
By speaking into the microphone, you can search for various content
or control your connected smart home devices.
Speech examples may be displayed on the television screen depending
on your model.
When you cannot access the Google Assistant
Ensure that the remote control which has the button on it, is
paired to the TV by pressing the HOME button and selecting [Settings] —
[Remotes & Accessories]
Using the Google Assistant with on-screen keyboard
1. Press the HOME button, then select (the Google Assistant
icon) from the Home menu.
2. Select icon
3. Via on-screen keyboard, enter your question or command.
NOTE
The Google Assistant requires internet connection.
The Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.
The type of remote control supplied with the TV, and the availability of a
remote control with a built-in microphone varies depending on your model/
region/country. An optional remote control is available in some models/
regions/countries.
Installing apps from the Google Play Store
You can install apps from the Google Play Store to the TV, just like you do
with smartphones and tablets.
NOTE
You can only install apps that are compatible with this television . They may
di er from the apps shown on smartphones/tablets.
An Internet connection and Google account are required to install apps from
the Google Play Store.
HINT
If you do not have a Google account or wish to create a shared account, this
can be done by accessing the following website.
https://accounts.google.com/signup
The website above may vary depending on your region/country. It is also
subject to change without notice. For details, refer to the Google homepage.
We recommend that you create a Google account on a computer or mobile
device.
1. Press the HOME button, select (Apps icon) from the Home
menu, and select Google Play Store from the apps list.
If the supplied remote control has an APPS button, you can press the
APPS button to display the apps list.
2. Select an app to install.
After downloading, the app is automatically installed and added. Its icon
appears in the list of installed apps, allowing you to launch it.
About paid apps
There are free apps and paid apps in the Google Play Store. To purchase a
paid app, a prepaid Google Play gift card code or credit card information is
required. You can purchase a Google Play gift card from various retailers.
To delete an app
1. Press the HOME button, select (Apps icon) from the Home
menu, select Google Play Store from the apps list, and select My Apps.
If the supplied remote control has an APPS button, you can press the
APPS button to display the apps list.
2. Select an app to be deleted, and then uninstall the app.
Alternative method
1. Press the HOME button, select (Apps icon) from the Home
menu, then press OK to open list of apps.
If the supplied remote control has an APPS button, you can press the
APPS button to display the apps list.
2. Select an app to be deleted, press and hold OK button until pop-up
menu appears.
3. Choose option [Uninstall] and con rm with OK.
NOTE
Free space on internal storage of the TV is limited. When storage is full, it will be
not possible to install more apps. To check how much free space is available go
to [Settings] — [Device Preferences] — [Storage].
If internal storage is full and you wish to install additional apps, you will have
to delete some currently installed apps or move apps to USB memory device
or SD card. Please refer to the chapter “Moving apps to a USB memory device
or SD card”.
Moving apps to a USB memory device or SD card
You can move downloaded apps to a USB memory device or SD card to
increase the space available in the TV.
NOTE
When you format a USB memory device/SD card, all data saved in the device
will be deleted. Back up your important data before formatting.
Performing this procedure formats the USB memory device/SD card for ex-
clusive use with the TV. Therefore, you may be unable to use the USB memory
device/SD card with a computer, etc.
Some apps cannot be moved to a USB memory device/SD card.
1. Insert SD card or USB memory device to the TV.
2. Press the HOME button, select [Settings] — [Device Preferences] —
[Storage] — the desired USB memory device or SD card.
3. Format the selected memory device as an internal storage device.
4. When formatting is  nished, press the HOME button, then select
[Settings] — [Apps].
5. Select the app that you want to move to the USB memory device or
SD card.
6. Select the USB memory device/SD card from the used storage. The
app is moved to the USB memory device/SD card.
EN
HINT
Repeat steps 4 to 6 to move additional apps to the USB memory device.
To remove a USB memory device
1. Press the HOME button, select [Settings] — [Device Preferences] —
[Storage] — the desired USB memory device, and then select the
option to remove it.
NOTE
The USB memory device is used only for saving apps. To use the USB memory
device for other purposes, you must format it again.
If you delete an app in the USB memory device using a computer, you will be
unable to launch it from the TV.
If you remove a USB memory device from the TV, you will be unable to use the
apps that were moved to the USB memory device.
You cannot specify a USB memory device as the installation location of an app.
First install the app on the TV as normal, and then move it to the USB memory
device.
Depending on TV model, your set will be equipped with either SD card slot or
Micro SD card slot. Please ensure to use the correct type of SD card, correspond-
ing to the available slot.
Viewing Internet media
You can use video streaming services such as YouTube and Net ix to watch
Internet content. The available services vary depending on your country
and region. You can launch these services by selecting their tiles in the
Home Menu.
NOTE
An Internet connection is required to watch Internet content.
Enjoying safe apps and video streaming services
(Security & restrictions)
You can ensure safe use of the TV by setting installation restrictions on
apps that are downloaded from unknown sources, or age restrictions on
programmes and videos.
1. Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] — then options such as
[Apps] — [Security & restrictions] or [Channel] — [Parental Controls].
NOTE
If you change the [Security & restrictions] settings, your device and personal
data are more vulnerable to attack by unknown apps from sources other than
Play Store. You agree that you are solely responsible for any damage to your
device or loss of data that may result from using these apps.
HINT
Other separate restrictions may be available depending on the app. For details,
refer to the apps Help
Home Menu
The screen displayed when you press the HOME button on the remote
control is called the Home Menu. From the Home Menu, you can search for
content and select recommended content, apps, and settings.
Search, Noti cations, Inputs, and Settings (A)
A
(The Google Assistant): Use the designated Google Assistant
button on the remote control or the on-screen keyboard displayed on the
TV to input keywords and search for various content.
2 (Noti cations): Displayed when there are noti cations such as when
there is a connection issue or software update. The number indicates the
number of noti cations.
(Inputs): Switches the input device connected to the TV.
(Network): Con gure network and internet.
(Settings): Con gure various TV-related settings.
Apps (B)
B
Display your favourite apps.
If you select [Apps], a list of installed apps is displayed.
Select [Add app to favourites] to add an app to favourites.
If you select an added app and press and hold the OK button on the
remote control, you can change the sort order or remove a favourite.
If you select a [Live TV] app, you can watch TV broadcasts or input.
Play Next (C)
C
Displays what you can watch next depending on the content.
Channels (D)
D
The rows under Apps (B) are called “Channels”. Here, you can watch
recommended content from video streaming services.
HINT
You can add content to Play Next by selecting content on any channel and
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pressing and holding the OK button on the remote control.
In the Home Menu, you can change the order of the rows under “Play Next
(C)”. Use the / buttons to move the focus to the round icon of the row you
want to move, and press (or depending on the TV’s display language) to be
able to move the row up or down by pressing the / buttons.
Customise channels (E)
E
[Customise channels] is used to display or hide the selected channels.
Selecting devices that are connected to the TV
To use devices that are connected to the TV such as a Blu-ray/DVD player,
or to watch TV programmes after using such devices, you must switch the
input.
1. Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to select the connected device.
HINT
You can switch to your TV input by simply pressing the TV button on the
remote control.
Switching from the Home Menu
1. Press the HOME button, then select the input source from [Inputs].
Accessibility features
This TV has accessibility features in [Accessibility] such as a text-to-speech
function for on-screen text, zooming to make text easier to read, and
subtitles.
Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] — [Device Preferences] —
[Accessibility] to con gure the user assistive features.
[Accessibility] has a shortcut function so you can turn it on or o by
pressing and holding the BACK and buttons on the remote control for
3 seconds.
Using the TV with Other Devices
Playing content stored on a USB device
Connecting a USB device
Connect a USB storage device to the USB port of the TV to enjoy photo,
music, and video  les stored on the device.
(A) USB storage device
Enjoy photos/music/movies stored on a USB device
You can enjoy photos/music/movies stored on a USB device on the TV
screen.
1. If the USB device connected to the TV has a power switch, turn it on.
2. Press the HOME button, select (Apps icon) from the Home
menu, and select the [DigitalMediaPlayer] from the app list.
If the supplied remote control has an APPS button, you can press the
APPS button to display the app list.
3. Browse the list of folders and  les and select the desired  le. Playback
starts.
NOTE
Depending on the image dimension,  le size, and number of  les in a folder,
some photo images or folders take time to display.
Displaying the USB device may take some time because the TV accesses the
USB device every time the USB device is connected.
While accessing the USB device, do not turn o the TV or USB device and do
not disconnect the USB cable. Otherwise, data stored on the USB device may
be corrupted.
Depending on the  le, playback may not be possible, even when using the
supported formats.
Information about USB devices used for storing
photos and music
The USB ports on the TV support FAT32 and NTFS  le systems.
If your digital still camera does not work with your TV, try the following:
Set the USB connection settings on your camera to “Mass Storage”.
Copy the  les from the camera to a USB  ash
drive, then connect the drive to the TV.
Some photos and movies may be magni ed, resulting
in low picture quality. Depending on the size and aspect
ratio, images may not be displayed in full screen.
It may take a long time to display a photo,
depending on the  le or settings.
Connecting an external devices
Use a connection method below based on the terminals available on your
TV.
NOTE
The available terminals will depend on your model/region/country.
HDMI connection
For optimum picture quality, we recommend connecting your device
to the TV using an HDMI cable. If your device has an HDMI jack (socket),
connect it using an HDMI cable.
(B)
(A)
HDMIHDMI
(A) External Device
(B) HDMI cable (not supplied)*
*Be sure to use an authorised HIGH SPEED HDMI cable bearing the HDMI
logo.
Component video connection
If your external device player has component video jacks (sockets), connect
them to the TV using a component video cable and an audio cable.
Option 1:
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(A) External Device
(B) Component video cable (not supplied)
EN
(C) Audio cable (not supplied)
Option 2:
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(C)
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(A) External Device
(B) Component video cable (not supplied)
(C) Audio cable (not supplied)
(D) Composite video/audio adapter cable (not supplied)
(E) Component video adapter cable (not supplied)
Composite connection
If your external device has composite jacks (sockets), connect them using a
composite video/audio cable.
Option 1:
YW
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R
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(A)
(B)
Video CVBS
Audio R / LAudio R / L
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(A) External Device
(B) Composite video/audio cable (not supplied)
Option 2:
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(B)(C) Audio R / L
Video CVBS
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AV In
(A) External Device
(B) Composite video/audio cable (not supplied)
(C) Composite video/audio adapter cable (not supplied)
Enjoying content from your mobile device on the TV
with Chromecast built-in
Chromecast built-in allows you to wirelessly cast content from your
favourite websites and apps to your TV, directly from your computer or
mobile device.
1. Connect a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet to the same
home network that the TV is connected to.
2. Launch a Chromecast supported app on the mobile device.
3. Select the (cast) icon in the app.
4. The screen of the mobile device is displayed on the TV.
NOTE
An Internet connection is required to use Chromecast built-in.
Outputting audio from an audio system
You can connect audio systems such as AV receivers or sound bars to the
TV. Select a connection method below according to the speci cations of
the audio system you want to connect.
Connecting with an HDMI cable (For details, carefully
read “Connection using an HDMI cable” below.)
Connecting with a digital optical cable
Connecting with an audio cable
For connection methods, refer to the Connecting an audio system page.
NOTE
Refer to the instruction manual of the device to be connected.
Connection using an HDMI cable
This device supports Audio Return Channel (ARC). You can use an HDMI
cable to output audio from audio systems that support ARC.
For connection methods, refer to the Connecting an audio system page.
NOTE
The location of the HDMI terminal that supports ARC varies depending on
the model. Refer to the included reference guide.
Connecting an audio system
See the illustrations below to connect an audio system such as an AV
receiver or soundbar.
HDMI connection (ARC supported)
1. Connect the TV and audio system with an HDMI cable.
Connect to the TV’s HDMI input terminal bearing the text ARC”.
(A)
(B)
HDMI (ARC) HDMI (ARC)
(A) AV receiver or sound bar
(B) HDMI cable (not supplied)*
*We recommend authorised Premium High Speed HDMI Cable(s) bearing
the HDMI logo.
NOTE
HDMI CEC must be enabled on your TV for this connection to work. To enable
it, press the HOME button, then select [Settings] — [Device Preferences] —
[Inputs] and enable option [HDMI control].
Digital optical cable connection
Connect the TV and audio system with a digital optical cable.
Connect to the audio systems digital optical input terminal.
EN
Remote control
Remote Control Parts Description
STANDBY – Switch on the TV when in standby or vice versa. By long
pressing of this button, the set will display a menu o ering power down
option to energy saving standby mode.
SOURCE – To display the input/source menu.
NUMBER BUTTONS – 0–9 to select a TV channel directly.
MUTE – Mute the sound or vice versa.
GUIDE – Opens the 7 day TV guide (digital TV mode).
VOL (+/-) – To increase/decrease the sound level.
The Google Assistant – Use your voice to access entertainment, control
smart devices, get answers on screen, and more.
HOME – Display the TV Home Menu.
CH (+/-) – To increase or decrease the channel being watched.
MENU – Display LIVE TV menu. This button works only in sources (TV,
HDMI, Component, etc.). It will not work in the Home Menu.
INFO – Press once for now/next channel information.
( / / / / OK) – Allows you to navigate the on-screen menus and
adjust the system settings to your preference.
BACK – To go back a previous step.
EXIT – To exit all menus.
NETFLIX – Access the Net ix App.
Prime video – Access the Prime video App.
YouTube – Access the YouTube App.
Google Play Movies & TV – Access the “Google Play Movies & TV” online
service.
MTS – Opens audio track menu.
TEXT – To enter/exit teletext.
SUB – To switch the dialogue at the bottom of the screen (on/o ).
TV – To switch to Live TV.
To play/pause media
To play in fast rewind mode
To play in fast forward mode
To stop the playback
COLOUR BUTTONS – Execute corresponding function at that time.
Con guring the TV
Date & time
Press the HOME button, then select [Settings] — [Device Preferences] —
[Date & Time].
Available options
[Automatic date & time]
Turn on to synchronise the time to the incoming digital television signal. If
connected to the internet, the clock will be updated from here. Turn o to
set the clock manually.
[Set date]
Allows you to set date manually.
This option is available only if option [Automatic date & time] is o .
[Set time]
Allows you to set time manually.
This option is available only if option [Automatic date & time] is o .
[Set Time Zone]
Adjustment of the time o set.
[Use 24-hour format]
You can choose between 12-hour and 24-hour format for displaying time.
NOTE
Ensure you have set correct date and time. Some apps will not work if you have
incorrect date and/or time.
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GUIDE
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BACK EXIT
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