How to Update Sony Smart TV [4 Ways]

Upgrading your TV software is quick and straightforward. You can either let the TV install updates automatically or manually check for updates and install them if any are available. Why would you want to upgrade your TV’s software? There are several causes for this.

For starters, new features may have been released by either the brand or the operating system itself. Second, there may be bug fixes that can assist in resolving various situations.

Software or firmware updates may potentially provide security enhancements as well as new app functionality for your TV. As a result, it’s best to check for and install these updates on a regular basis.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to update and install new firmware upgrades on your Sony Smart TV.

You should be aware that there are various sorts of Sony Televisions on the market. Some TVs include Google TV, others include Android TV, and still others include the in-house operating system found on older LED and LCD TV models.

We’ll look at how to update the TV for all models of Sony Televisions.

How to Update Sony TV [Android TV and Google TV]

Google TV OS is an improved version of Android TV OS. Most modern Sony televisions include Google TV. Here are the methods for updating your Sony Google TV and Android TV.

Power up your Sony Google TV and Press the Help button on the remote.
Now, select Status and Diagnostics followed by System Software Update.
Finally, choose Software Update.

To update other Android TV Sony models, you can follow these steps.

Switch the TV on and press the Help button on your TV remote. Or if Help button missing, Press Home button and choose Help.
Front the Help menu, simply select the System Software update followed by Software Update.
Some TV models will display Check For a System Update.
Select it to download and install updates if available.

When it comes to Android or Google TVs, your TV will also display a notification on the home screen informing you that a software update is ready for download and installation on your Sony TV.

How to Manually Update Sony Smart TV [Android TV and Google TV]

If your Sony Google TV or Android TV is unable to get the update or connect to the internet for whatever reason, you can manually download the update and install it using a USB drive.

On your PC, visit the Sony Support website.
Now, type in the model of your Sony TV. The model number is usually present on a sticker on the back panel of your TV.
Once you have entered the model number of your TV, Click on the Software or Firmware section.
Download the Firmware to your PC and then copy it to a USB drive. Make sure that there’s nothing on the USB drive.
Also, keep the firmware file outside instead of any folder in your USB drive.
Plug the USB drive into your TV USB ports and follow the update instructions on the firmware support page for your particular Sony TV model.

How to Update Other Sony LED and LCD TV Models

If you don’t have a smart Sony TV, you can still check for software updates if your TV can connect to the internet. We will demonstrate how to update such Sony Televisions both with and without the internet.

Update LCD and LED Sony TV Models via the Internet

Select the Settings menu on your TV screen.
Now, navigate to Customer Support, Setup, or Product Support Option.
Now, choose the Software Update option.
Finally, choose Network and click on Yes or Ok to begin downloading any update if available.
If you don’t have the Software Update option on your TV, simply select the Automatic Software download option. The TV will download the update as and when it finds an update.

Update Other Sony LED and LCD TV Models via USB

Even if your television is not connected to the internet, you can still install updates using a USB device. The steps are straightforward.

Head over to the Sony Support official pages on your PC.
Now, enter the model number of your Sony LED or LCD TV.
The model number is present on the back of your TV.
Once you have entered the TV model, select your TV and choose the Firmware or Software option.
Download the latest available firmware update and download it to your PC.
Copy the firmware file to your USB drive.
Make sure to keep the firmware file outside and not in any folder on your USB drive.
Plug the USB drive into your Sony TV and follow the steps that you see on the support page of your particular Sony TV model to update the firmware.

Update Sony LCD and LED TVs With No Software Download Option

Certain Sony LCD and LED Televisions can connect to the internet, however there is no Software Update or Download Software option when you go into the Settings menu to check for software updates. These Televisions will include an Automatic Software Download option in such instances. Here’s how to enable the Automatic Download feature on Sony LCD and LED TVs.

Grab the TV remote and press the Home button present on it.
Select the Settings option followed by Product or Customer Support.
Here, you should see the Automatic Software Update option. This can also be known as Automatic Software Download on some LCD and LED Sony TV models.
Make sure to enable this feature by selecting the On option.
The TV will now automatically download any software updates if available whenever it is connected to the internet.

How to Update Sony LCD and LED TVs based on Help Option Display

There are several models of Sony’s LED and LCD televisions available. It can be difficult to find your precise TV model and determine how to upgrade the TV. Sony has created a quick and straightforward method for identifying and updating your television. This can be done depending on where the Help option appears on the screen. Some TVs have it in the upper right or left corner, while others have it in the lower left and right corners.

If The Help Is Not Displayed At The Top Right Corner

Now, if you have a Sony LCD TV or LED TV that displays the Help icon in any three corners of the screen except the top right corner, you can upgrade your Sony TV by following these steps.

Press the Home button and select the Settings option.
Navigate and select Customer Support Setup. Some TVs will have a product Support option in the menu. Select it.
Now, select the Software Update option. If you see a Network option, select it. Or else, simply select OK.
The TV will now download and check for updates if available.

If The Help Is Displayed At The Top Right Corner

The steps above are for Sony Televisions with help displayed in various corners of the screen. If your Sony TV displays the assistance icon in the top right corner, you should follow these steps.

Press the Home button on your TV remote and select the Help icon on your TV screen.
Choose Customer Support followed by Software Update.
Select Network and choose Ok.
Your TV will begin to check for software updates if any are available for your TV. The TV will also download and later install the update when it’s done.

Summary

This finishes the guide on how to upgrade the firmware of any Sony television on the market. If available, you can upgrade the firmware for a smart Sony TV or a semi-smart Sony LED or LCD TV. If you have any questions or comments, please leave them in the comments box below.

Source: YTECHB