Sony NSX-24GT1 (PDF) Reference guide

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Top Page > Did You Know > What’s New?
What’s New?
This update provides some new functions.
For more, read below...
New Home screen
The Home screen is easier to use. You can customize the new Home screen, by arranging the
Home menu, adding widgets to the Home screen, or changing the wall paper.
For more details, see Using the Home Menu.
Android Market
Android Market will provide your favorite applications. You can purchase or download applications
and instantly use them on your Internet TV.
For more details, see Using Android Market.
TV & Movies
You can browse live and on-demand TV shows, and on-demand movies, by launching the TV &
Movies application. Your Internet TV can access web video content from over 100 domains. When
you select a TV or movie series, you can select an episode from the list.
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Looking for Something?
To find websites, press the SEARCH key, and then type into the Quick Search Box.
To find help information, type into the search box on this Help Guide.
For more, read below...
If at anytime you want to use the search function, just press (SEARCH). Here you can search
for anything from TV to movies and web content to audio. You can also search for help
information in this Help Guide.
To use Quick Search Box
Quick Search Box allows you to find interesting things to watch across multiple sources, such as
websites, TV programs, and applications.
Press (SEARCH) to display the Quick Search Box, and then input keywords to begin your
search.
To organize the targets of a Quick Search
You can add applications as the targets of a Quick Search.
See Searchable items.
Note
Not all applications are searched for by default.
To search for help information
You can find help information through the Help Guide.
Move the pointer to the search box at the top of the Help Guide and click there. Then input
keywords related to your questions into the search box.
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Top Page > Did You Know > To Customize the Home Menu
To Customize the Home Menu
Press the MENU button and select [Customize home items].
For more, read below...
The Home menu can be customized to suit your preferences. You can change the menu items to
be displayed or rearrange the order of menu items to make the menu easier to use.
To replace applications
To remove an item from the Home menu
To add items to the Home menu
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the item you want to replace.3.
Select [Replace].4.
Select the item you want to add instead.5.
Select [done].6.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the item you want to remove.3.
Select [Remove from Home].4.
Select [done].5.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
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Note
If the Home menu has no empty slot, you cannot add a new item.
To change the position of menu items
To add widgets to the Home screen
To change the position of a widget
To remove a widget from Home screen
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Select an empty slot where you want to add the new item.3.
Select the item you want to add.4.
Select [done].5.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the item you want to move.3.
Select [Move].4.
Press /to change the position.5.
Select [done].6.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select [+ add widget].3.
Select the widget you want to add.4.
Select [done].5.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the widget you want to move.3.
Press / / / to change the position.4.
Select [done].5.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the widget you want to remove.3.
Select [Remove from Home].4.
Select [done].5.
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Top Page > Did You Know > How to Use the Keypad
How to Use the Keypad
To select an item, press the arrow buttons then ENTER, or slide on the OFS, then press
down on the OFS.
To pair the Keypad, press CONNECT and hold down Fn + Enter.
For more, read below...
Make a selection
Scroll, zoom in/out, drag
The Keypad allows you to control the Internet TV and any connected devices seamlessly. The
OFS (Optical Finger Sensor) at the right top side of the Keypad allows you to move the pointer like
a mouse.
Operations on the Home or application menu screen
To select a menu item, press / / / to move the cursor to the item, and then press ENTER
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(or Enter) to select or confirm the highlighted item.
Operations on a web browser
To move the pointer, slide your thumb on the OFS (Optical Finger Sensor).
To click, press down the OFS.
Shortcut operations
Holding Fn down and pressing a key with purple characters is a shortcut to the labeled function.
For details, see Keys and Buttons.
Tips
To return to the previous screen on the Internet TV, press (BACK). With some applications,
you may not be able to use (BACK) to return to the previous screen. In such case, hold
down (HOME) to display the Recent apps list then select another application.
To return to the previous screen on the currently displayed device, press ESC.
For more information on the location of keys or buttons, see Keys and Buttons.
When the Keypad does not work
When the Keypad does not work correctly, follow the procedures below. First, confirm the
batteries are inserted properly.
Press CONNECT on the Internet TV for more than two seconds to display the pairing screen.1.
Hold down Fn and Enter until the pairing screen disappears.
The AMP indicator blinks fast twice when pairing starts, and blinks slowly twice when pairing
2.
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Note
When the batteries inserted in the Keypad are low, the AMP indicator blinks quickly for two
seconds and pairing will not work. Replace the old batteries with new batteries.
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has been completed successfully. If pairing is not completed successfully, the AMP indicator
blinks five times.
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Top Page > Did You Know > How to Use the Timer
How to Use the Timer
To set the ON Timer, [All Apps] - [Timer] - [Add Timer].
To set the Sleep Timer, [All Apps] - [Timer] - [Sleep Timer].
For more, read below...
If you set the ON Timer, the Internet TV can be used like an alarm clock. And if you set the Sleep
Timer, it prevents you from forgetting to turn the power off.
To set the ON Timer
Press (HOME) and select [All Apps] - [Timer] - [Add Timer], then set the timer.
To modify the timer setting, select the timer you want to modify and change its settings.
To delete a timer, select [Delete this timer] in the Timer Setting menu.
To set the Sleep Timer
Press (HOME) and select [All Apps] - [Timer] - [Sleep Timer], then select the desired amount of
time for the power to remain on before turning off automatically.
Tip
You can set the Timer from the Settings menu. Press Fn + 1 and select [TV settings] - [Timer].
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Top Page > Did You Know > To Display Another Application While Watching TV (PIP)
To Display Another Application While Watching TV (PIP)
Press the WINDOW button.
For more, read below...
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) is a feature activated by a key that allows you to display the TV screen in
a smaller window (sub window). For example, you can browse the Internet on the full screen,
while watching a TV program in a sub window at the same time.
To use PIP (Picture-in-Picture)
Press (WINDOW) when the TV screen is displayed. When another application is displayed
while the Live TV application is running, hold down (WINDOW) and select [TV].
Press (WINDOW) again to return the TV screen in the sub window to its full size.
To change the sub window size
To move the sub window
Note
You may not be able to use PIP (Picture-in-Picture) when a particular application is running.
Close the application before using PIP (Picture-in-Picture).
Tip
Hold down (WINDOW) until the Picture-in-Picture menu appears.1.
Select [Increase size]/[Decrease size].2.
Hold down (WINDOW) until the Picture-in-Picture menu appears.1.
Select [Move].2.
Press / / / to move the sub window.3.
Press ENTER.4.
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If you cancel PIP (Picture-in-Picture), you can increase the amount of memory available.
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Top Page > Did You Know > To Launch Applications from Recent Apps List
To Launch Applications from Recent Apps List
Hold down the HOME button.
For more, read below...
Running applications are displayed on the Recent apps list. You can select one from the list
without displaying [All apps] in the Home menu.
Hold down (HOME) and select the application by pressing /and ENTER.
Note
Applications launched earlier may be removed from the Recent apps list depending on the
memory available for the Internet TV.
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To Control Other Devices
Complete the AV Receiver setting, press AMP and use keys with orange dots.
For more, read below...
You can control connected devices with the Keypad without using the remote control of each
individual device.
To control an AV Receiver
To control devices with an IR Blaster
Note
If you cannot change channels on a cable/satellite box, press Fn + 1 and select an IR Blaster
device from the list of configured devices in [Video input] - [Configured devices], then select [IR
Blaster settings] - [Advanced settings] to adjust the settings.
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Confirm that the AV Receiver is connected properly, and the proper settings have been made
for the AV Receiver (see Preparing to Control an AV Receiver).
1.
Press AMP.
The indicator lights up to indicate the Keypad is able to control the AV Receiver. The keys with
orange dots can be used to control the AV Receiver.
2.
Confirm that the device is connected properly and the IR Blaster is placed properly.1.
Press Fn + 1, and then select [Video input] - [Configured devices] - [Add device manually].2.
Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the settings.3.
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Top Page > Home > Using the Home Menu
Using the Home Menu
Changing the wallpaper
You can access various content or applications from the Home menu.
To access the Home screen
Press (HOME).
About the Home screen
Tips
You can add widgets to the Home screen. For details, see Adding Widgets.
Applications displayed on the Home screen are shortcuts. You can add applications to or
remove unused applications from the Home screen. If you want to display all applications,
select [All Apps].
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Notifications
Press ENTER to display information about downloading applications, software updates, etc.
(1)
All Apps
Press ENTER to display all applications. For details, see Accessing All Applications.
(2)
Applications (shortcuts)
Select one to launch an application.
(3)
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Changing the wallpaper
You can select a wallpaper pattern.
[Live Wallpaper] changes the pictures displayed one after another, as time goes by.
[Photos] allows you to select any photo registered in the Photos application.
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Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Home and All Apps settings] - [Wallpaper].2.
Select a wallpaper pattern.3.
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Top Page > Home > Adding widgets
Adding widgets
Adding widgets on the Home screen allows you to check your favorite information at a glance, or
use various services.
To change the position of a widget
To remove a widget from Home screen
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Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select [+ add widget].3.
Select the widget you want to add.4.
Select [done].5.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the widget you want to move.3.
Press / / / to change the position.4.
Select [done].5.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the widget you want to remove.3.
Select [Remove from Home].4.
Select [done].5.
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Top Page > Home > Accessing All Applications
Accessing All Applications
Selecting the startup application
You can display all applications installed on your Internet TV by selecting [All Apps]. The All Apps
list also contains bookmarks for websites.
Press (HOME) and select [All Apps].
To hide applications
You can hide unused applications from the All Apps list.
Note
You cannot uninstall applications in this procedure. If you want to uninstall applications, press
Fn + 1 and select [Applications] - [Manage applications].
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Selecting a startup application
If you register a startup application, that application launches when the Internet TV is turned on.
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Press (MENU) when the All Apps list is displayed.1.
Select [Home and All Apps settings] - [Show/hide applications].2.
Remove the check from the box next to the application you want to hide.3.
Press (MENU) when the All Apps list is displayed.1.
Select [Home and All Apps settings] - [Startup application].2.
Select an application.3.
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Top Page > Home > Replacing/Moving Application on the Home Screen
Replacing/Moving Applications on the Home Screen
You can organize and personalize what you want to watch on the Home screen.
To replace applications
To move applications
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Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the item you want to replace.3.
Select [Replace].4.
Select the item you want to add instead.5.
Select [done].6.
Press (MENU) when the Home screen is displayed.1.
Select [Customize home items].2.
Select the item you want to move.3.
Select [Move].4.
Press /to change the position.5.
Select [done].6.
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Top Page > Keypad/Parts & Controls > Keys and Buttons
Keys and Buttons
Device control area
Video control area
Keyboard area
Side area
Device control area
/ / / (4-directions)/ENTER
Press / / / to select an item. Then press ENTER to confirm the highlighted item.
(1)
VOL +/− (VOLUME)
Adjusts the volume.
(2)
(ON/STANDBY) (BD/EXT)
Turns on the connected device or sets to standby mode.
(3)
AMP
Allows you to control the connected AV Receiver.
Keys with orange dots are active when the AMP indicator is on.
See Preparing to Control an AV Receiver.
(4)
(ON/STANDBY) (TV)
Turns on the TV.
(5)
INPUT
Switches inputs of connected devices.
(6)
CH +/−
Selects the next (+) or previous (−) channel. See Watching Live TV.
When CH is pressed with Fn, the page moves up or down.
(7)
(BACK)
Returns to the previous display or shuts down the application or the task.
(BACK) functions regardless of displayed content.
(8)
(HOME)
Displays the Home menu.
The Home menu is a gateway to various content. See Using the Home menu.
(9)
(WINDOW)
Switches the window style.
When (WINDOW) is pressed, PIP (Picture-in-Picture) is activated. PIP (Picture-in-Picture)
(10)
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Video control area
displays the TV screen in a sub window, and the Home menu or other applications in the full
screen. See To Display Another Application While Watching TV.
(MENU)
Displays menu items according to applications.
Select the desired setting from the displayed menu items.
Some applications do not support (MENU).
(11)
Optical Finger Sensor (OFS)
Allows you to control the pointer only with your thumb.
To operate the pointer, slide your thumb on the OFS.
To click, press down the OFS.
(12)
MUTING
Silences the sound.
(13)
GUIDE
Displays Rovi's On Screen Guide. See From TV program guide (GUIDE).
When GUIDE is pressed with Fn, the BD's or DVD's Top Menu is displayed.
(14)
TV
Displays live TV. See Watching Live TV.
(15)
DVR
Displays the DVR (Digital Video Recorder) menu.
When DVR is pressed with Fn, the BD-ROM's Pop-up Menu is displayed.
(16)
(BOOKMARK)
Bookmarks your favorite content.
(17)
Colored keys
Each key corresponds to the functions displayed on the screen.
(1)
(REC)
Records programs into the Digital Video Recorder.
(2)
(STOP)
Stops playback.
(3)
/ (PREV/NEXT)
Skips to the previous/next chapter, track, or file.
(4)
/ (FR/FF)
Fast rewinds/fast forwards video or music.
(5)
(PLAY)
Starts or re-starts playback.
(6)
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