Sony XR-55A90J Reference guide

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Television
Getting Started [1]
Remote control [2]
Upper buttons on the remote control [3]
Middle buttons on the remote control [4]
Lower buttons on the remote control [5]
Connecting terminal [6]
How the LEDs light up [7]
Home menu [8]
Selecting inputs [9]
Performing acoustic auto calibration [10]
Accessibility features [11]
Useful features [12]
Searching for content/operating the TV with your voice [13]
Using the remote control microphone [14]
Using the built-in MIC (only TVs with a built-in MIC) [15]
Enjoying preferred apps [16]
Installing apps [17]
Enjoying safe apps and video streaming services (Security and restrictions)
[18]
Watching TV [19]
Watching TV programmes [20]
Understanding the information banner icons [21]
Using the programme guide [22]
Configuring channel settings [23]
Receiving digital broadcasts [24]
Receiving satellite broadcasts [25]
Sorting or editing the channels [26]
Using the TV menu [27]
Using interactive broadcast TV services [28]
Useful features when watching TV [29]
Changing the picture and sound quality to your preferences [30]

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Adjusting the picture quality [31]
Adjusting the sound quality [32]
“Sound” advanced settings [33]
Recording TV Programmes [34]
Recording to a USB HDD device [35]
Registering a USB HDD device [36]
One-touch recording [37]
Timer recording [38]
Information about using a USB HDD device for recording [39]
Watching/deleting recorded content [40]
Understanding the symbols displayed in the recorded title list [41]
Using the TV with Other Devices [42]
USB devices [43]
Playing content stored on a USB device [44]
Information about USB devices used for storing photos and music [45]
Supported files and formats [46]
Photos [47]
Music [48]
Videos [49]
Audio sampling rates (for videos) [50]
External subtitles [51]
Blu-ray and DVD players [52]
Connecting a Blu-ray or DVD player [53]
Watching Blu-ray and DVD discs [54]
TV box [55]
Connecting a TV box [56]
How to control the TV box using the TV remote control [57]
Displaying the iPhone/smartphone or iPad/tablet app screen on the TV [58]
Computers, cameras, and camcorders [59]
Connecting a computer and viewing stored content [60]
Connecting a camera or camcorder and viewing stored content [61]
Computer video signal specifications [62]
Audio system (such as an AV receiver or sound bar) [63]
Outputting audio from an audio system [64]
Connecting an audio system [65]
Adjusting an audio system [66]
Using the TV as a centre speaker (only models with TV centre speaker mode) [67]

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Pass-through audio formats supported with eARC [68]
Bluetooth devices [69]
Connecting a Bluetooth device [70]
Adjusting the AV sync setting [71]
Supported Bluetooth profiles [72]
BRAVIA Sync-compatible devices [73]
BRAVIA Sync overview [74]
Using features available for BRAVIA Sync-compatible devices [75]
Adjusting BRAVIA Sync settings [76]
Viewing pictures in 4K from compatible devices [77]
Viewing pictures in 4K resolution [78]
Settings for viewing pictures through HDMI input with higher quality [79]
BRAVIA Connectivity Guide [80]
Connecting to a Network [81]
Connecting to a network [82]
Connecting to a network using a LAN cable [83]
Connecting to a network using a wireless connection [84]
Using Wi-Fi to connect the TV to the Internet/Network [85]
Using Wi-Fi Direct to connect to the TV (no wireless router required) [86]
Home network features [87]
Adjusting home network settings [88]
Playing content from a computer [89]
Playing content from a media server [90]
Viewing Internet media [91]
Settings [92]
Using the Quick Settings [93]
Channels & Inputs [94]
Display & Sound [95]
Network & Internet [96]
Accounts & Sign-In [97]
Privacy [98]
Apps [99]
System [100]
Remotes & Accessories [101]
Help & feedback [102]

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Timers & Clock [103]
Troubleshooting [104]
Start here [105]
Self diagnostics [106]
Software updates [107]
If a full reset (restart) of the TV is required [108]
Frequently Asked Questions for Troubleshooting [109]
Picture (quality)/screen [110]
No colour/Dark picture/Colour is not correct/Picture is too bright. [111]
Distorted picture./The screen flickers. [112]
The screen suddenly changes to a video you do not recognise while watching TV.
[113]
There are banners/tickers at the top or bottom of the screen. [114]
High resolution HDR pictures are not displayed. [115]
A message about an app asking for permission to access a TV function is displayed.
[116]
OLED panel (only models equipped with an OLED panel) [117]
The screen becomes darker after a certain period of time. (only models equipped with an
OLED panel) [118]
The message [Panel refresh did not finish] is displayed. (only models equipped with an OLED
panel) [119]
You are concerned about an image retention. (only models equipped with an OLED panel)
[120]
A white line appears on the screen. (only models equipped with an OLED panel) [121]
Keyboard [122]
Broadcast reception [123]
Check these things first to troubleshoot your TV reception. [124]
Block noise or an error message appears and you cannot watch broadcasts. [125]
Ghosting or double images appear. [126]
Only snow noise or a black picture appears on the screen. [127]
There is picture or sound noise when viewing an analogue TV channel. [128]
Some channels are blank. [129]
Poor reception or poor picture quality with digital broadcasts. [130]
You cannot view digital channels. [131]
Not all analogue channels are tuned. [132]
You cannot view satellite channels. [133]
Some digital channels are missing. [134]
You want to tune your satellite dish. [135]

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Sound [136]
No sound but good picture. [137]
Audio noise. [138]
No audio or low audio with a home theatre system. [139]
Distorted sound. [140]
You want to output sound from the headphones/Bluetooth audio device and audio
system/TV speakers at the same time. [141]
You are concerned about a delay between the picture and sound. [142]
No TV sounds such as operation sound or audio response. [143]
You cannot establish an eARC connection. [144]
You cannot use voice search with the built-in MIC (only TVs with a built-in MIC).
[145]
You can hear a slight noise from the TV speakers (only models with TV centre
speaker mode). [146]
Network (Internet/home)/apps [147]
The TV cannot connect to the Internet/Network. [148]
The picture and/or sound quality from streaming apps is poor. [149]
Your TV cannot connect to the server. [150]
You can connect to the Internet, but not to certain apps and services. [151]
Remote control/accessories [152]
The remote control does not operate. [153]
You want to disable the remote control backlight. (only remote controls that feature
backlight) [154]
Power [155]
The TV cannot be turned off using the remote control. [156]
The TV turns off automatically. [157]
The TV turns on automatically. [158]
After turning on the TV, it turns off immediately. (only models equipped with an OLED
panel) [159]
The TV does not turn on. [160]
Connected devices [161]
No picture from a connected device. [162]
You cannot select a connected device. [163]
Certain programmes on digital sources display a loss of detail. [164]
Photo images or folders take time to display. [165]
You cannot find a connected BRAVIA Sync HDMI device. [166]
You cannot turn off the TV box using the TV's remote control. [167]

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An external device (such as a TV box) cannot be controlled using the TV's remote
control. (TV box control compatible models only) [168]
Some media files in the USB device or server are not displayed. [169]
Operation cuts out, or a device does not work. [170]
Some paid content cannot be played. [171]
USB HDD recording [172]
You cannot use a USB HDD device. [173]
The USB HDD device cannot be registered. [174]
Recording cannot be performed./Recording failed. [175]
Recorded content disappeared. [176]
You want to delete recorded content, but the delete icon is not displayed. [177]
The USB HDD device operates even though it is not turned on. [178]
LED [179]
You want to disable the LED so that it does not light up or blink. [180]
The Operational response LED blinks in red. [181]
Index/Other [182]
Index [183]
Using the Help Guide [184]
Specifications [185]
Support Site [186]
Keeping the TV updated [187]
Trademark information [188]
[1]
Getting Started
Remote control This section explains the remote control buttons in three separate blocks.
Connecting terminal
How the LEDs light up
Home menu
Selecting inputs
Performing acoustic auto calibration
Accessibility features
[2] Getting Started

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Remote control
Upper buttons on the remote control
Middle buttons on the remote control
Lower buttons on the remote control
[3] Remote control | Remote control
Upper buttons on the remote control
The included remote control, as well as the layout of the buttons, button names, and
available services, vary depending on your model/country/region.
(MIC)
Speak into here to use the microphone in the remote
control. There is an LED above the microphone.
(Power)
Turns on or switches to standby/networked standby mode.
Number Button
Use with the 0-9 buttons to select digital channels.
(Text)
Display text information.
(Info/Text reveal)
Display information.
YouTube™
Access the “YouTube™” online service.
Disney+
Access the “Disney+” online service.
NETFLIX
Access the “NETFLIX” online service.
Prime Video
Access the “Prime Video” online service.

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Related topics
Middle buttons on the remote control
Lower buttons on the remote control
[4] Remote control | Remote control
Middle buttons on the remote control
The included remote control, as well as the button icons, vary depending on your
model/country/region.
Colour buttons
Execute corresponding function at that time.
GUIDE
Display the digital programme guide of TV or TV box. For
details, refer to Using the programme guide page.
REC LIST
Display the Rec list of USB HDD, or DVR after setting [TV
box setup].
(Input select)
Display and select the input source, etc. For details, refer to
Selecting inputs page.
(Microphone)/ (Google Assistant)
Talk to Google Assistant or search for various content with
your voice. Google Assistant is not available in certain
languages and countries.
For details, refer to Using the remote control microphone
page.
(Quick Settings)
Display Quick Settings. For details, refer to Using the Quick
Settings page.
(Up) / (Down) / (Left) / (Right) / (Enter)
(Navigation D-Pad)
On screen menu navigation and selection.

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BACK
Return to the previous screen.
HOME
Display the TV Home Menu. For details, refer to Home
menu page.
TV
Switch to a TV channel or input and display the TV menu.
For details, refer to Using the TV menu page.
Related topics
Upper buttons on the remote control
Lower buttons on the remote control
[5] Remote control | Remote control
Lower buttons on the remote control
The included remote control, as well as the layout of the buttons and the button names,
vary depending on your model/country/region.
+/- (Volume)
Adjust the volume.
(Jump)
Jump back and forth between two channels or inputs. The
TV alternates between the current channel or input and the
last channel or input that was selected.
(Mute)
Mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound.
Hint
The accessibility shortcut service can be turned on or
off by pressing and holding (Mute).
CH +/- (Channel)

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In TV mode: Select the channel.
In Text mode: Select the (Next) or (Previous) page.
AUDIO
Select multilingual source sound or dual sound for the
programme currently being viewed (depending on
programme source).
(Subtitle setting)
Turn subtitles on or off (when the feature is available).
HELP
Display the Help menu. Help Guide can be accessed from
here.
(Fast rewind) / (Play) / (Fast forward) /
(Pause)
Operate media contents on the TV and connected BRAVIA
Sync-compatible device.
REC
Record the currently viewed programme on the USB HDD,
or DVR after setting [TV box setup] (only on limited
region/country/TV model). Not available for Italy.
EXIT
Return to the previous screen or exit from the menu. When
an Interactive Application service is available, press to exit
from the service.
Related topics
Upper buttons on the remote control
Middle buttons on the remote control
[6] Getting Started
Connecting terminal
The types and shapes of connectors available vary depending on your TV.
For the location of the connectors, refer to the Setup Guide (printed manual).

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Terminal Description
USB HDD REC
Connects to the USB HDD device or Digital still
camera/Camcorder/USB storage media.
The USB HDD recording function is available only in limited
regions/countries/TV models.
AV IN
Connects to VCR/Video game equipment/DVD
player/Camcorder/External Box.
For a composite connection, use an Analogue Extension Cable
(not supplied).
For an external device which has only SCART AV OUT, use a
SCART-RCA adaptor and Analogue Extension Cable.
For more about the shape of the Analogue Extension Cable, refer
to Connecting a Blu-ray or DVD player.
(Headphone)
Connects to the headphone jack to listen to sound from the TV.
Supports 3-pole stereo mini jack only.
Note
You cannot output sound from both the headphone and the
TV speakers at the same time.
HDMI IN
Connects to the HDMI device. The HDMI interface can transfer the
digital video and audio on a single cable. To enjoy high quality 4K
contents, connect a Premium High Speed HDMI Cable(s) and
follow the instructions displayed on the screen to set the [HDMI
signal format] of the HDMI IN port.
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Terminal Description
HDMI IN (8K, 4K 120 Hz)
If you use an HDMI device that supports video output in 8K or 4K
100/120 Hz, connect the Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable, and
follow the instructions displayed on the screen to set the [HDMI
signal format] of the HDMI IN port.
Note
4K 100 Hz support depends on your country/region.
HDMI IN (4K 120 Hz)
If you use an HDMI device that supports video output in 4K
100/120 Hz, connect the Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable, and
follow the instructions displayed on the screen to set the [HDMI
signal format] of the HDMI IN port.
Note
4K 100 Hz support depends on your country/region.
HDMI IN (eARC/ARC)
To connect an audio system that supports eARC (Enhanced Audio
Return Channel) or ARC (Audio Return Channel), connect to the
HDMI port labelled “eARC/ARC” on the TV. It is a feature that
sends audio to an audio system that supports eARC/ARC through
an HDMI cable. If the audio system does not support eARC/ARC,
you need to connect with DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL).
Note
When connecting with eARC, use an HDMI cable with
Ethernet.
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Terminal Description
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)
Connects to an audio system with optical audio input.
When connecting an audio system not compatible with ARC using
an HDMI cable, you need to connect an optical audio cable to the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) to output digital sound.
(RF input)
Connects to Cable/Antenna/External Box.
Note
When connecting the cable to the Cable/Antenna input,
finger tighten only, over tightening the connection can
damage the TV.
(Satellite input)
Connects to satellite input.
Connection steps: SUB. → MAIN → Antenna.
For SUB. jack, connect only when you are using twin tuner mode
except for Single Cable Distribution EN50494 (depends on model).
LAN
Connect to a Router.
Connect to the Internet using a LAN cable.

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Terminal Description
CAM (Conditional Access Module)
Provides access to pay TV services. For details, refer to the
instruction manual supplied with your CAM.
Note
Do not insert the smart card directly into the TV CAM slot. It
must be fitted into the Conditional Access Module provided
by your authorised dealer.
CAM is not supported in some countries/areas. Check with
your authorised dealer.
A CAM message may appear when you switch to a digital
programme after using the Internet video.
Do not remove the dummy card or cover (availability
depends on TV model) from the TV CAM slot other than to
insert a smart card fitted in CAM.
CENTER SPEAKER IN
To use your TV speakers as the centre speaker, connect the output
of your AV receiver to the CENTER SPEAKER IN on your TV.
To use your TV speakers as the centre speaker, press the
(Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and set [Speakers]
to [Audio system] from [Settings] — [Display & Sound] — [Audio
output].
Note
Before connecting cables, disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead) of both the TV and AV receiver.
If you do not use the CENTER SPEAKER IN terminal or the
S-CENTER SPEAKER IN terminal, you will need to perform
the following steps to prevent noise from the speakers.
Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control,
and disable [TV centre speaker mode] in [Settings] —
[Display & Sound] — [Audio output].

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Terminal Description
S-CENTER SPEAKER IN
Connects the TV and an audio device with an S-CENTER OUT
terminal using a TV centre speaker mode cable. Before
connecting, make sure you unplug the AC power cord (mains lead)
of the TV and audio device to be connected.
For details, refer to Using the TV as a centre speaker (only models
with TV centre speaker mode).
Note
If you do not use the CENTER SPEAKER IN terminal or the
S-CENTER SPEAKER IN terminal, you will need to perform
the following steps to prevent noise from the speakers.
Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control,
and disable [TV centre speaker mode] in [Settings] —
[Display & Sound] — [Audio output].
[7] Getting Started
How the LEDs light up
You can check the status of the TV by looking at how the LEDs light up.
(A) (B)
(A) Voice function LED (On the left side at the bottom of the TV. Only TVs with a built-in
MIC. )
(B) Operational response LED (In the centre at the bottom of the TV.)
The built-in MIC may not be available depending on your region/country/language.
Voice function LED
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Turns “on” or “blinks” when “Ok Google” is detected and the TV is communicating with the
server. The lighting pattern of this LED depends on the server communication status.
Note
You can use the built-in MIC when the Built-in MIC switch is on. For the location of
the Built-in Mic Switch, refer to the Reference Guide supplied with the TV.
After you press the MIC/Google Assistant button on the remote control and finish
activating the built-in MIC, the voice function LED turns on in amber when the Built-
in MIC switch is off (when on, the Operational response LED turns on in amber).
Operational response LED
Turns “on” or “blinks” in white when the TV is turning on, when receiving signals from the
remote control, or when updating the software using a USB storage device.
When ["Ok Google" detection] is enabled, it turns “on” in amber. (only TVs with a built-in
MIC )
The built-in MIC may not be available depending on your region/country/language.
When the Built-in MIC switch is on, it turns “on” in amber. (only TVs with a built-in MIC )
The built-in MIC may not be available depending on your region/country/language.
Related topics
Using the built-in MIC (only TVs with a built-in MIC)
You want to disable the LED so that it does not light up or blink.
Home network features
Software updates
[8] Getting Started
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.
The displayed Home Menu depends on whether a Google Account is added to the TV.
(Some features do not apply depending on your model/region/country. The images are for
reference only. They may differ from the actual screen.)
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(A) The Home Menu when a Google Account is set on the TV
(B) The Home Menu when a Google Account is not set on the TV
Setting a Google Account and enjoying the TV
If you connect the TV to the Internet and set a Google Account, you can install desired
apps on the TV and enjoy Internet videos or use your voice to search for content.
Enjoying the TV without setting a Google Account
Even if you do not set a Google Account, you can watch TV broadcasts or connect
devices such as Blu-ray player. If you connect the TV to the Internet, you can also use the
Internet streaming services displayed in the Home Menu.
Note
To set a Google Account later and enjoy the TV, set up Google TV from the Home
Menu or settings menu.
If you delete the Google Account, the TV will return to the factory default settings.
Hint
Depending on the TV settings, the Home screen will be displayed when the TV is
turned on. If you change the following setting, you can change the screen that is
displayed when the TV is turned on to the TV broadcast channel or external input
such as HDMI that you were watching before turning off the TV.

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Press the button on the remote control.
Select [Power-on behaviour], and then select [Last input].
The next time the TV is turned on, the TV broadcast channel or external input such
as HDMI that you were watching before turning off the TV will be displayed.
Specifications may be subject to change without notice.
For other information, see “Frequently Asked Questions” on the Sony Support Site.
Frequently Asked Questions for Troubleshooting
[9] Getting Started
Selecting inputs
To use devices (such as a Blu-ray/DVD player or USB flash drive) connected to the TV, or
to watch TV after such use, you will need to switch the input.
If you edit the items and add apps, you will be able to switch to those apps in the input
selection screen.
Press the (Input select) button repeatedly to select the connected device.
Alternatively, press the (Input select) button, use the (Left) / (Right)
buttons to select a connected device, and then press the (Enter) button.
Note
If there are no devices connected to an HDMI input, the HDMI input may not be
displayed in the [Input menu].
To edit the input items
Press the (Input select) button.
Press the (Right) button (or (Left) button depending on the TV's
display language) and select (Edit).
Select the app/input/device you want to show or hide.
Select [Close].

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Hint
To change the order or hide a displayed item, press the (Up) button on the
remote control with that item highlighted, and [Move] and [Hide] will be displayed. If
you select [Move], use (Left) / (Right) on the remote control to move the item
to the desired position, and then press the (Enter) button on the remote control.
You can switch to TV broadcasting by simply pressing the TV button on the remote
control.
[10] Getting Started
Performing acoustic auto calibration
You can correct the audio to the best acoustics for your watching environment by using
the remote control microphone to measure a test sound from the TV. (This setting may not
be available depending on the model.)
Models that support acoustic auto calibration have the following setting.
[Settings] — [Display & Sound] — [Sound] — [Acoustic auto calibration]
Note
Calibration effects will vary depending on your watching environment.
A loud test sound will be played from the TV during measurement.
Do not block the microphone opening at the end of the remote control during
measurement.
Do not move the remote control during measurement. Doing so may result in
incorrect measurement.
Perform the calibration when your surroundings are quiet. Noise may result in
incorrect measurement.
Acoustic auto calibration cannot be performed if you are using a sound bar. Change
the following setting.
[Settings] — [Display & Sound] — [Audio output] — [Speakers] — [TV speakers]

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Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, then select the
following settings.
[Settings] — [Display & Sound] — [Sound] — [Acoustic auto calibration] —
[Calibration setup]
Measure by following the on-screen instructions.
The acoustics will be corrected automatically based on the measurement results of
your watching environment.
Hint
Acoustic auto calibration may fail in the following cases.
If the remote control is moved during measurement
If there are sounds other than the test sound (such as noise) during measurement
[11] Getting Started
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.
Note
Some features do not apply depending on your model/region/country.
Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, then select [Settings] —
[System] — [Accessibility] to configure the user assistive features.
[Accessibility] has a shortcut function so you can turn it on or off by pressing and holding
the (Mute) button on the remote control for 3 seconds.
Hint