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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mini__me:
I bought direct from Sony, they collected and returned a new unit within 5 working days in the UK, I'm sure if anything Amazon would be faster, just return as faulty and buy a new one if you have the funds to allow you to do that. I've certainly done that in the past in the UK with items to avoid 'being without'.

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Nothing special for my problem, but that is due to where the bleed was located, watching any video that was letterboxed with the lights off showed up the problem. I simply took a photo of it and sent it to Sony support who issued the replacement device.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ClaudioAlbertin:
I'm not sure if I'm right here, but I own a Sony 43X8305C and am not over the moon about Sony's own TV and TV guide apps. Is there any way to get Google's "Live Channels" app working on the TV? I managed to install the apk over adb, but apparently "Live Channels is not supported on this device with Android Lollipop" despite the OS and API version being compatible.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] al404:
just got the sony android TV too but i was wondering way so few apps for TV

not sure if nexus player has much more apps

not even flicker or google photos
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] CorB3n:
Any ideas how to decode VC1 formats with Kodi app ? Everything is running fine except when my MKV have this format. Stuttering a lot, freezing, can't read it. On my Intel NUC 2820 with Kodi I can read it with 0 bugs/lag at all.

Codec not implemented into Bravia ? Future update ? (KDL50W755C owner)

Thanks !
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cescman:
Try installing app from a desktop browser onto the player, more apps are shown on desktop. You can also sideload apps which are not available in both the player and desktop, many are compatible
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] CorB3n:
Why Deezer doesn't exist for Android TV ? If I want to add it (permanently), what is the process ? It's a bit difficult to apply. Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cescman:
I am not very sure but I read somewhere that the app developer has to declare that an app is android tv compatible before it is listed in the play store. Many apps which are not declared so, are in fact compatible, although may not be optimized, for android tv. You can sideload it by transferring the apk file to the tv and install. There are many ways to do this.

Steps:

1. Get the apk file (e.g. By backup of an app from another compatible device, download from some website, asking friends or in forums....)

2. Put the file somewhere accessible by the tv (e.g. A shared drive, usb drive, on the cloud)

3. Install on tv
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] CorB3n:
Thats what I tried with ES Explorer but I cannot access to my apk : I can see it but can t click. Witch app are you using for installing ? Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cescman:
I also use es explorer. Usually I put it on desktop and assess the file via home network. It works for me. How do you transfer the file to tv? Have you tried some alternative method if one doesn't work?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] CorB3n:
Working now, just downloaded & installed Deezer. App is little buggy (white on white colors) but fully working... Except she's not appearing into Apps. For stoping/launching I have to go into Settings > Apps > Open/Force close. Any ideas for showing it next to Kodi, Youtube & co ? In organise mode she's still hidden. Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cescman:
It's great you got it working. It's the problem of the default launcher that sideload apps are not shown. You may choose another launcher, such as HALauncher, and organise the apps you like, then you can open the app easily. For closing the app, it should work by pressing the back button on the remote control, or that on the mouse, or the escape key on keyboard, if you have them. It's normal that music still plays even when you exit the app, similar to other music or radio apps, as these apps are set to play in the background. You have to stop the music first before you exit the app.

If you are to install an alternative launcher, note that in a recent update to the leanback launcher, Google has forbidden to make another launcher as default. If you want to, you have to uninstall the updates to the leanback launcher, disable auto update, before you can set another launcher as default

BTW I think keyboard and mouse are very useful, making the tv a HTPC
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] piotrusc:
I sometimes need to use a smart dns service to bypass geoblocks. Is there an easy way to switch between different dns-servers on Android TV ? (I know how to change the dns settings, just looking for an app to that)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] croques:
I suppose you know you can change the DNS settings under Advanced Options for Network Settings. It is a bit of a pain though each time.

I use VPN.ht app on my Sony TV if I want to be somewhere else. I just run the app and it sorts everything out. You can even set it to restart with the TV I believe. Not all VPN services work on the TV , so choose carefully.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jim80b:
hi all

has anyone managed to install amazon underground or appstore on this.

i have a few apps i bought for firetv that i want to install

when sideloaded, they are asking for a amazon appstore for auth

thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] brusko:
Is there a way on Youtube to disable HQ video permanently? Every time I disable it on the playback controls, the next time I start the app it's back switched on.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] thye666:
Hi Anyone.

I just bought a KDL50W800C and totally new to this Andriod TV.

I have one question does anyone know how to make the default input to say HDMI 4 ??

Reason is that my TV is generally use to watch Cable TV which is connected to HDMI 4/ARC.

But every-time I power on the TV it will always goes to the main Screen and I have to (Navigate) move the down button and select HDMI 4/ARC.

Is there any shortcut from the remote control ??!

Thanks in Advance !!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] msarro:
Hey everyone, I'm probably a little late to this party. My Samsung e7000 has decided to **** the bed, so I am waiting for the post-CES price drop on tv's to order a sony XBR65X850C.

Has anyone tried using Comcast's Xfinity-TV mobile app? it would be really cool to get access to streaming channels via their live-TV function, and the on-demand content. I'm also curious if the Udemy app runs ok.

As much as I don't want to, I may end up picking up another bluetooth keyboard/mouse if it works.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] fraicheur:
Getting Sony Shelf back?

Stupid question but how do I reactivate SonyShelf? As there is no "open app" after I forced quit it ?

Is there a way to do a full shutdown of the tv?

Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] rgwood1234567890:
I did this on my TV but I can't quite recall how. Try pressing the "TV" button on the remote - it should prompt you to map the input.

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I don't understand how that works as you typically need to *connect* from an IP in the desired location to get around geoblocks. One does this generally with a VPN. Your VPN software *should* be able to set your DNS automagically.

How does changing your DNS server get around geoblocking?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] piotrusc:
[MENTION=2954665]rgwood1234567890[/MENTION] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smart_DNS_proxy_server
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] rgwood1234567890:
Very cool, I hadn't thought of that. Pretty much the same as saying every ip resolves to something like uk.http-proxy.org if you want to appear from the uk or something like that.

I suppose they resolve some ips correctly, though.

I'm guessing ssl doesnt work through it so many services would be broken.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Risc0n:
I updated to EU firmware to test, it fixes some things ( 3D ) but breaks auto picture mode ( grr ). So my question is there a way to force the older UK firmware back on the TV as it won't currently let me as says it is up to date.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] retrobot:
Just enable notifications on it and then reboot your tv. Hold down the power button for like 10 sec and it will reboot.

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The TV dosent really shut off. It goes into standby/sleep mode just like the google nexus player. If left on hdmi4 when you turned the tv off it should go to that input as soon as you turn it on again. The only times it defaults to the main android tv page at power on is after a "complete" power off or if thats where you left it after turning it off last.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] forforce:
Hello to you all, for all of you who have a Sony Android TV, especially w808c , I recommend you this settings: http://www.cumseface.eu/viewtopic.php?t=472 . If you have better settings, please share. Enjoy.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ppomagaev:
Need additional info
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
Quick bump to this thread, I'm getting a KDL43W807 soon, I'm assuming this is same/similar to what you have.

I'm wondering which CPU / GPU it has, can you run CPU Z sideload to show? the antutu score leads me to believe its sharing the same as a sony z tab.

Is there any more dedicated forums for this device?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ugocat:
Hi,

just bought a KD-49X8308C and i'm ready to test it.

First thing is find the best way to play my video file sitting on a file share server. I read suggestion about using es file explorer and mx player, i'll try it.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Murmel2k:
I've read something, that it could be a mediatek soc.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
I now have my TV. Immediately did the update that took 30 minutes.

I also tried kodi to my tvheadend server. Seems like hardware decoding crashes kodi sadly.

Ill get more specs in about 5 hours.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
Sorry about quality.. I didn't set adb up yet.

Seems CPU z can't read it.. any other good tools?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
Sorry for dp. Here's systeminfo

Seems like it is a mediatek. What does this mean for kodi?

I also can't seem to get a clock speed but the CPU is constantly under 80% + usage on both cores

Edit: wont allow me to post another pic, its a MT5890
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] brar.arsh:
Is your 3D working? Mines rendering videos to 3D but doesn't recognize glasses.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
sadly i didnt get the 3d glasses with mine, so as of yet, have no way to test.

i didnt get a flick remote either.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] xaudiblex:
I have a few questions for any of the Sony Android TV owners. I am looking for some reasons to upgrade my perfectly good existing non-smart LED TV...

1) How much storage does the TV come with?

2) Can android access additional storage through USB?

3) Do the channels play through the "live channels" app or do you have to physically change sources to view OTA channels?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
I'll try answer a few.

1) my total storage shows as 8gb (tiny)

2) usb drives do work, theres also a usb port that outputs 800 power instead of usual 500, might help with powered hdd but havent tried.

3) tv can be selected via the android inputs menu, but once in 'tv mode' my usb keyboard stops working, i have to press home on my sony remote or the sony sideview app to get back to the android menu.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ugocat:
1) 8gb

2) yes, but i don't know if you can install app on it

3) you select sources: digital,analog,satellite,hdmi1,hdmi2,component...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] xaudiblex:
Thanks for your responses! It sounds like it doesn't use the "live channels" app from the android store but a separate environment outside of android.

As for the storage, it sounds allot like the current Nexus player. From my understanding Android M allows you to move apps to an external storage device.

I wonder how good Sony is about updating their TV firmware? I know Sony is great about supporting older tablets & phones. However, I do not have any experience or knowledge about Sony's support for their TV products.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] BallsOfSteel85:
Hi,

I have the X850C. Is there Softcam support?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
As far as I can see... no. It doesn't even show encrypted channels.

I hope someone can make a custom firmware to rectify that so I can have everything running just on the TV.

No multiroom box. No mini htpc. It'll be perfect.

However... because of the potential complexity of the way it handles TV and android together.. it seems to be running 2 os on top of one another. With the TV inputs running on a seperate process.

Unless Sony find a way to have it 100% android based... the chances of a softcam are extremely slim, sadly
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Murmel2k:
I really hope, the TVs get rooted and a Cyanogemod and or another ROM ported on them.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] porky101:
I got the XBR-43X830C a few weeks ago. I have had issues using Casting apps from my phone to the tv, seems to work fine when casting from my computer, but does not always work when casting from my phone. Anyone else have similar issues? I have tried putting the TV on Wifi vs ethernet and that does not help.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] roterball:
Netflix 5.1

Hey,

I also got X850C some days ago.

Dose the Netflix app support 5.1 sound on yout TV?

And do you can tell me your actual istalled netflix build number?

Thanks,

phil
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauliebb:
Just a quick update to my previous post.

The latest Kodi nightly build for android arm (june 28) runs live tv from tvheadend absolutely fine.

CPU usage is down also, and fps is up. Maybe it was a kodi problem?

In any case, when the stable kodi build comes out, I will be replacing the Android TV launcher with a leanback Kodi home replacement.

Only issue then would be changing to game hdmi input... and hoping kodi would just reload on HOME keypress.

Problems problems.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] zeeplus:
Can anyone help to post the build.prop of a Sony KDL50W800C? Thanks! :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Saul Goodman:
Without having ever seen that TV or knowing what kind of panel type, I'd argue that those settings are not optimal at all and that most users are better off switching between built in picture modes. Things are source- and environment-dependent and you disable features that let the TV make decisions based on the input and ambient light. But...

It's unlikely that good settings for one TV will be optimal on most other models, and sometimes, won't even apply to different size TVs of the same model - in some cases they don't use the same panel, and what gets installed may be a completely different type, from a different manufacturer, and/or use different backlighting. (Or they could even vary the hardware they use for the same model display.)

rtings provides settings for TVs they review; they aim for a properly calibrated picture. a different goal than some people. And what they change varies from model to model. examples:

http://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x810c/settings

http://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x830c/settings

http://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x850c/settings
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Jakeup96:
Just got my TV today which brought me to this thread but I know both the new Underground app and the old standalone Appstore work on Nexus Player. I used ApkShake and Airshare to push the installed apps from my GS6 to the Nexus Player, gonna try them on the xbr-49x850c tomorrow.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] joker34343:
Hi Hu:

Yes we can...

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You will need potplayer + LAV filters for pc playbacks. Best solution so far.

It would do full frame rate(23.9xx) on my AMD b425+gtx 660oc playing "X-Men Days of Future Past (2014) Blu-ray 2160p 4K HEVC DTS 5.1"

Not yet tested with 4k@60 as it looks way better on 55s8500c

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All u have to do is adding ur computer as a SMB sharing in the ES file MGMT app and open the video from it.

It would take about 40~50mbps to steam a 30+mbps video over wired network which means you'd need GE connections for 80+mbps steam.

Subtitlewise, I'll have subtitle files renamed accroding to the video file under the same folder so MX player would pick them automatically.

BTW how about google play installation ? Did you make it work?

Regars
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] thye666:
Thanks for the info.

I usually power off(switch off from the main power socket on the wall), when I am out from home.

So this means i will have to leave with it that once I power on it will go back to the main android tv page and then do the selection to HDMI4/ARC

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Thanks rgwood1234567890

I did that, but it also depend on the last entry/use before you power-down the TV.

i.e. assume(before you power off the TV) your last use was some APPS(e.g. KODI), then when you power on again and select TV it will go to HDMI1(default). The TV button will not go to HDMI4/ARC.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Frappoccino:
is there now any possibility to get amazon instant video working on the NP w/ Android 6.0?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ManlyMannyMan:
Thanks for this thread.

I won a 65W850C at my company's xmas party.

I now have Kodi as the default launcher. I'm not a gamer but I love playing the beach buggy game on the TV while steering the car with my cell phone.

Anyway I hope the following helps somebody as cheap as I am:

I bought 4 of the following 3d glasses on eBay for $35.00 and they work great.

4 Pcs Pergear G15 Bluetooth Active Shutter 3D Glasses For Active 3D Movie LED.

I use the Sony video app to watch the 3D videos.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Redflea:
Anyone running the 850C series (and may apply to 830C or 810C) see X850C FAQ below for a range of picture settings from pro sites and X850C owners, for all three sizes (75/65/55 and both panel types (IPS 55", VA 65"/75"). Also a ton of info on X850C series related to general info, HDR, 3D, DirecTV 4K Ready, and troubleshooting.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_LStgCI7VkYT053RVJGVWxZb2s/view?usp=sharing
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Murmel2k:
The last info I know, is that you have to edit the build.prop of your system, which means, you need root. The Amazon Prime Android TV app does afaik not work on other devices as the Sony Bravia 2015 TVs.

http://xdaforums.com/nexus-player/g...-video-apk-t3107309/post63482141#post63482141
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] forforce:
Saul Goodman, I recomment those settings for 808c model. Maybe are good for other android tv model too...only if you try. And the settings... I don't know if you can calibrate this tv model better. I tried different types of settings from specialized websites but are not that good as the settings I shared. So unless u don't try them , u can't say that are not good.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] extremecarver:
First - one thing that I tried out because I really could not live with the interface - and I recommend to do this. Change the DPI!

I was wondering if it works - and it does so without any problems - however not in every app. It does work on the android launcher, in all Setting screens and for example also in Aida64 - Change the DPI - for my 55" 8005C the default is 320. The windows size is 1980x1080.

I tried out 240 and 180 - and both work pretty well. I stuck with 180 which is just big enough for me (2.8m distance to the tv).

"adb shell wm density 180 && adb reboot" (for 180)

I was wondering if changing the window manager size to 3840x2160 would work instead too? I am a bit afraid to try it out as if it would not boot I am not sure my male/male cable would work for resetting everything. So anyone dares to run: "adb shell wm size 3840x2160"?

Second - Do you think it is possible to load X810C firmware onto an X8005C? The 8005C also uses a 120hz panel - however the Motion Flow is pretty borked down - so I wonder if flashing the X810C firmware could fix it - from everything I have found the hardware is identical. I'll attach the build.pop from the 55x8005C very soon. Just need to get it from the TV.

Third - is there any way to display the resolution for e.g. Youtube or Amazon Instant Video - in Netflix using the screen info button I can see it - but with Youtube and Amazon Instant Video I'm wondering if my network provider is slowing them down too (Netflix in Primetime is usually no better than 480 or 720P - while in general my internet connection stays very fast - so it would be cool to know - I guess on Amazon I get at least 1080P all the time, wonder if I get UHD too and sometimes it's hard to tell with the low UHD bitrates used).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] extremecarver:
Oh - and Could someone explain how to manually update the firmware? Is it the old way of inserting an FAT32 formatted usb-stick with nothing on but the firmware - zipped or unzipped? Couldn't find any information about this on the sony help pages but this maybe very outdated procedure.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Doktaphex:
from the UK sony support site:

http://www.sony.co.uk/support/en/co...dl-w-firmware-update-v2645-eua-UK/KDL-50W756C

EDIT: I know that the link is for the w75c, but I would assume that this is universal across all Android TV models.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Maverick923:
I have a Sony XBR-49X830C and a pair of August EP650 headphones. I am unable to pair them because from what I read the XBR-49X830C does not support A2DP. How would I add the profile for A2DP?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] seb.belese:
Hi,

I connect my TV to both DVB-T and DVB-S tuners. Is there a way to switch between channels transparently? Now, I have to switch manually between DVB-T/DVB-S channels but I would like to have all channels on the same list with different numbers (and use the +/- button or channel guide to switch between channels without caring if it is a terrestrial or sat signal).

I tried setting up a favorite list but it does not work well...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ramtech1:
There is a sony channels app for your computer that let's you make your own list with combined feeds I will see if I can find it. [emoji106]
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sghurrie:
Good morning all,

The past few days my Sony W800C has been having issues coming up from Sleep and connecting to the wireless. The wireless router itself looks fine but the TV coming up from Sleep doesn't seem to hook up to the wireless network nor sees other wifi networks. A reboot fixes the issue though. Has anyone ran into this issue before?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] richardyiu:
Anyone knows how to downgrade to the previous firmware version?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] asg.srtw:
Hi all, I got my 55w805c about two weeks ago, upgraded it with newest firmware from sony site the minute I turned it on the first time. But in 2 weeks my TV turned itself on at night three times already. It's really annoying to walk into my living room in the morning and see my TV on. Can any of you point me to apps that i can install to pinpoint the cause of this behaviour?

Since it's only happening at night (never came back from work to a TV beeing on) I assume it's software related and not some stray IR signal... but it would be good to have some logs to see what happens at night with the tv, any ideas?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] seb.belese:
That would be great! I used SonyEditor:

http://www.sony.co.uk/support/en/content/cnt-dwnl/prd-tvhc/sony-editor/

or SetEditSony:

http://www.setedit.de/SetEdit.php?spr=4&Editor=140

But I cannot combine the feeds except in the favorites.

But favorites are split between DVB-T and Sat in the TV Guide and Discovery.