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How to use the remote control

Remote control buttons

The supplied remote control, button layout, button names and available features vary depending on your model/country/region.

Click a button on the image of the remote control to display a description.

(Power)
Turns on or switches to standby/networked standby mode.
TV
Switch to a TV channel or input and display the TV menu. For details, refer to Using the TV menu page.
(MIC)
Speak into here to use the microphone in the remote control. There is an LED above the microphone.
(Quick Settings)
Display Quick Settings. For details, refer to Using the Quick Settings page.

Hint

(Input)
Display and select the input source, etc. For details, refer to the Selecting inputs page.
MENU
Access functions from the onscreen menu.
(Up) / (Down) / (Left) / (Right) / (Enter) (Navigation D-Pad)
On screen menu navigation and selection.
(BACK)
Return to the previous screen.
(HOME)
Display the TV Home Menu. For details, refer to the Home menu page.
+/- (Volume)
Adjust the volume.
(Google Assistant/Microphone)
Ask Google Assistant for a little help on the big screen. Press the Google Assistant (or MIC) button on the remote to get started.
For details, refer to the Using the remote control microphone page.
Google Assistant is not available in certain languages/countries/regions.
(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) for 3 seconds.
CH +/- (Channel)
Select the channel.
(Dashboard)
Display Dashboard.
(Play) / (Pause)
Operate media contents on the TV and connected BRAVIA Sync-compatible device.
(Guide)
Display the digital program guide of the TV or cable/satellite box. For details, refer to the Using the program guide page.
App buttons (Online service)
Enjoy various streaming services by the single press of a button.

How to mute the remote control operation sound

  1. Press the (Quick Settings) button on the remote control, and select the following in order to disable them.
    [Settings] — [System] — [System sounds]

How to disable the remote control backlight. (only remote control that feature backlight)

You can turn off the remote control backlight.

  1. Press and hold the (Volume) - button and then (HOME) button on the remote control for 2 seconds.
    Release when the MIC LED on the remote control lights up twice.
    To enable the remote control backlight again, perform the procedure above.

How to charge the remote control (rechargeable remote control)

The included remote control is equipped with a rechargeable battery. Follow the steps below to charge the battery when necessary.

  1. Connect the included USB Type-C® cable to the remote control.
    Illustration of how to remove the remote control cover
  2. Connect the USB Type-C cable to your USB AC adapter.
    The LED above the microphone lights up red when charging starts.

Note

  • In a high or low temperature, the charging speed may become slow or charging may stop, which will make charging inefficient. We recommend that you charge the battery in an environment where the ambient temperature is between 15°C (59°F) ～ 35°C (95°F).
    It takes approximately two hours to fully charge the battery from the empty state. The time it takes to fully charge may change depending on usage conditions.
  • If the remote control is not used for a long period of time, it may not be able to be charged due to over-discharge. Charge the battery at least once every six months.
  • Do not get the USB terminal wet. Do not use or charge the battery in wet conditions. In addition, avoid fog, sand, dust, and static electricity while using it.
  • When charging, use the following equipment that can supply an output current of 0.5 A (500 mA) or more.
    • Commercially available USB AC adapter
    • A computer equipped with a USB terminal as standard (We do not guarantee the charging operation of the remote control on all computers.)
    In addition, do not use a USB AC adapter with a maximum output exceeding 13W (5V, 2.6A).
  • When charging, only use the included USB Type-C cable, and be sure to connect the remote control directly to your computer or charger. If you connect it via a USB hub, etc., a charging failure may occur.

Hint

  • If the battery power drops to a low level, it will be indicated by a lamp or buzzer as follows.
    30% or less: When you press the power button, the lamp on the remote control flashes red.
    10% or less: When you press the power button, the lamp on the remote control flashes red and the buzzer sounds.
    You can turn the buzzer off/on by holding down the (BACK) button while pressing the (Volume) - button.
  • You can check the remaining battery power level with the following settings.
    [Settings] — [Remotes & accessories] — [Remote control]
    The remaining charge which is displayed may differ from the actual remaining charge in some cases. Use it as a rough estimate.
  • If you charge the remote control after not using it for a long period of time, the lamp on the remote control may not light up right away.

About replacing the remote control battery (battery-type remote control)

  • Open the remote control cover as shown below.
  • Remove the remote control cover and replace the batteries with new ones.
  • Check that the orientation of each battery matches the positive (+) and negative (-) symbols in the battery compartment.
    • Sliding type
      Illustration of how to remove the remote control cover