Updating the Firmware on My Sony TV: A Step-by-Step Guide

Your Sony TV is not just a device for viewing your favorite shows and movies. It’s also a smart TV that can be improved and enhanced with firmware updates. Firmware updates bring new features, fix bugs, and improve overall performance. So, let me guide you through the process of updating the firmware on your Sony TV.

First, you need to make sure that you have a stable internet connection. Since the update is downloaded from the internet, a good connection is essential. Once you’re confident about your connection, here’s what you need to do.

1. Turn on your Sony TV and grab your remote. You’ll see a button that says “Home” – press it. This will take you to the TV’s home screen.

2. From the home screen, navigate to the “Settings” icon. It usually looks like a gear or a toolbox. Press the “Enter” button on your remote to access the settings menu.

3. Now, scroll down until you find the “System Settings” option. Once you’ve found it, go ahead and select it.

4. Inside the “System Settings” menu, you’ll find an option called “Software Update” or “System Update.” Select it, and you’ll be taken to the update screen.

5. On the update screen, you’ll see two options: “Automatic Software Update” and “Check for a System Software Update.” Choose the latter option, as this will allow you to manually search for the latest firmware update.

6. After selecting “Check for a System Software Update,” the TV will start searching for available updates. Be patient, as this may take a few minutes. If a new update is found, the TV will notify you.

7. If an update is available, you’ll have the option to download and install it. Select “Yes” or “OK” to proceed with the update. The TV will start downloading the firmware.

8. Once the download is complete, the TV will automatically install the new firmware. During this process, your TV may turn off and on again. This is normal, so don’t panic.

9. After the installation is finished, your TV will restart with the updated firmware. You can check the firmware version in the “System Settings” menu to confirm that the update was successful.

That’s it! You’ve successfully updated the firmware on your Sony TV. Now you can enjoy the benefits of the latest features and improvements. Remember to periodically check for new updates to keep your TV running smoothly. Enjoy your viewing experience!

Nowadays, it’s important to regularly update the firmware and software on modern devices to keep them running at their best. And that includes Sony TVs. Normally, these updates happen automatically, but sometimes you may need to handle things manually.

Here’s how you can update your Sony TV’s firmware.

Enable Automatic Update Checks

Like most modern devices, Sony TVs should have automatic updates enabled. However, for various reasons, the automatic updates might be turned off on your TV. So, the first thing to do is to check if auto-updates are on.

Keep in mind that on Sony AF9 to ZF9 models, this setting is referred to as Automatically check for update, while on other Sony Android TV models, it’s called Automatic software download.

So, here’s how to check if the auto-update mode is enabled on your device.

First, grab your Sony remote. The location of the Home button might vary depending on the model. Find it and press it. Of course, make sure your TV is turned on. A menu will appear, and from there, select Help.

Now, go to the Apps section and select Help. This will bring up the Help screen. If your remote has a dedicated Help button, you can press it to access the same menu.

From here, navigate to System software update. You’ll be able to see if the Automatically check for update / Automatic software download option is turned on. If it’s not, simply select it and switch it on. However, if you prefer to keep the auto-update mode off, there’s still a way to manually update your Sony TV.

Why Won’t Automatic Updates Work?

If you’re wondering why your device isn’t automatically updating, even though you’ve turned on the auto-updates feature, it could be because you haven’t agreed to Sony’s Privacy Policy. Regardless of your auto-update settings, your device won’t install updates unless you’ve accepted their terms of service.

To check if you’ve agreed to the privacy policy, go to the Help menu and then to Privacy Settings. To accept the Sony Privacy Policy, simply select Privacy Setting mode and agree to the terms.

How to Manually Check for Updates

Even if you have auto-update mode enabled and have accepted the terms of service, a glitch or error could prevent the updates from downloading. To be sure, go to the same screen we’re on (System software update) and select Check for a system software update/ Software update.

Downloading Updates

Once you’ve set everything up or decided to do manual updates, a notification will appear about a firmware/software update. On Sony TVs AF9 to ZF9 series, the update notification will show up when you turn on the device. On other Android TV models, a popup will prompt you to do the same. Choose Update/ Update Now (depending on your TV model) to download and install the update.

Just a heads up, the update will take around 15 minutes. But no need to worry, you can still use your TV as usual. And feel free to turn off the device if you want, the update process will continue. Just remember not to unplug the TV or disconnect your Wi-Fi.

Using a USB Flash Drive

Sometimes it can be really helpful to install updates from a USB flash drive, although it’s not a very common method. To do this, make sure your drive is formatted in NTFS, exFAT, FAT16, or FAT32. Also, check that there’s enough space on it and save the update in the drive’s main folder.

Go to Sony’s official support website, choose your TV model, and download the update onto the USB flash drive. You’ll find all the instructions you need on Sony’s support webpage.

If Nothing Works

If you’re still unable to update your Sony device, it’s time to do a complete factory reset. First, go to the Home menu, then select Settings. From there, go to the TV menu and choose Storage and Reset. Finally, select Factory data reset. This should solve the problem.

Updating Your Sony TV

Hopefully, this guide has helped you update your Sony TV. If none of these steps worked for you, your best bet is to reach out to your retailer or contact Sony’s support channels. They’ll be able to assist you further.

Were you able to update your firmware and software? Let us know in the comments below if you found a solution or encountered any other issues. We’d love to hear from you!