Functions of your XBR-X850G/X950G/Z9G/A9G series TVs

This article describes the main functions of the XBR X850G/X950G/Z9G/A9G series TVs. For detailed information, check the TV manual. Manuals are posted on your model support page.

Enjoy Android TV™ apps and content

You can enjoy thousands of movies, TV shows, and games from YouTube™, Netflix® and other apps from the Google Play™ Store.

• Set up apps on your Android TV device

Use your voice to search content or operate your TV

Your TV has the Google Assistant built-in and allows you to search for programs and control your TV using your voice.

• Use voice recognition to search for shows or operate your TV

Use and customize the Home screen

You can change the TV settings or search for recommended programs and apps from the Home screen.

• Use and customize the Home screen

Switch the TV input with the remote control

You can press the INPUT button on the remote control to select what you want to display on your TV from a connected cable or satellite box, HDMI devices, USB drives, or apps.

• Use the INPUT button on the remote to switch the TV input

Refer to the following articles for information on connecting other devices:

• View 4K or HDR Videos from an HDMI source
• Use the Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature
• Use Bluetooth® headphones and soundbars
• Supported file formats of the Album, Music, and Video apps
• XBR A9G Series TV only:
  • Use the TV Speakers with Your Home Theater as a Center Speaker

Quick Settings menu

The button on the remote control launches the Quick Settings menu on your TV and allows you to adjust settings such as sound and picture preferences.

• Use the Quick Settings button on the remote
• Adjust the Picture Setting on your TV

Cast videos and photos from your mobile device to the TV (Chromecast Built-In)

You can cast your favorite entertainment programs and apps from your mobile device or computer to your TV.

• Use the Chromecast built-in feature
• Chromecast-enabled apps
• Display the screen of your mobile device on your TV

Amazon Alexa

You can use an Amazon® Alexa™ device such as an Amazon Echo™ and Amazon Echo Dot™ device to operate your TV.

• FAQ - Control your Android TV with Amazon Alexa-enabled Devices