Article Insight:
- You can easily change the input on Sony TV with the help of a Sony TV remote.
- Physical buttons & Sony TV remote app will also help change the Sony TV inputs.
- You can also give voice commands and provoke the TV to change the inputs.
If you have connected external devices to Sony TV and want to change the inputs with the comfort of lying on the couch, then follow this article. Here, you can learn different ways to change your Sony TV input using a remote or without it.
How to Change Input on Sony TV With Remote
The most convenient way to swap inputs on a Sony TV is by using a remote. Follow the steps given below according to your TV model and get it done.
On Older Models of Sony TV
1. Begin the process by hitting the INPUT button on your remote. Your Sony TV will display you the list of available input sources.
2. Select the input and tap Enter/ OK to complete the process.
On Sony Android/Google TV
1. Launch the Sony TV on the Home screen and hit the Input icon to manage the inputs on your TV.
2. Your TV will display the list of active inputs. Select the required input among them to complete the process.
How to Change Input on Sony TV Without Remote
Suppose the input button of your Sony TV remote is damaged and you aren’t able to use it. You can follow alternative methods of changing the inputs using the TV unit button and giving voice commands.
Using the Physical Buttons on Sony TV
The steps for input swap on Sony TV using the physical button vary between the older and the latest version and they are given below.
On Older Model Sony TV
1. From the physical buttons, press the input button to get the list of input sources and press it frequently to scroll through it.
2. Stop on the required input, and it will be automatically selected and switched.
On Latest Model Sony TV
1. To get the menu option, click on the flat button near the LED light of your Sony TV.
2. Press the button to move to Inputs, then press and hold to select it to view the list of inputs available.
3. Now select the input you want to connect to the Sony TV.
Generate Voice Commands to Change the Input of Sony TV
Another interesting method to switch the input of Sony TV is by voice commanding. This is possible if you have previously enabled the voice command feature on your Sony TV.
1. Activate it by pressing the Mic button on your Sony TV remote or on the virtual remote.
2. Just give commands like ” Go to [Input Name].” and your Sony TV will automatically swap its input.
Tip: If you have connected voice assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant with your Sony TV, you can also instruct them to swap to the required input.
How to Change Input on Sony TV Without Remote or Button?
It is possible to switch Sony TV input without a remote or button using the Sony TV remote app. Here’s how to do it.
1. Download the Video & TV Side View app on your Android phone from the Play Store. Then, make sure to connect the Sony TV to the WiFi, same as your Android Phone.
Note: Video & TV Side View app is not available on iOS devices.
2. Launch the app and pair your Sony TV with it. Tap on the Remote icon to get the virtual remote on the app.
3. Now, you can perform the actions of the Sony TV remote on this virtual remote to switch the TV input.
If you are a gaming fanatic or a user of streaming devices, then you will probably need to switch the inputs so often. You can make use of the above steps to change inputs on your Sony TV and enjoy your favorite mode of entertainment.
FAQ
Can I change the input of the Sony TV using a universal remote?
Yes, all the models of Sony TV can be accessed with the universal remote, and it can be used to change input instead of the native remote.
