How to Update Sharp Smart TV [All Models]

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Navigate to the Settings menu to update Sharp TV with Android, Google, Roku, or Aqous OS.
Download the latest software file on a USB drive and use it to update the old model Sharp TV.

If you want to access all the unique features and fix any bugs on your Sharp TV, it’s recommended that you update its firmware. In most cases, your Sharp TV will automatically update itself when connected to the internet. However, if it doesn’t, you can manually update your Sharp TV by following this guide.

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How to Update Sharp Smart TV from Settings

All the latest Sharp TVs have the option to update firmware on their Settings. But, there are different operating systems available, such as Android, Google, Roku, and Aquos. Thus, the steps for updating the software differ from one model to another.

So, follow the update procedure for your respective model from the below headings. Before proceeding, make sure to connect your Sharp TV to the internet.

Sharp Android TV

Get started by accessing the Settings menu once you boot up your Sharp TV with Android OS.
Scroll to the Device Preference Menu and look for the About option.

Click System Update → Check for Update, and your TV will check for any software updates
If available, hit the Update button to get the latest version.

Sharp Google TV

On your Sharp Google TV’s Home screen, choose Settings under the Profile icon at the top-right corner.
Scroll down to the System and click the About option.
Click System Update and choose the Network Update option.

Hit the Download button if an update is available.

Sharp Roku TV

You will find the Settings option on the Sharp Roku TV home screen. Select it.

Choose System Update under the System Option.
Click Check Now & check for any available updates.
If a new update is available, your Roku TV will get updated to its latest version.

Sharp Aquos TV

Press the Menu button on your Sharp Aquos TV remote.
From the pop-up that appears, navigate to the Settings menu and hit the Setup option.

Then, scroll down and select Software Update (NET).
Your TV will check for new software update. If available, click Yes to begin the software updates.

How to Update Sharp TV Using a USB Drive

The older models of Sharp TV do not support WiFi or an ethernet connection. In such cases, you can update by downloading the software on your USB and transferring it to your TV.

Visit the official website of Sharp Global from your PC browser.
Enter the required details of your Sharp TV and hit the Next button.
Download the software file on your PC & copy it to your USB drive.
Once transferred, connect the USB stick to the Sharp TV.
Turn on your Sharp TV and navigate to the Settings menu.
Choose the Setup option & scroll down to click Software Update (USB).

Click Software Update to update Sharp TV

If prompted, enter your TV’s model number and four-digit password.
If your TV detects the USB, press the Enter button twice on the remote. Now, the screen displays the software update process of your TV.
Press Enter to eject the USB stick from your TV when the update is over.

Updating Sharp TV takes just a few minutes if the above instructions are followed properly. Once the update file is downloaded, your Sharp TV will restart with the updated software.

FAQ

1. Why can’t I update Sharp Smart TV firmware?

You cannot update the firmware of your TV for various reasons, like poor internet connection, insufficient storage space, excessive cache files, and technical glitches. So, before updating your Sharp TV, connect it to a stable internet connection, uninstall the rarely used apps & clear the cache files on your Sharp TV.