Google Assistant is a powerful feature on your Google TV that allows you to control your TV using voice commands. Here are some examples of how you can use Google Assistant on your Google TV:
1.To start using Google Assistant, press and hold the XXX.GMC (Microphone) button on your remote control.
2.Speak into the microphone.
3.You can use Google Assistant to search for content, open apps, adjust the volume and more. For example, you can say "Play an action movie" or "Open YouTube".
4.You can also use Google Assistant to control smart home devices that are compatible with your Google Account. For example, you can say "Turn off the lights" or "Set the thermostat to 21 degrees".
5.If you have multiple Google Accounts set up on your Google TV, you can switch between them by saying "Switch account", followed by your preferred account.
Google Assistant makes it easier and more convenient to control your TV and other smart devices in your home.
Google Assistant requires an Internet connection. Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries/regions.
For Google Assistant to work with your voice remote control, the remote control must be paired with the TV.
The remote control is normally paired during the initial TV installation, and the microphone button should work automatically. However, if you have manually unpaired the remote control, or if pairing has been lost for any reason, follow the steps below to pair the remote control again:
1.Press the XXX.GHM (Home) button, then select [Quick Settings] and press OK.
2.The Quick Settings menu appears. Keep the cursor on the Settings icon and press the OK button again to open the Settings menu.
3.Select [Remotes and accessories].
4.Ensure that [Bluetooth] is enabled in this menu.
5.Select [Pair remote or accessory].
6.Follow the on-screen instructions to pair the remote control with the TV.
7.The name of your remote control will appear on the TV screen. Press OK to confirm the pairing.
You can also use your smartphone to control the TV via Google Assistant. Follow these steps to pair your smartphone with the TV:
1.Make sure that your smartphone and the TV are connected to the same network.
2.Open the Google TV app on your smartphone. If you do not have the app, you can search for and download it from Google Play or the App Store.
3.At the bottom right of your smartphone screen, tap [Remote Control].
4.Select the device you want to connect to.
5.Enter the code displayed on your TV screen.
6.Tap [Pair].
Control your TV with your voice
Once paired, you can use your smartphone as a remote control. Press the XXX.GMC (Microphone) icon and ask a question or search for content to watch.