The google assistant

The Google Assistant allows voice commands to quickly find and play your favourite shows, obtain answers and control your home via connected devices. If you experience issues with third party devices, it is suggested that you contact the provider of the device for support.

Using the Google Assistant with Voice

Remote controls with Google Assistant functionality have a Google Assistant button and a built-in microphone to allow voice communication with the set. To enable Google Assistant, follow the instructions below:

Press the button on your remote control.
The light on the remote control will illuminate.
Wait for the on-screen message from the Google Assistant, then speak into the microphone.

By speaking into the microphone, you can search for various content or control your connected smart home devices.

Note: Helpful phrases may be displayed on the television screen depending on your model. If you are unable to access the Google Assistant, ensure that the remote control which has the button is paired to the television.

To do this, press the button on the remote and follow the on-screen instructions.
Ensure that when speaking into the microphone that the microphone is positioned about 15 to 30cm away from your mouth.

Do not speak too loudly or softly. Ensure words are spoken clearly.

Using the Google Assistant with the On-Screen Keyboard

Press the [HOME] button, then select the icon from the Home Page and press [OK]. The on-screen keyboard will be shown, you can now enter your question or command by typing this in.

Note:

The Google Assistant requires an internet connection.
The Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.

The type of remote control supplied with the television, and the availability of a remote control with a built-in microphone varies depending on your model/region/country. An optional remote control is available.

Using the Google Assistant with the On-Screen Keyboard

If during the first-time installation process the remote was not paired or skipped, then follow the process below to pair your remote with the television:

Turn the set on.
Go to Settings > Remotes and Accessories.
Now press and hold the [LEFT ARROW] and [HOME] buttons on the remote control at the same time.
The LED indicator on the remote control will start to flash
Select your remote control from the list shown on the television screen and press [OK] on the remote control.
Once paired, the pairing screen will disappear.

Note: If the button is pressed on the remote control and it is not paired, the pairing screen will appear.