How to switch inputs or return to live TV on Google TV™ and Android TV™

If your TV is currently showing an app, a game console, or another device, you can switch back to live TV or select a different connected device by changing the input.

An input is simply where the TV gets its picture from, such as:

• Live TV channels
• A TV box from your provider
• A game console

Below are the most common ways to change inputs on Google TV™ and Android TV™ models.

Option 1: Use the TV button on the remote (recommended)

Google TV and Android TV models

1. Press the TV button on the remote control.
2. The TV switches directly to live TV or the assigned TV input.

Notes:

• The location of the TV button may vary depending on the remote.
• On some models, you can change which input the TV button opens. Refer to the Help Guide for your model.
• On certain older models with a touchpad remote, this option may not be available.

Option 2: Use the INPUT button on the remote

Google TV and Android TV models

1. Press the INPUT button on the remote control.
2. A list of available inputs appears.
3. Select the input you want (for example, HDMI 1 for a TV box).

This method is useful if you want to switch between multiple connected devices.

Option 3: Use the HOME screen (fallback method)

Android TV models (Android 8.0 or later, excluding Google TV)

1. Press the HOME button.
2. Select the Inputs icon in the upper-right area of the screen. ()
3. Choose the desired input.

Android TV models (Android 7.0 or earlier)

1. Press the HOME button.
2. Use the arrow buttons to go to the Input category.
3. Select the input you want.