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Many of us use our Sony TVs to watch streaming shows on platforms like Amazon Prime, Netflix, and YouTube or browse the internet.

And we can do it all on your Sony TV by connecting it to our Wi-Fi network. Connecting your Sony TV to Wi-Fi allows you to control your smart home devices through the TV and use features like voice control.

You can just read on for instructions on how to link your Sony TV to a Wi-Fi network to enhance your entertainment experience.

Connect Your Sony TV to WiFi Using a Remote

Your Sony TV model must have built-in Wi-Fi connectivity to use this step. Ensure you’ve got your login info for your Wi-Fi network, then do the following to link it to your Sony TV:

1. On your Sony TV’s remote control, press the “Home” button.
   
2. Go to “Network Settings,” then “Network Setup”
   
3. Choose “Setup network connection.”
   
4. Choose “Wireless Lan.”
   
5. Select “Scan.” Your Sony TV will be programmed with all available networks.
   
6. Select your Wi-Fi network name, input your login details, and then connect.
   
7. Launch a streaming service on your Sony TV to determine if you have internet access.
   

Connect Your Sony TV to WiFi Using a Mobile or Tablet

If you don’t have your Sony TV remote control, or it’s not working, you can use the TV SideView mobile app as a virtual remote from a tablet or phone. Here’s how to connect to a Wi-Fi network using the TV SideView app:

1. Download and install the TV SideView app on your tablet or phone.
   
2. Check that the Sony TV and tablet or phone use the same Wi-Fi network.
   
3. Launch the app.
   
4. Select “Menu.”
   
5. Choose “Add device.”
   
6. Select a home device compatible with Video & TV SideView below.
   
7. Choose “Yes” to use location information for device registration.
   
8. Select “Allow” to allow Video & TV SideView to access the device location.
   
9. Tap “OK,” and your Sony TV will connect to your Wi-Fi network.
   

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