If you want your Sharp TV to operate smoothly without any issues, updating its software to the latest version is important. Updating your Sharp TV will fix all the existing bugs and improve its performance to a great extent. Further, the security functions of the TV will be enhanced with each software update, and you will also get access to new features.
Most Sharp TVs will be automatically updated to their latest version when it is connected to an internet connection. If this feature isn’t available, you need to manually update the Sharp TV by visiting the System Settings. This article covers the steps to update your Sharp TV software in detail.
Steps to Update Your Sharp TV Firmware
As the Sharp TV comes in different OS, such as Android TV OS, Google TV OS, Roku OS, and Aquos OS, the steps to update each model vary. Remember, your Sharp TV should be connected to a stable WiFi to update its software to the latest version.
Sharp Android TV
1. Hit Settings from the home screen of your Sharp Android TV.
2. Scroll down and tap Device Preferences.
3. Select About and click the System Update option.
4. Tap Check for Update, and your Sharp Android TV will check for new software updates.
5. If a software update is available, tap Download, and your Sharp TV will restart once the update is completed.
Sharp Google TV
1. From the home screen of Sharp Google TV, click the Profile icon.
2. Below the Profile icon, you will find the Settings tab. Click on it.
3. Scroll down to the last in the Settings menu and tap System.
4. Select About and click System Update.
5. Now, your Sharp Google TV will automatically look for any software updates.
6. If there is any update available, the version will appear on your TV.
7. Tap Download and wait a few minutes to allow the Sharp TV to download the latest version.
8. Once your Sharp TV downloads the update, tap Restart Now to complete the updation process.
Sharp Roku TV
1. After powering up your Roku TV, move to the Settings option from the home screen.
2. Tap System and select Software Update.
3. On the Software Update page, you can see your TV’s current software version. Tap Check Now to find out if there is any new software update available for your TV.
4. Your Sharp Roku TV will automatically begin to download the new firmware version if it is available.
5. Finally, your Sharp TV will restart to complete the process.
Sharp Aquos TV
1. With your Sharp Aquos TV remote on hand, press the Menu button.
2. A few tabs will appear at the bottom of your Sharp Aquos TV screen. Move to the Settings menu.
3. Move the navigation towards the right and select Setup.
4. A menu will be shown on the screen. Scroll down to the end and tap Software Update (NET).
5. Your Sharp Aquos TV’s software information will appear on the prompt. If your Sharp TV is running on the latest software version, tap Exit.
6. If a new version is available, download it and restart your Sharp Aquos TV to complete the process.
How to Update Sharp TV Software through USB Drive
If you don’t have a WiFi or Internet connection in your home, you can manually download the software update file onto the USB drive and install it on your TV.
1. Visit the official page of Sharp’s Software Downloads page from your PC’s browser.
2. Next, select your Region. Then, enter your Product Name and select the Category and Language of Drivers.
3. Download the software file on your PC and copy it to the USB drive.
4. Plug in the drive to the USB port on the Sharp TV and move to the Software Update (USB) section in the Settings menu.
5. Enter the Password, and your Sharp TV will search for your USB drive. Tap the Software file that you have copied on the drive.
6. Your Sharp TV will begin to update and restart automatically when the update process is over.
7. Once your Sharp TV is updated to its latest software version, you can securely remove the USB drive.
FAQ
If you can’t update your Sharp TV, you need to check whether it is connected to a stable WiFi connection. Then, restart your Sharp TV and try to update it once again.
