ABOUT SHIELD SHIELD tech specs Chipset 1.9GHz 64-bit Quad Core, NVIDIA® Tegra® K1 CPU 256 Core Maxwell GPU Memory 3GB RAM 16GB or 500GB storage* Ports 40W DC power Gigabit Ethernet HDMI out (4K x 2K @ 60Hz) Micro-USB 2.0 Two USB 3.0 (Type A) MicroSD storage slot IR Receiver (compatible with Logitech Harmony) Connectivity 802.11ac 2x2 (MIMO) Bluetooth 4.1 Size 130mm x 210mm x 25mm Game Controller Wi-Fi Direct wireless connectivity Built-in stereo headphone jack and microphone Micro-USB 2.
SHIELD Hardware Here's a guide to the hardware features of the SHIELD. SHIELD Front 1. Indicator light 2. On/Off button (capacitive touch) Back Ports from right to left: 1. Power port 2. HDMI 2.0 port 3. Gigabit Ethernet port 4. USB 3.0 port 5. USB 3.0 port 6. Micro USB 2.0 port 7.
SHIELD Controller 1. D-pad 2. NVIDIA button 3. Android navigation and Start buttons 4. A B X Y buttons 5. Left thumbstick 6. Right thumbstick 7. Touchpad 8.
What comes with SHIELD SHIELD comes with the following: • SHIELD • SHIELD controller • HDMI cable • Power adapter (including plugs for North America, UL, and rest of Europe) • USB cable A Quick Start guide and Warranty, Safety and Regulatory booklet are also included.
GET STARTED WITH SHIELD What you need Here’s what you’ll need to start using your SHIELD: 1. TV or monitor with HDMI port* 2. HDMI cable with male Type A connector on each end 3. Internet connection via Wi-Fi 4. A Google account *Note: HDCP compatible HDMI port is required.
Set up SHIELD and pair remote Here’s how to plug in your SHIELD and set up your remote. 1. Connect your SHIELD to your TV with the HDMI cable • Make sure your TV or monitor is turned off. 2. Connect your SHIELD to power, using the power cord • Plug one end of the power cable into the back of your SHIELD, and the other into a power outlet. • Touch the SHIELD power button (NVIDIA logo) on the top of your SHIELD. You’ll see the light on your SHIELD console turn on.
On-screen setup for SHIELD Before you start setting up your SHIELD, make sure of the following: • You have a reliable Wi-Fi network you can connect to. • Your controller is paired with your SHIELD. To set up SHIELD console, just follow the on-screen instructions. You'll be prompted to do the following: • Choose your language • Choose and join your Wi-Fi network. • If your SHIELD needs a software update, it'll automatically install it and then restart. • Sign in with your Google account.
Using your SHIELD remote Use your SHIELD controller to navigate the screen. Use the controller’s D-pad to move up, down, left and right. To select an item, press “A”. A full controller guide can be found here: http://shield.nvidia.com/controller-user-guide Your SHIELD controller doesn’t control your TV volume or input. Use the remote that came with your TV. Using the Android TV Remote Control app You need an Android phone or tablet running Android 4.3 or higher to use the Android TV Remote Control app.
Keyboard If you need to type on your Android TV, touch the keyboard at the top of the app to bring up a keyboard. The keyboard may not be supported on all apps. Remote layout You can choose from two layouts for your remote: 1. 2.
EXPLORE ANDROID TV Browse the Android TV Home screen From the Android TV home screen, you can easily access movies, TV shows, music, apps, games, and settings. To get to the Home screen at any time, press the Home button on your remote. Recommendations (1) On the top row of the Home screen, you'll see recommendations for movies, TV shows, apps, and games. Recommendations are posted by the apps on your SHIELD. They're updated based on the recommendations you've selected in the past.
Apps (2) & Games (3) Apps appear in the second row, followed by Games. The apps and games you use the most will show up first. You won’t be able to manually change the order of your apps and games. To browse and download apps and games that work with Android TV, you can visit the Google Play Store app on your TV. You’ll see the Play Store app in the Apps row. Settings (4) The bottom row contains Settings for Android TV.
Search on Android TV To find what you’re looking for on Android TV, or to discover more content, you can start a search. You can also get facts and quick answers through your TV. How to search 1. While you are on the Home screen, press the Voice search button o 2. on your remote. If you press the Voice search button on your remote while you’re in an app, you’ll search within the app. Hold your controller in front of you, and say your question. Your search results appear as soon as you finish speaking.
• Find the time: "What time is it in London?" • Check the weather: "What’s the weather in Seattle?" • Answer trivia questions: “What’s the population of Romania?” or “How tall is Mount Kilimanjaro?” or “Where was Albert Einstein born?” • Solve a math problem: “What’s 34 times 94.” • Get sports scores and schedules: “What was the score of the Jets vs. Broncos game?” • Search for images: “Show me photos of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Watch Google Play Movies & TV on Android TV You can watch movies and TV shows that you rent or buy through the Google Play Movies & TV app . Find and play movies and TV shows 1. From the Home screen, scroll down to the Apps row. 2. Find and select Google Play Movies & TV 3. You can browse or search for titles. o . To browse: Move up or down to view different categories. When you find a category you’re interested in, move to the right view titles.
Listen to Google Play Music on Android TV You can play music right from your Android TV through Google Play Music. Listen to music To start listening to music: 1. From the Home screen, scroll down to the Apps row. 2. Find and select Google Play Music 3. Navigate up or down to choose from the following: .
Play Google Play Games on Android TV You can play your favorite games using Google Play Games on your Android TV. Compete with friends, track your achievements, and pick up wherever you left off. As you play games, you can highlight your skills in your Game Profile. You’ll be able to: • See what your friends are playing - Discover cool new games and see what they’ve accomplished. • Track achievements - Complete challenges, earn awards, and track them all right from the app.
Download apps & games through the Play Store app You can get apps and games for your Android TV through the Play Store app . To get apps and games: 1. From the Home screen, scroll down to the Apps row. 2. Find and select Google Play Store 3. You can browse or search for apps and games. o . To browse: Move up or down to view different categories. When you find a category you’re interested in, move to the right view items.
Watch YouTube videos on Android TV You can easily find and watch videos and keep up with your favorite YouTube channels on your Android TV through the YouTube app. When you’re signed in to the YouTube app, you can see your subscriptions, playlists, uploads, history, and more. Find and play videos 1. From the Home screen, scroll down to the Apps row. 2. Find and select YouTube 3. You can browse or search for videos. o . To browse: Move up or down to view different categories.
Cast content from your device to your Android TV You can cast movies, TV shows, photos, websites and more to your Android TV’s screen using your phone or tablet. You can also: • Cast to your TV from the Chrome browser on your computer. • Mirror your Android device’s screen on your TV. Cast content to your TV 1. Make sure your phone or tablet is connected to the same Wi-Fi/home network as your Android TV. 2. On your phone, tablet, or laptop, open up an app that supports casting.
• Disney Movies Anywhere • Starz Play • Vudu • UFC TV & UFC Fight Pass • Revision3 • Just Dance Now • Monopoly Dash • Scrabble Blitz • Simon Swipe • Connect 4 Quads
ANDROID TV SETTINGS Restart or reset your SHIELD In certain situations, you may need to restart your SHIELD or reset it to factory settings. Restart To restart: 1. Hold the NVIDIA button on SHIELD for 6 seconds. This is power off the unit. 2. Tap the NVIDIA button to turn SHIELD back on. Reset to factory settings Important: By performing a factory data reset, all data will be wiped from your SHIELD. Data associated with your Google Account can be recovered. Any device settings will also be removed.
Add Bluetooth accessories You can use Bluetooth accessories, such as a keyboard or game controller, with your Android TV. Here’s how to add a Bluetooth accessory: 1. From Android TV’s Home screen, scroll down until you reach Settings 2. Select Settings 3. Under “Remote & accessories,” select Add accessory o . . . Your Android TV will search for accessories. Tip: You can also put your SHIELD in pairing mode by pressing the NVIDIA [image] button on your SHIELD once. 4.
Change Wi-Fi Network You’ll connect to the Internet as part of your Android TV setup. You can always change the Wi-Fi network your Android TV is using. To change your Wi-Fi network: 1. From Android TV’s Home screen, scroll down until you reach Settings 2. Select Settings 3. Under “Device,” select Network 4. Select Wi-Fi. 5. You’ll see a list of available networks. 6. Select a network and follow the onscreen instructions to connect. o . . .
Block apps from appearing in recommendations You can stop specific apps from showing up in the recommendations row at the top of your Android TV Home screen. You can do this by turning off notifications for that app, or by uninstalling the app. Turn recommendations (notifications) on or off If you don’t want an app to show up in top row of the Android TV Home screen, you can turn off notifications for that app. Here’s how: 1. From Android TV’s Home screen, scroll down until you reach Settings 2.
Set your Android TV screensaver (Daydream) You can set up a screensaver (Daydream) for your Android TV that displays photos and colorful designs. Daydream uses a collection of scenic photos. You can't customize the photos that appear. Choose your screensaver (Daydream) 1. From Android TV’s Home screen, scroll down until you reach Settings 2. Select Settings 3. Under “Device,” select Daydream 4. Select Daydream again. 5. Choose from the available options. . . .
Set when Android TV goes to sleep You can choose how long it takes for your screen to turn off, or go to sleep, when you’re not using your Android TV. Here’s how: 1. From Android TV’s Home screen, scroll down until you reach Settings 2. Select Settings 3. Under “Device,” select Daydream 4. Select When to Sleep. 5. Select one of the options. . . .
Compliance The SHIELD is compliant with the following regulations: UNITED STATES Federal Communications Commission (FCC) FCC ID: VOB-P2571 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) I.T.E. E204896 ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR qualified STB. Canada Industry Canada (IC) IC: 7361A-P2571 CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules.
RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations: Cet émetteur ne doit pas être Co-placé ou ne fonctionnant en même temps qu'aucune autre antenne ou émetteur.
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