Voice search (Google Assistant)

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Voice search

The Voice Search™ function helps you find the content you are looking for by listening to your vocalized (spoken) search words. To use the voice search function, an internet connection and signing into a Google™ account are necessary.

When using an app, search results will be displayed on your TV screen. Below are examples of apps where the voice search function can be used:

• YouTube™ app
• TV broadcast

How to use the voice search function

1. On your remote control, press the MIC or Google Assistant button.
   
   Note: The MIC or Google Assistant button is located immediately above the navigation and selection buttons.
2. Speak what you want to search for, such as a movie title, into the microphone at the top of the TV remote control while holding the MIC or Google Assistant button.
   • If your model supports eARC:
     When eARC is activated, the verbal response will not be available. Follow these steps to enable the verbal response feature:
     1. On the remote control, press the Quick Settings ( or ) button, and select Settings.
     2. The next steps will depend on your TV menu options:
        • Select Display & Sound → Audio output → Audio system settings → eARC mode or eARC setting → Off
        • Select Display & Sound → Audio output → eARC mode → Off

     Google Assistant

     If your TV has Google Assistant™, you can also ask Google Assistant to play your favorite movie or TV show, check the score of your favorite team, control your TV, dim the lights, and more, all using just your voice.

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