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This guide walks you through installing and configuring the PADS4 Viewer on Sony BZxx Series professional displays.

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Before you start

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Supported Sony BZxx models

  • BZ53L
  • BZ50L
  • BZ40L
  • BZ35L
  • BZ30L
  • BZ30J
Install and configure your PADS4 Server before setting up the display.

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Minimum requirements

  • PADS4 Server: 2024.2.6 or later
  • Firmware: 6.7612 or later
Verify the device firmware meets the minimum version before you install PADS4.

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First-time setup: check firmware

Before installing PADS4, verify the display’s firmware version:
  1. Go to Settings > About > Android TV OS build.
  2. Check the version number shown before “release keys”.
  3. If the display is online, check for firmware updates under About.
  4. If the display is offline, download the latest firmware from Sony’s firmware page.

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Install PADS4Sony from a USB stick

Install the PADS4Sony launcher from a USB flash drive.
  1. Download the PADS4Sony .pkg file from the PADS4 GitHub releases page.
  2. Copy the .pkg file to a USB flash drive and insert it into the Sony display.
  3. Perform a factory reset on the display (skip on a brand-new display):
    • Go to Settings > System > About > Reset > Factory data reset.
    • Select Erase everything.
  4. The display begins the factory reset within 15 seconds and reboots.
  5. When the initial setup screen appears (language selection), do not start the setup process.
  6. The display detects the .pkg file on the USB drive and shows the package installation screen.
  7. Select Install and follow the on-screen instructions.
  8. After installation, the TV opens an activation screen.
  9. Scroll to the bottom and select Activate this device admin app.
  10. When the “Install is complete” message appears, remove the USB drive and select OK.
  11. The display returns to the initial setup screen. Complete the setup, but skip the Google account sign-in.
Allow all permission requests presented during or immediately after installation.

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Connect to the PADS4 Server

Configure the PADS4 Server URL to establish a connection. URL format
  • protocol — http or https (based on your SSL certificate).
  • host — DNS name or IP address of the PADS4 Server.
  • port — optional. Only include it if the PADS4 Server does not use the default HTTP/HTTPS ports.
  • hostpath — default is PADS4.
Example

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Connect the display

  1. Enter the PADS4 Server location.
  2. Optionally, enter a Viewer name — or let the PADS4 Server generate one.
  3. Select Start.
  4. Wait for the Viewer download to complete; the Viewer then starts.
  5. When prompted, grant permission to permanently store content on the device.
The PADS4 Viewer starts and connects to the PADS4 Server.

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Adjust PADS4 Viewer settings

You can adjust Viewer settings directly on the display:
  1. Connect a mouse to the device.
  2. Right-click to open the Viewer settings menu.
  3. Adjust screen orientation, display settings, and other options.
To return to the PADS4Sony configuration, select Launcher settings.

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Update the PADS4Sony app

The PADS4Sony app updates automatically when the PADS4 Server is updated. To update manually:
  1. Check the PADS4 Server version.
  2. If a newer version is available, restart the Sony display.
  3. The PADS4Sony app updates automatically on restart.

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Access the Android menu while PADS4 is running

Quick settings
  1. Press the Options button on the remote.
  2. Adjust the quick settings as needed.
Full settings menu
  1. Press the Home button on the remote.
  2. The PADS4 app closes.
  3. To restart PADS4, go to Settings > System > Restart. PADS4 launches automatically on boot.

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Supported features and limitations

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General

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Device

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Video and content

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Device management

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Next steps

  • Check the PADS4 Server for viewer status.
  • Adjust settings from the Viewer menu on the display.
  • Manage the device remotely from PADS4 CTRL Center.