Thomson Streaming Stick 145

Content

1. Safety & Product Information
2. Introduction
3. Streaming Stick
   • Housing
   • Remote Control
4. Installation
   • Packaging Content
   • Setup
     • Remote Control Pairing
     • First Installation
5. Installation of Apps
6. Connection of Bluetooth Devices
7. Cast Content (Chromecast)
8. Hey Google
9. Display Format Settings
10. Sound Format Settings
11. Updates
12. Questions & Answers
13. Technical Specifications

1. Safety & Product Information

Your device has been carefully checked and packed before shipping. When unpacking it, make sure that all the parts are included and keep the packaging away from children. We recommend that you keep the carton during the warranty period, to keep your device perfectly protected in the event of repair or warranty.

Please read the instructions before operating the device and keep them for later use. The product needs to be installed in accordance with national regulations.

Please place the device at a well-ventilated location on a flat, firm, and stable surface.

Unplug the unit in case of prolonged non-use. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced with the power adapter 12 V 1 A. Please contact the After Sales Service to avoid possible danger.

NOTICE: To prevent electric shock, do not expose this device to rain or moisture and protect it from high temperature, humidity, water, and dust. Do not use the unit in damp or cold locations.

In case the unit needs to get repaired, please go to the website: https://tv.mythomson.com/en/Support/ and contact the After Sales Service.

To prevent the spread of fire, always keep candles or other open flames away. Keep the device away from direct sunlight.

There is danger of explosion if the batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace them only with the same or equivalent types. The used batteries must be disposed of safely. Throw them in appropriate rubbish bins to protect the environment.

Equipment with this symbol is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earthing.

This marking indicates that this product must be properly disposed of throughout the EU in accordance with Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) and may not be disposed of with other household waste. Please recycle it responsibly to help with the sustainable reuse of material resources. Please return it to a collection system or contact the retailer where you purchased the product.

According to the Battery Act, end users are legally obliged to return old batteries. Please do not throw used batteries to household waste but return them to a collection system for used batteries.

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, StreamView declares that the radio equipment type product device Streaming Box is complying with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: tv.mythomson.com/support

Intended for indoor use only in EU member states and EFTA states.

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Apps and Performance

Download speed depends on your Internet connection. Some apps might not be available in your country or region. Streaming membership may be required. Netflix is available in selected countries. More information at www.netflix.com. The availability of the language for Google Assistant depends on Google Voice Search support.

2. Introduction

The Thomson Streaming Stick 145 upgrades your TV to a Smart TV and brings the experience of Android, known from mobile phones to your TV. You can download apps, such as streaming services, games, TV media centers and thousands of more from Google Play. Ask Google to quickly find YouTube videos, the latest blockbuster, check the internet for weather or other content. Cast your photos, videos and music from mobile devices to your TV with Chromecast built-in.

3. Streaming Stick

3.1. Housing

[Diagram of the Streaming Stick housing showing a reset button inside and a power supply connector.]

3.2. Remote Control

[Diagram of the Thomson Streaming Stick remote control with buttons labeled and explained in a table.]

4. Installation

4.1. Packaging Content

[Diagram showing the contents of the packaging: Streaming stick, voice remote control, 2 x AAA batteries, power adapter, HDMI extension cable, and installation instructions.]

4.2. Setup

[Diagram illustrating the setup process: inserting batteries into the remote control.]

[Diagram illustrating the connection of the Streaming Stick to the TV via HDMI and power adapter.]

[Diagram showing the Wi-Fi connection details: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/a/ac 2.4 GHz/5 GHz.]

If an Internet connection via LAN is not available, the initial installation will prompt you to connect to the Internet via WLAN.

4.3. Remote Control Pairing

[Diagram showing how to pair the remote control with the TV.]

Turn on the TV and the Streaming Box and follow the on-screen instructions to pair the remote control.

4.4. First Installation

After you have paired the remote control successfully, select the installation language and your region, and follow the installation instructions on your screen.

You can set up your Thomson Streaming Stick 145 via the Google Home application on your mobile (phone or tablet) or manually by selecting the "Set up on TV instead" option at the bottom of the screen.

Note:

A Google account is required to set up the Thomson Streaming Stick 145.

You must be signed in to your Google account to access the Google Play Store, Hey Google and your favorite streaming applications.

If you do not have a Google account or want to create a shared account, you must register it before installing the Thomson Streaming Stick 145 on your computer or smartphone.

You can create a Google account by visiting the following website: https://accounts.google.com/signup

After completing the initial installation of your Thomson streaming device, the Google TV home screen will be displayed.

Please note that the illustrations of the menu screens shown in this user guide are for reference only and they may differ in your country.

5. Installation of Apps

You have access to thousands of applications in the Google Play store ready for you to download. You can install applications following the steps below:

1. Select Menu Apps on the Home Screen.
2. Select the Search for apps and games field and enter the name of the application you want to download.

In the Apps Home Screen Menu, there are also various submenus such as Your apps, App categories, Apps from my other devices, Featured Apps and others that facilitate your selection and the installation of applications.

Note: some apps work only in your own network. These apps are not open internet services but only in-house solution for several TV sets in the same household. The operation of these applications can therefore be determined by your IP TV or Network operator.

Some apps are available for download according to the Geo-Location. This means that the Geo-Location dependent applications are only available in the Google Play store according to the Geo-Location rules and cannot be downloaded and installed in different countries.

Some apps that are available for mobile devices such as cell phones and tablets are for legal reasons not available for download on Google TV devices.

6. Connection of Bluetooth Devices

Remotes and accessories

In this menu you can connect audio devices such as headphones and speakers as well as input devices such as gamepads, mouse, or keyboard via Bluetooth to the Thomson Streaming Stick 145.

You can also set up the remote control so you can control Power On/Off, Volume +/- or Input Selection of the connected devices (TV, AV Receiver or Soundbar) with the Thomson RCU.

Press the [Settings button] on the remote control and press OK to open the Settings menu. Select Bluetooth and press OK.

Pair Accessory

Make sure that Bluetooth pairing mode is activated on the device you want to connect to the Thomson Streaming Stick 145. Select Menu option Pair accessory and press OK. Bluetooth device will be listed on the right side. Select the device and press OK to start the pairing process.

Accessories

In the menu you can manage Bluetooth connected devices such as remote control.

Remote Control

Select Menu option Set up remote buttons and press OK. There are two submenus in the Set up remote buttons menu:

Devices

Select Add device and press OK. Select the device you want to control with the Thomson RCU, TV, Soundbar or AV Receiver and press OK. Select Brand of your device from the list and press OK. Select the control options you want to operate with the Thomson RCU and follow the instructions on the TV screen.

Remote Buttons

In this submenu you can configure the operation of your Thomson RCU. You can set which operating functions you want to continue to operate with the original remote control of the connected device (TV, AV receiver or soundbar) and which you want to operate with the Thomson remote control.

7. Cast Content (Chromecast)

The Thomson Streaming Stick 145 has Chromecast built-in. You can cast videos, music or other content from your smart phone, tablet, or computer to your TV.

1. Please make sure that your phone, tablet, or computer is in the same network as your Streaming stick.
2. Open the app that supports casting, e.g., YouTube.
3. Select the video and click the cast icon.
4. Select the Streaming Stick 145 and press OK.

Playback will start automatically. Please note that not every application for streaming video content supports the Chromecast function.

8. Hey Google

The Thomson Streaming Stick 145 supports Hey Google function. Hey Google can be used to perform various operations, such as to adjust the volume by percentage, mute and re-activate the volume or to open various applications. You can search for various information from the Internet, such as „What's the weather like tomorrow”, or search for movies, series or videos in streaming service applications such as Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ or YouTube.

9. Display Format Settings

Press the Settings button on your remote control or select the Settings icon on the Home Screen and open Display & Sound -> Advanced display settings.

The default display setting format selection in the Display & Sound Menu is Automatic. The following display format settings are available:

Automatic:

If you select the Automatic display format setting, the system allows the installed applications to automatically adjust the HDR format to your display device. With this setting option, all applications automatically display the video content in the optimal video format, but not in the highest quality.

Manual:

If this option is selected, you can manually deactivate HDR formats that are supported by your playback devices and may cause playback problems. HDR formats that are not supported by your playback device will be displayed under "unsupported formats” and cannot be forcibly activated. Installed applications may automatically select a video format that will not be displayed in the highest video quality.

10. Sound Format Settings

The Thomson Streaming Stick 145 automatically recognizes the optimal sound format supported by the connected device, whether it is the HDMI connection of the TV or the HDMI connection of the AV receiver. It then adjusts the sound playback parameters accordingly, ensuring an optimal sound experience tailored to the connected device. Press the Settings button on your remote control or select the Settings icon on the Home Screen and open Display & Sound -> Advanced Sound Settings.

The following sound format settings are available:

Automatic:

Using this sound playback option, the Thomson Streaming Stick 145 via HDMI cable or Digital Audio Optical Toslink cable will detect the best sound format the connected device can support and will adjust the sound playback characteristics according to the connected device. This sound format setting option is recommended.

None:

Using this sound playback option, the Thomson Streaming Stick 145 will not play surround sound over connected HDMI cable or Digital Audio Optical Toslink cable. This option is recommended if you want to use a DAC (Digital Audio Converter) to convert the digital audio from the Thomson Streaming Stick 145 to analogue audio or if your connected device cannot support digital sound playback.

11. Updates

The software update of the Thomson Streaming Stick 145 occurs automatically. If updates are available for the installed apps or the operating system, you will receive a notification on the Home Screen. Select the notification and press the OK button to read it.

12. Questions & Answers

13. Technical Specifications

Audio & Video

• Display resolution: 4K Ultra HD
• Video resolution: 4Kx2K@60fps, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i
• Audio decoding: Dolby Digital Plus & Dolby Atmos

System & Memory

• Operating system: Google TV
• Chipset: Amlogic S905Y4
• CPU: Quad-Core Cortex-A35
• GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2
• SDRAM: DDR2 GB
• Flash eMMC 8 GB

Wireless Connectivity

• Built-in Wi-Fi: 802.11 b/g/n/a/ac 2.4GHz/5GHz 2T2R
• Bluetooth: 5.0

Compatibility

• HD, FHD and UHD TVs with HDMI compatible port
• Bluetooth keyboard
• Bluetooth gamepad

General Data

• Power supply: AC 100 – 240 V AC ~50/60 Hz
• Input voltage: Power adapter DC 5 V= 1 A
• Power consumption working: max. 5 W
• Operating temperature: 0 ~ +50 °C
• Storage temperature: -20 ~ +70 °C
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 34,4 x 12 x 93 mm
• Weight: 104 g

Licences

This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC VIDEO”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. see http://www.mpegla.com This product contains one or more programs protected under international and U.S. copyright laws as unpublished works.

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