Nvidia SHIELD TV Pro - User Manual

Get Started
What You Need
Here's what you'll need to start using your NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro:
1. TV or monitor with HDMI port (HDCP compatible)
2. High-speed HDMI 2.0 cable
3. Internet connection via Wi-Fi or Ethernet
4. A Google account
Set Up NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro
Here's how to plug in your NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro and connect your controller:
1. Connect your SHIELD TV Pro to your TV with a certified HDMI 2.0 cable.
o Make sure your TV or monitor is off, and plug one end of the HDMI cable into
the HDMI port on the back of your SHIELD. Plug the other end of the cable into
an HDMI port on your TV or receiver.
2. Connect your SHIELD TV Pro to power, using the power cord.
o Plug one end of the power cable into the back of your SHIELD and plug the other
end into a power outlet. SHIELD will automatically power on as you plug it in
and you will see the green light turn on. When you are not using it, it will
automatically go into sleep mode.
3. OPTIONAL: Connect your SHIELD TV Pro to Ethernet. If you do not use an Ethernet
connection, you will have an option during setup to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
4. Turn on your TV and change to the correct HDMI input.
o If you have trouble finding the correct input, check the label on your HDMI ports
on your TV or monitor.
Connecting SHIELD Controller
If you have purchased a new SHIELD TV Pro, the SHIELD Controller is automatically paired with
your SHIELD TV device. Simply press the 'A' button to turn it on.

Nvidia SHIELD TV Pro Specifications

General

Processor model	Tegra X1+
Processor manufacturer	NVIDIA
Internal memory	3000 MB
Card reader integrated	No
Internal storage capacity	16 GB
Product color	Black
Supported video modes	720p, 1080p, 2160p
Maximum video resolution	3840 x 2160 pixels
Bluetooth	Yes
USB version	2.0/3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB port type	USB Type-A
Frequency band	5 GHz
Wi-Fi standards	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version	5.0
USB ports quantity	2
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Video apps	Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube
Google applications	Google Play
Audio formats supported	AAC, AAC+, AMR, FLAC, MP3, PCM, WAVE, WMA, WMA-PRO
Video formats supported	ASF, AVI, DIVX, H.263, H.264, H.265, HEVC, M-JPEG, M2TS, MKV, MOV, MP4, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, VP8, VP9, WEBM, WMV9, XVID
Operating system version	9.0
Operating system installed	Android
Remote control battery type	AAA

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	25.93 mm
Width	159 mm
Height	98 mm
Weight	250 g

Summary

Get Started

What You Need

Set Up NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro

Instructions on how to connect the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro to a TV and power source.

Connecting SHIELD Controller

Guidance on pairing and turning on the SHIELD Controller for use with the device.

Peripheral Setup and Connectivity

Connecting SHIELD Remote

Information on automatic pairing of the SHIELD Remote with the SHIELD TV device.

Display and Audio Setup

4 K HDR Display Setup

Requirements for viewing 4K HDR content, including HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 support.

How to Enable HDR on Your TV

Guidance on enabling HDR output settings on various TV models.

AVR; Surround Audio Setup

Connecting SHIELD TV to AV receivers for surround sound audio.

Advanced Display and Audio Features

AV Sync and Video Performance

Adjusting Resolution and Color Space

Color Space and HDR

Selecting recommended color spaces and viewing HDR content.

Accounts and Storage Management

How to Change the Account on your SHIELD

Reset SHIELD to Factory Settings

Procedure for resetting the SHIELD TV to its original factory settings.

Content Transfer and Features

How to Transfer Content to SHIELD

Google Cast and Mirroring

Casting and mirroring content from mobile devices to SHIELD TV.

NVIDIA Share and GeForce NOW

Troubleshooting General Issues

Connecting and Accessory Issues

Networking Issues

GeForce NOW Issues

Resolving common problems encountered with the GeForce NOW service.

Other Hardware Issues

Health and Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Guidelines for safe operation, potential hazards, and risk minimization.

General Precautions

Precautions to reduce risk of electric shock, personal injury, or damage.