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How to download and install an app on my Internet TV device

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    Note: A Google® account is needed to download and purchase apps for your Internet TV device .

    1. Turn on your Internet TV device.
    2. Using the supplied remote control, press the HOME button. The Home Bar menu is displayed.
    3. Press the right arrow button to select the Google Play Store (formerly Market) icon.
    4. Press the ENTER button.
    5. Use the arrow buttons to select one of the listed apps on the Google Play Store screen or select VIEW ALL to display other apps.

      Note: If you're looking for a particular application you can select the Search option and type in the name of the app.

    6. Press the ENTER button.
      • An Overview screen for the app is displayed and the INSTALL button will be selected.
    7. Press the ENTER button to begin the installation process.
      • The Allow access screen displays and another Install button will be selected.
    8. Press the ENTER button again to confirm you want to proceed with the installation.
      • A brief series of messages appear on the TV screen indicating the progress of the installation.

      Note: If you selected an app that requires purchase you may be requested to provide payment information.

    9. When the message Application successfully Installed is displayed, select Open or Done.
      • Selecting Open immediately opens the app for use.
      • Selecting Done does not open the app. It can be opened later from the All Apps icon from the Home Bar.
    10. Press the ENTER button.