NVIDIA Shield TV Not Connecting or Streaming

NVIDIA Shield TV Pro offers premium Android TV streaming with gaming capability. This guide covers issues.

Shield Not Setting Up

1. Connect via ethernet for best setup
2. WiFi supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz
3. Sign in with Google account
4. Follow on-screen prompts
5. Factory reset: Settings > Storage Reset

Remote Not Working

1. Charge remote via USB-C
2. Re-pair: Hold back + home buttons
3. Check Bluetooth is enabled
4. Use Shield TV app as backup remote
5. IR can control TV volume

Streaming Issues

1. Check network speed (4K needs 25+ Mbps)
2. Use ethernet for best quality
3. Clear app cache if buffering
4. Restart Shield and router
5. Check streaming service status

Google Assistant

1. Hold mic button on remote
2. "Open Netflix" or "Play [show]"
3. Control smart home devices
4. Shield can be speaker target
5. Check microphone permission

Plex Media Server

1. Shield can host Plex server
2. Attach USB storage for media
3. Hardware transcoding supported
4. Plex Pass may be required
5. Serves other devices in home

Home Assistant

1. Android TV integration
2. Media player controls
3. Launch apps via automation
4. Turn on/off TV if CEC enabled
5. ADB for advanced control