The device needs to be in the same subnet as the Home Assistant software. This is a limitation of the Sony Firmware, the device will not react properly to requests if the client is in a different subnet.
To get started put /custom_components/sony/media_player.py here: <config_directory>/custom_components/sony/media_player.py
Using custom_updater (optional)
- Get and install
custom_updaterfrom here: https://github.com/custom-components/custom_updater - Use the following configuration snippet:
custom_updater:
track:
- components
component_urls:
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/dilruacs/media_player.sony/master/tracker.jsonTo add a device to your installation, add the following to your configuration.yaml file:
media_player:
- platform: sony
host: 192.168.0.10Configuration variables
| key | description |
|---|---|
| platform (Required) | The platform name (sony) |
| host (Required) | IP Address or hostname of the device |
| name (Optional) | Descriptive name for the device |
You will need to configure your device to allow the Home Assistant for remote usage. To do that, ensure that your device is turned on. Open the configuration popup on Home Assistant and enter a random PIN (for example 0000). After that, the device will show you a PIN and Home Assistant will allow you to re-enter that PIN. Enter the PIN shown on your TV and Home Assistant will be able to control your Sony device.