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Sony Internet TV / Blu-ray Player DNS Proxy Setup Instructions

DNS Proxy Guides
Setup Guide
Troubleshooting

Setting up DNS Proxy

Our DNS Proxy requires your Public IP Address to be authorized to access the service. You can head over to the IP Authorization page to configure your access. We also have this handy guide to follow if you need any help.

Under "Setup", select "Network Settings"
Select "Internet Settings"
Choose either "Wired" or "USB Wireless Setup" depending on your connection.
Note: On other models supporting only Wired connection, you will not see this page.
For setting up "IP Address and Proxy Server", select "Custom"
For setting up IPv6 address, select "No".
Note: On some models, you will not see this option.
For setting up, "IPv4 or IP Address", choose "Custom"
Under "IP Address Setting", select "Auto"
Under "DNS Setting", choose "Specify IP address"
Enter the following IP Addresses for the Primary and Secondary DNS and select "Continue"

Primary DNS: 138.197.111.193
Secondary DNS: 64.225.90.91

If you are asked if you want to use a proxy server, select "No"
You will now see a confirmation screen. Please make sure that "IP Address Setting" is set to "Auto" unless otherwise necessary. Also make sure "DNS Settings" is set to "Specify IP address" and that the Primary and Secondary DNS addresses are correct. Select "Continue" if everything looks right.
Select "Save and Connect"
Select "OK" if both tests for "Physical Connection" and "Internet Access" pass.

Now you will see new apps like Amazon Video, Vudu, Hulu Plus and other channels.

Note: Channel availability is dependent on firmware and model number, policy set by the manufacturer. Please check your device manual for available channels.

After your IP is authorized, you can start accessing geo-restricted channels to watch movies or listen to music.

Troubleshooting

Verify DNS Proxy Access with our DNS Check Tool
After your IP address has been authorized, you can visit our DNS Check Tool at http://dnscheck.ironsocket.com to verify that your device is configured properly. If there is an issue the DNS Check Tool will provide more information about the cause of the misconfiguration.

I am using Dynamic DNS but DNS Check shows my IP is not yet Authorized
If you have installed Dynamic Update Client (DUC) on your computer, make sure that it is running. Also ensure that your DDNS name is entered and still exists in the IP authorization slot in the member's area. Please note that when your account expires, your IP authorization slots are cleared. If you renew after your subscription expires, you will have to re-enter your DDNS name.

DNS Check shows Successful but I am still getting Geo-restricted errors
Please check our Channel Guide to make sure the channel you are trying to access is supported by our DNS Proxy. If the channel is not listed, you may contact Support to request the channel added. In the meantime, you can an HTTP Proxy or VPN to bypass the geo-restriction.

My router is setup but DNS Check fails
If you are trying to automatically setup our DNS Proxy on your devices via your router and unable to make it work, try and directly setup our DNS Proxy on your PC or Mac. If it works, then the problem could be on your router's DHCP settings. Make sure you have entered the correct DNS Server IP addresses in your router. After you restart your router, restart your devices to enable them to obtain the new DNS Server IP Addresses and to clear any old DNS cache.

Is my Internet Connection compatible with Smart DNS?
Our Smart DNS Proxy works with DSL, Fiber and Broadband Internet connections regardless if you connect via wired or Wi-Fi using a router. There are some types of Internet Connections that employ technique that can disrupt the DNS Proxy Service such as Hotel Wi-Fi hot-spots, Satellite and Mobile (3G/4G/LTE) networks. We recommend using a VPN connection to access geo-restricted content in these cases.