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Sony Google TV — Play Store error RJ‑XXXX / download failed

Sony surfaces PLAY-STORE during startup, profile load, or title launch when a dependency times out.

Likely causes

WHY
  • Packet loss between the TV/stick and your gateway
  • A failed silent update left Sony in a half-installed state
  • SSL interception or school/work firewall filtering media hosts
  • Kids profile restrictions blocking the title behind PLAY-STORE

Fix steps

FIX
  1. Fully power-cycle the living-room stack (router + device), then immediately retry the same Sony title.
  2. Open the store → My apps → update Sony; if no update shows, reinstall the app cleanly.
  3. Wipe Sony cache, remove the account session on this device, restart, and log in fresh.
  4. Confirm date & time are automatic, set public DNS, and reopen Sony to clear PLAY-STORE.

Quick FAQ

FAQ
Is this an official support page?

No. VidCapto publishes unofficial troubleshooting guides so you can try common fixes quickly.

What does Sony error PLAY-STORE mean?

Sony surfaces PLAY-STORE during startup, profile load, or title launch when a dependency times out.

What if the steps don't work?

Try another network (hotspot), reinstall the app, then contact the brand's official support with your exact error code.

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Example scenarios

NOTE

Illustrative scenarios for this error - not live user reviews.

  • Example scenario: updating system software before Sony removed a recurring PLAY-STORE loop on boot.
  • Example scenario: Ethernet fixed Sony PLAY-STORE when Wi‑Fi looked “connected” but could not sustain streams.

VidCapto is not affiliated with any brands. Applying these steps is the user's responsibility.

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