Important information

Safety table-cloths, curtains, etc.

English
Ensure that your domestic mains supply voltage The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
matches the voltage indicated on the identification splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
sticker located at the back of your set. Where the vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
mains plug, AC inlet or an appliance coupler is used Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not
as disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable.
be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
On certain models, the light indicator is located at the or the like.
side of the TV set. The absence of a light indication
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
at the front does not mean that the TV set is fully
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
disconnected from the mains. To disconnect the TV
set completely, the mains plug must be pulled out. A television set may fall, causing serious personal
injury or death. Many injuries, particularly to children,
The TV set’s components are sensitive to heat. The
can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as:
maximum ambient temperature should not exceed
35º Celsius. Do not cover the vents at the back or • ALWAYS use cabinets or stands or mounting
sides of the TV set. Leave sufficient space around it to methods recommended by the manufacturer of the
allow adequate ventilation. Install the appliance away television set.
from any source of heat (fireplace, etc.) or appliances • ALWAYS use furniture that can safely support the
creating strong magnetic or electric fields. television set.
Moisture in rooms where the set is installed should • ALWAYS ensure the television set is not
not exceed 75% humidity. Moving the set from a cold overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.
place to a warm one can cause condensation on the • ALWAYS educate children about the dangers of
screen (and on some components inside the TV set). climbing on furniture to reach the television set or its
Let the condensation evaporate before switching the controls.
TV set on again. • ALWAYS route cords and cables connected to your
The or POWER/ button on the TV set or the television so they cannot be tripped over, pulled or
button on the remote control can be used to switch it grabbed.
on and put it into standby mode. If you are not going • NEVER place a television set in an unstable
to be watching the TV for a lengthy period of time, location.
switch it off completely by removing the plug from the • NEVER place the television set on tall furniture
mains power socket. (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without
During thunderstorms, we recommend that you anchoring both the furniture and the television set to
disconnect the TV set from the mains and aerial so a suitable support.
that it is not affected by electrical or electromagnetic • NEVER place the television set on cloth or other
surges that could damage it. For this reason, keep the materials that may be located between the television
mains and aerial sockets accessible so they can be set and supporting furniture.
disconnected, if necessary. • NEVER place items that might tempt children to
Unplug the TV set immediately if you notice it giving climb, such as toys and remote controls, on the top
off a smell of burning or smoke. You must never, of the television or furniture on which the television
under any circumstances, open the TV set yourself, is placed.
as you run the risk of an electric shock in doing so. If the existing television set is going to be retained
and relocated, the same considerations as above
WARNINGS should be applied.
This appliance is intended for domestic household
use only and should not be used for any other Equipment with this symbol is a Class II or
application, such as for non-domestic use or in a double insulated electrical appliance. It has
commercial environment. been designed in such a way that it does
not require a safety connection to electrical
If the external flexible cable or cord of this product is earth.
damaged, it shall be replaced by the manufacturer or Equipment without this symbol is a Class I
his service agent or a similar qualified person in order electrical appliance. It shall be connected
to avoid a hazard. to a mains socket outlet with a protective
Leave more than 10cm clearance around the earthing connection.
television to allow adequate ventilation. The
ventilation should not be impeded by covering the To prevent the spread of fire, keep candles
ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, or other open flames away from this product
at all times.

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This symbol indicates that high voltage is interruptions in audio reception, you should restart
English

present inside. It is dangerous to make any your Bluetooth device to find frequency with less
kind of contact with any internal part of this interferences and if you continue to face issues you
product. should move closer to TV or increase space between
TV and source of interferences.
This symbol indicates that the fuse may
N be in the neutral, and that the mains shall Bluetooth declaration ID: D057147
be disconnected to de-energize the phase Hanging the TV set on the wall
conductors.
Warning: This operation requires two people.
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely To ensure a safe installation, observe the following
attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the safety notes:
installation instructions.
• Check that the wall can support the weight of the TV
To reduce the risk of RF exposure, the use distance set and wall mount assembly.
of this apparatus should be at least 100cm. • Follow the mounting instructions provided with the
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to wall mount. For certain models, make sure to screw
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is the hexagonal VESA wall mounting screw bosses
grounded by a skilled person so as to provide some (and screws) provided with the set into the nuts for
protection against voltage surges and built-up static the wall mount at the back of your set before your
charges. wall mounting.
• The TV set must be installed on a vertical wall.
TV screen
• Make sure to use only screws suitable for the
The TV screen used in this product is made of glass. material of the wall.
Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped • Make sure that the TV set cables are placed so that
or impacted upon by other objects. there is no danger of tripping over them.
The TV screen is a very high technology product, All other safety instructions about our TV sets are also
giving you finely detailed pictures. Occasionally, a few applicable here.
nonactive pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed
point of blue, green or red. This does not affect the Multi product user manual
performance of your product. The features described in this manual are common to
most models. Some features may not be available on
Care
your TV and/or your TV may include features that are
Use a glass-cleaning product to clean the screen and not described in this user manual. The illustrations in
a soft cloth and mild detergent to clean the rest of the this manual may differ from the actual product. Please
set. refer to the actual product.
Important: Using strong detergents, alcohol-based
Device update
and abrasive products may damage the screen.
Typically, some devices are updated quarterly, but not
Dust the vents at the back and sides regularly. Using
always so specific. Some devices, especially those
solvents, abrasive or alcohol-based products could
that went on sale more than three years ago, will only
damage the TV set. If an object or liquid enters the
be updated if a critical vulnerability is found and fixed.
appliance, unplug it immediately and have it checked
by an authorized engineer. Never open the appliance
yourself since this may put you at risk or damage the
appliance.
ESD regulation
This apparatus meets ESD performance criteria.
In case the apparatus does not recover in Ethernet
connection mode due to electrostatic discharge, user
interference is required.
Bluetooth function notice
Bluetooth® technology (if available in your TV)
uses 2.4GHz frequency thus close proximity to Wi-
Fi access points, routers or microwave ovens might
interfere with Bluetooth audio streaming. If you face

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Information for Users on Disposal of

English
Old Equipment and Batteries Declaration of Conformity
[European Union]
These symbols indicate that the electrical
and electronic equipment and the
battery with this symbol should not be Hereby, TCL declares that the radio equipment type TV is
disposed of as general household waste in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the
Products
at their end-of-life. Instead, the products EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
should be handed over to the applicable internet address: www.tcl.com. Choose the model name and
go to DOWNLOADS.
collection points for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment as Manufacturer: TCL Operations Polska Sp. z o.o.
well as batteries for proper treatment, ul. A. Mickiewicza 31/41
Battery recovery and recycling in accordance 96-300 Żyrardów, Poland
Notice: with your national legislation and the
The sign Pb Directive 2012/19/EU, 2006/66/EC and Email address: [email protected]
below the
symbol for 2008/12/EC.
batteries
indicates that By disposing of these products
this battery
contains lead. correctly, you will help to conserve
natural resources and will help to Applies to products intended for the UK market.
prevent potential negative effects on
the environment and human health Hereby, TCL declares that the radio equipment type TV is in
which could otherwise be caused by compliance with the relevant UK statutory requirements. The
full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the
inappropriate waste handling of these
following internet address: www.tcl.com. Choose the model
products. name and go to DOWNLOADS.
For more information about collection
UK Importer: TCL Electronics UK Limited,
points and recycling of these products,
1 Brunel Way, Slough,
please contact your local municipal United Kingdom, SL1 1FQ
office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance
with national legislation.
[Business users]
If you wish to dispose of this product,
please contact your supplier and check
the terms and conditions of the purchase
contract.
[Other Countries outside the European
Union]
These symbols are only valid in the
European Union. If you wish to dispose of
these items, please do so in accordance
with applicable national legislation
or other rules in your country for the
treatment of old electrical equipment and
batteries.

Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product
appearance. Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

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Important information…………………………………… 1 Networked waking up………………………………… 12

English

Software update……………………………………… 12
Chapter 1 - Connections Reset to factory default settings…………………… 13
Connect the power and antenna……………………… 5 Viewing pictures, playing music and watching videos
Connect Blu-ray Disc player, HD game console, HD from a USB storage device…………………………… 13
camcorder, headphones, CI module…………………… 5
Connect to the Internet………………………………… 6 Chapter 5 - Other information
Password in Parental Control………………………… 14
Chapter 2 - Getting started Troubleshooting……………………………………… 14
Remote control functions……………………………… 7
Installing batteries……………………………………… 7
Switch the TV on and off………………………………… 8
Initial setup……………………………………………… 8

Chapter 3 - Basic TV operations

Accessing channels……………………………………… 9
Watching connected devices…………………………… 9
Adjusting volume………………………………………… 9
Accessing Android TV homepage……………………… 9
Using TV settings menu………………………………… 9

Chapter 4 - Using more of your TV

Installing channels…………………………………… 10
Common interface…………………………………… 10
Using the common interface module……………… 10
Accessing common interface services…………… 10
Using subtitles………………………………………… 10
Turning on/off subtitles……………………………… 10
Enabling subtitle languages on digital TV
channels……………………………………………… 10
Selecting a subtitle type on digital TV channels… 10
Using Teletext………………………………………… 11
Selecting decoding page language……………… 11
Digital Teletext language…………………………… 11
Consumer Electronic Control (CEC)………………… 11
Enabling or disabling CEC………………………… 11
Using Auto power on………………………………… 11
Using Auto standby………………………………… 11
HbbTV………………………………………………… 11
HbbTV access……………………………………… 11
HbbTV deactivation………………………………… 11
Using EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)………… 12
Bluetooth function…………………………………… 12
Quick start function…………………………………… 12

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Connect the power and antenna

English
To switch on TV after connecting power cord, press or POWER/ .
Notes:
- Position of power socket varies according to TV model.
- Disconnect the power cord before connecting devices.

Cable

Connect Blu-ray Disc player, HD game console, HD camcorder, headphones,

CI module
5V 0.5A
USB 2.0
LAN

ANTENNA
/CABLE IN

HD game
13/18V
0.4A MAX

console SATELLITE IN
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)

DIGITAL
HDMI 2 (SERVICE)

COMMON INTERFACE
HDMI 1 (ARC) AV IN adapter

Blu-ray Disc
player HD Camcorder

32”

40”

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Connect to the Internet

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Note: The following instructions are just the usual ways to connect your TV to the wired or wireless network.
The connection method may be different depending on your actual network configuration. If you have any
questions about your home network, please refer to your Internet service provider.

Wired connection
Router

Modem Internet

LAN port

Wireless connection
Modem Internet

Wireless router

Network settings:
1. Press on the remote control to display the Android TV homepage.
2. Press ▲/▼/◄/► to move the cursor to on the right top of the screen and press OK to enter the Settings
menu.
3. Press ▲/▼ to select Network & Internet, press OK to enter the submenu and follow the on-screen
guidance to set up your network.

Notes:
- Your TV might not have all connectors visible on diagram above. Number of USB and HDMI ports may vary
according to TV model.
- Button and connector locations may vary according to TV model.
- USB connectors are for data input from USB drives and for connecting other relevant USB devices where
applicable.
- All USB devices have to be directly connected to TV set without cable extenders. In case extender is
required, maximum 50cm length is recommended. Longer extenders should have ferrite beads.
- ARC (Audio Return Channel) function is only supported on the HDMI port identified with ARC. To use ARC
function, please turn on CEC function first as described in the CEC section.
- It is recommended to use high quality and well shielded HDMI cables to avoid possible interferences.
- Please use headphones with 3.5mm TRS connector. Excessive sound pressure from headphones can cause
hearing loss.

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Remote control functions

English
Most of your television's functions are available via the menus that appear on the screen. The remote control
supplied with your set can be used to navigate through the menus and to configure all the general settings.
To switch the sound off and back on.
Standby / quit standby.
Numeric buttons To enter channel numbers or a digit.
To access TCL Channel.
LIST To display the channel list.
/ To control the volume.
To display programme information, if available.
To display the TV settings menu.
P / To change channels.
To access the Android TV homepage.
To display the Option menu.
▲/▼/◄/► Navigation direction buttons.
OK To confirm an entry or selection.
To return to the previous menu or quit an App.
To select input source.
EXIT To exit the on-screen menu.
LANG To select an audio language available for selected digital TV
programme.
GUIDE To toggle the Electronic Programme Guide on or off (only
available for digital channels).
TEXT To toggle Teletext on or off.
SUBT. To select a subtitle language available for selected digital TV
programme.
Colour buttons To select tasks or Teletext pages; to be used for HbbTV
function.
To start fast reverse.
To pause playback.
To start fast forward.
ZOOM To select the screen mode.
Note: You are recommended to use the full screen mode.
Do not use the display mode with black bars on both sides
of the picture (such as 4:3) for a long time; otherwise the TV
screen may be damaged permanently.
To start playback.
To stop playback.
NETFLIX To access Netflix if available.
prime video To access Prime video if available.

Installing batteries
1. Push to open the back cover as
illustrated.
2. Insert two AAA batteries according to the
polarities marked on the batteries case.
3. Replace the back cover as illustrated.

Note: The remote control type may be changed without notice.

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Important:
English

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Remove batteries when
the remote control is not to be used for a long time. Batteries left in equipment may cause damage through
deterioration and corrosive leakage, invalidating the guarantee.
To protect the environment use local recycling facilities for battery disposal. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if batteries are replaced by an incorrect type. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
You can turn on the TV from standby mode by pressing the button on your TV set.
While the TV is on, the multi-function menu appears by pressing the button on your TV set. For more
information about how to use the multi-function menu, please refer to the figure below.

Standby CH+ CH- Volume+ Volume- Source OK

Tips: Click to select options, press and hold to confirm.

• Press the button to move the highlight to the next function selection.
• Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds to confirm your selection.
Note: Please refer to the Quick Start Guide to find the button on your TV set.

Switch the TV on and off

1. When the power cord is connected, the TV will be turned on directly or be in standby mode. If the TV is in
standby mode, press the or POWER/ button on the set or the button on the remote control to turn it
on.
2. To put the TV into standby mode, press the button on the remote control. The TV set remains powered up,
but with low energy consumption.
3. To switch the TV off, unplug the mains plug from the mains outlet.

Initial setup
The first time you switch the set on, the Welcome screen appears, which guides you through the initial setup
process. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the initial setup process such as selecting the language,
connecting to the network, scanning channels, and more. During each step, either make a choice or skip the
step. If you skip a step, you can perform the setup later from the settings menu.
Note: If the channel search retrieved only the analogue channels it could be caused by poor broadcasting and
therefore is not covered by manufacturer warranty. Manufacturers cannot be held responsible for lack of
or poor broadcasting in some areas.

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Accessing channels 3. Press to return to the homepage.

English
Note: Since the connection with Internet takes
Using the numeric buttons: press the corresponding
time, it’s recommended that you wait a few
numeric buttons on the remote control to access the
minutes to use the Smart TV feature after
channels.
activation of TV from standby.
Using the P / buttons: press the P / buttons
on the remote control to scroll through the channels.
Using the LIST button: press the LIST button on the Using TV settings menu
remote control to display the channel list and press Allows you to adjust TV settings, such as picture and
▲/▼/◄/► and OK to select channels. sound.
1. Press on the remote control to display the TV
Watching connected devices settings menu.
Press on the remote control to display the source 2. Press ▲/▼ to select the desired item, then press
list. Press ▲/▼ to select TV or other input sources OK/► to enter the corresponding submenu.
and press OK to confirm. 3. In submenus, press ▲/▼ to select menu options, then
You can also press on the remote control to press OK/► to enter the option list, or the corresponding
display the homepage, press ▲/▼/◄/► to move the submenu, or press OK to toggle on or off, or press ◄/►
cursor to the area on the right top of the screen, to adjust the setting.
and press OK to enter. Then press ▲/▼ and OK to 4. Press to return to the previous menu.
select the input source. 5. Press EXIT or to close the menu.
Note:You can also press on the remote control,
Adjusting volume select TV settings (if available) and press
OK to enter the TV settings menu. Some
Volume control: press the / buttons on the options may not be available for certain
remote control to increase or decrease the volume. signal sources.
Sound mute: press the button to temporarily mute
the sound. Press this button again or the button
to restore the sound.

Accessing Android TV homepage

Allows you to enjoy Internet Applications (Apps) and
specially adapted Internet websites, and perform
system settings for your TV. You can make controlling
with the TV remote control.
WARNING:
• Configure the network settings before using Smart
TV applications.
• Slow responses and/or interruptions may occur,
depending on your network conditions.
• If you experience a problem using an application,
please contact the content provider.
• According to circumstances of the content provider,
an application’s updates or the application itself may
be discontinued.
• Depending on your country's regulations, some
applications may have limited service or not be
supported.
• Changes in application content may be made
without prior notice by the service provider.
1. Press on the remote control to display the
Android TV homepage.
2. Press ▲/▼/◄/► and OK to enter the desired
Apps, functions or settings.

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Installing channels 1. Following the directions printed on the common
English

interface module, gently insert the module into the

This section describes how to search and store common interface slot on the TV.
channels automatically. This may be done in any of
2. Push the module in as far as it will go.
the cases below:
- you have skipped the channel installation step in the 3. Turn on the TV and wait for the common interface
initial setup; function to be activated. This may take several
minutes.
- you are prompted that there are no channels in TV
mode; Note: Do not remove the common interface
module from the slot. Removing the module
- you want to update your channels.
will deactivate the digital services.
1. In TV mode, press on the remote control and
select Channel > Channel scan. Press OK/► to Accessing common interface services
enter. After inserting and activating the common interface
2. The TV installs and arranges channels according module, press on the remote control, select
to your country or region. Press ▲/▼ to select Channel > Common interface and press OK/► to
Country/Region, and press OK/► to enter. Enter enter.
the default password 1234 or your own password This menu option is only available if the common
in case you have changed the password in the interface module is correctly inserted and activated.
System menu. Press ▲/▼ to select your country On-screen applications and content are provided by
or region and press OK to confirm. your digital TV service operator.
3. Press ▲/▼ to select Automatic search and press
OK/► to enter.
Using subtitles
4. Press ▲/▼ to select Tuner mode and press
◄/► to select Cable, Antenna or Satellite. You can enable subtitles for each TV channel.
(Note: Satellite option is available only in selected Subtitles are broadcast via Teletext or DVB-T/DVB-C/
models.) DVB-S/DVB-T2/DVB-S2 digital broadcasts. With
digital broadcasts, you have the additional option of
5. Press ▲/▼ to select other options to configure.
selecting a preferred subtitle language.
6. After configuration is completed, press ▼ to select
Search and press OK to start scanning channels. Turning on/off subtitles
7. The channel search may take a few minutes. After 1. Press on the remote control, select Channel >
the automatic search, channels are arranged in a Subtitle and press OK/► to enter.
preset order. If you wish to hide or move channels,
2. Select the Subtitle option, and press OK to toggle
press on the remote control, select Channel >
between on or off.
Channel organizer and press OK/► to enter.
3. Press EXIT or to close the menu.
Note: Channel organizer option is not available
when Tuner mode is set to Antenna and Country/ Enabling subtitle languages on digital TV
Region is set to United Kingdom. channels
1. Press on the remote control, select Channel >
Subtitle > Digital subtitle language 1st and
Common interface press OK/► to enter.
Encrypted digital TV channels can be decoded with a 2. Press ▲/▼ to select a subtitle language as your
common interface module and a card provided by a preferred language and press OK to confirm.
digital TV service operator. 3. Press ▲/▼ to select Digital subtitle language
The common interface module may enable several 2nd and press OK/► to enter.
digital services, depending on the operator and 4. Press ▲/▼ to select a secondary subtitle language
services you choose (for example, pay TV). Contact and press OK to confirm.
your digital TV service operator for more information 5. Press EXIT or to close the menu.
about services and terms.
Shortcut operation: Press SUBT. on the remote
Using the common interface module control to directly select a subtitle language available
WARNING: Switch off your TV before inserting a for the selected digital TV programme.
common interface module. Be sure to follow the
instructions described below. Wrong insertion of
a common interface module may damage both the
module and your TV.

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Selecting a subtitle type on digital TV Using Auto standby

English
channels Enables all CEC devices to automatically go to the
1. Press on the remote control, select Channel > standby mode when you turn off the TV with the TV
remote. Press OK to turn it on to enable this function.
Subtitle > Subtitle type and press OK/► to enter.
Note: The CEC functions depend on the devices
2. Press ▲/▼ to select a subtitle type and press OK
connected and it is possible that some
to confirm. You can select Hearing impaired to
devices may not interoperate correctly when
display the hearing impaired subtitles with your
connected to this TV. The user manual or
selected language.
the manufacturer of the problematic devices
3. Press EXIT or to close the menu. should be consulted for further information.

Using Teletext HbbTV

Selecting decoding page language HbbTV (Hybrid broadcast broadband TV) is a service
1. Press on the remote control, select Channel > offered by certain broadcasters and available only on
Teletext > Decoding page language and press some digital TV channels. HbbTV delivers interactive
OK/► to enter. television over broadband Internet. These interactive
features are added to and enrich the normal digital
2. Press ▲/▼ to select a proper type of language programmes, and include services such as digital
in which Teletext will display and press OK to teletext, electronic programme guide, games, voting,
confirm. specific information related to the current programme,
3. Press EXIT or to close the menu. interactive advertising, information magazines, catch-
up TV, etc.
Digital Teletext language
To use HbbTV please ensure your TV is connected to
On digital TV channels, depending on the Internet and HbbTV is switched on.
broadcaster, you may be able to enjoy a service with
multiple initial Teletext pages in different languages. Notes:
This function allows you to select an available - HbbTV services are broadcast- or country-
language as primary language, which relates to dependent and may be unavailable in your area.
different initial Teletext pages. - You cannot download files to your TV with
1. Press on the remote control, select Channel > HbbTV function.
Teletext > Digital teletext language and press - Application provider or broadcasting related
OK/► to enter. conditions may cause an HbbTV application to
2. Press ▲/▼ to select a language and press OK to be unavailable momentarily.
confirm. - To access HbbTV applications you must connect
3. Press EXIT or to close the menu. your TV to the Internet via a broadband link.
HbbTV applications may not work correctly in
case of network related issues.
Consumer Electronic Control (CEC)
Use this function to search for CEC devices connected HbbTV access
to the HDMI sockets in your TV and enable one-touch 1. Press on the remote control, select System >
play and one-touch standby between CEC devices. HbbTV settings and press OK/► to enter.
Enabling or disabling CEC 2. Select the HbbTV option, and press OK to turn it
on.
1. Press on the remote control, select System >
3. When you tune to a digital TV channel that offers
Consumer Electronic Control (CEC) and press
HbbTV, this will be signalled to you by an on-
OK/► to enter.
screen indication (generally a red button, but
2. Select the HDMI Control option, and press OK to other colour buttons may also be used). Press
toggle between on or off the indicated colour button to open the interactive
3. Press EXIT or to close the menu. pages.
Using Auto power on 4. Use ▲/▼/◄/► and the colour buttons to navigate
through the HbbTV pages and press OK to
Enables the TV to automatically power on when you
power on a CEC device (e.g. DVD) with the device’s confirm.
remote. Press OK to turn it on to enable this function.

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HbbTV deactivation ovens might interfere with Bluetooth audio

English

streaming. If you face interruptions in

To avoid disturbances that may be caused by HbbTV
audio reception, you should restart your
broadcasting tests, you can turn off the HbbTV
Bluetooth device to find frequency with less
function:
interferences and if you continue to face
1. Press on the remote control, select System > issues you should move closer to TV or
HbbTV settings and press OK/► to enter. increase space between TV and source of
2. Select the HbbTV option, and press OK to turn it interferences.
off to disable it. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
Using EPG (Electronic Programme of such marks by TTE Corporation is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
Guide)
respective owners.
EPG is an on-screen guide that displays scheduled
digital TV programmes. You can navigate, select and
view programmes. Quick start function
1. Press GUIDE on the remote control, the It enables you to turn on your TV faster from standby
Programme Guide menu will appear, which mode than turning this function off, but it will also
allows you to get information about the current increase standby power consumption.
or next programme playing on each channel. 1. Press on the remote control, select > Device
Navigate through the different programmes using Preferences > Quick start > Enable quick start
the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons on the remote control. and press OK to toggle between on and off.
2. Use the related buttons shown at the bottom of the 2. Press to return to the previous menu.
screen to view EPG.
- Watch now or More: Press OK to watch the
selected channel or view more information about Networked waking up
the selected programme. This function allows you to turn on your TV from
- Programme filter: Press to display programme standby mode via a network. To use this function,
filter for digital TV programmes. please make sure:
- Custom schedule: Press the red button to set a 1. Your TV is connected to an effective wireless home
schedule. network;
- Select date: Press the green button to select 2. The desired controller, such as a smartphone, is
date. connected to the same wireless network as your
- Schedule list: Press the yellow button to view TV;
your schedule list. 3. An App which supports networked waking up
3. Press GUIDE or EXIT to exit EPG. function, such as Youtube, has been installed into
the controller;
Bluetooth function 4. Networked standby is turned on in the Network
(* not available for some models) & Internet menu from the homepage.
Bluetooth® is a wireless technology standard for When the TV is in networked standby mode, you can
exchanging data over short distance between use the App to wake up the TV remotely.
Bluetooth devices. You can connect Bluetooth audio Notes:
device, mouse or keyboard via the TV. - This feature is disabled if you press and hold the
1. Press on the remote control, press ▲/▼/◄/► button on the remote control and confirm to
to move the cursor to on the right top of the shut the TV down.
screen and press OK to enter. - Before using the feature of networked waking up,
2. Select Remotes & Accessories > Add accessory make sure the Quick start function is enabled.
and press OK to enter. The TV will search nearby - This function may not be available for certain
Bluetooth devices automatically. Select an models.
available device, press OK and follow the guides
on the screen to connect it. Software update
Note: Bluetooth technology (if available in your TV)
Notes:
uses 2.4GHz frequency thus close proximity
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- Do not switch off or unplug the TV until the

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upgrade is completed.
- Keep successful network connection during
upgrade.
Press on the remote control,select > Device
Preferences > About > Software update and
press OK to enter. You have three options to update
the software: Network update, Local update and
By channel. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the progress.

Reset to factory default settings

Allows you to reset the TV to factory default settings.
1. Press on the remote control, select > Device
Preferences > Reset > Factory data reset >
Erase everything and press OK to confirm.
2. Use the numeric buttons on the remote control to
enter the password 1234 or your own password in
case you have changed it.
3. Select OK and press OK to confirm.
4. The Welcome screen appears. Follow the
instructions in the section Initial setup.

Viewing pictures, playing music and

watching videos from a USB storage
device
Your TV is fitted with USB connectors that enable
you to view pictures, listen to music or watch videos
stored on USB drives.
When a USB device is connected, the Query screen
appears. Follow the on-screen instructions. You can
also select the Media Player app via the Android TV
homepage to enter.
Supported file formats:
Picture JPEG, PNG, BMP
Music/Audio Container: MP3, AVI, AC3, AAC, FLV,
MKV
Codec: MPEG1 layer 3, MPEG2 layer
2/3, AC3, EAC3, AAC, LPCM
Video Container: AVI, MP4, TS, MKV, FLV
Codec: MPEG1/2/4, H.263, H.264,
H.265, VP8, VP9, AV1
Notes:
- Some USB keys and USB products like
digital cameras or mobile phones are not fully
compatible with USB standard so they may not
work with the TV media player. Not all USB
keys or devices are compatible with the USB
function. Not all above formats are recognised.
The encoding formats of your files will determine
whether or not they can be played.

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Password in Parental Control Operating Conditions
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- The default password is 1234. You can change it to Temperature 5°C–35°C (41°F–95°F)
a new one. Humidity 20–75% (non-condensing)
- The super password is 0423. If you forget your Storage Conditions
code, enter the super password to override any
Temperature -15°C–45°C (5°F–113°F)
existing codes.
Humidity 10–90% (non-condensing)

Troubleshooting Radio Information

Please check the following list before requesting • 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range: 2400–
service. 2483.5MHz
• 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power: 16dBm (+4/-5dB)
There is no picture or sound.
• Bluetooth® transmitter frequency range: 2402–
• Make sure the power cord is properly inserted in the
2480MHz
power outlet.
• Bluetooth® transmitter power: 3dBm (+5/-3dB)
• Make sure the source type is set correctly.
• DVB-T/T2/C tuner frequency range: 50.5–858MHz
• Make sure the antenna is properly connected.
• DVB-S/S2 tuner frequency range: 950–2150MHz
• Make sure the volume is not set to minimum or the
sound is not set to mute. OSS Notice
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
This product uses the GPL (Version 2 and 3) and
• The TV may be receiving a signal other than from LGPL (version 2.1) and MPL (version 1.1).
TV broadcasting stations.
To send inquires and requests for questions regarding
Picture is not clear. open source, contact nearest TCL office.
• Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected. This product uses some software programs which are
• Consider whether your TV signal is being properly distributed under the Independent JPEG Group.
received. This product uses some software programs which are
• Poor picture quality can occur due to a VHS distributed under the libpng Project.
camera, camcorder, or other peripheral being This product uses some software programs which are
connected at the same time. Switch off one of the distributed under the Freetype Project.
other peripherals. This product uses some software programs which are
• The ‘ghost’ or double image may be caused by distributed under the zlib Project.
obstruction to the antenna due to high-rise buildings This product uses some software programs (libxml2,
or hills. Using a highly directional antenna may curl, expat, c-areas) which are distributed under the
improve the picture quality. MIT.
• The horizontal dotted lines shown on the pictures This product uses CyberLink for C which is distributed
may be caused by electrical interference, e.g., hair under the Open Source Project.
dryer, nearby neon lights, etc. Turn off or remove This product uses opensl, xerces which is distributed
these. under the Apach License Project.
Picture is too dark, too light or tinted. GPL software: Linux Kernel, glib, libiconv, gcc libgcc,
• Check the colour adjustment. gcc libstdc++, u-Boot loader, ffmepg, util-linux-ng,
• Check the brightness setting. e2fsprogs, wget, iptables
• Check the sharpness function. LGPL software: DFB (DirectFB), gstreamer, gst-
plugins-base, gst-plugins-good, gst-plugins-bad, gst-
Remote control does not work. plugins-ugly, gst-ffmpeg, glibc, wpa_supplicant
• Check the batteries of the remote control. BSD software: webp, mng, uriparser
• Make sure the remote sensor window on the TV GNU software: dosfstools
front is not under strong fluorescent lighting.
• Try to clean the remote sensor window on the TV [Legal Statement] of TCL - manufacturer of this
front with a soft cloth. TV set

If the above suggestions do not solve your technical Due to the various capabilities of products featuring
issue, please refer to the warranty card for service the SmartTV - Services, as well as limitations in the
information. available content, certain features, applications, and
services may not be available on all devices or in
all territories. Some features on SmartTV may also

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