Roku 6 Series User manual

User Guide
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Product name: TCL TCL Roku TV™
Document name: TCL TCL Roku TV™ User Guide
Document revision: 9.3 – United States, English
Publication date: 7/10/2020

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Contents
Welcome ........................................................................................................................................ 1
The new standard in Smart TVs ................................................................................................................................ 1
Get the most out of your new TV ............................................................................................................................. 1
Connections and setup ................................................................................................................... 5
Before initial setup .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Protect against power surges ............................................................................................................................... 5
Safety information ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Avoid audio interference ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Avoid direct light .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Set up your new TV ................................................................................................................................................... 6
What’s in the box ................................................................................................................................................. 6
To mount on a wall ............................................................................................................................................... 6
To use the stand ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting an antenna, cable, or satellite box ......................................................................................................... 8
Connecting external equipment with a composite AV video cable .......................................................................... 8
Connecting external equipment with an HDMI® cable ............................................................................................. 9
Connecting headphones or analog soundbar ........................................................................................................... 9
Connecting an AV receiver or digital soundbar ...................................................................................................... 10
Preparing for Internet connectivity ........................................................................................................................ 11
AC power ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Roku remote batteries ............................................................................................................................................ 12
TCL Roku TV remote ............................................................................................................................................... 12
Panel button ........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Single button ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
Guided Setup ................................................................................................................................ 17
Starting Guided Setup ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Guided Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Network connection ........................................................................................................................................... 21
Activation ........................................................................................................................................................... 25
Connect your devices ......................................................................................................................................... 26
The Home screen ......................................................................................................................... 29
Personalize your Home screen ........................................................................................................................... 30

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Benefits of connecting ................................................................................................................. 32
Connecting brings out your TV’s full potential! ...................................................................................................... 32
Take advantage of awesome features .................................................................................................................... 33
What is streaming? ................................................................................................................................................. 34
What if I didn’t connect my TV? ............................................................................................................................. 36
Setting up live TV ......................................................................................................................... 37
How do I set up the TV tuner? ................................................................................................................................ 38
Using your TV ............................................................................................................................... 42
Status indicator ....................................................................................................................................................... 42
Standby mode energy savings ................................................................................................................................ 43
Getting help ............................................................................................................................................................ 43
Opting in to Smart TV experience ........................................................................................................................... 44
Disable Smart TV experience .............................................................................................................................. 44
Disable Auto Notifications .................................................................................................................................. 45
Watching live TV channels ...................................................................................................................................... 45
Changing channels .............................................................................................................................................. 45
Favorite Channels in non-connected mode ........................................................................................................ 46
Smart Guide ........................................................................................................................................................ 48
Viewing program information ............................................................................................................................ 50
Adjusting settings while watching a program .................................................................................................... 52
Pausing live TV ........................................................................................................................................................ 52
Requirements ..................................................................................................................................................... 52
Enabling Live TV Pause ....................................................................................................................................... 53
Using Live TV Pause ............................................................................................................................................ 53
Notes about Live TV Pause ................................................................................................................................. 55
More Ways to Watch .............................................................................................................................................. 55
Using More Ways to Watch ................................................................................................................................ 55
Getting the most from More Ways to Watch ..................................................................................................... 58
Switching TV inputs ................................................................................................................................................. 58
Auto-detecting devices ....................................................................................................................................... 58
Adjusting audio/video settings ........................................................................................................................... 58
Setting preferred audio language for streaming channels ................................................................................. 58
Playing content from USB storage devices ............................................................................................................. 59
Auto player launch ............................................................................................................................................. 59
Playing content from local network media servers ................................................................................................ 60
Setting up a payment method ................................................................................................................................ 60
Using your TV in a hotel or dorm room .................................................................................................................. 61
About using your TV on a restricted public network .......................................................................................... 61
Getting your Roku TV on line on a restricted public network ............................................................................ 62
Roku voice remotes (select models only) ............................................................................................................... 64
Re-pairing your Roku voice remote .................................................................................................................... 64
Checking the Roku voice remote battery level ................................................................................................... 65

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Finding your Roku Enhanced Voice Remote ....................................................................................................... 65
Changing and previewing the Enhanced Voice Remote finder sound ................................................................ 66
Adjusting TV settings .................................................................................................................... 67
Settings menu ......................................................................................................................................................... 67
Options menu ......................................................................................................................................................... 68
Options menu settings ............................................................................................................................................ 69
Accessibility ............................................................................................................................................................. 71
Accessibility menu settings ................................................................................................................................. 71
Video description through Secondary Audio Program (SAP) .................................................................................. 73
Picture settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 74
Picture settings menu options ............................................................................................................................ 74
Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) ........................................................................................................................ 77
Variable refresh rate (VRR) ................................................................................................................................. 77
Sound settings ........................................................................................................................................................ 78
Roku Smart Soundbar ......................................................................................................................................... 78
Volume mode (select models only) .................................................................................................................... 80
Sound settings – Dolby® Audio Processing (select models only) ........................................................................ 81
Sound settings – DTS® TruSurround / DTS® Studio Sound (select models only) ................................................. 82
Sound settings – Sonic Emotion™ Premium (select models only) ....................................................................... 83
Sonic Emotion™ settings .................................................................................................................................... 84
Expert Picture Settings (4K models only) ................................................................................................................ 85
Changing privacy settings ....................................................................................................................................... 85
Advertising .......................................................................................................................................................... 85
Microphone ........................................................................................................................................................ 86
Featured Free ............................................................................................................................... 89
My Feed ....................................................................................................................................... 90
Movies Coming Soon .............................................................................................................................................. 90
Movies, TV programs, and people .......................................................................................................................... 90
Searching for something to watch ............................................................................................... 91
How do I search? .................................................................................................................................................... 91
Keyboard search using the remote ..................................................................................................................... 92
Voice Search from a Roku voice remote ............................................................................................................. 92
Searching from the Roku mobile app ................................................................................................................. 93
Searching with Google Assistant ........................................................................................................................ 93
Searching with Amazon Alexa ............................................................................................................................ 94
Direct-to-playback search results ....................................................................................................................... 94
Searching for free content .................................................................................................................................. 95
I searched for a program. Now what? .................................................................................................................... 95
Follow on Roku ....................................................................................................................................................... 96
Recent Searches ...................................................................................................................................................... 96

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Roku Zones .............................................................................................................................................................. 97
Using the Roku Channel Store ...................................................................................................... 98
Automatic Account Link .......................................................................................................................................... 99
Customizing your TV .................................................................................................................. 100
Add TV inputs ........................................................................................................................................................ 100
Add streaming channels ....................................................................................................................................... 101
Rename inputs ...................................................................................................................................................... 101
Remove unwanted tiles ........................................................................................................................................ 102
Rearrange tiles ...................................................................................................................................................... 103
Change the look and feel with themes ................................................................................................................. 104
Edit live TV channel lineup .................................................................................................................................... 105
Change menu volume ........................................................................................................................................... 106
Configure power settings ...................................................................................................................................... 106
Power on settings ............................................................................................................................................. 106
Auto power savings .......................................................................................................................................... 107
Standby LED On/Off .......................................................................................................................................... 107
Fast TV start ...................................................................................................................................................... 107
Configure accessibility .......................................................................................................................................... 108
Captions mode .................................................................................................................................................. 108
Captions preferred language ............................................................................................................................ 108
Captions style ................................................................................................................................................... 109
Audio Guide settings ........................................................................................................................................ 110
Customize the Home screen ................................................................................................................................. 110
Parental controls ........................................................................................................................ 112
Creating a parental control PIN ............................................................................................................................ 112
Blocking broadcast TV programs .......................................................................................................................... 113
Enabling parental control of TV programs ........................................................................................................ 113
Blocking based on US TV ratings ....................................................................................................................... 114
Blocking based on US movie ratings ................................................................................................................. 115
Blocking based on Other ratings ....................................................................................................................... 115
Blocking based on Canadian English ratings ..................................................................................................... 116
Blocking based on Canadian French ratings ..................................................................................................... 117
Blocking unrated programs .............................................................................................................................. 118
What happens when a TV program is blocked? ................................................................................................... 119
Changing the parental control PIN ........................................................................................................................ 121
Resetting parental controls .................................................................................................................................. 121
More settings ............................................................................................................................. 122
Guest Mode .......................................................................................................................................................... 122
Network settings ................................................................................................................................................... 124
ZIP Code ................................................................................................................................................................ 125

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Time settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 125
Scan again for live TV channels ............................................................................................................................. 126
HDMI® mode (4K models only) ............................................................................................................................. 126
Control by mobile apps ......................................................................................................................................... 127
Roku TV premium audio ....................................................................................................................................... 128
Home theater configuration ................................................................................................................................. 128
Turning off the TV speakers for home theater use .......................................................................................... 128
Setting up a digital audio connection ............................................................................................................... 128
Choosing an audio format ................................................................................................................................ 129
Turning off the TV screen while listening to music ........................................................................................... 130
Controlling other devices through CEC ............................................................................................................. 131
Restart the TV ....................................................................................................................................................... 133
Reset the TV .......................................................................................................................................................... 133
Reset audio/video settings ............................................................................................................................... 133
Factory reset everything ................................................................................................................................... 133
What if I can’t access the Factory Reset option? .............................................................................................. 134
Network connection reset ................................................................................................................................ 135
Roku account PIN .................................................................................................................................................. 135
Update the TV ....................................................................................................................................................... 136
Checking for updates on a connected TV ......................................................................................................... 136
Getting updates on a non-connected TV .......................................................................................................... 137
Other devices ............................................................................................................................. 139
Mirror your phone or tablet ................................................................................................................................. 139
Roku mobile app ................................................................................................................................................... 140
Private Listening on the Roku mobile app ........................................................................................................ 140
Universal remotes ................................................................................................................................................. 141
FAQ ............................................................................................................................................. 142
Other information ...................................................................................................................... 143
Battery Caution and Disposal Information ........................................................................................................... 143
Electronics Recycling Information For Consumers ............................................................................................... 143
Care and Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................. 143
Television Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 144
Notices .................................................................................................................................................................. 144
TTE Technology, Inc. (“TTE”) Limited Warranty ............................................................................................... 144
Important information

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous main voltage and user accessible parts.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. This product should not be exposed to
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on or near the product.
WARNING: The TV is unstable if it is not properly attached to the base or mounted to the wall. Be sure to follow the base or wall mounting
instructions provided in the User’s Guide to ensure your safety.
WARNING: Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, and so forth.
Proper operating voltage
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
Cable TV installer notice of proper grounding
This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part
1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground should be connected to the grounding
system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Installation location
Important: This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a firm, flat surface. Don’t place the TV on soft carpeting or similar surface
because the ventilation slots on the bottom of the unit will be blocked, resulting in reduced lifetime from overheating. To assure adequate
ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and side of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver
and other surfaces.
Also, make sure the stand or base you use is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or
pulled off the stand. This could cause personal injury and/or damage to the TV. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on the following
pages.
Low power standby mode
The Power button (indicated by the power symbol) on this TV and its remote control puts the TV into a very low power standby mode but does
not completely turn the power off. To completely shut the power off, you must disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. The main
plug/appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device. Therefore, you should be sure that the TV is installed in a manner to enable the power
cord to be disconnected when necessary.
Note: In situations where the power plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
Accessible and operable.

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Product Registration
1. Please register your purchase on-line at www.TCL.com. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. Registration
is not required for warranty coverage.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers
in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. ____________________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________________
Purchase Date ________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone __________________________________
Important safety instructions
1. Read instructions. Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product.
2. Retain instructions. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
3. Heed warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
4. Follow instructions. Follow all operating and use instructions.
5. Water and moisture. Do not use this product near water.
6. Cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Ventilation. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Heat. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Grounding or polarization. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
10. Power cord protection. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where it exits from the product.
11. Accessories. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Stand/cart. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Power. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Servicing. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-2011
(Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See following example: