TCL E6000 Series User manual

Figures and illustrations in this User’s Guide are
provided for reference only and may dier from
actual product appearance. Product design and
specications may be changed without notice.
OPERATION MANUAL
For use with models: E5900 series/E6000 series
C1US series/C1CUS series/P10US series

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Safety Information
Precautions ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Product ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Power and Plug .............................................................................................................................. 3
Power Cord and Signal Cable ........................................................................................................ 3
Use Environment ............................................................................................................................ 3
Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Hanging the TV Set on the Wall ..................................................................................................... 3
Important Information ...................................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2: Connections and Setup
TV Controller ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Sockets .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Remote Control Functions .............................................................................................................. 6
Network Connection ......................................................................................................................... 8
Switching on ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Switching off ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Initial Set-up ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3: Homepage
Using Homepage-TV ......................................................................................................................... 11
Using Homepage-APPS .................................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4: Menu Operation
Using Quick Access Menu ............................................................................................................... 13
Picture Preset ................................................................................................................................. 13
Sound Preset .................................................................................................................................. 13
Picture Freeze ................................................................................................................................ 13
Sports mode ................................................................................................................................... 13
T-Link............................................................................................................................................... 13
Timeshift ......................................................................................................................................... 13
PVR ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Schedule list ................................................................................................................................... 14
WiFi TV link .................................................................................................................................... 14
Settings ........................................................................................................................................... 14
Using System Settings ..................................................................................................................... 14
Picture ............................................................................................................................................ 15
Sound ............................................................................................................................................. 15
Channel .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Network .......................................................................................................................................... 16
System ............................................................................................................................................ 19
Chapter 5: Advanced Functions
Using E-Manual(Help) ...................................................................................................................... 20
Using MHL Function(Mobile High-denition Link) ........................................................................ 20
Viewing photos, playing music and watching videos from a USB device .................................. 21
Chapter 6: Other Information
Problems and Solutions ................................................................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 23
Legal Statement ................................................................................................................................ 24
Licence .............................................................................................................................................. 24

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Chapter 1 Safety Information
Precautions
Read all of the instructions before operating the set.
Keep these instructions well for future use.
Product
• Do not block or cover the ventilation openings on
the back cover.
• Do not push objects of any kind into this unit through
the cabinet slots as they could touch current carrying
 partsorshort-circuitparts,resultinginre,electric
shock, or damage to the unit.
• Do not attempt to open the cabinet as this may
cause damage. There are no parts inside you can
 servicebyyourself.Referallservicingtoqualied
personnel.
• Donottouchthescreensurfacewithngersasthis
may scratch or mark the TV screen.
• Do not impact the TV screen with hard pressure as
this may damage the TV screen severely.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young
 childrenorinrmpersonswithoutsupervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
Power and Plug
•Unplug the set under the following conditions:
- If the set will not be used for a long period of time.
- If the power cord or the power outlet/plug is
damaged.
- Follow the instructions to install and adjust the
product. Adjust those controls that are covered
in these operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage.
If this happens, unplug the set and refer to the
service personnel.
- If the set is subject to impact or has been dropped
and the cabinet has been damaged
•Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is
used as disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
Power Cord and Signal Cable
• Donotallowanythingtorestonorrolloverthe
power cord and the signal cable.
• Protectthepowercordandthesignalcablefrom
being trampled.
• Donotoverloadthepowercordorthepoweroutlet.
• Donotexposethepowercordandthesignalcable
to moisture.
Use Environment
• Donotplacethesetonanunstablecart,stand,or
table.
• Placethesetonaplacethatallowsgoodventilation.
• Donotusethesetneardamp,andcoldareas.
Protect the set from overheating.
• Keepthesetawayfromdirectsunlight.
• Theapparatusshallnotbeexposedtodrippingor
splashingandnoobjectslledwithliquids,such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Do not use the set in dusty environments.
• Operating Temperature: 5℃to 35℃(41°F to 95°F)
Operating Humidity: 20% to 80%,non-condensing
Storage Temperature: -15℃to 45℃(5°F to 113°F)
Storage Humidity: 10% to 90%,non-condensing
Cleaning
•Dust the set by wiping the screen and the cabinet
with a soft, clean cloth or some special liquid
cleaner.
• Donotapplyexcessiveforcetothescreenwhen
cleaning.
• Do not use water or other chemical cleaners to
clean the screen as this may damage the surface of
the TV screen.
Hanging the TV Set on the Wall
Warning: This operation requires two people.
To ensure a safe installation, observe the following
safety notes:
•Check that the wall can support the weight of the TV
set and wall mount assembly.
• Follow the mounting instructions provided with the
wall mount.
• The TV set must be installed on a vertical wall.
• Make sure to use only screws suitable for the
material of the wall.
• Make sure that the TV set cables are placed so that
there is no danger of tripping over them.
All other safety instructions about our TV sets are also
applicable here. Wall Mount Bracket not included. (Note:
Certain TV models are not designed to be mounted to
the walls.)
Important Information
Ifatelevisionisnotpositionedinasufcientlystable
location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling.
Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided
by taking simple precautions such as:
• Using cabinets or stands recommended by the
manufacturer of the television.
• Only using furniture that can safely support the
television.
• Ensuring the television is not overhanging the edge
of the supporting furniture.
• Not placing the television on tall furniture (for
 example,cupboardsorbookcases)without
anchoring both the furniture and the television to a
suitable support.
• Not standing the television on cloth or other
materials placed between the television and
supporting furniture.
• Educating children about the dangers of climbing on
furniture to reach the television or its controls.
Note: Graphics contained within this publication
are for presentation only.

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Chapter 2 Connections and Setup
TV Controller
Type 1:
TV Controller is a multi directional button that helps navigate without remote control. For some models, there's only
one TV button--TV Controller.
Note: The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.
1.
Turns the TV on by pressing the Controller when the TV is in standby
mode.
In the menu system, press and release it within 2 seconds, it acts like
OKbuttonontheremotetoconrmyourselection.
When the power is on, press and hold the TV Controller more than 2
seconds and then release, the NAV menu will display on the screen;
The NAV menu is a shortcut to Homepage, Settings menu, Source,
Power and Return.
The NAV menu will disappear after several seconds without operation.
2.
Scans up/down through the channel list. In the menu system, they act
like the UP/DOWN direction buttons on the remote and adjust menu
controls.
3.
Adjusts the volume by moving the Controller left and right. In the menu
system, they act like the RIGHT/LEFT direction buttons on the remote
and adjust menu controls. TV Controller
NAV menu on TV Screen
Type 2:
1. PR-/+ (PROGRAMME DOWN/UP) buttons
Scans down/up through the channel list. In the menu system, PROGRAMME DOWN acts like the down direction
button on the remote and adjusts menu; PROGRAMME UP acts like the up direction buttons on the remote and
adjust menu controls.
2. VOL-/+ (VOLUME DOWN/UP) buttons
Decreases/increases the volume. In the menu system, they act like the left/right direction buttons on the remote
and adjust menu controls.
3. Home ( ) button
DisplaysorexitstheHomepage.
4. OK button
Conrmsyourselectionorentersthenextscreen.
5. POWER ( ) button
Switches the TV on or to standby. (Note:For some models, the POWER button turns the TV on or off.)
Note:
The location and names of the function buttons and power button on the TV may vary according to TV model.

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Connections and Setup
VIDEO
R
L
AV OUT
AUDIO
AV OUT adapter
or
ANTENNA IN
LAN
HEADPHONE
or
SPDIF or
Sockets
Note: The location and names of the sockets on the TV may vary according to TV model, and not all sockets are available on all models.
USB 3.0 or
USB 2.0 or
USB 2.0/SERVICE
HDMI 1(MHL) or
HDMI 2 or
HDMI 3 or
HDMI 4(ARC)
Y
PB
PR
COMPONENT
IN
CMP IN(YP B P R )
adapter
or
R
L
COMPONENT
AUDIO IN
CMP AUDIO IN
adapter
or
USB 3.0 or USB2.0 or USB 2.0/SERVICE socket (input)
These sockets can be used to connect a USB device.
Note: The number of USB sockets on the TV may vary according to TV model.
HDMI1(MHL) or HDMI2 or HDMI3 or HDMI4(ARC) socket (input)
TheHDMI(High-DenitionMultimediaInterface)socketcanbeusedtoconnectaBlu-
ray player, PC with a compatible video card installed, certain DVD players or a high-
denitioncompatibledigitalsatellitedecoder.Thissocketprovidesanuncompressed
digital connection that carries both video and audio data by way of an integrated mini-
plug cable.
Note: Only HDMI sockets with the MHL identication will support the MHL function,
MHL stands for Mobile High-denition Link, and allows you to link an MHL capable
mobile device to the television.
CMP IN (YPBPR)adapter socket (input)
The CMP adapter socket can be used to connect the attached CMP adapter cable with
YPbPr component sockets. These YPbPr sockets can be used to connect a device
that has component video sockets, such as a DVD player. The component sockets
can recognize if the device you're connecting to is Y Pb Pr compatible. The component
socketsprovideexcellentpicturequalitybecausethevideoisseparatedintothree
independent parts.
CMP AUDIO IN adapter sockets (input)
The CMP AUDIO IN adapter socket can be used to connect the attached AUDIO in
adapter cable with audio L & R sockets, and be used to obtain sound. These AUDIO IN
L & R sockets can be used to connect a range of equipment, including video recorders,
camcorders, satellite receivers, DVD players, or games consoles.
AV IN adapter socket
The AV IN adapter socket can be used to connect the attached AV adapter cable
with VIDEO and AUDIO L & R IN sockets. The AV IN sockets can be used to connect
a range of equipment, including video recorders, camcorders, decoders, satellite
receivers, DVD players, or games consoles. The VIDEO IN socket provides composite
video connection.
AV OUT adapter (output) socket
The AV OUT adapter socket can be used to connect the attached AV adapter cable
with VIDEO and AUDIO L & R OUT sockets. These AV out sockets can be used to
connect a VCR to record programmes. You must leave the TV on the same channel
you are recording. The VIDEO OUT socket provides composite video connection.
ANTENNA IN socket (input)
This socket can be used to connect the outside aerial or cable network.
LAN
RJ45plugforconnectingtoexternalmodemornetworkaccessequipment.
Headphone socket (output)
This socket can be used to connect headphones or stereo earphones.
Warning: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
SPDIF socket (output)
The SPDIF socket can be used to connect a compatible digital audio receiver.
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
AV IN
R
or
AV IN adapter

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Remote Control Functions
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congureallthegeneralsettings.
Note: Figures and illustrations in this operation manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual
product appearance.
Connections and Setup
LANG
SOURCE
TV
EXIT
ZOOM-
PRE-CH
ZOOM+
FAV
TEXT
SLEEP
LIST
GUIDE
ECO
SUBTITLE
Standby / quit standby.
NETFLIX To access the NETFLIX application. (Not available for some
models.)
TV To access TV mode.
0-9 To enter channel numbers; to enter a letter, a digit or a symbol in
some functions.
ECO To select a desired energy saving mode.
SOURCE To select connected devices.
V+/- To control the volume.
To switch the sound off and back on.
To display programme information, if available.
P+/- To change channels.
To display the Settings menu.
To access the Smart TV portal.
GUIDE To toggle the Electronic Programme Guide on or off (only
available for digital channels).
To access the Option menu.
▲/▼ To navigate through the menus; to select menu options.
◄/► To navigate through the menus; to select menu options and
change values.
OK Toconrmanentryorselection.
To return to the previous menu.
EXIT Toexitthemenu,homepageorTeletext,etc.
ZOOM-/+ To select the screen mode.
LIST To display the channel list.
SLEEP To select the sleep timer options.
PRE-CH To return to the previous channel in TV mode.
FAV To bring up your favourite channel list.
Recording button. (only available for some models and digital
channels.)
Colour buttons ToselecttasksorTeletextpages;tobeusedforHbbTVfunction.
LANG To select a sound type available for selected analogue TV
programme; to select an audio language available for selected
digital TV programme.
SUBTITLE To select a subtitle language available for selected digital TV
programme.
TEXT TotoggleTeletextonoroff.
To select the previous picture, music or video.
To stop playback.
To start playback.
Toselectthenextpicture,musicorvideo.
To start fast reverse.
To pause playback.
To start fast forward.
Note: The remote control type may be changed without notice.

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Connections and Setup
Brings up / exit the on-screen remote control buttons.
To navigate through the menus; to select menu options.
Standby / quit standby.
To switch the sound off and back on.
To control the volume.
/
To access the homepage.
To select connected devices.
OK To comfirm an entry or selection.
YouTube To access the YouTube App.
To access a storage device.
To return to the previous menu.
NETFLIX To access the NETFLIX application. (Not available for some
models.)
/To change channels.
/To navigate through the menus; to select menu options.
/To navigate through the menus; to select menu options and
change values.
To display the function menu to perform certain operations; to
display the Teletext page in different modes.
Media Center
Note: This remote control is available only for selected models.
The remote control type may be changed without notice.

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Connecting to a wireless network
To connect to a wireless network
1. Ensure you have:
• A router broadcasting a high-speed wireless signal
• A high-speed internet connection
•AwirelessUSBAdapter(notneededifyourTVhasa
built-in wireless Adapter).
2. Remember to connect your wireless USB Adapter to
your TV's USB port.
3. Use the Network SettingstoconguretheTV.
Note:
For models with a built-in wireless adaptor, the USB
wireless adaptor is not required. Not all wireless adaptors
are compatible with this TV.
Wireless Router
Modem
TV Set
Wireless
USB Adapter
Wireless Router
Modem
USB
port on the
back panel
TV Set
Network Connection
Your TV will require an internet connection to operate all functions. Data usage charges may apply.
Please refer to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for additional information.
To access the internet, you must subscribe to high speed broadband internet service from your internet service
provider.
Your TV can be connected to your home network in two ways:
•Wired,usingtheRJ45(LAN)connectoronthebackpanel.
•Wireless,usingtheinternalwirelessorexternalwirelessUSBadapterandyourhomewirelessnetwork.
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 conguration. If you have any questions about
your home network, please refer to your ISP(Internet Service Provider).
Connecting to a wired network
To connect to a wired network:
1. Ensure you have:
 •AnethernetcablelongenoughtoreachyourTV
 •ArouterormodemwithanavailableEthernetport
 •Ahigh-speedinternetconnection
 •AnEthernet (LAN) port on the back of the TV
2. Connect your ethernet cable to the router and to the
Ethernet port on the back of the TV.
3. Use the Network SettingstoconguretheTV.
ModemInternet
TV Set
Router
Ethernet
Port on the
back panel
or
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3. Connect the outside aerial or cable network to the ANTENNA IN socket at the
back of the TV set.
The aerial socket (75 OHM - VHF / UHF / cable) can be used for connecting
anexternalaerialorotherequipmentttedwithamodulator(videorecorder,
satellite receiver, etc.). We recommend that you do not connect other
equipment (video recorder, satellite receiver, etc.) to your TV set to begin
with, so as not to complicate the set-up procedure with the additional steps
 involved.Connectthemwhenyouhavenishedsettingupthechannels.
4. When powered on, the TV will be turned on directly or be in standby mode.
If the TV set is in standby mode, press the standby button on the remote
control or on the TV set to turn on the TV.
Note: The location and name of the power button on the TV may vary
according to TV model.
Connections and Setup
Switching off
To put the TV set into standby mode, press on the remote control or on the TV, the TV set remains powered up,
but with low energy consumption.
To switch off the TV set, disconnect the mains plug from the mains outlet.
Switching on
Follow the instructions on this page on how to switch on your TV set and the remote control before going on to follow-
ing pages describing how to use the channel set-up procedure.
1. Insert two AAA batteries in the remote control.
Precautions on using batteries:
-Onlyusethebatterytypesspecied.
- Make sure you use the correct polarity.
-Donotmixnewandusedbatteries.
- Do not use rechargeable batteries.
-Donotexposebatteriestoexcessiveheatsuchassunshine,reorsimilar,throwtheminare,rechargethem 
ortrytoopenthem,asthiscouldcausethemtoleakorexplode.
- Remove the batteries from the remote control if you are not using it for a long period of time.
2.Connectthepowercabletoamainssocket.(Ifthepowercableisnotconnectedtothetelevision,pleaserst
connect the power cable to the television.) Your TV set should only be connected to an AC supply. It must not be
connected to a DC supply. If the plug is detached from the cable, do not, under any circumstances, connect it to a
mains socket, as there is a risk of electric shock.
Note: The gures are for representation only. The location of the power socket at the back of the television might
differ depending on the model.

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Connections and Setup
Initial Setup
Perform the following steps before you press on the
remote control.
• Insert the batteries into the remote control.
• Connect the antenna cable to the TV.
• Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet.
• Connect your TV to a network.
Make sure that the television is switched on and follow
allthestepsinturnspeciedhereafter.
Thersttimeyouswitchtheseton,theInitialsetup
wizard opens, which guides you through the initial setup
process.Press OK to start your initial setup.
Step 1: Environment
1. Press ▲/▼to select your language, then press
OK/► toenterthenextstep.
2. Press ▲/▼ to select your country, then press OK/►
toenterthenextstep.
3. Press ▲/▼to select your location, then press OK/►
toenterthenextstep.
Step 2: Network Setup
1. Press ▲/▼to select your network connection type
(Wired or Wireless), then press OK/► to enter the
nextstep.
2. Follow the guides on the screen and press the
corresponding buttons on the remote control to
proceed.
Note: You can also skip this step and step 3 by selecting
“I do not have a network connection”, and
connect to the Internet later. For details please
refer to section Network Connection.
Step 3: Software Update
1. If the set has connected to the network successfully,
itwillsearchforupgradelesautomatically.
2. Follow the guides on the screen and press the
corresponding buttons on the remote control to
proceed.
Step 4: Channel Installation
1. Press ▲/▼to select Continue to install channels.
2. Follow the guides on the screen and press the
corresponding buttons on the remote control to
proceed.
Note: To prevent the channel installation process
from being interrupted, wait for the message
indicating that the installation is complete. You
can also skip this step by selecting “I don’t want
to install channels”.In this case, to search and
store your channels you may do an automatic
channel search by following the instructions
in the next section Performing an automatic
channel search.
Step 5: Clock
If the set was not connected to the network, you can
use the numeric buttons to enter the date and time, then
select the OK button and press OKtoconrm.
When the initial setup is completed, the Congratulations
message appears. Press OKtoconrm.
Performing an automatic channel search
This section describes how to search and store channels
automatically. This may be done in any of the cases
below:
- you have selected “I don't want to install channels" in
the initial setup;
- you see “No program info now, please search
channels rst!” in TV mode;
- you want to update your channels.
1. In TV mode, press or on the remote control
and select Settings > Channel > Channel scan.
Press OK/►to enter.
2. The TV installs and arranges channels according
to your country. Press ▲/▼to select Country, and
press OK/►to enter. Enter the default password
1234 or your own password in case you have
changed the password in the System > Lock menu.
Press ▲/▼to select your country and press OK/►
toconrm.
3. Press ▲/▼to select Tuner mode, then press OK/►
to enter.
• Press ▲/▼to select Automatic search, then
press OK/►to enter.
• Press ▲/▼to select Channel type (Digital &
Analogue, Digital or Analogue), then press OK
to start the automatic search for all DVB-T digital
and/or analogue channels.
4. The channel search may take a few minutes. During
the process, you can press OK to stop the search
halfway.
5. After the automatic search, channels are arranged in
a preset order. If you wish to skip channels, modify
the preset order, rename or delete channels, press
or on the remote control, select Settings >
Channel > Organiser and press OK/► to enter.

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Chapter 3 HomePage
Note: Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product
appearance. And for some models, certain options are not available.
Press on the remote control to display HomePage. Press ▲/▼/◄/► to select icons from the screen list. Press
OKtoentereachoption.Toexitthemenu,press or EXIT.
Homepage contains 2 parts: TV and APPS. Use ◄/►to switch among them.
WARNING:
•CongurethenetworksettingsbeforeusingSmartTV,Guideandapps.
•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contents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.
Using Homepage- TV
Note: Some options may not be available for certain signal sources. some options may appear in the next page, you
can press ◄/► to switch.
ThissectionexploresthemenusofyourTV.
Press on the remote control to display HomePage. Press ▲/▼/◄/►to enter TV page and select icons from the
screen list. Press OKtoentereachoption.Toexitthemenu,press or EXIT.
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TV window
Recommendation
TV/ APPS:
Use ◄/► to focus
on each item.
TV window
Displays the current selected TV broadcast programme.
Recommendation
There is information of current broadcasting programmes from nine digital channels shown on the right. Pressing
OK would directly go to the corresponding channel. These nine digital channels depend on how you set favourite
channels. We recommend that you include 9 digital channels in your favourite channel list so that they can be shown
here for your convenience.
When TV is not connected to network, there is no information of current broadcasting programme on the right but
only the defaut pictures are displayed. Select a picture and press OK, then [ Full functions are available only
after network connection.] will pop up. When you highlight [Connect] and press OK, it goes to the network setup
interface directly.
Source
Select the input source from devices connected to TV through different ports. includig TV, AV, CMP, HDMI1, HDMI2,
HDMI3 and HDMI4. Press ▲/▼to select your desired source, and then press OK to confrim.
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Settings
You can do the settings including Picture, Sound, Channel, Network and System. For details, please refer to
introduction of Using System Settings in the Menu Operation chapter.
Media
A wonderful multimedia player. It allows you to enjoy the videos, pictures and music in the storage device (SD card or
U-disk,accordingtocongurationofthemodel.).
EPG
Electronic Programme Guide is an on-screen guide that displays scheduled TV programmes. You can navigate,
select, view and record programmes.
Note: When Settings > Network > GuideON is set On, it runs IP EPG when the network is connected, and runs
DTV EPG if the network is not connected. When Settings > Network > GuideON is set Off, it runs DTV EPG no
matter the network is connected or not.
General operations & instructions:
1. Select EPG icon on Homepage-TV interface, and press OK to enter, or press GUIDE on the remote control
directly to enter, the Program Guidemenuwillappear,whichallowsyoutogetinformationaboutthecurrentornext
programme playing on each channel.
2. Navigate through the different items using the navigation buttons on the remote control and operate according to
the on-screen instructions.
3. Press toexittheGuideandswitchtotheselectedchannel/programme.
Using Homepage- APPS
To access the menu system:
1. Press to display the homepage.
2. Press ◄/►to move to APPS interface. Press ▲/▼/◄/► to select the desired item, then press OK to open it or
enter the corresponding submenu.
Note: The pre-installed apps or items can not be deleted. And the apps (regardless of order) listed in the below gure
may differ from actual product. For some models, certain apps are not available.
3. Press EXIT to return to the homepage.
The Pre-installed
apps
TV/APPS:
Use ◄/►to focus on
each item.
TCL APP Store
The Pre-installed
apps
Status:
Notication/NetworkStatus/Time
TCL APP Store: After entering the APP store, you will see the recommendations. Press ▲/▼/◄/►to select, press
OK to enter.
The Pre-installed apps: These are recommended Apps. Highlight an app and press OK to open it.
Note: The pre-installed apps or items can not be deleted. You may need a webcam to use some of the Apps. The
webcam is an optional accessory, and is available by purchase separately. Only use the specied webcam. Some
external devices like webcam, smartphone, joystick and external wireless adapter may not be supported.
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will be on at the same time.
Auto standby: Use ◄/►to toggle between On and
Off. When Auto Standby on is set to On, TV and
device will be in standby mode at the same time.
Guide menu: Press OK/►toenter.Youwillndan
on-screen guide map of the remote control about the
shortcuttooperatetheplayback,forexample,Numeric
button 2 works as PAUSE.
*Note: The CEC functions depend on the devices
connected and it is possible that some devices may
not interoperate correctly when connected to this
TV. The user manual or the manufacturer of the
problematic devices should be consulted for further
information.
Timeshift
Note: This Option is only available when Time Shift is
set to On: Select Settings> Channel> Timeshift, press
OK/►to enter and use ▲/▼ to set Time Shift to On or
Off.
Allows you to pause, fast forward and rewind live TV,
soyoudon’thavetomissanypartofyourfavourite
programmes. Before you use the function, connect a
USBdrivetotheTVrst.Forthersttime,youshould
complete the disk setup for the USB drive.
1. Press on the remote control and select Timeshift,
then press OK toconrm.
2. Follow the directions on the screen to do the setup.
3. After the disk setup is done, press and select
Timeshift.
4. Press OK to display the time shift menu and operate
according to the on-screen prompt.
5. Pressing Stopbuttonstopsthetimeshiftandexits.
- When the time shift menu disappears and only the
timing of the time shift remains on the screen, you can
press OK to call out the time shift menu.
Notes:
- Before you plug the USB drive to TV, make sure
you have backed up the data on the drive to avoid
unforeseen malfunction and data loss.
- We recommend that you use a USB drive with at
least 1GB free space and a disk speed faster than
5.0MB/sec.
- The bigger the USB drive free space for time shift,
the bigger the recording length.
Quick Access of Timeshift:
Insert a USB disk, press PLAY(►) on the remote control,
it will access Time Shift automatically.
PVR (Personal Video Recorder)
Allows you to record your favourite TV programmes.
Before you use the function, connect a USB drive to the
TVrst.
Note: The feature is available only in selected products
and, due to specic TV network limitations and country
technical requirements, might not be available in
product or place of installation. Feature might also be
blocked by TV network due to copyright protection (HD
Using Quick Access Menu
Note: Some of the functions might be unavailable in
certain sources. And for some models, certain options
are not available.
ThissectionexploresthemenusandsettingsofyourTV.
Each menu is outlined and detailed to help you get the
most from your TV. To access the menu system:
1. In TV mode, press on the remote control to
display the quick access list.
2. Press ▲/▼to select the desired item, then press
OK/►to open the corresponding submenu.
3. In submenus, use ▲/▼to select menu options, Use
OK/►to open the corresponding submenu. use ◄/►
to make the adjustments.
4. Press to return to the previous menu or press
/EXIT to close the menu.
The quick access list includes below items, they are
Picture preset,Sound preset, Picture freeze, Sports
mode, T-Link, TimeShift, PVR, Schedule list,WIFI TV
link and Settings.
Picture preset
Press OK/►to display its submenus:
Use ◄/►to scroll through the picture preset settings:
Standard, Dynamic, Stadium, Movie, Digital Cinema
and Personal. And then press OKtoconrmthe
selection.
Note: for some models, certain options are not avail-
able.
Sound preset
Press OK/►to display its submenus:
Use ◄/►to scroll through the sound preset settings:
Music, Movie, Stadium, Standard, Personal and
Normal. And then press OKtoconrmtheselection.
Picture freeze
Press OK/►to display its submenus, and use ◄/►to
toggle between On and Off. When On is selected, the
display screen will be frozen.
Sports mode
Press OK/►to display its submenus, and use ◄/►
to toggle between On and Off. When On is selected,
the Picture preset and Sound preset will be showed
Stadium.
T-Link
Use this function to search for CEC devices connected
to the HDMI sockets in your TV.
Enable or disable T-Link
Press OK/►to display its submenus, and use ◄/►to
select On or Off to enable or disable T-Link.
*Note: Below T-Link setting options and Guide menu
options will be available only when T-Link is set to On.
Auto power on: Use ◄/► to toggle between On and
Off. When Auto Power on is set to On, TV and device
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- Select Reminder to be reminded that you can
switch to the scheduled programme when the
time you have set comes.
- Select Record (if available) if you want to start
your scheduled recording when the time you
have set comes. When time is out and you
donotexecuteanyoperation,scheduled
recording will start automatically.
• Repeat type: use ◄/►to select different
repeat mode for the schedule.
• Press ▲/▼to select Add schedule, and
press OK to conrm.
• Press EXIT to close the menu.
WiFi TV link
(*not available for some models)
WiFi TV link allows you to share screen and sound
of your device such as a smartphone or a tablet to
your TV, wirelessly (i.e. without cables). This makes
it possible to view on your TV, at the same time, what
yoursmartphoneortabletisshowing.Forexample,you
can launch a video on your smartphone and display it
simultaneously on your TV, or use your tablet as game
controller with content displayed on the big screen of
your TV.
WheneveryouwanttouseWiFiTVlink,youmustrst
activate this function in your TV. To do it follow the steps
below:
1. Press OK/► to enter. You will see details for this
function.
2. Find the WiFi TV link function in your device. Different
devices may have different names for this function.
3. Then click the “connection” function on the device.
If connected successfully, you will see on your TV
screen what the device is showing.
Note: TCL does not guarantee that the use of the
WiFi TV link function will be smooth or error-
free since not all devices are compatible with
the WiFi TV link function.
Settings
TheSettingsmenuallowsyoutoconguretheTV
with your preferences. For details, please refer to the
following Using System Settings part.
Using System Settings
TheSettingsmenuallowsyoutoconguretheTVwith
your preferences.
1. press on the remote control to display the
homepage.
2. Press ▲/▼/◄/►to select Settings and press OK
to enter the main menu. The list includes below items,
they are Picture,Sound,Channel, Network and
System.
Note: You can also press on the remote control,
select Settings (if available) and press OK/►
content, recording protection). Please use on the
remote control to check if the feature is available in your
product.
1. Press on the remote control and select PVR.
2. Press OK/►to enter. It starts to record automatically.
3. Press on the remote control and use ▲/▼/◄/►to
adjust the recording duration.
4. Press OK to stop recording manually, the recorded
lewillbesaved.Innormaloperation,therecordingwill
stopautomaticallywhentherecordingdurationexpires.
5. In recording, the PVR mini pane will also show on the
screen to indicate the recording progress.
6.Towatchtherecordedprogramme,exitPVRmode
rstandgo to > Media. Select the folder PVR, then
selecttherelatedrecordle.PressOK to play. (It is the
same if you record a digital radio programme).
Notes:
- This feature is available only for digital non encrypted
channels. Even when CICAM (CI or CI+) is inserted, this
feature is not available on encrypted channels.
- Before you connect the USB drive to the TV, make
sure you have backed up the data in the drive to avoid
the loss of your important data due to unforeseen
malfunction.
- The bigger the USB drive free memory for the PVR
function, the bigger the recording length.
- If you want to change channel or signal source during
recording, store the recording data before changing the
channel or source.
- The TV cannot play les normally if the parameters
of the le exceed the limitations of the system, the le
format is not supported, the le is damaged, or the le
cannot be decoded.
- Do not disconnect the USB drive when the system is
reading a le or transmitting data, otherwise the system
or the drive may be damaged.
Schedule list
This function is used to perform scheduled recording.
1. Press on the remote control and select Schedule
list.
2. Press OK/►to display the schedule list.
Press the red button to add a schedule.
Press the green buttton to delete a selected schedule
Press OK to edit a selected schedule.
-Add schedule: Press the red button to add a
schedule into your schedule list.
• Channel number: use ◄/►to select the desired
channel.
• Start date: use the numeric buttons to set the
start date.
• Start time: use the numeric buttons to set the
start time.
• End time: use the numeric buttons to set the end
time.
• Schedule type: use ◄/►to select the available
schedule type.
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Menu Operation
power saving mode, Off, Low, High.
Mix dimming: Press ◄/►to select On or Off.
Note: For some models, this option is not available.
Advanced settings: Press OK/►to display its
submenu. Use ▲/▼ to select the items, such as Noise
reduction, to adjust for obtaining a clearer picture.
Note: The options offered depend on the programme
you are watching.
Apply Picture Mode: Use ◄/► to select Current
Source or All source.
Picture reset: Select to reset the picture settings to the
factory default.
Sound
Select Settings > Sound, Press OK/►to enter and use
▲/▼ to choose an option.
Note: Some options may not be available for certain
signal sources.
Sound preset: Press OK/►to display the option list.
Use ▲/▼to select a sound type.
Digital Audio Output Type: Press OK/►to display the
option list.Select a proper sound type from the list for
digital programmes.
- If the current programme outputs sound in Auto
format, then either PCM or Auto can be selected.
- If the current programme does not output sound
in Auto format, only PCM can be selected.
Otherwise no sound will be output.
Note: The options you may choose depend on the
programme you are watching. If you select PCM and
the sound output is ahead of the picture, you can
select SPDIF delay from the Sound menu and press
◄/► to adjust the delay time to synchronize the sound
with the picture.
SPDIF delay: If the sound output does not match
the picture, press ◄/►to adjust the delay time to
synchronize the sound with the picture
Audio delay: press ◄/►to adjust the synchronization
between audio and image.
TV placement: Use ▲/▼to balance the sound between
Desk top and Wall mount.
Dolby professional setting: Press OK/►to display the
option list. Use ▲/▼to select a list.
Advanced settings: Press OK/► to display its submenu.
Use ▲/▼ to select the items, such as Balance, to obtain a
better sound.
Note: The options offered depend on the programme
you are watching.
Channel
Select Settings > Channel, Press OK/►to enter and
use ▲/▼ to choose an option..
Channel scan: Press OK/►to display channel scan
options.
Country: Press ▲/▼to select your country.
to enter the main menu. Some options may not
be available for certain signal sources.
Picture
The menus for adjusting the picture are used to obtain
the best picture settings according to your preference,
the type of programme you are watching and the
ambient lighting.
Select Settings > Picture, Press OK/►to enter and
use ▲/▼ to choose an option.
Note: Some options may not be available for certain
models. Some options may appear in the next page of
the Picture menu, you can press ▲/▼to switch.
Picture preset: Use ◄/► to scroll through the
picture preset settings: Standard, Dynamic,
Stadium, Movie, Digital Cinema and Personal.
Note: for some models, certain options are not avail-
able.
Backlight: Adjusts the backlight levels.
Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the picture.
Contrast: adjusts the difference between light and dark
areas of the picture.
Saturation: Adjusts the richness of colour.
Tint: Adjusts the balance between the red and green
levels.
Sharpness: Adjusts the crispness of the edges in the
picture.
Colour temperature: Adjusts the colour temperature
of the picture. Use ◄/►to scroll through the colour
settings: Cool,Normal, Warm,Warm2 and Custom.
Auto format: Use ◄/►to select On and Off, when On
is selected, the TV will display the picture according to
HD Signal's format.
Note: Auto format is available only in TV and HDMI
mode.
Screen mode: Use ◄/►to select the picture size.
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.
Overscan: Set Overscan function to On or Off.
ECO settings: Press OK/►to display its submenu.
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Note: You must enter your personal code before
entering the Country menu.The factory default code
is 1234. And the super password is 0423. If you forget
your code, enter it to override any existing codes.
Tuner Mode: Antenna
Automatic search: Select Digital & Analogue (or
Digital or Analogue), then press OK/►to start the
automatic search process. The search may take a few
minutes. During the process, you can press OK to
abort halfway.
Automatic update: This allows you to update all
available channels without altering the sorting of
existingchannels.PressOK to start to update the
channels. During the process, you can press OK to
abort halfway, or press to return.
Analogue manual scan: Press OK to enter. Press
▲/▼/◄/►and number or OKtosearch,netuneor
store the channel.
Antenna manual installation: Allows you to start
manual searching the available channels from the
current frequency or any frequency you input.(Only
for digital channels). Press OK to start search from
the current frequency, or use digit keys to input a
frequency, then press OK to start search. During
the process, you can press OK to abort halfway and
press OK to restart, or press to return.
Clean channel list: Allows you to remove all the
searched channels from the channel list.
Channel list: Press OK/►to display channel list.
EPG: It is an on-screen guide that dispalys scheduled
TV programs. You can navigate, select and view
programs.
Note: EPG is only available for digital channels.
Organiser: You can skip channels, sort channels,edit
channels, or delete channels, Press OK/►to enter.
Channel skip: If a channel is stored twice or its
reception is poor, you can simply skip it. The skipped
channels will no longer be selected. Press OK/►to
display Channel skip menu. Press ▲/▼to select a
channel and press OKtocheckthebox.
Channel sort:Press OK/►to enter. Press ▲/▼to
select Channel swap or Channel insert, then press
OK to enter.
Channel edit: Press OK/►to display Channel list.
Press ▲/▼to select a channel you want to edit, then
press OK to enter. Press ▲/▼to select Channel
name, then press OK to access the virtual keyboard
andeditthechannelname,nallyhighlightOKand
press OKtoconrm.Whenyouhavenished,press
to return.
Channel delete: Press OK/►to display Channel list.
Press ▲/▼to select a channel you want to delete,
then press OK to delete the channel.
Channel diagnostics (on digital TV channels)
1. Select Settings >Channel > Channel diagnostics.
2. Press OK/►to display some signal information
on current digital channel, such as signal strength,
Frequency, etc..
Timeshift: Set Timeshift to On or Off. Default setting is
On. For details, please see the introducton of Timeshift
on page 13.
Subtitle: This enables subtitle for digital TV channels.
Select Subtitle, press OK/►to display its submenus:
Subtitle: Press OK/►to enter, press ▲/▼to turn On
or Off the subtitles.
Subtitle type: Press OK/►to enter, press ▲/▼
to select a subtitle type. You can select Hearing
Impaired to display the hearing impaired subtitle with
your selected language.
Teletext: Press OK/►to display its submenu.
Decoding page language: Select a proper type of
languageinwhichTeletextwilldisplay.
Digital teletext language: For digital TV channels,
your TV could zap to a service with multiple initial
Teletextpagesindifferentlanguages.Thisfunction
allows you to select an available language as primary
languagewhichrelatestodifferentinitialTeletextpage.
Network
You can set up your TV so that it can access the Internet
through your local area network (LAN) using a wired or
wireless connection.
connecting to a wired network:
you can attach your TV to your LAN using cable in three
ways:
•YoucanattachyourTVtoyourLANbyconnectingthe
LANportonyourTVtoanexternalmodemusinga
Cat 5 cable.
• You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the
LAN port on your TV to a IP Sharer which is connected
toanexternalmodem.UseCat5cableforthe
connection.
•Dependingonhowyournetworkiscongured,youmay
be able to attach your TV to your LAN by connecting
the LAN port on your TV directly to a network wall outlet
using a Cat 5 cable. Note that the wall outlet is attached
to a modem or router elsewhere in your house.
1. Press or on the remote control, select
Settings > Network > Internet connection and
press OK/► to enter.
2. Press ▲/▼to select On and press OKtoconrm.
3. Press ▲/▼to select Interface and press OK/► to
enter.
4. Press ▲/▼to select Ethernet and press OK to
conrm.
5. Press ▲/▼to select IP settings and press OK/► to
enter. You can set Address type to Auto or Manual.
- Select Auto if you want the TV to acquire and enter
the needed IP address automatically.
- Select Manual if you want to enter your IP address
manually, then:
• Press ▼togototherstentryeld.
• Enter the IP address, Subnet Mask, Default
Gateway, Primary DNS and Secondary
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DNS values. Use the numeric buttons to enter
numbers and the ▲/▼/◄/►buttons to move
fromoneentryeldtoanother.
- Once IP setting is completed, press ▲/▼/◄/►to
select OK and press OKtoconrm.Thesetwilltry
to connect to the network and inform you about the
result. Press to return to the Network menu.
6. If you want to check the information on current
connection, such as Interface, Address type, IP
address, etc., press ▲/▼to select Information
and press OK/►to enter. Press to return to the
Network menu.
7. If you want to check the Internet connectivity, press
▲/▼to select Connection test and press OK/►.
Connecting to a wireless network
Your TV is equipped to be connected to your home
network wirelessly. To do that you need a wireless
router or modem.
1. Press or on the remote control, select
Settings > Network > Internet connection and
press OK/► to enter.
2. Press ▲/▼to select On and press OKtoconrm.
3. Press ▲/▼to select Interface and press OK/► to
enter.
4. Press ▲/▼to select Wireless and press OK to
conrm.
5. Press ▲/▼to select Wireless settings and press
OK/► to enter. You can set the wireless network
connection in 3 ways:
-a) Scan
• Press ▲/▼to select Scan and press OK/►to
enter. The TV will search all access points within
range. Access points found by the TV will be
displayed.
• Press ▲/▼to select an available access point,
then press OK/►to connect.
• Press to return to the Wireless settings
menu.
Note: If you select a protected access point, you will
have to enter the corresponding password.
Press OK on the remote control to display the
virtual keyboard to enable you to enter the
password.
- b) Manual
Press ▲/▼to select Manual and press OK/►to
enter. You will be prompted to enter the correct
SSID of an available wireless router to set up the
connection. Press to return to the Wireless
settings menu.
- c) Auto
If your AP (Access Point) supports WPS (Wi-
Fi Protected Setup), you can connect to the
networkviaPIN(PersonalIdenticationNumber)
orPBC(PushButtonConguration).WPSwill
automaticallyconguretheSSIDandWPAkeyin
either mode.
Press ▲/▼to select Auto and press OK/►to
enter.
• PIN: Select PIN and press OK/►to enter.
Choose a random PIN code. Make sure this code
is installed on the AP. (For the procedures, refer
to your router manual.) Select OK and press OK
to set up the connection.
• PBC: If your router has a PBC push button, select
PBC and press OK/►to enter. Press the PBC
push button on your router within 2 minutes before
you select OK and press OK again. Your TV
will automatically acquire all the network setting
values it needs and connect to your network.
• Press to return to the Wireless settings menu.
- Press to return to the Network menu.
6. If you want to check the information on current
connection, such as Interface, Address type, IP
address, etc., press ▲/▼to select Information
and press OK/► to enter. Press to return to the
Network menu.
7. If you want to check the Internet connectivity, press
▲/▼to select Connection test and press OK/►.
DLNA (Share & See)
Note: This manual covers products with either Share
& See or DLNA function. Share & See is
DLNA-compatible.
Connecting to your PC
Make sure to set up a wired or wireless connection from
yourTVtoarouterrst.ThenconnectyourPCtoyour
router either through a network cable or wirelessly. Also
make sure to select Network > Internet connection and
select On,andthatyourcomputerrewallwon’tblock
the connection.
Enabling DLNA function
Press or on the remote control, select Settings >
Network > DLNA and press OK/►to enter. Press ▲/▼
to select On and press OK toconrm. Follow the steps
inturnspeciedhereafter,thenyoucanenjoyrecorded
videos, images and music saved on your PC.
Adding media from your PC for sharing
Install a DLNA media server on your PC. The simple
and familiar server you may install is Microsoft Windows
Media Player 11 and above. Follow the instructions
belowtoallowyourTVtoaccessthedesignatedleson
your PC.
1. Open the Microsoft Windows Media Player 11.
2. Select Library > Media sharing.
3. CheckthecheckboxShare my media to.
4. Select the icon of the TV set connected to your PC.
5. Select Allow to allow the TV set to access your PC,
and select OK to enable the access.
Note: Use the Settings button to customize your
desired settings.
6. Select Library > Add to Library.
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7. Select your personal folders or folders of other users
that you can access for sharing.
8. Select Add and press OK to enable the addition.
DLNA application
Select Media from the homepage and press OK to enter.
Then you can view pictures, listen to music or watch
videos,whicharestoredonyourPC.Supportedle
formats:
Picture JPEG, PNG
Music MP3, WMA, LPCM
Video MPEG2, MPEG4, WMV
Notes:
- If DLNA is switched on, the TV will display the list of
available DLNA servers which are available in local
network.
- Content from third-party DLNA servers may not play
correctly on your TV due to compatibility problems.
- When sharing media les from a PC, certain features
may be unavailable and, due to the le and encoding
formats used, playback issues may occur.
- Because of network related conditions, playback
of media les may not be error-free. When this
happens, play them from a USB drive.
GuideOn
GuideOn refers to network EPG, which is an app of
preview programme and helps you navigate through a
vast amount of content. It provides functionality similar to
a printed programme guide by informing you as to which
television content is available, such as cast and related
information.
1. Press or on the remote control, select
Settings > Network > GuideOn and press OK/►to
enter.
2. Press OK/► again, press ▲/▼to select On and press
OKtoconrm,thenpressEXIT or to close the
menu.
Note: You can also scan the QR code displayed on the
screen to download the GuideOn app to your
smartphone.
3. Press GUIDE on the remote control to display the
network EPG page. It contains three tabs: On-Going,
Guide and Reminders.
- Press ◄/►to select a tab.
- Press OK to enter.
4. To quit the EPG, press EXIT on the remote control.
Note: To use network EPG, make sure the Internet is
connected. In case Internet is connected and
GuideOn is turned on, network EPG replaces
local EPG as described in section Using EPG
(Electronic Programme Guide) when you
press the GUIDE button.
TCL nScreen
This function allows you to turn a smart device into a
sophisticated remote control, providing more features
than your normal TV remote control. You can then
control your TV through your smart device.
1. Press or on the remote control, select
Settings > Network > TCL nScreen and press
OK to enter. You will see details for downloading
the TCL nScreen application and other related
information.
Note: The following instructions are based on the
example of a laptop.
2. Download and install into the laptop the correct TCL
nScreen application for the laptop.
3. Make sure the laptop and the TV are in the same
home LAN (local area network) or network segment.
4. Run the TCL nScreen application on the laptop, it will
search and communicate with the TV automatically
to enable the TCL nScreen functionality.
5. Once the TV and the laptop are linked as described
instep4,youwillbeabletoenjoytheextrafeatures
of the TCL nScreen function.
6. To quit the TCL nScreen function, press EXIT or
on the remote control.
Netix settings
Netixprovideson-demandmoviesandTVshows
deliveredviatheInternet.Netixisavailableincertain
countries.Unlimited membership is required. More
informationcanbefoundatwww.netix.com.
Press or on the remote control, select Settings >
Network > Netix settings and press OK to enter. It
contains two tabs:Deactivate, ESN.
WiFi TV link
please see the introducton of WiFi TV link on page 14.
Bluetooth
(*not available for some models)
Bluetooth®is a wireless technology standard for
exchangingdataovershortdistancebetween
Bluetooth®devices. You can connect Bluetooth®audio
device, mouse or keyboard via the TV.
1. Press or on the remote control, select
Settings > Network > Bluetooth and press OK to
enter.
2. The Bluetooth®function of TV is set to On by
default. It will search nearby Bluetooth®devices
automatically. You can select the Refresh button
and press OK to refresh the device list. Select an
available device, press OK and follow the guides on
the screen to connect it.
3. Sound output menu is available when a Bluetooth®
audio device is connected. You can select to output
the sound to the Bluetooth®audio device, TV
speakers or both of them.
Note: Bluetooth®technology (if available in your TV)
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ovens might interfere with Bluetooth®audio
streaming. If you face interruptions in audio
reception, you should restart your Bluetooth®
device to nd frequency with less interferences
and if you continue to face issues you should
move closer to TV or increase space between
TV and source of interferences.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by TCL is under license. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their respective owners.
System
Select Settings > System, Press OK/►to enter and
use ▲/▼ to choose an option.
E-Manual: E-Manual is an electronic user manual for the
product.Youcanndinstructionsforthefeaturesofthis
TV set.
Menu language: The Menu language menu allows you
to select language.
Timer: The Timer menu allows you to set the time zone
on your TV set, to programme an automatic turn-off or
wake-up timer and to view the calendar.
Select System > Timer and press OK/►toconrm.The
Timer options are as below:
Time zone: Use ▲/▼to select the local time zone.
Country region: Use ▲/▼to select your region.
Note: The option is unavailable when you have
selected the time zone other than "As per broadcast".
Clock: Press OK/►to display its options:
- Auto synchronization: Use ▲/▼to select On
or Off. If On is selected, the TV will get the time
automatically from DTV signals, and the Time item
cannot be adjusted. If you select Off, you should set
date and time at Date and Time item. Highlight Date
or Time, use ◄/► to select input space, enter the
current date or time by using the digit keys .
Note: If Off is selected, the time set in Time option will
not be memorized when turning on the TV next time,
and the TV's time will start from the default.
- Power on timer: Use ▲/▼to select Off,Daily or
Once. If you select Once or Daily, you should set a
time period after which the TV automatically switches
to on at Time below this item. Highlight Time, use
◄/►to select input space, enter the on time using the
digit keys.
- Power off timer: Use ▲/▼to select Off, Daily or
Once. If you select Once or Daily, you should set a
time period after which the TV automatically switches
to off at Time below this item. Highlight Time, use
◄/►to select input space, enter the off time using the
digit keys.
Sleep timer: Sets a period of time after which the TV
set goes into standby mode. Use ▲/▼to set the period
(120minutesmaximum).Todisablethisfunction,select
Off.
Auto standby: TV will be put into standby mode
automatically if there is no operation. Use ▲/▼to
settheperiod(8hoursmaximum).Todisablethis
function, select Off.
Lock: This menu can control the special function for TV
channels.
Note: You must enter your personal code before
entering the Lock menu.
Display the main menu by pressing System and
select Lock, then press OKtoconrm.Thenpress
the number buttons to enter the password to enter the
Lock menu. The factory default code is 1234. And the
super password is 0423. If you forget your code, enter it
tooverrideanyexistingcodes.
The Lock options are as below:
- Channel lock: This option allows you to lock a
certain Channel. Use ▲/▼to select a certain TV
channel you want to lock, then press OK to lock. To
unlock, use the same operation.
- Parental rating: This option allows you to set a
rating to a programme. Highlight Parental rating,
press OK/►to display Parental rating menu, Then
use ▲/▼to adjust.
- Input lock: This option allows you to lock a certain
externalsourceyouwanttolock.PressOK/►to
display Input lock menu, then press ▲/▼to select
acertainexternalsourceyouwanttolock,andpress
OK to lock. To unlock, use the same operation.
Note: When the current input is locked, you can
press OK and enter the password to enter.
- Front panel lock: Press ▲/▼to select On to lock
the set's buttons.
- Installation lock: Press ▲/▼to select On to
prevent access to the Installation menu to prevent
any channels from being set up without your consent.
- Change password: This option allows you to
change the password. Press OK/►to enter, then
press the number buttons to enter the new password
twice.
- Max volume: Press OK/►to display the
adjustment bar and use ◄/►tosetthemaxvolume
when watching programme.
- Clean all: Press OK/►to enter, then select Yes or
No.
Input settings: You can name your connected sources
according to the type of device instead of the type of
socket.
1. Select System > Input settins, press OK/►to enter.
2. Press ▲/▼to select a connector your equipment is
connected to and press OK/►to enter.
3. Press ▲/▼to select the type of device connected to
this connector and press OKtoconrm.
4. Press EXIT or to close the menu.
Afterconguring,theselectedsourcenamewillbe
displayed after the name of the related connector in
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Note: Not all models have OK button on the set.
Software update:
Note: Do not switch off or unplug the TV until the upgrade
is completed.
Press or on the remote control, select Settings >
System > Software update and press OK/►to enter.
You have the following options to update the software.
-By USB: Enables you to install a new version software
from a USB stick. Insert the USB stick in which a new
version software is stored into a USB socket of the set.
Select By USB and press OK/►to enter. Follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the process.
-By network: Enables you to download and install the
latest version software from the Internet. Make sure to
setupawiredorwirelessnetworkconnectionrstthen
select By network and press OK/►to enter. Follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the process.
Note: Keep successful network connection during
upgrade.
-By channel: Enables you to install the latest version
software if available from the broadcast. Select By
channel and press OK/►to enter. Follow the on-
screen instructions to complete the process.
There is also information about the TV such as Current
version and Product name, etc.
Location: Use ▲/▼to select Home, Shop or Shop with
demo.
HbbTV mode: Use ▲/▼to select On to turn on HbbTV
function.
Note: The option may not be available for certain
modes.
Auto source: Use ▲/▼to select On to turn on Auto
source function.
Cookies: Use ▲/▼to select On to turn on HbbTV
cookies.
Note: Cookies is available when HbbTV mode is set
to On.
Advanced settins: Press OK/►to enter, please see
the introducton of T-Link on page 13.
Sports mode: Please see the introducton of Sports
mode on page 13.
Reset shop: Allows you to reset the TV to factory
default settings.
1. Press System > Reset shop and press OK/► to
enter.
2. Use the numeric buttons to enter the password.
3. Press ◄/►to select OK and press OKtoconrm.
4. The Initial setup menu appears. Follow the
instructions in the section Initial setup.
LED Indicator: Allows you to select the LED indicator
ontheTVfrontpaneltoashornot.
1. Press Settings > System > LED Indicator and
press OK/► to enter.
2. Press ▲/▼to select Flashing or Normal and press
OK toconrm.
3. Press EXIT or to close the menu.
Chapter 5 Advanced Functions
Using E-Manual (Help)
YoucanndinstructionsforyourTV'sfeaturesfromthe
e-manual in your TV. To view it, press on the remote
control to open Homepage, use ◄/► to switch to TV
page, select Settings > System > E-Manual and press
OK to view the details.
Using MHL Function (Mobile
High-denition Link)
You can use the MHL functions by connecting the TV
HDMI 1 (MHL) port and the USB port of a mobile device
with an MHL cable. Features of the MHL functions
include:
•ChargethemobiledevicefromtheTV.
•Two-wayremoteoperationbetweenTVandmobile
device.
•Video/Audiocontentsplayfromthemobiledevice,and
shown on the TV.
Notes:
• These functions may not be available depending on
the connected equipment.
• If there is no more battery life left in the connected
device, charging will not start.
Connecting MHL-compatible Device
•ConnecttheMHL-compatibledevicetotheHDMI1
(MHL) port on theTV, using an MHL cable (not supplied),
charging starts automatically.
•WhenconnectingMHL-compatibledevicetoHDMI1
(MHL) port on the TV, switch TV source to HDMI 1.
Note: Do not connect the MHL-compatible device to any
ports other than HDMI 1(MHL) port.
When using MHL
•InteroperabilitywithMHLdevicesofother
manufacturers is not guaranteed. Therefore, TCL does
not provide any guarantee against operational failure