TCL Q6510 User manual
Quick Start Guide
Q6510
5.1 Channel Sound Bar with Dolby Audio
™
, DTS
®
Virtual:X
™
,
Wireless Subwoofer and Surround Sound Speakers
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TCLSBQS
Power cord
x 2
(Cable length: 4 ft. 11")
Subwoofer Surround Speakers
HDMI cable
(Cable length: 4 ft. 11")
Remote control AAA battery x 2
Wall anchor x 2Wall mounting screw x 4
QSG
Quick Start Guide
Safety
instructions
Safety leaflet
Warranty
card
Warranty card
2
What's in the box
Sound Bar
Wall mount template
Wall mount bracket x 2
Make sure you read all the safety information
before you use this product.
Warning:
To avoid the danger of suffocation, keep
plastic packaging away from pets, babies,
and children. Do not use packaging bags
in cribs, beds, carriages, or playpens.
User Manual can be found at www.tcl.com/us
on the specific product page in the
“Download” section.
3a
Overview
Sound Bar
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
Volume buttons:
Press to increase or
decrease the volume level.
Source button:
Short press: Switch input sources
(HDMI-ARC/Optical/AUX/USB/Bluetooth)
Long press: Enter subwoofer pairing
(If subwoofer disconnected)
Power button:
Short Press: Power On/Sleep
Long Press: Power Off
Bluetooth button:
Short Press: Switch the audio input between
Bluetooth and the previous input
Long press: Bluetooth Pairing
LED light is visible between the cloth and the top case.
Indicates current input source with different color.
Input Source LED Indicator:
HDMI-ARC: Magenta
Optical: Yellow
AUX: Green
USB: Cyan
Bluetooth: Blue
AUX input connector
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
ON / OFF SURROUNDS AC~IN
L R
3b
Overview
3c
Overview
Power on/off/pairing indicator
of the subwoofer
ON / OFF
AC~IN
AC input power connector
Connect to wired
surround speakers
SURROUNDS
L R
Connect to subwoofer
Surround Sound Speakers
1. Connect each surround sound speaker
into one of the surround ports on the back
of the subwoofer.
The subwoofer is now connected to the
sound bar.
Press and hold the button on the
subwoofer for 2 seconds until an amber light
begins flashing above the pair button.
1.
2.
3.
Press and hold the button on the sound
bar for 5 seconds until a green LED indicator
flashes on the sound bar. After a short while,
the subwoofer LED will turn solid.
The subwoofer will pair automatically with sound
bar upon first use. In case of a problem, take the
following steps to manually pair:
No light - OFF;
Flashing every 4 seconds - waiting for pairing;
Quick flashing (long press) - entering pairing mode;
Solid light – ON.
The LED display on the Sound Bar gives you
information about the LED Behavior on Sound Bar.
LED light is visible between the cloth and the
top case.
The LED display will show the
available menu options and/or
confirm the selection made.
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Sound Bar LED Display
Bluetooth
White LED lights breathing
Bluetooth pairing:
Blue LED light moves from left to right and repeats until
successful connection
Length of LED lights show current Volume level
Sonic1/Sonic2/Sonic3: LED light turn on from the side and
move to the center
Default: LED light turn off from the center to the sides
BassBoost, Dialogue Enhance, Surround Enhance,
Night, DTS Virtual:X, Default Light Color
On: LED light turns on from the side and moves to the center
Off: LED light turns on from the center and moves to the sides
Default Light Color (Default light setting)
Light1: White (Default)
Light2: Sunset
Light3: Ocean
Level 0: center light on;
Level 1 to 5: center to the right light on;
Level -1 to-5: center to the left light on
LED lights breathing
Remote Control Based on Default Light color selectedRemote Control status
HDMI-ARC: Magenta light on for 3 seconds
Optical: Yellow light on for 3 seconds
Aux: Green light on for 3 seconds
USB: Cyan light on for 3 seconds
Bluetooth: Blue light on for 3 seconds
Power
Bluetooth
Bass Treble
HDMI Optical
Voice Music
Movie Game Sports
Standard
AI Sonic
(Un) Mute Vol + Vol -
LED lights run from left to right
Next
Previous
( )
( )
LED lights run from right to left
Aux BluetoothUSB
BassBoost DialEnhan SurrEnhan
Light
DTSNight
> 2"
TV
TV
3
2
5
6
24.8"
4
Wall mount your Sound Bar
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5b
Required tools:
Place the supplied wall mount template on the
wall. Make sure the wall mount template is at
least 2 inches below the center of the TV.
Use the tape to stick the wall mount template
firmly on the wall.
Mark on the wall using each marking on the
template through the mounting holes.
Take away the wall mount template.
Drill a screw holeat each marking on the wall.
Use a level to make sure the wall mount template
is positioned accurately
5a
Place your Sound Bar
and Subwoofer
Sound Bar on the table
Top View
The ideal place to position the Sound Bar is
centered underneath your TV.
Note: Do not place your sound bar in a location
exposed to direct sunlight, heat, fire, or moisture.
Note: It’s recommended to keep the distance
within 9.8 feet between the Surround Sound
Speakers and the sound bar.
Subwoofer beside
Surround speaker on the left Surround speaker on the right
Required tools:
Insert the wall anchors in the holes on
the wall.
Insert the supplied screws with the wall
brackets into the hole of the wall anchors.
Fix and tighten the wall bracket screws on the
wall.(keep space between the screw cap and
the brackets)
5c
Wall mount your Sound Bar
Pick up the sound bar and attach it to the
wall screws, similar to how you would hang a
picture. Make sure everything is tight.
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10
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Note:
Do not place your sound bar in a location
exposed to direct sunlight, heat, fire, or moisture.
Only suitable for mounting at heights: < 6 ft. 6.7 in.
Required tools:
Attach the wall mount screw to the back of
the surround speaker.
Secure the wall mount bracket to the wall.
(Bracket screw is not included)
Slide the speaker onto the wall bracket.
Ensure the wall mount screw is secured within
the bracket grooves.
5d
Wall-mount Your
Surround Speakers Included screw
M4 x 12
Be sure your screws are attached to wood
studs, dry wall anchors (for drywall), or
concrete anchors (for brick/concrette walls).
Wall mounting hardware is not included.
If you are unfamiliar with power tools or the
layout of electrical wiring in the walls of your
home, consult a professional installer.
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2
3
Note: Only suitable for mounting at heights: < 6 ft. 6.7 in. This picture shows how to wall mount surround speakers.
Wall-mount bracket showed in the picture is not provided.
Battery type: 1.5V AAA battery x 2
6b
Use the Remote
6a
Install or replace the
remote batteries
Warning: Do not expose batteries to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like. Keep
new and used batteries away from children. For
disposal or recycling information, please
contact your local authorities.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if the battery
is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type.
Bluetooth
Screen display
Short press: mute / unmute the sound
Up/Down: increase/decrease the volume
Left/Right: Switch to previous/next music
(Under Bluetooth or USB mode)
Long press: Bluetooth Pairing
Short Press: select Bluetooth mode
Short press to enter the Level Menu
Switch different Level Options
1
with Left/Right
Use Up/Down to adjust the value
Short Press to enter sound modes menu
Keep short press or use Up/Down/Left/Right
to switch sound modes:
Standard, Voice, Music, Movie, Game, Sports
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1
4
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10
3
6
8
7
9
5
Short press: power on / sleep
Long press: power off
Short press: play / pause
Short press to enter input source menu
Keep short press or use Up/Down/Left/Right to
switch: HDMI-ARC/Optical/AUX/USB/Bluetooth
Short press to enter Effect Menu
Use Left/Right to switch different Effect Options
2
Use Up/Down to adjust Effect ON/OFF or
1/2/3 Effect
Short Press to enter AI Sonic-Adaptation
3
Menu
Short press “Up/Down” to switch different
AI Sonic Adaptation:
Default / Sonic 1 / Sonic 2 / Sonic 3
1. Level Options: Bass, Treble.
2. Effect Options: BassBoost, Dialogue Enhance, Surround Enhance, Night, DTS Virtual:X, Default Light Color
3. AI-Sonic Adaptation: Learn more in Section 8.
Note:
Factory Mode: Long Press Mode+Mute together for 5 seconds.
7a
HDMI-ARC
7
Connect to your TV
There are 2 ways to connect your sound bar to the TV
(listed in order that we recommend): HDMI ARC (refer
to 7a), and Optical (refer to 7b).
HDMI CEC ON
AC IN
If you have a Roku TVTM, simply plug in the HDMI
cable to the ARC ports and follow the Roku TV
ReadyTM on-screen instructions.
ARC/eARC
Connect the Sound Bar to your TV with the
included HDMI cable.
Connect the Sound Bar to the power outlet with
the included power cord.
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
2
2
2
1
1
7a
HDMI-ARC
Streaming Channels
Home
Setting
eARC (HDMI 4)
Search for CEC devices
ARC/eARC
ARC/eARC
HDMI Control
Auto Standby
Auto Power On
BD
PlayStation 5
Consumer Electronic Control (CEC)
Picture Mode
Sports Mode
Consumer Electronic Control(CEC)
PVR
Audio Only Mode
TV Settings
Options
Sound Mode
Enable the CEC function in the settings of
the TCL TV.
(See TV User Manual for instructions)
Enable CEC function on TCL TV.
Enable the CEC function in the settings of the TV.
Enable CEC function on other brand TV.
Connect HDMI cable from the HDMI (ARC)
interface on the sound bar to the HDMI
(ARC/eARC) interface on the TV.
Connect HDMI cable from the HDMI (ARC)
interface on the sound bar to the HDMI
(ARC/eARC) interface on the TV.
Note:
CEC (Consumer Electronic Control) function naming
may differ by TV manuafacturer. This feature may be
called CEC, Anynet+, SimpLink, BRAVIA Link,
EasyLink or VIERA Link. Please see your TV's user
manual for more information.
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
AC~IN HDMI(ARC) AUX
OPTICAL USB
AC~IN HDMI(ARC) AUX
OPTICAL USB
AC~IN
Connect the Sound Bar to the TV with an
Optical cable.
Connect the Sound Bar to the power supply with
the included power cord.
Warning:
Do not bend or kink the optical cable (SPDIF) as it
is fragile and can easily get damaged and broken.
7b
Optical
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
Bluetooth
You can stream music from your mobile device
via Bluetooth.
1. Press .
2. Press .
3. Press and hold on the remote control
or press and hold on your sound bar.
> You will see blue lights cycle from left to right.
> The Sound Bar is ready to pair.
4. Power on your Bluetooth device and activate
its Bluetooth function.
5. Select TCL Q6510.
> You will see the blue light on for 5 seconds.
> Pairing is successful.
6. If you want to pair another device, please
repeat step 3.
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5
4
2
1
8
Pair with your
Bluetooth device
TCL Q6510
9a
Other connections
- USB
Supported audio files: MP3
9b
Other connections
- AUX
Cables are not included.
or
or
AC~IN
AUX
AC~IN OPTICAL USB HDMI (ARC) AUX
Before AI Sonic-Adaptation
What is AI Sonic-Adaptation?
After AI Sonic-Adaptation
Speaker distance, sound pressure level,
and frequency response are all uneven.
Based on your sitting area and room field.
Speaker distance, sound pressure level,
and frequency response are all equalized.
Based on your sitting area and room field.
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AI Sonic-Adaptation AI Sonic-Adaptation is a Room Calibration Technology developed by TCL Audio Lab. To use this function, you
need to download TCL Home App and follow the instructions.
The sound field will be measured
by cellphone and microphone.
Follow the on-screen instructions. in
the TCL Home App.
Calibration
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Download TCL-HOME App
This Q-Series sound bar can be fully controlled via the TCL
Home App, including power, volume, input switching,
effects, AI Sonic-Adaptation and more. Use the TCL Home
App to explore additional smart features.
Please download the latest version from the app stores.
How It Works?
Sitting area with
cellphone microphone Sitting area with
cellphone microphone
Trademarks
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. or DTS
Licensing Limited. DTS, DTS:X, Virtual:X, and the DTS:X logo are registered trademarks or trademarks
of DTS, Inc. in the United States and other countries. © 2023 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Roku, the Roku logo, Roku TV, Roku TV Ready, and the Roku TV Ready logo are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of Roku, Inc. This product is Roku TV Ready-supported in the United States,
Canada, and the United Kingdom. Countries are subject to change. For the most current list of
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
The Bluetooth
®
word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
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those of their respective owners.
“The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.”
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