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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] derekm323f:
Hi all X925 owners. I have recently updated to V129 recently and have run into some issues with ARC/eARC so I thought I'd share here for anyone else that might be experiencing similar.

Hardware

AU 75X925 running latest V129 listed in this forum.

Apple TV 4K 2021 running latest tvOS 15.4

Certified HDMI 2.1 cables (2.0 cables also used for testing)

Yamaha RX-V2083 receiver.

Setup

Apple to connected to HDMI 1 on tv (all HDMI ports tested).

Apple tv audio output set to "do not change" so Atmos and other high quality audio is sent as PCM.

Yamaha receiver connected to ARC/eARC HDMI 4 port on tv.

eARC enabled on tv and audio output set to auto or passthrough in tv settings.

Issue

When using ARC/eARC to send audio from Apple TV to receiver there is no clear audio output when PCM 5.1 is being sent. PCM 2.0 soundrtacks work fine but anything above that does not work unless its Atmos/PCM. Strange issue. Tested with multiple files and produce same issue. For example, lets say i have a video file which contains 3 audio tracks - DD2.0, DD5.1, Atmos eAC3 only the DD5.1 has no sound output. You can hear some noise or even surround sounds but no centre channel etc. but the DD2.0 and Atmos tracks are fine. After trying all ports and different HDMI cables I decided to revert back to V029 and V114. Both V029 and V114 do not have this issue. This could be an Apple TV or Yamaha issue but the issue only presented itself in V129. I decided to flash V129 one more time and confirmed the issue returned so I'm going back to V114 for now.

Hope this helps anyone.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
i just got 55 C725 any firmware i can flash please recommend thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
V191 - android 9 tv IMG

V254 - google tv (atv11) OTA

V272 - android 11 tv IMG

V277 - android 11 tv OTA

V427 - google tv (atv11)

R004 - Custom ATV11

R006 - Custom ATV11
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Post your firmware version first.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] thexile:
What is the latest update for 43P618?

Spoiler content hidden.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You are in wrong thread....

Check here:

https://xdaforums.com/t/tcl-android...covery-tcl-beyondtv-beyondtv.4025755/page-161
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi Stasiof, I updated to V277 and everything works just great, Thank You!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
Software version: V8-R51MTO2-LF1V272.020169
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Android 11....update to V277

Google TV.....upgrade with V427 IMG
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
https://blobmarketingsemp.blob.core.windows.net/website/drivers/V427_USB.zip

this one right?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
Yes, that`s right version.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi Stasiof, the new firmware V277 works very good, I m happy with it, I want to TANK YOU !

Keep up the good work .

Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
bro thanks for confirming just asking if its safe to flash are there good changes or anything please let me know thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] averro:
I just realized, after update to this firmware V427, ATMOS not detect on Netflix.

Has anyone experienced this too? :confused:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] RancidFartz:
Sup Everyone,

Been having a rough time with screen cutting out constantly when my 55R646 is connected to my RTX 3090 PC .

I have tried many certified HDMI 2.1 cables of various lengths.

VRR off and on, Gsync on and off. It even flashes when set at 4k 60z via NvidiaControlPanel.

It seems to really not like hdmi 2.1.

V8-T615T02

It varies from a nonstop blinking, to blinking every minute or so. Sometimes not at all. It even cuts out when not gaming and just at the desktop.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
Yes, absolutely safe to flash. I flashed on my C725 and works well.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Spartoz:
Hi everyone, I recently bought a 50C725 and I have some questions;

Is there any way to know the intensity or state of the local dimming? I tried some videos on YT or using a cursor on a black font, but I don't see any local dimming on the TV, which was a huge selling point for me.

Second; is the interface slow with you guys? Sometimes (well a lot actually) the whole tv is so slow that I just need to unplug the power and restart it again.

Currently I'm on FW: V8-R51MT02-LF1V277.020239

Thanks!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] laichan:
I am facing the Google TV logo stuck problem and also the flashing screen noise. The technician of TCL had tried to flash the firmware but failed.

Any recommended stable rom for my repair of P725 in Hong Kong. Now the TV indicator lamp continuously flashs with normal switch-on.

As TCL said the panel issue has to be solve in their maintenance centre, I just want to switch the TV for basic TV function in this gap period.

Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nobbymk:
Hi guys I've got the 65C725K currently on firmware V8-R51MT05-LF1V418.020389 everything works fine me but Google TV it's crap just full of loads of stuff to make you buy and rent film bla bla bla I have a IPTV supscription for all of that so is there any custom firmware where I can customize it more to the content I want and what if not what's the best way to go back to android TV. Many thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
The best way is to flash ATV firmware. Otherwise, You can ( as I am ) follow this instruction to remove ads.

YES, this is for Sony, but, like I said - works with Google TV on TCL.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] HUNTER9595:
Hi everybody. TV tcl 65c728. The problem is the following. Color temperature control does not work. Rebooting and resetting doesn't help. Tried GTV problem remained, returned to ATV. Please help, can anyone know the solution to this problem. Thanks in advance
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT05 Google TV Update available in V435

R51MT05 Platform (P725 & C725).......

V435 IMG file (Google TV)

V8-R51MT05-LF1V435.020548

V8-R51MT05-LF1V435

MediaFire is a simple to use free service that lets you put all your photos, documents, music, and video in a single place so you can access them anywhere and share them everywhere.

www.mediafire.com

IMG date= Feb 17 2022

security_patch= 2022-01-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTVs

revision= 020548

IMG size= 3.14GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nobbymk:
Could any one tell me what the difference is between the V427 atv 11 and the custom R006 atv 11 or if any what the benefits are of the custom firmware . Many thanks

Edit: sorry I mean V277 and R006
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
Does anyone know where I can find official image file for 43p725?

Not OTA, because I want to downgrade from V435 GTV

I found an official link in TCLs page but it is OTA update

Edit:

Nevermind, I put back V427 that was working flawlessly,waiting for OTA update next time
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Adamas_blu:
Hi is there a update for 55c826k (c825) uk or do I have the latest version. The hdmi ports don’t seem to let me pass Dolby vision to it from nvidia shield. But the tv native lets me play Dolby vision. Also this says my tv being the c826k is android 9.0 but the c825 is 11. It says I can update to 11 (info on 2nd pic) but I’m not sure how. Any ideas?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT05 Google TV Update available in V277

for the following TV models:

- S546 - N.America

V8-R51MT05-LF1V277.020603

V277 OTA file

V8-R51MT05-LF1V277.020603

MediaFire is a simple to use free service that lets you put all your photos, documents, music, and video in a single place so you can access them anywhere and share them everywhere.

www.mediafire.com

build date= Mar 22 2022

build= 1647963494

security_patch= 2022-01-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTV

product.build.fingerprint= TCL/G03_4K_US/BeyondTV4:11/RP1A.200622.001/GTV80:user/release-keys

revision= 020603

OTA size= 1.42GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi, I want to know the difference/s too btween V277 & R006, Pls Stasiof ... do You want react?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You should guys read previous posts.....

Vxxx normal firmware.

Rxxx custom firmware, which always address specific issue (sometime is pre-rooted).

ATV 11.....(R51MT02)

R006 IMG is dated Nov 08 2021.

V277 OTA is dated Dec 16 2021.

Google TV....(R51MT05)

R166 IMG is dated Dec 21 2021.

V435 IMG is dated Feb 17 2022.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Thank You , I understand now quite well, Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pvandenh:
I am having this issue also on C825 since updating to GoogleTV firmware. I have seen a few other posters report the same.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jorbik:
Hi everyone, I own a TCL 43p725 TV with firmware V8-R51MT02-LF1V277. I would like to upgrade to this firmware V8-R51MT05-LF1V435.

I wanted to know if it is better and if it has problems and if it is better than Android Tv. Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
I have the exact same model and I currently have installed V8-R51MT05-LF1V435 via IMG

It is much better than Android TV and more smooth, ATV was a little laggy and I had compatibility issues with some streaming apps

I also installed V435 but i had some issues with the video guiltily

I suggest install V427 with IMG and wait for the next R51MT05 OTA update
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jorbik:
Thank you very much for your reply, I proceed to install the 427 then I will let you know.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] avtobot:
This TV doesn't have local dimming function - it doesn't control the backlight brightness. Microdimming is absolutely different function.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] liPillON:
Can you please give us some details about these issues?

I'm on 427 and I was considering updating to 435

thank you!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
I am using EON TV app and it was working only at the initial channel that was on startup and when changing channel it was freezing the image.The same issue was with V256 and V277. It had issue with HDR and ATMOS, not recognising it from any app

Only V427 seems to work for the moment

Also V427 seems more stable and fast than the others.Menu, handling etc
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Spartoz:
Wait what

It's advertised on TCL web page, so what is it then?

+ other cheap TCL TVs have that option
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] RAPHCVR:
Hello everyone, and thank you very much for your contributions.

Thanks to you, I was able to switch to Google TV with my TCL C725 50" without any problem, I now have a better fluidity.

I could also test if a new version of the OS (I switched from ATV11 to GTV) could correct my problem: indeed, when I activate Dolby Vision with my Shield, the TV detects the mode (DV logo displayed), but no image is displayed on the HDMI input (only the DV logo and sound), but the classic HDR is functional. However, directly with the TV using Google TV, the DV is fully functional.

So, despite the change of OS, the problem is still there. I have changed my HDMI cable before (2.1 high speed with Ethernet), but nothing works.

So I am open to any suggestions for solutions/tests to be done.

Thanks in advance.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] feel2death:
Hi

im looking firmware for 50A20 where i could find it ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
A20 is Indonesia model, same as Europe P or C725...R51MT0x platform.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] feel2death:
can i use 05 in my R51MT02 ?

and u said rxxx ver are prerooted in ur previous comment , how could i make it rooted ? i use R166
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
From R51MT02 (ATV 11) to R51MT05 (Google TV) must flash with IMG file.

Same in opposite way.

I don't think can be fully rooted.

Edit:

You are on R166 ?

If yes, can also easy test OTA firmware for S546 (latest is V277 posted a few days ago....post #907).

Just need to rename OTA zip file from V277 to R277 and update in by local update.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
I had the same problem with my C725 and Shield Pro 2019. This problem often occurs with TCL and shield. There is nothing that can be done about it. So, I sold Shield and bought Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max and DV work well.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] RAPHCVR:
Ok, I hope an update on the Shield or the TCL will fix it one day, for the moment I use only the TCL for DV content. I'm in touch with the NVIDIA Dev since 3 months to fix this, maybe one day something will fix this. Thanks for your answer, if someone else has this issue or found a solution, don't hesitate to say it here !
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
Believe me - there`s no solution for that problem. That problem exists several years. Both TCL and NVIDIA are pretending to be silly about the problem - the problem is not with them.

All You have to do is hope and wait for some patch if You want to watch DV content, or watch HDR. Or, if You want to watch DV - then, like me, buy another device.

BUT - You must to know, TCL does not support all DV profiles. There`s 5 profiles and this is situation with TCL:

profile 4 - profile does not support and plays in SDR

profile 5 -support

profile 7 FEL - does not support and plays in HDR

profile 7 MEL - support

profile 8 - support
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] schizo.98:
Can I get the Firmware update for TCL p725 android 11 model (middle east - Iraq)

I need it please, if you have the link send it to me so I can download it,

I need to fix my tv asap!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
v267

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cloud.mail.ru
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi Stasiof, how to flash an Image? The same way as Ota? ( copy on memstick and update as Local? Or other way? How? And after Reset shop and reset all?

Ps. V277 is ok but I experience a crazy thing, whet I push volume + or - , in the time I watch Disney+ stream, the stream goes on Pause .. dunnow why I only will increase or decrease the volume ..

Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Chris33160:
I have the exact same pb on P815 with soundbar on HDMI CEC

When i adjust volume on netflix the tv lag/freeze (same with kodi)

this pb was introduced with android 11 (ok with atv9 - v191)

now i'm trying gtv (v427) and it's seem to work way better (installed it yesterday - have to use it more to confirm everything is ok)

how to flash:

https://tclnordic.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012778099-Flash-new-software-to-your-TCL-TV
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi, ok, pls let me know later if everything works ok and wich firmware version You use of Gtv .

About flashing the Zip Ota , I already know, I m asking about to flash the Image , how to...?

Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] yau2612:
Any one can help, send me the v272 or v277 img file for P725, thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
It was posted earlier

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Only V272 is IMG.

V277 is OTA zip file.

Use search function.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Posted here many times...use search and found.

Sample.....post #764...attached
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] yau2612:
Thank you sir, and I flash v435 on my p725, how to customize my home page apps, thanks!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] yau2612:
The download link is that, how to download?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] yau2612:
My homepage just have this, cannot customize. I am on v435 of tcl p725
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Post #262 link updated.

In post #933 above ,you have Android 11 IMG summary.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] borkk85:
Hi, so I bought the TCL C725 (V8-R51MT05-LF1V417) a couple of days ago, and noticed red ghosting mostly on the faces of the actors when in movement, so far on several Netflix and HBOMax movies/shows. Regular TV is better, but has occasional ghosting...

I did factory reset, flashed the latest firmware (V8-R51MT05-LF1V435), but nothing seems to fix the issue... Any thought, ideas, solutions???
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi, ok , thank You
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Picture setting ?

Maybe this help.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] borkk85:
I should have mentioned that I tried his suggestions, with the original firmware, and the updated one, but that did not solve the problem. Maybe because his TV set is C728, or simply different firmware, I don't know. If someone has a solution to this, it would be great...

Thanks for the reply and for all the hard work getting latest updates for the TCL community.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] avtobot:
FALD and Microdimming are absolutely different in functions. FALD is a backlight control, but microdimming is image control.

"Micro Dimming technology analyzes and divides the image into hundreds of individual areas for localized brightness adjustment and dimming. The image quality is significantly improved in the process. Experience a fantastic viewing experience with enhanced contrast and black depth."
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Bosseur 31:
Hello, what is the latest firmware for europe i currently have version v255 and there are several bugs. Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
R51MT02 platform ?

Look for V277.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Bosseur 31:
Yes presisly V8-R51MT02-LFV231.019198.

Do you have a link for the last firmware ? Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] thexile:
https://pb82-my.sharepoint.com/pers...1MT02-OTA-ATV11/V8-R51MT02-LF1V277.020239.zip
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Zenix2020:
Can 75s554 use this IMG?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
S554 ? or S546 ?

Post your firmware.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Zenix2020:
V8-R51MT05-LF1V225.020348
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Post #907.....V277 OTA.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Tirofog:
I have movie files on an external SSD which is shared via LAN to my 50C725K. These can then be accessed and played using a file explorer on the TV.

In the native media player I can select and open the shared device but there are just empty folders for music, videos and pictures. I'd like to use this player, but cannot figure out how to place files in these folders. Any help appreciated..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
TV recognise SSD as storage?

FAT32 or NTFS formatted?

Type of movie file?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Tirofog:
No, not as storage, just in media player share and see. Exfat, mp4 and mkv.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Exfat can't, only FAT32 or NTFS.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dubsflyt:
What are the disadvantages to running the c725 firmware on the UK model c725k?

Is there any newer firmware build for the K model with Google TV?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
2021 UK models not even android 11 ......

You can try, if anything ....go back to native V141.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] derekm323f:
I have noticed that my HDR and Dolby Vision is much brighter if I disable the “fast power on” within my X925 settings. Running V129. Can anyone else confirm this is the same for other owners. Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
Hello people.

I have a TCL 43C725 Italian TV with V8-R51MT02-LF1V277.020239 firmware.

Firmware was updated OTA when I bought the tv in January.

the apps I use (Disney+, Netflix, IPTV Smarters) have become very slow, and they cannot be updated via Google Play Store. I tried to wipe cache with the pre-installed app (the one with green icon) and sometimes I have to unplug the TV for some minutes and then turn it on again.

Should I reset to fabric? Or should I install the

V435 IMG file (Google TV)

V8-R51MT05-LF1V435.020548

firmware?

If I install the GTV, can I revert back to ATV 277 Fw?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Salacue:
First, You can try with reset from service menu:

- TV Settings/picture/advanced/brightness/contrast and type 6425

Then do Reset All and Reset Shop

Otherwize, You can install any other ATV or GTV version ( image or OTA ), and of course, You can revert back with img.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Tirofog:
I'd be interested in this too, just wondering if you gave it a go yet..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
What's the difference between factory rset & reset all & reset shoop?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dubsflyt:
It all seemed to work fine, better than stock actually, but for some reason bbc iplayer couldn’t be installed from the store, worked fine sideloaded though.

I reverted back though due to a android 11 bug with casting from now tv and 4od apps both fail on android 11 both on shield tv and this but on android 9 work perfectly.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Tirofog:
Thanks a lot, might just give it a shot 👍🏻
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Tirofog:
Presumably you flashed the V435 IMG?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] iB6Z7:
I've got a 55C725 (AU model), current firmware V8-R51MT02-LF1V252.019763. One of our local streaming apps won't run on Android 11, and I'm considering downgrading to an Android 9 build.

Is there any reason this wouldn't work? Anyone done it before?

Is there anything I'd be missing out on by dropping ATV version? Just got an older model TCL with Android 9 and it seems.. fine? Only used it for half an hour so far.

If this would work, what's the most recent compatible firmware?

Thanks all.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Jomira29:
hey guys,

Can you give me a link to update my tcl p725 to google tv please. I am currently in South Africa.

Thank you for your help
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
If you post here, why you need to post separate post?

R51MT02 is Android TV

R51MT05 is Google TV.

To change from ATV to Google TV, you need flash IMG file for R51MT05 platform.

Many is posted in previous posts....V4xx....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Jomira29:
sorry i am new here. thanks a lot. So knowing that google tv is not yet available in my country. There will be no problem with the firmware?. Can I flash all versions starting with 4xx?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Yes, R51MT05...V4xx IMG file.

Anytime you can go back to Android TV with R51MT02...V2xx IMG file.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] federik95:
Hello everyone, I've recently bought a 43P725, configured first with "TCL OS" and after I "upgraded" to Android TV with version: V8-R51MT05-LFV418.020389. I have many problems to find and download app - if I click search the OS exit the menu - and I didn't find the feature to activate Alexa.

Are there other OS version? I read that you posted the download of version:

V8-R51MT05-LF1V435.020548 but is not suggested, do you know other version that I can use?

Additional: do you know where can I find other firmware version? On TCL site I find just the version for Android TV (MT02).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Jomira29:
ok, thanks for your help :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Jomira29:
I was just going to use this version. why is this not suggested?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
Had the same issue, solved with R51MT05-LF1V427
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Jomira29:
Can you give me the link on this version please?, since the R51MT05-LF1V435 version seemed not to be suggested
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
https://blobmarketingsemp.blob.core.windows.net/website/drivers/V427_USB.zip
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] federik95:
Is valid for all zones?

I'm from Italy (EU)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] vipspike:
Hi,

I am lost, what is the last firmware(Google tv) for the TV c825 ? Please

Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Etherovamonas:
Yes
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
It's not working what ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] macroman798:
The WIFI and Bluetooth are not available. All four HDMI input is not able to display. The TVbox only show blackscreen and resolution 4K@60 on the right top. The XSX console signal could not be found.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] macroman798:
I flash img R011 failed.V256 successful but all functions are not available like HDMI input and wifi bluetooth.