yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] k-dst:
Hi everyone,

So I've been having shimmering issues with games that have a performance mode (Ex: HFW or Death Stranding). I've looked around but didn't find any video with the same issue as mine.

I have a TCL C728 (firmware V8-T615-T03.LF1V440.000301) compatible with the PS5 (VRR, Hdmi 2.1, ALLM,....) Here's a video with the issue on HFW, when I move the camera you can see the brightness get's higher around darker areas and in some places you can clearly see a bright halo following through distant objects.

I'm playing on performance mode (3840x2160@120Hz) With VRR on, tried to set sharpening on my tv to 0 but nothing, tried to play around certains Tv settings still nothing.

The thing is I don't have the problem with VRR off.

Here's to hoping if anyone managed to find a solution or more details on the problem (Problem with the TV? The game? Both?)

Thanks again !
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ExequielARG15:
hello, I need help, my tv has this problem, it looks like a filter on the image, it can be solved by rewinding the video, but it happens again randomly, the system does not have the problem, only the content.

It happens to me since I returned to V435, also in V482
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] olchavarria:
install v435 on C725. Now HDMI CEC doesn't work. how to correct that
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Dear stasiof master of the universe,..Thanks for all updates and ur contribution for this thread..appreciate it. U appear on many forum I see..

Btw.. I've tried V488 and V496 ..but not V482 since it need stock or lower version.. thanks for suggest. But..I have no idea .. i forgot what version of my TV TCL Q725 / C725 (GTV) ?! I already ask TCL SC here,.. hope they sent technician n bring me the stock ROM .. I will save on my PC, just in case sh*t happen again like this..so I can easily back to stock..and maybe I dont care anymore about latest update.. since it bring to us a LOT of issues.

What happen to TCL? This is global issues when they make new update..as always. I read it when googling on comparison thread, review etc.

For my case..I just mention it that I found another problem on game master no have any function, cannot activate all of it setting.

(Beside my problem w/ google voice)

I also read back page in this thread that dolby vision problem,..cannot active, too dark, dolby atmos not work,hdmi not work, etc.I havent try it however,.. I rarely use this TV for these time.

So folks, if you wanna try legit latest update. I suggest all of you to prepare/know/have stock ROM from factory. So U can enjoy newest update from TCL.

Know I understand why TCL rarely give us an global update since it lot of issue, just wondering how U get it?!

I hope all members here to be wise in modified their TV as a toy?!

Mind my language, sorry for my bad english and..I hope U understand w/ what I mean?!

Thats all. Thanks everyone
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
if i want to go to android tv from google which img i should flash. i want to go to V8-R51MT02. please let me know thanks. i am on V8-R51MT05 v496
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Adza1975:
I have a C727 which uses the same firmware... I've tried multiple versions, both Android and Google TV and gone back to Android TV v277. Everything after that does not pass through the digital audio properly to my amp which is disappointing. I would have hoped the latest version of GTV (496) would resolve all issues but alas no. Looks like I'm staying on ATV.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Flash any R51MT02 IMG file....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
i see ota updates by searching. please can you share link
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
So , I must search instead of you....:rolleyes:

R51MT02 IMG file...

V267

V8-R51MT02-LF1V267.zip

drive.google.com

V272

V8-R51MT02-LF1V272_AP_EU_JB_MEA (1).zip

drive.google.com

V309

V8-R51MT02-LF1V309.zip

drive.google.com
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
love you man
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ganaa_sb:
Hi dear

stasiof​

C278 japanese version is there any update?

now v8-R5MT04-LF1V122.020204
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Swothra:
Hey guys,

I have a strange issue with c715(v662) and TS6100 soundbar.

Im using soundbar with hdmi connection.

In every 5, 6 months soundbar volume going too low. Factory reset will solve it.

Normally I use soundbar at 22, 25. After this issue happen, I could get same volume at 62, 65.

Any idea or solution?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] OzturkAlperen:
Hey everyone, I have some questions because I am a bit confused right now. First of all I have a TCL 65P725 model TV and I am having some issues with HDMI-CEC & Dolby Vision. I wanted to try to update the firmware thinking it could have fix the issues. My product version is V8-R51MT02-LF1V257.019867, as far as I can see there are some more recent firmwares (if the number after V indicates firmware version as I perceived) on this thread, but my TV can't find any updates via OTA. So my questions are:

Can I update the firmware of my TV even though there is no OTA found by the TV?

If I can update it, which firmwares can I install? What should pay attention?

How can I find the latest firmware?

Can I convert this Android TV to Google TV?

And if something goes wrong where can I find the current original firmware of my TV?

Sorry to bother, thanks in advance.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
I just confuse..why new update ALWAYS bring new problems?!

What we expect is smoother UI w/ new feature as well..am I right?!

Hmmmmfh..bit dissapointed with TCL..

Anyone,...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] goneraz80ie7r8ri:
Hi , I have a 50p725 in malaysia. Android TV. Software version r51mt02-lf1v272. I want to update my software to v488. I have downloaded and unpscked it intot eh pendrive. Try img reboot but it can't seems to detect the installation file? Keep getting error can detect package.. any additional step I need to make?

anyway i think i know the problem.. i am using a mackbook and when i unpacked the file , instead of a IMG file, they convert into a folder.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rayoroedor:
Hi, I'm from Chile! My current version is V8-R51MT05-LF1V179.020181 (55C725)

What is the best upgrade option for me?

Thank you very much!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Read my post!!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] OzturkAlperen:
I am not an expert but as far as I can see from the other replies on this thread is that you shouldn't unpack the downloaded zip. Your pendrive should be formatted correctly (FAT32 I guess), and then you just put the .zip file into the drive.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Supastorm:
Hi Everyone.

I'll tell you about the critical problems that I noticed as a user of Tcl 65 c825.

1. Applies to previous Update but does not apply to this one(096).

This is a set of brightness when changing scenes with Dynamic Tone Mapping "On". If you turn it off, the brightness is not enough to view HDR content, which is surprising. IMAX mode works fine and there are no such problems, all other modes have.

In this Update(096) Dynamic Tone Mapping, it works very weakly and the brightness does not grow enough, in previous Update(083/091) it was a noticeable increase in brightness.

2. When switching modes such as Movie/Game/IMAX, they do not switch. That is, in order for them to turn on, you must first select the Game mode, then Imax, and then it turns on, this is not good.

3. I can't turn off the 4 lights on the soundbar.(Only 096 problem) Indicator settings are off.

4.In the new update, 4k lags very much in YouTube when you change the volume or turn on the settings menu. In the previous version(083/091)everything work very good.

Does anyone have the same problem with Dynamic Tone Mapping ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
IMG version must unzip....till "update.img"

OTA version no.

He use Mac device, which spoil download firmware.

Windows and Android device is OK.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Possible fix.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You using firmware for N.America (V179) , so if you want to continue ,look for newer N.America versions...V306..V335
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Supastorm:
I'm on version 90 ( V8-T615T01-LF1R090) and it didn't help, besides, I have ATV. Maybe it will work on 096, but I already heard about 097, I'll wait for it to come out.

Only me have this problem?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] goneraz80ie7r8ri:
Yea.. you need to use winzip to unzip it to a IMG file.. my very first MAC so still struggling to get use to it.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] goneraz80ie7r8ri:
I just updated my software to V488, although there is much improvement over the CEC issue i had but i still had a few instances where the soundbar wont turn on when i switch on my TV or wont go into standby mode when i turn off the tv. Also i find that google tv is generally much more sluggish compared to android tv. Also i find that generally the volume is much softer so i had to increase my volume much higher. otherwise i am quite happy with the update.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] OzturkAlperen:
I am having a brightness issue on Dolby Vision with my ATV and TCL 65P725. The issue is when I set the ATV to Dolby Vision mode, everything is fine at first, but then if I restart my ATV or the dynamic range / refresh rate changes, the brightness of the TV dims to the minimum level and it stays that way forever. To fix it I have to open the TV's main menu, wait for it to brighten up, then go back to the ATV. Or I have to change ATV display mode to HDR or SDT, and then revert back to DV. This issue happens only with DV for me.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Swothra:
Anyone?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Wrong thread....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Swothra:
Why?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C715....

TCL Android TV model 55p8m / Android Recovery TCL/BeyondTV/BeyondTV

My TCL Android TV model 55p8m has stuck and can't press any key in remote. The screen gives options to - Try Again - Factory data reset, but do not know how to select one of this option and continue without a keyboard or remote connected to the...

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Swothra:
Thank you :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Solarean:
So this is an older version? I'm running R51MT05 v488. But this is a newer build date and revision number. When I try and install it it says "Your update package isn't the newest, please check it".
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Yup, 488 is bigger number then 335, right ?

(when OTA update, IMG no matter)

Btw,

read for which TV and region....:rolleyes:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Solarean:
No need to be a sausage about it. The build number was newer than the build number on 488. Was just asking.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] okaragoz:
I have updated my android tv to google tv from which version I don't remember but I am happy with V496 so far.

Thank you for your help on this community stasiof. I would like to ask you something, are these official updates from TCL? Where do you find it, Is there a TCL website? Also is there changelog of new ota or img updates? Let's say a new version of V496 img released if there was a changelog it would be easier to reset the tv. Thank you.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
As new member, read previous posts and have some answers on your questions....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] okaragoz:
I've read through page 76 since I bought the tv but there is total of 87 page. Also there is not such information in the initial post in the first page. I could not find those answers I've asked, I am sorry for the trouble I caused.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Maybe not in this thread, probably in bigger thread...

TCL Android TV model 55p8m / Android Recovery TCL/BeyondTV/BeyondTV

My TCL Android TV model 55p8m has stuck and can't press any key in remote. The screen gives options to - Try Again - Factory data reset, but do not know how to select one of this option and continue without a keyboard or remote connected to the...

xdaforums.com

Use search...type "changelog" and read answers.....

Sample....

https://xdaforums.com/search/48585559/?q=Changelog&t=post&c[thread]=4025755&o=relevance
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rayoroedor:
Thanks for answering.

Can I use a global firmware?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Hi stasio.. i have follow your suggest to 482... but still not working?! What shoul I do now???

When I check all solution from any source including youtube.. I just realize that OPTION Menu to activate google assistant voice command is lost.. so this is weird.. that menu normally is on front page before setting.

So what should I do now??

I even have not check dolby atmos n vision issues that report by many users here.

Please kindly reply my message

TCL Q725
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
No u can't use it .. or will be faced some problem that i post before
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
V496 OTA file added in post #1,640
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Just suggest,

If you post new OS. Update,.. could be better if u write down Logs change too.. so all members can see n know what's new dan issues in it. (Just like custom rom for mobile phone thread in XDA)

All new OS that u post here so far..always bring some issues that new member/user of TCL TV was excited to try as newest update without know the Risk.

So members here can considerate it before install it

For my issues..google voice command not work,..and dolby atmos/vision not work properly..

Some TCL Service center dont want to fix this..since your update is NOT official..if it release for global, my tv should detect it autimatically.

This thread now just filled by problem report by update.

And you make this all..

#nooffense

Thats all..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Thank You Stasiof! I download it and just flashed, it works very good ( until now ) and pictures movies are much better and sharp dan v477 ( my old one ) .

Keep up the good work !

Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
That is weird..can you show us if dolby vision work..and google voice command direct to tv..

I'll be surprise for sure..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] gorynich:
Hi, fellow experts!

Could someone please point me to the direction of latest good firmware for TCL C728K bought as C729 (in the UK).

Mine is currently running Android 9. I heard there is Android 11 available, but doesn't update automatically.

Thank you!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] liPillON:
I'm unable to download from terabox, I've tried creating an account and logging in - without luck

could anybody mirror the V496 OTA somewhere else? mega maybe?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
There is no Android 11 for 2021 UK models.

Latest is v143 (Android 9)....post #1,548
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I send you PM.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] gorynich:
Thank you!

Two additional questions -- can I use any other region firmware with Android 11 if I don't care about UK specific apps like Freeview etc?

And if I upgrade -- is there a way to easily downgrade to Android 9 if I decide to sell it (kinda return back to factory settings)?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Yes, can ,even Google TV, but will not be fully compatible.

I suggest you type C728K in search and choose this thread to search, then read user findings.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Any new update ma men?! Dont be hurt feeling..that hust aspiration from all members here who got issues after try the update that u share here.. i just try give some suggestion n correction for good will.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi, they works , i've tryied yesterday, for voice command you have to put mike behind the tv a couple time ON & OFF, it will work after..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Lima Chagas:
I have a 55p TCL C725, and it's on the latest version of Google TV, V496... I'm noticing some problems with the streaming channels.... For example, on Amazon Prime, Youtube, Hbo and etc... I notice a slight stutter in the audio, it's noticeable, but it's very fast, as if it were a 1 second stop, as if the movie was silent for a few thousandths and came back... does anyone else notice this problem?

I already changed to v488 ,v477 and I notice the same thing.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Im SHOCK..?! (Not surprise) lol..

Tried many times over but same thing happen..its NOT working on me..lucky U!!

Why we faced different problem while the motherboard n software are same..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Be my guest then,..?!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Lima Chagas:
I didn't understand
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Haleluyah ma men,..?!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] okaragoz:
I am also on V496 in 55c725 and I can also confirm that hands free voice command works. Only in English system language though.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Then good for you..

Im using TCL Q725 43"inch (indonesia)

No matter what language use..as u can read..Im using english as well.. and I have try it but didnt work.. hmmmmmfh?! I dunno what happen..my bad?! 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

This is the smallest TCL model for Q / C .. lately /just released on 2022 feb/march with new and 1st ever UI Google TV for 725 series...for Indonesian market ONLY?!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi , I dont know why, here everythings works.

Good luck.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi in italian .. works also ^¿^

Only thing it kent succed is TURN OFF THE TV .. ( Google assistent say " i go to shot JoeyTcl... " ) but the tv stays ON :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
I think it doesnt work on Q series ?! My bad..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hrundeel:
AFAIK, 469 GTV works well with expert options.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] alibasbas:
I have TCL 55P725

Out of the box, it has the following software version:

Software version: V8-R51MT05-LF1V411.020328

Project ID: 2433

I tried to check for System Update (Network Update) but it says "Your software is up to date."

What is the latest and best software update I can use for my tv via USB (Local Update)?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
496 ya..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
#127
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
What is that mean,..?! I use 2022 TCL Q725 43"inch with GTV as default OS from factory.. then u sent me the 2022 f/w ..

TCL Q725 43" launch on feb 2022 btw.. so I confused to use 2021/22 f/w model..

Last time I've try 488,496 and got some issues, including lost google voice function.. this is make me desperate..

Any new update maybe..after while..

Thanks for respond mw btw.. keep it up?!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
User posted version, which is not for your TV.

Read carefull next time and don't act on every post, as not only your TV model (platform) is in this thread.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
So does you..Answer the question when it need to..dont respond any reaction which...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kolargoool:
MT9615 Platform ....C735 & C835/C935.......(C728 & C825)

V8-T615T03-LF1V097.000365

OTA 097 (65C821)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
?

You even don't know to type simple platform.... :ROFLMAO:

and for sure is not for C735 & C835/C935.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kolargoool:
Sorry i dont speak english this OTA is for my TV 65C821 (see captur)

This thread is for TCL c71x to c935 ?

My platform MT9615.. (see captur)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] alibasbas:
Bump. I hope somebody can provide a reply with the best updated firmware for my TCL 55P725
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You are Seby64 from homecinema forum ?

I know V097 appear as auto update, but probably by TCL mistake, as soon after they pull link and nobody else received.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kolargoool:
Yes it's me

Have you telegram to contact TCL and ask if the 097 exist ? ( demander si la 097 existe sur le site tclupdate)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Even you downgrade firmware now, you will not get V097 auto update again, as TCL removed link ( now is V083).

You posted info about V097,

with 2 days delay

and I checked, but already not there.

Btw,

you select France for location ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Lima Chagas:
Guys, one thing that bothers me about this model c725 tv is the fact that you're watching something and very slightly it stutters in the audio, as if it were cutting in 1 millisecond, what could that be?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Any new update for c725 ,.. folks?!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] qwasi:
I`d like to change back to Android TV.

which one is the newest for my tv?

img file prefered
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
V309 IMG file......#1,295
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] z3row0rm:
Hello, I have a bit of a situation that I need some assistance with. My TV (65S546-CA) smart features were bricked during basic setup and TCL support were not helpful. Browsing the forums I was able to do an IMG file restore and get software V8-R51MT02-LF1V272.020169 on it. However this is R51MT02 instead of the correct R51MT05. I am missing features like VRR and would like to use the proper MT05 firmware. However all of the IMG files I can find are of higher build numbers than the newest OTA for my device.

I would greatly appreciate if someone could point me in the right direction. From what I understand I need an IMG file for a lower firmware that I can then update via USB to newest OTA software for my S546 TV which is V8-R51MT05-LF1V335.020726.

Thank You in advance!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You need flash GTV version back, so need R51MT05 IMG file first.

You can flash R183 IMG file....(unzip, TV Off, press and hold TV power button,...)

V8-R51MT05-LF1R183.020685.zip

drive.google.com

After flashed, download V335 zip OTA file and rename zip file to R335.

Update via local update.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] vipspike:
Hello,

I have a flashed C825 in V469

A horror the management of Hdmi CEC (latency volume 30/60sec !!! does not turn off in standby)

To switch back to V463, what is the procedure? have to reinstall everything?

Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Runaque:
I'm new to this, but I have a TCL 50P815 with V191 on it, project id: 285.

I have the feeling the TV is lacking speed while using it, but we've only have installed apps like Netflix, Disney+, AppleTV+, Kodi and Amazon Prime on it.

I already did those little tricks in the developer settings to make it feel snappier, but still it seems to be kinda slow. Would this change if I install a newer firmware on it past the latest "official" V191?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ford3d:
Hi, how to do NVM Reset on tcl c825 with Google TV V469?

(service menu)

Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Im waiting for new n latest update v500 for tcl c725
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] grinch247:
Waiting for the r646 update myself
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
My man..LOL!!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi there, I m on v496 but not happy, Google assistent some time works sometime not " google assistent try to restart... " it says, also some mem and refreshing , Mr. Stasiof any new updaten ??

Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
ALL...zip and img.......
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
This is TCL SERVER .

Has other 2 servers EU and NA......

But firmware is GLOBAL......many times mentioned on XDA forum.......

Edit:

look at post #67 in this thread.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
R51MT05 is for the following TV Models:

- S446/546 (S436 ?) (N.America)

V8-R51MT05-LF1V177.020179

File on MEGA

mega.nz

build date= Aug 26 2021

build= 1629967486

security_patch= 2021-06-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTV

product.build.fingerprint= TCL/G03_4K_US_NF/BeyondTV4:11/RP1A.200622.001/AR02:user/release-keys

OTA size= 1.330GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] skli2020:
But i can't flash firmware form EU SERVER. AS is ok. Can you send me IMG firmware form AS SERVER?Thank a lot.