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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] SnapperJR:
Hi all,

I have a 55C825 that I bought only a month ago from a parallel importer (PI). I generally run it with a nvidia shield for my apps (mostly netflix/disney)

Initial problem: The C825 just went black on screen (audio still plays, clicking the tcl remote still plays the audio soung for menu options). Tried many times including taking out all inputs including power plug, waiting a few minutes, then plugging back in - nothing worked. Turned it completely off for about 3-4 days (including power plug) whilst I spoke to the PI about it.

After the 3-4 days, when I plugged it back in, it started to work but there were screen tears/lines at the bottom and after a couple of minutes, the screen would turn black again (but audio etc would play in background).

Repairman came the next day, after he opened it up, of the two display ribbons in centre bottom of the circuitboard, he said that one of the cables was loose. He re-set the ribbon and said it shouldn't be a problem but claimed the screentears/lines at the bottom of the screen was a "panel issue" that he couldn't fix.

Began testing, the first day after seemed to be fine and seemed like the screentear/lines at bottom of screen was still there (because its at the bottom of the screen, with streaming videos normally having blackbars at top and bottom couldn't always tell) - but then the video turned black again twice. But each time if I turned the tv off with the remote then back on again - the video would work.

New issue: Now everything seems to work fine - haven't done anything - EXCEPT that for certain videos with "Dolby Vision" - the screen turns black after at the top left "Dolby" logo shows and top right the resolution displays also and audio works- but I can still use the remote 'exit' out of the show and the screen starts working again after that without turning it off and on. I've tested on Netflix a number of dolby vision shows - some work and some don't. Turning off Dolby vision seems to work so far but would prefer having DV.

I'm kind of stumped at this point.

I got this 55C825 at a dumpster-price-steal (warehouse clearance by the PI) which satisfied both video needs (HDR, mini-led, brightness zones) and audio needs (good attached onkyo soundbar). The PI has offered to do a full refund but doesn't have another C825 set to replace it with, only offered a 55C725 (with partial refund) or a samsung Q70B (topping up for it) - but both pale in comparison to the C825 and would have to purchase separately speakers/soundbar as well.

Could get another C825 on secondary market (a bit more expensive but likely with no warranty) or pay 2-3x of what I paid for a new C825/C835/C845

Anyone have any idea to either fix it or any suggestions. attached screenshot of device info

Software version: V8-R51MT02-LF1V112.018738

TV+ OS Version: V5.2.0 (V8-2102030-MF1V520)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You probably bought second hand or display unit.

Of hundreds words, never mention firmware version.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] SnapperJR:
updated post sorry

Software version: V8-R51MT02-LF1V112.018738

TV+ OS Version: V5.2.0 (V8-2102030-MF1V520)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You have C825K.....model for UK market, with old firmware V112.

Latest firmware is V143......post #1,546
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] aisforawesome:
This worked for me. I am back on v399. Thank you for taking the time to make this post. This is what makes this forum so great!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT02 Android TV Update available in V999.

TV models ....P725 & C725 (P815)

V8-R51MT02-LF1V999.021269

V999 OTA (Test Version #4)

For install remove "_Test_Version_4" in file name!

LINK

build date= Jan 12 2024
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] phuongnt75:
Nothing works on the remote except Power button (but hardly works, need to press the button few times to turn on/off power). Any idea?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] phuongnt75:
My issue is exactly the same with this one https://xdaforums.com/t/tcl-u75c7006-stuck-in-burn-test-mode-loop.4164423/
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] novocalllz:
Does anyone have Google TV rom for v8-t221t02? Based on Aida64 my tv's board is g06, but on the box, my tv it is 40g9. I really confused . I have checked the telegram group (TCL Android TV Updates) but what is available is not for TCL but Iffalcon. I've Joined TCL telegram group and cannot send any message because I've been blocked even though I just joined. I apologize if I have posted in the wrong thread. thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Yea,you posting in wrong place....

Btw, you have latest firmware.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] novocalllz:
So, where's the correct thread? Cause the naming of TCL TV series in my country is very different from Europe/US, makes me really confused. For example, in my country S6500 is A5...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Platform T221T0x.....

TCL 32S6200

Hi! i am Sed ,i have a TCL Android TV 32S6200 stuck on logo. I search a Flash/Update File for solve this problem. Thanks in advance Sed

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] chris83210:
Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Arzano Gamerz:
Img file plssss pls😭
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
How many times you will post ? :rolleyes:

There is no V999 IMG file, only lower versions, which can be found in this topic.

You no need latest R51MT02 IMG file, can be any R51MT02 IMG file, then update with V999 test 4.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Arzano Gamerz:
Sorry about that🙂 and is this letest software version of tcl 55c725 tv and I what is test 4 in this version .and I want to know that why there is no online update from tcl for tvs.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
First of all , post your TV firmware.

Why no online update ask local TCL support.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Arzano Gamerz:
I upgrade it but I am asking that why no update coming from tcl auto update , online update
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You have latest Android TV version.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Arzano Gamerz:
Thanks for reply,
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mpalakis:
I installed the latest update, and as soon as I turned on my TV, it asked me to enter the Wi-Fi password. However, pressing the buttons on the remote control didn't input anything. The remote control is working fine. I tried connecting with Google Home, made all the settings, but it showed a green screen twice, and the TV started from the beginning, asking me to set it up again. I can't enter the password because it seems like it's not accepting it (I also tried connecting a keyboard without success). Can anyone help?

----------------------

update

I connected an Ethernet cable to continue the setup. However, when I started the setup again, at one point, I received a message "something went wrong and it will return to factory defaults including erasing all settings & apps." I clicked OK, set it up again, and now it's working. I will keep you posted for any issues.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Why you posting everywhere ? :rolleyes:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mpalakis:
I was not sure where to post,,Sorry!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] levy42:
Hello,thats my current version:

I want to update,but have no idea which version will suit.Can You tell me and give link to download best version for me? Thanks!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
ATV.......V344...V999 beta 3 or 4
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] levy42:
Thanks,Im trying to download it from this link https://faserf-my.sharepoint.com/pe...fe_tk/Documents/TCL/R51MT02/R51MT02-OTA-ATV11 but I cant,tried on 3 different browsers..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Roadboy6:
Did you managed to find any solution. I just bought p735 and same issue of dolby vision black screen

Hi, it seems to be dolved now with TCL update (Google TV)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Omo De Carton:
Version V603 is out!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Filip95_PL:
Platform ? R51MT05 ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
What platform ?

Is only for T615T03.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Omo De Carton:
I have the 65C735 and it works
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
This is not topic for 65C735. :rolleyes:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Omo De Carton:
My bad sorry!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] czoli76:
Hello, I have a TCL TV model 55C725K (UK Version) which currently has SW Version V8-R51MT02-LF1V344.021047 and have not been getting any OTA for a very long time.

Currently It is very slow, always had Wifi issues in the past but current SW version made it somewhat better.

Is there a newer and better version I can upgrade to?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] redattt379:
The challenge came down to me Usb He gave me the same one as in the picture. Possible solution. I downloaded the update, unzipped it, and did all the solutions
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
V999 test 4 only
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Resolved in telegram....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mjauaf:
Hi, guys!

First big thanks to @stasiof, i have read this whole thread and man I got to tell: THANK YOU SO MUCH, You are a legend! 👏

I write this for all the unlucky dudes that got the C728K - UK version instead of C728 version EU

(don't get me wrong im generally satisfied, only I was expecting the eu version), and are wondering if they can update

because i didn't see any review from anyone with c728k that has updated to android 11 or GTV.

Here is my previous info:

-Model: 55C728K

-sw version: V8-R51MT02-LF1V143

-project id 7567.

I am now using the v999 test 4 which stasiof shared here on this thread and so far it is good.

The image in motion seems slightly better, the sound is generally the same

PS5 has game mode + game master

4k ,hdr and etc. everything it had previously,

plus the android upgrade.

The voice assistant didn't work at first but after restart it is now working.

Despite everyone saying the update should be done using the 2.0 usb plug, this didn't work for me so i used 3.0 usb with the IMG file in the 3.0 usb plug.(note here format as fat32 and place only the img file - I had some .tmp file on the usb and the update wouldn't start)

Hope this long reply helps someone that is in the similar situation and if anyone updated this model to GTV please share some insight on how it works.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] phuongnt75:
Just want to update for someone has the same issue: I replaced the mainboard with the one for 75R648 (US market) and my 75" mini LED TV has its new life now. Of course, I'm now using Roku instead of Google TV
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Staniiiiik:
TCL finally!!!! released OTA update v603 also for EU region and i received it now here in the Czech Republic. I asked TCL via all possible channels why my 75C935 didnt have any update even it is/was their flagship TV with 8 years software support (such long support TCL promises in the TV C935 datasheets...) and i was still on v474 for more then 6 months (V8-T61 5T03-LF1V474.000418) with lots of SW bugs. And after many many questions (mainly about the bugs i found) from my side about it they finally released it also in my region
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] phoy18:
guys, got lost. need some help.

what is the recommended img for 55P727 to update to google tv?

thanks in advance
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You have V315 (R51MT02).

Android TV (R51MT02).....there is V337 and V343 (even v999 beta 3 and 4)

Google TV (R51MT05).....need to flash any IMG file first.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] phoy18:
thanks mate.

just to me sure, I need to flash 1st with V337.

then what would be the best Google TV (R51MT05) IMG to use next?

thanks again
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Again,

if you want to stay on Android TV , update with V343 OTA zip file (or V999v4 beta).

Change to Google TV ,need to flash any R51MT05 IMG file first.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] NivStyle:
Hey guys,

my tv model is 65c637.

SW: V8-R51MT05-LFV1V524.021047

TV+ OS: V5.2.0(V8-2303300-MF1V520)

Is there any newer version? because the tv keeps lagging after turning it on and such. even after reset.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You posting in wrong topic.

C635 is here...

TCL 2022 Google TVs (P635/P735/C635/C735/C835/C935)

(43/50/55/65/75/85") P735...LED https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/p735 (43/50/55/65/75") C635...QLED (previous C725) https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/c635 (43/50") C735...QLED https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/50-43-c735 RT51M Platform (Realtek...

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or can use same firmware for C645....

TCL 2023 Google TVs (P745/P755/C645/C745/C755/C805/C845/C855/C955/X955)

(85") P745...LED https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/85-p745 (43/50/55/65/75/85") C645...QLED https://www.tcl.com/global/en/tvs/c645 RT51M Platform (Realtek RTD2880) Google TV- Android 11 CPU 64-bit A55×4 1.3GHz GPU G31x2 800MHz RAM 2GB DDR3-2133...

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] NivStyle:
Hey, Thanks for letting me know.

BTW, is there any difference between 635 and 637 (which I own)?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ShadowTrader:
Thanks for v999 for the c725k. Works great.

Silly question maybe. Is there a way to turn off subtitles by default in the media player?

The Media player is com.tcl.ui_mediaCenter. I tried in the media player settings and in the Android tv settings to no avail. Since the update its defaults to sub 1. It is a bit annoying. On the plus side the the new player seems to be work a lot smoother. :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
TCL R51MT02 Android TV Update available in V392.

TV models...

C645K, P755K, C655K

V8-R51MT02-LF1V392.021305

V392 OTA

https://shorturl.at/zEFNS

build date= Mar 21, 2024
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Antho02:
seems the file was removed but nice ill can check on tv if available
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauli00024:
V8-T221T01-LF1V610
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Not in this topic, for sure.

You know well where to ask for T221T01.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pauli00024:
i dont no
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Diamondss:
Hello,

I have 50C725 with ghosting even though I disabled fast boot.

Any suggestion?

V8-R51MT02-LF1V231.019198

V5.2.0(V8-2102250-MF1V520)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You still have old firmware V231. Look for V344 OTA in this topic and update.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Diamondss:
V344 is the latest version or the version known for fixing this issue?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I am not using that platform.

Just update, nothing to loose.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mmstos:
Hi,

It has been a while i don´t update my tv, TCLC825, firmware V8-T615T03-LF1V503, Would be possible to upgrade to V8-T615T03-LF1V605?

thanks for the help
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Yea, V603 or V605.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT02 Android TV Update available in V999.

TV models ....P725 & C725 (P815)

V8-R51MT02-LF1V999.021315

V999 OTA (Test Version #5)

For install remove "_Test_Version_5" in file name!

https://shorturl.at/ejIX9

build date= Apr 26 2024

security_patch= 2024-03-05
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] KyoZMan:
Hello Stasiof,

Thanks for the new version !

Install good.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dubsflyt:
link seems to be dead on this, any chance of a reupload?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Post updated....:)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] DerpMcDirt:
looking for 32s334-ca firmware, i flashed the update.img with a usb stick and now i got no response or a black screen. help
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Adams69:
VPN 100% working on the update (c645)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] maucorpat:
install good for 55C725 using power button a week ago and seem ok.

but i had GTV and now i have ATV. Im looking for a version with newer security patch in GTV. there are some one?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
GTV (R51MT05).....V999 test 2...... #746
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] VaanAuron:
Ok I hope I'm in the right place I'm so confused. Ok can someone help me understand if My TCL Google TV is getting android 12 or am I stuck on android 11 also is V8-R51MT05-LF1V813 the last update I'm getting or should I expect to get at least one more. Thanks in advance for any answers or help
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Even newer version ....by date.....

TCL R51MT02 Android TV Update available in V903.

TV models...... P725 & C725 (P815)

V8-R51MT02-LF1V903.021315

V903 OTA

https://shorturl.at/dhsvR

build date= May 8, 2024

security_patch= 2024-03-05

gmsversion= Android_11_R

build.fingerprint= TCL/BeyondTV6/BeyondTV4:11/RP1A.200622.001/AR10:user/release-keys

revision= 021315

OTA size= 1.62 GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] KyoZMan:
Hello Stasiof

I have a 55C725 TV where I installed version: V8-R51MT02-LF1V999.021315

However, I am trying to install version: V8-R51MT02-LF1V903.021315 (published today).

On my TV it says: The update package is not the latest, please check it.

Can you help me ?

THANKS
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Copy V903 zip file on USB and insert in TV input.

Off TV and flash as in IMG method (with TV power button).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] KyoZMan:
Ok it’s good. Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Chemicat8027:
Where i can find it? please
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Look in TCL 2022 or 2023 topic.....

​
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] maucorpat:
is this V8-R51MT02-LF1V903.zip the lates version or the V8-R51MT02-LF1V999_Test_Version_5 is the lates for C725 ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
By date, V903 is latest.

V999.021315....Apr 26 2024

V903.021315....May 08 2024
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jamn1k:
Hi i new here i want upgade my tcl 65 c815k uprgade but i dont know what is hight version for this one and good to upgade andoid as well ? thank you for help .
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
How about you post TV firmware version ?

Btw, I think you should post in this topic...

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] gosianiunia1:
Hello . I have a TV 55c825, software versions V8-R51MT02-LF1V141.020204, what software version can I update it to to have Google TV?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C825 and C825K not same.

For C825K (UK version) last dedicated firmware is V143.

However, to have Google TV need to flash any R51MT05 IMG file.

Not guarantee will work 100%.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] gosianiunia1:
Tanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] isawt1979:
Hi.

I have a TCL 43c725k. It has software version V8-R51MT02-LF1V142.020204

TV+OS version V5.2.0(V8-2108200-MF1V520)

Online update tells me I have latest version. Is there a better version I can flash to this TV? Is it possible to upgrade from android to Google TV?

The TV is a bit slow and the apps crash a lot. Very Grateful for any advice to improve it.

Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] johnnypearl:
I've already tested V8-T615T03-LF1V603, V8-T615T03-LF1V605 and V8-T615T03-LF1V613 via "OTA" and everyone is having problems with audio and image lag on MAX and PRIME, has anyone experienced this? I already formatted it and it didn't work, does anyone know what the latest "IMG" version was released for it? I only got V8-T615T03-LF1V503 on the website, I wanted to update via pen drive.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You have old firmware, latest (for UK models) R51MT02 is V344 ( or even V392)....... UK Version

For upgrade to Google TV, you need to flash any R51MT05 IMG file first.

Once you are in GTV, then can update with latest OTA zip file......R51MT05
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
IMG and OTA files..... T615T03
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] isawt1979:
Thank you.

Is GTV stable for my TV or will I have problems with it?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You can try, as anytime can go back to Android TV with R51MT02 IMG file.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] isawt1979:
Just a quick update in case it helps anyone else. I tried R51MT05 and switched to GTV. It seemed to work ok but the ITVX app wouldn't work. I get a error that the TV doesn't have the correct permissions. Not sure if there's a fix for this? I've switched back to the latest ATV version and all works very well.

Thanks for you help
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rozric:
Hi, I am new here and would like to know if I can be updated to Google TV
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
No, you have latest version.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rozric:
Thank you. However, I installed the v8-r851t02-lf1r815 firmware and I realise that it switched to GTV interface once I enabled the VPN.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
R815 is older version, anyway you can have GTV interface with any firmware, depend of location.

I have it without VPN.

Btw,

R815 is after V715 and before V722.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kanded:
how to get the gtv interface without vpn ? thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] roundaboutluke:
-Software version: V8-R51 MT02-LF1V923.021315

-Project ID: 38204

-Client type: TCL-EU-RTD51 M-S1

-Model number: 55P638K

Anyone have any idea what firmware would have been on this prior to the update? TV has been perfect for the spare room since Christmas, a rogue random OTA update has put my on this firmware and now my Apple TV (and subsequently entire smart home) can't turn on the damn box anymore.

I'd seriously have taken it straight back if CEC didn't function correctly out of the box, total piss take 6 months on to have it break itself.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I think has been .... V8-R51MT02-LF1V323.zip

This V923 (together with V903) has been very short time on TCL server, even I can't catch V923.

Copy zip file to USB and flash with IMG method (TV power button).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] roundaboutluke:
Absolute legend. Thanks for this. Flashed, CEC working properly again and have blacklisted the MAC from my router for the TV so I never wind up in this situation again!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] roundaboutluke:
Spoke to soon. TV is screwed now. Settings no longer change and resets every time the unit turns on, can’t factory reset and can’t even check for updates. Never buying one of these cheap POS TVs again
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I don't know what you doing with TV , but can flash IMG file again.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] roundaboutluke:
Just trying to modify picture settings eg turn off motion upscaling, tune colour etc. after tv turns off it all defaults back again. Option to apply to all sources is completely missing as well.

Thought factory reset might help but click erase all data and it just stops, does nothing and I can just leave via home button. Thought ok let’s try update so unblacklisted but now if I click update does same thing, just hangs doesn’t go to update check etc.

Tried reflash does which works but hasn't changed any of the above and retains all settings, guess I'm just going to have to wait for a newer firmware to come around and hope it fixes it. Guess it's from being on a higher firmware and going lower with no reset in-between probably broken it somewhere

Appreciate the help :)

Edit: Flashed version 392 from your post here (I am UK so makes sense). Standard update/reset function restored and settings are saving!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT05 Platform Google TV Update available in V999.

TV models....S546 (N.America)

V8-R51MT05-LF1V999.021316

V999 OTA (Test Version #1)

For install remove "_Test_Version" in file name!

https://shorturl.at/rhoJk

build date= Jun 27, 2024

security_patch= 2024-04-05
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Andre Franco:
Good evening, I have a TCL 55C725 TV (Brazil), and it is in infinite initialization, I have tried to put several versions of the V8-R51MT05-LF firmware, it finishes the first step of the installation and keeps restarting (with the TCL image). Anyone who can help me in this case ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Need to flash any R51MT05 IMG file.