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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
I also have a C725, if you want to switch to Google TV, just install the image file, it doesn't matter which version, preferably the latest v488.

How to IMG upgrade

1. Format a USB Flash drive using FAT32.

2. Download the zip file containing the software for your TV to your computer.

3. Unzip/extract the software.

4. Copy the software file to the root catalogue of the USB flash drive.

5. Unplug the power cord to your TV.

6. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the back of the TV.

7. Press and hold the power button on the TV, not the remote.

8. While holding the button on the TV, plugin the power cord of the TV again.

9. When the software install message appears on the TV, release the power button.

10. Do not unplug the power cord during the software install. When the initial setup screen appears on the TV the software install is completed.

This method will reset Android settings and installed apps.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
Hello guys, I have a 43C725 GTV on FW 418.

Should I update to 488?

If so, do I loose all my settings?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
Is it ok for 43C725 V8-R51MT05-418 Google TV Italian? Do I updaate via USB?

Do I loose my settings?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
I think you can upgrade, V488 is only IMG, so you will lose settings and applications, only picture settings will remain
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Update with V482 OTA zip file, nothing will be lost.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jambamen:
Hi,is the zip file complete??? Because always it said that the file is corapt...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Try other USB FAT32 drive....

No problem with file,depend how you download.

Hope you are not downloading with Mac.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
I had no problem with that
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
I can't decide between OTA Update V482 or fresh install of V488.

What do you think
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Try both if you are unsure, anytime you can change, just is works a bit...

Up to you.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] christonge:
V488 seems faster than V482 plus the sound profile has improved on Pass Through to external speakers. The picture quality so far is great... I'd definitely recommend installing it.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
V488 is native for 2022 models and V482 for 2021 models....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sakitobaki:
Hi to all. I want to downgrade from V8-R51MT05-LF1V488 to R51MT02 v272 and then to update to 277 but v272 link doesn't work.

Someone have working link to v272?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Filip95_PL:
V272 IMG file...

V8-R51MT02-LF1V272.020169

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YVx6NkaUbY_KxVLA-LNsxI4xTo82zWcp/view
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
Hello,

My 55C725 TCL TV was originally on V8-R51MT02-LF1V

246

. With help from @stasiof, I upgraded to V8-R51MT02-LF1V

315

(my current TV version).

Could you please let me know if it is possible for me to install V8-R51MT

05

-LF1V

488

directly on my 55C725 TCL TV? I am comfortable with both Google TV and Android TV.

Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
Yes, you can
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
You can. Try and let us know how it works.

I tried on my 43C725 and it doesn't work properly. I had to roll back to V281
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Which V281 ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
Hello,

Could you please let me know what problems did you face?

Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
Hello,

Were you able to solve this issue or does the problem still exists? Have you tried to factory reset the TV?

I have 55C725 EU version and I am planning to install V488.

Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Filip95_PL:
Hello

I could not solve this problem but I dealt with it by installing the Plex application that can play files via the local network and transfer 5.1 sound and detect the image format correctly and I do not have to transfer video files to a USB flash drive. Besides, the soft v488 is fine in my opinion.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
It stuck on TCL registration.

quick boot didn't work properly: each time I switched the TV off, the initial setup started again.

It was very unstable. Now I'm on V481 and it is almost perfect: very fluent firmware, TV doesn't reboot, colors settings don't get lost after I switch the TV off. And quick boot works perfectly too. If you have some time to spend, try to install V488 and if you're not satisfied, roll back to V281.

Someone on TG told me V488 is for TV built in 2022...well, I don't know if this can be true for every TV but it was so with mine!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
AGAIN, can you post link to V281 ?

This version is NOT posted here and supose to be Android TV !
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] christonge:
Strange... I have the same model 43C725 from 2021 and V488 is working perfectly. Quick start as well.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
Similar experience 43c725 from 2021, v488 is the best software for me so far
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
Hello,

I have installed V488 on my 55C725 (2021). I did not face any issues with native media player. So, far everything is normal. However, I feel that the Android TV UI is smoother and uncluttered compared to Google TV. There is lot of useless suggestions being displayed on Google TV which in my case is not at all revenant, however it can be turned off using apps only mode in settings. I don't like the layout of the settings menu as it blocks the content. HDR10 works well. Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision work like before.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] zam.hs:
Hi everyone, anyone have firmware img not ota for R51MT04? Really need your help because i flashed the wrong region. Thank you soo much.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] zam.hs:
Do you have the IMG file for this firmware? V8-R51MT04-LF1V122
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Blitzwaffen:
Does any USB port on the TV work?

thank you so much!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
Yes, on my 55C725 it worked on both the USB ports. But I prefer USB 3.0.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] solman67:
Same for me, V488 with 43C725, till now, perfect. Quickstart working, no resets.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
I have a 43c725 and there is only one USB /3.0/
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] deemigs:
I'm from the Philippines and I just bought a TCL 55c725. I tried updating the firmware to v488 but after the update, I am now seeing image retention on my screen. I wasn't able to check which firmware I had before. What should I do? Which firmware should I use?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
At least you should know, if came with Android TV or Google TV installed?

ATV firmware is R51MT02

GTV firmware is R51MT05
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
In Philipines, it looks like it is sold as Google TV. @deemigs

TCL C725-QLED 4K HDR Google TV -TCL Philippines

TCL C725's impressive picture quality is ideal for all your favorite movies, sports, and streaming content with a true Dolby Vision experience.

www.tcl.com

C725 Series QLED 4K HDR 60Hz MEMC Dolby Vision Dolby Atoms Google TV
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] exantas:
Does anybody have tested any firmware version where Dolby Atmos work in Disney Plus?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cochestreet:
Hi everybody, I'm from Argentina so I'm sorry for my bad english.

I bought a TCL 55C725 which has Google TV v411 (if I'm not mistaken, the system description says "V8-R51MT05-LF1V411.020328). The system works quite slow, with lags, application closures, etc.

Is it safe to upgrade to v488? What would be the safest procedure to do it? I don't want to do it wrong and brick it.

Thank you!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] faultydiff:
Hi All. I have searched but can't find a clear answer. I have the 55c728k (UK) is there an official Android 11 software that I can install that will work with this model? TCL website for UK only has ATV v9.0
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] rambo34:
As far as I can see, no there isnt.

I've tried Android 11, and Google TV on the UK models, and although they do work, there are some bugs that make it not fully compatible.

My UK C275K is pretty much useless at the moment, as TCL have a forced update to v143, which has caused the earc to stop working. I downgraded to v142, but it automatically updates back to v143, with no option to turn off auto updates.

Pretty disappointed with TCL now that they've done that!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Filip95_PL:
But TCL TVs have the option to disable automatic updates, whether in the menu after configuring the TV or even at the very beginning of the configuration, the TV asks whether to enable or disable the automatic software update.

At least on the European versions of TCL TVs, but I don't think it should matter.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] rambo34:
Unfortunately not on the UK ones, well, certainly not the C725K model anyway.

Its not in setup, or settings, so if there is an option, its hidden in a secret menu haha.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT05 Google TV Update available in V496.

R51MT05 Platform P638 & P735 & C635.........(P725 & C725).

V8-R51MT05-LF1V496.020729

V496 OTA file

https://terabox.com/s/1lYQFCRORHuu6HF_5cn8tjw

build date= Aug 25 2022

build.date.utc= 1661437549

security_patch=2022-06-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTVs

build.fingerprint=TCL/G03_4K_GB/BeyondTV4:11/RP1A.200622.001/AR05:user/release-keys

revision= 020729

OTA size= 1.59GB

V496 IMG file

V8-R51MT05-LF1V496.zip

drive.google.com

IMG size= 3.39GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL T615T03 Google TV Update available in V463.

MT9615 Platform ....C735 & C835/C935.......(C728 & C825)

V8-T615T03-LF1V463

V463 OTA

https://cloud.mail.ru/public/QdSg/23GzJyDRC/V8-T615T03-LF1V463.zip

or

File on MEGA

mega.nz

build date= Jul 19 2022

build= 1658242111

security_patch= 2022-04-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTV

product.build.fingerprint= TCL/G05_4K_GB/G05:11/AR2101/AR18:user/release-keys

revision= ?

OTA size= 1.72 GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ashenphoenix:
My 55C725 is currently on R51MT02 V315 (Android).

If I don't update manually to new Google TV version, will I ever get the update via OTA?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
No.

Post your TV Project ID.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ashenphoenix:
Weird, I didn't expect this.

Project ID: 6567

TCL Model Number: 55C725N

Software: V8-R51MT02-LF1V315.020654

Kernel is pretty new: 4.14.198+ ... July 1, 2022...

So I guess I just flash the v488 via a pendrive. Should be safe, right? :)

I did many flashing and custom rom installs on phones, but this is the 1. time I have an Android TV. I'd like to make it into a Google TV, because why not.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Aurron:
Hi, I have a problem with the 43C725. When I plug a USB stick or USB-HDD into the TV, the WiFi connection no longer works.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
i am on V477 any new ota which i can use or just img file?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] osamaanjum:
I have TCL 55C725 and, I moved from Android TV V315 to Google TV V488 without any issues by flashing using a pen drive. I would not recommend you to move to Google TV, I think that Android TV has a much cleaner interface and the Google TV interface is very cluttered. But finally, it all boils down to personal preference.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
any ota for V477?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Use search in this thread....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
i have but cant understand i am just asking cause i dont wana mess anything up. all updates i find are the IMG files.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] liPillON:
GoogleTV V488 added an option to switch the TV home page to "app-only mode"

it disables the assistant and all recommendations, resulting in a snappier experience - similar to the one whe had with AndroidTV
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] bilalwarraich:
i am gona update from v477 to v496 it gona reset the tv since its IMG. is it worth updating? please let me know
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mckay1988:
hi!

whis is the latest firmware img to P615K?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Proper 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...

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] emwu_:
Is there any way to report bugs to the firmware devs? I wrote to my country's TCL support, they said they passed it on, but I doubt it.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] faultydiff:
Does anyone know if TCL has provided any sort of timeline for when or if the UK version of 2021 TV's will receive Android TV 11?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ford3d:
Hello I have the tcl c825 Platform T615T03 Google TV with its factory firmware. how do i install game bar? Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] fabbius69:
TCL P625 Android tv v715, for factory reset which password should I enter? 1234 is not working
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
TCL P625 ?...first time I hear about this model.

Try 0423 or 0000
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] fabbius69:
Excuse me, P615.

0423 works
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Here is thread about your model...(platform)....

https://xdaforums.com/t/tcl-android...covery-tcl-beyondtv-beyondtv.4025755/page-187
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] warrenkb:
Updated to V306 on an S546 and the update menu and volume display have reverted to what looks like an old UI. Is this normal?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] romansavov:
Hello ! Please, someone explain how the intelligent sound adjustment works. My C725 is connected to a PC as a monitor. I play my movies and videos from it (VLC player). When intelligent sound is enabled, result is Atmos is automaticaly off and Sound mode is set to Standard, doesn't matter the incoming audio type. For me personaly in general the Dynamic mode sounds best, and Atmos enabled. Maybe the Intelligent settings detect and adjust the sound correct when the content is played using the TV's own hardware and software, from installed application or flash memory. Please share your experience and opinion !
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL T615T01 Android TV Update available in V999.

MT9615 Platform ....C728 & C825.......

V8-T615T01-LF1V999.000371

V999 OTA (Test Version)

For install remove "_Test_Version" in file name!

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build date= Aug 29 2022

build= 1661787311

security_patch= 2022-06-05

gmsversion= Android_11_R

product.build.fingerprint= TCL/C05_4K_GB/C05:11/AR2101/AR26:user/release-keys

revision= 000371

OTA size= 1.65 GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] DidierXDA:
Hi,

I upgraded the new T615T01 V999. (my tv is 75C728)

In Developeur mode, it seems no longer possible to keep the MTP USB mode.

So I can no longer use my webcam with Google Duo.

Could you fixe usb configuration MTP (Media Transfer Protocol), USB Charging mode is useless at all on a TV.

Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] DidierXDA:
And now, how downgrade the firmware ?

The V096 flash cannot be taken care of.

Have you procédure for downgrade please.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Downgrade only with IMG file, like V083 IMG.

Or upgrade to Google TV also with T615T03 any IMG file.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] DidierXDA:
Thanks, i prefer interface android TV no google tv
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
So, V083 IMG first, then => V091 OTA or V096 OTA....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Extreme26:
Hi, this is not for C725 ?

Any OTA after Gtv 496 ?

Ciao
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Nicole Ridgway:
no. This is for C728. Install the V496 via img file.

EDIT #01: I just installed V496 on my TV and I'm stuck on TCL registration after a quick boot. It also happened when I installed the V488.

I'm going back to previous Firmware.

EDIT #02: I installed V482 [V435 img + V482 OTA via local USB] and TV is again working.

As I read on Telegram, some net TVs don't support newer firmwares. I should check again the Product ID (or whatever it is called). Some were speaking about panels built in 2021. I'll update this reply as soon as I can.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT05 Google TV Update available in V335

for the following TV models:

- S546 - N.America

V8-R51MT05-LF1V335.020726

V335 OTA file

V8-R51MT05-LF1V335

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= Aug 02 2022

build= 1659452169

security_patch= 2022-06-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTV

product.build.fingerprint= TCL/G03_4K_US/BeyondTV4:11/RP1A.200622.001/GTV85:user/release-keys

revision= 020726

OTA size= 1.461 GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
dear stasio,..

thanks for update as always.

but, after install this version, I got 1 issue so far..I can't use voice search via google voice direct to tv,..Its not working at all. I've check all setting in voice/google acc but not help.

this version have an option to choose tcl tv menu or google tv as well. But I dont find the way to switch it after first choose at first. w/ google TV, U can use google voice assistent..but hmmmfh u know all the disturb thing..

Did u test it by urself before? btw I haven't try v488, just go to 496..smooth UI

Im using TCL Q725 (Indonesia) known as C725/,..P725 (med class)

please help,..Im looking forward for you direction bro,..or anyone..whose faced same issues..

thanks before - after
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Firmware before ?

As you see in header ,is mainly for 2022 models.

Try ResetAll and reset shop from service menu, so you will have initial setting again.

So, somehow glitches in older models is possible.

I think you should try V482 OTA version, of course must downgrade with IMG file first.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Hi stasio, thanks for ur kindly reply my post to the issue I faced now?!

FYI .. These ROM works smoothly..ever!! And I love it...

Hmmm..my rom before this not sure.. I just buy these last week and forgot to check f/w series.. TCL Q725..

Now I just Eeeeeeerrrrrgggh so mad!!

I like use latest f/w as usual..but things happen... hmmmmfh.

And yes.. I do reset but same..nothing happen..so weird?!

Before 496..I already download v488 ,..same..from the link U share here and everywhere..LOL. but when I check forward..there is V.496.. so I cancel download and install v496..then now .. this what I got. 🤔😑🙄😏😣😥😪😓

Why I should try V482 as ur suggest??

I really forget and dont mind.. what is original factory software for this model.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] chichichaucha:
Hello good evening. I have a TCL P725. I can't get it to work normally with any version. I tried versions v477, v481, v488, v496, they all have the same problem, when Dolby Vision is activated it starts to automatically raise and lower the brightness, super annoying. I went back to v418, but objects or people have an aura around them, like a phantom specter around people or objects. Can someone tell me if there is a stable version without these problems or any solution? Please
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] guiseco:
Same thing here.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
I don't have such problems, I read this procedure on Telegram, maybe it will help:

Problem with the change of brightness in scenes solved, you found the solution!

This is the method that has worked for me:

1. Activate Quick Start

2. Turn off and unplug the TV

3. Turn on the TV

4. Let it load all the GTV UI

5. Turn off the TV with the remote control button

6. Turn the TV back on with the button on the remote

7. Put the movie or series with Dolby Vision

8. Enjoy, finally, the movie or series without brightness changes in the scenes.

This must be done every time the TV is turned on if it has been turned off by unplugging it previously.

Clarification: After point 4, do not play the movie or series, because this method will not work. It only works if you first turn off and restart the TV with the remote control button (points 5 and 6) before playing the movie or series.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
It so frustating I believe?! U must set it up every single time ..
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Sady94:
Does anyone have V8-R51MT02-LF1V256.019836 img file? if have please share its link

As original link posted by @stasiof is broken

Original Link
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
TCL closed server a year ago.

Backup link :

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Sady94:
Thanks for quick response... I am upgrading to v315 some users mentioned in thread v315 has SPDIF issue in that case i will downgrade to v256 which is factory updated version in my region.

1. is it safe keeping in view of my c725 current details?

2. Also in case of downgarde via usb img method will it remove netflix ESN? (what is netflix ESN used for i see some users have ESN field empty)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Sady94:
@stasiof i have successfully updated my tv to v315 but as expected my Netflix ESN has been removed. Can you please help me install it via some settings or any method for it?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Try to reflash firmware.

No special method to display,anyway Netflix will work.

You have also V272 and V309 IMG file...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajsko:
Try launching the Netflix app, you can find it there as well /help>device/. It also happened to me that the ESN was displayed in the info only later.

"Netflix identifies your device by its Electronic Serial Number (ESN), which is assigned by the device manufacturer"
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Sady94:
Thanks for help @stasiof & @Rajsko .... After update ESN was removed... Then using service menu i reset the device and done shop reset. After restart and initial setup, same ESN was restored by device itself.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Browne2494:
Hi! I wonder if someone can assist. I have a TCL C725k 65", purchased in Ireland in the last month. It's stuttering quite badly on all content, currently running V8-R51MT02-LF1V130.019582

Does anyone have a solution for this? Would updating to a new firmware work? Thanks!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Yeah..idem. Me too.. new f/w offer smoother interface w/ some issues which is very disturbing.. however, I'll try re download 488,496 .. if the prob still appear to be same (dolby vision and google voice). Hmmm..I should back to stock firmware. Thats it all..

This thread interesting btw..I like try something new.

And again..I assure u that 496 is very smooth and fast as well?!!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ford3d:
Hello I have a TCL C825 FW 463 I can't get Atmos on Netflix Any solution? Thank you
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Update to latest V143 ......... #1,548
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] magic378:
Hi stasio..do u have any idea/solution for me,..please?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I already posted you, to try V482.

Read description to flash proper (older) IMG file first ,as update from newer version is getting black screen.

To know more, type V482 in search for this thread....