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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] chxei:
Is there any changelog between builds? I'm on C825 and updated to v599 and I'm pretty positive calibration isn't same. I find myself changing picture modes frequently, which wasn't case before.

p.s. thanks for the builds
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
Changelogs aren't usually released for each TV update. No idea why
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
This must ask TCL itself.

Even when received auto update, in best case you will get......

"Optimize product experience and performance improvements"

and this also depend of region your TV has.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mpore14:
P745 50" here. Im wondering how i can play truehd content pls
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL T653T01 platform Google TV Update available in test M999.

TV models ....

85" & 98C655Pro

98P745/ P755

C745X2/ C755

C805/ C845X2/ C855

C955/ X955

V8-T653T01-LF1VM999.000779

M999 OTA (Test version)

For install.... rename to V999 and remove "_Test_Version_1" in file name!

https://shorturl.at/ptwH5

build date= Jan 21, 2024
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ThePS4Gamer:
Is this the long-awaited Android 14 beta?

Does this version fix the screen flickering in TV mode?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Android 14 ?....No

Is just "normal" Android 12 for that platform.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ThePS4Gamer:
Well, does this at least fix the TV mode flickering on the C745X2?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
No idea, I am not developer.

Firmware just posted and one user start to test on telegram.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kirb92:
Hello!

please tell me what is the latest stable (not beta) firmware I can download for c805, 50”, Poland/Ukraine. Wi-Fi does not offer anything, v8-t653t01-lf1v028 is installed…
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ThePS4Gamer:
Since it’s the T653T01 platform based on the MediaTek Pentonic 700 CPU, it’s V062.

But please stay away from V062 and stay on the factory ROM, as V062 is very buggy and you’ll regret installing it.

On my C745X2, the screen is flickering to black when I’m in TV mode.

Please do not install V062.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] firefly2023:
Ironically, the latest test version (M999) is fantastic unlike the official firmware version 062. V062 caused more issues than the previous versions (V018, V024).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kirb92:
Why are there no updates on Wi-Fi? Or is the last stable one?

My v8-t653t01-lf1v028

C805,50”
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ThePS4Gamer:
Because in your region, the firmware that came from the factory is the only officially downloadable image through OTA. V062 and M999 are only installable if you actively go out of your way and flash them onto your device through a USB drive.

I believe you should stay on V028, as it’s solid and stable. But for the folks who have made the same mistake as me and installed V062, go and install M999, as ironically, this beta build is super stable and has no glitches whatsoever. Major improvement over the buggy mess that was V062.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Europe region no update (yet), nobody know when.

Other regions, all has V062 as auto update.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
Hi@all,

I am using the model TCL 50QM8B (should be the C755 model) and made the mistake to update to V062.

Yesterday I install the test one and have following problem:

For Dolby Vision in Cinema mode there is always automatic given version Dolby Vision Dark. When I am trying to change it manualy to Dolby Vision Bright and go back to Standard Picture Mode it jumps to Dynamic. I need to change it manualy to Cinema again. The system didn't safe the Dolby Vision Mode Bright and is always in dark modus.

Behind on this the new feature Dolby Vision Precision Detail is only available in Dolby Vision Bright modus.

For the dark one you can't activate it.

Is anybody able to test this on his TV?

Thank you.

Regards,

leichenlager1980
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
That's 100% not true - I'm doing all my file operations on Mac, so don't spread misinformation.

You don't need anything special to put a ZIP or IMG onto a root folder of the pendrive :rolleyes:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
You could just 'that's quite correct' rather than telling someone off for spreading misinformation (or at least sounding that way) stasiof had been and is super helpful here and we all rely on him
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
No offence, but when you say with such confidence things that are so wrong, you should expect some response.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
Understood, but it's better to be polite
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
I agree - I'll try to be less harsh in the future
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Since you are only 4 months registred here, take a time and

found older posts when users (many of them) having problems, either with zip files or formatting USB drive, using MAC OS.

In mean time, maybe MAC OS are capable now to do as Windows based OS.

Your response can be more polite, as we can learn also something from MAC users....:)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
I may be registered here for only 4 months, but I've been around much longer. Anyway - 99% of the time it was users either unpacking OTA ZIPs instead of just straight copying them to the drive or putting zipped IMG on the drive, when they should unpack it. There just no technical reason for macOS to cause any problems, you just need to put the right file on to a correctly (using the correct filesystem) formatted usb stick. Been doing it for years, updating various brands of TVs, without any problems caused by OS.

(And yeah, I know macOS can sometimes create additional files on the drive, but it has never caused me any issues on TCL or any other tv).

So please excuse my harsh comment, but we should stick to proven information and knowledge and someone not familiar with macOS (or any other OS) should not make statements about it.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kurtschmeichel:
Yes Macs are capable of formatting FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT. The only thing Macs can't do (out of the box) is NTFS write and format. If some people have trouble, it could be a user error. ;) I flashed and rooted all my phones with my Mac, and also updated the TV (to v062 :/) from my Mac.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ezzony:
Guys I'm finding all these codes very confusing.

I've written down my specs, maybe someone can identify if there's an update available.

Model C645K (UK)

Software Update

3.7.0.1.23111

Your software is up to date

Software Version:

V8-R51MT02-LF1V342.021019

TV+OS version:

V5.2.0(V8-2303150-MF1V520)

Thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You have latest version....

Software Version:

V8-R51MT02-LF1V342.021019

there is no dedicated update for C645K and Android TV OS.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ma5te12m1nd:
Hello,

Good day!

We just bought a brand new TCL 55" C647 (Basically just a local retail store-exclusive C645).

Software is up-to-date. Everything is great but one thing that really annoys me is the Timezone that "randomly" resets to GMT+00:00

It's already set to "Auto Synchronization".

I've read somewhere that it could be due to my router's automatic timezone/date-time settings but it's already set to my country.

Anyone else also having this issue? Any workaround/fix to this?

Thank you
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rafy1991:
Turn off Auto sync and set manualy
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ma5te12m1nd:
Already tried that but the clock drifts so bad I had to turn Auto Sync again. Thanks for your reply btw.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rafy1991:
Try factori reset
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ma5te12m1nd:
No luck. Already tried factory reset several times. Even from the secret service menu in Contrast.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ezzony:
Thanks!

Only issue I have is mic gets activated randomly and a menu pops up at the bottom of the screen prompting for voice input.

I wonder if there's a a way to disable that, i don't use the smart tv functions at all as I have a htpc.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL R51MT05 Platform Google TV Update available in V599.

TV models....C64x & P74x & Q73x & QLED770

(P635/8(EU) & P735 & C635 & 43/50C735)

......(P725 & C725)

V8-R51MT05-LF1V599.021273

V599 OTA

https://shorturl.at/ahyK1

build date= Jan 16, 2024

build.date.utc= 1705410412

security_patch= 2023-06-05

gmsversion= Android_11_GTVs

build.fingerprint= TCL/G03_4K_GB/BeyondTV4:11/RP1A.200622.001/AR07:user/release-keys

revision= 021273

OTA size= 1.75 GB
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Alyx5000:
Hey guys, I have a tcl 43c645k on the lastest firmware and i was wondering if I could root it? I can't find anything about it anywhere. I have access to 4k android TV boxes but they are not as new, 4k hdr10. I'd like to keep the dolby audio and video aspects on my TV and also increase the speed of it as its quite laggy.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ma5te12m1nd:
I don't find the need to root your TV.

Give it a chance. I thought it was laggy at first. It appears apps were just being updated in the background.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Alyx5000:
Well I had hoped that in the past but I'm still having the same issue. I have some spare minio PC's and pi's (2nd gen) lying around and thought they might be good but the things is they dont support HVEC 2.65 or above and im caught between quality and performance haha

I thinkn I will however deal with for a while as I love my TV but hope to upgrade to a large one since its too small for the distance I'm viewing at (3 meterish).

If anyone is having similar thought I did hesitate on getting the nvidia shield pro but that if your only willing to sink another 200 on a TV that costs 400 .
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] spl_decibel:
any feedback?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mariuszc702:
how to enter the TCL 43C645 service menu. I need to change the settings to search for DVB-T and DVB-T2 channels
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Type in SEARCH...service menu ....(in this thread)....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mariuszc702:
there is no description for google tv
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Same....ATV or GTV.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mariuszc702:
just write how to do it, it is not written anywhere for GTV or ATV
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
#95
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] FrickDude:
Hi Stasiof - I'm just catching up here in this thread now because it looks like my R646 latest update is posted in this thread? I was watching another I thought was being posted in the TCL 2021 thread. Thanks for any clarification/guidance for where I should be lurking. Is this now the correct thread for the N. American R646? Thanks for all you do with keeping these accessible for us.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
R646 start with production year, so probaly 2021 models.

I posted here V291 ,as depend to 2023 models, but of course R646 can use.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Last 7 days, I reading (2-3 cases) that using MacOS ,still having problems with firmware files.

Just sample from today....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
What exactly was the issue? Cause this means absolutely nothing. I'd like that person to explain how downloading something on the Mac differs from downloading the same thing on a Windows PC? (hint: it doesn't differ at all. BUT Safari has this - I admit extremely stupid - default setting ("Open Safe Files After Downloading") where it unpacks every archive upon downloading automatically, which may interfere in the process, especially if it unpacks the OTA zip - but I'd imagine someone messing with firmwares, would be wise enough to either disable it, notice that it was unpacked or just use other browser). Still not exactly Mac fault but rather user fault. How can you even think, that a modern OS can't be used to download a zip and put it on a usb stick is way beyond me - and all this on a XDA Developers forum...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
T653T01....M999 test 2 is out....

https://shorturl.at/akrT7
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Latest TCL apps from M999 test 2....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
Any notable changes?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Compared to what ?

Read about test 1 here......LINK

or arround this post... #1,219

and difference in test 2....(to test 1)...

First observation....

Some TCL default apps have been updated, like Game Bar, Media Center, Airplay Launcher, Quick Panel, etc...

Motion is also corrected on HDR10+
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
Hah, good question - I guess I was thinking "compared to the ones from the last non-beta firmware" ;) (also to make sure - I was asking about those apps, not the firmware - I'm curious if it's worth putting them on regular firmware)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You can always do "uninstall updates" and be back on apps default version, which came with firmware.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rafy1991:
I have test 1 installed, how install test 2?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Download zip file and just remove "_Test_Version_2" in file name!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
And I had to - on my C935 the Quick Menu was laggy and stuttery, Game Bar could not be activated (I had the pop up but nothing was happening when I was holding the Game Bar button on the remote), the Media Player works fine but is still useless, and the AirPlay app would not install (update) at all.

I'm on v599 firmware
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Is more for TV's with Pentonic and not 2022 models.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
I guess so - still worth trying, at least to let others know for sure :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] arielekagatka:
Stasiof ... I know that I am 37 and my eyes may not working propely anyway I dont see test 2 ZIP file 🤣
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] zenix123456:
Top left, 3 dots, download
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Because link is not posted, asumed that everybody know where to look.....:D

Now, post will be updated......
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cnksf:
What is My model when i have QM8B ( idk what it is exactly a model of TCL) (V8-T653T01-LF1V024) coz i want to flash it
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C805 in Europe or C755 global.

Model itself is not so important to flash.

Firmware is much important, so look at your firmware version....T653T01 platform.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] justatekkie:
Where can I find the release notes please?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] nghiadang391:
Hi all, what is the lasted version for c645? Thanks in advance.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Just 2 pages back.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] cnksf:
Can any1 could help me with it when im googling im lost and alone.

I really don't know how to search it and where to look for it....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 001248/776:
There's no such thing in TCL world.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] arielekagatka:
does the reminder work for you?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
Hi stasiof,

are you one of the devs or has a directly contact to them?

My question would be if there are some information about the changelog/difference between test 1 + 2.

I update from V062 to M999 V1.

Thanks in advance for an answer.

Regards,

leichenlager1980
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
Tcl don't release changelogs
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Neither dev or have contact with them.

As per users, some TCL default apps have been updated, like Game Bar, Media Center, Airplay Launcher, Quick Panel, etc...

Motion is also corrected on HDR10+.

Other then this, no idea.

Edit:

Many users says that v1 is better then v2.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
Thanks, better as nothing.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
So it means with new fw take it or leave it or update on your own risk?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Same is with auto update. you never get changelog.

Most you can get is......

"Optimize product experience and performance improvements"
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pantano14:
Hi, I just purchased the TCL 43C641 from amazon.

I wanted to know what the latest update available for this version was.

Why is only the c645 model mentioned and not the c641?

Do some features change between these two versions?

Sorry for the translation, I'm Italian
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C641 and C645, same firmware.

What is your TV firmware version?

Latest firmware is in post ...... #454
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pantano14:
This is my version
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pantano14:
hi guys, I downloaded the V8-R51MT05-LF1V599 firmware for my tcl 43c641. I formatted the pen drive to exFAT, extracted the file and inserted it into the pen drive.

When I go to Local Update the TV doesn't find anything, why?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Who told you USB format to exFAT ?

And extract OTA zip file !...... :eek:

F.A.Q. and useful guides for TCL TVs [Flashing, Firmwares, etc]

Hello people, since discussions about TCL TVs are very populated, and sometimes it's difficult to find what one searches, here's a bunch of posts that can be useful to everyone. Some questions are asked constantly so I decided to collect them in...

xdaforums.com
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] G1032:
Delete
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] maurizio.n:
I have a problem with my new TCL 50C805 which I am fully satisfied with.

I connected a pair of Bluetooth earphones and the volume goes to a maximum of 30 to 100 which is insufficient to listen and unfortunately the headphones, not having local volume control through touch controls, are effectively unusable.

Anyone have this problem?

Are there solutions?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] pantano14:
Hello everyone, thanks for the help regarding the installation of firmware 5.99 for the tcl43c641.

I have a problem with dazn, can any of you help me?

When watching matches the images are not smooth. There are slowdowns when watching matches and micro shots . This only happens with Dazn. It will be a problem of the application and how it is handled by the TV. With other apps (Prime Video,Netflix, Paramount) I have no problems.

Can someone help me?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Try different versions.....

Download DAZN - Watch Live Sports APKs for Android - APKMirror

Download DAZN - Watch Live Sports APKs for Android - APKMirror Free and safe Android APK downloads

www.apkmirror.com
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
hello stasiof, i recently purchased tcl c745x2 and updated the firmware on it and it's riddled with bugs and stutters, etc i want to install the test version you have shared earlier which version should i install? v1 or v2?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
i tried to upgrade to v1 firmware and it says update interrupted, how can i update the firmware?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michal6677:
Is it possible to install this to C845X1?

Is there any compatible version with Android 12 for C845X1?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Which firmware you have now in TV ?

M999v1 is cleary stated.....

For install rename to V999 and remove "_Test_Version_1" in zip file name!

So, copy ZIP file on USB FAT32 (or NTFS).

You can install in 2 ways, either with local update in setting or with TV power button (when TV is Off) in IMG method.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
- No

- No

Latest fw is V599 (T615T03),

or V999 beta 28.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
yes i renamed it and i tried both methods, it's not working for me. Any help?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Not answering my first question.....

Explain in details...."not working".....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
It was v062 version and i managed to update it to v2 firmware (i factory reset the tv first and then setup as basic tv and then updated the firmware, i plugged in the usb to usb 3.0 instead of usb 2.0) and so far honestly everything is working perfectly, no more lags and it is no longer forgetting the picture settings! thank you so much for sharing these firmwares.

Just one more thing where do you find these firmwares?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
OK,

you should try v1 first, as some said that is better.

Anyway, where I found firmware is not for public.

TCL stuff also reading, hehe....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
cool! btw what issues are people reporting with v2? because so far i haven't faced any and how v1 is better?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Read more here or here
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
I haven't faced any of the mentioned issues so far but lets see also i read that if you update firmware you lose warranty on the product? so i am wondering is it possible to roll back to original firmware if any issue arises in the future and i have to claim warranty?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
In the future (soon) will be "V" IMG file , so you can flash back.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
Is it not possible to go back from 999v2 to 999v1? Always says error while installing process
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] zenix123456:
No, you can't!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
For downgrading need img file right?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ThePS4Gamer:
The issue is that the factory IMG is still not leaked.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
Yes i see :( then must stay on 999v2 and must wait...maybe tcl support can help sending a IMG?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ThePS4Gamer:
This is exactly what we are waiting for…

A brave soldier contacting TCL support for an image file and leaking it online to help others.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] freebirdofhell:
just wondering if i go back to original img file, will it appear as stock? also since these versions are test versions usually how long it takes for stable versions to release?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
I wrote over 1h with tcl support and call with them, no chance to get IMG...they only say send the tv to us :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
T653T01....M999 test 3 is out...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
Installed v3 and tested looks very good and smooth picture
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Good, can you post "About" pic (from setting) ?

Thx....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
Good Morning,

any chance to get some information about changes for V3?

I am running V2 at the moment.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
I also was on v2 and not happy...all sources very smooth picture now with v3...tested sdr hdr and dolbyvision...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
Can I ask which problem do you had with V2?

The only thing which I recognize was that HDR10+ don't like like it should (no adaptive part, too dark and no difference to normal HDR10).

My other problem which I recognize yesterday was that SDR was oversaturated and unnatural look.

But strange after 3 hrs this was gone. Checked with sat receiver.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] os110290:
My biggest problem was that the picture was haltingly...what i realise is that you have since v2 another hdr option gamma under expert settings in hdr picture mode.you should turn it on very different hdr after turning on like real hdr...on v3 also have this option...try out please this option
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leichenlager1980:
Will do today evening.

My HDR settings are normally these:

HDR modes

Option/Mode HDR and HDR10+ Dolby Vision

Picture Mode Cinema DV IQ + Presicion Detail

Glow 100 100

Contrast 100 100

Black Level 50 50

Dynamic ContrastOff Off

ECO mode

Off Off

Local dimming Off Off

Microdimming Off Off

Gamma 0 0

Dynamic Tone Mapping (HDR only)

Off

HDR mode On

color saturation50 50

Hue 0 0

Dynamic Color Off Off

Blue light filter Off Off

color temperature Warm (-5)

Color range Auto Auto

White Balance Without touching Without touching

Sharpness 3 3

MPEG NR Off Off

noise reduction Off Off

Clear gradation Off Off

Led with clear movement Off Off

Blur Network 0 0

vibration network 0 0

color space Auto Auto