Hisense Electric LCDF0109, LCDF0106 User Manual

ES-G170388-1

Hisense H8C Series

4K Ultra High-Denition

Smart TV

Quick Start Guide

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Enjoy 4K TV in a Super Sharp, Super Powerful and Super Smart Way!

Smart LED TV with Popular Features

• Ultra-fast access to launch Netflix®

• Numerous built-in social media, gaming and movie apps

• Thousands of movie titles and streaming content to view

• AirBridge technology to share content between the TV and

your mobile device

• Hisense-developed HiMedia Player to play back digital

content that's stored on your USB drive or in a Cloud
account

• Many other cool features

High-Quality Picture and Sound

• Vibrant contrast and brightness to display images

accurately

• Crisp sound and powerful TV speaker output due to dbx-

tv® technology

• 4K technology that supports 4K online streaming, 4K USB

content, HDMI 2.0 devices and much more to maximize
your entertainment experience

• HDR processing and Multi-zone local dimming

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Multiple Connection Methods

• Built-in wireless connection

• 3 USB Connectors (2 USB 2.0 Connectors and 1 USB 3.0

Connector)

• 4 HDMI Connectors (2 HDMI 1.4 Connectors and 2 HDMI 2.0

Connectors)

• 1 LAN (Ethernet) port

Easy Setup Menu and Simple Design

• Short and easy-to-follow first-time setup menu

• Simple user interface (UI) design to navigate the TV screens

• Descriptive features to help make your selections

WELCOME TO THE HISENSE FAMILY!

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hisense H8C Series 4K Ultra High-Definition Smart TV! This Quick
Start Guide will walk you through a few easy steps to set up your TV.

Because we value your business, we want to keep you in the know of 'all things Hisense'. Using your mobile phone, scan the Registration page QR code
to register your TV. Depending on the make and model of your phone, you may need to download a QR code scanning app.

Country

U.S.A

CANADA

MEXICO

Customer Care Center Hisense Support Page REGISTER YOUR TV

• Phone: [phone]

• Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: 9 AM to 9 PM EST

Saturday - Sunday: 9 AM to 6 PM EST

• Service Email: [e-mail]

• Phone: [phone]

• Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: 8 AM to 8 PM EST

• Service Email: [e-mail]

• Phone: [phone]

• Hours of Operation:Monday - Friday 9:00-18:00

• Service Email: [e-mail]

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support/

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http://www.hisense.com.mx/
support/

http://www.hisense­usa.com/support/
productReg.asp

canada.com/support/
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com.mx/support/
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Disclaimer: This Quick Start Guide is intended as a general guideline to help you set up your Hisense TV.
Images throughout this document are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product.

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Packaged contents

Your package in which you purchased your new TV contains the following items:

2 AAA batteries A left and right leg that forms the TV stand

H8C Series 4K UHD Smart TV Quick Start Guide Important Safety Information and Warranty Card leaflet

4 screws (ST4×25) for 50" 4 screws (M4×20) for 55"

Remote Control Power Cord

IMPORTANT:

To prevent accidentally discarding items that came with your TV, be sure to check ALL of the foam in the carton box.

Please check foam for accessories before discarding.

·

Veuillez vérifier la mousse pour qu'il n'y ait pas d'accessoires avant de la jeter.

·

Antes de desechar la espuma, asegúrese de retirar todos los accesorios.

·

Required tools and devices

Wireless router (not included) for Internet connectivity

Phillips screwdriver (not included) to secure the TV stand

HDMI and other types of cables (not included) to connect external devices to the TV

Wall mount bracket (not included) if you prefer to mount the TV to the wall

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Buttons and Ports on the H8C Series 4K UHD Smart TV

TV Side View

Back View of the TV

TV Bottom View

Power Input

HDMI 3(4K@30Hz)

OK

HDMI 4(4K@30Hz)

ANT/CABLE

0.5A(MAX)

USB1

0.5A(MAX)

USB2

SERVICE

)

4K@60Hz

(

HDMI1

MHL(DC 5V 900mA)

)

ARC

4K@60Hz

(

HDMI2

USB3

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STEP 1. Attach the TV stand or wall mount bracket (not included)

Attach the TV Stand (For steps to attach the wall mount see page 6)

CAUTION:

Be sure to disconnect the A/C power cord before installing a stand or Wall-Mount brackets.

The LED display is very fragile and must be protected at all times when installing the legs that form the stand. Be sure to protect the
TV screen from getting scratched or damaged by any hard objects. In addition, DO NOT exert pressure on the front of the TV at any
time because it could crack.

To attach the left and right leg that forms the stand:

1. Carefully place your TV face down on a soft, flat surface to prevent damage to the TV or scratching to the screen.

2. Remove the 2 legs from the foam and then insert the legs into the bottom slots of the TV.

3. Use the screws that came inside the carton with your TV to secure each leg tightly.

Screws:ST4×25(50")
M4×20(55")

leg

Screws:ST4×25(50")
M4×20(55")

leg

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Attach the Wall Mount Bracket (not included)

Before you begin the third-party manufacturer instructions, be
sure to do the following things:

1. Place the TV face down on a clean, safe and cushioned surface.

2. Remove the TV stand if you already attached it.

3. Place the spacers (not included) in the corresponding bracket

holes.

• To prevent internal damage to the TV and ensure it is
mounted securely, be sure to use fixing screws (not
provided) that are 9.5 - 11.5 mm in length when measured
from the attaching surface of the mounting hook.

9.5 - 11.5 mm
Wall mount bracket

Screw

(not provided)

Spacer

(not provided)

Bracket

(not provided)

CAUTION:

• When you attach the mount, be sure to use the spacers
(provided by the third-party manufacturer) between the TV
and the bracket.

Rear cover of the TV Spacer

Wall mount hole pattern

VESA (mm)

Wall mount screw size (mm) M6

Screw

200 × 200 (50",55")

Follow instructions provided with the Wall mount bracket.

To complete the installation, please contact the wall-mount

manufacturer or the retailer from which you purchased the TV.

The selected screws are 9.5 - 11.5 mm in length when

measured from the attaching surface of the rear cover. The
diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the
Wallmount bracket model.

NOTE: The diameter and length of the screws differ depending
on the wall mount bracket model.

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STEP 2. Connect devices to your TV

Check to ensure that you have selected the right cables for the ports and that they are connected securely. Loose connections can affect
the quality of the picture image and color.

TV label Port Cable External Equipment Brief Description

VHF/UHF Antenna

ANT/CABLE

Antenna

HDMI

VCR

ANT OUT

Connect an outdoor VHF/UHF antenna.

This 4K TV has two di󰀨erent software versions

of HDMI ports to connect HDMI-enabled
devices. The two high-powered HDMI version

2.0(HDMI 3, HDMI 4) inputs enable you to
connect 4K Ultra-HD external devices that

require more bandwidth to transmit to the TV
screen. For example, if you have an X-box or
Blu-ray player that supports the 2.0 standard.
The two HDMI version 1.4 inputs are great for
any of your external devices that support a

standard full high-denition resolution of 1080p.

COMPO­NENT IN

AV IN

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Y

P

B

P

R

L

R

VIDEO

L

R

Green

Blue

Red

White

Red

Yellow

White

Red

Video

Camera

DVD Player/Recorder

Set-top Box

Satellite Receiver

Satellite
antenna

cable

Connect a component video cable and left-right
audio cables from an external AV device.

Connect a composite video cable and left-right
audio cables from an external AV device.

TV label Port Cable External Equipment Brief Description

Connect an optical cable from an external

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

AUDIO

OUT

USB

LAN

SERVICE

SpeakerAudio Amplier

White

Red

Speaker

Audio Amplier

LAN

This port is not available for you to connect an external device. It can only be used by our factory for testing
purposes.

digital audio system.

Connect headphones to hear audio from the
TV.

Connect an audio adapter (not provided) from

an external analog audio system.

Connect a USB 3.0 device to transfer photos,
music and movies to your TV at a rate that's 10
times faster than the USB 2.0 port
NOTE: You can still plug a USB 2.0 device into
a USB 3.0 port; however, the rate of speed will
not be as fast. USB 3.0 devices are also back­wards compatible with USB 2.0 ports.

Connect an Ethernet cable to access a network
or the Internet. The TV also has a wireless
connectivity feature.

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Buttons on your TV remote

Infrared transmitter

Power on / off

Enter Channels / input numbers

Turn Closed Caption On/Off

Live TV

Volume (up/down)

The button for the Quick setup menu

D-pad (up/down/left/right

navigation buttons)

Return to the previous place in the menu or app

Media content control function buttons

Quick access buttons to apps

APPAPP

APP APP

APPAPP

Change TV input source

Quick access buttons to
PICTURE/SOUND/ASPECT/SLEEP

Dash button
Select a digital sub-channel

Mute and restore sound

Channel (up/down)

Display the Home screen

All Apps
Confirmation button

Exit the application

Special function buttons

Set the audio language(MTS)

Choose to leave the Video description feature On or Off

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STEP 3. Begin using your remote

1. Slide the back cover to open the battery compartment of the
remote control.

Insert the batteriesGently push and slide Gently push and slide

2. Insert two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the (+) and (-)
ends of the batteries with the (+) and ( - ) ends indicated in the

battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Important Information about the remote and batteries:

• Discard batteries in a designated disposal area. Do not
throw them into a fire.

• Remove old batteries immediately to prevent them from
leaking into the battery compartment.

• If you do not intend to use the remote control for a long
time, then remove the batteries.

• Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the batteries leak,
clean the battery compartment with a cloth. If chemicals
touch your skin then wash it immediately.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(NiCd, NiMH, etc.) batteries.

• Do not continue using the remote if it gets warm or hot.
Call our Support Center immediately on the Hisense support
website.

Remote Control Range Information

The remote control can work at a distance of up to 26 feet in

front of the TV set.

It can work at a 30 degree horizontal or vertical angle.

Program Your Universal Cable or Satellite Remote
Control to Operate Your New Hisense Television

(only for USA)

If you would like to program your other household remote controls
to your new Hisense television,please refer to the User's Manual
supplied by your Cable or Satellite provider. The Cable or Satellite
providers' User's Manuals should include instructions on how to
program their remote to your television.

A list of Hisense codes for the most common Cable and Satellite
providers are listed below. Use the Hisense code that is

associated with your Cable or Satellite provider (if applicable).

DIRECTV......0178, 10178, 10019, 10748, 11314, 11660, 11710,

11780, 12049, 10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11564, 11641, 11963,
12002, 12183

Time Warner Cable......386, 0178, 10178, 400, 450, 461, 456,

0748, 1463, 0463, 10463

Comcast......0178, 10178, 10463, 11463, 10748, 11314, 11660,

10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11641, 11780, 11785, 11892, 11963,
12002

Cox Communications......0178, 10178, 1326, 1463

Dish Network......505, 627, 538, 720, 659

If the Hisense code associated with your Cable or Satellite
provider is not listed, does not work or you cannot locate the
instructions to program your remote, call your local Cable or

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Satellite provider's customer service center.

If your Cable or Satellite provider does not have a Hisense code
available, please contact us at one of the phone numbers on Page 2.

Using Your Cable Set-top Box or Satellite Receiver
Remote as a ‘Universal’ Remote

If you prefer to use your Cable Set-top Box or Satellite Receiver
Remote as a ‘Universal Remote’, then visit the Support page to
view a list of the codes.

STEP 4. Power on the TV

Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

Power Cord

Wall Outlet

Press the Power button
splash screen that shows the logo appears. Next, the First-Time
Setup Menu begins by prompting you to choose your Language,
Country, and Time Zone.

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on the remote to turn on the TV. A

STEP 5. Complete the rst-time setup menu

STEP 6. Begin to enjoy your TV

After the splash screen that shows the logo appears, begin the rst-

time setup menu.

Screen Task

Language and

Location

End User License

Agreement

TV Usage • Select Home Mode (which appears by default).

Network

Connection

Select your Primary

input source

• Using the D-pad arrows of your remote, choose

your Language, Country and Time Zone.

• Choose Decline or Agree, then select Conrm
icon and press

• Note: ‘Store mode’ should only be selected by
Retailers who plan to demonstrate the TV.

• If your TV does not automatically detect an

Ethernet connection, then use a wireless network.
Select your network from the list that displays,
input the password. Also you can add a hidden
network.

Select how you receive your TV channels.
Choose from one of the following sources below.

• HDMI

• ANT/CABLE

• AV

• COMPONENT

• NONE

TIP:If you use an antenna to receive channels, then

you must complete the rst-time setup menu in

order to run a channel scan.

[OK]

.

Your Smart TV is easy to use and brag-worthy!

Now that you’ve completed the first-time setup menu, the Home
screen is your starting point for navigating the TV. Gone are
the days where your TV only provides one way for you to be
entertained. This showpiece provides you the convenience
of watching a program on a live channel, accessing Video on
Demand to watch a movie and many other entertainment options.

Using your remote, press the Home button to begin enjoying your
TV.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Model Name

Dimension
(W × H × D)

Weight Without Stand 27.6 lbs (12.5 kg) 33.1 lbs (15 kg)

Active Screen Size (Diagonal) 49.5 inches 54.6 inches

Screen Resolution 3840 × 2160 3840 × 2160

Audio Power 10 W + 10 W 10 W + 10 W

Power consumption 145 W 175 W

Power Supply 120 V ~ 60 Hz

Picture Quality Screen resolution: 3840 x 2160, Multizone local dimming, UHD Upscaler

Component Input 480i / 60Hz, 480p / 60Hz, 720p / 60Hz, 1080i / 60Hz, 1080p / 60Hz

HDMI Input

Receiving
systems

Key Apps Netix, Vudu, YouTube, Amazon Instant Video and Opera App (Some apps only for USA)

Ports 4 HDMI ports, 3 USB ports, LAN port for Ethernet, 1 Digital Audio Output, 1 RF Input, 1 Earphone Audio Output, 1

Other features Smart TV, Dynamic contrast Picture, VESA standard wall mount support

Without Stand 44.1 × 25.6 × 3.3 inches

With Stand 44.1 × 27.7 × 9.7 inches

With Stand 28.2 lbs (12.8 kg) 34.2 lbs (15.5 kg)

Analog NTSC

Digital ATSC / QAM

+

50H8C

(1120 × 651 × 85 mm)

(1120 × 703 × 246 mm)

RGB / 60 Hz (640×480, 800×600, 1024×768), YUV / 60 Hz (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p)

3840x2160/60Hz(Only for HDMI 3/HDMI4), 3840x2160/24Hz, 3840x2160/25Hz, 3840x2160/30Hz

RCA Composite Video Input , 1 left/right Audio Input for Composite, 1 RCA Component Video Input

+

55H8C

48.6 × 28.2 × 3.3 inches
(1235 × 717 × 84 mm)

48.6 × 30.4 × 10.3 inches
(1235 × 771 × 262 mm)

''+'' would be replaced by any number, letter or blank.

Disclaimer: All product, product specifications, and data are subject to change without notice to improve reliability, function, design or
otherwise.

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QUICK PROBLEM-SOLVING TIPS

When you experience an issue with your TV, turn it off and on again. If this does not resolve the problem, then refer to the tips below. If
the problem is still not resolved, then contact us at one of the phone numbers on Page 2.

ISSUES POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

No sound or picture

I have connected an external
source to my TV and I get no
picture and/or sound.

When I turn on my TV, there is a
delay for a few seconds before the
picture appears. Is this normal?

The picture is normal but there is
no sound

Sound but no picture or black and
white picture

The sound and/or picture is
distorted or appears wavy

The sound and picture is blurry or
cuts out

A horizontal or vertical stripe
appears on the picture and/or the
picture is shaking

The plastic cabinet makes a

"clicking" type of sound

The remote control does not work

• Check if the power cord is plugged into a powered AC outlet.

• Press the

• Check to see if the LED light is on or not. If it is, then the TV is receiving power.

• Check for the correct output connection on the external source and for the correct input connection on the TV.

• Make sure you have made the correct selection for the input mode for the incoming signal.

• Yes, this is normal. The TV is initializing and searching for previous setting information.

• Check the volume settings.

• Check if 'Mute' mode is set to On.

• If the picture is black and white, unplug the TV from the AC outlet and replug it after 60 seconds.

• Check that the Color is set to 50 or higher.

• Try di󰀨erent TV channels.

• An electric appliance may be a󰀨ecting the TV. Turn o󰀨 any appliances that are nearby and move it farther away

from the TV.

• Insert the power plug of the TV set into another power outlet.

• If using an external antenna, check the direction, position and connection of the antenna.

• Adjust the direction of your antenna or reset or ne tune the channel.

• Check if there is an appliance or electric tool nearby that is causing interference.

• The 'click' sound can occur when the temperature of the television changes. This change causes the television
cabinet to expand or contract, which makes the sound. This is normal and the TV is OK.

• Conrm that TV still has power and is operational.

• Change the batteries in the remote control.

• Check if the batteries are correctly installed.

Power button on the remote control to activate the unit from 'Standby' mode.

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Certification and Compliance

FCC Notice

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or
TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to
this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

The Wi-Fi Module complies with FCC radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters
between the radiator and your body.

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Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia

Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.

Manufactured under license from THAT Corporation.
THAT Corporation, dbx-tv, Total Sonics, Total Surround
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