Roku 6Series User Manual
User Guide
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Product name: TCL TCL Roku TV™
Document name: TCL TCL Roku TV™ User Guide
Document revision: 9.3 – United States, English
Publication date: 7/10/2020
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Contents
Welcome ........................................................................................................................................ 1
The new standard in Smart TVs ................................................................................................................................ 1
Get the most out of your new TV ............................................................................................................................. 1
Connections and setup ................................................................................................................... 5
Before initial setup .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Protect against power surges ............................................................................................................................... 5
Safety information ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Avoid audio interference ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Avoid direct light .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Set up your new TV ................................................................................................................................................... 6
What’s in the box ................................................................................................................................................. 6
To mount on a wall ............................................................................................................................................... 6
To use the stand ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting an antenna, cable, or satellite box ......................................................................................................... 8
Connecting external equipment with a composite AV video cable .......................................................................... 8
Connecting external equipment with an HDMI® cable ............................................................................................. 9
Connecting headphones or analog soundbar ........................................................................................................... 9
Connecting an AV receiver or digital soundbar ...................................................................................................... 10
Preparing for Internet connectivity ........................................................................................................................ 11
AC power ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Roku remote batteries ............................................................................................................................................ 12
TCL Roku TV remote ............................................................................................................................................... 12
Panel button ........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Single button ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
Guided Setup ................................................................................................................................ 17
Starting Guided Setup ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Guided Setup .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
Network connection ........................................................................................................................................... 21
Activation ........................................................................................................................................................... 25
Connect your devices ......................................................................................................................................... 26
The Home screen ......................................................................................................................... 29
Personalize your Home screen ........................................................................................................................... 30
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Benefits of connecting ................................................................................................................. 32
Connecting brings out your TV’s full potential! ...................................................................................................... 32
Take advantage of awesome features .................................................................................................................... 33
What is streaming? ................................................................................................................................................. 34
What if I didn’t connect my TV? ............................................................................................................................. 36
Setting up live TV ......................................................................................................................... 37
How do I set up the TV tuner? ................................................................................................................................ 38
Using your TV ............................................................................................................................... 42
Status indicator ....................................................................................................................................................... 42
Standby mode energy savings ................................................................................................................................ 43
Getting help ............................................................................................................................................................ 43
Opting in to Smart TV experience ........................................................................................................................... 44
Disable Smart TV experience .............................................................................................................................. 44
Disable Auto Notifications .................................................................................................................................. 45
Watching live TV channels ...................................................................................................................................... 45
Changing channels .............................................................................................................................................. 45
Favorite Channels in non-connected mode ........................................................................................................ 46
Smart Guide ........................................................................................................................................................ 48
Viewing program information ............................................................................................................................ 50
Adjusting settings while watching a program .................................................................................................... 52
Pausing live TV ........................................................................................................................................................ 52
Requirements ..................................................................................................................................................... 52
Enabling Live TV Pause ....................................................................................................................................... 53
Using Live TV Pause ............................................................................................................................................ 53
Notes about Live TV Pause ................................................................................................................................. 55
More Ways to Watch .............................................................................................................................................. 55
Using More Ways to Watch ................................................................................................................................ 55
Getting the most from More Ways to Watch ..................................................................................................... 58
Switching TV inputs ................................................................................................................................................. 58
Auto-detecting devices ....................................................................................................................................... 58
Adjusting audio/video settings ........................................................................................................................... 58
Setting preferred audio language for streaming channels ................................................................................. 58
Playing content from USB storage devices ............................................................................................................. 59
Auto player launch ............................................................................................................................................. 59
Playing content from local network media servers ................................................................................................ 60
Setting up a payment method ................................................................................................................................ 60
Using your TV in a hotel or dorm room .................................................................................................................. 61
About using your TV on a restricted public network .......................................................................................... 61
Getting your Roku TV on line on a restricted public network ............................................................................ 62
Roku voice remotes (select models only) ............................................................................................................... 64
Re-pairing your Roku voice remote .................................................................................................................... 64
Checking the Roku voice remote battery level ................................................................................................... 65
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Finding your Roku Enhanced Voice Remote ....................................................................................................... 65
Changing and previewing the Enhanced Voice Remote finder sound ................................................................ 66
Adjusting TV settings .................................................................................................................... 67
Settings menu ......................................................................................................................................................... 67
Options menu ......................................................................................................................................................... 68
Options menu settings ............................................................................................................................................ 69
Accessibility ............................................................................................................................................................. 71
Accessibility menu settings ................................................................................................................................. 71
Video description through Secondary Audio Program (SAP) .................................................................................. 73
Picture settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 74
Picture settings menu options ............................................................................................................................ 74
Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) ........................................................................................................................ 77
Variable refresh rate (VRR) ................................................................................................................................. 77
Sound settings ........................................................................................................................................................ 78
Roku Smart Soundbar ......................................................................................................................................... 78
Volume mode (select models only) .................................................................................................................... 80
Sound settings – Dolby® Audio Processing (select models only) ........................................................................ 81
Sound settings – DTS® TruSurround / DTS® Studio Sound (select models only) ................................................. 82
Sound settings – Sonic Emotion™ Premium (select models only) ....................................................................... 83
Sonic Emotion™ settings .................................................................................................................................... 84
Expert Picture Settings (4K models only) ................................................................................................................ 85
Changing privacy settings ....................................................................................................................................... 85
Advertising .......................................................................................................................................................... 85
Microphone ........................................................................................................................................................ 86
Featured Free ............................................................................................................................... 89
My Feed ....................................................................................................................................... 90
Movies Coming Soon .............................................................................................................................................. 90
Movies, TV programs, and people .......................................................................................................................... 90
Searching for something to watch ............................................................................................... 91
How do I search? .................................................................................................................................................... 91
Keyboard search using the remote ..................................................................................................................... 92
Voice Search from a Roku voice remote ............................................................................................................. 92
Searching from the Roku mobile app ................................................................................................................. 93
Searching with Google Assistant ........................................................................................................................ 93
Searching with Amazon Alexa ............................................................................................................................ 94
Direct-to-playback search results ....................................................................................................................... 94
Searching for free content .................................................................................................................................. 95
I searched for a program. Now what? .................................................................................................................... 95
Follow on Roku ....................................................................................................................................................... 96
Recent Searches ...................................................................................................................................................... 96
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Roku Zones .............................................................................................................................................................. 97
Using the Roku Channel Store ...................................................................................................... 98
Automatic Account Link .......................................................................................................................................... 99
Customizing your TV .................................................................................................................. 100
Add TV inputs ........................................................................................................................................................ 100
Add streaming channels ....................................................................................................................................... 101
Rename inputs ...................................................................................................................................................... 101
Remove unwanted tiles ........................................................................................................................................ 102
Rearrange tiles ...................................................................................................................................................... 103
Change the look and feel with themes ................................................................................................................. 104
Edit live TV channel lineup .................................................................................................................................... 105
Change menu volume ........................................................................................................................................... 106
Configure power settings ...................................................................................................................................... 106
Power on settings ............................................................................................................................................. 106
Auto power savings .......................................................................................................................................... 107
Standby LED On/Off .......................................................................................................................................... 107
Fast TV start ...................................................................................................................................................... 107
Configure accessibility .......................................................................................................................................... 108
Captions mode .................................................................................................................................................. 108
Captions preferred language ............................................................................................................................ 108
Captions style ................................................................................................................................................... 109
Audio Guide settings ........................................................................................................................................ 110
Customize the Home screen ................................................................................................................................. 110
Parental controls ........................................................................................................................ 112
Creating a parental control PIN ............................................................................................................................ 112
Blocking broadcast TV programs .......................................................................................................................... 113
Enabling parental control of TV programs ........................................................................................................ 113
Blocking based on US TV ratings ....................................................................................................................... 114
Blocking based on US movie ratings ................................................................................................................. 115
Blocking based on Other ratings ....................................................................................................................... 115
Blocking based on Canadian English ratings ..................................................................................................... 116
Blocking based on Canadian French ratings ..................................................................................................... 117
Blocking unrated programs .............................................................................................................................. 118
What happens when a TV program is blocked? ................................................................................................... 119
Changing the parental control PIN ........................................................................................................................ 121
Resetting parental controls .................................................................................................................................. 121
More settings ............................................................................................................................. 122
Guest Mode .......................................................................................................................................................... 122
Network settings ................................................................................................................................................... 124
ZIP Code ................................................................................................................................................................ 125
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Time settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 125
Scan again for live TV channels ............................................................................................................................. 126
HDMI® mode (4K models only) ............................................................................................................................. 126
Control by mobile apps ......................................................................................................................................... 127
Roku TV premium audio ....................................................................................................................................... 128
Home theater configuration ................................................................................................................................. 128
Turning off the TV speakers for home theater use .......................................................................................... 128
Setting up a digital audio connection ............................................................................................................... 128
Choosing an audio format ................................................................................................................................ 129
Turning off the TV screen while listening to music ........................................................................................... 130
Controlling other devices through CEC ............................................................................................................. 131
Restart the TV ....................................................................................................................................................... 133
Reset the TV .......................................................................................................................................................... 133
Reset audio/video settings ............................................................................................................................... 133
Factory reset everything ................................................................................................................................... 133
What if I can’t access the Factory Reset option? .............................................................................................. 134
Network connection reset ................................................................................................................................ 135
Roku account PIN .................................................................................................................................................. 135
Update the TV ....................................................................................................................................................... 136
Checking for updates on a connected TV ......................................................................................................... 136
Getting updates on a non-connected TV .......................................................................................................... 137
Other devices ............................................................................................................................. 139
Mirror your phone or tablet ................................................................................................................................. 139
Roku mobile app ................................................................................................................................................... 140
Private Listening on the Roku mobile app ........................................................................................................ 140
Universal remotes ................................................................................................................................................. 141
FAQ ............................................................................................................................................. 142
Other information ...................................................................................................................... 143
Battery Caution and Disposal Information ........................................................................................................... 143
Electronics Recycling Information For Consumers ............................................................................................... 143
Care and Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................. 143
Television Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 144
Notices .................................................................................................................................................................. 144
TTE Technology, Inc. (“TTE”) Limited Warranty ............................................................................................... 144
Important information
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous main voltage and user accessible parts.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. This product should not be exposed to
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on or near the product.
WARNING: The TV is unstable if it is not properly attached to the base or mounted to the wall. Be sure to follow the base or wall mounting
instructions provided in the User’s Guide to ensure your safety.
WARNING: Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, and so forth.
Proper operating voltage
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
Cable TV installer notice of proper grounding
This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part
1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground should be connected to the grounding
system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Installation location
Important: This television is a table model and is designed to sit on a firm, flat surface. Don’t place the TV on soft carpeting or similar surface
because the ventilation slots on the bottom of the unit will be blocked, resulting in reduced lifetime from overheating. To assure adequate
ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and side of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver
and other surfaces.
Also, make sure the stand or base you use is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or
pulled off the stand. This could cause personal injury and/or damage to the TV. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on the following
pages.
Low power standby mode
The Power button (indicated by the power symbol) on this TV and its remote control puts the TV into a very low power standby mode but does
not completely turn the power off. To completely shut the power off, you must disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. The main
plug/appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device. Therefore, you should be sure that the TV is installed in a manner to enable the power
cord to be disconnected when necessary.
Note: In situations where the power plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
Accessible and operable.
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Model No. ____________________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________________
Purchase Date ________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone __________________________________
Product Registration
1. Please register your purchase on-line at www.TCL.com. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. Registration
is not required for warranty coverage.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers
in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Important safety instructions
1. Read instructions. Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product.
2. Retain instructions. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
3. Heed warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
4. Follow instructions. Follow all operating and use instructions.
5. Water and moisture. Do not use this product near water.
6. Cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Ventilation. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Heat. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Grounding or polarization. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
10.
Power cord protection. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where it exits from the product.
11. Accessories. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Stand/cart. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Power. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Servicing. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-2011
(Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See following example:
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Welcome
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Roku TV! Discover the joy of endless entertainment. After
it’s set up, you’ll be able to access a world of streaming content channels that may include paid
subscription channels and thousands of free channels.
Important: Your TV receives automatic updates from time to time, enabling new content and features.
This edition of the User Guide describes Roku TV version 9.3. To determine the current version of your
Roku TV, go to Settings > System > About after you complete Guided Setup.
The new standard in Smart TVs
Welcome to TV like you’ve most likely never seen before—a home screen that you can personalize with
your favorite devices and streaming channels. Choose from hundreds of thousands of streaming movies
and TV episodes, plus music, sports, kids, family, international and much more. You should never run
out of things to watch.
Note: A paid subscription or other payments may be required for some channel content. Channel
availability is subject to change and varies by country.
Get the most out of your new TV
Follow these steps to get the most out of your new TV.
• Connect to the Internet
• It’s easy, and it will unlock a world of entertainment. All you need is a network connection.
There are hundreds of free streaming channels, paid subscription services, and convenient
ways to rent or buy a favorite movie or program.
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• Pick your favorite streaming channels
• Find the entertainment you love. From the latest blockbuster movies to your favorite TV
programs, with tons of live sports, a broad selection of music streaming channels, popular
programming in a dozen international languages, 24x7 live news and so much more, your
new Roku TV has your sweet spot. A paid subscription or other payments may be required
for some channels.
• Find live TV programs in the Smart Guide
• Use the Smart Guide to see not only what’s on TV right now, but what will be on in the
coming two weeks. And for many over-the-air programs, if you start watching the program
after it is already in progress, or you see something you missed in the Smart Guide, you can
use More Ways to Watch to find streaming channels where you can see the program from
the beginning, find other episodes, or entire seasons of the program, if applicable.
• Use Roku’s Smart TV experience to discover More Ways to Watch
• Enables you to stream TV programs from the beginning, find more episodes of the TV
program, discover similar programs and movies, and see the full description of the TV
program.
• Personalize your Home screen
• Put your favorite streaming channels, and TV inputs front-and-center on the Home screen.
No more flipping through inputs or wading through complicated menus. You can even
customize the names of each input and move tiles around so your most-often used devices
and streaming channels are only a click away.
• Search for your favorite movie, TV program, actor, or director
• Once you’re connected to the Internet, you can easily search across top streaming channels
and live TV channels. Search by movie or TV program title, actor or director—all from one
place. Search by typing words or phrases using the on-screen keyboard or on your mobile
device, or speak words or phrases in a conversational tone using Voice Search. Some
channels and content require payment.
• Receive a Roku Zone when you search by popular genres or subjects. A Roku Zone is a
collection of relevant entertainment organized into browsable rows such as New Releases,
Free, and Rent or Buy. On 4K TVs, include “4K” in your search to see 4K movies and
programs in the 4K Movies & TV Zone.
• Pause live TV
• Pause, resume, fast forward, and rewind TV programs by connecting your own USB drive to
the TV and pause live TV for up to 90 minutes.
Note: Live TV Pause is available on digital TV programs received on the ANT input, and only
when the TV is linked to a valid Roku account.
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• Watch the Roku Tips & Tricks channel
• Tune in to the Roku Tips & Tricks channel to watch videos and learn more about your TV’s
features, new products, and popular support topics.
• Control your TV with voice commands
• Use your Roku Voice Remote (select models), Enhanced Voice Remote (select models), or
the free Roku mobile app to control your Roku TV. Use conversational voice commands to
search for programs by title, actor, director, or genre. Also, use voice commands to launch
streaming channels, switch inputs, or change live TV channels.
While you’re at it, explore these additional voice features:
• Set sleep timers. For example, say “Turn the TV off in 30 minutes”, or “Go to sleep at 11
p.m.”
• Go directly to playing a program whenever your search command can be uniquely
identified and the requested content is available at no additional cost to you.
• Search for movies based on popular quotes. For example, say “What movie is this from –
‘Here’s looking at you, kid’.”
• Only on 4K TVs, say “Show me 4K movies” to see a list of 4K movies available across
participating streaming channels.
• Use voice commands to turn the display off (for enjoying streaming music), turn closed
captions on or off, and to replay the last few seconds of a movie or TV program.
• Control the Roku Media Player to play your personal music and show movies and
photos. Say commands like, “Play classic rock on Roku Media Player,” “Skip ahead 20
seconds,” or “Play the next song.”
• Use your voice to open the Smart Guide to see what’s currently playing on your TV or on
select live streaming channels.
• Use Google Home, Google Pixel phone, or the Google Home mobile app to control your
Roku TV. You can search for movies and TV programs, launch most channels, control
playback, adjust the volume, switch inputs, turn the TV on and off, and more. Control
multiple Roku devices by including the location of the device in your commands. For
example, say “Hey Google, turn off Roku in the bedroom.” For information on linking and
controlling your Roku TV, see https://support.roku.com/article/360009649613-how-do-i-
control-my-roku-streaming-device-with-the-google-assistant-.
• Use Amazon Echo Dot, Echo Plus, Echo Show, or the Amazon Alexa mobile app to control
your Roku TV. You can search for movies and TV programs, launch most channels, control
Voice features support English and Spanish languages when the corresponding TV language is selected.
Direct-to-playback commands work with selected streaming channels. Direct playback occurs only when there is a high
confidence of match, the content is free or you are already subscribed, and the channel is already added to your Home screen.
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playback, adjust the volume, switch inputs, turn the TV on and off, and more. Control
multiple Roku devices by including the location of the device in your commands. For
example, say “Hey Alexa, pause Roku in the living room.” For information on adding the
Alexa Roku skills and controlling your Roku TV, see:
https://support.roku.com/article/360017961074-how-do-i-use-amazon-alexa-with-my-rokustreaming-device-
• Send your personal media to the big screen
• Send personal photos, videos, and music from your compatible smartphone or tablet to the
TV screen in just a few taps. Plus, with certain channels, you can send movies, programs,
sport highlights, and more directly to your TV.
• Follow movies coming soon
• Use My Feed to choose from and follow a list of upcoming movies, and then watch for alerts
each time one of your followed movies becomes available or changes price.
• Take charge with a smartphone or tablet
• Control your TV from your compatible smartphone or tablet with the free mobile app for
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and Android™ mobile devices1. Browse channels, view My Feed, listen to audio from
iOS
live TV and streaming channels. Search more easily using your mobile device’s keyboard and
Voice Search.
• Mirror your compatible smartphone or tablet on your TV. Share videos, photos, web pages,
and more from compatible devices.
• Connect your TCL Roku TV to networks found in hotels and college dorms
• Temporarily link your smartphone or tablet to your TV to agree to any terms, enter codes, or
provide required information before you can get Internet access in locations that require
these additional steps (also known as restricted public networks.
Note: Using your Roku TV on a restricted public network requires wireless availability and use
of your network-connected smartphone, tablet, or computer to authenticate access to your
account. You must use your Roku TV remote, and not the Roku mobile app, to initiate the
connection process. Streaming content might be limited due to your geographic location or
due of restrictions imposed by the network host.
Go to support.roku.com for device compatibility information.
Let’s get started.
IOS® is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. Android™ is a
trademark of Google Inc.
Voice features support English and Spanish languages.
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Connections and setup
Before initial setup
Protect against power surges
• Connect all components before you plug any power cords into the wall outlet or power strip.
• NEVER plug your TCL Roku TV into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.
• Turn off the TV before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety
Instructions.
Safety information
• Prevent TV from overheating by placing in an area with good ventilation.
• Do not block ventilation holes on the TV. Position the TV so air can circulate freely on all sides.
• Do not stack objects on the TV.
• If you place the TV on a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier to the TV, place it on the top shelf so the heated air
will not overheat the TV.
Avoid audio interference
• Position cables properly; insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
• Route all cables down one side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables.
• Keep twin lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Avoid direct light
Do not place the TV where sunlight or room lighting is directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect
lighting.
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Set up your new TV
Open the box and remove the TV and other items. Be careful, the TV is heavy! We strongly recommend
that two people unbox the TV.
Be sure to check all the foam packaging as the stands from some TV’s are stored in the foam for
protection.
What’s in the box
To mount on a wall
If you are mounting your TCL Roku TV to the wall, do not attach the TV base stand or TV stand column.
To mount your TV to the wall, purchase the one of the following VESA wall mounts:
• 55" model VESA 300 x 300, 4 M6 x 20mm screws
• 65" model VESA 300 x 300, 4 M6 x 20mm screws
• 75" model VESA 400 x 300, 4 M6 x 20mm screws
The VESA number is the horizontal and vertical measurement of the mounting holes. For example, 200 x
200 indicates that the mounting holes are spaced 200mm horizontally and 200mm vertically.
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Follow the directions supplied with the wall mount to mount the TV to the wall.
Caution: Your wall mount must be able to bear a minimum of five times the TVs net weight to avoid
damage.
Note: The wall mount bracket and the screws are not included
To use the stand
Your TCL Roku TV comes without the stands attached so that you can choose to use the stands or mount
your TV to a wall using a wall mount (sold separately). If you want to mount your TV to the wall, don’t
attach the stand legs.
A – To prevent damage to the screen, carefully place your TV on a soft, cushioned surface.
B – Put the column of the stands into the TV, align the stands with the screw holes located on the TV.
Secure the stands to the TV with four (4) screws.
For 65” and 75” models, you have another option to mount the stands to the middle of the TV bottom.
Refer to your TV’s Quick Start Guide or other provided documentation to for model-specific information
about attaching the base or a wall mount and making connections to AC power and to your other
audio/video devices. The following information applies to all Roku TV models.
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Connecting an antenna, cable, or satellite box
If you are using an antenna, CATV cable without a set-top box, or a cable or satellite box that has only an
antenna output, connect a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not provided) from the device to the ANT/CABLE
input on the TV.
Tip: If you are using an antenna with a 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you need to use a 300-to-75-ohm
adapter (not provided) to adapt the twin-lead cable to a connection that is compatible with the TV’s
antenna input.
Tip: If you receive your TV stations through a set top box from a cable or satellite TV provider, connect it
to the TV using the best connection method available. From most to least desirable:
• HDMI
• AV input – analog SD video
• Antenna input – analog SD video using NTSC
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input – Digital HD and SD video
Connecting external equipment with a composite
AV video cable
If the best connection available on your device is AV or composite video output, connect it to the TV
using a composite AV cable (not provided). Composite AV cables typically have three RCA-type plugs on
each end, color coded as follows:
• Yellow – Video
• Red – Audio, right channel
• White or black – Audio, left channel
Connect each plug to the corresponding connector on the device and on the TV.
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Note: Select models have an AV Input that looks like a headphone jack. Use the breakout cable
(included) to adapt this input to the three RCA-type plugs on your composite cable.
Connecting external equipment with an HDMI®
cable
If possible, connect your devices using HDMI® cables (not provided). They help to
provide the best video quality and also carry audio signals, so that only one cable is
needed. For better picture quality, we recommend that you use cables designated as
High Speed HDMI
®
Cables.
Tip: You might need to configure the device to send its signal through its HDMI
connector.
The connector labeled HDMI (ARC) has the additional ability to use the audio return
channel to send digital audio to a receiver or soundbar, as explained in Connecting an
AV receiver or digital soundbar.Only on select models: The connector labeled HDMI
(eARC) provides the same functionality as the HDMI ARC connector, plus the ability
to pass through full-resolution sound formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X from and
to devices that support these formats, without additional processing by the TV.
Additional details are provided in Choosing an audio format.
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Connecting headphones or analog soundbar
You can connect headphones or an analog soundbar (not provided) to the TV’s
headphone jack.
Tip: Inserting a plug in the headphone jack disables the sound from the TV’s built-in
speakers.
Warning: Loud noise can damage your hearing. When using headphones, use the lowest volume setting
on your headphones that still lets you hear the sound.
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Select models also have an audio line out connection that is not affected by TV volume or mute settings
and does not disable the TV speakers. Use this connection when you want to use your amplifier or
soundbar to control the TV volume. To turn off the TV’s built-in speakers, from the Home screen menu,
navigate to Settings > Audio > TV speakers and change the setting.
Connecting an AV receiver or digital soundbar
You can enjoy Dolby Audio™ multichannel sound from your TV if you connect a digital amplifier or
soundbar (not provided) in either of two ways:
Digital optical audio out (S/PDIF) – Connect a TOSLINK optical cable (not provided) from the TV to the
Optical input on your receiver or soundbar.
HDMI® ARC – Connect an HDMI
®
cable (not provided) from the HDMI (ARC) connector to the HDMI®
input on your receiver or soundbar. This connection uses the Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature of
®
HDMI
to output sound from the TV to a compatible device. To use this feature, you must configure the
TV to enable HDMI
®
ARC, as explained in Enable HDMI® ARC.
HDMI® eARC – Select models only: Connect an HDMI® cable (not provided) from the HDMI (eARC)
connector to the HDMI (ARC) or HDMI (eARC) input on your receiver or soundbar. If your receiver or
soundbar supports HDMI enhanced ARC (eARC), the TV can pass through full-resolution sound from
programs containing enhanced audio. If your receiver or soundbar does not support eARC, use the TV’s
eARC port to make the ARC connection. The eARC port is backward compatible with the ARC standard.
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Preparing for Internet connectivity
If you want to watch streaming content and take advantage of most of the cool features of
your Roku TV, connect it to the Internet through a wireless modem/router or a wireless
access point (not provided). The TV has a built-in wireless LAN adapter.
Note: The TV supports only its internal wireless network adapter—it does not support the
use of a USB network adapter.
Select models have both wired and wireless network connectivity. To use the wired network
connection, connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable (not provided) from the jack on the back of
your TV to your network router or switch. The wired connection automatically supports both
10 Base-T and 100 Base-T Ethernet.
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AC power
Plug your TV into a power outlet. You can tell that the TV has power because the status indicator lights
up when the TV is off.
The topic Status indicator explains how the status indicator shows what is happening with the TV.
Roku remote batteries
Open the back of your Roku remote and insert the included batteries, observing the proper orientation
as indicated in the battery compartment. Reattach the back cover.
TCL Roku TV remote
Use the following information to identify the buttons on your Roku remote.
Note: Remote buttons and features vary somewhat by model. Your remote might not have all buttons or
features listed.
• If your remote has a VOICE just below the purple pad, you have a Roku Voice Remote.
• If your remote has a headphone jack on its left edge, you have a Roku Enhanced Voice Remote.
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BUTTON
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
POWER
Turns TV on and off.
BACK
• Menu: Goes back to previous menu/screen.
• Home screen tile: Moves highlight back to the Home screen
option.
• Watching live TV or a TV input: Returns to Home screen.
• Playing streaming content: Stops playing stream and returns
to the previous menu or screen.
• Browsing streaming content: Goes to the previous level in the
content tree.
HOME
Immediately returns to the Home screen.
DIRECTIONAL PAD
• Moves the highlight in the corresponding direction.
• OK chooses the highlighted option.
While watching TV:
• UP/DOWN changes channel.
• LEFT displays the Smart Guide (connected mode) or channel
list (non-connected mode).
• LEFT/RIGHT TVs operating in non-connected mode: while in
the channel list switches between ALL CHANNELS and
FAVORITE CHANNELS.
TVs with Live TV Pause enabled: when the program is paused,
moves backward/forward approximately 10 seconds in the
program buffer.
• While in the channel list, OK selects the highlighted channel.
While watching live TV: displays the program information
banner.
Roku voice remotes have additional capabilities as noted in the following table.
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BUTTON
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
or
VOICE or SEARCH
Only on select models with Roku voice remotes, hold and say the
name of a movie, TV program, actor, director, or genre, including
the special genres “free” and “4K.” Or, say a command to start
streaming, change a channel, and more
1
.
For more information, go to:
go.roku.com/voicesearch
REPLAY
Select models. Streaming programs that support this feature and TVs
with Live TV Pause enabled, jumps back a few seconds with each
press and resumes playing.
If Live TV Pause is disabled, jumps to previous channel.
When using an on-screen keyboard: Backspaces in the text you are
entering.
In the Smart Guide
2
: Returns to the current day and time.
REWIND
PLAY/PAUSE
FAST FWD
Scan backward, pause, play, and scan forward in streaming content
and live TV channels (if Live TV Pause is enabled).
Press REWIND or FAST FWD one, two, or three times to
control the speed of the operation.
REWIND and FAST FWD also jump backward and
forward one screen at a time when viewing long lists, such as when
you are browsing programs in the channel list or Smart Guide
1
.
STAR
Displays additional options when available. On-screen hints let you
know when this button is active.
1
2
Voice features support English and Spanish languages.
Smart Guide is available only in the United States.
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BUTTON
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
GAME MODE
Only on HDMI and AV inputs on select models. Displays a banner
showing whether Game mode is on or off, or “Not available at this
time.” Subsequent presses toggle Game mode. When On, the TV
performs less image processing and has less input lag, producing a
better experience with action games.
Select models. Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) detects certain game
consoles connected to an HDMI input and automatically switches to
the best settings for action games. When ALLM is active, the manual
Game mode
setting is unavailable.
Select models: Variable refresh rate (VRR) allows a compatible game
console or computer to control the refresh rate of the TV. The result
is smoother image animation with a lower instance of stutter or
tearing.
SLEEP
Select models. Displays a banner showing the remaining sleep time,
if any, or “Sleep timer is off.” Subsequent presses cycle among the
preset sleep time intervals. Once set, the sleep timer remains in
effect unless you cancel it.
or
FACTORY ASSIGNED
CHANNEL
SHORTCUT
Dedicated buttons show the logo of a preset streaming content
provider. Dedicated content providers vary by model and region.
Pressing a button:
• Displays the streaming channel’s main page if you have
already added the channel to your Home screen.
• Displays the streaming channel’s sign-up page if you have not
already added the channel.
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BUTTON
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
UP
DOWN
MUTE
Located on the right edge of the remote. Increases/decreases
volume and mutes the TV sound.
Note: If the TV is muted, pressing VOLUME UP unmutes. Pressing
VOLUME DOWN does not unmute the sound.
HEADPHONE
Select models with Roku Enhanced Voice Remote. Connect
headphones to the jack on the left edge of the remote to listen
privately. Plugging in headphones mutes the TV speakers.
Panel button
Your TV has buttons on its side, bottom, or back panel that perform simple control functions. The TV
panel buttons are not a substitute for the remote, as they do not give you access to all TV functions.
Depending on model, your TV model has one of several different panel button designs. Choose the one
that applies to your TV from the following list:
Single button
If your TV has this style of panel button, you can perform the following functions:
• Turn TV on: short press.
• Display the Input List: short press when TV is on.
• Select the next input in the Input List: short press while the TV is showing the Input List.
• Dismiss the Input List without changing inputs: no press.
• Turn TV off: long press.
Short press = less than two seconds
Long press = more than two seconds
No press = no press within two seconds
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Guided Setup
With the preliminaries out of the way, it’s time to turn on your TV. As the TV starts for the first time, it
leads you through Guided Setup, which configures the TV before you start to use it.
During Guided Setup, you’ll:
• Answer a few questions
• Provide network connection information
• Get a software update
• Link your TV to your Roku account.
• Connect devices such as a DVD player, game console, or cable box.
Starting Guided Setup
To start Guided Setup, press POWER on the remote to turn on your TV.
Note: Guided Setup normally runs only once, the first time you turn on your TV. If you need to run Guided
Setup again, you must perform a factory reset as explained in Factory reset everything.
When you first turn on your TV, it will take a few seconds to get itself ready. You’ll notice the following
things happening:
1. The status indicator blinks every time the TV is busy doing something; in this case it’s powering
up and getting ready for you.
2. The splash screen appears and the status indicator blinks slowly for a few more seconds. The
power-on screen shows TCL • Roku TV logo while the TV starts up.
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3. After a few seconds, Guided Setup starts.
Guided Setup
At this point, you should be seeing the Language screen.
1. Only on models that have a Roku voice remote: A few moments after the Let’s get started
screen appears, Guided Setup starts the pairing process for the voice remote. (You’ll know if
you have this type of remote because it has a VOICE or SEARCH button just below the
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purple directional pad.) If the voice remote does not pair automatically, follow the instructions
on the screen to complete the pairing process.
Accessibility: On TVs sold in the United States, if you are blind or visually impaired, you can
activate Audio Guide, a text-to-speech screen reader to help you navigate the TV’s menus and
commands. To enable the Audio Guide, press STAR
disable Audio Guide. (STAR
side of the Roku remote.)
If you enabled Audio Guide, choosing any language other than English disables it.
2. Press DOWN on the purple directional pad to highlight your preferred language, and then press
OK.
3. Some models have a country selection screen: If you don’t see this screen, skip ahead to the next
step.
Þ
is located directly below the purple directional pad on the right
Þ
four times in rapid succession. Repeat to
If you see this screen, select your country, and then press OK.
Accessibility: If you enabled Audio Guide, choosing any country other than United States
disables it.
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Note: Some models show the title First things first instead of Set up environment.
4. Press OK to select Set up for home use. This is the right choice for enjoying your TV at home.
It provides energy saving options as well as access to all features of the TV.
Note: Set up for store use configures the TV for retail display and is not recommended for any
other use. In store mode, some features of the TV are missing or limited. To switch from one
mode to the other, you have to perform a factory reset as explained in Factory reset everything,
and then repeat Guided Setup.
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