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

[Phinxx]

The flashing of the screen stopped, however, still without the 144hz. I don't know what else to do to get my Nvidia control panel to offer this option.

Try opening up gamebar. And changing boost to fast. Windows automatically jumped to 144hz after that for me.

 

[romansavov]

Try opening up gamebar. And changing boost to fast. Windows automatically jumped to 144hz after that for me.

Choice of input - PC mode ?

 

[Alepisci]

Choice of input - PC mode ?

I do not think so. I use PC mode and it says not available. The game bar only appears for me in game mode. Anyway, I'm back with my old monitor. I will only use the TV for movies, series and games on consoles.

 

[romansavov]

What is the difference between PC and Game mode when using the TV as computer monitor - only latency ?

 

[Alepisci]

What is the difference between PC and Game mode when using the TV as computer monitor - only latency ?

I think it's the screen refresh rate: PC can reach up to 144hz and game, up to 120hz

 

[Vintila]

Hello,

How do I stop Google TV from updating apps?. I have found the option to disable the automatic update for the TV software, but not for the installed applications.

Searches on Google go not help as they are related to different Android versions and not for the current Google TV Android 11.

I need to revert to Kodi 19.5 instead of the new Kodi 20.

Thanks a lot

 

[bernado82]

Hello,

How do I stop Google TV from updating apps?. I have found the option to disable the automatic update for the TV software, but not for the installed applications.

Searches on Google go not help as they are related to different Android versions and not for the current Google TV Android 11.

I need to revert to Kodi 19.5 instead of the new Kodi 20.

Thanks a lot

Maybe you should install KODI v19.5 from an apk file (there should be no updates as it's not installed from the PlayStore)?

https://androidpctv.com/delete-kodi-20-install-kodi-19/

For security, test all downloaded apk files on https://www.virustotal.com/gui/home/upload before installation.

 

[asikis]

Hello all. I have C635 55'. It has been updated to v508 a few weeks ago. No major issues till now.
But today i decided to connect the TV to my WiFi network (I had it over LAN all this time). My WiFi has two channels one 2.4 GHz and one 5GHz. The TV only scans the 2.4 GHz and it cannot connect on it by any means.
Why is this happening? Why 5GHz is not seen by the TV? And most important why it cannot connect to the 2.4 GHZ network? Is there any bug with v508 or are there any specific specifications needed for the WiFi router (like bandwidth, channel etc)??
Thank you.

 

[Vintila]

Hello,

How do I stop Google TV from updating apps?. I have found the option to disable the automatic update for the TV software, but not for the installed applications.

Searches on Google go not help as they are related to different Android versions and not for the current Google TV Android 11.

I need to revert to Kodi 19.5 instead of the new Kodi 20.

Thanks a lot

This is now solved.

To disable the automatic updates for the apps, the TV settings menu is not used, you need to use the Google Play Store app.

But, WTF is it?, this is not shown in the applications tab. Surprise, surprise…., you need to invoke it using the Google assistant button in the remote and saying “Play Store”. Once done you can disable the updates suing the options in the app.

Just for the files

 

[Vintila]

Maybe you should install KODI v19.5 from an apk file (there should be no updates as it's not installed from the PlayStore)?

https://androidpctv.com/delete-kodi-20-install-kodi-19/

For security, test all downloaded apk files on https://www.virustotal.com/gui/home/upload before installation.

Thanks a lot, good point as the available version in the Store was the 19.3

Regards

 

[asikis]

This is now solved.

To disable the automatic updates for the apps, the TV settings menu is not used, you need to use the Google Play Store app.

But, WTF is it?, this is not shown in the applications tab. Surprise, surprise…., you need to invoke it using the Google assistant button in the remote and saying “Play Store”. Once done you can disable the updates suing the options in the app.

Just for the files

I have tried your suggestion but the result suggests Youtube videos based on "Play Store" or "Google Play Store". The search result does not bring up the actual playstore application. I have the same problem since day 1. Why the Google Play store app is not visible? And another thing, why when ai search for a game title i never get any results back???

 

[asikis]

I have tried your suggestion but the result suggests Youtube videos based on "Play Store" or "Google Play Store". The search result does not bring up the actual playstore application. I have the same problem since day 1. Why the Google Play store app is not visible? And another thing, why when ai search for a game title i never get any results back???

I have found the way to get access to Play Store via the following video:

Just press to see all system apps.

 

[stasiof]

I have tried your suggestion but the result suggests Youtube videos based on "Play Store" or "Google Play Store". The search result does not bring up the actual playstore application. I have the same problem since day 1. Why the Google Play store app is not visible? And another thing, why when ai search for a game title i never get any results back???

Install this apk....Play store will appear in home page...

 

[lapist]

Hello all. I have C635 55'. It has been updated to v508 a few weeks ago. No major issues till now.
But today i decided to connect the TV to my WiFi network (I had it over LAN all this time). My WiFi has two channels one 2.4 GHz and one 5GHz. The TV only scans the 2.4 GHz and it cannot connect on it by any means.
Why is this happening? Why 5GHz is not seen by the TV? And most important why it cannot connect to the 2.4 GHZ network? Is there any bug with v508 or are there any specific specifications needed for the WiFi router (like bandwidth, channel etc)??
Thank you.

Try using channel 1-11 for 2.4 GHz and 36-64 for 5 GHz. Higher channels may be problematic. Both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz work fine for me on 55C635 and v508 FW in those channel ranges.

 

[asikis]

Try using channel 1-11 for 2.4 GHz and 36-64 for 5 GHz. Higher channels may be problematic. Both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz work fine for me on 55C635 and v508 FW in those channel ranges.

Hello @lapist . Although i used channels from the ranges you indicate, I changed the default ones to other values, for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz and the TV connected. Thank you for your support.

 

[King Mustard]

Hi all,

I have a TCL C635 (specifically the 43C635K).

TV v5.2.0, OS V8-R51MT02-LF1V325.020654.

The OTA update says I have the latest software.

Do I actually have the latest software for the TV?

 

[stasiof]

Hi all,

I have a TCL C635 (specifically the 43C635K).

TV v5.2.0, OS V8-R51MT02-LF1V325.020654.

The OTA update says I have the latest software.

Do I actually have the latest software for the TV?

Yes, you have latest known ATV firmware.
Btw,
you can flash GTV also (R51MT05).

 

[King Mustard]

Yes, you have latest known ATV firmware.
Btw,
you can flash GTV also (R51MT05).

What's the difference, if I may ask?

 

[stasiof]

https://thewiredshopper.com/android-tv-vs-google-tv/

Which TV is better for you- Google TV or Android TV? A Definitive Guide

The TCL 4K QLED Smart TV offers a lot more options with picture quality being years ahead of what it was earlier. With the integration of other techs the TCL Smart TV can deliver a lot more than just basic programs and games

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[Al3xxxinho]

Hello
Does the 50" TCL C635 have an adaptive brightness function? ( or a light sensor of some kind ) ?
Thanks!