This document serves as a comprehensive guide for the TCL 85S551G Google TV, detailing its setup, operation, safety information, and warranty.
Function Description
The TCL 85S551G is a Google TV designed to provide a rich entertainment experience. It integrates smart TV features, allowing users to stream content, access various apps, and utilize voice control through the Google Assistant. The TV supports high-definition audio and video connections, including HDMI, and can be connected to a home network for internet-based services. It is designed for both stand placement and wall mounting, offering flexibility in installation. The TV's core function is to display visual content and play accompanying audio, with advanced features like Google TV enhancing user interaction and content accessibility.
Usage Features
The TCL 85S551G offers a user-friendly experience with several key usage features:
- Initial Setup: The TV guides users through a step-by-step setup process. This includes removing the TV from its packaging, attaching the stand or preparing for wall mounting, and connecting the power cable.
- Remote Control: The included remote control is intuitive, featuring dedicated buttons for power, input selection, Google Assistant, settings, navigation (circular D-pad), OK button, back, home, live TV guide, volume, channel, quick settings, mute, TCL Home, virtual keyboard, and information. The remote supports voice commands via the Google Assistant button, allowing users to search for content by speaking into the microphone. Pairing the remote with the TV is guided on-screen during the first use.
- Connectivity: The TV provides a variety of ports for connecting external devices. These include multiple HDMI ports (some with ARC/eARC support for audio return channel), a USB port for media playback, an Ethernet port for wired network connection, an Antenna/Cable In port for broadcast signals, and an AV In adapter for older analog devices. It also features a Headphone Out and an Optical (Digital Audio Out) for external audio systems.
- Smart TV Features (Google TV): The TV runs on Google TV, which allows for quick setup using the Google Home app on a smartphone (Android or iOS). Users can download and open the Google Home app, then scan a QR code displayed on the TV for a streamlined setup. Alternatively, manual setup via the TV remote is available. Google TV provides access to a wide range of streaming apps, personalized home screens, and content recommendations. A Google Account, TCL account, and a reliable broadband internet connection are required to fully utilize these smart features.
- Parental Controls: Users can set up and manage parental controls through the TV's settings menu, allowing for content restriction. A personal password can be set, and a reset code (0423) is provided in case the password is forgotten.
- Accessibility (Text-to-Speech): The TV includes a Text-to-Speech (TTS) function, which can be enabled or disabled through the accessibility settings. This feature assists users with visual impairments by audibly describing on-screen text.
- Voice Control: Beyond the remote, the TV supports voice control through the Google Assistant. Users can press and hold the HOME and OK buttons on the remote simultaneously to pair it for voice commands. Keeping the remote within 3 feet of the TV during pairing is recommended. Once paired, holding down the Google Assistant button allows users to speak questions or suggestions.
- Product Information: The manual advises users to keep their sales receipt for warranty purposes and to record the model and serial numbers, which are located on the product itself.
Maintenance Features
The manual provides several guidelines for the maintenance and longevity of the TCL 85S551G:
- Cleaning: The TV should be cleaned only with a dry cloth.
- Ventilation: Proper ventilation is crucial to prevent overheating and extend the product's lifespan. Users must ensure that ventilation openings are not blocked and maintain specific spacing (at least 2 inches from the rear cover to the wall, and 1 inch from the top and sides to other surfaces). The TV should not be placed on soft carpeting or similar surfaces that might block bottom ventilation slots.
- Power Cord Care: The power cord should be protected from being walked on or pinched. When not in use, it should be tied up with a cable tie or similar item and kept away from sharp edges to prevent abrasion. Any damaged power cord must be replaced with one specified by the manufacturer.
- Battery Handling: For the remote, alkaline-type batteries are recommended. Users should avoid mixing different types of batteries (Alkaline, Standard, Rechargeable) or old and new batteries. Depleted batteries should always be replaced with two new batteries of the same brand and type. Damaged batteries should never be used. Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat, direct sunlight, open flame, or extreme low air pressure, as this can lead to explosion or leakage. Correct polarity must be observed when inserting batteries. Batteries should be recycled or disposed of according to state and local guidelines, not in fire, hot ovens, or by mechanical crushing/cutting.
- Professional Installation: For wall mounting, professional installation is recommended to ensure safety and prevent damage. The TV should never be mounted to the ceiling with the screen facing down.
- Troubleshooting: The manual includes a troubleshooting section for common issues such as inability to connect to a wireless network, problems with cable/antenna connections, and updating parental control passwords. It directs users to support.tcl.com/us for further assistance.
- Product Protection Plan: Users are encouraged to register their product and consider purchasing a TCL Protection Plan within the first 30 days of ownership. These plans offer extended manufacturer coverage, priority service, product replacement, genuine TCL parts & service, no deductible, pixel repair and burn-in coverage, accidental damage protection, complimentary remote & reinstall (for larger TVs), and remote replacement.
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