How do I know if my TCL TV is original?

The serial number is the unique, identifying tag for your TCL. In human terms, it is the equivalent of the uniqueness of your fingerprint, DNA, or dental records. It identifies the TV as a specific unit amongst thousands of other TCL TVs that are just like it.
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Where is the serial number on a TCL TV?

It may on the left or right side of the back panel.
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What does a TCL TV serial number look like?

On most TCL air conditioners or dehumidifiers the product serial number can be found on a rectangular white sticker underneath a bar code. The sticker can be found on the box of the product and also on the appliance as well.
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How can I test my TCL TV?

How to check the software version of your TCL Android TV
  1. Press the Home button on the TCL Android TV remote control to display the Home screen.
  2. Use the navigation button to move the cursor to the Settings icon, located on the right top of the screen, then press OK.
  3. Scroll and select Device Preferences.
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What do TCL model numbers mean?

65 = screen size in inches, measured across the diagonal. C = Product line. 825 = Series (the higher the number more premium the model) K = Year, 'K' representing 2021. So, the 65C825K will be a 65-inch, C-line, 82-series from 2021.
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Why you should not buy a TCL smart TV



Who are TCL TVs made by?

TCL has built a reputation for making affordable TVs loaded with streaming smarts. Indeed, the Chinese brand ranked no. 2 in North America in terms of market share in 2020.
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Do TCL TVs last?

Most TCL TVs will last around seven years under heavy use if they are used properly. TVs can be used until they show a reduction in picture quality or stop working. TCL TVs come with a warranty to help protect the new TVs against manufacturer's defects and other issues.
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How do I know if my TCL TV is 4K?

How Do I Know If My TV is 4K?
  1. The easiest way to know if your TV is 4K is to look at the user manual or the packaging box that shows the display details.
  2. Usually, user manuals term the resolution as Ultra-High Definition or simply, UHD.
  3. It might also be denoted in terms of pixels, 3840 x 2160.
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Is TCL an Android TV?

Your TCL TV

TCL smart TVs operate on the Android TV platform and will soon be getting an upgrade to the Google TV interface.
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What kind of TV is a TCL?

TCL TVs (US)

TCL offers US buyers a range of televisions in sizes from 32 inches, and a choice of two operating systems: Roku TV and Google TV. The 2021 R635 is one of the company's most popular US models, so it's a great place to start your search.
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Is FCC ID same as serial number?

Serial numbers tend to be unique for each device, that is, a new serial number will be made for each device coming off the manufacturing line. FCC IDs, however, are unique for all of the same models coming off the manufacturing line. In this way, an FCC ID is much similar to a model number than a serial number.
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How do I register my TCL TV?

Please register your TCL TV 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. Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase.
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How do I know which TCL Roku TV I have?

You can locate the model of your Roku device from the settings menu of your Roku device.
  1. Press the Home button on your Roku remote.
  2. Scroll up or down and select Settings.
  3. Select System, followed by About.
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Where do you find a serial number on a TV?

On the product stickers

You can normally find these stickers at the back of the TV, or engraved on the TV front panel. Note: The model and serial numbers are different.
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What is a TV model number?

Finding your TV Model Number

Model numbers are usually a series of letters and numbers, like KDL-42W800B or VT4200-L. Your TV model number (along with other information such as serial number) can sometimes be found on the back of the TV on a sticker.
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Does TCL support Netflix?

Netflix is available in Ultra HD on most TCL Ultra HD TVs. To stream in Ultra HD, you will need: A Netflix plan that supports streaming in Ultra HD.
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Are TCL good TV?

Overall, TCL TVs offer good picture quality and great features at a low price. Although some models aren't as feature-packed or as well-built as more expensive options, their TVs typically offer great value and have more features.
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Does TCL TV have Google?

The release of TCL Android TVs several years back makes it easier for you to connect your TV to Google Home. With this, you can easily cast shows, movies, games, sports, and other content from your Android device or any other device for that matter to your TCL TV. Just simply tap the Cast button.
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How do I activate 4K on my TCL TV?

Press the Home button on their TCL Roku TV Remote. Scroll down and select Streaming Channels. Press the button. Scroll down and select 4K UHD Content Available.
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Is 4K and UHD the same?

A 4K TV comes equipped with this same resolution—roughly four times the resolution of the previous 1080 standard—whereas UHD offers a display resolution of 3,840 x 2,160. While this is slightly short of "true" 4K, UHD resolution is often rounded-up and referred to as 4K for the sake of simplicity.
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How do I know if my TV is HD?

Check your TV's display resolution settings.

Resolution is marked by a number, which tells you how many horizontal lines your screen can hold, followed by the letter "p" or "i." SD TVs have a resolution of 480i, while HDTVs support resolutions of 480p, 720i, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p.
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Are TCL TVs junk?

TCL is a joke, they sell garbage TV's that wont hold up to a simple relocation. Yesterday I was relocating this tv to bedroom, and upon turning it on the screen was somehow cracked, the worst part is you call them to help remedy, and they put the blame on you for breaking the egg shell thin screen.
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Is TCL made by Samsung?

What is this? Also, unlike in the smartphone market where Samsung supplies screens to other companies, all TCL components are from other Chinese companies and not Samsung.
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Is TCL better than Sony?

Our Verdict. The Sony X900H is a bit better than the TCL 6 Series/R635 2020. The Sony has much more accurate colors, handles gradients a lot better, and has a lower input lag. However, the TCL displays deeper blacks, gets brighter, and displays a wider color gamut.
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