2.0 channel dolby atmos all in one sound bar (40 pages)
Summary of Contents for TCL S55HK Series
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2.1 Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer S55H User Manual...
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Overview of the Remote Control ........16 3 Connect your Soundbar system ......19 Connect with the HDMI cable ........19 TCL Tutti Choral ............. 21 Connect with the optical cable ........22 Connect with the audio cable ........23 Direction for setting up your Soundbar using an optical cable ................
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Use your Soundbar with the top panel or Remote Control ................29 Listen to music from your Bluetooth device ....31 Use the USB cable or device for music playback ..32 5 Software update ..........33 Online update ..............33 USB update ..............
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1 Before you begin • Carefully read and observe all safety instructions in the safety leaflet. • This Soundbar is intended for indoor use only. In case it accidentally gets in contact with small amounts of water, unplug immediately and use a dry cloth to remove the water.
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TCL Overseas Marketing Limited bears no responsibility for accidents or damages caused by unauthorized changes, modifications or improper use of the product. User Manual can be found at www.tcl.com on the specific product page in the “Download” section. CAUTION CAUTION...
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• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. • 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.
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2 Welcome Congratulations on the purchase of your new TCL Soundbar! After it is set up and connected, you can experience a superb sound quality and state-of-the-art design to best fit your home entertainment system. You are recommended to read through this user manual which helps you set up, connect and operate the product easily and properly.
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Power cord x 2 Wall anchor x 2 Wall mount bracket x 2 Wall mounting screw x 2 Wall mount template Warranty card Manual Manual...
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Overview of the Soundbar AC~IN HDMI (eARC) OPTICAL AC~IN HDMI (eARC) OPTICAL Short Press: Power on/sleep Long Press: Power off Short Press: Switch input sources (HDMI eARC/Optical/ AUX/USB/Bluetooth) Long Press: Enter subwoofer pairing (If subwoofer disconnected) Short Press: Select Bluetooth mode Long Press: Bluetooth pairing...
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Press to increase or decrease the volume level 5 Input Source LED Indicator HDMI eARC: Magenta Optical: Yellow AUX: Green USB: Cyan Bluetooth: Blue 6 AC input power connector 7 AUX input connector 8 HDMI eARC connector 9 Optical input connector 10 USB Type A connector Note: •...
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Overview of the wireless Subwoofer Wireless Subwoofer THE SUBWOOFER WILL PAIR AUTOMATICALLY WITH SOUNDBAR UPON THE FIRST USE. In case of a problem, take the following steps to manually pair: 1. Press and hold the button on the Subwoofer for 3 seconds until an amber light begins flashing above the pair button.
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• Make sure you use screws provided or specified by the authorized manufacturer. • TCL bears no responsibility for accidents or damage caused by improper wall mounting and screws installation or insufficient wall strength, etc. • Additional tools (not supplied) are required for installation.
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Mount your Soundbar on the wall 1 Place the supplied wall mount template on the wall. Make sure the wall mount template is at least 5CM below the center of the TV. 2 Use a level to make sure the wall mount template is positioned accurately.
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4 Mark on the wall using each marking on the template through the mounting holes. 5 Take away the wall mount template. 6 Drill a screw hole at each marking on the wall. > 48CM 7 Insert the wall anchors in the holes on the wall. 8 Insert the supplied screws with the wall brackets into the hole of the wall anchors.
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Notes • Do not place your Soundbar in a location exposed to direct sunlight, heat, fire, or moisture. Only suitable for mounting at heights: < 200cm.
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Install/replace the Remote Control batteries Warnings Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Caution • The battery contains perchlorate material, handle it with care. For information, refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate 1 Open the battery compartment, remove the old batteries if necessary.
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Overview of the Remote Control Short Press: Mute/Unmute the sound Short Press: Power on/sleep Long Press: Power off Short Press: Select Bluetooth mode Long Press: Bluetooth Pairing Short Press: Change different LED brightness levels Long Press: Switch between LED light on or turn off Short Press: Switch input sources HDMI eARC/Optical/AUX/USB/Bluetooth...
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Increase volume Decrease volume Play previous music; turn to previous item Play next music; turn to next item Play/Pause music Press to switch Night Mode ON or OFF Short press to enter Voice Enhance Mode, short press to switch different levels. Long press to enable or disable the voice prompts.
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This Soundbar can be fully controlled via the TCL Home App, including power, volume, input switching, effects, AI Sonic-Adaptation and more. Use the TCL Home App to explore additional smart features. Please download the latest version from the app stores.
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For TCL TV: Connect HDMI cable from the HDMI (eARC) interface on the Soundbar to the HDMI (eARC/ARC) interface on the Enable the CEC function in the settings of the TCL TV. (See TV User Manual for instructions)
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HDMI Control External devices control (CEC) (eARC/ARC) Auto Power On HDMI 1 Auto Standby HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 (eARC/ARC) TCL S55H AC~IN HDMI (eARC) OPTICAL (eARC) AC~IN HDMI (eARC) OPTICAL For other TV brands: Connect HDMI cable from the HDMI (eARC) interface on the Soundbar to the HDMI (eARC/ARC) interface on the Enable the CEC function in the settings of the TV.
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This function is compatible with some TCL TVs (please visit the TCL official website for specific models). The operation methods for different televisions may vary. • Please find the latest version TCL Tutti Choral compatibility list of the TV models on TCL support web.
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Connect with the optical cable 1 Remove the protective caps from the optical cable when necessary. 2 Connect one end of the optical cable to the optical input connector on your Soundbar and another end to the optical output connector of your TV or device. AC~IN AC~IN HDMI (eARC)
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Connect with the audio cable Connect one end of the audio cable (not supplied) to the AUX input connector on your Soundbar and another end to the headphone or audio output connector on your TV or device. This will disable the sound of your TV built-in speakers.
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To get the best possible audio experience using the optical cable: 1 Press the Home button on your TCL TV Remote. 2 Navigate to Audio option under Settings. 3 Change the TV settings so that the sound of the TV can be output from the speaker system.
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Connect your Soundbar to power supply 1 M a k e s u re t h a t y o u h a v e c o m p l e t e d a l l o t h e r connections before connecting the Soundbar to power supply.
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You will see the blue light on for 3 seconds. Pairing is successful. If you want to pair another device, please repeat step 3. If you cannot find the model name TCL S55H on your • Bluetooth device, press and hold on the Remote Control.
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Connect your wireless Subwoofer to the Soundbar When the wireless Subwoofer is connected, you can enjoy powerful deep bass sounds and a truly immersive audio experience. Auto pairing Make sure both the Soundbar and wireless Subwoofer are connected to the power supply and are turned on. THE SUBWOOFER WILL PAIR AUTOMATICALLY WITH SOUNDBAR UPON THE FIRST USE.
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4 Use your Soundbar system Use your Soundbar with the top panel or Remote Control Make sure the Soundbar is properly connected to the power supply and sources. Press at the top panel of your Soundbar or Remote Control to switch to the correct source. LED state helps to understand Soundbar behaviour.
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Remote Control Soundbar Action LED Behavior on Soundbar Power Off: All LEDs light turn on and turn off from the sides to Power Off/Sleep the center. Power On Power On: LEDs will turn on from the center to the sides. Mute On: Center LED will flash several times.
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Note: After powering on your Soundbar, if there is no operation performed on either the Soundbar or Remote Control within 10 seconds, all LED indicators on the Soundbar will turn off and light up again when the operation is resumed. Tip: You can use more advanced functions on the Remote Control (see ‘Overview of the Remote...
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Use the USB cable or device for music playback • Press play/pause button on the Remote Control to listen to/pause/resume the music. • Press left/right button on the Remote Control to skip to the previous or next track. • Press up/down button to increase or decrease the volume level.
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TCL may offer updates for the Soundbar’s system firmware in the future. When an update is available, you can upgrade the Soundbar by connecting the USB drive or using TCL HOME app to update the firmware online. Online update Follow the instructions in the image below to update the firmware on TCL HOME app.
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Note: Please remove all the files and folders from the USB storage device (after that it should be empty). Update Procedure: A. Find and download the latest update file for your TCL Soundbar on TCL support web (www.TCL.com -> Support). It is VERY important to use the correct file for your specific model.
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USB storage device. C. Upgrade the TCL Soundbar using the following steps: Step 1: Unplug and reconnect the power cord, then restart the Soundbar. Step 2: Switch the Soundbar to USB mode and plug in the USB storage device.
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3 seconds): < 0.5W • Power consumption at standby mode (when the Soundbar has no signal input or audio output for 19 mins) with TCL Home APP on: < 2W Impedance: 8 Ω • •...
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• Weight: 3.06 KG Bluetooth • Bluetooth version: 5.3, Bluetooth profile - Bluetooth stereo supported (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile - A2DP; Audio Video Remote Control Profile - AVRCP) • Frequency range: 2402 Mhz – 2480 Mhz • Max transmitting power: 9.5dBm Remote Control •...
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7 Notice Declaration of conformity Hereby, TCL Overseas Marketing Limited declares that the radio equipment type Soundbar is in compliance with relevant UK statutory requirements. The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.tcl.com go to Support and enter the model name.
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consequences for the environment and human health. Remove the disposable battery To remove the disposable batteries, see the section ‘Install/ replace the remote control battery’. Environmental protection and sustainability We have omitted all unnecessary packaging and make sure it is eco-friendly and sustainable.
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8 FAQ No power • Make sure the AC power cord and AC input connector are connected properly. • Make sure there is power supply. • Make sure the Soundbar has turned on. No sound • Make sure the audio cable is connected to the Soundbar and your device.
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I cannot find the Bluetooth name of this Soundbar on my Bluetooth device. • Make sure the Bluetooth function is activated and LED blink quickly. If the LED is always on, long press bluetooth button on the Remote Control to make the LED fast blink.
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