This article is about how to update TCL smart TV firmware online and TCL USB update firmware. Smart TVs have evolved and constantly keep developing and upgrading, so the manufacturers always push out firmware updates.
The firmware, also known as software, is regularly updated by smart TV manufacturers for many reasons. Some of which might include: fixing glitches, addressing and resolving bugs, improving functionalities, and adding new features to the TV, all of which are done to ensure that as a user, you get premium entertainment for your money by improving on the experience you enjoy when using the smart TV.
It is then crucial that as a TCL smart TV owner, you constantly update your TCL smart TV firmware, as long as there is an update available, so you can enjoy a better seamless experience using your TCL smart TV.
Now, TCL operates two different operating devices, the Android OS and the Roku, but whichever TCL device you have, this article has got you covered. We will be exploring how to update tcl tv with USB for both Android and Roku.
How to Update TCL Smart TV Firmware Running on Android
If your TCL smart TV operates the Android operating system, this article will explain the different methods you can use to update the firmware of your TCL smart TV.
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How to Update TCL Smart TV Firmware using the Internet for Android TV
Follow the steps below to update the firmware of your Android TCL smart TV using the internet.
- Switch on your TCL Smart TV and connect to a stable WiFi network.
- Use your TCL smart TV remote to navigate to the home screen.
- From the home screen, navigate to the settings menu.
- From the settings, click on the Device preference menu.
- From the options showing on your screen, choose About.
- From the menu, select system update.
- Then, select Network Update from the menu.
- Follow the prompts displayed on your screen to complete the download and installation of the new firmware.
You mustn’t turn off your TV during the download and installation process. If you have followed the steps listed above, your Android TCL smart TV is now running on the latest available firmware.
How to Update TCL Smart TV Firmware Manually for Android TV
Suppose you prefer upgrading your TCL smart TV firmware without connecting your TCL TV to the internet, or due to certain issues, your TV is unable to connect to the internet. In that case, this section will show you how to update the firmware manually.
To update TCL smart TV Firmware manually, you will need a computer, a USB drive of at least 2GB of available space, and of course, your TCL smart TV.
Once you have all of the requirements in place, follow the steps listed below.
- Turn on your computer, and from your web browser, go to the TCL official support site.
- Navigate to software download and input your TCL smart TV model number.
- Download the latest firmware version available for your smart TV.
- Extract the file that has been downloaded to your computer.
- Connect your USB drive to the USB port of your computer.
- Copy the extracted file to your USB drive.
- Connect the USB drive to the USB port of your TCL Android smart TV.
- Turn on your TCL TV, and from the home screen, navigate to settings.
- Then select Device Preference from the settings menu.
- From there, click on About.
- From About, go to software update.
- From the Software update, click the local update button.
- TCL smart TV will automatically search for the updated file and start installing.
- Tap OK on the prompt that will pop up on your screen.
- After the update has been installed, your TV will automatically restart and start running on the new firmware.
Either of the methods shown above is valid for updating the firmware of an android TCL smart TV. Use any of the methods, and start enjoying your new update.
How to Update TCL Smart TV Firmware Running on Roku
If your TCL smart TV uses the Roku operating system, this section of the article will explain the different methods you can use to update the firmware of your Roku TCL smart TV.
How to Update TCL Smart TV Firmware using the Internet for Roku TV
Follow the steps listed below to update the firmware of your Roku TCL smart TV using the internet.
- Switch on your TV and connect to a stable WiFi network.
- Use your TCL smart TV remote to navigate to the home screen.
- From the home screen, navigate to the settings menu.
- From the settings, click on the System menu.
- From the settings menu, select system update. The system update will show both the date of the last update and the currently available update.
- Then, select Check now from the menu.
- If there is a new update, the smart TV will automatically start downloading and installing.
- The TV will automatically restart itself once the installation is completed.
You mustn’t turn off your TV during the download and installation process. Your Roku TCL smart TV is now running on the latest available firmware if you have followed the steps listed above.
How to Update TCL Smart TV Firmware Manually for Roku TV
If you prefer upgrading your TCL smart TV firmware without connecting your TV to the internet, or due to specific issues, your TV cannot connect to the internet. In that case, this section will show you how to update the firmware manually.
To update TCL smart TV Firmware manually, you will need a computer, a USB drive of at least 2GB of available space, and of course, your TCL smart TV.
Once you have all of the requirements in place, follow the steps listed below.
- Turn on your computer, and from your web browser, go to the TCL official support site.
- Navigate to software download and input your Roku TCL smart TV model number.
- Download the latest firmware version available for your smart TV.
- Extract the file that has been downloaded to your computer.
- Connect your USB drive to the USB port of your computer.
- Copy the extracted file to your USB drive.
- Connect the USB drive to the USB port of your TCL Roku smart TV.
- Turn on your TV, and from the home screen, navigate to settings.
- Then select System from the settings menu.
- From there, click on System Update.
- From the system update, click I can’t connect, and after checking for your USB drive, a 12-digit code will appear on your TV.
- Go back to the official support site and re-input your TV brand and model details.
- After confirming, click on the, I already have it button.
- Enter the 12-digit code shown on your TV screen into the search box provided.
- You will receive a 6-digit code after confirmation. Type the code into the input box provided on your TV.
- Your TCL smart TV will automatically start installing the update.
- After the update has been installed, your TV will automatically restart and start running on the new firmware.
TCL Software Update USB
To update your TCL software using a USB using the techniques here; you’d need at least 256MB storage size or more worth of USB flash drive. Once you’ve got it; then, follow the steps below to learn more about the TCL software update USB procedures.
- Go to https://tvupdate.roku.com/ on a web browser [phone or PC].
- Click on the “Menu” and select “TCL” as the name of your phone brand.
- Enter your “Roku Model Number.” To get your Roku Model Number go to Settings > System > About and you will see the 4-digit and a number.
- Enter the 12-digit serial number and hit the “Next” tab; it’s the 12-digit or/and letters on the “About” screen. You can get through to it via Settings > System > About screen on your Roku TV.
- Your Roku TCL model will pop up with the model number. Click “Confirm” if it’s correct otherwise click on “Cancel” to enter the model number again.
- Click “Download Software” to download the TCL software update to your PC.
- Once the TCL update firmware has been downloaded you then need to copy it to your USB for installation.
With the steps above you can get the TCL software update USB that is ready for installation. Follow the next section to know about the TCL tv software update USB.
TCL TV Software Update USB
Now, we will discuss the TCL TV software update USB with the firmware you transferred to the USB from your PC. All you have to do is to follow the steps as shared here.
- Plug the USB into your TCL TV [the exact TV with the model number you entered].
- Press the “Home” button on the TV remote control.
- Go to Settings > System > System update > I can’t connect.
- Once the firmware update is validated a 12-digit code will appear on your TV. Then, type this 12-digit code and choose the “Next” button.
- If you see “Contents of the update file are invalid” it means that your TCL TV is running the latest firmware possible so there is no need to reinstall it again.
- Type the same 12-digit code on your TV screen and type it on the TCL firmware page where you downloaded the new firmware and click on the “Next” button.
- If the 12-digit code is correct another 6-digit code will display on your screen [PC].
- Type the 6-digit code on your TCL TV with the aid of the remote control.
- Done.
Now, the TCL TV software update USB process will begin and once the update is completed your TV will restart automatically. Once the restart is completed you can proceed to remove the USB and your TCL TV firmware is now the latest.
Either of the methods shown above are valid for updating the firmware of a Roku TCL smart TV. Use any of the methods, and start enjoying your new update.