Hisense 55U8H - Manuals

Contents First-Time Use Using the E-Manual............................................................................................................................3Home Screen.............................................................................................................................

Contents Using Parental Control..................................................................................................................... 39Reset to Factory Default.................................................................................................................. 40 Enterta...

First-Time Use Using the E-Manual View the embedded E-Manual that contains information about your TV's key features.Disclaimer:Instructions and images through this manual are only for reference and may differ from the actual product. Launch the E-Manual Press     button on your remote control to sel...

First-Time Use After connecting to a wired (Ethernet) network:Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Network & Internet . Go to ETHERNET section, and set the TV network by pressing     button to enter the submenu. • Connection Type Show whether the Ethernet is connected....

First-Time Use Related information Network & Internet on page 35 Network Issues on page 55 My TV cannot connect to the network. on page 50 Internet Related Features • Content Sharing To view media content, like videos, music or photos saved in your Android/iOS/PC device on your TVscreen. For mor...

First-Time Use 2. Press     button to rename input. Note: • Maximum name length is 36 characters. Recommended Topics Install an App Install apps from App Store for your entertainment preferences. For more information, please refer to Benefits of Smart TV > Using Apps > Install an App in this m...

Enjoy Live TV Channel Scan You can scan for channels automatically or manually. Note: • Antenna/cable function may not be applicable in some models/countries/regions. Auto Channel Scan Automatically scan for channels to view programs from your TV source.     > TV If no TV channels were saved befo...

Enjoy Live TV TV List Display Live TV channel categories, such as Cable and Antenna . Fav Display favorite lists. History Display the channels that have been watched for a period of time. Edit Edit the channel list. Note: • The sub-menu options may vary depending on models/countries/regions. Related...

Enjoy Live TV Manage the Channels In Live TV, press     >     to select a Live TV channel category such as Antenna or Cable, then use D-pad to select Edit . • Delete: 1. Select the channel you want to delete, or press     to select more channels. 2. Press     button to delete. • Restore: Press   ...

Enjoy Live TV Edit Favorite Channel List Before you can edit the favorite list, Channel Scan must be completed first. Add a channel to a favorite list You can add channels from various reception types to the favorite list. 1. In Live TV, press     button to display the channel list. 2. Press     but...

Enjoy Live TV 4. Press     button to confirm. 5. Then the channel you select will disappear on the FAV list. Note: • These steps should be operated under TV inputs.• Before you edit the favorite lists,complete channel scan first. Related information Channel Scan on page 7 Learn about Live TV Support...

Benefits of Smart TV Using a Google Account Sign in with Google to get apps, Google Assistant, and personalized recommendations. Signing into an account When you turn on the TV for the first time, you can select Set up Google TV to sign into a Google Account by the setup guide, if you select Set up ...

Benefits of Smart TV • Press     button on your remote control. Note: • To start Google Assistant, you need to pair the remote first.• The Google Assistant function may not be applicable in some models/countries/regions.• The setup steps above may vary depending on actual products. Hands-free Voice ...

Benefits of Smart TV • Home network with Wi-Fi capabilities.• For issues of accessing your Amazon account and using the Alexa app during setup, please visit amazon.com for help. How to set up Alexa 1. Press     , select Settings > System > Advanced System > Amazon Alexa Service . 2. Select ...

Benefits of Smart TV Share Media Content from your Device 1. Connect your TV and Android/iOS/PC device to the same network. 2. Turn on Content Sharing at     > Settings > System > Advanced System > Content Sharing . 3. Turn on the content sharing function in your Android/iOS/PC device. 4...

Benefits of Smart TV Install an App Even though your TV has numerous factory-installed apps, there may be others that you would like todownload.To install an app: 1. From the Apps screen, you can use the search box to search for your apps and games that you want toinstall. 2. Select the Install . Th...

Benefits of Smart TV All this app's data will be deleted permanently. This includes all files, settings, accounts, databases, etc. Clear cache Clear cache of applications and system. Clear defaults Clear defaults for apps. Permissions You can turn on or off the Location, and if you turn on Remove pe...

Connecting to External Devices Remote & Accessories Connect remote controls or other accessories, such as keyboard, mouse and gamepad, to interact with yourSmart TV easily. Connect Remote Control Pair the Bluetooth remote control with the TV. 1. To pair the Bluetooth remote control to the TV aft...

Connecting to External Devices HDMI format function In HDMI source, press     button to select HDMI Format . Please select Enhanced format if your HDMI device supports 4K HDR. If it does not support 4K HDR, please select Standard format . Note: • HDMI cables must be used to connect HDMI & CEC co...

Connecting to External Devices 1. Before pairing your Bluetooth devices, make sure they're in pairing mode and put devices within range ofthe TV. To put your Bluetooth devices in pairing mode, refer to the user manual of devices. 2. Press     button to select Settings > Remotes & Accessories ...

Connecting to External Devices • Some mobile devices may not support casting feature. Related information Connect to a Wireless Network on page 4 Using AirPlay and HomeKit Using Airplay Use AirPlay to wirelessly share audio and video content from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to your TV. Streammusic and...

Connecting to External Devices 2. The HomeKit setup screen will display a pairing QR code on the TV. Use your iPhone or iPad to scan theQR code, then follow the on-screen directions to complete HomeKit setup. Note: • Available operations vary depending on the version of the app and software. Connect...

Connecting to External Devices Connecting Audio Visual (AV) Devices Connect with a composite video cable To connect an AV device with a composite video cable (not provided), see the illustration below.When the connection is completed, using your remote control, press     button and select AV as the ...

Connecting to External Devices Ensure the audio connected devices are switched on before switching on the TV.When a digital audio system is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT port, decrease the TV volume, and useyour digital audio system to control the volume. Note: • If you prefer to use Audio Retu...

Connecting to External Devices Sound > Audio Output > Digital Audio Out to choose Dolby Audio - Dolby Digital Plus to receive the 5.1 channel audio. Related information Select Speakers on page 33 Connecting a PC You can connect a PC to the TV with a HDMI cable to use your TV as a PC monitor.Af...

Settings Overview Picture Adjust picture mode and other advanced picture settings. Use the Backlight Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Display & Sound > Picture > Backlight . You can change the overall brightness of the screen.• Dynamic Backlight Control (or L...

Settings Overview • Game Enable Game Mode to optimize the TV's settings to enjoy a better gaming experience with a PC or a gameconsole connected to the TV. • Sports Optimized picture for watching sports. • Theater Day Theater Day corresponds to the quality effect of different ambient brightness scen...

Settings Overview • Sharpness Adjust how sharp or soft edges of images appear. Related information Picture Issues on page 54 Apply Picture Settings Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Display & Sound > Picture > Apply Picture Settings . Adjust current picture mo...

Settings Overview • FreeSync (or PC Sync for some models) Refer to Enabling FreeSync or Enabling PC Sync in this manual. This function may not be applicable in some models/countries/regions. • Low Blue Light Eye care: reduce the emission of blue light.This function may not be applicable in some mode...

Settings Overview • This function may vary depending on the version of the software. Change the Picture Size Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Display & Sound > Screen > Picture Size . You can adjust the Aspect Ratio to stretch or zoom in on your picture. You ...

Settings Overview Adjust the Sound Quality Enable TruBass HDX Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Display & Sound > Sound > TruBass HDX . Optimizes overall sound quality by increasing bass, making dialog clear and natural, and widening the soundfield. Enable Tru...

Settings Overview Balance Adjust the left and right speaker strength to optimize audio for a specific location. Volume Level Balance the sound volume of each source. Auto Volume Control Activate to prevent the volume from changing when you switch TV channels. Lip Sync Synchronize the displayed image...

Settings Overview Adjust the Audio Output settings Enable eARC Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Display & Sound > Audio Output > eARC . Connect an audio device that supports eARC via HDMI-eARC, and set eARC to On to enjoy premium soundquality. Enable TV speak...

Settings Overview Network & Internet You can connect to the internet with Wi-Fi, ethernet, or your phones hotspot.For additional information about Network & Internet, please refer to First Time Use > Connecting to the Internet in this manual. Data saver Press     button on your remote con...

Settings Overview • Automatic date & time Set to use network-provided time.You can also set the current time manually when Off is selected.When Off is selected, the TV Network may not be working properly. • Set date Set the date. • Set time Set the time. • Set time zone Select your time zone. • ...

Settings Overview Configure Device Preferences Settings Keyboard Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > System > Keyboard . Adjust the default settings for the keyboard. Storage Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > System > Storage . View the...

Settings Overview • This function may not be applicable in some models/countries/regions. Serial/IP Control Port Our TV supports IP control feature within the local area network (LAN). TV can accept the spec-compliantinstructions issued by the device in the same local area network through the pre-de...

Settings Overview Signal Information Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > System > Advanced System > Help > Signal Information . Perform self diagnosis to test Video Format, Audio Format, Color Depth, etc. Check Software Version To check the current software versi...

Settings Overview • Locks Turning Parental Control On 1. Turn on Locks to enable the Parental Control function. 2. Create PIN window displays. Using the D-pad on your remote control, create the password. 3. You will see other Parental Control settings change from a greyed out state to highlighted. W...

Entertainment Game You can connect to your game console and set up settings to optimize the TV screen for better gamingperformance. Connect a Game Console You can connect your game console with a HDMI cable to the TV.To start a game from a game console: 1. Switch on your game console. 2. Press     b...

Entertainment You can enjoy a smooth viewing experience with external device connected to the TV when FreeSync is turned on. Note: • Some functions above may not be applicable in some models/countries/regions. Enabling PC Sync Press     button to select Settings > Display & Sound > Picture...

Entertainment Optimized picture for watching sports.Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > Display & Sound > Sound > Sound Mode > Sports . Optimized sound for watching sports events. Media Media is a central location for you to view or listen to different types ...

Entertainment 3 Sort the content list by Name , Date Modified , Size . 4 Filter the content list by All Media , Music , Photos , Videos . 5 Create a photo, music, or video playlist./Press LEFT button to browse the connected devices. /Press MENU button to edit. Note: • Some options in the above table...

Entertainment Container Video Codec File Extension Name Resolution and Frame Rate MPEG4H.264 3840 x 2160 @ 120fps WMV3VC1 1920 x 1080 @ 60fps Motion JPEG 1920 x 1080 @ 30fps VP8 1920 x 1080 @ 60fps AV1 3840 x 2160 @ 120fps HEVC/H.265 3840 x 2160 @ 120fps MPEG1/2MPEG4Sorenson H.263H.263 1920 x 1080 @...

Entertainment Container Audio Codec File Extension Name MPEG1/2/2.5Layer3 AAC-LC, HEAACDTS, DTS HDLPCM MPEG1/2Layer1 MPEG1/2Layer2 MP3 MPEG1/2/2.5Layer3 .mp3 AAC AAC-LC, HEAAC .aac WMA7, WMA8, WMA9WMA Pro WMA WMA9 Pro .wma, .wmv FLAC FLAC .flac Photo Format Image Photo Resolution .jpg .jpeg 15360 x ...

Accessibility Features Accessibility Menu Setup Press     button on your remote control to select Settings > System > Accessibility . Accessibility function provides menu options and audio descriptions to aid the visually or hearing impaired.• Captions Displays and sets the closed captions. Yo...

Troubleshooting FAQ In this section you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions. Note: • The images are only for reference and may differ from the actual product. There is no picture, or the picture is black and white. Check input cable connections. Unplug the TV power cord from...

Troubleshooting Check whether TV Speaker is selected at     > Settings > Display & Sound > Audio Output > Audio Output . My TV cannot connect to the network. Check network status at     > Settings > System > About > Status. Make sure your modem/wireless router is on and c...

Troubleshooting When devices are connected with HDMI cables • If there is always no signal, or the signal cannot be restored after plugging and unplugging, you can press     button to select HDMI Format in HDMI source, to confirm whether the signal can be recognised. • Change to another HDMI port.• ...

Troubleshooting For Bluetooth remote controls If the TV does not respond with the Bluetooth remote control, try pairing the remote control to the TV bypressing and holding the     and     button at the same time. Schedule Recording cannot be used. Check if there is a storage device connected to the ...

Troubleshooting Problems Possible Solutions Picture distorted or appears wavy. • Some electrical appliances may affect the TV. If you turn off the appliance and the interference goes away, then move it further away from TV. • Insert the power plug of the TV into another power outlet. Related informa...

Troubleshooting Problems Possible Solutions The wireless network signal is too weak. • Position your wireless router, modem router, or access point in a central location. Avoid putting it in a corner. Related information My TV cannot connect to the network. on page 50 Channel and Broadcast Issues Fo...

Troubleshooting Problems Possible Solutions There is no sound. • Check whether ARC is selected at     > Settings > Display & Sound > Audio Output > Audio Output . If not, you need to check whether the external power amplifier device is connected to the ARC port or opticalport of the ...

Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solutions Some files cannot be played. • Most files can be played back, but you might experience problems with corrupted files or files with high-bitrate, unsupported resolution,unsupported container or codec formats. Related information Media on page 43 Voice Servic...