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Reddit mentions of TCL 49S517 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model)

Sentiment score: 6
Reddit mentions: 9

We found 9 Reddit mentions of TCL 49S517 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model). Here are the top ones.

TCL 49S517 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model)
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    Features:
  • Your purchase includes One TCL 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV, 2018 Model – 49S517, One start guide, one Remote control Roku TV RC580 with batteries
  • TV dimensions: Without stand- 43.1" W x 25" H x 2.9" D. With Stand- 43.1" W x 27" H x 10" D. Weight without stand: 25.8 lbs. Screen size: 49” Diagonal
  • Inputs: AV Input Composite plus LandR Video, RF Input (NTSC, ATSC) 1, Ethernet 1, USB 1 USB 2.0, HDMI 3 HDMI 2.0 w/HDCP 2.2 (1 ARC), SPDIF Digital Audio Optical 1, Audio Output Headphone 1
  • Pairs 4K ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of Dolby Vision high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture. With the combination of 4K ultra HD, HDR support, a dedicated game mode, and an amazingly low input lag, this is one of the best reviewed gaming TVs out there.
  • Smart functionality offers access to thousands of streaming channels featuring more than 500,000 movies and TV episodes via Roku TV. Contrast Control Zones is not included in 5 Series.
Specs:
ColorPairs 4K
Height27.12 Inches
Length43.14 Inches
Number of items1
Size49 in
Weight26.5 Pounds
Width10 Inches

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Found 9 comments on TCL 49S517 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model):

u/chimthegrim · 2 pointsr/4kTV

First step, download the Roku App on your smart phone, then pair via Blutooth to the TV (easy to do). Then, go to "expert settings" on your phone (in the Roku App) and make sure Gamma is set to 2.2 (or if you're viewing in a bright room, change it to your preference).,

To calibrate the TV, start a show to watch, then press the "*" (Star) button on the Roku remote (to the TV). You can now change the settings.

I watch most shows on Brighter, Vivid now, but I do change it up from time to time since the TV and remote make it quick and easy.

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My settings as I posted in a review on BestBuy:

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My Calibration settings:

Gaming (make sure "game mode" is on):

Bright game like NHL 19: Bright, Vivid.

Dark area in Witcher 3 or Battlefield 1: Dark, HDR Bright

Bright area in Witcher 3: Bright, HDR Bright

Bright area in Battlefield 1: Normal, HDR Normal (changed to Bright, Vivid recently)

Netflix Shows:

Darker show like Lost in Space or Luke Cage: Dark, HDR Bright

Brighter show like Disenchantment or Castlevania (or other 4K cartoons): Brighter, Vivid

Stranger Things: Normal, Normal, or sometimes I do Dark, Normal.

Youtube:

Bright 4K video: Brighter, Vivid

Normal 4K: Bright, Normal

Dark video like Sea of Thieves 4K or under the ocean: Dark, Normal

Sports:

Bright, Normal (I have noticed the "Sports" picture mode doesn't look good)

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If you are wanting to "set it and forget it", then just do Bright, Vivid and it works great in most modes.

Also, in Advance Picture Settings you can change the Micro Contrast. Change this setting to your liking.

Also, check reviews on Amazon or other sites to get other calibration settings. I use these because these are what I prefer and they look great.

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Edit:

Here is an example of additional settings provided off an Amazon review:

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"Normal can produce really flushed faces unless the color setting is turned down - but also produces the sharpest most accurate picture in my opinion. Note: I believe these setting are pretty much the default settings except I turned down the color a bit.


- TV Brightness: Bright during mid day, darker at night (2 easy clicks to change) - or just keep it on Normal. * This TV is more than bright enough for bright daylight viewing. Saw some complaints that it's not very bright. It's more than plenty bright!
- Picture mode: Normal
- Audio effect: Theater (sound's not that bad - but by no means as good as a sound bar). I also have it toslink connected to an older 5.1 Denon receiver - sounds great).
- Backlight: 100
- Brightness: 50
- Contrast: 100
- Sharpness: 0
- Color: 42
- Tint: 0
- Temp: Normal
- Micro Contrast: Low
- All other setting turned to Off (noise reduction, etc.)


Love the picture coming over cable, antenna, and streaming. HDR on YouTube is stunning. I mostly use the TV to watch Cable TV. Don't have any streaming subscriptions. The picture is very clean, sharp, accurate color, deep blacks, etc. No complaints. Getting around Roku is a snap, and changing settings and all is very intuitive. So far so good, and it is the best TV I've owned. Price is great for what you get. "

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Source: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07989K4HB/ref=nav_timeline_asin?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1#customerReviews Review titled: " Don't hesitate to buy. Really good value! "

u/Thewonderboy94 · 1 pointr/PS4

Its a decent budget TV for gaming, but the HDR is very entry level. I would advice paying a little more and get a better TCL, or consider a Samsung TV. TCL and Samsung both have good input lag and often great contrast. I have heard Vizio is solid too, but apparently its input lag is not quite as low?

If 4K maters to you, budget LG isnt the best option, and they'll usually also have a low contrast ratio. Their OLEDs are great, but the cheaper models use WRGB pixel structure which have some problems displaying 4K picture accurately http://4k.com/news/lthree-of-lgs-4k-tvs-offer-pseudo-uhd-and-a-raw-deal-for-consumers-uh6400-uh6100-uf6800-16649/ This still applies to their newer budget models.

If TCL is something you want, this year's model will probably provide a good bit better HDR performance. There doesnt seem to be many reviews up yet, but the impressions I have read have mostly been pretty good.

Rtings just reviewed TCL's R617, so I guess S515 is going to be next.

u/spies4 · 1 pointr/PKA

I'm not really sure lol, I don't really know much about TV specs so I thought 240hz was legit but a bunch of people set me straight, but I actually just got the 49 inch 4k TCL 5 series (49S517), really like it so far, forza looks so damn good on it.

u/cryptosnacks420 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

This one is a great option. A couple buddies have this model as well as myself and we love them. all are holding up well, plus the 49 inch is only $319 and its got proper HDR support. I believe it has bluetooth support for your headphones but if you didn't know ps4 and xbox both have this already built into the console if a tv model didn't have it, if that's what you are gonna use it for. I think it's literally the same one as the other guy linked just the 2018 model instead of the 2017.

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-49S517-49-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B07989K4HB/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=tcl%2B4k%2Bhdr&qid=1557634945&s=gateway&sr=8-5&th=1

u/RoboTicks · 1 pointr/hometheater

I bought a 49" TV off Amazon and it arrived with no issues.

If you're looking for recommendations, I got this one: https://www.amazon.com/TCL-49S517-49-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B07989K4HB/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1550978262&sr=8-4&keywords=tcl+4k+hdr (not an affiliate link)

They have a 55" model as well.

u/Shera939 · 1 pointr/4kTV

Keep your eye out for the new 5 series as well. Just to make the choice even tougher. Sorry!

From TCL: "The great features added to our S405 on our new 5 Series include Support for Dolby Vision, Wide Color Gamut, as well as picture performance improvements such as our iPQ Engine and HDR Pro Gamma, all wrapped in a great new cosmetic design!" The 49" is on Amazon, the 55" should arrive shortly.

Personally I'd go 5 series or 6 series. 6 series might be $599 at Best Buy if we get lucky and have the option of a lesser remote = cheaper price again this year. And the 5 series will be about $499.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07989K4HB/ref=twister_B07BT8WDPX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

u/bob99900090 · 1 pointr/Televisions

Hey, this CL 49S517 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) is 249.99 thinking of pulling the trigger...

TCL 49S517 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07989K4HB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h9nlDbYWG9SHQ

u/carld135 · -1 pointsr/4kTV

to be honest, nah, it's a mediocre tv, but here's what i'd recommend

TCL S517 (49")