[extra Quality] - 40-ms801a-mac2hg Firmware
Use this if the TV is unresponsive or stuck on the logo screen.
If your TV is stuck on the logo or won't boot, you will need to find the specific .pkg or .bin file.
: Do not guess your firmware. Open the back cover of your TV and locate the white barcoded sticker on the chassis to confirm it reads exactly 40-MS801A-MAC2HG .
This mainboard is designed to support smart TV functionalities and high-definition displays. Key identified specs include: 40-MS801A-MAC2HG (often associated with the TP.SK506S.PB801 chassis).
(often listed as MS801 or MS801A) is a high-performance, smart TV mainboard produced for TCL. It acts as the brain of the television, managing the Android operating system, video input, panel driver, and network capabilities. TV stuck on the "TCL" or "Android" logo loop. System is sluggish or constantly freezing. 40-ms801a-mac2hg firmware
Official firmware is often shared in technician communities or the TCL Firmware Telegram Channel (though not officially affiliated, it is widely used by the community). Process: Format a USB drive to FAT32 .
After downloading, compute the MD5 checksum (using tools like certutil -hashfile on Windows or md5sum on Linux). Ask in forums for the correct hash before flashing.
Resolves issues related to audio-video syncing and network connectivity. How to Update Firmware
Open the Service Menu, find , and change the bit rate or map profile until the picture normalizes. Use this if the TV is unresponsive or
Updates can be performed wirelessly via the "System Update" menu under Settings. USB Manual Update: Technical recovery often requires a manual flash using a Update.img file placed on a USB drive. Functionality:
If your TV turns on but suffers from minor performance lag or bugs, you can update it via the standard interface or the technician service mode.
: Open the back panel of your TV. Locate the white silk-screened text directly on the PCB circuit board. It must explicitly read 40-MS801A-MAC2HG . Do not rely solely on the plastic TV model sticker.
: Go to Settings → Device Preferences (or System) → About → System Update . Local Upgrade : Select Local Update or USB Update . Open the back cover of your TV and
To check your current software version or perform a factory reset, use these codes on the remote: How to update the software on your TCL Android TV
: Locate the physical power button on the TV chassis (usually underneath or on the back). Press and hold it.
: There is no universal version. The firmware must exactly match the board type ( 40-MS801A-MAC2HG ) and the specific panel code of your TV unit.
Press and hold the physical on the TV while plugging it back into the wall. Release when the update screen appears. ⚠️ Critical Warning