Hisense 40H5500F 40" Class H55 Series Android Smart TV

Connecting Devices to your TV

You have several options for connecting your TV to different devices. The method you choose will be based upon the type of cables you have and the available outputs on your device.

Connecting an antenna, cable set-top box or satellite receiver

To connect an antenna,cable set-top box or satellite receiver:

1. Connect one end of a coaxial cable (not included) to the RF OUT port on the antenna, cable or satellite box. If you are using an antenna with twin-lead cable, you may need a 300-75 Ohm adapter (not provided) to connect it to the back of your TV. Likewise, if you are using several antennas, you may need a combiner (not provided).

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the ANT/CABLE port on the side of TV.

3. Using your remote, select the Inputs icon in Home screen and select Channels as the input source.

Connecting a satellite receiver, DVD player or other audio visual (AV) devices with a composite video cable (yellow/white/red)

To connect an AV device with a composite video cable (not provided):

1. Use the audio and video cables to connect the composite video/audio ports of the external AV device to the AV IN ports of the TV. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red)

2. Plug the connected devices into the AV connectors on the TV before switching it on.

3. Using your remote, select the Inputs icon in Home screen and select Composite as the input source.

Connecting an AV device with an HDMI cable

This 4K TV has two different software versions of HDMI ports to connect HDMI-enabled devices. The high-powered HDMI version 2.0 inputs that enable you to connect 4K Ultra-HD external devices, a better experience when connected to the HDMI1 port. For example, if you have an X-box or Blu-ray player that supports the 2.0 standard, more details will be transmitted to the TV screen to maximize your entertainment experience. The HDMI version 1.4 inputs are great for any of your external devices that support a standard full high-definition resolution of 1080p.

Please refer to the User Manual that came with your device for step-by-step instructions.

To connect an AV device with an HDMI cable (not provided):

1. Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI output port of the AV device to the HDMI port of the TV.

2. Plug the connected devices into the HDMI port on the TV before switching it on.

3. Using your remote, select the Inputs icon in Home screen and select the corresponding HDMI input.

NOTES

• Because the HDMI connector provides video and audio signals, it is not necessary to connect an audio cable.

• We strongly recommend to use HDMI Cable with 2 cores as shown in the figure.

Connecting a headphone

You can connect headphone (not provided) to the HEADPHONE port on your TV. While the headphone is connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.

NOTES

• Headphones with microphones are not supported.

• If "Headphone with Speakers" in the sound menu is selected manually, the headset and the whole machine will have sound at the same time.

Connecting a USB device

You can connect the USB devices such as hard drives, USB sticks and digital cameras for browsing photos, listening to music and watching recorded videos.

1. Connect a USB device into the USB port.

2. Select the content you want to play or view. For more information, see Media on page 28.

NOTES

• When connecting a hard disk or a USB hub, always connect the mains adapter of the connected device to the power supply. Exceeding a total current consumption may result in damage. The USB1.1 and USB2.0 devices maximum current consumption are 500mA.

• For individual non-standard high-capacity mobile hard disk, if its impulse current is greater than 500mA, it may cause TV-rebooting or self-locking. So the TV does not support it.

• The USB port supports a voltage of 5V.

Connecting speakers or other audio receivers

To connect speakers or other audio receivers with an audio cable (not provided):

1. Use an audio cable to connect the digital audio in port of the audio receiver device to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT port of the TV.

2. Plug the connected devices into the main power socket before switching on the TV.

TIP: If you prefer to use Audio Return Channel, then see Connecting a digital sound bar to use Audio Return Channel (ARC) on page 8.

NOTES

• When a digital audio system is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT port, decrease the TV and system volume.

• You can connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT port on the back of the TV to the Optical port on the Amplifier. Then go to the Settings / Menu > Sound > Advanced settings > Digital audio out to select Dolby Digital to receive the Dolby Digital audio.

Connecting a digital sound bar to use Audio Return Channel (ARC)

If you’d like to use the Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature to have sound sent from the TV back down an HDMI cable to a digital sound bar, then you will need to connect the cable to the HDMI / ARC port. By using this feature, you will also be able to control the sound bar with your TV remote instead of using multiple remotes for each device. To connect a digital sound bar with an HDMI cable (not provided):

1. Connect the cable that’s attached to the sound bar to the HDMI / ARC port on the TV.

2. Turn on the sound bar by pressing the Power button.

3. Press the [] button on your remote and select the Settings icon, then go to Sound > Speakers.

4. Select the ARC option.

NOTES

• Only digital sound bars that require a wired connection are compatible with the TV.

• If the device has an Input Selector feature then make sure to change it to TV.

• 5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device that supports a 5.1 channel surround sound. You can go to the Settings / Menu > Sound > Advanced settings > Digital audio out to select Dolby Digital Plus to receive the 5.1 channel audio. You will need to also go into the sound or audio settings of your device to ensure it is set to 5.1 Channel output. It may read ‘Bitstream’, ‘RAW’ or ‘Digital’.

Connecting Your TV to a Wireless or Wired Network

You have the option to connect your TV to a wireless or wired network to access the Internet. For more information about the network settings on TV, see Network on page 23.

Connecting to a wireless network

Our built-in wireless LAN adapter supports the IEEE 802.11 ac/b/g/n communication protocols and we recommend that you use an IEEE 802.11n or IEEE 802.11ac router. When you play a video over an IEEE 802.11 b/g connection, the video may not play smoothly.

NOTES

• You must use the built-in Wireless LAN Adapter to use a wireless network because the set does not support an external USB network adapter.

• To use a wireless network, your TV must be connected to a wireless IP sharer. If the wireless IP sharer supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), your TV can use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network.

• Select a channel for the wireless IP sharer that is not currently being used. If the channel set for the wireless IP sharer is currently being used by another device nearby, this will result in interference and communication failure.

• If you apply a security system other than the systems listed below, it will not work with the TV.

• If Pure High-throughput (Greenfield) 802.11N mode is selected and the Encryption type is set to WEP, TKIP or TKIP-AES (WPS2 Mixed) for your Access Point (AP), then the TV will not support a connection in compliance with these Wi-Fi certification specifications.

• If your access point (AP) supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can connect to the network via Push Button Configuration (PBC) or PIN (Personal Identification Number). WPS will automatically configure the SSID and WPA key in either mode.

Connecting to a wired (Ethernet) network

You can attach your TV to your LAN in one of the three following ways:

• Option 1

You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to an external modem using a Cat 5 LAN cable. See the illustration below.

• Option 2

You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to an IP Sharer which is connected to an external modem. Use an Ethernet cable for the connection. See the illustration below.

• Option 3

Depending on how your network is configured, you may be able to attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV directly to a network wall outlet with an Ethernet cable. See the diagram below.

If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS, so you don’t have to enter them manually. Most home networks are Dynamic Networks.

Some networks require a Static IP address. If your network requires a Static IP address, you must enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually on your TV’s Cable Setup Screen when you set up the network connection. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

NOTE

• You can use ADSL modems that support DHCP if your network requires a static IP address. ADSL modems that support DHCP also let you use static IP addresses.

Using Your TV Remote Control

Buttons on your TV remote

NOTE

• The buttons are only for reference, actual remote may vary in appearance.

• The remote supports both infrared and Bluetooth connection mode.

Remote control range information

• The remote control can work at a distance of up to 26 feet in front of the TV set.
• It can work at a 30 degree horizontal or vertical angle.

Begin using your remote

1. Slide the back cover to open the battery compartment of the remote control.
2. Insert two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the (+) and (-) ends of the batteries with the (+) and (-) ends indicated in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

NOTES

• Discard batteries in a designated disposal area. Do not throw them into a fire.
• Remove old batteries immediately to prevent them from leaking into the battery compartment.
• If you do not intend to use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.
• Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the batteries leak, clean the battery compartment with a cloth. If chemicals touch your skin then wash it immediately.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (NiCd, NiMH, etc.) batteries.
• Do not continue using the remote if it gets warm or hot.
• Call our Support Center immediately on the support website.

Pairing the Remote Control

1. Pair the remote to the TV after you power it on. Keep the remote control within 10 feet from the TV. Press and hold the button at least 3 seconds to start pairing.
2. If the remote paired successfully then a confirmation will display on the screen. If it did not pair successfully then an unsuccessful message will display. Repeat step 1.

See Remote on page 26 for more information.

NOTES

• If an unknown error occurred with the remote then it could have been caused by interference. Try to remove what's causing the interference and pair it again.
• If an unknown error occurred in the remote control while the battery power is normal, you can take out the batteries and press any key for 1~2 seconds, then the remote control can work normally.
• The remote cannot be paired to the TV while the TV is in standby mode.

Other

Program your universal cable or satellite remote control to operate your new television (only for USA)

If you would like to program your other household remote controls to your new television,please refer to the User’s Manual supplied by your Cable or Satellite provider. The Cable or Satellite providers’ User’s Manuals should include instructions on how to program their remote to your television.

A list of codes for the most common Cable and Satellite providers are listed below. Use the code that is associated with your Cable or Satellite provider (if applicable).

DIRECTV

0178, 10178, 10019, 10748, 11314, 11660, 11710, 11780, 12049, 10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11564, 11641, 11963, 12002, 12183

Time Warner Cable

386, 0178, 10178, 400, 450, 461, 456, 0748, 1463, 0463, 10463

Comcast

0178, 10178, 10463, 11463, 10748, 11314, 11660, 10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11641, 11780, 11785, 11892, 11963, 12002

Cox Communications

0178, 10178, 1326, 1463

Dish Network

505, 627, 538, 720, 659

If the code associated with your Cable or Satellite provider is not listed, does not work or you cannot locate the instructions to program your remote, call your local Cable or Satellite provider’s customer service center. If your Cable or Satellite provider does not have a code available, please contact us.

Using your cable set-top box or satellite receiver remote as a ‘universal’ remote

If you prefer to use your Cable Set-top Box or Satellite Receiver Remote as a ‘universal’ remote, visit the Support page to view a list of the codes.

Completing the Setup Wizard Menu

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet, the TV will turn on.

After the splash screen that displays the logo appears, begin the Setup Wizard menu.

The guide setting is completed according to the boot navigation prompt. The navigation information is specific to the actual condition.

The Home screen will be your starting point for navigating the TV.

Shortcuts Instructions

You can use shortcuts on the remote control for fast operation.

Turning your TV on or off

• To turn your TV on:

1. Connect the power cord to the back of the TV, then plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

2. When the TV is powered on, press the [ ] button on the remote to turn on TV.

• To turn your TV off, press the [ ] button on the remote.

NOTES

• When your TV is in standby mode, it is still consuming power. To completely disconnect power, please remove the plug from the AC outlet.

• If your TV does not receive an input signal for several minutes, it automatically goes into standby mode.

Using the Live TV

To view broadcast programs, press the [] button on your remote, select the Inputs icon in Home screen and select Channels as the input source.

Channel search guide

When you select Channels as input, if no TV channels were saved before, you will be prompted to do a channel search. You can also go to Menu > Channels to change the channel settings.

Launch Live TV

After channel scaning is done for the first time, the screen will display LiveTV operating tutorial, including: how to Load info Bar, how to load the channel list and so on.

Press the UP button to view channel and program information.

Press the OK button to view Channel List

Press the MENU button to configure settings of broadcast TV.

Press the BACK button to return to the channel last viewed.

Viewing channel information

As you use the [ CH ] button on your remote to scroll through channels, an information banner appears on the top of the screen.

The information banner displays the following information:

1. Channel number
2. Lock status
3. Input
4. Program name
5. Show identification
6. Channel name
7. Current date and time
8. Beginning and end time of the next program
9. Start/Stop time progress bar of the current program
10. Prompt
11. Favorite channel

If you are watching a particular channel, you can also press the [ Up ] button of your remote to view channel information.

Viewing a channel list

After you have done an automatic channel scan (if you’re using an antenna) or receiving your channels through a cable provider, you can view your list of channels by pressing [OK] on your remote.

You will see the channel list display on the right side of the screen.

Creating a Favorite List

To quickly access your most-watched channels, you can create a Favorite List in one of two ways.

• The first way is to create your Favorite List in Menu:

1. Press the [] button to access the Menu in Channels source.
2. Select Channels > Favorite List.
3. Using the [Up / Down] buttons of your remote, select a channel and press [OK] button.

• The second way is to create your Favorite List in channel list:

1. Press the [OK] button to call out the channel list in Channels source.
2. Select a channel and add it by using the Special function buttons on your remote.

A heart-shaped indicator will appear beside the channel as confirmation that it has been successfully added.

Viewing your Favorite list

To view channels that you’ve added to your Favorite List simply press [OK] on your remote to call out the channel list. The channel list appears on the right side of the screen and heart-shaped icons are shown next to the channels that make up your Favorite List. You can press the [ Left / Right ] buttons to switch the channel list (ANTENNA or CABLE) , FAVORITE and HISTORY list.

Using shortcuts

Google Assistant

You can press the [] button to turn on your Google Assistant, use your voice to ask it questions, tell it to do things.

Closed Caption (CC)

You can switch among Off, On and On when mute.

Narration (NRT)

You can switch between Video Description On and Video Description Off.

Audio Language (MTS)

You can choose the audio language in DTV mode and you can set MTS for Mono, Stereo or SAP in ATV mode.

Settings

Network

• Wi-Fi: Turn on the Wi-Fi to access the Internet via a wireless network connection. Select an available network, press [OK] to confirm. A screen will appear prompting you to enter the password if necessary.
• Connect via WPS: If your access point (AP) supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can connect to the network via press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on your router. WPS will automatically configure the SSID and WPA key.
• Add new network: You can add wireless network.
• Scanning always available: Check to scan for networks even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
• Anyview Stream: Allow to view videos, images and music shared from another device in your network.
• Connected / Not connected: Show whether the Ethernet is connected
• Proxy settings: You can set the proxy server.

NOTE

• HTTP proxy is used by the browser but may not used by other apps.

• IP settings: Configure the IP setting for your network connection.

Inputs

You can see the state of devices that the TV connected: Connected Input, Standby Inputs and Not connected Input.

Consumer Electronic Control (CEC)

• HDMI control: Allow the TV to control HDMI devices.
• Device auto power off: Power off HDMI devices with the TV.
• TV auto power on: Power on the TV with HDMI device.

NOTES

• HDMI cables must be used to connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to your TV.
• The HDMI CEC feature of the connected device must be turned on.
• If you connect an HDMI device that is not HDMI CEC-compatible, all the HDMI-CEC Control features do not work.
• Depending on the connected HDMI device, the HDMI-CEC Control feature may not work.

Picture / Sound / Help / Parental Controls

See other chapters for more information about these settings. For example, for Picture settings, see Picture on page 18.

Amazon Alexa Service

Use your voice to control the TV, other smart home devices, and more.

• Amazon Alexa Service: Turn on and off Alexa service.
• Amazon Alexa Service Setup: Set up accounts to use Alexa service.
• Setup checklist: Check the current settings of Alexa and guide the user to set up.
• Things to try: Show the main functions that the Alexa can support currently.

Google Cast

Enables you to extend your app to direct its streaming video and audio to the TV.

Apps

You can view details about an app or other item listed. The information and controls available vary among different types of apps.

Screen saver

Enables Screen saver when the TV is idle.

Usage Mode

Set the TV to use in Home (energy preferred), Store or Store Mode with Video.

Wake Up

• Wake on LAN: An application on your second screen with Wake on Wired LAN will turn on your TV when you use the feature.

1. Your TV and the device must in the same LAN.
2. Click the screencast icon in the device's app (like YouTube). The device displays the ID of all available devices.
3. Click on your TV name, the TV opens the app or casts the contents on the app to the TV.

When the device casts the contents of app to the TV which in standby mode, the TV automatically boots.

• Wake on Wireless Network: An application on your second screen with Wake on Wireless will turn on your TV when you use the feature. (See "Wake on LAN" for more details.)
• Wake on Cast: Wake up the TV with the cast function.

Send Diagnostics and Usage

Allow to send the diagnostics and usage of the report.

Setup assistant

Use the Setup assistant for instructions to help you set up your TV.

Enhanced Viewing

Provide useful information based on content that appears on your TV.(only for some countries)

Storage & reset

You can view the TV storage and also you can reset to the factory data.

About

You can view the version information, the status of network, and other information. You can also update the software version or change the TV's name.

• System update: We will provide software updates to continuously enhance your TV and correct any issues that may impact your user experience; therefore, we recommend that you keep your TV connected to the Internet to automatically receive updates when they are available.
• Device name: Choose a name for your TV. The name will be shown to devices that are available for sharing data.

Date & time

• Automatic date & time: Use network-provided time. You can also set the current time manually when Off is selected.
• Set date: Set the date.
• Set time: Set the time.
• Set time zone: Select your time zone.
• Use 24-hour format: Set the time to display in a 12 or 24-hour format.

Timers

• Sleep timer: Set the sleep timer to automatically turn the TV off within a specified time: off, 10 Minutes, 20 Minutes, 30 Minutes, 40 Minutes, 50 Minutes, 60 Minutes, 90 Minutes and 120 Minutes.
• Power on timer: Set the clock for the time you want the TV to turn on automatically.
• Power off timer: Set the clock for the time you want the TV to turn off automatically.

Language

Adjust the default Language settings for the TV.

Keyboard

Adjust the default settings for the keyboard.

Home screen

• Customize channels: Add or delete the app icon from Home screen.
• Enable video previews: Enables or disables the video previews.
• Enable audio previews: Enables or disables the audio previews.
• Reorder apps / Reorder games: Rearrange the Apps screen.
• Android TV Home / Android TV Core Services: See the information of open source software licences.

Google

You can view permissions about accounts and limit the search results.

Accessibility

• Captions: Displays and sets the closed captions.
• Live TV Closed Captioning: Displays and sets the TV closed captions.
• High contrast text: Improves contrast for visually impaired.
• Video description: Enables broadcasted descriptive audio for visually impaired.
• TalkBack: Controls spoken feedback for visually impaired users.
• Switch Access: Collects all of the text you type, except passwords. This includes personal data such as credit card numbers.
• HisRemoteNow: Collects all of the text you type, except passwords. This includes personal data such as credit card numbers.
• Text to speech: Lets you specify text-to-speech engine details and speech rate.

Serial Communication Port

The Serial communication port protocol is used for communication between a PC or video system controller and TV(s).

Add accessory

Connect your Bluetooth devices (like a keyboard, a mouse, a soundbar etc.) to the TV.

Before you can use a Bluetooth device with your TV, you must first pair it.

1. Make the device you want to pair discoverable. See the documentation that came with your device to learn how to make it discoverable.
2. The TV displays the ID of all available devices in range.
3. Click the ID of the Bluetooth device in the list on your TV to pair with it.
4. Follow the prompts to complete the pairing.

Remote

This menu only appears when your remote is connected to your TV in Bluetooth mode.

To connect your remote through Bluetooth, press and hold the Menu button until you hear a beep.

After successfully paired, you can enter a new name for your remote, unpair and check the battery status.

Location

Your TV can use different modes to access location information. Each mode uses different sources to estimate the TV’s location.

Security & restrictions

Enables unknown sources, checking of apps installed for harmful behavior.

Reset Advertising ID

Reset your advertising ID. You may still receive the same number of ads but they may not be relevant to your interests. (only for some countries)

Usage & Diagnostics

Help improve Android performance by automatically sending diagnostics information.

Add account

You can use multiple Google Accounts on your TV. You may also be able to add other kinds of accounts, depending on your apps.

Apps

Numerous factory-installed apps are available for you to choose in personal preference.

Installing an App

To install an app:

1. From the Home screen, click on the Apps and select the Get more apps.
2. Use the navigation buttons on your remote to select the app that you want to install.
3. Select the INSTALL.

Removing an App

You can only delete apps that you’ve installed to the TV. Factory-installed apps can not be deleted.

To delete an app:

1. From the Apps screen, use the navigation buttons on your remote to select the app that you want to remove. Long press the [OK] button on your remote.
2. Click on Uninstall.
3. A dialog message displays that asks do you want to uninstall this app. Confirm and the icon is removed from the Apps screen.

NOTE

• If an app is deleted, the information related to that app is also removed.

Moving App Icons around

To move an app:

1. From the Apps screen, use the navigation buttons on your remote to select the app that you want to move. Long press the [OK] button on your remote.
2. Click Move.
3. Use the navigation buttons on your remote to move the location of app. Press the [OK] button to confirm.

Media

Media is a central location for you to view or listen to different types of content (for example, your photos, music and movies) through the following methods:

• A USB thumb drive or hard drive
• Compatible mobile phone, tablet or other personal devices: You can stream movies, music and photos that are stored on Compatible personal device and play or view the content on your TV.

File formats that may be supported

NOTE

• Due to differences in programming tools and other factors, some of the file formats that are listed may or may not be supported.

Browsing Content

You have two ways to enter Media:

• Insert a USB devise, and your TV automatically goes to the Media.
• When your USB devise is connected to the TV that doesn't show Media page, press the [ APPS ] button on your remote, and browse down to click Media.

To browse content based on the type that you wish to access:

1. Navigate to the appropriate menu tab on the screen and select All Media, Music, Photos, Videos or Search.
2. Click on the name of the folder that contains your content.
3. Make your selection to play or view the content.

If you want to close out of the Media center, press the [] button on your remote.

Quick Problem-Solving Tips

When you experience an issue with your TV, turn it off and on again. If this does not resolve the problem, then refer to the tips below. If the problem is still not resolved, then contact us.

NOTE

• For usage in Mexico , operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions : 1 ) it is possible that this device doesn’t cause any detrimental interference and 2 ) this device must take any kind of interference, including that which may cause its malfunctioning.

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