TCL 2025 picture settings - SDR
This product contains a document to help you get a better SDR picture and understand picture controls on TCL 2025 LED and mini LED LCD TVs. All options are available in user menus, so there is no need to access the service menu.
The analysis was originally performed on the 55Q7C TV, but the same settings and best practices are available for other TVs (confirmed on the flagship X11K model as well).
The document explains:
1. SDR picture settings that can be used for watching movies in standard and high definition, DVDs, Blu-rays etc. and
2. SDR picture settings for playing games where the screen needs to be responsive
In both cases, the calibration was done for an HDMI limited range YPrPb (component) signal, Rec.709 color space, and white point target D65.
For information only, 2-point white balance values obtained on my unit for Movie and Game mode are inside this document. No 20-point and color management system values are mentioned, since it is pointless to copy them from unit to unit (completely individual from unit to unit, plus the controls themselves didn't work properly on the units I've tried).
HDR settings: https://payhip.com/b/X742w
Note: add both SDR and HDR in the cart for a discount!
Disclaimer:
Settings are for reference only. There is no guarantee that they will give you the best picture which is in line with industry standards and suitable for your viewing environment (especially white balance, gamma and color management system settings that vary from unit to unit). If you want a guaranteed calibrated picture, hire a professional TV calibrator (for example, with an ISF certificate, more info at https://www.imagingscience.com).
These recommendations apply to all screen sizes and other models in the companies lineup, though not all settings are available on all models.
Additional info and links:
My full review of TCL Q7C TV:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ez474xOtoj0
Calibration was done using Portrait Display CalMAN software, more info:
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