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EN User manual
ES Manual del usuario
FR Manuel d'utilisation
EN
If you read this User Manual for 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901,
43PFL4901 and your television's serial number starts with:
•
DS6 - Please start to read from next page.
•
DS7 - Please start to read from p.58.
ES
Si lee este Manual de Usuario para 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901,
43PFL4901 y el numero de serie de su television comienza
con:
•
DS6 - Por favor comience a leer desde la siguiente página.
•
DS7 - Por favor comience a leer desde la p.58.
FR
Si vous lisez ce Manuel d'Utilisation pour le 55PFL4901,
50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 et que le numero de serie de votre
televiseur commence par:
•
DS6 - Veuillez commencer a lire a partir de la page suivante.
•
DS7 - Veuillez commencer a lire a partir de la p.58.
EN
For further assistance, call the customer support service in your
country.
•
To obtain assistance, contact Philips customer care center;
In the U.S.A., Canada, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands
1 866 813 3283
México D.F. and área metropolitana; 58 87 97 36
Interior de la republica; 01 800 839 19 89
ES
Para obtener más información, llame al servicio de soporte al cliente
de su país.
•
Para obtener asistencia, comuníquese con centro de atención al
cliente de Philips;
En los Estados Unidos, en Canadá, Puerto Rico o en las Islas Vírgenes
de los Estados Unidos; 1 866 813 3283
México D.F. y área metropolitana; 58 87 97 36
Interior de la republica; 01 800 839 19 89
FR
Pour obtenir de l'aide supplémentaire, communiquez avec le centre
de service à la clientèle de votre pays.
•
Pour obtenir de l'aide, communiquez avec le centre de service à la
clientèle Philips au;
Dans le États-Unis, au Canada, à Puerto Rico ou aux Îles Vierges
américaines; 1 866 813 3283
México D.F. et área metropolitana; 58 87 97 36
Interior de la republica; 01 800 839 19 89

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  • Page 1 DS7 - Please start to read from p.58. Si lee este Manual de Usuario para 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, Pour obtenir de l’aide supplémentaire, communiquez avec le centre 43PFL4901 y el numero de serie de su television comienza de service à la clientèle de votre pays. con: •...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Contents Search for channels Install channels 1 Notice ..................Channel settings Channel installation 2 Important ................Child lock Change PIN Positioning the TV Digital audio language Regulatory notices Mono/Stereo Environmental care...
  • Page 3 Register online today at www.philips.com/welcome today to get the most benefits from your purchase. Registering your model with Philips makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don't miss out. Register Online at www.philips.com/welcome to ensure:...
  • Page 4 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Important safety instructions Read these instructions. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Keep these instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Heed all warnings.

  • Page 5: Notice

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 1 Notice Modifications This apparatus may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or Modifications to this apparatus may cause harmful interference. Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips N.V. or Any Modifications to the apparatus must be Approved by their respective owners.
  • Page 6 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Copyright Netflix is available in certain countries. Streaming membership required. All other registered and unregistered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. More information at www.netflix.com. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-...

  • Page 7: Important

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 2 Important Environmental care Positioning the TV • Large screen TVs are heavy. 2 people are required to carry and handle a large screen TV. • Make sure to hold the upper and The packaging of this product is intended to be recycled.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 2 Getting started Supplied accessories User Manual Quick Start guide Caution Sheet Features • DTV / Analog TV / CATV You can use your remote control to select channels which are broadcast in digital format and conventional analog format.

  • Page 9: Stand Assembly

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English (43PFL4901) Stand assembly (55PFL4901, 50PFL4901) × 4 M4 x 0.472” (12mm) × 2* M5 x 0.472” (12mm) * For 55PFL4901 only. Attaching the base You must attach the base to the unit to have it as a table top unit.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Remote control (POWER) Turns the TV on from standby or off to standby. VUDU Access directly to VUDU. EasyLink buttons : Searches backward or forward through the disc. : Starts, pauses or resumes playback.

  • Page 11: Control Panel

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Control panel Terminals Remote control sensor Receives IR signal from remote control. Ambient light sensor Alters the brightness of the TV screen automatically by detecting your room lighting level. Do not block this light sensor window which allows proper operation.

  • Page 12: Connecting Antenna Or Cable / Satellite / Iptv Set-Top Box

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Connecting a Cable / Satellite / IPTV set-top box, Blu- Connecting Antenna or Cable / Satellite / ray disc / DVD recorder via composite connectors and IPTV set-top box analog audio...

  • Page 13: Selecting Your Connection Quality

    Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (a certified HDMI cable). High speed HDMI cable is • Philips HDMI supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection). HDCP is a form of recommended for the better compatibility. digital rights management that protects high-definition content in Blu-ray discs or DVDs.
  • Page 14 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English HDMI-ARC connection Composite analog video connection HDMI-ARC allows you to use EasyLink to output TV audio directly to a Composite analog video connection offers standard picture quality for connected audio device, without the need for an additional digital audio video devices connected to the unit.
  • Page 15 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Connecting the TV to the internet using a wireless LAN PC connection HDMI connection This unit can be connected to your PC that has an HDMI terminal. Use an Internet HDMI cable for this digital connection.
  • Page 16 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English The following PC-input video signals can be displayed: Format Resolution Refresh rate 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 1,024 x 768 60Hz 1,280 x 768 WXGA 1,360 x 768 1,920 x 1,080 24/30/60Hz Other formats or non-standard signals will not be displayed correctly.

  • Page 17: Initial Setup

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English These operations are accessible by remote control. to select the signal type. Some may also be accessible by the main unit's control panel. • If the TV is connected to a cable or satellite set-top box, select the 2nd one and skip to step 8.
  • Page 18 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English A A fter an initial setup is completed... to select your preferred picture setting, then press OK. • If you want to scan the channels automatically again. p. 35 Search for channels Please select your preferred picture mode.

  • Page 19: Use Your Tv

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 3 Use your TV Switching channels Switching on your TV and putting it in standby mode Remote Control Remote Control To turn the TV on from standby or off to standby •...

  • Page 20: Watching Channels From An External Device

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Lock or unlock your device from the Home menu Watching channels from an external device This section describes how to lock or unlock specified device. Press SOURCE on the remote control.

  • Page 21: Create A List Of Favorite Channels

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Create a list of favorite channels Changing Picture format You can create lists of your preferred TV channels so that you can find Display modes can be selected when your TV receives a 16:9 or 4:3 video those channels easily.

  • Page 22: Tv Screen Information

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English For 4:3 video signal TV screen information You can display the currently selected channel or other information such as the aspect ratio on the TV screen. In the digital mode, the detailed broadcasting information for the current...

  • Page 23: Using Options Menu

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Picture and sound Using options menu Following settings can be configured. You can access to some TV settings directly by using To set predefined picture mode. OPTIONS. Auto picture p. 28...

  • Page 24: Usb

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Note(s) • This unit accepts USB memory stick only. Other storage devices such as external HDD by USB Your TV is fitted with a USB connection that enables you to view photos, bus power will not work.
  • Page 25 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Viewing photos Playing music to select Photo, then press OK. to select Music, then press OK. to select the desired item, then press OK. to select the desired item, then press OK.
  • Page 26 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Playing movies to select Movie, then press OK. to select the desired item, then press OK. Press OK or to play the selected files. • Press OK or to pause, then press OK or again to resume.

  • Page 27: Getting More From Your Tv

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 4 Getting more from your Picture and sound p. 28 setup This section describes the overview of the Setup menu displayed when you press and use to Select Setup. Guides you to get the best picture and sound settings.

  • Page 28: Picture

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Picture and sound setup When you adjust the following settings, Personal picture will be set automatically. B B efore you begin: Cursor Cursor p. 33 You must set Home in Location.
  • Page 29 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Y Y ou may adjust picture quality and enhancement settings using Pixel Plus HD and Advanced settings sub menus. Auto picture Mode Color alignment Backlight Custom color management Red gain Auto picture...

  • Page 30: Sound

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English This selects sound modes for more spatial or surround sound Sound reproduction. To set Sonic Emotion to off Sonic B B efore you begin: Emotion To set Sonic Emotion to on p.

  • Page 31: Features

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English You can choose the size, font, color, background and other characteristics Features of the caption text. Reset to You can reset the status of digital Press and use to select Setup then press OK.

  • Page 32: Installation

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Note(s) To prioritize VI-Visually Impaired streaming or HI- Hearing Impaired streaming: The setting for • Accessibility Digital caption service that you can switch differs depending on the broadcast description. handicapped users (Main audio, Visually •...
  • Page 33 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English TV placement Language To apply the best settings for your TV, select wall mount or stand mount. You can set the language for the on-screen display. to select Preferences, then press OK.
  • Page 34 Pause may not work properly on some devices even if they are EasyLink (HDMI CEC) compliant. HDMI-ARC allows you to use Philips EasyLink to output TV audio directly HDMI-ARC allows you to use Philips EasyLink to output TV audio directly...

  • Page 35: Install Channels

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Channel installation Search for channels Be sure the RF cable is correctly connected to this unit and you are Be sure the RF cable is correctly connected to this unit and you are registered with your cable TV provider when you install cable channels.

  • Page 36: Child Lock

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English TV ratings lock Child lock You can prevent your children from watching certain programs or certain TV ratings lock channels by locking the TV controls and by using ratings. Movie ratings lock...

  • Page 37: Change Pin

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English US TV ratings Sub rating Change PIN TV-Y7 Fantasy Violence Although the default PIN code (0000) is supplied with the unit, you can Violence TV-PG set your own PIN code. Language TV-14 to select Change PIN, then press OK.

  • Page 38: Connect To Network

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Connect to network Wireless setting Select to use a wireless LAN to connect to the internet by a wireless Setup network connection settings in order to use Net TV or network connection.

  • Page 39: Network Settings

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Wireless network setting Network settings This menu is displayed only when you set Wireless in Network selection. In order to use a wireless network, you must set up a connection to the...
  • Page 40 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Manually enter your SSID I I P configuration Set up the connection to the AP (e.g. wireless router) manually by entering In following cases, select IP configuration to set each setting as the SSID.

  • Page 41: Connection Test

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English P P roxy configuration Connection test to select Proxy configuration, then press OK. Perform the following steps to test your internet connection after you to select a setting, then press OK.

  • Page 42: Home Network

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English YouTube deactivation Home network Displays the deactivation setting for YouTube. You can turn your TV into a Digital Media Renderer (DMR), which can play video, music and photo files stored on certified home media servers to select Net TV, then press OK.

  • Page 43: Update Software

    Read the on-screen instructions and confirm that you want to Only FAT / DOS-formatted portable memory is supported. • continue with the installation. Use only software upgrades that can be found on the Philips web site. Warning Software update is in progress. Please wait. •...

  • Page 44: Network Updates

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Network updates Software settings You can update the software by connecting the unit to the internet. Press and use to select Setup, then press OK. Software to select Update software, then press OK.

  • Page 45: Wireless Screencasting

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Wireless Screencasting View photos, play music and watch videos using home network You can wirelessly cast or mirror the screen of your Smartphone, Tablet or PC to the TV directly using Wireless Screencasting.
  • Page 46 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Before using home network View your pictures using home network Follow the procedure below before using home network. Press to select a file or a folder. Connect this unit to the internet.
  • Page 47 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Listen to music using home network Watch videos using home network Press to select a file or a folder. Press to select a file or a folder. Press OK or to play the selected files.

  • Page 48: Net Tv

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English My Apps functions Net TV Remove App Net TV offers internet services for your TV. Use the TV remote control to browse the Net TV pages. You can play movies, listen to music and much to select the desired App, then press OPTIONS.

  • Page 49: Pandora Operations

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Creating a new station Pandora operations By entering your favorite artists or tracks, Pandora selects music and With this unit, you can instantly listen to personalized radio stations creates a new station for you on the basis of the entered information.

  • Page 50: Useful Tips

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 5 Useful tips Question Answer • Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit. • Check the batteries on the remote control. • Check if there is an obstacle between the infrared sensor window and the remote control.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting Tips

    • Check whether the connection of the antenna or cable / satellite set-top box is • Refer to the User manual of the universal remote control for the Philips code. connected correctly. • Make sure that the selected input mode is connected to the working input jack.
  • Page 52 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English Closed captions Streaming movie (Netflix, VUDU or CinemaNow) often stops or starts buffering Closed captions are displayed as a white box. No closed captions are displayed during playback. • Contact your internet service provider to troubleshoot your internet connection in the closed captions-supported program.

  • Page 53: Glossary

    ARC (Audio Return Channel) (HDMI 1 only) unit. Such chemicals may cause damage and discoloration to the HDMI-ARC allows you to use Philips EasyLink to output TV audio directly to exposed surfaces. a connected audio device, without the need for an additional digital audio cable.

  • Page 54: Specifications

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 7 Specifications Model # 55PFL4901 50PFL4901 43PFL4901 Picture Type FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels 60Hz) Diagonal screen size / aspect ratio 54.6”/ 16:9 49.5”/ 16:9 43”/ 16:9 Viewing angles 176° (V) by 176° (H)

  • Page 55: Warranty

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS6 English 8 Warranty Limited warranty one (1) year This Limited Warranty does not cover: Warranty coverage : • Shipping charges to return defective product. This warranty obligation is limited to the terms as set forth below.

  • Page 56: License

    English License Funai Corporation, Inc. hereby offers to deliver, upon request, a copy of the complete corresponding source code for the copyrighted open source code packages, on an “AS IS” basis, used in this product for which such offer is requested by the respective licenses. This offer is valid up to three years after the product purchase to anyone in receipt of this information.
  • Page 57 Funai Corporation, Inc. is the warrantor in relation to this product. AYDRKUH / A5DRGUH / AYDUFUH / A5DUFUH / AYDVGUH / A5DVGUH ★★ The Philips trademark and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. used under license.
  • Page 58 For further assistance, call the customer support service in your country. EN User manual • To obtain assistance, contact Philips customer care center; In the U.S.A., Canada, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands 1 866 813 3283 ES Manual del usuario México D.F.
  • Page 59 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Contents Search for channels Install channels 1 Notice ..................Channel settings Channel installation 2 Important ................Child lock Change PIN Positioning the TV Digital audio language Regulatory notices Mono/Stereo Environmental care...
  • Page 60 Register online today at www.philips.com/welcome today to get the most benefits from your purchase. Registering your model with Philips makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don't miss out. Register Online at www.philips.com/welcome to ensure:...
  • Page 61 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Important safety instructions Read these instructions. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Keep these instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Heed all warnings.

  • Page 62: Notice

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 1 Notice Modifications This apparatus may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or Modifications to this apparatus may cause harmful interference. Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips N.V. or Any Modifications to the apparatus must be Approved by their respective owners.
  • Page 63 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Copyright Netflix is available in certain countries. Streaming membership required. All other registered and unregistered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. More information at www.netflix.com. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-...

  • Page 64: Important

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 2 Important Environmental care Positioning the TV • Large screen TVs are heavy. 2 people are required to carry and handle a large screen TV. Make sure to hold the upper and •...

  • Page 65: Getting Started

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 2 Getting started Supplied accessories User manual Quick start guide Caution sheet Features • DTV / Analog TV / CATV You can use your remote control to select channels which are broadcast in digital format and conventional analog format.

  • Page 66: Stand Assembly

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English (43PFL4901) Stand assembly (55PFL4901, 50PFL4901) × 4 M4 x 0.472” (12mm) × 2* M5 x 0.472” (12mm) * For 55PFL4901 only. Attaching the base You must attach the base to the unit to have it as a table top unit.

  • Page 67: Remote Control

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Remote control (POWER) Turns the TV on from standby or off to standby. VUDU Access directly to VUDU. EasyLink buttons : Searches backward or forward through the disc. : Starts, pauses or resumes playback.

  • Page 68: Control Panel

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Control panel Terminals Remote control sensor Receives IR signal from remote control. Ambient light sensor Alters the brightness of the TV screen automatically by detecting your room lighting level. Do not block this light sensor window which allows proper operation.

  • Page 69: Connecting Antenna Or Cable / Satellite / Iptv Set-Top Box

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Connecting a Cable / Satellite / IPTV set-top box, Blu- Connecting Antenna or Cable / Satellite / ray disc / DVD recorder via composite connectors and IPTV set-top box analog audio...

  • Page 70: Selecting Your Connection Quality

    Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo (a certified HDMI cable). High speed HDMI cable is • Philips HDMI supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection). HDCP is a form of recommended for the better compatibility. digital rights management that protects high-definition content in Blu-ray discs or DVDs.
  • Page 71 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English HDMI-ARC connection Composite analog video connection HDMI-ARC allows you to use EasyLink to output TV audio directly to a Composite analog video connection offers standard picture quality for connected audio device, without the need for an additional digital audio video devices connected to the unit.
  • Page 72 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Connecting the TV to the internet using a wireless LAN PC connection HDMI connection This unit can be connected to your PC that has an HDMI terminal. Use an Internet HDMI cable for this digital connection.
  • Page 73 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English The following PC-input video signals can be displayed: Format Resolution Refresh rate 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 1,024 x 768 60Hz 1,280 x 768 WXGA 1,360 x 768 1,920 x 1,080 24/30/60Hz Other formats or non-standard signals will not be displayed correctly.

  • Page 74: Initial Setup

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English These operations are accessible by remote control. to select the signal type. Some may also be accessible by the main unit's control panel. • If the TV is connected to a cable or satellite set-top box, select the 2nd one and skip to step 7.
  • Page 75 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English A A fter an initial setup is completed... to select your preferred picture setting, then press OK. • If you want to scan the channels automatically again. p. 35 Search for channels Please select your preferred picture mode.

  • Page 76: Use Your Tv

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 3 Use your TV Switching channels Switching on your TV and putting it in standby mode Remote control Remote control To turn the TV on from standby or off to standby •...

  • Page 77: Watching Channels From An External Device

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Lock or unlock your device from the Home menu Watching channels from an external device This section describes how to lock or unlock specified device. Press SOURCE on the remote control.

  • Page 78: Create A List Of Favorite Channels

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Create a list of favorite channels Changing Picture format You can create lists of your preferred TV channels so that you can find Display modes can be selected when your TV receives a 16:9 or 4:3 video those channels easily.

  • Page 79: Tv Screen Information

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English For 4:3 video signal TV screen information You can display the currently selected channel or other information such as the aspect ratio on the TV screen. In the digital mode, the detailed broadcasting information for the current...

  • Page 80: Using Options Menu

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Picture and sound Using options menu Following settings can be configured. You can access to some TV settings directly by using To set predefined picture mode. OPTIONS. Auto picture p. 28...

  • Page 81: Usb

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Note(s) • This unit accepts USB memory stick only. Other storage devices such as external HDD by USB Your TV is fitted with a USB connection that enables you to view photos, bus power will not work.
  • Page 82 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Viewing photos Playing music to select Photo, then press OK. to select Music, then press OK. to select the desired item, then press OK. to select the desired item, then press OK.
  • Page 83 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Playing movies to select Movie, then press OK. to select the desired item, then press OK. Press OK or to play the selected files. • Press OK or to pause, then press OK or again to resume.

  • Page 84: Getting More From Your Tv

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 4 Getting more from your Picture and sound p. 28 setup This section describes the overview of the Setup menu displayed when you press and use to Select Setup. Guides you to get the best picture and sound settings.

  • Page 85: Picture

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Picture and sound setup When you adjust the following settings, Personal picture will be set automatically. B B efore you begin: Cursor Cursor p. 32 You must set Home in Location.
  • Page 86 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Y Y ou may adjust picture quality and enhancement settings using Pixel Plus HD and Advanced settings sub menus. Auto picture Mode Color alignment Backlight Custom color management Red gain Auto picture...

  • Page 87: Sound

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English This selects sound modes for more spatial or surround sound Sound reproduction. To set Sonic Emotion to off Sonic B B efore you begin: Emotion To set Sonic Emotion to on p.

  • Page 88: Features

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Features Installation Press and use to select Setup then press OK. Press and use to select Setup then press OK. to select TV settings, then press OK. to select TV settings, then press OK.
  • Page 89 HDMI-ARC (Audio Return Channel) (HDMI 1 only) brighter. HDMI-ARC allows you to use Philips EasyLink to output TV audio directly The unit is set to maximize the energy efficiency for home setting and it can be adjusted through a choice...

  • Page 90: Accessibility

    Voice guide toggle To set Voice guide on HDMI-ARC allows you to use Philips EasyLink to output TV audio directly to a connected audio device, without the need for an additional digital Fast Set voice guide speed based on audio cable.
  • Page 91 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Caption settings Cable / NTSC (Analog) TV operation Closed captions displays the audio portion of the program as superimposed text over the video. The primary closed captions and text services. The closed captions to select Caption settings, then press OK.

  • Page 92: Install Channels

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Digital audio preferences Channel settings You can set the interpretive broadcasting by an audio explanation. Press and use to select Setup, then press OK. to select Digital audio preferences, then press OK.

  • Page 93: Child Lock

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English TV ratings lock Child lock You can prevent your children from watching certain programs or certain TV ratings lock channels by locking the TV controls and by using ratings. Movie ratings lock...

  • Page 94: Change Pin

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English US TV ratings Sub rating Change PIN TV-Y7 Fantasy Violence Although the default PIN code (0000) is supplied with the unit, you can Violence TV-PG set your own PIN code. Language TV-14 to select Change PIN, then press OK.

  • Page 95: Wireless Setting

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Connect to network Wireless setting Select to use a wireless LAN to connect to the internet by a wireless Setup network connection settings in order to use Net TV or network connection.

  • Page 96: Network Settings

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Wireless network setting Network settings This menu is displayed only when you set Wireless in Network selection. In order to use a wireless network, you must set up a connection to the...
  • Page 97 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Manually enter your SSID I I P configuration Set up the connection to the AP (e.g. wireless router) manually by entering In following cases, select IP configuration to set each setting as the SSID.

  • Page 98: Connection Test

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English P P roxy configuration Connection test to select Proxy configuration, then press OK. Perform the following steps to test your internet connection after you to select a setting, then press OK.

  • Page 99: Home Network

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English YouTube deactivation Home network Displays the deactivation setting for YouTube. You can turn your TV into a Digital Media Renderer (DMR), which can play video, music and photo files stored on certified home media servers to select Net TV, then press OK.

  • Page 100: Update Software

    Read the on-screen instructions and confirm that you want to Only FAT / DOS-formatted portable memory is supported. • continue with the installation. Use only software upgrades that can be found on the Philips web site. Warning Software update is in progress. Please wait. •...

  • Page 101: Network Updates

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Network updates Software settings You can update the software by connecting the unit to the internet. Press and use to select Setup, then press OK. Software to select Update software, then press OK.

  • Page 102: Wireless Screencasting

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Wireless Screencasting View photos, play music and watch videos using home network You can wirelessly cast or mirror the screen of your Smartphone, Tablet or PC to the TV directly using Wireless Screencasting.
  • Page 103 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Before using home network View your pictures using home network Follow the procedure below before using home network. Press to select a file or a folder. Connect this unit to the internet.
  • Page 104 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Listen to music using home network Watch videos using home network Press to select a file or a folder. Press to select a file or a folder. Press OK or to play the selected files.

  • Page 105: Net Tv

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English My Apps functions Net TV Remove App Net TV offers internet services for your TV. Use the TV remote control to browse the Net TV pages. You can play movies, listen to music and much to select the desired App, then press OPTIONS.

  • Page 106: Pandora Operations

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Creating a new station Pandora operations By entering your favorite artists or tracks, Pandora selects music and With this unit, you can instantly listen to personalized radio stations creates a new station for you on the basis of the entered information.

  • Page 107: Useful Tips

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 5 Useful tips Question Answer • Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit. • Check the batteries on the remote control. • Check if there is an obstacle between the infrared sensor window and the remote control.

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting Tips

    • Check whether the connection of the antenna or cable / satellite set-top box is • Refer to the User manual of the universal remote control for the Philips code. connected correctly. • Make sure that the selected input mode is connected to the working input jack.
  • Page 109 55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English Closed captions Streaming movie (Netflix, VUDU or CinemaNow) often stops or starts buffering Closed captions are displayed as a white box. No closed captions are displayed during playback. • Contact your internet service provider to troubleshoot your internet connection in the closed captions-supported program.

  • Page 110: Glossary

    ARC (Audio Return Channel) (HDMI 1 only) unit. Such chemicals may cause damage and discoloration to the HDMI-ARC allows you to use Philips EasyLink to output TV audio directly to exposed surfaces. a connected audio device, without the need for an additional digital audio cable.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 7 Specifications Model # 55PFL4901 50PFL4901 43PFL4901 Picture Type FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels 60Hz) Diagonal screen size / aspect ratio 54.6”/ 16:9 49.5”/ 16:9 43”/ 16:9 Viewing angles 176° (V) by 176° (H)

  • Page 112: Warranty

    55PFL4901, 50PFL4901, 43PFL4901 serial numbers beginning with DS7 English 8 Warranty Limited warranty one (1) year This Limited Warranty does not cover: Warranty coverage : • Shipping charges to return defective product. This warranty obligation is limited to the terms as set forth below.

  • Page 113: License

    English License Funai Corporation, Inc. hereby offers to deliver, upon request, a copy of the complete corresponding source code for the copyrighted open source code packages, on an “AS IS” basis, used in this product for which such offer is requested by the respective licenses. This offer is valid up to three years after the product purchase to anyone in receipt of this information.
  • Page 114 Funai Corporation, Inc. is the warrantor in relation to this product. AYDRKUH / A5DRGUH / AYDUFUH / A5DUFUH / AYDVGUH / A5DVGUH ★★ The Philips trademark and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. used under license.

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