Rename channels Rearrange channels Test digital reception Back connector Side connector Connect a computer Use a Conditional Access Module Use Philips EasyLink Use a Kensington lock Supported display resolutions Multimedia Tuner / Reception / Transmission Remote control Power Supported TV mounts Product specification...
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This TV is fitted with an approved moulded plug. Should it become necessary to replace the mains fuse, this must be replaced with a fuse of the same value as indicated on the plug (example 10A). Remove fuse cover and fuse. The replacement fuse must comply with BS 1362 and have the ASTA approval mark.
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TV. If liquids are spilt on or into the TV, disconnect the TV from the power outlet immediately. Contact Philips Consumer Care to have the TV checked before use. • Never place the TV, remote control or batteries near naked flames or other heat...
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• Never place the TV or any objects on the power cord. • To disconnect the TV power cord easily from the power outlet, ensure that you have full access to the power cord at all times. • When you disconnect the power cord, always pull the plug, never the cable.
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flower– www.ecolabel.eu You can find detailed information on standby energy consumption, warranty policy, spare parts and recycling of this TV on the Philips website for your country at www.philips.com. This TV has features that contribute to energy-efficient use. This TV was awarded the European Ecolabel for its environmental qualities.
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your TV at www.philips.com/welcome. This section gives you an overview of commonly used TV controls and functions. • Switches the TV to standby if it is on.
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Selects tasks or options. UK only: Enables audio commentary for the visually handicapped. Accesses options relating to the current activity or selection. Confirms an entry or selection and displays the channel grid, when watching Navigates menus. Displays program information, when available.
This section helps you perform basic TV operations. • If the standby indicator is off, press ) at the side of the TV. • If the standby indicator is red, press ) on the remote control. • Press ) on the remote control.
• Switch on the device before selecting it as a source on the TV. Press » The source list appears. Press to select a device. Press to confirm your choice. » The TV switches to the selected device. • Press •...
Menus help you to install channels, change picture and sound settings and access other features. Press » The menu screen appears. Add new device Watch TV Press to select and navigate through one of the following menus. • : Switches back to the aerial source if another source is selected.
Change picture and sound settings to suit your preferences. You can apply pre-defined settings or change settings manually. • When watching TV or using external devices, press then select for quick access to picture and sound settings. Use the settings assistant to guide you through the picture and sound settings.
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• : Adjusts brightness of the TV backlight to match lighting conditions. • Smoothes out transitions on digital pictures. You can switch this feature on or off. • colours more vivid and improves the details in bright colours. You can switch this feature on or off.
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Use smart sound to apply pre-defined sound settings. Press » Press to select the following settings. • : Applies the settings that were customised in the sound menu. • : Adjusts sound settings to suit most environments and types of audio. •...
You can activate the universal access menu during the first installation. Once enabled, you can quickly access the visually impaired and hearing impaired menus when watching TV or external devices. • You can also enable the universal access menu by selecting >...
Table Of Pages (T.O.P.) teletext broadcasts allow you to jump from one subject to another without using page numbers. T.O.P. teletext is not broadcast on all TV channels. Press » The teletext screen appears. Press » The T.O.P. overview appears. Press to select a subject.
When watching TV, press » The channel grid appears. Press to select a channel to remove. Press Select » The channel is removed. EPG is an on-screen guide available for digital channels. EPG allows you to: • View a list of digital programmes being broadcast •...
You can display a clock on the TV screen. The clock displays the current time using time data received from your TV service operator. In some countries, you need to set TV clock manually. Press Select > » menu appears. Press to enter time.
You can set timers to switch the TV to standby at a specified time. • Set the TV clock before you use timers. Sleep timer switches the TV to standby after a pre-defined period of time. • You can switch off your TV earlier or reset the sleep timer during the countdown.
You can prevent your children from watching certain programmes or channels by locking the TV controls. Press Press to select > » appears. Enter your code using the » Follow the on-screen instructions to create or change your PIN code. •...
You can enable subtitles for each TV channel. Subtitles are broadcast via teletext or DVB-T digital broadcasts. With digital broadcasts, you can select a subtitle language. Select an analogue TV channel. Press Enter the three-digit page number of the subtitle page with the Press teletext.
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• Philips is not responsible if the USB storage device is not supported, nor is it responsible for damage or loss of data from the device. Use the USB connector to view photos or listen to music stored on a USB storage device.
In the USB thumbnail browser view, select and press • Press to switch between thumbnail and file browsing views. Press to select a music track or album. Press to play the selected music. Button Function Pause, resume play or stop playback.
Philips continuously tries to improve its products and we recommend that you update the TV software when updates are available. Check www.philips.com/support for availability. Press Press to select > » The TV displays the current software information. On your PC, open a web browser and go to www.philips.com/support.
Use the preferences menu to customise your TV settings. Press Select > • : Optimises TV settings for your location - home or shop. • : Displays the volume bar when you adjust the volume. • information about the TV channel every time you switch channels.
You can use demonstrations to better understand the features of your TV. Some demos are not available on certain models. Available demos are displayed in the menu list. Press on the remote control. Press to select a demo and press to view it.
The first time you set up your TV, you are prompted to select a menu language and to install TV and digital radio channels (if available). This chapter provides instructions on how to re-install and fine tune channels. This section describes how to search and store channels automatically.
This section describes how to search and store analogue TV channels manually. • Skip this step if your system settings are correct. Press Press to select > » appears. Press to select to enter. Press to select your country or region.
You can rename channels. The name appears when you select the channel. When watching TV, press the channel grid. Select the channel to rename. Press » The channel options menu appears. Press to select then press » A text input box appears. Press to select characters.
You can check the quality and signal strength of digital channels. This allows you to reposition and test your antenna or satellite dish. Press Press to select > Press to enter the menu. Press to enter the frequency of the channel you want to test. Press to confirm the frequency, then press...
This section describes how to connect devices with different connectors. Examples are provided in the Quick Start. • You can use different types of connectors to connect a device to your TV. Digital audio and video input from high- definition digital devices such as Blu-ray players.
Analogue audio and video input from analogue or digital devices such as DVD players or game consoles. Digital audio output to home theatres and other digital audio systems. SPDIF OUT Audio and video input from a computer. PC AUDIO IN/ PC IN(AUDIO) For software update.
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Audio input from analogue devices connected to Composite video input from analogue devices such as VCRs. Data input from USB storage devices. Stereo audio output to headphones or earphones. Digital audio and video input from high- definition digital devices such as Blu-ray players.
• Set the screen refresh rate on your computer to 60Hz. • Select a supported screen resolution on your computer. • Connections via DVI or VGA require an additional audio cable. • • PC AUDIO IN/ PC IN(AUDIO) • PC AUDIO IN/ PC IN(AUDIO) •...
A Conditional Access Module (CAM) is provided by digital TV service operators to decode digital TV channels. • Refer to the documentation from your service operator on how to insert a smart card into the Conditional Access Module. • Be sure to follow the instructions described below.
TV. You can use the remote control from the connected device to adjust the volume. • Do not enable Philips EasyLink if you do not intend to use it. Press Press to select >...
When you play content from an EasyLink compliant home theater, the TV speakers are automatically muted. Enable one-touch play and one-touch standby between your Easylink compliant devices by following the instructions in the previous section (see ‘Enable or disable EasyLink’ on page 36). Press Press to select...
Product information is subject to change without notice. For detailed product information, go to www.philips.com/support. • Resolution - refresh rate: • 640 x 480 - 60Hz • 800 x 600 - 60Hz • 1024 x 768 - 60Hz • 1280 x 720 -60Hz •...
To mount the TV, purchase a Philips TV mount. To prevent damage to cables and connectors, be sure to leave a clearance of at least 2.2 inches or 5.5cm from the back of the TV. • Follow all instructions provided with the TV mount.
Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet. Wait until the TV cools down before reconnecting the power cable. If the blinking reoccurs, contact Philips Consumer Care. Enter ‘8888’. Change the TV menu to your preferred language. No action is required. The creaking sound is normal expansion and contraction of the TV as it cools down and warms up.
Set the TV picture format to unscaled. If you cannot resolve your problem, refer to the FAQs for this product at www.philips.com/support. If the problem remains unresolved, contact Philips Consumer Care in your country as listed in the Addendum. •...
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fine-tune favourites list fine-tune grid install automatic manual list lock rename reorder / rearrange switch test reception (digital channels) troubleshooting tune update lock channels lock connected devices PIN code ratings lock display connect display resolution antenna HDMI overview 38, 5 add to home menu connect remove...
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add to list create list view list automatic manual menu subtitle troubleshoot favourites list country home or shop Kensington lock lock channels lock connected devices PIN code ratings lock language main menu teletext universal access 41, 31, 32 digital radio with slideshow connect resolution...
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