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Philips 32PS55S Directions For Use Manual

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Important!
Return your
Warranty
Registration Card
within 10 days.
See why inside.
Read this manual first!
Congratulations on purchasing this Philips product.
We've included everything you need to get started.
If you have any problems, Philips Representatives can
help you get the most from your new product by explaining:
• Hookups,
• First Time Setup, and
• Feature Operation.
Do not attempt to return this product to the store.
For fast help, call us first!
1-800-531-0039
Thank you for making Philips a part of your home!
3121 235 20561

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  • Page 1: Directions For Use

    • Hookups, • First Time Setup, and • Feature Operation. Do not attempt to return this product to the store. For fast help, call us first! 1-800-531-0039 Thank you for making Philips a part of your home! 3121 235 20561...
  • Page 2 As a member of the PHILIPS “family, ” you’re entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive war- ranties and outstanding service networks in the industry.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Energy Star® is a U.S. registered mark. Using products with the Energy Star® label can save energy. Saving energy reduces air pollution and lowers utility bills. Auto Lock, Auto Picture, Auto Sound, QuadraSurf are all registered trademarks of Philips Consumer Electronics Company. Copyright © 2002 All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Picture Menu

    OW TO o adjust your TV picture controls, select a channel and follow the steps shown below: Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu. Press the CURSOR UP or DOWN buttons until the word PICTURE is highlighted.

  • Page 6: How To Use The Dnr (Digital Noise Reduction) Control

    OW TO SE THE or reasons such as poor cable reception, the picture can sometime appear slightly “speckled” (or signal noise shown in the pic- ture). The DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction) control can help eliminate this type of inter- ference and improve the quality of the picture. Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu.

  • Page 7: How To Use The Contrast + (Black Stretch) Control

    OW TO SE THE he Contrast + (Black Stretch) control helps to “sharpen” the picture quality. The black portions of the picture become richer in darkness and the whites become brighter. Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu. Press the CURSOR UP or CUR- SOR DOWN...

  • Page 8: Sound Menu

    SING THE esides the normal volume level control, your TV also has Treble, Bass and Balance sound controls. The TREBLE control effects only the high frequency sound coming from the TV enhancing the highs; while the BASS control effects only the low frequency sound coming from the TV enhancing the lows.

  • Page 9: How To Use The Avl Control

    n most cases, the volume levels coming from broadcast programming or commer- cials are never the same. With the AVL (Audio Volume Leveler) control turned ON, you can have the TV level out sound that is being heard. This makes for a more consis- tent sound by reducing the peaks and valleys that occur during program changes or com- mercial breaks.

  • Page 10: Setting The Incredible Surround Control

    ETTING THE he Incredible Surround feature adds greater depth and dimension to both mon- aural (MONO) and stereo TV sound. With the control turned ON the TV's speakers can add even wider sound separation to normal broadcasts. Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu.

  • Page 11: Setting The Tv For Sap (Secondary Audio Programs)

    ETTING THE SAP signal is an additional part of the stereo broadcast system. Sent as a third audio channel, a SAP signal can be heard apart from the current TV program sound. TV sta- tions are free to use SAP for any number of pur- poses.

  • Page 12: Setting The Tv To Receive Stereo Programming

    ETTING THE ou can receive broadcast stereo TV pro- grams. The TV has both an amplifier and twin speakers through which the stereo sound can be heard. Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu. Press the CURSOR UP or CUR- SOR DOWN button until the word...

  • Page 13: Features Menu

    he Timer controls allow you to use your TV as an alarm clock if set to turn itself on and off at a specific time. It also can be set to tune to a specific channel at a specific time. Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu.
  • Page 14 NDERSTANDING THE he AutoLock™ feature is an inte- grated circuit that receives and processes data sent by broadcasters, or other program providers, that contain program content advisories. When pro- grammed by the viewer, a TV with AutoLock™ can respond to the content advisories and block program content that may be found objectionable (such as offensive language, violence, sexual situ-...

  • Page 15: Setting Up An Autolock™ Access Code

    ETTING ver the next few pages you’ll learn how to block channels and get a better under- standing of the rating terms for certain pro- gramming. First, let’s start by learning how to set a per- sonal access code: Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu.

  • Page 16: How To Block Channels

    fter your personal access code has been set (see previous page), you are now ready to select the channels you want to block out or censor. Press the NUMBERED (or CH +, –) buttons to tune the channel you wish to block or censor. Press the MENU button on the remote to show the on-screen menu.
  • Page 17 OW TO fter blocking specific channels there may come a time when you want to clear all the channels so they can be viewed. The fol- lowing steps explain how to CLEAR ALL blocked channels. Press the MENU button on the remote to show the on-screen menu.

  • Page 18: Blocking Programming Based On Movie Ratings

    LOCKING here are two types of program ratings within the AutoLock feature. One is based on the Movie Industry ratings while the other is based on the TV Industry ratings. Both can be used to block or censor programming that has been rated in either manner.

  • Page 19: Blocking Programming Based On Tv Ratings

    LOCKING his portion of the AutoLock features cover program ratings based on the TV Industry rating system. This is know as TV Ratings within AutoLock. After selecting the Autolock feature and enter- ing your personal access code, the AutoLock options screen will appear. Follow the steps below to block programming using the TV Rating controls.

  • Page 20: How To Use The Closed Captioning Control

    OW TO losed Captioning (CC) allows you to read the voice content of television pro- grams on the TV screen. Designed to help the hearing impaired, this feature uses on-screen “text boxes” to show dialogue and conversa- tions while the TV program is in progress. Press the MENU button on the remote to display the on-screen menu.

  • Page 21: How To Change The Tv's Screen Format

    OW TO epending on the type of programming you are watching, the TV’s screen can be formatted to match the correct dimensions. Choose between the standard 4:3, Expand 4:3, or Compress 16:9 ratios. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu.
  • Page 22 he TV’s Audio/Video Input jacks are for direct picture and sound connections between the TV and a VCR (or similar acces- sory device) that has Audio/Video Output jacks. These jacks are GOLD plated for the best possible signal transfer. Connect one end of the VIDEO (yel- low) CABLE to the AV1 in VIDEO jack on the back of the TV.
  • Page 23 SING THE he Audio/Video (Monitor) Output jacks are great for recording with a VCR or used to connect an external audio system for better sound reproduction. For an external audio system, con- nect one end of the R(ight) and L(eft) AUDIO (Monitor Out) jacks on the TV to the R and L audio input jacks on your amplifier or sound sys- tem.
  • Page 24 he S(uper)-Video connection on the rear of the TV can provide you with better pic- ture detail and clarity for the playback of accessory sources such as DBS (digital broadcast satellite), DVD (digital video discs), video games, and S-VHS VCR (video cassette recorder) tapes than the normal antenna picture connections.

  • Page 25: Using The Component Video Input Jacks

    SING THE omponent Video inputs provide for the highest possible color and picture resolu- tion in the playback of digital signal source material, such as with DVD players. The color difference signals (Pb, Pr) and the lumi- nance (Y) signal are connected and received separately, which allows for improved color bandwidth information (not possible when using composite video or S-Video connec-...
  • Page 26 SING THE For your convenience, Audio/Video Input jacks have been located on the side of the TV cabinet. These jacks are for use with cam- corders or rental devices that are only to be connected for a short period of time. There also is a headphone jack located on the front of the TV when you’re wanted to watch TV while others in the room do not.

  • Page 27: Setting Up The Sleeptimer Option

    ETTING UP THE ave you ever fallen asleep in front of the TV only to have it wake you up at two in the morning with a test pattern screeching in your ears? Well, your TV can save you all that trouble by automatically turning itself off.

  • Page 28: Setting The Auto Picture Control

    hether you’re watching a movie or a sporting event, your TV has automatic video control settings matched for your cur- rent program source or content. The Auto Picture feature quickly resets your TV’s video controls for a number of different types of programs and viewing conditions you may have in your home.

  • Page 29: Setting The Auto Sound Control

    ETTING THE he Auto Sound feature allows the listener to select between four different factory set sound options. Personal (which can be set by the user), Theater (for movie viewing), Music (for musical type programming) and Voice (when the program is mainly dialogue). To select any of the options follow the directions below.
  • Page 30 SING THE “list” or series of previously viewed channels can be selected with the Quadra SURF (colored) buttons on your remote con- trol. With this feature you can easily switch between different TV programs that currently interest you. The Quadra Surf control allows you set up four different personal Surf lists using the colored buttons (on the remote con- trol), each holding up to ten channels in its...

  • Page 31: Notes

    EMOTE ONTROL our remote control is set to work your TV and many infrared remote (IR) control VCRs, Cable Boxes, Satellite Systems, DBS, DVD, etc. However, an easy onetime step may be necessary before the remote will work your VCR. Try this initial Direct Access Method to see if going on to the following section is necessary.
  • Page 32 EMOTE ONTROL ow that you have looked up the three- digit Remote Code Number for your brand of device, you are ready to follow the four simple steps below. Please read through steps 1-4 before begin- ning. Place the TV/VCR/ACC Mode Switch in the proper position.
  • Page 33 EMOTE ONTROL our TV remote can be set to work various external devices such as VCRs, Cable Boxes, Satellite Receivers, DBS, DVD, etc. by what is called the search method of remote control programming. If the “Remote Code” number method shown on pages 33 did not set your remote to work your external device, then follow the easy steps listed below.
  • Page 34 Paragon ......027 Philips ..052, 054, 058, 180, 269, 317 Pioneer ....050, 171, 560, 904...
  • Page 35 Patriot ......542 Philips . . .227, 319, 482, 598, 749, 751, 777 Phonotrend ....315, 619 Plasmatic .
  • Page 36 Panasonic ....517, 659 Philips ..... .530, 566 Pioneer .
  • Page 37 EMOTE hen using the TV remote with a VCR, first make certain it is set to control your VCR (by the REMOTE CODE or SEARCH method). Set the TV/VCR/ACC mode switch to VCR on the remote. Point the top of the remote toward the front of the VCR (remote sensor window) when pressing the buttons.
  • Page 38 No Power • Check the TV power cord. Unplug the TV, wait 10 seconds, then reinsert the plug into the outlet and push the POWER button again. • Check that the outlet is not on a wall switch. • Be sure the fuse is not blown on the AC power strip, if one is being used.
  • Page 39 Auto Programming • The procedure of adding or deleting channel numbers into the Television’s memory circuits. In this way the Television “remembers’’ only the locally available or desired channel numbers and skips over any unwanted channel numbers. Coaxial Cable • A single solid antenna wire normally matched with a metal plug (F-type) end connector that screws (or pushes) directly onto a 75 Ohm input found on the Television or VCR.
  • Page 40 Alternate Channel Control ......30 Audio/Video Input Jacks ......22 Audio/Video Output Jacks .
  • Page 41 Indicates In-Home/Carry-In Service NOTE: If you reside in one of our Philips Factory Service Branch areas (see directory on back), you can contact the nearest Service Branch to obtain efficient and expedient repair for your product. If your product is In-Warranty, you should have proof-of-purchase to ensure No Charge Service. For Out-of-Warranty service, call the location nearest you.
  • Page 42 DE RÉCEPTION DE PRODUITS À RÉPARER À TRAVERS LE PAYS: CONTACTER LE CENTRE DE SERVICE AUX CONSOMMATEURS LE PLUS PROCHE POUR SAVOIR L’EMPLACEMENT DE CES DÉPÔTS CÓMO OBTENER UN SERVICIO OPORTUNO Y EFICIENTE POR CORREO, EN CASA O EN PERSONA PARA SU PRODUCTO A TRAVÉS DE UN CENTRO PHILIPS DE SERVICIO. MAS DE 600 SITIOS POR...
  • Page 43 OTES...

  • Page 44: Who Is Covered

    Philips Consumer Electronics Company. In coun- tries where Philips Consumer Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization will attempt to pro- vide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).

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