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BDL4988XH V1.00 www.philips.com/welcome User Manual (English)
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Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your display: Operation: • Keep the display out of direct sunlight and away from stoves or any other heat sources. • Remove any object that could fall into ventilation holes or prevent proper cooling of the display’s electronics. • Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet. • When positioning the display, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible. • When turning off the display by detaching the power cord, wait 6 seconds before re-attaching the power cord for normal operation. • Ensure the use of an approved power cord provided by Philips at all times. If your power cord is missing, please contact your local service center. • Do not subject the display to severe vibration or high impact conditions during operation. • Do not knock or drop the display during operation or transportation. Maintenance: • To protect your display from possible damage, do not put excessive pressure on the LCD panel. When moving your display, grasp the frame to lift; do not lift the display by placing your hand or fingers on the LCD panel. • Unplug the display if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time.
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BDL4988XH Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your display: • Unplug the display if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time. • Unplug the display if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth. The screen many be wiped with a dry cloth when the power is off. However, never use alcohol, solvents or ammonia-based liquids. • Consult a service technician if the display does not operate normally when you have followed the instructions in this manual. • The casing cover should be opened only by qualified service personnel. • Keep the display out of direct sunlight and away from stoves or any other heat sources. • Remove any object that could fall into the vents or prevent proper cooling of the display’s electronics. • Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet. • Keep the display dry. To avoid electric shock, do not expose it to rain or excessive moisture.
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BDL4988XH Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a three-prong socket). All equipment that works together (computer, display, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply source. The phasing conductor of the room’s electrical installation should have a reserve short-circuit protection device in the form of a fuse with a nominal value no larger than 16 amperes (A). To completely switch off the equipment, the power supply cable must be removed from the power supply socket, which should be located near the equipment and easily accessible. A protection mark “B” confirms that the equipment is in compliance with the protection usage requirements of standards PN-93/T-42107 and PN-89/ E-06251. Electric, Magnetic and Electronmagnetic Fields (“EMF”) 1. We manufacture and sell many products targeted at consumers, which, like any electronic apparatus, in general have the ability to emit and receive electromagnetic signals.
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BDL4988XH Information for U.K. only WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Important: This apparatus is supplied with an approved moulded 13A plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: 1. Remove fuse cover and fuse. 2. Fit new fuse which should be a BS 1362 5A,A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. 3. Refit the fuse cover. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3-pin plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should have a value of 5A. If a plug without a fuse is used, the fuse at the distribution board should not be greater than 5A.
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BDL4988XH End-of-Life Disposal Your new Public Information Display contains materials that can be recycled and reused. Specialized companies can recycle your product to increase the amount of reusable materials and to minimize the amount to be disposed of. Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old display from your local Philips dealer. (For customers in Canada and U.S.A.) This product may contain lead and/or mercury. Dispose of in accordance to local-state and federal regulations. For additional information on recycling contact www.eia.org (Consumer Education Initiative) Waste Electrical and Electronie Equipment-WEEE Attention users in European Union private households This marking on the product or on its packaging illustrates that, under European Directive 2012/19/EU governing used electrical and electronic appliances, this product may not be disposed of with normal household waste. You are responsible for disposal of this equipment through a designated waste electrical and electronic equipment collection.
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BDL4988XH Batteries For EU: The crossed-out wheeled bin implies that used batteries should not be put to the general household waste! There is a separate collection system for used batteries, to allow proper treatment and recycling in accordance with legislation.
BDL4988XH Table Of Contents 4.2. Change Picture Format ............18 4.3. Play multimedia files via Local Area Network ..18 4.3.1. Set up the network ..........18 Unpacking and Installation ............1 4.3.2. How to use DLNA-DMP ......... 18 1.1. Unpacking ..................1 4.3.3. How to use DLNA-DMR from PC .... 19 1.2. Package Contents ................1 4.4. Play multimedia files from USB device ......19 1.3.
BDL4988XH Unpacking and Installation 1.1. Unpacking • This product is packed in a carton, together with the standard accessories. • Any other optional accessories will be packed separately. • Due to the size and weight of this display it is recommended for two people to move it. • After opening the carton, ensure that the contents are complete and in good condition. 1.2. Package Contents Please verify that you received the following items with your package content: • LCD display • Remote control with AAA batteries • Power cord • HDMI cable • RS232 cable • Daisy chain cable Quick start guide • IR sensor cable • IR cable...
BDL4988XH 1.4. Mounting on a Wall To mount this display to a wall, you will have to obtain a standard wall-mounting kit (commercially available). We recommend using a mounting interface that complies with TUV-GS and/or UL1678 standard in North America. Protective Sheet VESA Grid Table Tabletop stand 1. Lay a protective sheet on a table, which was wrapped around the display when it was packaged, beneath the screen surface so as not to scratch the screen face. 2. Ensure you have all accessories for mounting this display (wall mount, ceiling mount, table stand, etc). 3. Follow the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. Failure to follow correct mounting procedures could result in damage to the equipment or injury to the user or installer.
BDL4988XH 1.5. Mounting in Portrait Position This display can be installed in portrait position. 1. Remove the table stand, if attached. 2. Rotate 90 degrees anticlockwise. The “ ” logo should be bristling when facing the display at the back.
BDL4988XH 1.6. Operating Instructions of Edge Alignment Kit 1.6.1. Installing Edge Alignment Kit • Before install edge alignment kit, displays must be mounted to video wall frame correctly. • Using “Thumb Screw” for easy installing. • Using “Edge Alignment Kit-1” on adjacent four displays. • Using “Edge Alignment Kit-2” on adjacent two displays. NOTE: W hen installing the edge alignment kit, please consult a professional technician for proper installation. We accept no liability for installations not performed by a professional technician.
BDL4988XH 1.7. Using of Edge Finishing Kit (Optional) You could use the edge finishing kit to protect the display and have a better appearance. 1.7.1. Installing Edge Finishing Kit Installing Edge Finishing Kit for 1x1 Display Configuration Edge Finishiing Kit-Top (*1PC) Corner(*4PCS) Edge Finishiing Edge Finishiing Kit-Right(*1PC) Kit-Left(*1PC) Screw Edge Finishiing Kit-Bottom (QTY is different depending (*1PC) on models) Installing Edge Finishing Kit for 2x2 Display Configuration Edge Finishiing Kit-Top...
BDL4988XH Parts and Functions 2.1. Control Panel MUTE INPUT MENU [ ] button [MENU] button Use this button to turn the display on or put the display to standby. Return to previous menu while OSD menu is on, or to activate the OSD menu when OSD menu is off. [MUTE] button Remote control sensor and power status indicator Switch the audio mute ON/OFF. • Receives command signals from the remote control. [INPUT] button • Indicates the operating status of the display without OPS: Choose the input source. - Lights green when the display is turned on • Used as [ ] button in the On-Screen-Display menu.
BDL4988XH 2.2. Input/Output Terminals 10 11 12 15 16 18 AC IN DisplayPort IN / DisplayPort OUT AC power input from the wall outlet. DisplayPort video input / output. MAIN POWER SWITCH VGA IN (D-Sub) Switch the main power on/off. VGA video input. AC OUT COMPONENT IN (BNC) AC power supply to the AC IN jack of a media player. Component YPbPr video source input. IR IN / IR OUT Y/CVBS IR signal input / output for the loop-through function.
BDL4988XH 2.3. Remote Control ] HOME button Access the OSD menu. 2.3.1. General functions ] LIST button No function. [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] NAVIGATION buttons Navigate through menus and choose items. ] button Confirm an entry or selection. [ ] ADJUST button Access currently available options, picture and sound menus. ] MUTE button Press to turn the mute function on/off.
BDL4988XH 2.3.2. ID Remote Control 4. Press [ENTER] button to confirm. The red LED blinks twice and then lights off. You can set the remote control ID when you want to use this remote control on one of several different displays. NOTE: • Press [NORMAL] button. The green LED blinks twice, indicating the display is in normal operation. • It is necessary to set up the ID number for each display before selecting its ID number. Press [ID] button. The red LED blinks twice. 1. Press [ID SET] button for more than 1 second to enter the ID Mode. The red LED lights up. Press the [ID SET] button again will exit the ID Mode. The red LED lights off. Press the digit numbers [0] ~ [9] to select the display you want to control. For example: press [0] and [1] for display No.1, press [1] and [1] for display No.11.
BDL4988XH 2.3.3. Inserting the batteries in the remote control The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries. To install or replace batteries: 1. Press and then slide the cover to open it. 2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (–) indications inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the cover. Caution: The incorrect use of batteries can result in leaks or bursting. Be sure to follow these instructions: • Place “AAA” batteries matching the (+) and (–) signs on each battery to the (+) and (–) signs of the battery compartment. • Do not mix battery types. • Do not combine new batteries with used ones. It causes shorter life or leakage of batteries. • Remove the dead batteries immediately to prevent them from liquid leaking in the battery compartment. Don’t touch exposed battery acid, as it can damage your skin.
BDL4988XH Connecting External Equipment 3.1. Connecting External Equipment (DVD/VCR/VCD) 3.1.1. Using COMPONENT video input Audio Out COMPONENT Out (YPbPr) DVD / VCR / VCD [AUDIO IN] [COMPONENT IN] (YPbPr) 3.1.2. Using Video Source input Y/CVBS Out DVD / VCR / VCD...
BDL4988XH 3.1.3. Using HDMI video input DVD / VCR / VCD HDMI Out [HDMI IN] 3.2. Connecting a PC 3.2.1. Using VGA input VGA Out D-Sub 15 pin Audio Out [VGA IN] [VGA AUDIO IN] 3.2.2. Using DVI input DVI Out...
BDL4988XH 3.3.2. Connecting an external audio device Audio In Stereo Amplifier [AUDIO OUT] 3.4. Connecting Multiple Displays in a Daisy-chain Configuration You can interconnect multiple displays to create a daisy-chain configuration for applications such as a video wall. 3.4.1. Display control connection Connect the [RS232C OUT] connector of DISPLAY 1 to the [RS232C IN] connector of DISPLAY 2. DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 [RS-232C] [RS-232C IN] [RS-232C OUT] [RS-232C IN] DISPLAY 1...
BDL4988XH 3.4.2. Digital video connection Connect the [DVI OUT / VGA OUT] connector of DISPLAY 1 to the [DVI IN] connector of DISPLAY 2. DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 [DVI] [DVI IN] [DVI/VGA OUT] [DVI IN] Connect the [DP OUT] connector of DISPLAY 1 to the [DP IN] connector of DISPLAY 2. DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 [DP] [DP IN] [DP OUT] [DP IN] Connect the [DVI OUT ] connector of DISPLAY 1 to the [DVI IN] connector of DISPLAY 2. DVD / VCR / VCD DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 [HDMI]...
BDL4988XH 3.5. IR connection External IR Receiver [IR IN] NOTE: T his display’s remote control sensor will stop working if the [IR IN] is connected. 3.6. IR Pass-through Connection [IR OUT] DVD / VCR / VCD [IR IN] (DVD / VCR / VCD) Remote Control...
BDL4988XH 3.7. Wire-connecting to Network If you connect this display to a home network, you can play photos, music and videos from your computer. See Play multimedia files via Local Area Network (Page 18) for more detail. INTERNET ROUTER [RJ-45] [RJ-45] To setup the network: 1. Switch on the router and switch on its DHCP setting. 2. Connect the router to this display with an Ethernet cable. Setup 3. Press [ ] HOME button on the remote control, then select Connect to network ] button.
BDL4988XH Operation • Multiple display setup: NOTE: T he control button described in this section is mainly on the remote control unless specified otherwise. DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 4.1. Watch the Connected Video Source ROUTER [RJ-45] [RJ-45] [RJ-45] See page 11 for external equipments connection. 1. Press [ ] SOURCE button. NOTE: I f the apparatus does not return to DLNA mode due to 2. Press [ ] or [ ] button to choose a device, then press [ external electrical disturbances (e.g.
BDL4988XH 4. You can connect up to 4 displays to the same PC and play same Choose media 6. Check the media formats. Then, click media stream. streaming options..Advanced sharing settings Turn on 7. Go to , and check 4.3.3. How to use DLNA-DMR from PC network discovery 1. Press [ ] HOME button, choose Network and press [ 8.
BDL4988XH 6. Follow the on-screen instruction to control the play option. • {Status}: T o view information about a video (for example, played position, duration, title, or date). 7. Press [PLAY] buttons ( H F G I J ) to control playing. 4.5.3. Playing photo files 4.5. Play options Photo 1. Choose in the top bar.
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BDL4988XH Internet Web Address: http:// History www.google.com Bookmark . , @ ‘ Done w x y z Hide p q r s ? ! - < 123 www Backspace 3. Move the cursor to “ ” icon and press [ ] button. Internet Web Address: http://www.google.com History www.google.com...
BDL4988XH Change your settings 5.1. Settings Press [ ] HOME button. Using the remote control: 5.1.1. Picture SOURCE FORMAT Picture Picture style Sound Brightness Tiling Colour Network Sharpness LIST INFO General settings Noise reduction Advanced MPEG artifact reducti... m e n u...
BDL4988XH Format and edges • {Auto volume leveling}: Enable the reduction of sudden volume • {Picture format}: Change the picture format. changes. • {Speaker settings}: Turn on or off the internal speakers. • {Zoom}: Expands the horizontal and vertical sizes of the image simultaneously. • {Clear sound}: Enhance sound quality. • {H Zoom}: Expands the horizontal size of the image only. • {Audio out format}: Choose the type of audio output through • {V Zoom}: Expands the vertical size of the image only.
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BDL4988XH Example: 2 x 2 screen matrix (4 displays) {Off} H monitors = 2 displays V monitors = 2 displays H monitors Position Example: 5 x 5 screen matrix (25 displays) H monitors = 5 displays Frame comp.H V monitors = 5 displays Adjust the horizontal frame compensation. H monitors Frame comp.V Adjust the vertical frame compensation. Position Switch on delay Adjust the power-on delaying time (in seconds) allows a sequential powering-on for each display by their ID number when multiple displays are connected.
BDL4988XH Network name In the multiple-display connection, you can rename each display for easy identification. Use the on-screen keyboard or the remote control keypad to enter the name. Clear Internet memory Clear all the cookies, bookmarks, history list and text used for auto fill. 5.1.5. General settings Picture Menu language Sound Monitor Group Note: To use this function, serial connect all machines with RS-232 cable Tiling Monitor ID and set their Network control port to RS-232 too. Network Eco mode Note: To use this function for DP 1.2 connectivity, the maximum...
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BDL4988XH Source The existing daylight on/off menu item should be replaced with the 2. Go to and choose input source. If {Source} {USB} following menu structure: is chosen. You need to set playliist. If {Source} {BROWSER} is chosen. You need to set URL address. Menu item {Daylight saving} opens submenu containing the following items: NOTE: I f {Source} {Autoplay} is chosen. You need to create a folder named “philips” in the root directory of the USB and • Menu item {Daylight saving start date} Selection item {1st, 2nd, 3rd,...
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BDL4988XH Repeat modes OneWire 5. Go to and choose. Connect and control your HDMI-CEC compliant devices through HDMI port to this display with the same remote control. Schedule 1 Status No repeat Local KB lock Schedule 2 Source Every Sunday Schedule 3 On time Every Monday Choose to enable or disable the keyboard (control buttons) function of Schedule 4 Off time the display. Every Tuesday Schedule 5 Repeat modes Every Wednesday • {Unlock}: Enable the keyboard function.
BDL4988XH Power LED Light Jitter clean Choose {Off} to turn off the indicator. Turn on/off Jitter cleaning function for HDMI and DVI signal quality enhancement. The default setting is on. Logo EQ boost Choose {Off} and the display will not display the logo when Adjust digital signal EQ boost. you switch on. USB copying Advanced power management Copy user logo “Welcomelogo.png” to internal memory . Choose {On}. Then, when no signal, the display will automatically turn off. 5.1.7. Help Source notification When you press [ ] POWER button to turn on the display from Picture...
BDL4988XH USB device compatibility USB Video Subtitle Formats (for language subtitles, etc.) File Max.Bit Rate Container Video codec Maximum resolution Max.Frame Rate (fps) Audio codec Extensions (Mbps) MPEG-1 1920x1080 25p,30p,50i,60i MPEG-1(L1&L2), .mpg MPEG-2 1920x1080 25p,30p,50i,60i MPEG-1,2,2.5 L3, mpeg AAC/HE-AAC(v1&v2), MPEG-4 ASP 1920x1080 25p,30p,50i,60i .vob DVD-PCM,AC3 H.264 1920x1080 25p,30p,50p,60p,60i...
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BDL4988XH USB Multimedia Formats Frequency Max.Bit Rate File Extensions Container Video codec Maximum resolution Audio codec (kHz) (Mbps) .mp3 MPEG-1,2,2.5 L3 .wma .asf (V2 up to V9.2) .wma WMA Pro WMA,WMA Pro .wav(PC) LPCM LPCM .aif(mac) LPCM LPCM .aiff(mac) .aac .mp4 1024 AAC,HE-AAC(v1&v2) .m4a .pls Playlists .m3u .m4a 1024 AAC,HE-AAC(v1&v2) NOTES: • Sound or video may not work if the contents have a standard bit rate/frame rate above the compatible Frame/sec listed in the table above.
We strive to deliver the highest quality products and use some of the industry’s most advanced manufacturing processes whilst practicing stringent quality control. However, pixel or sub-pixel defects on the PDP / TFT panels used in Plasma- & LCD- displays are sometimes unavoidable. No manufacturer can guarantee that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees that any Plasma- & LCD- displays with an unacceptable number of defects will be repaired during the warranty period in line with your local guarantee conditions. This notice explains the different types of pixel defects and defines the acceptable defect level for the LCD screen. In order to qualify for repair under warranty, the number of pixel defects must exceed a certain level as shown in the reference table. If the LCD screen is within specification a warranty exchange / claim back will be refused. Additionally, because some types or combinations of pixel defects are more noticeable than others, Philips sets even higher quality standards for those. 8.1. Pixels and Sub-Pixels A pixel, or picture element, is composed of three sub-pixels in the primary colors of red, green and subpixel blue.
Dark Dot Defects Black dot defects appear as pixels or sub-pixels that are always dark or “off ”. These are the examples of black dot defects: One dark dot Two adjacent dark dots = 1 pair of dark dots Two dark dots, specifications defines the minimum distance between dark dots 8.5. Proximity of Pixel Defects Because pixel and sub-pixels defects of the same type that are nearby one another may be more noticeable, Philips also specifies tolerances for the proximity of pixel defects. In the table below you can find specifications about: • Allowed amount of adjacent dark dots = (adjacent dark dots =1 pair of dark dots) • Minimum distance between dark dots • Total no. of all defective dots 8.6. Pixel Defect Tolerances In order to qualify for repair due to pixel defects during the warranty period, a PDP / TFT panel in a Philips Plasma / LCD- display must have pixel or sub- pixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following table.
BDL4988XH Cleaning and Troubleshooting 9.1. Cleaning Caution When Using the Display • Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the display. The top of the display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries may occur if any body parts are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the display could also result in heat related damage to the object as well as the display itself. • Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the display. Moving the display with its cables attached may damage the cables and thus cause fire or electric shock. • Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any type of cleaning or maintenance procedure. Front Panel Cleaning Instructions • The front of the display has been specially treated. Wipe the surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth.
BDL4988XH 9.2. Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy No picture is displayed 1. The power cord is disconnected. 1. Plug in the power cord. 2. The main power switch on the back of the 2. Make sure the power switch is switched on. display is not switched on. 3. Connect a signal connection to the display. 3. The selected input has no connection. 4. The display is in standby mode. Interference displayed on the display or audible...
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BDL4988XH How is the RC working? Daisy chain : no RS232 connected and IR cable No need setting, just to connect with IR cables and control by IR. *This way has out-of-synchronizm phenomenon. Suggest to use above setting with RS-232 cable.
BDL4988XH Technical Specifications Display: Item Specifications Screen Size (Active Area) 48.5” (123.2 cm) LCD Aspect Ratio 16:9 Number of pixels 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) Pixel pitch 0.559 (H) x 0.559 (V) [mm] Displayable colors 1.07B colors Brightness (typical) 700 cd/m Contrast ratio (typical) 1300:1 Viewing angle 178 degrees In/Out Terminals: Item Specifications Speaker Output Internal Speakers 10W (L) + 10W (R) [RMS]/8Ω External Speakers 1 Way 1 Speaker System 82 dB/W/M/160 Hz ~ 13 KHz Audio Output 3.5mm phone jack x 1 0.5V [rms] (Normal) / 2 Channel (L+R) Audio Input RCA Jack x 2 0.5V [rms] (Normal) / 2 Channel (L+R) 3.5mm phone jack x 1 RS232C 2.5mm Phone jack x 2...
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BDL4988XH General: Item Specifications Power Input 100 - 240V~, 50 - 60Hz, 6.0A Power Output 100 - 240V~, 50 - 60Hz, 2.5A Power Consumption (Max) 260 W Power Consumption (typ.) 105 W Power Consumption (Standby & Off) <0.5 W Dimensions (Without Stand) [W x H x D] 1077.7 x 607.9 x 93.5 (@Wall mount) / 103.8 (@Handle) Weight (Without Stand) 21.6 Kg Gross Weight (Without Stand) 33.5 Kg Product Fiche : Item Specifications Energy Efficiency Class Visible Screen Size 123.2 cm / 48.50 inch On Mode Power Consumption (W) 94 W Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) 137 kWh Standby Power Consumption (W) 0.50 W...
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