Philips 42PDL7906K User Manual
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- Page 1 Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome EN User Manual 42PDL7906H 32PDL7906H 42PDL7906K 32PDL7906K 42PDL7906T 32PDL7906T...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Update software Reinstall the TV Connect your TV About cables Connect devices Connect more devices Computers and the Internet Common interface Troubleshooting Contact Philips General TV TV channel Picture Sound HDMI Network Product specifications Power and reception Display and sound... -
Page 3: Get Started
1 Get started TV tour Remote control To adjust the volume. To switch TV channels. To open or close the Home menu. In the Home menu, access connected devices, picture and sound settings, and other useful features. To open or close the Source menu. In the Source menu, access connected devices. - Page 4 Press and hold to return to watching TV. To select a red menu option, access digital Interactive TV services*, or watch TV demonstration clips. *Available on certain models only. To select a green menu option or to access energy efficient settings. To select a yellow menu option or to access the electronic user manual.
- Page 5 Watch Demo is on the second page of the setup menu. For more information about the availability of HD channels in your country, contact your Philips dealer or visit www.philips.com/support. Ambilight *Available on certain models only. Ambilight gives a more relaxed viewing experience.
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Page 6: Important
Never place liquid containers, such as vases, near the 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 insert objects into the ventilation slots or other openings on the TV. -
Page 7: Screen Care
Risk of swallowing batteries! • The product/remote control may contain a coin-type battery, which can be swallowed. Keep the battery out of reach of children at all times! Risk of overheating! • Never install the TV in a confined space. Always leave a space of at least 4 inches or 10 cm around the TV for ventilation. -
Page 8: Environmental Efforts
Environmental efforts Energy efficiency Philips continuously focuses on lowering the environmental impact of our innovative consumer products. We aim our efforts towards environmental improvements during manufacturing, reduction of harmful substances, energy-efficient use, end-of-life instructions and product recycling. To access energy efficient settings: While you watch TV, press the green button on the remote control. -
Page 9: Position The Tv
TV mounting that results in accident, injury or damage. Before you mount the TV: • Purchase a Philips TV mount or a compatible TV mount. • For certain models, remove the wall mount plugs from the back of the TV. -
Page 10: Help And Support
(available in certain countries only) Contact Philips If you like, you can contact Philips Consumer Care in your country for support. You can find the contact number in the leaflet accompanying the TV. -
Page 11: Use Your Tv
2 Use your TV Controls TV controls +/-: Increase or decrease volume. 2. AMBILIGHT: Switch Ambilight on or off. (Home): Access the Home menu. Press again to launch an activity in the Home menu. Confirm an entry or selection. 4. CH +/-: Switch to the next or previous channel. - Page 12 4. (Home): Access the Home menu. (Navigation buttons): Navigate through menus and select items. 6. CH - / CH + (Previous/Next): Switch channels, navigate through menu pages, tracks, albums or folders. 7.OK: Confirm an entry or selection. (Back): Return to the previous menu page or exit from a TV function.
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Page 13: Watch Tv
Smartphone control Use your iPhone as a secondary remote, and even as a keyboard. Go to the Apple Apps store and download the application 'Philips Wifi TV Remote'. Follow the instructions provided at the Apps store. Ensure that your TV is connected to the same network as your iPhone. -
Page 14: Adjust Tv Volume
Adjust TV volume Increase or decrease the TV volume • Press +/- on the remote control. • Press +/- on the front of the TV. Mute or unmute the TV volume • Press to mute the TV, or • Press again to restore the volume. -
Page 15: View Programme Guide
Listen to digital radio If digital radio channels are available, they are installed automatically when you install the TV channels. 1. While you watch TV, press channel list is displayed. 2. Press OPTIONS. 3. Select [Select list] > [Radio], then press 4. -
Page 16: Watch A Connected Device
If you have photos, videos or music files on a USB storage device, you can play the files on Caution: Philips is not responsible if the USB storage device is not supported, nor is it responsible for damage or loss of data in the device. -
Page 17: Watch 3D
OPTIONS Watch 3D What you need Your TV is a 3D TV. To watch 3D, you can purchase additional Philips 3D glasses PTA416 (sold separately) from your local dealer. Before you watch 3D, read the health warning information in Get started >... -
Page 18: Ambilight
To set the TV in 3D, press Select [3D format] and press OK, then select [3D - Side by side] or [3D - Top / bottom] according to the double picture positions. Note: Some 3D formats are not supported. The TV does not support 3D input from its USB connection and Net TV. -
Page 19: Browse Pc Through Dlna
• A wired or wireless home network, connected with a Universal Plug and Play (uPnP) router. • A Philips wireless USB adapter or a LAN cable that connects your TV to your home network. • A media server such as: PC running Windows Media Player 11 or higher;... - Page 20 Proceed to set up a media sharing server with Windows Media Player 11 or higher, or Twonky Media Server. Note: For help to use other media servers, such as TVersity, see the web site of the media server. If the apparatus does not return to DLNA mode due to external electrical disturbances (e.g.
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Page 21: Browse Net Tv
1. On your home network, connect the TV to the Internet 2. On your TV, configure Net TV. 3. On your PC, register with Philips to enjoy exclusive benefits and receive updates on product information. You can register now or later. - Page 22 2. To agree to the terms and conditions, press OK. The registration menu is displayed. 3. To register with Club Philips, select [Register], then press OK. 4. Confirm the onscreen message. A prompt asks if you want to lock adult services.
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Page 23: Rent Online Video
OPTIONS and select [Show Press remote control]. Use the onscreen keys to operate the connected audio or video player. Select a key and press OK to carry out its function. Press to hide the onscreen keys. Select P+ and P- to scroll up and down on a web page. - Page 24 Rent View a video store 1. Press . 2. Select [Browse Net TV] and press OK. 3. Access the App Gallery to search for available video stores in your country. 4. Press the Navigation buttons to select a store, then press OK to confirm. The icon of the video store is added to the home page.
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Page 25: Use More Of Your Tv
3 Use more of your TV Enjoy HbbTV What you can do Some broadcasters of digital channels offer interactive HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV). With HbbTV, broadcasters combine their normal TV programme with all kinds of information or entertainment. You can browse this information interactively. - Page 26 TV. If you need extra USB connectors, use a USB hub. Installation Caution: Philips is not responsible if the USB hard disk device is not supported, nor is it responsible for damage or loss of data in the device.
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Page 27: Start Recording
The stored broadcast on the USB hard disk is cleared when: • you switch the TV to standby. • you switch to another channel. The USB hard disk starts storing the content on the new channel broadcast. • you start watching a programme from a connected device - a Blu-ray disc player or digital receiver. -
Page 28: View Teletext
Manage recordings List of recordings To view the list of recordings and scheduled recordings, select the Recordings button above the programme guide list and press On this page with your recordings, you can: • select a recording to watch, • remove recorded programmes, •... -
Page 29: Set Locks And Timers
Teletext language Some digital TV broadcasters provide several teletext languages. You can set your primary and secondary language. 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] or [Satellite settings]. 3. Select [Languages] > [Primary Text] or [Secondary Text]. 4. Select your preferred teletext languages, then press OK. -
Page 30: View Subtitles
Set the clock manually If clock mode is set to [Manual], set the date and time manually. 1. In the [Clock] menu, select [Date] or [Time], then press OK. 2. Use the Navigation buttons to make your selection. 3. Select [Done], then press OK. Sleeptimer Sleeptimer switches the TV to standby after a specified time. -
Page 31: View Scenea
Subtitle language You can change the subtitle language on some digital channels. 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] or [Satellite settings] > [Subtitle language]. 3. Select [Primary subtitles] or [Secondary subtitles] for the preferred language. 4. Press OK to confirm. Tip: You can also press OPTIONS >... -
Page 32: Use Easylink
Some examples are Anynet (Samsung), Aquos Link (Sharp) or BRAVIA Sync (Sony). Not all brands are fully compatible with Philips EasyLink. After you switch on Philips EasyLink, these features are available: One-touch play When you play an HDMI-CEC compliant device, the TV switches on from standby, and switches to the correct source. -
Page 33: What You Need
• Switch on EasyLink Switch on To switch on or off EasyLink Note: If you do not intend to use Philips Easylink, switch it off. 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [EasyLink]. 3. Select [On] or [Off], then press OK. - Page 34 • : Display the TV menu. • (Standby): Switch the TV and the connected device to standby. Other EasyLink buttons are available through the On-Screen Remote Control (OSRC). To access the OSRC 1. While you view content from a connected device, press OPTIONS.
- Page 35 TV speakers, even when the TV is in standby. 1. Press ADJUST to receive audio from the connected Philips EasyLink device. If available, audio only mode is enabled. 2. Accept the prompt on the TV to turn off the TV screen.
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Page 36: Set Up Your Tv
4 Set up your TV Settings assistant Use the settings assistant to guide you through the picture and sound settings. 1. While you watch TV, press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Quick picture and sound settings], then press OK. 3. Select [Start], then press OK. 4. -
Page 37: Channels
Audio settings Select audio language If the TV channel has multiple or dual sound broadcast, you can select the preferred audio language. While you watch TV, press • [Audio language]: Select the audio language for digital channels. [Dual I-II]: Select the audio language for •... -
Page 38: Update Channel List
Hide or unhide Hide channels To prevent unauthorised access to channels, hide them from the channel list. 1. While you watch TV, press 2. Select the channel to rename and press OPTIONS. 3. Select [Hide channel], then press OK. The channel is hidden. Unhide channels 1. - Page 39 Install analogue channels You can search and store analogue TV channels manually. Step 1: Select your system Note: Skip this step if your system settings are correct. 1. While you watch TV, press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] > [Channel installation].
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Page 40: Menu Language
Reinstall channels ATTENTION: This feature is intended for dealers and service personnel. You can copy channel lists from one Philips TV to another through a USB storage device. You do not need to search for channels or install them again on the second TV. -
Page 41: Other Settings
Caution: Do not install a lower version of software than the current version installed on your product. Philips cannot be held liable or be made responsible for problems caused by a software downgrade. Update the software through one of these options: •... -
Page 42: Reinstall The Tv
USB storage device. 3. In your web browser, navigate to www.philips.com/support. 4. At the Philips Support site, find your product and locate the [Help] file for your TV. The file (a *.upg file) is compressed into a *.zip archive. -
Page 43: Connect Your Tv
5 Connect your About cables Cable quality Overview Before you connect devices to the TV, check the available connectors on the device. Connect the device to the TV with the highest quality connection available. Good quality cables ensure a good transfer of picture and sound. -
Page 44: Connect Devices
SCART A SCART cable combines video and audio signals. SCART connectors can handle RGB video signals but cannot handle high-definition (HD) TV signals. Connect devices Overview You can connect your devices to the TV with any of the following options. After connection, press >... - Page 45 Blu-ray or DVD disc player Connect the disc player with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the disc player with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. TV receiver Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is available on certain models only.)
- Page 46 Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV.
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Page 47: Game Console
Recorder Connect the recorder with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is available on certain models only.) Connect the recorder with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the recorder with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Game console The most practical connectors for a game console are on the side of the TV. - Page 48 Connect the game console with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the game console with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Home theatre system Connect the home theatre with an HDMI cable and an optical or coaxial audio cable to the TV. (Optical audio output is available on certain models only.)
- Page 49 Connect the home theatre with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the home theatre with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Digital camera Connect the digital camera with a USB cable to the TV.
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Page 50: Connect More Devices
Digital camcorder Connect the digital camera with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the digital camcorder with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Connect more devices External hard disk Connect the external hard disk with a USB cable to the TV. - Page 51 Computer Connect the computer with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the computer with a DVI-HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the computer with a VGA cable and an audio cable to the TV.
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Page 52: Computers And The Internet
Computers and the Internet What you can do Network benefits If you connect your TV to a computer network with storage devices such as computers, you can play the photos, music and videos on your devices. See Use your TV > Browse PC through DLNA (Page 19). If you connect your TV to a computer network with Internet access, you can access Net TV content. -
Page 53: Wireless Connection
Wireless connection This TV is Wi-Fi integrated. You can connect the TV to your home network wirelessly. You can enjoy the best of the web from Net TV services, and sharing of content between your devices connected to the home network using Wi-Fi MediaConnect or DLNA, seamlessly and hassle free. - Page 54 A wireless USB adapter (only for TVs which are not Wi-Fi integrated). For the availability of the wireless USB adapter, check with your local retailers or buy online at www.philips.com/tv. Install Wi-Fi MediaConnect 1. Insert the Wi-Fi MediaConnect CD-ROM in your PC.
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Page 55: Common Interface
• Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo 2.1 GHz • 1 GB RAM • 200 MB free hard disk space • Wi-Fi 802.11n • Internet connection Common interface What you can do To watch some digital TV programmes, you need a Conditional Access Module (CAM). If a CAM is inserted and subscription fees are paid, you can watch the channel. -
Page 56: Troubleshooting
If you cannot resolve your problem, refer to the frequently asked questions (FAQs) for this TV at www.philips.com/support. You can also contact Philips Consumer Care in your country for support. You can find the contact number in the leaflet that accompanies the TV. -
Page 57: Picture
Picture The TV is on, but there is no picture or the picture is distorted: • Make sure that the antenna is properly connected to the TV. • Make sure that the correct device is selected as the display source. •... -
Page 58: Hdmi
There is a picture but sound comes from one speaker only: Make sure that sound balance is set to the centre. HDMI There are problems with HDMI devices: • Note that HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support can delay the time taken for a TV to display content from a HDMI device. -
Page 59: Product Specifications
Standby power consumption : <0.15 W • Ambient temperature: 5 to 40 degrees Celsius • For power consumption, see the product specifications at www.philips.com/support. Reception • Antenna input: 75 ohm coaxial (IEC75) • TV system: DVB COFDM 2K/8 K, •... -
Page 60: Connectivity
Supported audio/video files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. Supported DLNA-compliant media server software • Windows Media Player (for Microsoft Windows) • Twonky Media (for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X) • Sony Vaio Media Server (for Microsoft Windows) •... -
Page 61: Dimensions
Side • Common Interface: CI • SD card (Video stores) • 2 x USB • HDMI HDMI features • Audio Return Channel (HDMI 1 only) • Use your TV legend to note the weight of the TV without the stand. Use your TV legend to note the weight of the TV with stand. - Page 62 Use your TV legend to note the dimensions of your TV (with and without the stand). Use your TV legend to note the thickness of your TV with the stand. Use your TV legend to note the thickness of your TV without the stand.
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Page 63: Help Version
Help version UMv 3139 137 04741- 20110511... -
Page 64: Index
- 44 connect, PC - 51 connect, USB - 16 connectors - 4 contact information, on Internet - 10 contact Philips - 10 controls - 11 demo - 41 devices, add - 16 devices, watch - 16 digital channels - 39... - Page 65 HDMI ARC - 43 hearing impaired - 31 help, onscreen - 10 high-definition (HD), content - 5 home menu - 3 home mode - 10 install channels - 38 install channels (automatic) - 38 install channels (manual) - 39 kensington lock - 10 language, menu - 40 location, home or shop - 10 media server software (Mac) - 20...
- Page 66 subtitle, language - 31 switch TV on, off - 13 teletext 2.5 - 29 teletext, digital text - 29 teletext, dual screen - 28 teletext, enlarge - 28 teletext, language - 29 teletext, search - 29 teletext, subpages - 29 universal access, enable - 31 universal access, hearing impaired - 31 universal access, visually impaired - 32...
- Page 67 Philips is committed to develop, produce and market products that cause no adverse health effects. Philips confi rms that if its products are handled properly for their intended use, they are safe to use according to scientifi c evidence...
- Page 68 Philips plays an active role in the development of international EMF and safety standards, enabling Philips to anticipate further developments in standardisation for early integration in its products. EMC regulation • In order to maintain conformity to the Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- Page 69 Info for UK only. Information about how to re-tune your TV during the digital TV switchover. Television in the UK is going digital, bringing us all more choice and new services. Starting in late 2007 and ending in 2012, television services in the UK will go completely digital, TV region by TV region.
- Page 70 Digital UK, the body leading the digital TV switchover, will advise you when you need to re-tune during the switchover. If you do not re-tune your channels when advised to do so by Digital UK, you may lose some or all of your channels until you do re-tune.
- Page 71 South: 1 800 7445477 North: 0 800 331 6015 Italia 800 088774 Numero Verde Қазақстан +7 727 250 66 17 local This information is correct at the time of print. For updated information, see www.philips.com/support. Latvia 80002794 local Lithuania 880030483 local Luxemburg/Luxembourg 080026550 Ortsgespräch/Appel local...
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