Philips 48PFK4101 User Manual

Philips 48PFK4101 User Manual

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1 TV Tour
1.1 Pause TV and recordings
Allows pausing and recording TV broadcasts using a USB Hard Drive.
1.2 EasyLink
Enables controlling connected devices with the TV remote via HDMI CEC.
2 Setting up
2.1 Read safety
Emphasizes reading safety instructions before TV use.
2.2 TV stand and wall mounting
Instructions for attaching the TV stand or wall mount.
2.3 Tips on placement
Guidance on optimal TV positioning for viewing comfort and light.
2.4 Power cable
Instructions for connecting the power cable and safety precautions.
2.5 Antenna cable
How to connect an antenna cable for DVB-T/DVB-C signals.
2.6 Satellite dish
Connecting a satellite dish for PHK/PFK models.
3 Connect devices
3.1 About connections
General advice on connecting devices, quality cables, and the Philips connectivity guide.
HDMI ports
Explains HDMI quality and cable requirements.
HDMI ARC
Details HDMI ARC for audio return channel functionality.
HDMI CEC – EasyLink
Explains EasyLink using HDMI CEC for device control.
DVI to HDMI
Connecting devices with DVI output via an adapter.
Audio Out - Optical
Connecting for high-quality audio output using optical cables.
Scart
Information on using SCART for video and audio connections.
3.2 Common interface – CAM
Using CAM modules for conditional access to digital TV.
3.3 Set-top box - STB
Connecting a set-top box (digital receiver) to the TV.
3.5 Home Theatre System - HTS
Connecting a Home Theatre System via HDMI ARC or optical cable.
Audio to video synchronisation (sync)
Adjusting audio delay to match video for HTS.
Audio Out settings
Settings for audio output delay and offset.
3.6 Blu-ray Disc player
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player via HDMI.
3.7 DVD player
Connecting a DVD player via HDMI.
Problems with HTS sound
Troubleshooting sound issues with Home Theatre Systems.
3.8 Game console
Connecting a game console via HDMI and setting the ideal picture style.
3.9 USB Hard Drive
Requirements and formatting for using USB Hard Drives for pause/record.
3.10 USB flash drive
Viewing photos, music, and videos from a USB flash drive.
3.11 Camcorder - HDMI
Connecting a camcorder via HDMI.
3.12 Computer
Connecting a computer to use the TV as a monitor.
3.13 Headphones
Connecting headphones and adjusting their volume.
4 Switch on
4.1 On, Standby or Off
How to turn the TV on, put it in standby, or switch it off.
4.2 Keys on TV (For 4100, 4101, 4111, 4201, 6300, 630) series
Using the TV's physical buttons when the remote is unavailable.
4.3 Sleep timer
Setting the TV to automatically switch to standby.
4.4 Switch Off Timer
Explains automatic switch-off and how to deactivate it.
5 Remote control
5.1 Key overview (For 4000, 4100, 4200, 4101, 4111, 4201, 5210 series)
Detailed explanation of all remote control buttons and their functions.
5.2 IR sensor
Location and function of the TV's infrared sensor for remote signals.
5.3 Batteries
How to replace remote control batteries.
5.4 Cleaning
Instructions for cleaning the remote control.
6 TV channels
6.1 Channel Lists
How channel lists are displayed, filtered, and used.
6.2 Watching TV channels
Tuning to channels, switching channels, and using the channel list.
Parental rating
Setting age ratings to lock programs for children.
Set or change the lock code
How to set or change the parental control lock code.
Subtitles and subtitle language
Enabling and selecting subtitle languages.
Subtitles for analogue channels
Manually enabling subtitles for analogue channels.
Audio language
Setting preferred audio languages for digital channels.
Favourite channels
Creating and managing lists of favorite channels.
Rename channels
How to rename channels in the channel list.
Text / Teletext
Opening and using Teletext pages.
7 Channel installation - Antenna, Cable
7.1 Update channels
Automatic and manual updates for channel lists.
New channels
How new channels are added and found.
7.2 Reinstall channels
Reinstalling all channels or performing a full TV reinstallation.
7.3 DVB-T or DVB-C
Settings for DVB-T (terrestrial) and DVB-C (cable) reception.
DVB Settings
Accessing and configuring DVB settings.
Symbol rate mode
Setting symbol rate for cable provider channel installation.
Network frequency
Entering network frequency for cable installations.
Frequency scan
Choosing between Quick and Full scan methods for channels.
Digital channels
Options for skipping digital channel scanning.
Analogue channels
Options for skipping analogue channel scanning.
Free / Scrambled
Filtering channels by free-to-air or scrambled status.
Reception Quality
Checking and improving digital channel reception.
7.4 Manual Installation
Manually installing analogue TV channels one by one.
Fine tune
Fine-tuning analogue channels and storing them.
Store
Storing found channels by current or new number.
8 Channel installation - Satellite (For PHK.PFK models)
8.1 Watching satellite channels
How to watch satellite channels and change channels.
8.2 Satellite channel list
Viewing, filtering, and managing satellite channel lists.
Select a list filter
Filtering satellite channel lists (All, Favourites, Radio, New).
Channel list options
Options for satellite channels like filtering and locking.
8.3 Favourite satellite channels
Creating and managing favorite satellite channel lists.
8.4 Lock satellite channels
Locking satellite channels and setting parental age ratings.
Use an age rating
Setting age ratings to lock programs for children.
Child lock code
Setting or changing the Child lock code.
8.5 Satellite installation
About installing satellites and connecting the dish.
Up to 4 satellites
Installing multiple satellites for broader channel access.
Unicable
Using a Unicable system for satellite dish connection.
Start the installation
Initiating the satellite installation process.
Settings
Changing satellite installation settings.
Remove a satellite
Removing installed satellites and their channels.
Manual Installation
Expert procedure for adding channels from a specific transponder.
Channel Packages
Selecting subscription packages or free channels.
Unicable setup
Configuring Unicable system settings like user band.
Automatic channel update
Setting up automatic updates for satellite channels.
Start an update
Manually initiating a satellite channel update.
Manual channel update
Updating channels for a specific satellite.
Add a satellite
Adding an additional satellite to the installation.
8.6 Problems with satellites
Troubleshooting common satellite installation issues.
9 TV guide
9.1 What you need
Understanding TV guide information and its sources.
9.2 Using the TV guide
Opening, navigating, and using the TV guide features.
Tune to a programme
Switching to a currently playing program from the guide.
View programme details
Accessing detailed information about a selected program.
Change day
Navigating through different days in the TV guide schedule.
Set a reminder
Setting reminders for upcoming programs.
Search by genre
Finding programs based on their genre.
List of reminders
Viewing and managing set program reminders.
10 Recording and pause TV
10.1 Recording
What is needed and how to record TV programs.
Record now
Starting an immediate recording of the current program.
Schedule a recording
Planning future recordings using the TV Guide.
List of recordings
Viewing and managing recorded programs and scheduled recordings.
Recording Conflicts
Resolving issues when scheduled recordings overlap.
Manual Recording
Scheduling recordings without relying on TV Guide data.
Watch a Recording
How to play back recorded content.
10.2 Pause TV
What is needed and how to pause live TV broadcasts.
Pause a programme
Steps to pause and resume a TV program.
Replay
Replaying recent parts of a live broadcast.
11 Sources
11.1 Switch to a device
Selecting and switching between connected input devices.
11.2 From standby
Switching on connected devices from TV standby.
11.3 EasyLink
Explanation of EasyLink functionality for device control.
12 Timers and clock
12.1 Sleep timer
Setting the TV to automatically turn off after a set time.
12.2 Clock
Displaying and correcting the TV's clock time.
12.3 Switch off timer
Understanding and disabling the auto switch-off feature.
13 Videos, Photos and Music
13.1 From a USB connection
Viewing media files from USB drives.
13.2 Play your videos
Playing video files from connected USB devices.
13.3 View your photos
Viewing photo files from connected USB devices.
Slideshow with music
Creating slideshows with music playback.
Photo options
Customizing photo slideshows (transitions, frequency).
13.4 Play your music
Playing audio files from connected USB devices.
14 Settings
14.1 Picture
Adjusting picture styles and settings for optimal viewing.
Picture style
Selecting preset picture styles or customizing them.
Customise a style
Adjusting picture settings and saving them to a style.
Restore a style
Resetting picture styles to their original factory settings.
Picture settings
Detailed adjustments for Colour, Contrast, and Sharpness.
Sharpness
Adjusting the sharpness level for fine picture detail.
Advanced picture settings
Accessing advanced settings like Colour Temperature and Dynamic Contrast.
Game or computer
Optimizing TV settings for game consoles or computer use.
Colour settings
Adjusting colour intensity and detail.
Colour temperature
Selecting preset or custom colour temperature.
Custom colour temperature
Manually setting colour temperature for expert users.
Contrast Settings
Adjusting contrast modes for power saving or best picture.
Dynamic contrast
Enhancing picture details in dark, mid, and light areas.
Brightness
Adjusting the overall brightness of the picture signal.
Super resolution
Enhancing sharpness of line edges and contours.
Video contrast
Adjusting the range of video contrast.
Noise reduction
Filtering and reducing image noise.
MPEG artefact reduction
Smoothing digital transitions and reducing jagged edges.
Format and edges
Adjusting picture format and screen edges.
Screen edges
Enlarging the picture to hide distorted edges.
Picture shift
Slightly moving the picture's position on screen.
14.2 Sound
Adjusting sound styles and settings.
Sound style
Selecting preset sound styles for different content.
Bass
Adjusting the level of low tones in the sound output.
Treble
Adjusting the level of high tones in the sound output.
Surround mode
Setting the sound effect for TV speakers.
Headphones volume
Adjusting the volume for connected headphones separately.
Advanced sound settings
Accessing advanced sound settings.
Auto volume levelling
Automatically adjusting volume differences between channels/adverts.
HDMI1-ARC
Switching the ARC signal off for HDMI connections.
TV speakers
Managing TV speaker output and interaction with audio devices.
Audio out format
Setting audio output signal for Home Theatre Systems.
Audio out levelling
Leveling sound volume between TV and HTS.
Audio out delay
Synchronizing audio and video for HTS.
Automatic audio to video sync
Automatic sync for recent Philips HTS.
Audio sync delay
Adjusting audio delay for HTS synchronization.
Audio out offset
Adjusting TV delay to sync sound with HTS.
Menu language
Changing the language of TV menus and messages.
Clock
Setting and correcting the TV's clock time.
Time zone
Setting the TV's time zone.
Sleep timer
Setting the TV to automatically turn off after a set time.
Switch off timer
Understanding and disabling the auto switch-off feature.
TV placement
Adjusting settings based on TV placement (stand or wall).
Factory settings
Resetting the TV to its original factory default settings.
Reinstall TV
Performing a full TV reinstallation.
Location
Setting the TV location for Home use.
15 Specifications
15.1 Environmental
Information on saving energy and eco-friendly features.
Saving energy
Features and settings for reducing energy consumption.
Screen off
Turning off the screen to save energy while listening to audio.
Auto switch off
Automatic TV power-off for energy saving.
Inactive devices off
Automatically switching off inactive connected devices.
Power management
Understanding the TV's power management features.
European energy label
Explanation of the energy efficiency label on the product.
Product Fiche
Technical specifications and energy data for specific models.
15.2 Reception for PxK models
Technical details for TV signal reception.
15.3 Display
Information about screen size and resolution.
Type
Details on screen diagonal size and resolution for models.
Display resolutions
Supported resolutions for HDMI and VGA computer formats.
Video formats
Supported video resolutions and refresh rates.
15.4 Power
Electrical specifications and operating conditions.
15.5 Dimensions and weights
Physical dimensions and weight of the TV with/without stand.
15.6 Connectivity
Details of all TV input and output ports.
15.7 Sound
Audio specifications including power and enhancements.
15.8 Multimedia
Supported file formats and connections for media playback.
16 Software
16.1 Software update
How to update the TV's software via USB.
16.2 Software version
Checking the current TV software version.
16.3 Open source software
Information about open source software included in the TV.
16.4 Open source license
Details on open source licenses and obtaining source code.
17 Troubleshooting and support
17.1 Troubleshooting
Solutions for common TV problems.
Channels
Troubleshooting issues related to channel reception and lists.
General
Solutions for general TV operation issues like not switching on.
Picture
Troubleshooting picture-related problems.
Sound
Troubleshooting audio issues like no sound or poor quality.
Connections
Troubleshooting issues related to device connections, especially HDMI.
17.2 Register
Information on registering the TV for benefits and support.
17.3 Help
Accessing the TV's on-screen help system.
17.4 Online help
Accessing Philips' online support resources.
17.5 Consumer Care / Repair
Contacting consumer care for support or repair.
18 Safety and care
18.1 Safety
General safety instructions and important warnings.
Secure the TV from falling over
Instructions for safely securing the TV to prevent falling.
Risk of electric shock or fire
Precautions to prevent electric shock and fire hazards.
Risk of injury or damage to the TV
Safety guidelines for lifting, mounting, and handling the TV.
Risk of damage to the TV!
Warnings about connecting the TV to the correct power voltage.
Risk of injury
Precautions to prevent tipping and injury from furniture.
Risk of swallowing batteries!
Warning about small batteries in the remote control.
Risk of overheating
Ensuring proper ventilation to prevent overheating.
Lightning storms
Safety measures during lightning storms.
Risk of hearing damage
Avoiding potential hearing damage from headphone use.
Low temperatures
Precautions for handling the TV in cold temperatures.
Humidity
Information on condensation and its effects.
18.2 Screen care
Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the TV screen.
19 Terms of use, copyrights and licenses
19.1 Terms of use
Legal terms, disclaimers, and warranty information.
CE compliance
Declaration of conformity with EU directives.
Compliance with EMF
Philips' commitment to EMF standards and safety.
19.2 Copyrights and licenses
Information on HDMI copyright and licensing.
Dolby
Licensing information for Dolby audio technologies.
MHEG software
Copyright and usage terms for MHEG software.
Kensington
Trademark information for Kensington security products.
Other trademarks
General notice about other trademarks.

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