Related Manuals for Philips 32PHT4201
Summarization of Contents
1 TV Tour
1.1 Pause TV and recordings
Learn how to pause and record broadcasts using a USB Hard Drive.
1.2 EasyLink
Operate connected devices with the TV remote using HDMI CEC.
2 Setting up
2.1 Read safety
Emphasizes reading safety instructions before using the TV.
2.2 TV stand and wall mounting
Instructions for mounting the TV stand and wall mounting, including VESA specifications.
2.4 Power cable
Instructions for connecting the power cable and safety precautions.
2.5 Antenna cable
2.6 Satellite dish
Instructions for connecting a satellite dish using an F-type connector.
3 Connect devices
3.1 About connections
General advice on connecting devices for optimal quality and using the Philips TV connectivity guide.
HDMI CEC – EasyLink
Information on operating connected devices with the TV remote using HDMI CEC.
EasyLink Remote Control
Audio Out - Optical
Using the optical audio output for high-quality sound connections.
3.5 Home Theatre System - HTS
Connect with HDMI ARC
Connect an HTS to the TV using HDMI ARC for audio transmission.
Audio to video synchronisation (sync)
How to adjust audio delay for synchronized sound and video playback.
3.8 Game console
Best Setting
Optimizing TV settings for an ideal gaming experience.
3.9 USB Hard Drive
Installation
Steps to connect and format a USB Hard Drive for TV use.
Formatting
Procedure for formatting a USB Hard Drive, including warnings.
3.12 Computer
Connect
Connecting a computer to the TV for use as a PC monitor.
Best Setting
Setting the TV to ideal monitor settings for computer use.
4 Switch on
4.1 On, Standby or Off
Instructions for switching the TV on, to standby, or turning it off.
4.3 Sleep timer
Setting the TV to automatically switch to standby after a preset time.
5 Remote control
5.1 Key overview (For 4000, 4100, 4200, 4101, 4111, 4201, 5210 series)
Detailed explanation of the remote control buttons and their functions.
6 TV channels
6.1 Channel Lists
Understanding channel lists, icons, and radio station display.
6.2 Watching TV channels
Instructions on how to tune to channels, switch channels, and use the channel list.
Lock a channel
How to lock channels to prevent children from watching them.
Parental rating
Subtitles and subtitle language
How to switch subtitles on, off, or set preferred subtitle languages.
Audio language
Favourite channels
Creating and managing a list of favorite channels for quick access.
6.3 Channel list copy
Copy channel list
Steps to copy the current channel list to a USB device.
Upload channel list
Instructions for uploading a channel list to a TV, both new and installed.
7 Channel installation - Antenna, Cable
7.1 Update channels
Setting up automatic channel updates and performing manual updates.
7.2 Reinstall channels
Reinstalling all channels or performing a full TV reinstallation.
8 TV guide
8.2 Using the TV guide
Opening the TV guide, tuning to programs, and viewing program details.
Set a reminder
Setting reminders for upcoming programs in the TV Guide.
9 Recording and pause TV
9.1 Recording
What you need, recording now, scheduling, and managing recordings.
Recording Conflicts
Resolving overlapping scheduled recordings by adjusting start/end times.
9.2 Pause TV
Pause a programme
Instructions for pausing and resuming live TV broadcasts.
10 Sources
10.1 Switch to a device
Selecting and switching to different connected input devices.
10.3 EasyLink
Using EasyLink to operate connected devices with the TV remote.
11 Timers and clock
11.1 Sleep timer
Setting the TV to automatically switch to standby after a specified time.
11.3 Switch off timer
Understanding and deactivating the automatic TV power-off feature.
12 Videos, Photos and Music
12.1 From a USB connection
Viewing photos, playing music, and watching videos from USB devices.
Play your videos
How to play video files from a USB device, including playback controls.
12.4 Play your music
Play music
Playing music files from a USB device, including playback controls.
13 Settings
13.1 Picture
Adjusting picture styles, colour, contrast, sharpness, and other visual settings.
Picture style
Selecting preset picture styles or customizing them.
Colour settings
Contrast Settings
Using contrast modes for power saving or best picture intensity.
Sharpness settings
Format and edges
Adjusting picture format and screen edges for optimal display.
13.2 Sound
Sound style
Selecting preset sound styles or customizing them.
Surround mode
Setting the sound effect for the TV speakers, like Stereo or Surround.
Headphones volume
Auto volume levelling
Automatically leveling out sudden volume differences.
13.3 General settings
Menu language
Changing the language of the TV menus and messages.
Clock
Setting and correcting the TV's clock time and date.
Factory settings
Reinstall TV
Performing a full TV reinstallation.
14 Specifications
14.1 Environmental
Information on saving energy, screen off, auto switch off, and inactive devices.
Auto switch off
Understanding and deactivating the automatic TV power-off feature.
14.2 Reception for PxH / PxT models
14.4 Power
Specifications for mains power, ambient temperature, and standby power.
14.6 Connectivity
14.8 Multimedia
Information on supported USB connections and file formats.
15 Software
15.1 Software update
Instructions for updating the TV software using a USB memory device.
16 Troubleshooting and support
16.1 Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions for channels, general TV operation, picture, and sound.
Channels
Troubleshooting: no digital channels found or channels missing from list.
General
Troubleshooting: TV not switching on, creaking sound, or remote control issues.
Picture
Troubleshooting: no picture, distorted picture, sound but no picture, or poor reception.
Sound
Connections
Troubleshooting HDMI connections, including HDCP and DVI adapters.
EasyLink does not work
Troubleshooting EasyLink compatibility and functionality issues.
17 Safety and care
17.1 Safety
Important safety instructions for using the TV, including installation and electrical safety.
Secure the TV from falling over
Safety measures to prevent the TV from falling, including using wall brackets.
Risk of electric shock or fire
Precautions to prevent electric shock or fire hazards.
Risk of injury
Precautions to prevent injury from toppling TV or climbing children.
Lightning storms
17.2 Screen care
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the TV screen.
18 Terms of use, copyrights and licenses
18.1 Terms of use
General terms, conditions, and warranty information for the product.
18.2 Copyrights and licenses
Information on HDMI trademarks and copyrights.
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