Related Manuals for Philips 55PFT6200/98
Summarization of Contents
TV Tour
Philips Android TV
Overview of the Philips Android TV features and capabilities.
Using Apps
Guide to using pre-installed and downloaded applications on the TV.
Pause TV and Recordings
How to pause and record TV broadcasts using a USB drive.
Smartphones and Tablets
Smartphones and Tablets
Using the TV with smartphones and tablets, including the remote app.
Bluetooth Connection
Connecting wireless speakers or headphones via Bluetooth.
Setting Up
Read Safety
Importance of reading safety instructions before operating the TV.
TV Stand and Wall Mounting
Instructions for installing the TV stand and wall mounting bracket.
Tips on Placement
Recommendations for optimal TV placement regarding light and viewing distance.
Power Cable
How to connect and disconnect the power cable safely.
Antenna Cable
Antenna Cable
Instructions for connecting the antenna cable for TV signal reception.
Connect your Android TV
Network and Internet
Steps to connect the TV to a home network wirelessly or via wired connection.
Network and Internet
Network and Internet
Detailed steps for wired connection and network settings configuration.
Network and Internet
Network and Internet
Wi-Fi connection on/off, Digital Media Renderer, Miracast, Smart Screen, network name, and internet memory.
Connect your Android TV
Google Account
Signing into Google for full TV capabilities and app access.
Philips App Gallery
Installing apps from the Philips App Gallery and agreeing to terms of use.
Philips App Gallery
Philips App Gallery
Setting privacy settings for Philips App Gallery apps.
Connect Devices
About Connections
Guide to connecting various devices using HDMI, MHL, CEC, and component cables.
About Connections
About Connections
Details on EasyLink HDMI CEC, operating devices, DVI to HDMI connection.
About Connections
About Connections
Component (YPbPr) and optical audio connections for devices.
Receiver - Set-Top Box
Connecting a set-top box (digital receiver) to the TV.
Home Theatre System - HTS
Connect with HDMI ARC
Connecting HTS via HDMI ARC for audio and video signals.
Connect with HDMI
Connecting HTS via HDMI, using optical cable if no ARC.
Home Theatre System - HTS
Home Theatre System - HTS
Adjusting audio-video sync, audio out settings, and format.
Problems with HTS sound
Troubleshooting common sound issues with HTS.
Connect Devices
Smartphones and Tablets
Connecting smartphones and tablets wirelessly or wired via MHL.
Blu-ray Disc Player
Connecting a Blu-ray disc player using HDMI and EasyLink.
Connect Devices
DVD Player
Connecting a DVD player via HDMI and EasyLink.
Bluetooth - Speakers and Gamepads
Connecting Bluetooth devices like speakers and gamepads.
Bluetooth - Speakers and Gamepads
Bluetooth - Speakers and Gamepads
Pairing, selecting, and removing Bluetooth devices.
Headphones
Connecting and adjusting volume for headphones.
Game Console
Connecting game consoles via HDMI or component cables.
Game Console
Game Console
Setting the TV for ideal game or computer display.
Gamepad
Connecting and using wireless gamepads with the TV.
Connect Devices
USB Hard Drive
Connecting and formatting a USB Hard Drive for pause/record features.
USB Keyboard
Connecting and configuring a USB keyboard for text input.
Connect Devices
USB Flash Drive
Viewing photos, music, and videos from a USB flash drive.
Photo Camera
Connecting a digital camera to view photos on the TV.
Camcorder
Connecting a camcorder via HDMI.
Switching On and Off
On or standby
How to switch the TV on and off, and understanding standby mode.
Keys on TV
Using the TV's physical buttons for basic operations when the remote is unavailable.
Sleep Timer
Setting the TV to automatically switch to standby after a set time.
Switch Off Timer
Deactivating the automatic TV switch-off feature.
Remote Control
Key overview
Explains the functions of the top, middle, and bottom sections of the remote control.
Voice search
Using voice search via a smartphone app to control the TV.
Voice search
Voice search
Voice search settings and language configuration.
IR Sensor
Location and function of the IR sensor for remote control reception.
Batteries
Replacing batteries in the remote control.
Cleaning
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the remote control.
Channels
Install Channels
Steps for installing TV channels via antenna or cable.
Channel Lists
About channel lists, filtering, and searching for channels.
Channel Lists
Channel Lists
Locking/unlocking channels and setting parental ratings.
Watching channels
Tuning to channels, switching channels, and viewing program information.
Watching channels
Watching channels
Channel options like subtitles, audio language, and text/teletext.
Watching channels
Watching channels
Channel info, mono/stereo sound, video selection, and reordering channels.
Favourite Channels
Creating and managing favourite channel lists.
Favourite Channels
Favourite Channels
Adding, renaming, removing, and reordering favourite channels.
Text / Teletext
Opening, selecting pages, and using favourite pages in Teletext.
Text / Teletext
Text / Teletext
Text options, text language setup, and Text 2.5 features.
TV Guide
What You Need
Requirements for using the TV Guide, including data sources.
TV Guide Data
How TV Guide information is obtained and settings for internet data.
Using the TV Guide
Opening the TV Guide, tuning to programs, viewing details, and setting reminders.
Using the TV Guide
Using the TV Guide
Searching programs by genre, viewing reminders, and setting recordings.
Set a Recording
How to set and cancel program recordings via the TV Guide.
Recording and Pause TV
Recording
What's needed for recording, and how to record programs now or schedule them.
Top Picks
About Top Picks
Introduction to Top Picks, recommendations, and terms of use.
Now on TV
Viewing and using the "Now on TV" feature for popular programs.
Now on TV
TV on Demand
Using TV on Demand for missed or favorite programs.
Video on Demand
Renting movies from an online video store and payment methods.
Home Menu
About the Home Menu
Overview of the Home menu structure and its various sections.
Open the Home Menu
How to open and navigate items within the Home menu.
Search and Voice Search
Using search and voice commands via the Home menu.
Search and Voice Search
Restricted Profile
Setting up and using a restricted profile for app access control.
TV Menu
About TV Menu
Using the TV menu as an alternative to the Home menu.
Open TV Menu
How to open and navigate items within the TV menu.
Sources
Switch to a device
Switching between connected devices and sources on the TV.
Options for a TV Input
Setting specific options for TV inputs like controls and device info.
Options for a TV Input
Device Name and Type
Assigning names and types to connected devices for better organization.
Game or Computer
Setting ideal display modes for game consoles or computers.
Game or Computer
Rescan Connections
Updating the Sources menu by rescanning TV connections.
Apps
About Apps
Overview of installed apps from App Gallery and Google Play Store.
Google Play
Using Google Play Movies & TV, Music, and Games.
Google Play
Google Play
Installing apps from Google Play Store and content filtering.
App Gallery
Installing apps from the Philips App Gallery.
App Gallery
Start or Stop an App
Starting, stopping, or exiting applications on the TV.
Lock Apps
Locking 18+ rated apps or setting up a restricted profile.
Lock Apps
Lock Apps
Setting up and entering restricted profiles with PIN codes.
Manage Apps
Stopping apps, clearing cache, and uninstalling applications.
Storage
Checking TV memory usage and available space.
Games
What You Need
Requirements for playing games, including internet and gamepad.
Gamepads
Connecting and using wireless gamepads with the TV.
Play a Game
Play a Game
Starting games from the Home menu or a connected game console.
Internet
Start Internet
Starting the TV's internet browser to view websites.
Options on Internet
Using internet browser options like enter address, favorites, and zoom.
Videos, Photos and Music
From a USB Connection
Viewing media files from a connected USB drive.
From a Computer or NAS
Playing media files from a home network computer or NAS.
From a Computer or NAS
From a Cloud Storage Service
Accessing media files from cloud storage services.
Play your Videos
Opening and playing video files, including playback controls.
Play your Videos
View your Photos
Viewing photos and starting slide shows from various sources.
Play your Music
Playing music files from different devices with playback options.
Smartphones and Tablets
Philips TV Remote App
Using the Philips TV Remote App for smartphone control and media streaming.
Google Cast
Casting apps from mobile devices to the TV using Google Cast.
Google Cast
Miracast
Sharing smartphone, tablet, or computer screens wirelessly via Miracast.
Multi View
About Multi View
Introduction to Multi View capabilities and limitations.
Text and TV
Watching TV channels in a small screen while viewing Text.
Nettv and TV
Watching TV channels alongside Nettv apps in Multi View.
Nettv and TV
HDMI and TV
Watching TV channels while viewing content from an HDMI device in Multi View.
Picture
Picture
Advanced picture settings like game/computer mode, colour enhancement, and temperature.
Speakers
Wireless Speakers
Connecting and managing wireless speakers, including subwoofers and soundbars.
Eco Settings
Energy saving features like picture style, screen off, and switch off timer.
Eco Settings
General Settings
EasyLink settings, Android settings, and USB hard drive setup.
General Settings
General Settings
USB keyboard settings, shop/home location, and factory settings.
General Settings
General Settings
Child lock settings (parental rating, app lock, PIN code) and TV reinstall.
General Settings
Clock, Region and Language
Menu language, audio language, and subtitle language settings.
Clock, Region and Language
Clock, Region and Language
Text language, clock settings, time zone, and remote control keyboard setup.
Universal Access
Switching on universal access for hearing, vision, or speech impaired users.
Universal Access
Universal Access
Audio description, speakers/headphones, and mixed volume settings.
Universal Access
Universal Access
Audio effects and speech subtitles for enhanced commentary.
Channel Installation
Antenna/Cable Installation
Updating, manually updating, and reinstalling channels.
Antenna/Cable Installation
Antenna/Cable Installation
Reinstalling channels and performing a full TV reinstall.
Channel List Copy
Copying channel lists between TVs using a USB drive.
Channel List Copy
Channel List Copy
Uploading channel lists to a TV and checking current list version.
Channel List Copy
Channel List Copy
Uploading channel lists to installed or uninstalled TVs.
Software
Update Software
Updating TV software from the internet or a USB drive.
Update Software
Update Software
Identifying the TV for software updates and downloading the software.
Software Version
Viewing the current TV software version, release notes, and date.
Open Source Software
Information about the open source software used in the television.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Details on Android, Toolbox, Linux kernel, libcurl, libfreetype, and HKSCS licenses.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Details on various software licenses including libjpeg, libpng, OpenSSL, and others.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Apache License definitions, terms, and conditions for use, reproduction, and distribution.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Grant of copyright and patent licenses, and conditions for redistribution.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Further conditions for redistribution, submission of contributions, and trademarks.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability for covered code.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
libpng notices, disclaimers, and license conditions.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
FreeType project details, license terms, and acknowledgments.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
FreeType license terms, usage permissions, and disclaimers.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
FreeType license terms, usage permissions, and disclaimers.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Detailed terms and conditions for copying, distribution, and modification of software.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Further explanation of license conditions for derivative works and executables.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability for covered code.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Apache License definitions, terms, and conditions for use, reproduction, and distribution.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Grant of copyright and patent licenses, and conditions for redistribution.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Further conditions for redistribution, submission of contributions, and trademarks.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability for covered code.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
libpng notices, disclaimers, and license conditions.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
FreeType project details, license terms, and acknowledgments.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
FreeType license terms, usage permissions, and disclaimers.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
FreeType license terms, usage permissions, and disclaimers.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
OpenSSL license terms and conditions.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
OpenSSL and SSLeay license terms, including software attribution.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Mozilla Public License terms and conditions for software usage.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Definitions and grants within the Mozilla Public License.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Contributor grants and patent license terms under the Mozilla Public License.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Application of license, availability of source code, and description of modifications.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Intellectual property matters, required notices, and distribution of executable versions.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Larger works, compliance with license terms, and new versions of the license.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Termination of license rights and patent infringement claims.
Open Source Software
Open Source License
Disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability for covered code.
Software
Announcements
Receiving announcements on new TV software and related issues.
Announcements
Announcements
How to read software announcements on the TV.
Specifications
Environmental
Product disposal, battery recycling, and environmental health information.
Power
Power specifications, mains voltage, ambient temperature, and standby power.
Power
Operating System
Details of the TV's operating system, Android Lollipop 5.1.
Reception
Aerial input, tuner bands, video and audio playback formats.
Display Type
Diagonal screen sizes and display resolution (1920 x 1080p).
Display Type
Display Input Resolution
Supported video and computer resolutions with refresh rates.
Dimensions and Weights
Physical dimensions and weights of the TV with and without stand.
Dimensions and Weights
Connectivity
Details of TV ports and connections like HDMI, USB, and antenna.
Multimedia
Supported USB file systems and media playback formats.
Help and Support
Register your TV
Benefits of registering the TV and accessing support online.
Using Help
How to open and use the on-screen help system.
Using Help
Using Help
Downloading TV help in PDF format or printing pages.
Troubleshooting
Common troubleshooting steps for TV not switching on or remote control issues.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting channels not found or picture/sound issues.
Online Help
Consulting online support for troubleshooting and contact information.
Support and Repair
Contacting customer care for support, repair, and finding TV model/serial numbers.
Safety and Care
Safety
Important safety instructions for TV usage to prevent injury or damage.
Safety
Safety
Risks of overheating, lightning storms, hearing damage, and temperature effects.
Screen Care
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the TV screen to prevent damage.
Terms of Use
Terms of Use - TV
General terms of use for the TV product, including warranty and pixel characteristics.
Terms of Use - TV
Terms of Use - Smart TV
Viewing Smart TV terms of use, privacy policy, and settings.
Terms of Use - Philips App Gallery
Terms of use specifically for the Philips App Gallery.
Copyrights
MHL
Trademarks related to MHL technology.
HDMI
Trademarks related to HDMI technology.
Dolby Digital Plus
Trademarks related to Dolby Digital Plus.
DTS Premium Sound ™
DTS Premium Sound trademarks and patent information.
Microsoft
Trademarks for Windows Media and Microsoft PlayReady.
Microsoft
Wi-Fi Alliance
Registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Kensington
Trademarks for Kensington security products.
Other Trademarks
General statement about other registered and unregistered trademarks.
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