Related Manuals for Philips 65PUS8857/12
Summarization of Contents
Home Screen
Home Screen and Channels
Explains the TV's Home screen layout and available channels for content discovery.
Home Screen Update
Details new features and navigation enhancements in updated Home screens.
Apps and Smart TV Collection
Information on pre-installed and downloadable applications and services.
Open the Home Screen
Instructions on how to open the Home screen and select items to watch.
Setting Up
Read Safety
Emphasizes reading all safety instructions before using the TV.
TV Stand and Wall Mounting
Provides instructions for mounting the TV stand and wall bracket.
Tips on Placement
Guidance on optimal TV placement for viewing and Ambilight effect.
Power Cable
Instructions on correctly connecting the TV's power cable.
Antenna Cable
How to connect the antenna cable to the TV's antenna socket.
Satellite Dish
Instructions for attaching the satellite F-type connector to the TV.
Remote Control
Key Overview
Identifies and explains the functions of the remote control's keys.
Pair Your Remote Control to TV
Steps for pairing the remote control with the TV for advanced features.
Voice Search
How to use voice search to find content on the TV.
Batteries
Instructions for replacing the remote control batteries.
Switching On and Off
On or Standby
How to turn the TV on, switch to standby, or turn it off completely.
Keys on TV
Using the TV's physical joystick for basic operations when remote is unavailable.
Channels
Install Channels
Step-by-step instructions for installing TV channels.
Channel Lists
Details about channel lists and how to navigate and select them.
Channel List sorting
How to filter and sort channel lists for easier browsing.
Watching channels
How to tune to channels and switch between them.
Parental Rating
How to set parental ratings to restrict content based on age.
Channel Options
Open Options
How to access and use channel-specific options.
Subtitles
How to switch subtitles on, off, or set to automatic.
Subtitle Language
How to set preferred primary and secondary subtitle languages.
Audio Language
How to set preferred primary and secondary audio languages.
Favourite Channels
Create a Favourites List
Step-by-step guide to create a new favorite channels list.
Edit Favourites
How to add a consecutive range of channels to a favorite list.
Remove a Favourites List
How to delete an existing favorite channels list.
Text / Teletext
Text Pages
How to open and select specific text pages.
Text Options
Available options for Text/Teletext functionality.
Interactive TV
About iTV
Explanation of interactive TV (iTV) and HbbTV.
What You Need
Prerequisites for using interactive TV services.
Use iTV
How to open and navigate iTV pages on the TV.
Channel Installation
Satellite Installation
Detailed guide to installing satellite channels.
Start the Installation
Steps to begin the satellite installation process.
Satellite Installation Settings
How to configure satellite installation settings.
Unicable Setup
Setting up Unicable systems for satellite reception.
Manual Channel Update
How to manually update installed channels.
Antenna Installation
Instructions for installing antenna channels.
Update Channels
Methods to update installed channels.
Reinstall Channels
How to reinstall all channels and reset settings.
Reinstall TV
Performing a full TV reinstallation to factory defaults.
DVB Settings
Settings related to DVB-T and DVB-C reception.
Channel List Copy
Upload a Channel List to TV
How to upload a channel list from a USB drive to the TV.
Connect Devices
About Connections
General guide on connecting devices for optimal quality.
HDMI ports
Information on HDMI ports and their capabilities.
HDMI Quality
Best practices for achieving the best picture and sound quality via HDMI.
HDMI ARC and eARC
Details on connecting devices using HDMI ARC and eARC.
HDMI CEC – EasyLink
How to use EasyLink for controlling HDMI CEC-compatible devices.
CI+
Information about using CI+ modules for premium HD programmes.
Smart Card
How to insert a smart card into the CAM module.
Home Theatre System - HTS
Connect with HDMI ARC/eARC
Connecting a Home Theatre System using HDMI ARC or eARC.
Problems with HTS sound
Troubleshooting common sound issues with Home Theatre Systems.
Smartphones and Tablets
Blu-ray Disc Player
How to connect a Blu-ray Disc player to the TV.
Bluetooth
Pairing and managing Bluetooth devices with the TV.
Pairing a Device
Steps to pair a wireless device via Bluetooth.
Headphones
Connecting headphones and adjusting their volume.
USB Hard Drive
What You Need
Requirements for using a USB hard drive for pausing/recording.
Installation
Steps to connect and format a USB hard drive.
Formatting
The process of formatting a USB hard drive for TV use.
USB Keyboard
USB Flash Drive
Viewing photos, music, and videos from a USB flash drive.
Photo Camera
Connecting a digital photo camera to view photos.
Connect your Android TV
Network and Internet
Connecting the TV to a network and the internet.
Home Network
Setting up a home network connection for the TV.
Wireless Connection
Steps to establish a wireless network connection.
Wired Connection
How to establish a wired network connection.
Network Settings
View Network Settings
Viewing current network configuration details.
Network Configuration - Static IP
Setting up a static IP address for the network connection.
Switch On with Wi-Fi (WoWLAN)
Enabling TV wake-up via Wi-Fi from a smartphone.
Google Account
Sign In
Signing in with a Google Account for full TV capabilities.
Smart TV Collection App
Featured Apps page
Accessing premium apps available in the Smart TV Collection.
Terms of Use
Agreeing to terms of use for Smart TV Collection apps.
Privacy Settings
Configuring privacy settings for Smart TV Collection apps.
Apps
About Apps
Overview of apps and where to find them on the TV.
Google Play
Accessing Google Play services for movies, TV shows, and games.
Movies and TV
How to rent or buy movies and TV shows via Google Play.
Games
How to play games via Google Play Games.
Start or Stop an App
Google Play Store
Downloading and installing new apps from Google Play Store.
Parental controls
Setting parental controls within the Google Play Store.
Lock Apps
Locking apps based on age rating or profiles.
Manage Apps
Restricted profile
Setting up a restricted profile for the Home menu.
Lock for CAM
Setting a PIN for CAM recording.
Storage
USB Hard Drive
Using a USB hard drive to extend TV memory for apps.
Internet
Start Internet
How to start and use the TV's internet browser.
Options on Internet
Exploring extra options within the internet browser.
Sources
Switch to a device
How to switch between connected input sources.
Options for a TV Input
Adjusting specific settings for TV input devices.
Device Name and Type
Assigning icons and types to connected devices.
Rescan Connections
Rescanning TV connections to update sources.
Networks
Network
Information on connecting the TV to a network.
Bluetooth
Pairing and managing Bluetooth devices with the TV.
Pairing a Device
Steps to pair a wireless device via Bluetooth.
Settings
Picture
Adjusting picture settings for optimal viewing experience.
Picture Settings
Overview of available picture settings.
Select a style
Choosing a preset picture style for easy adjustment.
Colour, Contrast, Sharpness, Brightness
Adjusting basic picture parameters like color and contrast.
Advanced Picture
Advanced picture settings for fine-tuning.
Picture Clean
Options for noise reduction and picture cleaning.
Sound
Sound Style
Selecting a preset sound style for audio adjustment.
Customise Personal mode
Customizing personal sound mode settings.
Personal Mode Settings
Advanced settings for personal sound mode.
Speaker virtualizer
Enabling Dolby Atmos for height dimension in sound.
Clear dialogue
Improving sound quality for speech programs.
Al Equalizer
Enabling intelligent equalizer adjustment based on audio.
EasyLink 2.0
Controlling HDMI sound system settings via EasyLink 2.0.
Surround Sound
Selecting a surround sound effect from preset types.
Ambilight Settings
Turn Ambilight On or Off
Instructions on how to switch the Ambilight feature on or off.
Ambilight Style
Setting Ambilight to follow video or audio dynamics.
Lounge light
Selecting preset color styles for lounge light mode.
Custom Colour
Setting a custom static color for Ambilight.
Eco Settings
Set screen off to save energy consumption
Turning off the TV screen to save energy.
Set TV switch off timer
Setting an automatic TV switch-off timer.
General Settings
USB Hard Drive
Setting up and formatting a USB hard drive for recording.
USB Keyboard Settings
Setting the keyboard layout for an installed USB keyboard.
Home or Shop
Selecting the TV location (Home or Shop mode).
HDMI Ultra HD
Set the signal quality for each HDMI connectors
Adjusting HDMI signal quality for Ultra HD content.
Auto Movie Mode
Automatically setting picture style to Movie for detected movie content.
Clock, Region, and Language Settings
Language
Changing the TV menu and message language.
Set audio preference language
Setting preferred primary and secondary audio languages.
Clock
Setting the TV clock and time automatically or manually.
Lock Settings
Set Code and Change Code
Setting or changing the child lock code.
Lock for Programme
Setting age ratings to lock programmes.
Lock for App
Locking apps based on age rating or profiles.
Videos, Photos and Music
From a Computer or NAS
Viewing media from a computer or NAS on the home network.
Favourites Menu
Managing favorite media files and folders.
From a USB Connection
Viewing media from a USB flash drive or hard drive.
Play your Videos
Playing video files from a connected device.
View your Photos
Viewing photos from a connected device.
Play your Music
Play Music
Playing music files from a connected device.
TV Guide
What You Need
Requirements for using the TV Guide feature.
TV Guide Data
Information about the availability of TV Guide data.
Using the TV Guide
How to use the TV Guide to find and tune to programmes.
Set a Reminder
Setting reminders for upcoming programmes.
Recording and Pause TV
Recording
Recording digital TV broadcasts and managing recordings.
What You Need
Requirements for recording TV programmes.
Record Now
Recording the currently watched programme.
Schedule a Recording
Scheduling recordings for upcoming programmes.
List of Recordings
Viewing and managing recorded programmes.
Pause TV
Pausing and resuming live TV broadcasts.
Smartphones and Tablets
Philips TV Remote App
Using the Philips TV Remote App for smartphone control.
Google Cast
Casting content from mobile devices to the TV.
What You Need
Requirements for using Google Cast functionality.
Cast to Your TV
Steps to cast content from a mobile device to the TV screen.
Games
What You Need
Requirements for playing games on the TV.
Gamepads
Connecting wireless gamepads for gaming.
Play a Game From Game Console
Starting games from a connected game console.
Gaming Control Bar
Information and settings control bar for gaming.
Ambilight
Ambilight Style
Setting Ambilight to follow video or audio dynamics, or use preset styles.
Ambilight Off
Instructions on how to switch the Ambilight feature on or off.
Ambilight Settings
Information on advanced Ambilight settings.
Lounge Light Mode
How to switch on Ambilight lounge light when TV is in standby.
Sunrise Alarm
Setting up Sunrise alarm with Ambilight, music, and weather.
Ambisleep
Simulating sunset to unwind before sleep, with auto TV standby.
Ambilight Extension
Extending Ambilight functionality with Hue and Wireless Home Speakers.
Ambilight+Hue
Configuring Philips Hue bulbs to sync with Ambilight colors.
Ambilight+Philips Wireless Home Speakers
Connecting Philips Wireless Home Speakers to Ambilight.
Top Picks
About Top Picks
TV recommendations for programmes and videos.
Terms of Use
Agreeing to terms for personalized recommendations.
Now on TV
Viewing recommended programmes currently on TV.
Video on Demand
Renting movies from an online video store.
Freeview Play
About Freeview Play
Overview of Freeview Play features and services.
Using Freeview Play
How to open and use Freeview Play to watch programmes.
Alexa
About Alexa
How the TV supports Amazon Alexa voice control operations.
About Alexa Skill
Using Alexa Skills for enhanced TV voice control.
Using Alexa
Steps to set up and use Alexa for TV control.
Software
Update Software
Methods to update the TV's software from the internet or USB.
Update from Internet
Updating software via an internet connection.
Update from USB
Updating software using a USB flash drive.
Software Version
How to view the current TV software version.
Automatic Software Update
Enabling automatic TV software updates.
View Software Update History
Displaying the list of successfully updated software versions.
Specifications
Environmental
Information on the European Energy Label and disposal.
Power
Power specifications and energy saving features.
Operating System
Information about the TV's operating system.
Reception
Details on aerial, satellite, and video reception.
Display Type
Information on screen size and resolution.
Display Input Resolution
Supported computer and video input resolutions.
Connectivity
Overview of TV side and bottom connectivity ports.
Sound
Sound output power and supported audio technologies.
Multimedia
Supported connections, file systems, and playback formats.
Help and Support
Register your TV
Benefits of registering your TV and support website.
Using Help
How to access and use the TV's on-screen help.
TV Diagnose and Self-diagnose
Running diagnostic tests to check TV performance.
TV diagnose
Performing diagnostic tests for TV issues.
Self-diagnose
Troubleshooting TV configurations by checking settings.
Troubleshooting
Switch On and Remote Control
Troubleshooting TV not switching on or remote control issues.
Channels
Solutions for issues with digital channel reception.
Picture
Troubleshooting picture and reception problems.
Poor antenna reception
Improving antenna reception quality.
Poor picture from a device
Resolving picture issues from connected devices.
Sound
Troubleshooting sound issues and quality.
HDMI and USB
Troubleshooting HDMI and USB connection problems.
Network
Troubleshooting network connection problems.
Wi-Fi network not found or distorted
Resolving Wi-Fi connection issues.
Internet does not work
Troubleshooting internet connectivity problems.
Safety and Care
Safety
Important safety instructions to follow before using the TV.
Risk of Electric Shock or Fire
Precautions against electric shock and fire hazards.
Risk of Injury or Damage to the TV
Safety measures to prevent injury or damage to the TV.
Stability Hazards
Preventing tip-over hazards and ensuring TV stability.
Risk of Batteries
Safety precautions for handling batteries.
Screen Care
Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the TV screen.
Terms of Use
Terms of Use - TV
General terms of use for the television.
Pixel characteristics
Information on display pixel properties.
Terms of Use - Smart TV
Terms of use and privacy policy for Smart TV features.
Terms of Use - Smart TV Collection
Terms of use for Smart TV Collection apps.
Copyrights
HDMI
Information on HDMI terms and trademarks.
HEVC Advance
Information on HEVC Advance patents and decoding.
AMD FreeSync Premium
Features of AMD FreeSync Premium technology.
Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
Information on Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technologies.
DTS-HD
Information on DTS-HD technology.
DTS Play-Fi
Information on DTS Play-Fi technology.
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