Philips PFL7xx7G User Manual
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  • Page 1 Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome EN User Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Get started Contact Philips Product specifications TV tour TV controls Power and reception Important information Display and sound Sustainability Display resolutions Help and support Multimedia Use your TV Connectivity Supported TV mounts Watch TV Help version View TV guide...
  • Page 3: Get Started

    TV. Talk face-to-face Box 360 or PlayStation 3), connected with live video for Free. with an HDMI cable, playing a HD  You can also use Philips smartphone game control to control your TV. To download the application 'Philips Ambilight MyRemote', visit the Apple App store or the Android Market.
  • Page 4: Tv Controls

    EasyLink Sensors If you connect your TV to HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronic Control) enabled devices, such as a Blu-ray player or home theater, you can control them at the same time with one remote control. Simply switch on EasyLink after connection. Intuitive menus With the TV's intuitive menus, you can easily access the channel or media file that you...
  • Page 5: Smartphone Control

    You can also view a slideshow of the images in your smartphone on the TV. To download the application 'Philips MyRemote', visit the Apple App store or the Android Market. Follow the instructions provided at the applications store.
  • Page 6: Important Information

    TV, disconnect the TV from the TV tightly. Place the TV on a flat, the power outlet immediately. Contact level surface that can support the Philips Consumer Care to have the TV combined weight of the TV and the checked before use. stand.
  • Page 7: Screen Care

      Never place the TV on tall furniture, To avoid discomfort such as dizziness, such as a bookcase, without anchoring headache or disorientation, we both the furniture and TV to the wall recommend not watching 3D for or a suitable support. extended periods of time.
  • Page 8 Although it has effective pixels without notice. Trademarks are the property of 99.999% or more, black dots or bright of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V or their points of light (red, green or blue) may respective owners. TP Vision Netherlands appear constantly on the screen.
  • Page 9: Open Source Software

    One of Philips‘ leading Business Principles is Manufactured under license from Dolby to take all necessary health and safety Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D measures for our products, to comply with symbol are trademarks of Dolby all applicable legal requirements and to stay Laboratories.
  • Page 10: Sustainability

    Skype is a trademark of Skype Limited or its All other registered and unregistered related companies. trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Sustainability AstroTV product is a software system Energy efficiency developed by TQTVD that comprises of a This TV is designed with energy-efficient complete implementation of the Ginga features.
  • Page 11: Help And Support

    Please act according to your local rules and website at www.philips.com/support. do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste. Correct At the Philips support website, you can also: disposal of your old product helps to  Find answers to Frequently Asked...
  • Page 12: Contact Philips

    Contact Philips You can contact Philips Consumer Care in your country for support. The number is available in the leaflet accompanying this product, or online at www.philips.com/support. Before you contact Philips, write down the model and serial number of your TV. You can find this information on the back of your TV or on the TV packaging.
  • Page 13: Use Your Tv

    Automatic switch off 2 Use your TV You can save energy with this TV's energy efficiency settings. The settings are enabled by default, so that if there is no user Watch TV interaction (such as pressing a remote control button or a control on the rear panel) for four hours, the TV will Switch TV on or off automatically switch to standby.
  • Page 14 Display your list of favorite channels Switch TV channels 1. While you watch TV, press LIST.  Press CH +/- on the remote control or 2. Select [Favorites] in the top menu and press OK.  Press the Numeric buttons to enter a Only channels in the favorites list are channel number.
  • Page 15 LIST. Automatic detection 1. While you watch TV, press When you connect a new device to the TV, 2. Select the channel to hide, then press OPTIONS. the device is detected automatically and 3. Select [Hide channel], then press OK. added to the Source menu.
  • Page 16: View Tv Guide

     [Original]: Settings that suit most  Channel schedules for the day ('Now environments and types of audio. and next') or up to 8 days, if supported  [Movie]: Ideal settings for movies. by your broadcaster.  Synopsis of programs. ...
  • Page 17: Watch 3D

    Before you use the TV guide, check these To watch 3D on this TV, you need the settings: Philips 3D Easy passive glasses (PTA417). 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [General To experience the best 3D effect while you settings] >...
  • Page 18: Ambilight

    If you wear 3D inverted] or [3D - Side by side glasses that are not recommended by inverted]. Philips, the 3D effect may be reduced or lost. 2D to 3D conversion  Some 3D formats are not supported.
  • Page 19: View Media

    Available Play (uPnP) router. only if the selected Ambilight mode is  A Philips wireless USB adapter PTA127 set to [Static]. (not supplied with some models) or a - [Color]: Select a predefined LAN cable that connects your TV to Ambilight color.
  • Page 20   Appropriate settings on your computer Do not overload the USB port. If you firewall to allow you to run the media connect a USB storage device that server program. consumes more than 500mA power, make sure that it is connected to its Set up the network own external power supply.
  • Page 21 Watch all videos  To jump to the next or previous track, If there are several videos in the same folder, press CH+ or CH-. select a video and press the Red button  To pause the music, press OK. Press [Play all].
  • Page 22: Browse Smart Tv

    2. On your TV, configure Smart TV. registration and activates DivX on your TV. 3. (Optional) On your PC, register with Philips to enjoy exclusive benefits and Consult the DivX website for detailed receive updates on product information. You support.
  • Page 23: Tips

    Connect the TV to the Internet Add apps (applications) 1. On your home network, connect a router 1. Select [App Gallery], then press OK. with a high-speed connection to the 2. Use the Navigation buttons to search for Internet. apps. 2.
  • Page 24 Note: You can also use a single storage Smart TV options device to record, pause, and rent videos. You can use the Color buttons to modify Connect a USB 2.0 compatible hard disk the apps on the Smart TV home screen: drive (HDD) with a minimum capacity of ...
  • Page 25: Interactive Tv

     Shop online Download the video  Pay for a video-on-demand (VOD) When you have paid, you can download the program video on to the video memory. While the  Vote video downloads, you can continue to watch  Chat a TV program until the TV notifies you that the video is ready to play.
  • Page 26: Use More Of Your Tv

    3 Use more of  Do not overload the USB port. If you connect a USB hard drive device that consumes more than 500mA power, your TV make sure that it is connected to its own external power supply. 1. Make sure that the TV and the USB hard Pause TV drive are switched off.
  • Page 27: Record Tv Shows

    Pause a live TV broadcast Record TV shows What you can do You can record TV programs onto a USB hard drive if your TV can receive program guides or is connected to the Internet. You can record both current TV programs as well as future TV programs.
  • Page 28: Schedule Recordings

     Start recording Do not overload the USB port. If you connect a USB hard drive device that consumes more than 500mA power, make sure that it is connected to its own external power supply. Note:  Make sure that the TV and the USB hard drive are switched off.
  • Page 29: Use Skype

    Note: If you schedule recordings while you  To filter your recordings, press OPTIONS. are away, make sure that you leave the TV in standby and keep the USB hard drive  If a broadcaster limits the number of switched on. days a recording can be viewed after If your TV is in standby, the red indicator on the program is broadcast, the list of...
  • Page 30: Start Skype

    To enjoy Skype, you need the following: Skype users. Your Skype name has to  a Philips TV video camera with built-in begin with a letter (upper or microphone, PTA317/00 (sold lowercase). It must be 6 to 32 separately).
  • Page 31  1. At the [Skype] main menu, select your [Settings]: make settings for video call, Skype name and press OK. change your password or set your 2. Select [Online Status], then press OK. account privacy settings. 3. Select a preferred status and press OK. Add a contact 1.
  • Page 32 Make voice and video calls Make a voice call You can make a Skype call without video. 1. At the Skype main menu, select [Contacts] then press OK. 2. Select the contact and press OK. 3. Select [Call] and press OK. Call a phone Voice call options With Skype, you can call land line phones...
  • Page 33: To Exit, Press

    Buy Skype Credit To resume watching the rented movie, you need to go back to the video store or To buy Skype Credit or take up a Skype broadcast service. Some video stores and subscription, sign in to Skype on your services do not allow you to restart the computer.
  • Page 34: Play Games

    1. At the Skype main menu, select [Sign Some games offer multi-player and split- Out], then press OK. screen gaming. With the 3D technology of this TV, you can set the split-screen to 2. To log-in automatically when the TV is next switched on, select [Yes] when the display as two full screen views.
  • Page 35: Set Locks And Timers

    Set locks and timers 3. Press the Navigation buttons to set the sleep timer. The sleep timer can be set up to 180 Clock minutes, in steps of ten minutes. To switch off the sleep timer, set it to zero minutes. You can display a clock on the TV.
  • Page 36: Use Easylink

     Connect at least two HDMI-CEC compatible with Philips EasyLink. compliant devices through HDMI. See Connect your TV > Connect devices After you switch on Philips EasyLink, the (Page 45). following features are available:  Configure each HDMI-CEC compliant One-touch play...
  • Page 37: Audio To The Connected Hdmi-Cec

    Note: This is an advanced setting. Devices Select speaker output that do not support this setting will not If a connected device is HDMI Audio Return respond to the TV remote control. Channel (HDMI ARC) compliant, you can 1. Press . output TV audio through an HDMI cable.
  • Page 38: Retain Picture Quality

    You can hear a connected HDMI-CEC  If you are using a Philips home theater, compliant device through the TV speakers, the audio and video are automatically even while the TV is in standby.
  • Page 39: Set Up Your Tv

    4 Set up your TV  [Pixel Plus HD]: Control advanced settings to fine-tune each pixel to match surrounding pixels. Produce a brilliant, high definition image. Picture and sound - [HD Natural Motion]: remove motion judders. - [Advance sharpness] / [Super Settings assistant resolution]: Enable superior sharpness, You can select picture and sound settings...
  • Page 40: Channel Settings

    > [Factory settings], then press your audio experience in 3D mode. Only available on PFL6xx7G and All TV settings (except for channel settings) PFL7xx7G. are reset to the default factory settings.  [Headphone volume]: Adjust headphone volume.
  • Page 41: Language Settings

    Start installation Note: If you are prompted to enter a code, 1. Press . enter '8888'. 2. Select [Setup] > [Search for channels] > Update channels manually [Reinstall channels], then press OK. 1. Press . The Country menu is displayed. 2.
  • Page 42: Universal Access Settings

    Note: Other settings If Digital TV Interactive application is activated, closed caption text is hidden. Not all TV programs, commercials and TV demo features include closed captioning You can start a demo to find out more information. about the features on this TV. See your local TV program listings on channels with closed caption text.
  • Page 43: Update Software

    3. Select [Setup] > [Update software], then press OK. The update assistant starts. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to start the update. Note: The update assistant directs you to the Philips support website. See the installation instructions on the website to complete the update.
  • Page 44: Connect Your Tv

    5 Connect your  Connect HDMI cables shorter than 5 meters/16.4 feet. 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 connectors transfer picture and sound better.
  • Page 45: Connect Devices

     VGA only transmits video. For sound, also CVBS connections provides standard connect to AUDIO IN. picture quality. You can connect VGA to display PC content on the TV. Connect devices Blu-ray or DVD disc player Connect the disc player with an HDMI cable to the TV.
  • Page 46: Tv Receiver

    Connect the disc player with a component video cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Connect the disc player with a composite cable (CVBS) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. AV IN AV IN TV receiver Connect the digital TV receiver with an antenna cable to the TV.
  • Page 47 Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the digital TV receiver with a component video cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Connect the digital TV receiver with a composite cable (CVBS) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. AV IN AV IN...
  • Page 48: Video Recorder

    Video recorder Connect the recorder with an antenna cable to the TV. Connect the recorder with a component video cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Connect the recorder with a composite cable (CVBS) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. AV IN AV IN...
  • Page 49: Game Console

    Game console Connect the game console with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the game console with a component video cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the Connect the game console with a composite cable (CVBS) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. AV IN AV IN...
  • Page 50: Home Theater

    Home theater Connect the home theater with an HDMI cable and an optical cable to the TV. Connect the home theater with a component video cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the Connect the home theater with a composite cable (CVBS) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. AV IN AV IN...
  • Page 51 Digital camera Connect the digital camera with a USB cable to the TV. Digital camcorder Connect the digital camcorder with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the digital camcorder with a component video cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV.
  • Page 52: Connect More Devices

    Connect the digital camcorder with a composite cable (CVBS) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Connect more devices USB hard drive Connect the USB hard drive with a USB cable to the TV. Computer Connect the computer with an HDMI cable to the TV.
  • Page 53: Video Call Camera

    High Definition (HD) Point the camera to the position you usually sit. You can position the camera anywhere The Philips PTA317/00 video camera (sold you want but place it away from the separately) is a HD resolution camera. If the speakers of the TV.
  • Page 54 Note: Keyboard and mouse  If you need extra USB connectors, use USB keyboard a USB hub. Make sure that you connect You can connect a USB keyboard to enter the usb hub to the USB 1 port on the text such as device names on the TV or text back of the TV.
  • Page 55: Watch A Connected Device

    Device settings Watch a connected device Rename a device You can rename a device after it is added to Add new device the Source menu. Before you can watch a connected device, SOURCE. 1. Press connect the device to the TV. See Connect 2.
  • Page 56: Wired Connection

    Internet. Wi-Fi ready Connect This section is only for Wi-Fi ready TVs. With the Philips wireless USB adapter PTA127 (not supplied with some models), you can connect the TV to your home network wirelessly.You can enjoy the best of...
  • Page 57 TV, then enter it in the router software 1. Switch on your wireless network router. on your PC. 2. Connect the Philips USB adapter PTA127 To find out where to enter the PIN code, read the router manual. to a USB connector on the TV.
  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    Wait until the TV cools down before channel list: you reconnect the power cable. If the After channels are installed, they appear in blinking reoccurs, contact Philips Consumer the channel list. For information about Care. managing channel lists, including rearranging You forgot the 4-digit code to unlock the channels, see Watch TV >...
  • Page 59: Picture Issues

    The picture position is incorrect: Picture issues Picture signals from some devices may not fit the screen correctly. Check the signal output The TV is on, but there is no picture or the of the device. picture is distorted: An "e-sticker" banner displaying ...
  • Page 60: Connection Issues

     Make sure that the audio and picture There is picture but sound quality is poor: file formats are supported by the TV. Make sure that the sound settings are correctly set. Audio and picture files on your USB storage device do not play or display There is picture but sound comes from smoothly: one speaker only:...
  • Page 61: Contact Philips

    Philips TV community at www.supportforum.philips.com. If you wish to speak with or email a Philips representative, contact the Philips Consumer Care in your country. You can find the contact details in the leaflet accompanying this TV or at www.philips.com/support.
  • Page 62: Product Specifications

     For power consumption, see the (Resolution - refresh rate) product specifications at 640 x 480 - 60 Hz www.philips.com/support. 800 x 600 - 60 Hz 1024 x 768 - 60 Hz Reception 1280 x 1024 - 60 Hz ...
  • Page 63   USB: Connect only USB devices which JPEG: *.jpg consume 500mA of power or less.  GIF (87a, 89a): *.gif - NTFS, FAT 16 (Read only)  PNG: *.png - FAT 32  BMP: *.bmp, *.dib  Ethernet LAN RJ-45 Supported image files Supported audio/video files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters.
  • Page 64 Supported audio files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. Supported audio files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. Supported subtitle formats Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. Supported 3D formats Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. ...
  • Page 65: Connectivity

    119 cm / 47 inches: 400mm x 400mm, M6 140 cm / 55 inches: 400mm x 400mm, M6 Warning: Follow all instructions provided with the TV mount. Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. bears no responsibility for improper TV mounting that results in accident, injury or damage.
  • Page 66: Help Version

    Before you mount the TV on the wall, find the correct length of the screw. To find the length of the screw, add the thickness of your wall mount to the screw length, as shown in the graphic. This section is for 42PFL7xx7 only Before you mount the TV on the wall, find the correct length of the screw.
  • Page 67: Index

    Ambilight, switch on connected device, rename amplifier, select output connected device, reset audio language connectors audio sync contact information, on Internet contact Philips controls channel list channels channels, favorites demo channels, hide or unhide devices channels, install (automatic)
  • Page 68 EasyLink language, menu EasyLink, controls location, home or shop EasyLink, enable EasyLink, features media server EasyLink, onscreen control media server program EasyLink, remote control buttons mode, home or shop EasyLink, TV speakers Multimedia Home Platform (MHP) end of use multimedia, play files energy efficient, settings multimedia, supported formats EPG, broadcaster...
  • Page 69 USB mouse settings, sound shop mode side controls Skype, block contact volume Skype, contacts Skype, main menu Skype, Philips video camera wall mount Skype, receive call wireless, dongle Skype, settings Skype, setup YouTube Skype, sign in YPbPr, component video...
  • Page 70 All registered and unregistered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Philips and the Philips‘ shield emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. and are used under license from Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.

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