Philips 42PFL76X6H manual

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EN 2 1 Get started 3 TV tour 3 Important 6 Environmental efforts 8 Position the TV 9 Help and support 10 2 Use your TV 12 Controls 12 Watch TV 14 Watch a connected device 17 Watch 3D 18 Ambilight 19 Browse PC through DLNA 21 Net TV and online video 22 Games 25 3 Use more of your TV 27 Pause TV 27 Record TV shows 28 Enjoy HbbTV 31 View Teletext 32 S[...]

EN 3 1 Get started TV tour Remote contr ol To adjust the volume. To switch TV channels. To open or close the Home menu . In the Home menu, access connected devices, picture and sound settings, and other useful features. To open or close the Source menu . In the Source menu, access connected devices. To open or close the Find menu . In the Find menu[...]

EN 4 Press and hold to return to watching TV. To select a red menu option, access digital Interactive TV services*, or watch TV demonstration clips. *Available on certain models only. To select a green menu option or to access energy efficient settings. To select a yellow menu option or to access the electronic user manual. Read more about the remo[...]

EN 5 English You can learn more on device connections in Connect your TV > Connect devices . High Definition T V For high-definition (HD) picture quality, watch HD programmes. On standard-definition (SD) programmes, the picture quality is standard. You can watch HD video content in these ways and more:  a Blu-ray disc player, connected with a[...]

EN 6 3D TV This is a 3D TV. Connect your TV to a 3D Blu-ray disc player or tune in to a TV channel that broadcasts programmes in 3D. Read more in Use your TV > Watch 3D (Page 18 ). Important Safety Read and understand all instructions before you use your TV. If damage is caused by failure to follow instructions, the warranty does not apply. Risk[...]

EN 7 English  Before you connect the TV to the power outlet, ensure that the power voltage matches the value printed on the back of the TV. Never connect the TV to the power outlet if the voltage is different.  Parts of this product may be made of glass. Handle with care to avoid injury and damage. Risk of injury to children! Follow these pre[...]

EN 8  Parents should monitor their children during 3D viewing and ensure they do not experience any discomfort as mentioned above. Watching 3D is not recommended for children under 6 years of age as their visual system is not fully developed yet.  Do not use the 3D glasses for any purpose other than watching 3D TV. Care of 3D glass es 3D glas[...]

EN 9 English When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means that the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products. Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your[...]

EN 10 To find the length of screw, add the thickness of your wall mount to the screw length, as shown in the graphic. For 47 inch to 55 inch TVs: Before you wall mount the TV, find the correct length of screw. To find the length of screw, add the thickness of your wall mount to the screw length, as shown in the graphic. Location A range of TV setti[...]

EN 11 English Contact Philips If you like, you can contact Philips Consumer Care in your country for support. You can find the contact number in the leaflet accompanying the TV. Before you contact Philips, note down your TV model and serial number. You can find this information on the back of your TV or on its packaging.[...]

EN 12 2 Use your TV Controls TV controls 1. +/ - : Increase or decrease volume. 2. AMBILIGHT : Switch Ambilight on or off. Ambilight is available on certain models only. 3. ( Home ): Access the Home menu. Press again to launch an activity in the Home menu. Confirm an entry or selection. 4. CH +/- : Switch to the next or previous channel. 5. Power :[...]

EN 13 English 4. ( Home ): Access the Home menu. 5. ( Navigation buttons ): Navigate through menus and select items. 6. CH - / CH + ( Previous/Next ): Switch channels, navigate through menu pages, tracks, albums or folders. 7. OK : Confirm an entry or selection. 8. ( Back ): Return to the previous menu page or exit from a TV function. 9. FIND : Acc[...]

EN 14 For remote control with AAA batteries (side by side): For remote control with CR2032 (3V) batteries: EasyLink controls Note : EasyLink controls are available when the connected device is HDMI-CEC compliant. EasyLink allows you to control your TV and other HDMI-CEC devices with one remote control. Access EasyLink controls 1. While you view con[...]

EN 15 English  If the TV is in standby, press on the remote control. Note: There is a short delay before the TV responds. Tip: If you cannot find your remote control and want to switch on the TV from standby, pres s CH +/- on the front of the TV. Though your TV consumes very little energy in standby, it does use some energy. If you are not going[...]

EN 16 Manage channel lis ts You can view all channels, or only a list of your favourite channels. Press FIND to access the channel list. Create a list of your favourite channels 1. Press FIND . 2. Select the channel to mark as a favourite and press OPTIONS . 3. Select [Mark as favourite] and press OK . The selected channel is marked with a star. To[...]

EN 17 English  [Vivid] : Rich and dynamic settings, ideal for daytime viewing.  [Natural] : Natural picture settings.  [Cinema] : Ideal settings for movies.  [Game] : Ideal settings for games.  [Energy saving] : Settings that conserve the most energy.  [Standard] : Default settings that suit most environments and types of video. ?[...]

EN 18 You can also press SOURCE to display a list of connector names. Select the connector that connects the device to the TV. 1. Press SOURCE . 2. Press the Navigation buttons to select a connector in the list. 3. Press OK to confirm. Play from USB If you have photos, videos or music files on a USB storage device, you can play the files on TV. Cau[...]

EN 19 English Before you watch 3D, read the health warning information in Get started > Important > 3D Health warning (P age 7 ). Note : Passive 3D glasses from other manufacturers may not work or offer less optimal 3D viewing. Start 3D To enjoy a 3D movie or programme, insert a 3D movie disc into the 3D Blu-ray disc player connected to the H[...]

EN 20 What you need  For the best Ambilight effect, position the TV 25cm away from the wall.  Keep the remote control away from the TV, as it can interfere with the infrared signals.  Dim the light in the room. Switch on 1. Press ADJUST . 2. Select [Ambilight] , then press OK . 3. To switch Ambilight on or off, select [On] or [Off] . You c[...]

EN 21 English Browse PC thro ugh DLNA What you can do If you have photos, videos or music files stored on a computer connected through a home network, you can play the files on your TV. What you need  A wired or wireless home network, connected with a Universal Plug and Play (uPnP) router.  A Philips wireless USB adapter or a LAN cable that c[...]

EN 22  By default, Windows Media Player shares files from these folders: My Music , My Pictures , and My Videos . 6. If your files are in other folders, select Organize tab and select Manage libraries > Music . Follow the onscreen instructions to add the folders that contain your media files. Enable sharing on Twonky Media 1. Visit www.twonky[...]

EN 23 English What you need To enjoy Net TV, complete these tasks: 1. On your home network, connect the TV to the Internet 2. On your TV, configure Net TV. 3. On your PC, register with Philips to enjoy exclusive benefits and receive updates on product information. You can register now or later. Notes:  You can lock Net TV Applications (Apps) wit[...]

EN 24 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Network settings] . 3. Select [Clear Net TV memory] , then press OK . Options Press OPTIONS to select the following:  [Remove App]  [Lock App]  [Unlock App]  [Move App] Show remote control Keys such as play , rewind and fast forward can be called up with [Show remote control] . Press OPTIONS and [...]

EN 25 English 1. Switch on the TV. 2. As illustrated, insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot on the side of the TV. The TV automatically starts formatting the card. 3. After formatting, leave the SD card in the slot. View a video store 1. Press . 2. Select [Browse Net TV] and press OK . 3. Access the App Gallery to search for available vid[...]

EN 26 To switch the [Smart picture] setting to [Game] , 1. Press ADJUST . 2. Select [Smart picture] > [Game] , and then press OK . The TV is ready for gaming. Note : Do not forget to switch back to your usual [Smart picture] setting when you stop gaming. Start a two-player game Some games offer multi-player and split- screen gaming. With the 3D [...]

EN 27 English 3 Use more of your TV Pause TV What you can do While watching a digital channel, you can pause a programme to answer an urgent phone call or to have a break. The broadcast is stored on a USB hard disk that is connected to the TV; you can replay the broadcast instantly. Note:  The maximum time for which you can pause a TV broadcast [...]

EN 28 Pause a live TV broa dcast 1. On a digital channel, press (pause) to pause a TV broadcast. 2. Press (play) to continue watching. The status bar shows the following time indicators: A. When the programme is paused for the first time. B. Where the paused programme is currently playing. C. Where the live programme is currently playing.  Press[...]

EN 29 English To check if the programme guide supports recording: Press and select [Programme guide] . If you find a [TV Recording] button on the programme guide page, you can set up and manage recording s. If the [TV Recording] button is not present, ensure that the programme guide data is set to be updated through the network. Select > [Setup][...]

EN 30 If your TV remote control does not have a button: 1. Press and select [Programme guide] . 2. With the current TV programme selected, press OPTIONS and select [Record] . The TV sets the end time of the recording to the end of the programme. 3. Select [Schedule] and press OK to start recording. To stop recording immediately, press (stop). Notes[...]

EN 31 English 1. Select the recording in the list and press OP TIONS . 2. Select [Delete recording] and press OK . Cancel a scheduled recording To cancel a scheduled recording: 1. Select the recording and press OPTIONS . 2. Select [Cancel recording] and press OK . Expired recordings Broadcasters can limit the number of days a recording can be viewe[...]

EN 32 View Teletext Select a page 1. Select a channel that has teletext feature, then press TEXT . 2. Select a page in one of the following ways:  Enter the page number with the Numeric buttons .  Press or to view the next or previous page.  Press the Colour buttons to select a colour coded item. 3. Press to exit. Teletext options 1. When [...]

EN 33 English To switch Teletext 2.5 on or off 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Preferences] . 3. Select [Text 2.5] > [On] or [Off] , then press OK . Set locks and t imers Clock You can display a clock on the TV screen. The clock displays the time that is broadcast by your TV service operator. Display the TV clock 1. While y[...]

EN 34 Parental rating Some digital broadcasters rate their programmes according to age. You can set your TV to display only programmes with age ratings lower than your child's age. 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] or [Satellite settings] . 3. Select [Child lock] > [Parental rating] . A message prompts you to enter the ch[...]

EN 35 English 1. Connect the USB storage device to the TV. 2. Press . 3. Select [Browse USB] , then press OK . 4. Select a picture, then pres s OPTIONS . 5. Select [Set as Scenea] , then press OK . 6. Select [Yes] , then press OK . 7. Press any button to exit Scenea. Set Scenea lounge light When the TV is in standby, you can switch on Ambilight and[...]

EN 36  Connect at least two HDMI- CEC compliant devices through HDMI  Configure each HDMI-CEC compliant device properly  Switch on EasyLink Switch on To switch on or off EasyLink Note: If you do not intend to use Philips Easylink, switch it off. 1. Press . 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [EasyLink] . 3. Select [On] or [Off] , the[...]

EN 37 English Select speaker output with Adjust menu If [EasyLink] or [EasyLink autostart] are selected, access the adjust menu to switch th e TV audio. 1. While you watch TV, press ADJUST . 2. Select [Speakers] , then press OK . 3. Select one of the following, then press OK :  [TV] : On by default. Stream TV audio through the TV and the connect[...]

EN 38 4 Set up your T V Settings assista nt Use the settings assistant to guide you through the picture and sound settings. 1. While you watch TV, press . 2. Select [Setup] > [Quick picture and sound settings] , then press OK . 3. Select [Start] , then press OK . 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to choose your preferred settings. Picture and [...]

EN 39 English Audio settings Select audio language If the TV channel has multiple or dual sound broadcast, you can select the preferred audio language. While you watch TV, press OPTIONS .  [Audio language] : Select the audio language for digital channels.  [Dual I- II] : Select the audio language for analogue channels. Digital TV channels can[...]

EN 40 Update channel list When the TV was switched on for the first time, a full installation of channels was performed. You can automatically add or remove digital channels or manually update channels. Note : If you are prompted to enter a code, enter '8888'. Automatic update To automatically add or remove digital channels, leave the TV [...]

EN 41 English  Press the Navigation buttons or Numeric buttons to manually enter the channel frequency.  Select [Search] then press OK to search for the next channel automatically. 3. When the correct channel frequency is entered, select [Done] , then press OK . 4. Select [Store as new channel] , then press OK to store the new TV channel. Ins[...]

EN 42  the same hardware type, as indicated by the sticker on the back of the TV, (for example Qxxx.xx.Lx), and  compatible software versions. An onscreen message will notify you if the channel list cannot be copied to the second TV. Note: If you are prompted to enter a code, enter '8888'. Copy channel list to USB 1. Connect a USB s[...]

EN 43 English To switch on hearing impaired audio and subtitles 1. While you watch TV, press OPTIONS . 2. Press one of the following buttons to select an option:  Red : Switch hearing impaired on or off.  Green : Switch on hearing impaired audio and subtitles. 3. Press to exit. Visually impaired Tip: To verify whether visually impaired audio [...]

EN 44 For more information, see the following pages. Update with USB Before performing this procedure, make sure that you have the following:  Spare time to complete the entire update.  A USB flash drive that has at least 256MB of storage space, is FAT or DOS formatted, and has its write protection disabled.  Access to a computer with a US[...]

EN 45 English  If a power failure occurs during the update, do not remove the USB storage device from the TV. The TV continues to update as soon as power is restored.  If an error occurs during the update, retry the procedure. If the error reoccurs, contact Philips Consumer Care. 1. Switch on the TV. 2. Disconnect all other USB devices from t[...]

EN 46 5 Connect your TV 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 cables ensure a good transfer of picture and sound. The connections shown in this user manual are recommendations onl[...]

EN 47 English SCART A SCART cable combines video and audio signals. SCART connectors can handle RGB video signals but cannot handle high-definition (HD) TV signals. VGA Use this connection to display PC content on the TV. For video and sound, use the VGA and AUDIO IN connectors. Connect devices Overview You can connect your devices to the TV with a[...]

EN 48 Blu-ray or DVD disc player Connect the disc player with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the disc player with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an a udio L/R cable to the TV. TV receiver Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is available on certain models only.)[...]

EN 49 English Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV.[...]

EN 50 Recorder Connect the recorder with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is avail able on certain models only.) Connect the recorder with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the recorder with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Game console The most practical connectors for a game console are on the side of the TV. However, [...]

EN 51 English Connect the game console with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the game console with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Home theatre sy stem Connect the home theatre with an HDMI cable and an optical cab le to the TV.[...]

EN 52 Connect the home theatre with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the home theatre with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV . Digital camera Connect the digital camera with a USB cable to the TV.[...]

EN 53 English Digital camcorder Connect the digital camera with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the digital camcorder with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV . Connect more devices External hard disk Connect the external hard disk with a USB cable to the TV.[...]

EN 54 Computer Connect the computer with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the computer with a DVI-HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the computer with a VGA cable and an audio cable to the TV. Keyboard and mo use USB keyboard *Available on certain models only. You can connect a USB keyboard to enter text on the TV. You can also type in a new channel nam[...]

EN 55 English If you have selected a Cyrillic or Greek keyboard layout first, you can also add a second keyboard with Latin layout. To change the keyboard layout setting, press > [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Preferences] > [USB mouse/keyboard] > [Keyboard settings] and press OK . TV keys on your keyboard To make a text entry, you can u[...]

EN 56 Wi -Fi MediaConnect With Wi-Fi MediaConnect you can bring up (project) your PC screen on the TV screen wirelessly. You start Wi-Fi MediaConnect from your PC. See Connect your TV > Computers and the Internet > (Page 59 ). What you need Warning: This TV complies with the EMC directive only when you use a shielded Cat5 ethernet cable. To c[...]

EN 57 English Wireless LAN ready This section is only for wireless ready TVs . With the Wireless USB adapter PTA01 accessory (sold separately), you can connect the TV to your home network wirelessly. You can enjoy the best of the web from Net TV services, and sharing of content between your devices connected to the home network using Wi-Fi MediaCon[...]

EN 58 Find this hexadecimal key in the router software on your PC. Write down the first key of the WEP keys list and enter it on the TV with the remote control. If the security key is accepted, the TV is connected with the wireless router. If asked, agree to the End User License Agreement. If you are using the Wireless USB adapter, keep it connecte[...]

EN 59 English Custom To enter the encryption key (the security key) manually, select [Custom] and press OK . If you have WPA security on your router, enter the passphrase with the remote control. To access the on-screen keyboard, select the text entry field and press OK . If you have WEP security encryption, the TV asks for the WEP encryption key i[...]

EN 60 Stop projecting To stop projecting, click on the TV icon again. Project your PC: Help To read the Wi-Fi MediaConnect Help, right-click the program icon in the notification tray of the PC and select Help. Notes You can project high-definition (HD) or standard-definition (SD) video, depending on the processing power of your PC.  Due to conte[...]

EN 61 English Watch CAM servic es 1. After inserting and activating the CAM, press OPTIONS . 2. Select [Common interface] , then press OK . 3. Select the CAM provider and press OK .[...]

EN 62 6 Troubleshooti ng Contact Phili ps Warning: Do not attempt to repair the TV yourself. This may cause severe injury, irreparable damage to your TV or void your warranty. If you cannot resolve your problem, refer to the frequently asked questions (FAQs) for this TV at www.philips.com/support . You can also contact Philips Consumer Care in your[...]

EN 63 English Picture The TV is on, but there is no picture or the picture is distorted:  Make sure that the antenna is properly connected to the TV.  Make sure that the correct device is selected as the display source.  Make sure that the external device or source is properly connected. There is sound but no picture: Make sure that the pi[...]

EN 64 HDMI There are problems with HDMI devices:  Note that HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support can delay the time taken for a TV to display content from a HDMI device.  If the TV does not recognise the HDMI device and no picture is displayed, switch the source from one device to another and back again.  If there are i[...]

EN 65 English 7 Product specifications Power and recept ion Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Power  Mains power : AC 220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz  Standby power consumption : <0.15 W  Ambient temperature: 5 to 40 degrees Celsius  For power consumption, see the product specifications at www.philips.com/support . Th[...]

EN 66 Video formats (Resolution - refresh rate) 480i - 60 Hz 480p - 60 Hz 576i - 50 Hz 576p - 50 Hz 720p - 50Hz, 60 Hz 1080i - 50Hz, 60 Hz 1080p - 24Hz, 25Hz, 30Hz, 50Hz, 60 Hz Multimedia Supported multimedia connections  USB : NTFS, FAT 16, FAT 32. Connect only USB devices which consume 500mA of power or less.  SD card (Videostore)  Ether[...]

EN 67 English  Service port: SERV.U  Headphones: stereo 3.5mm mini-jack  SAT: F-pin (Satellite). Available on certain models only. Bottom  Ethernet LAN RJ- 45  DIGITAL AUDIO OUT: Optical  HDMI 1 - 3  AUDIO IN: DVI/VGA (stereo 3.5mm mini-jack)  Antenna: 75 ohm coaxial  VGA: PC input Side  Common Interface: CI  SD car[...]

EN 68 Use your TV legend to note the dimensions of your TV (with and without the stand). Use your TV legend to note the thickness of your TV (with and wit hout the stand). Help version UMv 3139 137 04523 - 20120305[...]

EN 69 English 8 Index 3 3D - 18 3D glasses - 8 3D, health warning - 7 A age rating - 34 analogue channels, fine-tune - 41 analogue channels, subtitles - 34 audio language - 39 C CAM, enable - 61 CAM, insert - 60 CAM, see Conditional Access Module - 60 care - 7 channel list - 16 channels, favourites - 16 channels, fine-tune (analogue) - 41 channels,[...]

EN 70 H HbbTV - 31 HbbTV, block reception - 31 HDMI - 46 HDMI ARC - 46 hearing impaired - 42 help, onscreen - 10 high-definition (HD), content - 5 home menu - 3 home mode - 10 I install channels - 40 install channels (automatic) - 40 install channels (manual) - 40 K kensington lock - 10 L language, menu - 42 location, home or shop - 10 M media serv[...]

EN 71 English subtitle, language - 34 switch TV on, off - 14 T teletext 2.5 - 32 teletext, digital text - 32 teletext, dual screen - 32 teletext, enlarge - 32 teletext, language - 32 teletext, search - 32 teletext, subpages - 32 two-player games - 26 U universal access, enable - 42 universal access, hearing impaired - 42 universal access, visually [...]

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