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Page 1: ...EN User Manual Register your product and get support at www philips com welcome 42PFL86x6D 47PFL86x6D ...

Page 2: ...nea 31 Set universal access 32 Use EasyLink 33 4 Set up your TV 36 Settings assistant 36 Picture and sound 36 Channels 37 Menu language 39 Other settings 39 Update software 40 Reinstall the TV 41 5 Connect your TV 42 About cables 42 Connect devices 43 Connect more devices 50 Computers and the Internet 53 6 Troubleshooting 57 Contact Philips 57 General TV 57 TV channel 57 Picture 58 Sound 58 HDMI 5...

Page 3: ... Source menu access connected devices To open or close the Find menu In the Find menu access the channel list To open or close the Adjust menu In the Adjust menu access a range of frequently used settings To open or close the Options menu Options menus offer convenient settings for TV channel or program To return to the previous menu page or to exit from a TV function Press and hold to return to w...

Page 4: ...es For the best picture and sound quality connect a DVD Blu ray disc player or game console through HDMI TM To watch a non EasyLink compliant device add it to the Home menu 1 Press Add your devices 2 Follow the onscreen instructions Note If you are prompted to select the TV connection select the connector that this device uses See Connect your TV Connect devices Page 43 for information on connecti...

Page 5: ...experience the stunning sharpness and picture quality of HD TV watch the HD video clip from the Home menu Press Setup Watch demos Watch Demo is on the second page of the setup menu For more information about the availability of HD channels in your country contact your Philips dealer or visit www philips com support Ambilight Available on certain models only Ambilight gives a more relaxed viewing e...

Page 6: ...ected When disconnecting the power always pull the power plug never the cord Ensure that you have full access to the power plug power cord and outlet socket at all times Never insert objects into the ventilation slots or other openings on the TV Never place the TV remote control or batteries near naked flames or other heat sources including direct sunlight To prevent the spread of fire keep candle...

Page 7: ...y part of the TV power cord or aerial cable Risk of hearing damage Avoid using earphones or headphones at high volumes or for prolonged periods of time Low temperatures If the TV is transported in temperatures below 5 C or 41 F unpack the TV and wait until the TV temperature matches room temperature before connecting the TV to the power outlet Screen care Risk of damage to the TV screen Never touc...

Page 8: ...fforts Energy efficiency Philips continuously focus on lowering the environmental impact of our innovative consumer products We aim our efforts towards environmental improvements during manufacturing reduction of harmful substances energy efficient use end of life instructions and product recycling To access energy efficient settings While you watch TV press the green button on the remote control ...

Page 9: ... EC which cannot be disposed with normal household waste Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries because correct disposal helps to prevent negative consequences for the environmental and human health Position the TV Placement Before you position the TV read all safety precautions See Get Started Important Safety Page 6 Position the TV where light does not s...

Page 10: ... mount to purchase 107 cm 42 inches 400mm x 400mm M6 119 cm 47 inches 400mm x 400mm M6 Screw length Before you wall mount the TV find the correct length of the screw by adding the thickness of your wall mount to the screw length For 42 inch TV For 47 inch TV Location A range of TV settings are applied to suit the location of the TV Shop or home mode Set the TV location to Home mode to access all T...

Page 11: ...en enter your product model number At our support website you can also find answers to frequently asked questions download a printable PDF version of this user manual to read email us a specific question chat online with one of our support personnel available in certain countries only Contact Philips If you like you can contact Philips Consumer Care in your country for support You can find the con...

Page 12: ... menu Confirm an entry or selection 4 CH Switch to the next or previous channel 5 Power Switch the TV on or off Indicators 1 Ambient sensor remote control sensor Ambient sensor is available on certain models only Remote control 1 Standby Switch the TV on or to standby 2 Play buttons Control video or music play 3 Color buttons Select tasks or options The buttons function according to the services o...

Page 13: ...unctions Batteries Warning Risk of swallowing batteries The product remote control may contain a coin type battery which can be swallowed Keep the battery out of reach of children at all times Caution The battery contains perchlorate material handle it with care For information see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorat e If your remote control signal is weak replace the batteries 1 Open the ba...

Page 14: ...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 content from a connected HDMI CEC device press OPTIONS 2 Select Show device keys then press OK 3 Select the EasyLink control button then press OK Read more on EasyLink in Use more of your ...

Page 15: ...andby press 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 to use the TV for an extended period of time switch it off to cut off the power Switch TV to standby Press on the remote control The remote control sensor on the TV switches to red Switch off the TV Press the power switch at the base of the TV to the OFF position...

Page 16: ...In the channel list press OPTIONS 2 Select Select list Favourites to display channels in the favorite list or All to display all channels 3 Press OK to confirm View only analog or digital TV channels You can use the channel list to access only analog or digital channels 1 In the channel list press OPTIONS 2 Select Select list Analogue or Digital then press OK Depending on your selection only analo...

Page 17: ...gs Use smart sound settings Select your preferred sound setting 1 While you watch TV press ADJUST 2 Select Smart sound 3 Select one of the following settings then press OK Personal Apply your preferred setting in the sound menu Standard Settings that suit most environments and types of audio News Ideal settings for spoken audio such as the news Movie Ideal settings for movies Game Ideal settings f...

Page 18: ...onnector in the list 3 Press OK to confirm Remove device You can remove device icons that are not in use 1 Press 2 Select the device icon from the Home menu 3 Press OPTIONS then select Remove this device 4 Select 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 Caution Philips is not responsible if the USB storage device is n...

Page 19: ...watch 3D you can use the Philips Easy 3D glasses included with this TV You can purchase additional Philips 3D glasses PTA416 or PT426 sold separately from your local dealer Before you watch 3D read the health warning information in Get started Important 3D Health warning Page 7 Note Passive 3D glasses from other manufacturers may not work or offer less optimal 3D viewing Start 3D To enjoy a 3D mov...

Page 20: ...ommend that you sit at a distance that is at least three times the width W of the TV screen Do not sit more than six meters away view the center of the TV screen at your eye level watch the TV away from direct sunlight as it may interfere with the 3D experience Ambilight What you can do Available on certain models only Ambilight gives a more relaxed viewing experience It automatically adjusts the ...

Page 21: ... light mode The lounge light comes on when the TV is in standby Scenea lounge light Switch Scenea lounge light on or off when Scenea is enabled Wall colour Select the color of the wall behind the TV Ambilight corrects its colors to suit the color of the wall Use lounge light When the TV is in standby press Ambilight on the front of the TV to create a lounge light effect in your room Note It may ta...

Page 22: ...to display a list of monitored folders 5 Select Library Apply Media Information Changes to activate the changes Enable sharing on Windows Media Player 12 1 Start Windows Media Player on your computer 2 In Windows Media Player select the Stream tab and then select Turn on media streaming The Media streaming options screen appears 3 Click Turn on media streaming Return to the Windows Media Player sc...

Page 23: ...ther forecasts Use the catch up TV feature to watch TV programs that you missed Availability of catch up TV Apps differ for each country To find out which TV programs are available access the Net TV program guide Find out more on Net TV services at the Net TV forum website www supportforum philips com Notes Each country has different Net TV services Certain websites may not display completely Some...

Page 24: ...pps The first page shown is the Net TV home page The icons on this page represent the applications Apps Browse internet websites with the Internet Apps Press the Navigation buttons to select an App then press OK to confirm Read the Net TV quick guide for more information Access the App Gallery to add more Apps to your home screen You can change country settings and select Apps from other countries...

Page 25: ...lect Security info Rent online video What you can do With this TV you can rent a video from an online video store 1 Open a video store You may need to register or enter your log in 2 Select a video 3 Make the online payment 4 Download a video What you need To rent and download a video you need a high speed Internet connection to the TV Read more about network connections in Connect your TV Compute...

Page 26: ...log in or to open a new account if you do not have one The login might consist of your email address and a personal PIN code When you are logged in you can select the payment method a credit card or a value code in most cases Consult the video store website for more information on their payment terms To enter a number code PIN use the Numeric buttons on the remote control To enter an email address...

Page 27: ...ns to use the application 4 To exit press EXIT Pause TV What you can do While watching a digital channel you can pause a program 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 span you can pause a TV broadcast is 90 minutes What you need To pause a TV broadcast do ...

Page 28: ...uctions Warning The formatting process may take some time Do not switch off the TV or disconnect the USB hard disk until this process is complete Pause a live TV broadcast 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 program is paused for the first time B Where the paused program is curren...

Page 29: ...layer set the Smart picture setting to Game before you start playing 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 technology of this...

Page 30: ...ic Manual or Country dependent then press OK Set the clock manually If clock mode is set to Manual set the date and time manually 1 In the Clock menu select Date or Time then press OK 2 Use the Navigation buttons to make your selection 3 Select Done then press OK Sleeptimer Sleeptimer switches the TV to standby after a specified time You can switch off your TV earlier or reset the sleeptimer durin...

Page 31: ...h TV press OPTIONS 2 Use the Navigation buttons to select Closed captions 3 Select an option and then press OK 4 Press OPTIONS 5 Select Caption service 6 Select the correct type of closed caption and then press OK View Scenea What you can do You can display a default picture as the wallpaper on your TV You can also load another picture as the wallpaper If the sleeptimer is off the wallpaper is dis...

Page 32: ... exit Visually impaired Tip To verify whether visually impaired audio is available press OPTIONS and select Audio language Languages with an eye icon support visually impaired audio To switch on visually impaired audio if available 1 While you watch TV press OPTIONS 2 Press the green button to select Visually impaired 3 Press one of the following buttons to select an option Red Off Turn off visual...

Page 33: ...your TV Use EasyLink Control devices simultaneously Page 34 Retain picture quality If your TV picture quality is affected by the picture processing features of other devices switch on Pixel Plus Link To switch on Pixel Plus Link see Use more of your TV Use EasyLink Retain picture quality Page 35 Maximize display for subtitled video While you view subtitles in a video you can maximize the video dis...

Page 34: ...play the menu of the connected device Display the TV menu Standby Switch the TV and the connected device to standby Other EasyLink buttons are available through the On Screen Remote Control OSRC To access the OSRC 1 While you view content from a connected device press OPTIONS 2 Select Show device keys then press OK 3 Select an onscreen button then press OK 4 Press EXIT to exit Select speaker outpu...

Page 35: ...features of other devices switch on Pixel Plus Link To switch on Pixel Plus Link 1 Press 2 Select Setup TV settings EasyLink 3 Select Pixel Plus link On then press OK Maximize video display Some subtitles can create a separate subtitle bar under the video which limits the video display area After you switch on auto subtitle shift the subtitles display over the video image which maximizes the video...

Page 36: ...rfect Natural Motion Clear LCD Super resolution Dynamic contrast Dynamic backlight MPEG artefact reduction Colour enhancement Gamma Available on certain models only PC mode Enable picture settings adjustment when a PC is connected to the TV via HDMI If enabled you can select Picture format Unscaled which provides maximum detail for display of PC content Light sensor Adjust settings dynamically to ...

Page 37: ... While you watch TV press 2 Select Setup TV settings Factory settings then press OK TV settings are reset to default Channels Rename channels After the channels are installed you can rename them to your preference 1 While you watch TV press FIND The channel list is displayed 2 Select the channel to rename and press OPTIONS 3 Select Rename then press OK 4 In the entry screen press the Navigation bu...

Page 38: ...e or uninstall these channels Install digital channels You can reposition your antenna to improve the reception You need to know the correct frequency to tune For best results contact the service provider or get a professional installer 1 Press 2 Select Setup Channel settings Channel installation 3 Select Digital Reception test Search then press OK 4 Press the Numeric buttons to enter the channel ...

Page 39: ...the channel list 2 Press 3 Select Setup Search for channels Reinstall channels then press OK You will be prompted to select the country where the TV was installed Make a note of the current setting and press followed by Cancel to exit 4 If the country setting on the TV is different from that of the TV whose channel list you want to copy reinstall the TV and select the country setting to match the ...

Page 40: ...tion instructions on the website to complete the update Update from the Internet To update the TV software directly from the Internet connect the TV to the Internet through a router with a high speed connection 1 Press Setup Update software then press OK 2 Select Internet then press OK 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to start the update When the update is complete the TV switches off and back o...

Page 41: ...r remove the USB storage device during the update 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 the TV 3 Connect the USB storage ...

Page 42: ...ons are possible HDMI An HDMI connection has the best picture and sound quality An HDMI cable combines video and audio signals Use HDMI for high definition HD TV signals and to enable EasyLink An HDMI Audio Return Channel ARC connector allows output of TV audio to an HDMI ARC compliant device Do not use an HDMI cable longer than 5 meters 16 4 feet Y Pb Pr Use the Component Video Y Pb Pr connection...

Page 43: ...nals On certain models the video input socket on your TV is labelled as VIDEO A V IN or COMPOSITE 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 any of the following options After connection press Add your devices ...

Page 44: ...ayer Connect the disc player with a HDMI cable to the TV Connect the disc player with a component 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 ...

Page 45: ... receiver with an antenna cable to the TV SAT is available on certain models only Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a HDMI 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 ...

Page 46: ...er with a composite cable CVBS and an audio L R cable to the TV Recorder Connect the recorder with an antenna cable to the TV SAT is available on certain models only Connect the recorder with a component cable Y Pb Pr and an audio L R cable to the TV ...

Page 47: ... are on the side of the TV However you can also use the connectors at the back of the TV For best gaming experience set the TV to game mode 1 Press ADJUST 2 Select Smart picture Game then press OK 3 Press EXIT to exit Connect the game console with a 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 ...

Page 48: ... a composite cable CVBS and an audio cable to the TV Home theater system Connect the home theater with an HDMI cable and an optical cable to the TV Connect the home theater with a component cable Y Pb Pr and an audio L R cable to the TV ...

Page 49: ...t the home theater with a composite cable CVBS and an audio L R cable to the TV Digital camera Connect the digital camera with a USB cable to the TV Digital camcorder Connect the digital camera with a HDMI cable to the TV ...

Page 50: ...component cable Y Pb Pr and an audio L R cable to the TV Connect the digital camcorder with a composite cable CVBS 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 ...

Page 51: ...EN 51 English Computer Connect the computer with a 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 ...

Page 52: ...etween different keyboard layouts press the Alt and Shift keys simultaneously Net TV keys on your keyboard Enter OK to confirm an entry Backspace return to the previous page Navigation keys navigate to the next field Home scroll to the top of the page End scroll to the bottom of the page Page Up jump one page up Page Down jump one page down zoom in or out one step fit to the width of the page USB ...

Page 53: ... these systems depends on your local service provider 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 55 What you need To connect your TV to computers the Internet or both you need An ethernet cable that is shorter than 3 meters A computer net...

Page 54: ...d may differ according to the operating environment of your wireless home network Make your TV wireless 1 Switch on your wireless network router 2 Insert the USB adapter PTA01 into the USB connection at the side of the TV The wireless installation starts automatically 3 Follow the on screen instructions WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup If your router supports WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup press the WPS butto...

Page 55: ...s or buy online at www philips com tv Install Wi Fi MediaConnect with CD ROM 1 Insert the Wi Fi MediaConnect CD ROM in your PC 2 Your PC starts the Internet browser and opens the Wi Fi MediaConnect download page www philips com wifimediaconnect On the website you can check the necessary PC system requirements 3 Enter the code printed on the CD ROM envelope 4 Click the Download now button to downlo...

Page 56: ...Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo 1 8GHz 512MB RAM 200MB free hard disk space Wi Fi 802 11g Internet connection Project your PC PC requirements Recommended specifications Windows XP Vista Windows 7 PC only Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo 2 1GHz 1GB RAM 200MB free hard disk space Wi Fi 802 11n Internet connection ...

Page 57: ... Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet Wait until the TV cools down before you reconnect the power cable If the blinking reoccurs contact Philips Consumer Care You forgot the code to unlock the child lock feature Enter 8888 The TV menu is in the wrong language Change the TV menu to your preferred language For more information see Set up your TV Menu language Page 39 When you are turning...

Page 58: ... Picture signals from some devices may not fit the screen correctly Check the signal output of the device The picture from broadcasts is scrambled You may need a Conditional Access Module to access content Check with your service operator An e sticker banner displaying information appears on the TV display The TV is in Shop mode To remove the e sticker set the TV to Home mode then restart the TV P...

Page 59: ...onnected USB USB device content is not displayed Make sure that the USB storage device is set to Mass Storage Class compliant as described in the storage device s documentation Make sure that the USB storage device is compatible with the TV Make sure that the audio and picture file formats are supported by the TV Audio and picture files do not play or display smoothly The transfer performance of t...

Page 60: ...ent Pixel Precise HD Clear LCD Perfect Motion Rate 480 Hz PMR Picture Display HD Natural Motion Perfect Natural Motion Ambilight Ambilight Spectra 2 Available on certain models only 3D 3D TV Sound Output power 20 W RMS 10 THD Incredible Surround Clear Sound Dynamic Bass Enhancement Mono Stereo NICAM Display resolutions Computer formats HDMI Resolution refresh rate 640 x 480 60 Hz 800 x 600 60 Hz 1...

Page 61: ...s must not exceed 128 characters Supported audio video files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters Supported DLNA compliant media server software Windows Media Player for Microsoft Windows Twonky Media for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X Sony Vaio Media Server for Microsoft Windows TVersity for Microsoft Windows Nero MediaHome DiXiM for Microsoft Windows XP Macrovision Network Media ...

Page 62: ...nna 75 ohm coaxial VGA PC input Side SD card Videostores USB 1 USB 2 HDMI Dimensions Note Dimensions and weights are approximate values only Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Legend for TV dimensions The legends used to indicate the TV dimensions are as follows 107 cm 42 inch TV 119 cm 47 inch TV Take a note of the legend that corresponds to your TV Then go to the next...

Page 63: ...gend to note the thickness of your TV with and without the stand Use your TV legend to note the weight of the TV without the stand Use your TV legend to note the weight of the TV with stand Help version UMv 3139 137 04492 20110818 ...

Page 64: ...ntact Philips 11 controls 12 D demo 39 devices add 18 devices watch 18 digital channels 38 digital channels fine tune 38 Digital TV Interactive 27 dimensions 62 display 60 display resolution 60 DLNA 21 E EasyLink controls 34 EasyLink enable 33 EasyLink features 33 EasyLink RC key forward 33 EasyLink TV speakers 34 Electronic Program Guide 16 end of use 9 environment efforts 8 environment recycle 9...

Page 65: ...ecycle 8 register product 11 reinstall TV 41 remote control 12 remote control batteries 13 remote control onscreen 34 remote control overview 12 rename channels 37 S safety 6 Scenea enable 31 Scenea see screen saver 31 screen saver 31 SD card format 25 SD card memory size 25 settings assistant 36 settings picture 36 settings sound 36 shop mode 10 sleeptimer 30 smart picture 17 smart sound 36 softw...

Page 66: ...EN 66 volume 12 W wall mount 10 wallpaper 31 Wi Fi MediaConnect 55 Wireless LAN ready 54 ...

Page 67: ...e de acordo com as recomendações do fabricante 15 Linhas de energia Uma antena externa deve ficar afastada de linhas de energia 16 Aterramento de antena externa Caso uma antena externa seja conectada ao receptor assegure se de que o sistema de antena seja aterrado para proporcionar uma certa proteção contra surtos elétricos e cargas acumuladas de eletricidade estática 17 Entrada de líquidos e obje...

Page 68: ...hall void the warranty Compliance with EMF Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V manufactures and sells many products targeted at consumers which like any electronic apparatus in general have the ability to emit and receive electromagnetic signals One of Philips leading Business Principles is to take all necessary health and safety measures for our products to comply with all applicable legal requir...

Page 69: ...es for the environment and human health Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006 66 EC which cannot be disposed with normal household waste Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries because correct disposal helps to prevent negative consequences for the environmental and human health Responsabilidade Social A Philips do Brasil Lt...

Page 70: ...NA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks service marks or certification marks of the Digital Living NetworkAlliance HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC in the United States and other countries Kensington and Micro Saver are registered US trademarks of ACCO World corporation with issued registrations and pending ...

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