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What’s in the box
Quick start guide
with provided screws
Product design and user interface are for illustrative purposes only.
Actual product and user interface may vary.
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Using the remote
1
AAA
(1.5 V)
x 2
2
3
Controllable range for the
remote
16 ' (5 m)
30
°
30
°
23 ' (7 m)
16 ' (5 m)
1
(
POWER
)
Turns the TV on and off of standby.
2
z
(
TV GUIDE
)
Access to the Electronic Program Guide (EPG).
3
The Google Assistant
Press the Assistant button on your remote to talk to your
Google Assistant.
4
3
(
BACK
)
Returns to the previous menu screen.
5
w
(
INPUT
)
Change input source.
Select and change access to the attached devices such as
Blu-ray player, gaming consoles, or cable box.
6
1
(
INFO
)
Displays input and resolution information.
7
y
(
OPTIONS
)
Displays a list of menu options applicable to the active
screen.
8
(
CURSOR
as
H I J K
) and
OK
Moves to select an item and to determine on the various
menu.
9
x
(
HOME
)
Access to your apps, Live TV, input devices, settings, and
the Google Play store.
10
PREV.CH
Direct access to the Live TV channels.
Displays the last selected terminal or channel.
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3
10
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9
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6
4
5
8
Microphone
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Connecting your devices
How to use external devices
Connecting antenna or cable / satellite / IPTV set-top box
E
Tip:
Connect your external devices to your Android TV before powering on.
If connecting to an antenna via an RF cable
If connecting a set-top box via an HDMI cable
DTV programs that are broadcasted in your
area can be received for free through a digital
antenna.
If the TV is connected to a cable or satellite
set-top-box via an HDMI cable, you must select
the correct source by using
w
(INPUT)
on your
remote.
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
RF cable
RF cable
RF cable
Cable
Cable
Antenna
Antenna
IN
IN
IN
Set-top box
Set-top box
RF cable
RF cable
HDMI cable
HDMI cable
OUT
OUT
Changing input to devices that are connected to the TV
Press
w
(INPUT)
to switch input device list.
How to use Chromecast built-in
Casting allows you to mirror your favorite apps on the big screen.
E
Tip:
The device you are using to cast to your television must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
1.
Open a Chromecast built-in enabled app.
2.
Tap
u
.
3.
Tap the device you would like to cast to.
How to connect to your Bluetooth® devices
To pair your pair Bluetooth® devices, such as a wireless headset, keyboard, game controller, with your Android TV.
1.
On the Android TV home screen, select
Settings
in the upper right corner of the screen, and press
OK
.
2.
Select
Remote
&
Accessories
and press
OK
.
3.
Enable pairing mode on your device.
4.
Using your TV remote, select your device from the list shown on your TV.
5.
Your Android TV will pair with your device.
E
Tip:
Some devices may require additional steps. Please consult your Bluetooth device manual for more information.
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Installing the stands
1
×4
2
3
Remove the tape on the bottom of
the TV set and the plastic bag.
C
Fasten the stand to the TV with
provided screws. While fastening
the screws, hold the stand to
prevent it from falling.
Both stands should now be
securely fastened.
•
If you plan to wall mount your TV, refer to “Wall mount” on the reverse side of this guide for recommended wall mount bracket kit.
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Connection overview
Soundbar
Blu-ray Disc™ Player
HDMI cable
Optical cable
HDMI cable
(ARC)
Or
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Best experience
Google account
Unleash your television’s true potential. With a Google® account you can effortlessly expand your entertainment
library via the Google Play store and Google Play app and also keep apps up-to-date.
While you can enjoy this Philips Android TV™ without a Google Account via the preinstalled selection of
applications, we recommend a Google account to download additional apps from the Google Play Store or use
the Google Assistant.
C
Note:
Simply login with your Google account.
E
Tip:
It is recommended to create a new Google account specifically for your Android TV. A new account will
prevent interference and syncing of your personal account. To create a new Google account, visit
http://accounts.google.com/signup
on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
Network router
Wireless Connection:
The Philips 5000 series Android TV is equipped with wireless LAN 802.11ac for wireless streaming.
C
Note:
Wireless performance may be affected by various factors, including the distance between the TV and your Wi-Fi
router. To improve wireless performance, we recommend placing your Wi-Fi router within 15 feet of your TV.
The use of open or unencrypted Wi-Fi networks is not recommended, as these networks are not secured, and
your data could be at risk.
E
Tip:
If your Wi-Fi router was set up by your internet service provider (ISP), you may find a sticker on the bottom of
your router indicating your Wi-Fi SSID and password.
Set up Android TV with your Android smartphone or tablet
If you have an Android phone or tablet, you can quickly and easily set up your Android TV from your Android
device. Pairing your Android device will allow you to wirelessly sync your Wi-Fi credentials, Google account, and
Android TV compatible apps. During the initial setup, you will be prompted to set up your TV with your Android
device, select
Yes
, and follow the on-screen instructions.
C
Note:
Be sure to enable pairing mode on your Android device in the beginning.
For complete instructions, please visit
www.philips.com/support
to download the
full version of the online user manual.
This product has been manufactured by
and is sold under the responsibility of Funai
Corporation, Inc., and Funai Corporation, Inc. is
the warrantor in relation to this product.
The Philips trademark and the Philips shield
emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke
Philips N.V. used under license.
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Explore your television
From the Android TV home screen, you can easily access movies, TV shows, music, apps, input devices,
settings, and more.
To go back to the home screen at any time, press
x
(
HOME
)
on your remote.
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3
4
2
6
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1
The Google Assistant
With the Google Assistant, quickly access entertainment, control smart devices, get answers on screen, and
more using your voice.
2 Inputs
Toggle inputs between your favorite source devices.
3 Network condition
Display the network status and open network settings if selected.
4 Settings
Configure your television settings and connect to wireless devices.
5 Apps
Apps gallery
You must sign in with a Google account to visit and download apps from the Google Play store.
6 How to rearrange channels
Within the row, you want to rearrange, press
J
on your remote.
To rearrange channels, select arrow (
H
/
I
) icon, and press
OK
. Use
H I
to move up or down. Press
OK
.
To delete channels, select minus (-) icon, and press
OK
.
7 Install Additional Apps
Select the “+” and click on the Google Play Store to expand your entertainment library.
8 How to move or delete applications
Select the application and long press
OK
on your remote.
To move, select
Move
in the list, and press
OK
. Use
J K
to move left or right. Press
OK
.
To delete, select
Remove from favorites
in the list, and press
OK
.
8
Live TV/Antenna
The Live TV channels feature on Android TV loads television shows, sports, news, and more from your
participating TV apps or Antenna / OTA TV tuner so you can watch them all in one place.
To select channels, use
CH + / –
on your remote. For installation of TV channels using a set-top box, go to
“ 4 Connecting your devices ”.
Add channels
To add for the first time or additional channels, please follow the steps below:
1.
On the Home menu, go to the
Apps
row and select
How to…
2.
Select
Live TV
to open channel installation page. Once open, select
Setup
and press
OK
.
3.
Select your signal type
Antenna / Cable
to start the channel installation.
Channel List
Press
OK
while viewing Live TV to open channel list. Based on the type of channels installed, select with the
yellow color key
Broadcast (conventional TV channels)
or
Network (internet TV channels)
.
Program guide
To view the latest TV program schedule, press
z
(TV GUIDE)
on your remote.
E
Tip:
Live TV feature is only compatible with antenna and select cable broadcasting. To access your cable box
or other source inputs, you must press
w
(
INPUT
)
on your remote.
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The Google Assistant
Activate the Google Assistant
E
Tip:
To enjoy all of the benefits the Google Assistant can provide, an internet connection and a Google account are
required.
How to use the remote
Press your Assistant button on your remote to talk to the Google Assistant. To learn more about the Google Assistant
visit
https://assistant.google.com
SafeSearch filter for Google search
SafeSearch can help you block inappropriate or explicit images from your Google search results. The SafeSearch
filter helps block most adult content from your television. Parental supervision is strongly recommended.
1.
On the Android TV home screen, select
Settings
in the upper right corner of the screen, and press
OK
.
2.
Select
Device Preferences
and press
OK
.
3.
Select
the Google Assistant
and press
OK
.
4.
Select
SafeSearch filter
and press
OK
.