Philips 21PT5401-01 User Manual

Introduction

Table of Contents

Thank you for purchasing this television set. This handbook has been designed to help you install and operate your TV set. We would strongly recommend that you read it thoroughly. We hope our technology meets entirely with your satisfaction.

Note:

Specification and information subject to change without notice.

Installation

Installing your television set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

The keys on the TV set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

The remote control keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Quick installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Programme sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Other settings in the Install menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Manual store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Operation

Picture settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Sound adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Timer function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

TV lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Teletext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Peripherals

Connecting peripheral equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Video recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Side connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

To select connected equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Practical information

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Safety Information: Electric, Magnetic and Electromagnetic Fields . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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Recycling

This packaging of this set can be recovered or recycled.Apply to the local authorities in order to minimise environmental waste.

Disposal of your old product.

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means 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 normal household waste.The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

The television set has 5 keys which are located on the front or the top of the set depending on the model.The on/off key switches the TV set on/off.

The VOLUME - + (- ” +) keys are used to adjust sound levels.The PROGRAM - + (- P + or - +) keys are used to select the required programmes.To access the menus, simultaneously hold down the

” - and ” +

keys.The PROGRAM - + keys may then be used to select an adjustment and the -

” +

keys to make that adjustment. To exit from the menus, hold down the 2

” -

and

” + keys.

Note: when the Child Lock function is activated, these keys are unavailable (refer to Features menu on page 8).

Positioning the television set

Place your TV on a solid, stable surface, leaving a space of at least 5 cm around the appliance. To avoid accidents, do not put anything on the set such as a cloth or cover, a container full of liquid (vase) or a heat source (lamp).The set must not be exposed to water.

Connections

• Insert the aerial plug into the : socket at

the rear of the set.

• For the versions equipped with a radio: insert the radio aerial socket into the FM ANT socket using the adapter supplied.

If you are using an indoor aerial, reception may be difficult in certain conditions.You can improve reception by rotating the aerial. If the reception remains poor, you will need to use an external aerial.

• Insert the mains plug into a wall socket (220240 V / 50 Hz).

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Remote control

Insert the two R6-type batteries (supplied) making sure that they are the right way round. Check that the mode selector is set to TV.

The batteries supplied with this appliance do not contain mercury or nickel cadmium. If you have access to a recycling facility, please do not discard your used batteries (if in doubt, consult your dealer).When the batteries are replaced, use the same type.

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Switching on

To switch on the set,press the on/off key. A red indicator comes on and the screen lights up. Go straight to the chapter Quick installation on page 5. If the television remains in standby mode, press P

# on the remote control.

The indicator will flash when you use the remote control.

5 cm

Installing your television set

The keys on the TV set

FM.

ANT.

Safety Information

• Plug the TV into a 220V – 240V AC, 50 Hz supply.

• Disconnect mains plug when : – the red light below the TV screen is flashing continuously. – a bright white line is displayed across the screen. – there is a lightning storm. – the set is left unattended for a prolonged period of time.

• Cleaning the TV screen. Never use abrasive cleaning agents. Use a slight damp chamois leather or soft cloth.

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on top of the TV or in the vicinity.

• Do not place your TV set under direct sunlight or heat.

• Do not cover or block the TV as it could lead to overheating.

• Leave at least 5 cm around each side of TV set to allow for proper ventilation.

• Avoid placing your set (e.g. near the window) where it is likely to be exposed to rain or water.

• Battery Usage CAUTION – To prevent battery leakage that may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:

– Install all batteries correctly, with + and – aligned as marked on the unit. – Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). – Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.

• The apparatus must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Useful Tips

• Do not leave your set on standby mode for a prolonged period of time. Switch off set to allow it to be demagnetised.A demagnetised set supports good picture quality.

• Do not shift or move the set around when it is switched on.Uneveness in colour in some parts of the screen may occur.

• Never attempt to repair a defective TV yourself.Always consult a skilled service personnel.

Remote control keys

& Radio / TV mode

To switch the TV set to radio or TV mode (for versions equipped with radio).

é Surround Sound (only available on certain versions).

To activate / deactivate the surround sound effect. In stereo, this gives the impression that the speakers are further apart. For models equipped with Virtual Dolby Surround*,you can experience Dolby Surround Pro Logic sound effects.In mono, a stereo spatial effect is simulated.

“ Screen information / permanent no.

To display / clear the program number, name (if it exists), time, audio mode and time remaining for the sleep feature. Press the key for 5 seconds to activate permanent display of the number.

‘ Pre-set sound

Used to access a series of stored settings: Voice,

Music, Theatre and return to Personal.

( Menu

To call up or exit the menus.

§ Cursor / Format

These 4 keys are used to navigate through the menus.The îÏ keys are used to enlarge or compress the picture vertically.

è Volume

To adjust the sound level.

! Mute

To mute or restore the sound.

ç Number keys

Direct access to the programmes.For a 2 digit program, enter the 2nd digit before the dash disappears.

! Sleep

To select an automatic standby after a preset time (from 0 to 180 minutes).

Standby

Lets you place the TV set on standby.To turn on the TV, press P @#, b,0 to 9 (or Â).

# Sound mode (only available on stereo versions)

Used to force programmes in Stereo to Mono or, for bilingual programs, to choose between Dual I or

Dual II. For TV sets equipped for Nicam reception,

depending on the programmes, you can force the

Stereo Nicam sound to Mono or select between Nicam Dual I, Nicam Dual II and Mono.

The Mono indication is red when in forced position.

$ Teletext keys (p.9) % Pre-set image

Used to access a series of stored settings: Rich,

Natural, Soft, Multimedia and return to Personal.

& Teletext (p. 9) ( Program selection

To access the next or previous programme.The number, (name) and sound mode are displayed for a few moments.

For some programs, the title of the program will be displayed at the bottom of the screen.

) Selection of EXT socket

Press several times to select EXT and AV.

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