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Philips 29PT9417/12 - User Manual

Philips 29PT9417/12
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English
Contents
Preparation ...................................................................................... 2
Keys on top of the TV ................................................................... 2
Your remote control .................................................................. 3-4
To use the menus ........................................................................... 5
Select the menu language and country ..................................... 5
Store TV channels .......................................................................... 6
Automatic installation ............................................................6
Manual installation................................................................... 6
Give name ................................................................................. 7
Reshuffle the programme list................................................. 7
Select favourite TV channels ................................................. 7
Install TV setup ............................................................................... 8
General .................................................................................. 8-9
Source ........................................................................................ 9
Decoder .................................................................................... 9
Demo .............................................................................................. 10
Installation
TV menu
Picture menu .......................................................................... 10
Sound menu ........................................................................... 11
Features menu ....................................................................... 12
Dual screen / PIP / Multipip................................................. 13
NEXTVIEW/Teletext guide ...................................................... 14-15
Teletext ..................................................................................... 16-17
Connect peripheral equipment
Connecting and selecting equipment .................................18-19
Audio- and video equipment keys ............................................ 20
Tips ................................................................................................ 21
Operation
EasyLink features are based on the “one touch operation”
approach.This means that a sequence of actions are executed at
the same time in both the television and the video cassette
recorder, provided both are fitted with the EasyLink function and
connected with the eurocable supplied with your video recorder.
R End of life directives
Philips is paying a lot of attention to
producing environmentally-friendly in
green focal areas.Your new TV contains
materials which can be recycled and
reused. At the end of its life specialised
companies can dismantle the
discarded TV to concentrate the
reusable materials and to minimise
the amount of materials to be
disposed of.
Please ensure you dispose of your old
TV according to local regulations.
Help?
If this instruction manual does
not give an answer or if ‘Tips’ do
not solve your TV problem, you
can call your Local Philips
Customer or Service Centre. See
the supplied World-wide
guarantee booklet.
Please, have the Model and
Product number which you can
find at the back of your
television set or on the
packaging, ready, before calling
the Philips helpline.
Model: 29PT9417
Product No: AG ....................................
2195.1 gb 03-03-2003 09:57 Pagina 1
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Philips 29PT9417/12 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size29 inches
Display TechnologyCRT
Aspect Ratio4:3
HD SupportNo
Pixel PlusYes
Number of speakers2
TeletextYes
TV SystemPAL/SECAM
Sound Output2 x 10W
Comb filter3D comb filter
Sound SystemStereo

Summary

Preparation and TV Controls

Initial Setup Procedures

Steps for TV placement, ventilation, power, aerial, and remote setup.

Powering On the TV

Instructions on how to switch the TV on using the power button or remote.

Keys on Top of the TV

Details the functions of the physical buttons located on the TV set.

Remote Control Operation

Basic Remote Functions

Explains core buttons like Standby, OK, MENU, and volume/mute controls.

Device Control Keys

Details keys for operating external equipment like VCR, DVD, SAT, AMP, CD.

Feature Activation Keys

Explains keys for activating features like Teletext, Pixel Plus, and Surround modes.

Menu and Installation Navigation

Using the TV Menus

Explains how to navigate and select options within the TV's menu system.

Select Menu Language and Country

Steps to set the TV's language and country for proper operation.

Storing TV Channels

Automatic Installation

Guides through the process of automatically searching and storing TV channels.

Manual Installation

Explains how to tune and store TV channels manually, channel by channel.

Channel Management Features

Naming TV Channels

How to assign custom names to stored TV channels.

Reordering Programme List

Instructions on how to change the sequence of stored TV channels.

Selecting Favourite Channels

Steps to designate specific TV channels or externals as favorites.

TV Setup Options

General Settings

Adjusts frequently used settings not covered in Picture or Sound menus.

Smart Surf Configuration

Setting up the Smart Surf feature for quick channel selection.

Dual Screen and PIP Settings

Selecting display formats for dual screen, PIP, or Multipip modes.

Freeze Format Options

Choosing between Freeze, Replay, or Photo Finish for paused images.

Factory Settings Reset

Restores picture and sound settings to default values.

NEXTVIEW Provider Setup

Selecting the broadcaster for NEXTVIEW data.

OSD Settings

Configuring the display of channel and programme information on screen.

Teletext and Decoder Features

Teletext Level 2.5 Settings

Adjusting teletext display for enhanced colours and backgrounds.

Set;Change Code (PIN)

Setting or changing the Personal Identification Number for child lock.

Auto Surround Sound

Enabling automatic adjustment of surround sound mode.

Connecting External Inputs

Indicating the type of peripheral connected to external inputs.

Configuring Decoder Programmes

Defining programme numbers for decoder or descrambler input.

Demo and Picture Settings

Demonstrating TV Features

Allows demonstration of TV features separately or in a continuous loop.

Smart Picture Presets

Selecting predefined picture settings or personal preferences.

Digital Picture Options

Adjusting advanced picture enhancements like Pixel Plus and contrast.

Sound and Active Control Settings

Automatic Picture Optimization

TV automatically measures and corrects signals for best picture quality.

Smart Sound Presets

Selecting predefined sound settings or personal preferences.

Surround Mode Options

Selecting surround sound modes like Dual I-II, Mono/Stereo, or 3D effect.

Features Menu Options

Programme List Access

Switching over to the selected TV channel or external input.

Subtitle Settings

Enabling or disabling subtitles for TV channels.

On Timer Settings

Setting the TV to switch on at a specific time and day.

Child Lock Configuration

Locking channels, programmes, or categories based on age or time.

Zoom Function

Adjusting picture magnification and position on the screen.

Dual Screen; PIP; Multipip

Display Options

Selecting and configuring dual screen, PIP, and Multipip viewing modes.

Positioning and Sizing PIP

Defining the position and size of a single Picture-in-Picture screen.

NEXTVIEW; Teletext Guide

Using the NEXTVIEW Guide

Navigating the electronic programme guide for TV listings.

Selecting TV Channels by Theme

Quickly selecting TV programmes based on defined themes.

Teletext Guide Functions

Basic Teletext Functions

Covers Review, Record, Remind, and Lock functions for teletext.

Acquiring NEXTVIEW Information

Explains how NEXTVIEW information is acquired and updated.

Teletext Operations

Switching Teletext On;Off

Activating or deactivating the teletext service.

Selecting Teletext Pages

Navigating to specific teletext pages using numbers or cursor keys.

Subpage Navigation

Selecting different subpages when a teletext page has multiple parts.

Enlarging Teletext Pages

Increasing the size of teletext text for better readability.

Hypertext Features

Jumping to page numbers or searching for words within teletext.

Teletext Menu Options

Reveal Hidden Information

Showing or hiding solutions to riddles and puzzles on teletext pages.

Favourite Teletext Pages

Storing and managing up to eight favourite teletext pages.

Searching Teletext Words

Using the on-screen keyboard to search for specific words in teletext.

Timed Teletext Page Display

Setting a specific teletext page to display at a certain time.

Teletext Language Settings

Adjusting the language group for correct teletext character display.

Connecting Peripheral Equipment

Recorder Connection

Diagrams and steps for connecting VCR, DVD+RW recorders.

Decoder and Recorder Connection

Connecting decoders and recorders using eurocables.

Other Equipment Connection

Connecting satellite receivers, DVD players, or game consoles.

Side Connections

Connecting cameras, camcorders, and headphones via side ports.

Audio and Video Connections

Connect Stereo Amplifier

Connecting an amplifier and two extra front loudspeakers for enhanced sound.

Select Connected Equipment

Selecting connected equipment like EXT1, EXT2, EXT3, or SIDE.

Recorder or DVD with EasyLink

Controlling recorder functions like playback and recording using the TV remote.

Equipment Operation and Recording

Audio- and Video Equipment Keys

Using specific keys on the remote to control audio and video equipment.

Selecting Submodes for DVD;SAT;CDR

Choosing specific modes for DVD, SAT, or CDR playback.

Record with EasyLink

Starting a direct recording of the TV programme using the remote.

Tips and Troubleshooting

Screen Care

Instructions for cleaning the TV screen safely and effectively.

Poor Picture Quality

Troubleshooting common issues related to picture clarity and reception.

No Picture or Sound Issues

Diagnosing and resolving problems with the TV's picture or sound output.

Remote Control Problems

Troubleshooting issues with the remote control's responsiveness.

Menu Navigation Issues

Guidance on exiting or correcting wrong menu selections.

NEXTVIEW Information Issues

Addressing problems with NEXTVIEW data display or updates.

Standby Power Consumption

Information on the TV's energy consumption in standby mode.

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