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Philips 50PUS8506 User Manual

Philips 50PUS8506
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Table of Contents

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Philips 50PUS8506 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size50 inches
Display TechnologyLED
Smart TVYes
Operating SystemAndroid TV
HDMI Ports4
USB Ports2
Ambilight3-sided
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Audio20W, Dolby Atmos
BluetoothYes
Resolution3840 x 2160
HDRHDR10+, Dolby Vision
Wi-FiYes
ProcessorQuad Core

Summary

1 Home Screen

1.1 Home Screen and Channels

Explains the main screen and channel organization.

1.2 Apps and Philips TV Collection

Details about apps and the Philips TV Collection.

1.3 Open the Home Screen

Instructions to open the main TV interface.

1.4 Home Screen Update

Information on updates for the TV's home screen.

2 Setting Up

2.1 Read Safety

Important safety instructions before using the TV.

2.2 TV Stand and Wall Mounting

Guidance on installing the TV stand or wall mount.

2.3 Tips on Placement

Advice on optimal TV placement for viewing and Ambilight.

2.4 Power Cable

Instructions for connecting the power cable.

3 Remote Control

3.1 Key Overview

Identification and function of remote control buttons.

3.2 Pair Your Remote Control to TV

Steps to connect the remote control via Bluetooth.

3.3 Voice Search

How to use voice commands for searching.

3.4 IR Sensor

Explanation of the infrared sensor for remote operation.

3.5 Batteries

Instructions for replacing remote control batteries.

3.6 Cleaning

How to clean the remote control properly.

4 Switching On and Off

4.1 On or Standby

How to turn the TV on, switch to standby, or power off.

4.2 Keys on TV

Using the TV's physical buttons for basic operations.

5 Channels

5.1 Install Channels

Steps to install TV channels.

5.2 Channel Lists

Managing and viewing lists of available channels.

5.3 Channel List sorting

How to sort channels by type or status.

5.4 Watching channels

Tuning to channels, switching, and locking.

5.5 Favourite Channels

Creating and managing custom channel lists.

5.6 Text / Teletext

Using Teletext features for information.

5.7 Interactive TV

Using interactive TV services like HbbTV.

6 Channel Installation

6.1 Satellite Installation

Guide to installing satellite channels.

6.2 Antenna Installation

Steps for installing terrestrial channels.

6.3 Channel List Copy

Copying channel lists between TVs.

7 Connect Devices

7.1 About Connections

Overview of connecting external devices.

HDMI ARC and eARC

Connecting audio systems via HDMI ARC.

HDMI ports

Details on HDMI ports and quality.

HDMI CEC - EasyLink

Operating devices via TV remote.

7.2 CAM with Smart Card – CI+

Using Conditional Access Modules for premium channels.

7.3 Home Theatre System – HTS

Connecting audio systems.

7.4 Smartphones and Tablets

Connecting mobile devices.

7.5 Blu-ray Disc Player

Connecting a Blu-ray player.

7.6 Bluetooth

Pairing and managing Bluetooth devices.

7.7 Headphones

Connecting headphones to the TV.

7.8 Game Console

Connecting gaming consoles.

7.9 USB Hard Drive

Connecting and using USB drives for storage.

7.10 USB Keyboard

Connecting and configuring a USB keyboard.

7.11 USB Flash Drive

Viewing media from USB flash drives.

7.12 Photo Camera

Connecting digital cameras.

7.13 Camcorder

Connecting camcorders via HDMI.

7.14 Computer

Connecting a computer for use as a monitor.

8 Connect your Android TV

8.1 Network and Internet

Setting up wired and wireless network connections.

8.2 Google Account

Logging into a Google account for TV features.

8.3 Philips TV Collection App

Accessing premium apps from Philips TV Collection.

9 Apps

9.1 About Apps

Overview of apps and their sources.

9.2 Google Play

Using Google Play for movies, TV, music, and games.

9.3 Start or Stop an App

Launching and closing applications.

9.4 Lock Apps

Setting up app locks and parental controls.

9.5 Manage Apps

Lock 18+ rated apps

Locking apps based on age rating.

Restricted Profile

Creating a profile to limit app access.

9.6 Storage

Storage

Checking TV storage usage and free space.

USB Hard Drive

Using USB drives to extend storage.

10 Internet

10.1 Start Internet

Browsing websites using the TV's internet browser.

10.2 Options on Internet

Exploring additional features of the internet browser.

11 Quick Menu

Quick Menu

Accessing TV functions quickly via the Quick Menu.

12 Sources

12.1 Switch to a device

Switching between connected input sources.

One Touch Play

Starting playback from connected devices.

12.2 Options for a TV Input

Configuring settings for specific TV inputs.

12.3 Device Name and Type

Renaming and assigning types to connected devices.

12.4 Rescan Connections

Updating the list of connected devices.

13 Networks

13.1 Network

Information on connecting the TV to a network.

13.2 Bluetooth

Pairing and managing Bluetooth devices.

14 Settings

14.1 Picture

Adjusting picture settings like style, colour, contrast, sharpness.

14.2 Sound

Adjusting audio settings like style, volume, and placement.

14.3 Ambilight Settings

General settings for Ambilight customization.

14.4 Eco Settings

Power saving features like screen off and light sensor.

14.5 General Settings

General TV configurations and setup.

14.6 Clock, Region, and Language Settings

Configuring time, region, and language settings.

14.7 Android Settings

Managing installed apps and storage.

14.8 Universal Access Settings

Features for accessibility needs.

14.9 Lock Settings

Setting up app locks and parental controls.

15 Videos, Photos and Music

15.1 From a Computer or NAS

Viewing media from network storage.

15.2 Favourites Menu

Adding and viewing media files in favourites.

15.3 Most Popular Menu and Last Played Menu

Accessing popular and recently played media.

15.4 From a USB Connection

Viewing media from USB drives.

15.5 Play your Videos

Play Videos

Opening and playing video files.

Video Options

Settings for video playback.

15.6 View your Photos

View Photos

Opening and viewing photo folders.

View a photo

Viewing individual photos and slideshows.

360 Photo Options

Browse 360 photo files...

Options for viewing 360-degree photos.

Playing 360 photo files...

Controls for playback of 360 photos.

View 360 Photos

Open 360 Photos folder

Accessing folders with 360 photos.

15.7 Play your Music

Play Music

Opening and playing music files.

Music Options

Settings for music playback.

16 TV Guide

16.1 What You Need

Requirements for using the TV Guide.

16.2 TV Guide Data

Information on how TV Guide data is obtained.

16.3 Using the TV Guide

Navigating and using the TV Guide features.

Tune to a Programme

Selecting and watching a program from the guide.

View programme details

Displaying detailed information about a program.

Search by Genre

Finding programs based on genre.

List of Reminders

List of Reminders

Viewing and managing set reminders.

Set a Recording

Set a Recording

Scheduling TV program recordings.

17 Recording and Pause TV

17.1 Recording

Requirements and process for recording TV broadcasts.

What You Need

Prerequisites for recording TV programs.

Record Now

Starting an immediate recording.

Schedule a Recording

Scheduling future TV program recordings.

Recording Conflicts

Resolving overlapping recording schedules.

Auto End Margin

Adjusting recording end time buffer.

Manual Recording

Scheduling recordings without TV guide data.

17.2 Pause TV

Pausing and resuming live TV broadcasts.

What You Need

Requirements for using the pause TV function.

18 Smartphones and Tablets

18.1 Philips TV Remote App

Using the mobile app for TV control and media.

18.2 Google Cast

Casting apps and media from mobile devices.

19 Games

19.1 What You Need

Requirements for playing games on the TV.

19.2 Gamepads

Connecting wireless gamepads.

19.3 Play a Game From Game Console

Playing games from connected consoles.

20 Ambilight

20.1 Ambilight Style

Setting Ambilight effects based on video, audio, or presets.

20.4 Lounge Light Mode

Using Ambilight for ambient lighting while TV is in standby.

20.5 Sunrise Alarm

Wake-up experience using Ambilight, music, and weather.

20.6 Ambisleep

Simulating sunset to aid sleep, followed by standby.

20.7 Ambilight Extension

Synchronizing Ambilight with Philips Hue bulbs.

21 Top Picks

21.1 About Top Picks

TV recommendations for programs and videos.

Terms of Use

Agreeing to terms for personalized recommendations.

21.2 Now on TV

Viewing currently popular TV programs.

21.3 Video on Demand

Renting movies from online video stores.

22 Netflix

Netflix

Accessing the Netflix app for streaming services.

23 Alexa

23.1 About Alexa

Overview of Alexa voice control features on the TV.

About Alexa Skill

Using Alexa Skills for extended voice control.

23.2 Using Alexa

Setup and usage instructions for Alexa voice control.

24 Software

24.1 Update Software

Updating TV software via internet or USB.

Update from Internet

Instructions for updating software online.

Update from USB

Instructions for updating software using a USB drive.

Look for OAD Updates

Searching for Over-the-air Download software updates.

24.2 Software Version

Viewing the current TV software version.

25 Specifications

25.1 Environmental

Information on energy efficiency and disposal.

25.2 Power

Electrical specifications and power consumption.

25.3 Operating System

Details about the TV's operating system.

25.4 Reception

Tuner and reception specifications.

25.5 Display Type

Information on screen size and resolution.

25.6 Display Input Resolution

Supported Video only resolution

List of supported video resolutions and refresh rates.

Supported Computer/Video resolution

List of supported computer and video resolutions.

25.7 Connectivity

TV Side

Ports and connections on the side of the TV.

TV Bottom

Ports and connections on the bottom of the TV.

25.8 Sound

Output power (RMS) : 20W

Specifications for the TV's audio output power.

Dolby MS12 V2.5

Information on Dolby MS12 V2.5 audio processing.

Dolby Atmos

Support for Dolby Atmos audio technology.

DTS – HD (M6)

Information on DTS-HD audio processing.

DTS Play-Fi

Support for DTS Play-Fi wireless audio streaming.

Surround Virtualizer + Height Virtualizer

Features for enhancing surround sound experience.

Dolby Bass Enhancement

Feature for improving bass response in audio.

Dolby Dialogue Enhancement

Feature for improving dialogue clarity in audio.

25.9 Multimedia

Connections

List of physical connections and wireless interfaces.

Supported USB file systems

List of supported file systems for USB drives.

Playback formats

Supported media file containers, codecs, and subtitles.

Supported media server software

Information on compatible media server software.

26 Help and Support

26.1 Register your TV

Benefits and process of registering the TV.

26.2 Using Help

Navigating the TV's built-in help system.

TV Help on your tablet, smartphone or computer

Accessing help guides on external devices.

26.3 Troubleshooting

Solutions for common TV problems.

26.4 Online Help

Online Help

Accessing Philips online support and resources.

26.5 Support and Repair

Support and Repair

Contacting support and information on repair services.

27 Safety and Care

27.1 Safety

Important safety instructions to prevent injury or damage.

Risk of Electric Shock or Fire

Precautions against electrical hazards.

Risk of Injury or Damage to the TV

Warnings regarding physical handling and mounting.

Stability Hazards

Precautions to prevent TV tip-over.

Risk of Batteries

Safety warnings related to batteries.

27.2 Screen Care

Screen Care

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the TV screen.

Risk of Overheating

Precautions against overheating due to poor ventilation.

Lightning Storms

Safety measures during thunderstorms.

Risk of Hearing Damage

Warnings about using headphones at high volumes.

28 Terms of Use

28.1 Terms of Use - TV

Legal terms and conditions for using the TV.

28.2 Terms of Use - Smart TV

Terms for using smart TV features and privacy policy.

28.3 Terms of Use - Philips TV Collection

Terms for using the Philips TV Collection apps.

29 Copyrights

29.1 HDMI

Trademarks related to HDMI technology.

29.2 Dolby Audio

Trademarks related to Dolby Audio technology.

29.3 Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos

Trademarks related to Dolby Vision and Atmos.

29.4 DTS-HD

Trademarks related to DTS-HD technology.

29.5 DTS Play-Fi

Trademarks related to DTS Play-Fi technology.

29.6 Wi-Fi Alliance

Trademark for Wi-Fi certification.

29.7 Kensington

Trademark information for Kensington security products.

29.8 Other Trademarks

General statement about other trademarks.

30 Disclaimer regarding services and/or software offered by third parties

Disclaimer regarding services and/or software offered by third parties

Statement on third-party services and software changes.

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