PHILIPS 50PFL5907 LED TV User Guide

: June 16, 2024
: Philips

Table of Contents

PHILIPS 50PFL5907 LED TV
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Connect external devices
Network setup
What’s in the box
Mount base onto TV
Connect the power and antenna or cable
Control panel
Using the remote control
First-time setup
Philips Wireless MediaConnect
Connection overview
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

PHILIPS 50PFL5907 LED TV

Product Information

The product is a TV model with multiple variations: 55PFL5907, 50PFL5907, 46PFL5907, and 42PFL5907. It offers various features and connectivity options for an enhanced viewing experience.

Specifications

Model: 55PFL5907, 50PFL5907, 46PFL5907, 42PFL5907
Connectivity: HDMI, VGA, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Audio Output: ARC (Audio Return Channel)
Supported Devices: Blu-ray/DVD player, home theater system, cable/satellite set-top box, PC, game console

Product Usage Instructions

Connect External Devices
To connect external devices to your TV, you can use the following options:

HDMI: Connect your Blu-ray/DVD player, home theater system, cable/satellite set-top box, PC, or game console using HDMI cables.
VGA: Connect your PC using a VGA cable.
USB: Insert a USB memory stick to access media files.

Network Setup
To connect your TV to the internet, follow these steps:

Connect an Ethernet cable from your network provisioning equipment to the back/side of the TV.
Access the Network settings on your TV.
Select the appropriate setup option based on your wireless router:
- Easy Connect (if your router has Wi-Fi Protected Setup – WPS)
- Scan (if your router does not have WPS or if you have non-WPS devices)
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the network connection setup.

Watch TV
To watch TV on your connected cable/satellite set-top box, follow these steps:

Select the “Watch TV” option on your TV.

Browse USB
To browse media files from a connected USB memory stick, follow these steps:

Select the “Browse USB” option on your TV.

Browse PC
To browse media files from a connected PC, follow these steps:

Select the “Browse PC” option on your TV.

Net TV
To access Net TV and its features, follow these steps:

Select the “Net TV” option on your TV.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find further assistance?
A: For further assistance, visit our website at www.philips.com/support. You can also call the customer support service in your country.
Q: How can I improve my TV’s picture quality for HD viewing?
A: Your TV’s picture quality for HD viewing depends on the connected signal source. Contact your local Cable/Satellite provider to inquire about High Definition Signal availability in your area.
Q: How do I update the TV’s software?
A: Your TV requires software updates for performance and feature enhancements. When a new firmware version is detected, an auto-update announcement will appear. Refer to page 12 of the manual for detailed instructions on updating the software.

If you have any questions, please visit our website at www. philips.com/support

For further assistance, call the customer support service in your country.

To obtain assistance, contact Philips Customer Care Center;

In the U.S.A., Canada, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands
1 866 309 0843
Enter below the model and serial numbers located on the back and right side of the TV cabinet.

Best
Connection for Digital High Definition Video & Audio.

Better
Connection for products that do not have HDMI Output.

Good
Connection for non-HD accessory products.

Remember, your TV picture quality for HD viewing is based on the connected signal source.
Contact your local Cable / Satellite provider for High Definition Signal availability in your area.

Connect external devices

Connectivity at a glance

HDMI 1 (HDMI-DVI) + PC Audio
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4
Component Video + Audio L/R
Composite Video + Audio
VGA

Network setup

Wired
Please connect a live Ethernet cable from your network provisioning equipment to the back/side of this TV before proceeding with the setup below.

Your TV requires software updates once in a while for performance and feature enhancements. Auto update announcement will pop up when new firmware version is detected.

Wireless

Please make a note of the name of your wireless network, its security type and security code before proceeding with the setup 6b In the process below, use either 6a or 6b.

Press OK to exit.

Enjoy your Net TV!

Network service icons may differ according to country you set.
VUDU can only be viewed in the USA and Netfl ix (version 3.1) equipped with this unit is applicable in the USA and Canada only.

What’s in the box

Mount base onto TV

Connect the power and antenna or cable

Control panel

(POWER / STANDBY)
Touch to turn the unit On and go into Standby mode. To completely turn Off the unit, you must unplug the AC power cord.
CH + / −
Touch to select channels or to move up ( +) / down ( −) when selecting menu items.
SOURCE
Toggle to select connected devices.
VOLUME + / −
Press to adjust the volume down (−) / up (+) or to move left (−) / right (+) when selecting menu items.
Ambient light sensor
Alters the brightness of the TV screen automatically by detecting your room lighting level. Do not block the light sensor allowing it to work properly.
Power On indicator
Lights up white when the unit is turned On and fl ashes while the unit is turning On.
Infrared sensor
Receives IR signals from remote control.

Using the remote control

(POWER-ON / STANDBY-ON)
VUDU
Access to VUDU directly.
EasyLink(HDMI CEC) buttons
Functionally useful for EasyLink(HDMI CEC), net service and DLNA.
FORMAT
Selects a picture format.
(MENU button)
Access to menu.
INFO
Displays information about the TV channel or accessory device.
OK
▲▼◄►(NAVIGATION buttons)
OPTIONS
Displays a list of menu items applicable to the highlighted object or screen.
(PREV. CH button)
CH +/−
+/− (VOLUME)
Apps (App1/App2/App3/App4) buttons
Works as direct access to user speciﬁ ed net apps.
0 − 9 (NUMBER buttons
DOT
SLEEP
MUTE
BACK
Go back to previous menu or screen.
NET TV
Access to Net TV menu directly.
SOURCE
Toggle and select connected devices.
NETFLIX
Access to Netﬂ ix directly.

First-time setup

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your TV setup.

Philips Wireless MediaConnect

Get the software ﬁrst!

Make a note of the MediaConnect code
Press , then use ▲▼◄► to select Setup > Software > MediaConnect code.
Write down the 12-digit code displayed on the screen. You will need this to download MediaConnect software.
Visit our web site at: www.wiﬁmediaconnect.philips.com
Download
Enter the 12-digit code you wrote at step 1 and download the MediaConnect software.
Install
Once downloaded, run the ﬁ le ‘Philips Wireless MediaConnect_setup.exe’. Follow the instructions on your PC to complete the installation.

PC and Network Requirements

Supported OS
Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.5 or above (PC only)

Minimum requirements

Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz
512MB RAM
IEEE 802.11n (PC & Wireless Router)

Recommended requirements

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.1GHz
1GB RAM

Connection overview

Caution
Disconnect the AC power cord before connecting devices.

Note for USB terminal
The software upgrade is, in most cases, handled by an authorized service person or in some circumstances the user may be asked to do the software upgrade themselves.
If you need to upgrade the software, please visit www.philips.com/support

For HDMI 1 only
In addition to normal HDMI functionality, outputs TV audio to an HDMI ARC- compliant device, such as a home theater system.

For complete instructions, please visit www.philips.com/support to download the full version of the User Manual.

Philips and Philips Shield are used under license of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
www.philips.com/support