PHILIPS 70PUL7553-F7 4K Ultra HD LED Google TV User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- Philips
Table of Contents
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7 series
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1 Using the Remote
How to install the batteries in the remote
(1) (2) (3)
Bluetooth Remote
This TV comes with a Bluetooth remote control to operate your TV from anywhere in your room and have access to Google Assistant to do more on your TV with your voice.
Microphone
1 (POWER)
Turn TV on or off. Press for less than 1 second to go into Quick Start
Standby. Hold for 1 second or more to go into Low Power Standby.
2 (OPTIONS)
Quick access to Settings
(Settings varies depending on active screen).
3 (BACK)
Returns to the previous screen.
4 ( HOME)
Access to your apps, Live TV, input devices, settings, and the Google Play
Store.
5 Google Assistant
Press and hold the Google Assistant button on your remote to talk to Google.
6 (DASHBOARD)
The Google TV dashboard provides a single location for users to access
settings, notifications, kids mode, and more
7 • (CURSOR as ) and OK
Moves to select an item and to determine on the various menu.
8 (GUIDE)
See what’s live on TV across different service providers in one menu. (Only
available in U.S.)
9 (INPUT)
Select input source for connected devices.
2 Best Experience
Set up with smartphone/tablet
You can quickly and easily set up your Google TV from Google Home app. You can download and launch Google Home app from your mobile. Setting up with Google Home app will allow you to wirelessly sync your Wi-Fi credentials, Google account, and Google TV compatible apps. During the initial setup, you will be prompted to set up your TV with Google Home app, select Yes, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Select Google TV mode
There are several operation modes in your Philips Google TV. You can choose
any mode based on your preferences. You can choose Google TV or Basic TV mode
during initial setup.
You can choose “Apps only mode” in Settings > Accounts & sign-in > Your
Google TV account > Apps only mode after you setup TV as Google TV mode.
Google TV mode
You can enjoy full functionality of this TV in this mode. You can browse 700,000+ movies and TV episodes. Suggestions based on what you’ve watched and what interests you make it easier to find your next favorite. Also use your voice to find movies, stream apps, play music, and control the TV.
Apps only mode
If you would like to remove recommendations from Home menu, you can switch off recommendations with this mode. In this mode, Google Assistant feature is not available. If you want to install apps, you have to go back to Google TV mode and install the apps.
Basic TV mode
If you only watch Live TV channels through the built-in tuner connected to a wall jack or via a cable/ satellite box connected to HDMI and you do not plan to use the smart features of the television to add applications to stream content, this mode is best. You can still connect to the internet to use the pre-installed apps and to receive important TV firmware updates.
Power on behavior
If you want to go to last input (ex. cable/satellite STB input) when powering on TV, go to Settings > System > Power & Energy > Power on behavior and change the setting from “Google TV home screen” to “Last used input”.
Internet connection
Wired Connection:
For the best experience, a wired connection is preferred. Connect an ethernet
cable from your router or modem to the LAN port located on the back of your
Philips Google TV.
Multiple account
You can add more than one account on your Google TV so you can sign in to
services with multiple accounts. Your media and activity can sync across
devices that your Google Account is signed in to.
To add multiple accounts, go to Settings > Accounts & sign-in > Add another
account.
Family link
You can create a family group with up to six family members and share and
enjoy Google services (YouTube music, YouTube Premium etc.) together. To
create family link, check following URL.
https://families.google.com/families
3 Explore Your Google TV
Google TV is TV personalized for you. Easily browse content from across your favorite apps and services, with specially curated recommendations based on your interests.
1 Search
Search movies, shows, apps, and more.
2 For you
Google TV home screen aggregates the best content from user’s services.
3 Live tab (U.S. only)
See what’s live on TV across different service providers in one menu. To watch
live TV, download an app from your TV service provider (if available). This
service is available only in the U.S.
4 Apps tab
Access your installed apps library or find new ones based on what you use or
download.
5 Library tab
Find movies and TV shows you’ve added in your Watchlist or rented through the
Google TV store or YouTube.
6 Dashboard
Google TV dashboard provides a single location for users to access settings,
notifications, and kids mode.
4 Live TV/Antenna
To select channels, use CH +/- on your remote.
Add TV channels
If the TV failed to scan the TV channels during the initial setup:
1. Go to Settings > Channels & Inputs > Channels > Channel Installation
mode.
2. Select your signal type Antenna/Cable.
3. Select Channel Scan to start channel installation.
TV program guide
To view the latest TV program schedule, press (GUIDE) on your remote.
In U.S., Program guide may contain 3rd party streaming program such as YouTube
TV, Pluto TV.
If you want to hide/show 3rd party streaming program list and recommendations,
go to Settings > Accounts & sign-in > Your Google TV account > Your
services and switch off/on each app.
Tip:
Live TV app can show channels which TV receives only through ANTENNA IN.
If you watch TV channels through cable set-top box, press (INPUT) and
select external input connector that is connected to cable set-top box.
Favorite channels
In U.S., you can switch to show “All channels” or only “Favorite channels” in
Live tab. In the “All channels” view, if you select channel name, a star will
show up that the channel is now in your favorites. To remove a channel from
your favorites, navigate to the channel name and select it.
The star will disappear and the channel will be removed from your favorites.
In Canada or other countries, press OK while watching Live TV to open the
channel list. You can jump to any channels from the list. And from here, you
can add your favorite channels.
5 Google Assistant
Meet your Google Assistant
Ask it questions. Tell it to do things. It’s your own personal Google, always ready to help. Simply press and hold the Google Assistant button on your remote as you ask a question or say a command to watch movies, open apps, set timer, check weather, and more – using just your voice.
To set up your Google Assistant
1. Check if the remote is connected to Bluetooth. To check if it is
paired, go to Settings > Remotes & accessories on your TV.
2. If it is not connected, pair the remote by pressing the Google
Assistant button and follow the instructions on the “Bluetooth remote control”
screen.
Privacy protection built-in
Google Assistant is designed with your privacy in mind. You can delete any voice-command history by pressing the Google Assistant button and simply saying “Delete what I just said.”
For more details on privacy, please visit:
https://safety.google/intl/en-US
6 Google Meet
Google Meet
Google Meet is an app that provides simple, high-quality video calls right from your TV. To start calling with Google Meet, the below items are required:
1. 10 Mbps or faster internet access for 1080p video call.¹
2. Google account²
3. External USB camera with a built-in mic which supports Android 11.0 or
later.
Below USB camera is compatible³ with this Philips Google TV.
Check the Philips Google TV Hook Up Guide
(https://www.download.p4c.philips.com/files/7/70pul7553_f7/70pul7553_f7_hug_aen.pdf)
for the latest compatibility updates.
| Brand | Model |
|---|---|
| Logitech | C920s |
| Logitech | C922 |
¹ If connectivity issues arise, please turn on Data Saving Mode under
Settings > Call Setup > Data Saving Mode. This reduces the necessary
bandwidth as well as the call quality.
² A Google account is required. Sign in with an existing account or create a
new one. If there is one already signed in on your Google TV, select the
account that you want to use.
³ Compatibility of USB cameras with this Philips Google TV may change over
time with USB camera hardware and/or software updates.
For more details on how to get started, please visit
https://support.google.com/meet
How to connect USB camera
Connect a USB camera with a built-in mic directly into your Google TV before
launching Google Meet.
Below is an example of how to connect and place USB camera. After you launch
Google Meet, follow onscreen instructions to setup and configure settings of
Google Meet including access to camera and mic.
Tip:
You cannot use mic on your Google TV remote for audio on Meet calls.
When you talk on Meet call, use the built-in mic in USB camera.
7 Connecting your devices
How to use external devices
Connecting antenna or cable/satellite/IPTV set-top box
Tip:
Connect your external devices to your Google TV before powering on.
If connecting to an antenna via an RF cable
DTV programs that are broadcasted in your area can be received for free
through a digital antenna.
- Antenna
- RF cable
- Cable
If connecting a set-top box via an HDMI cable
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 (INPUT) on your remote.
- HDMI cable
- RF cable
- Set-top box
Change input source
Select and change access to the attached devices such as Blu-ray
player, gaming consoles, or cable box.
Tip:
Check if the cable from your source device is properly connected into the Port
and which input connector type it is connected to.
1. Make sure both the TV and A/V device (such as a Blu-ray Disc™ player)
are powered on.
2. Press (INPUT) and select the set-top box or the connected device
and wait a few seconds until the picture appears.
How to use Chromecast built-in™ on your mobile phone/tablet
Casting allows you to mirror your favorite apps on the big screen.
Tip:
The device you are using to cast to your TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
1. On your mobile/tablet open a Chromecast built-in enabled app.
2. Tap .
3. Tap the device you would like to cast to.
How to connect Bluetooth® devices
Pairing a Bluetooth device, such as a wireless headset, keyboard, or game controller, with your Google TV.
1. Enable pairing mode on the device you would like to connect to your
TV.
2. On the Google TV home screen, press (DASHBOARD) on your remote and
select Settings.
3. Select Remote & Accessories.
4. Select Pair accessory.
5. Using your remote, select your device from the list shown on your TV.
Your Google TV will pair with your device.
Tip:
Some devices may require additional steps. Please refer to your Bluetooth
device’s user manual for more information.
To connect your remote, please see “5 Google Assistant”.
8 Parental Supervision
Kids Profile
A kids profile lets you give your children access to Google TV without the need to create an email address and password for them. With a kids profile, you can:
A) Seta bedtime and daily limits:
Set a bedtime or a daily time limit for your child.
Limits can only be set on Google TV (not through Family Link).
B) Monitor app activity:
Monitor your child’s app activity with Family Link.
C) Add and manage apps:
Download apps for your child to access on their kids profile.
You can block and unblock apps through Family Link.
Parental controls on profile: restrict access for your child by adding a
profile lock.
D) Use the Google Play Family Library:
Give your child access to shared content in the Family Library.
Note:
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A kids profile may not be available in some regions.
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To monitor parental controls, use Family Link with your Android phone.
Not all of Family Link’s parental controls are available for a kids profile. -
Kids profile does not require a separate Google account or password.
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Parents can create a kids profile for their child directly on Google TV.
Parental Controls
You can restrict your children from watching certain programs or channels by setting parental controls using a rating lock.
1. Press OK button on your remote to open the Live TV Settings menu.
2. Using the remote, move the cursor to the Gear icon and press .
3. Select Broadcast > Parental Control.
4. Enter your *PIN () > Parental Control (On) > Rating Lock > Global
Restrictions.
5. Select the rating type as described in the table below and press
OK**.
Note:
Default setting of PIN is “1234”.
If you have forgotten the current 4-digit PIN code, you can reset the code by
performing Factory data reset. Program Restrictions is displayed only when
the last selected input is not HDMI.
Rating types and restriction levels
|
United States
| United States (Film ratings)
---|---|---
| TV-Y| TV-Y7| TV-G| TV-PG| TV-14| TV-MA|
G| PG| PG-13| R| NC-17|
X
High Restrictions
Content suitable for children| | | | | | | | | | | |
Medium Restrictions
Content suitable for older children| | | | | | | | | | | |
Low Restrictions
Content suitable for teens| | | | | | | | | | | |
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.
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9 Troubleshooting
| Category | Problem | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Power | No power. |
- Ensure that the AC outlet supplies the proper voltage. Plug another electrical appliance into the AC outlet to ensure that the AC outlet operates normally.
- If a power failure occurs, unplug the AC power cord for 1 minute to allow the unit to reset itself.
Slow start up| Your TV takes a long time to start up when you turn it on.|
- When powering off the TV into Low Power Standby, there will be a longer load time when powering it back on.
- Press and hold the (POWER) for 1 second or more to go into Low Power Standby. Power consumption in this mode will be reduced (≤0.5 W).
- Pressing the (POWER) for less than 1 second will put the TV into Quick Start Standby, which will have a quicker boot time when powering back on.
Power consumption in this mode will be slightly higher. For more details, please visit www.philips.com/support
Remote| Remote buttons are not functional.|
- Re-insert or replace the AAA batteries with their polarities (+/-) as indicated on the remote battery area.
The Google Assistant button on your remote doesn’t work.|
- Make sure the remote is connected to the TV via Bluetooth. Google Assistant uses Bluetooth to create a safe connection between the remote and TV. (See step “7 Connecting your devices” on the previous page)
- Make sure Google Assistant feature was activated during initial installation. To check this, go to Settings > Accounts & sign-in > select Google TV account > Google Assistant to see if you are logged into an active account.
Network| Cannot connect to the Wi-Fi network.|
- Check if your router and/or modem is properly connected.
- Check if the Ethernet cable connection between the TV and your router or modem is properly secured.
- Power cycle the router and/or modem.
- Check your network settings.
Slow data connection or buffering.|
- Check the settings between your router and ISP modem or gateway (if applicable).
- Connect to a stable wireless connection from home wireless or wired network.
- The use of mobile hot spots or public wireless connections is not recommended.
- 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.
Performance| Remote response is delayed or sluggish during initial use.|
- Your TV is automatically downloading and installing the latest applications for the best user experience. During this time, you may experience a delayed response from your remote. Upon successful installation, your remote will operate normally.
Google Meet| USB camera does not work.|
- Check if USB camera supports Android 11.0 or later. (May be listed on USB camera packaging or manufacturer’s website)
- Check if USB camera is connected to the TV.
- Turn off the TV and disconnect/reconnect USB camera. Turn the TV back on and reopen the Meet app.
- If issues remain, please visit the Meet support page and check the Troubleshoot section.
(https://support.google.com/meet)
Other party cannot hear anything.
(My microphone does not work.)|
- Check if USB camera has a built-in mic and supports Android 11.0 or later. (May be listed on USB camera packaging or manufacturer’s website)
- Check if your microphone is muted. (Please unmute if so)
- Check if USB camera is connected to the TV.
- Turn off the TV and disconnect/reconnect USB camera. Turn the TV back on and reopen the Meet app.
- If issues remain, please visit the Meet support page and check the Troubleshoot section.
(https://support.google.com/meet)
I cannot hear other party.
(Speaker does not work.)|
- Check if the volume of the TV is muted or very low. (Please unmute or turn the volume up if so)
- Check if USB camera is connected to the TV.
- Turn off the TV and disconnect/reconnect USB camera. Turn the TV back on and reopen the Meet app.
- If issues remain, please visit the Meet support page and check the Troubleshoot section.
(https://support.google.com/meet)
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