Philips 32PS55S User Manual

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ONTENTS

Introduction

Welcome/Registration of Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Picture Menu

How to use the Picture Adjustment Controls . . . . .5

How to use the DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) Control . . . .6
How to use the Contrast + (Black Stretch) Control . . . . . . .7

Sound Menu

Using the Treble, Bass, and Balance Controls . . . .8

How to Use the AVL Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Setting the Incredible Surround Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Setting the TV for SAP (Secondary Audio Programs) . . . .11
Setting the TV to receive Stereo Programming . . . . . . . . .12

Features Menu

Using the Timer Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Understanding the AutoLock™ Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Setting Up an AutoLock™ Access Code . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
How to Block Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
How to Clear All Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Blocking Programming Based on Movie Ratings . . . . . . .18
Blocking Programming Based on TV Ratings . . . . . . . . .19
How to Use the Closed Captioning Control . . . . . . . . . . .20
How to Change the TV’s Screen Format . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Audio/Video Connections

Using the A/V Inputs Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Using the A/V Output Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Using the S-Video Input Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Using the Component Video Input Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Using the Side A/V Input Jacks and Headphone Jack . . . .26

Remote Control Use

Setting up the Sleeptimer Option . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Setting the Auto Picture Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Setting the Auto Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Using the Quadra Surf Buttons (Alternate Channel) . . . . .30
Remote Use with Accessory Devices (Direct Method) . . .31
Remote Use with Accessory Devices (Code Entry) . . . . .32
Remote Use with Accessory Devices (Search Method) . . .33
Remote Code Entry List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-36
Remote VCR Related Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

General Information

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Factory Service Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41-42
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Here are a few of the special features built into this new
Color Television:

QuadraSurf™ A remote control feature that allows you to
store and view up to ten of your favorite channels per button (4
buttons - 40 channels total). Can be set to hold movie, sports,
news channels, etc., or add the audio/video channels for a quick
source function to swap between your external accessory
devices.

AutoLock™ feature allows you to block the viewing of cer-
tain channels or external audio/video connections were you
might not want your children viewing inappropriate material.

Infrared Remote Control works your TV set, and allows
you to program certain features with the press of one button.
Can also be used with accessory devices such as VCRs, DVDs,
Cable Boxes, and more.

Audio/Video Jackpanel for direct connections of accessory
devices. Audio/Video Inputs and Outputs, along with Component
Video for DVD players. There are even convenient Side A/V
Inputs for Camcorder use.

Standard broadcast (VHF/UHF) or Cable TV (CATV)
channel capability.

Closed Captioning allows the viewer to read TV program
dialogue or voice conversations as on-screen text.

Automatic Programming of Channels for quick and easy
selection of favorite stations available in your area.

On-screen Features (in either English or Spanish) show
helpful messages for setting of TV controls.

On Timer automatically turns the TV ON at a preset time, and
channel.

Sleeptimer automatically turns the TV OFF at preset times.

AutoPicture™ allows you to set the picture color, tint, con-
trast, etc. for various types of programming such as Sports,
Movies, Personal, or Weak Signals with the push of one button.

AutoSound™ controls allow you to set the sound controls for
various types of listening programs such as Personal (sound
controls the way you set them), Theater, Music, or Voice with
the push of one button.

Treble, Bass and Balance controls to enhance the televi-
sion’s sound.

NOTE: It is possible that this owner's manual may be used
with several different television models. Not all features (and
drawings) discussed in this manual will necessarily match
those found with your television system. This is normal and
does not require you contacting your dealer or requesting
service.

Auto Lock, Auto Picture, Auto Sound, QuadraSurf

are all registered trademarks of Philips Consumer Electronics Company.

As an Energy Star® Partner, Philips Consumer
Electronics has determined this product meets the
Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Energy Star® is a U.S. registered mark. Using products with
the Energy Star® label can save energy. Saving energy reduces
air pollution and lowers utility bills.