Handling the remote control ......22 3.6. Operating range of the remote control ..22 12. Technical Specifications ..........77 3.7. USB Cover ............23 Warranty policy for Philips Professional Display 3.8. AC Switch Cover ..........24 Solutions .................79 3.9. Installing the 4G module .......25 Index ..................81...
When turning off the display by detaching the power cord, wait 6 seconds before re-attaching the power cord for normal operation. • Ensure the use of an approved power cord provided by Philips at all times. If your power cord is missing, please contact your local service center. •...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D • Environmental absolute ratings Item Min. Max. Unit Storage temperature °C Operation temperature °C Glass Surface temperature °C (Operation) Storage humidity % RH Operating humidity % RH • LCD panel temperature need to be 25 degrees Celsius at all time for better luminance performance.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Use only an RF shielded cable that was supplied with the display when connecting this display to a computer device.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a three-prong socket). All equipment that works together (computer, display, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply source.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Information for U.K. only WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Important: This apparatus is supplied with an approved moulded 13A plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows:+ 1. Remove fuse cover and fuse.
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Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old display from your local Philips dealer. (For customers in Canada and U.S.A.) This product may contain lead and/or mercury.
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For more information about E -waste please visit http://www.india.philips.com/about/sustainability/recycling/index.page and to know where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling in India please contact on below given contact details.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Batteries For EU: The crossed-out wheeled bin implies that used batteries should not be put to the general household waste! There is a separate collection system for used batteries, to allow proper treatment and recycling in accordance with legislation.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Unpacking and Installation 2.1. Unpacking • This product is packed in a carton, together with the standard accessories. • Any other optional accessories will be packed separately. • As this product is high and heavy, the operation of moving the device is recommended to be performed by two technicians.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D • When removing the display from the box, leave the protective bag inside and take care not to touch the glass of the display to avoid any damage. PE Bag • Please keep the display upright when moving it.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D • Keep the display upright, without bending or twisting it while moving.
* The supplied power cord varies depending on destination. • USB cover • AC Switch cover • Cable Clip x 2PCS • Philips logo plate Power Cord RS232 Cable RS232 Daisy IR Sensor Cable • CRD22 Wi-Fi module Chain Cable...
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 2.4. Mounting on a Wall To mount this display on a wall, a standard wall-mounting kit (commercially available) is required. It is recommended that you use a mounting interface that complies with TUV-GS and /or UL1678 standard in North America.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 2.5. Mounting in Portrait Orientation This display can be installed in portrait orientation. Rotate the display 90 degrees counterclockwise. The “ ” logo should be on the right side when facing the display. NOTE: The working hour in portrait mode is 18 hours per day.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Parts and Functions 3.1. Control Panel 3 4 5 6 7 8 [ ] button [MENU] button Press this button to turn the display on or put it in Return to the previous menu while the OSD menu is On.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.2. Input/Output Terminals RJ45 USB3.0 (Service Port) USB3.0 MICRO USB EXPANSION SLOT RS232 IR-IN IR-OUT AUDIO HDMI 1 IN HDMI 2 IN DP IN DP OUT DVI-I IN LINE IN 11 12 13 AC IN USB 3.0 / USB 3.0 AC power input from the wall outlet.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.3. Remote Control [ ] INFO button Show Information OSD. 3.3.1. General functions NAVIGATION buttons Root Menu: Go to the OSD of Smart picture. Main Menu: Move the selected item up to make adjustment. IR Daisy Chain Menu: Increase the controlled Group ID number.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.3.2. ID Remote Control Press the [ID] button and the red LED blinks twice. 1. Press [ID SET] button for more than 1 second to enter the Set remote control ID number when using several displays. ID Mode. The red LED lights up.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.3.3. Remote Control buttons on Android [PLAY] buttons source Control playback of media files. [ ] Play the media files directly. [ ] Pause playing. [ ] Stop playing media files. After stopping playing by pressing [ ] button, press [ ] again, playback will be started from the beginning of the file.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D ] OPTIONS button Open toolbox in Media Player or PDF Player. 1. Media Player or PDF Player -> Compose -> Edit or add a new playlist -> press [ ] to open toolbox. The toolbox will slide in from the left side of the screen.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.4. Inserting the batteries in the remote control The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries. To install or replace the batteries: 1. Press and then slide the cover to open it. 2. Insert the batteries with the correct polarity (+) and (–).
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.7. USB Cover • Use the USB cover and screws to cover the USB stick 1. Plugin the USB device. 2. Use the screw provided to fix the USB cover. • Maximum suitable size for the USB stick: USB: 20(W)x10(H)x60(L) mm...
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.8. AC Switch Cover Use AC Switch Cover to cover the AC switch. 1. Release the screw. 2. Install the AC Switch Cover. 3. Fix the AC Switch Cover with the screw in step1.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3.9. Installing the 4G module 1. Please consult a professional technician to install the 4G module. 2. Power off the display. 3. Loosen the screw on the service cover to take the service cover out. The 4G board is on the back side of the service cover. Flip over the service cover and ensure that the 4G cables are attached firmly to the 4G board.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Connecting External Equipment 4.1. Connecting External Equipment (Multimedia Player) 4.1.1. Using HDMI video input HDMI IN Multimedia Player [HDMI IN] HDMI Out Connecting a PC 4.2. 4.2.1. Using DVI input IR-IN IR-OUT AUDIO DVI-I IN LINE IN Audio Out...
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 4.4. Connecting Multiple Displays in a Daisy-chain Configuration You can interconnect multiple displays to create a daisy-chain configuration for applications such as a menu board. 4.4.1. Display control connection Connect the [RS232 OUT] connector of DISPLAY 1 to the [RS232 IN] connector of DISPLAY 2.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Wire-connecting to Network 4.7. INTERNET ROUTER [RJ-45] [RJ-45] Network Settings: 1. Switch the router on and enable its DHCP setting. 2. Connect the router to this display with an Ethernet cable. Setup 3. Press [ ] HOME button on the remote control, then select Connect to network 4.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Operation 2. Admin mode: • Press “Home + 1888” to enter the Admin mode. Please NOTE: The control button described in this section is mainly make sure that you see the Home OSD menu after “Home” is pressed, and then press 1888 in sequence.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 3) Network page (Wi-Fi will not be visible if no Wi-Fi dongle is connected.) 3.1) Ethernet page: 4) Storage page 5) Help page Display QR to link to Philips support website.
Save: Save the schedule. 4. If an empty playlist is selected, the App will guide you through selecting the media source. All media files should be stored in /philips/ of root directory. For example, videos: {root dir of storage}/philips/video/...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 7-1 From the side menu bar, the following functions are 5. If you select “USB” storage, the App will guide you available: through selecting the USB device. - select all: select all storage files. - delete all: delete all playlist files.
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Note: If the playlist contains video and music files, the screen becomes black when playing music file. Step 2. Copy “mpplaylistX.txt” to “philips” folder of internal storage. You may use FTP to do this. File path : /storage/emulated/legacy/philips (for DL, PL) Ex.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 5.5. Browser Before using this feature, ensure that the system is connected successfully to the network. (See 6.1.1.1. Wi-Fi & 6.1.1.2. Ethernet) 1. Main page of “Browser” App which allows you to make related settings. 4. Press “Option” and a list will appear on the left side.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D • Select a browser file. • Select the storage where the file will be exported to. • Import the browser file and the URL will be listed on the • A dialog box displays the path of the file to be saved as screen.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 7.2 Reload Allow users to set the webpage reload time. a. If the enable checkbox is unchecked, the default reload time is 60 seconds. Note: In this case, the webpage only reloads when the network state changes. If the network state is always connected, the webpage will not reload after 60 seconds.
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9. How to edit the URL list via FTP Step 1. Create a text file of media player. File name: bookmarklist.txt. Content: Step 2. Copy bookmarklist.txt to “philips” folder of your internal storage. You may use FTP to do this. File path: /storage/emulated/legacy/philips (for DL, Ex. /storage/emulated/legacy/philips/bookmarklist.txt Step 3.
4. If an empty playlist is selected, the App will guide you Thursday, Friday, Saturday. through selecting the media source. Every week: All media files should be stored in /philips/ of root Set a weekly schedule. directory. For example, pdfs : {root dir of storage}/philips/pdf/ 5.6.2.
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File name : pdfplaylistX.txt, “X” means playlist number(1,2,3,4,5,6,7). Ex. pdfplaylist1.txt, pdfplaylist2.txt Content: Step 2. Copy pdfplaylistX.txt to “philips” folder of the internal storage. You may use FTP to do this. File path : /storage/emulated/legacy/philips (for DL, Ex. /storage/emulated/legacy/philips/pdfplaylist1.txt Step 3. Add the PDF files to the “PDF” folder in the...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Ex. /storage/emulated/legacy/philips/pdf/xxx.pdf /storage/emulated/legacy/philips/pdf/yyy.pdf /storage/emulated/legacy/philips/pdf/zzz.pdf Step 4. Start the PDF player App, it will import the text file of PDF player automatically. Note. Once the playlist file (text) is imported, any changes made through the remote control will not be recorded in the playlist text file.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 5.7. Custom App Set up the application for Customer Source. Note: (1) It only displays the App installed by user. (2) System’s pre-installed App is not displayed. 5.7.1. OSD Menu operation: RCU: Source > Custom If a customer APK is set, the PD will open the customer App when switching the source to Customer mode.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Setting Wi-Fi Off 6.1. Settings Enter PD settings by clicking “Settings” icon in Admin mode. Wi-Fi On On the available network list, select an AP (access point) on an existing wireless network. Setting menu consists of the following items: (1) Network &...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Note: Wi-Fi Preference Wi-Fi connection will be disabled automatically when Settings -> Network & Internet -> Wi-Fi -> Wi-Fi Preference Ethernet connection is enabled. Ethernet Static IP When the Connection Type is changed to “Static IP”, the user can manually set the Ethernet IP Address, Gateway, Netmask and DNS 1/2 address.
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Philips logo and replace it with the user selected boot animation file. If user does not set a boot animation 6.1.2. Connected devices file for User mode, the default Philips boot animation will be displayed during boot time. Show the devices connected via Bluetooth.
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“bootanimation.zip” has not been saved by the user before. enters sleep mode. The function of mailing out the Default Philips logo appears during system boot up. screenshot is consequently suspended. The screenshot- related features will be restarted when the system enters active mode.
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(FTP server default port). (5). Save to SICP network port setting in “Settings -> Signage Display The screen images will be saved in the folder “philips/ -> Network Application -> SICP network port”. screenshot” of the internal storage. FTP network port settings in “Settings -> Signage Display ->...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D You may be prompted to log in to your Google Account again to confirm your identity. Step 1 - Select “2-Step Verification” If 2-Step Verification is off, click to enable it. Step 3 - Use your phone to complete configuration Use on-screen instructions and available options to complete 2-Step verification using your phone.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Record the auto-generated app password or simply select it and copy to the clipboard for later use. Step 4 - Create the App Password Click on the “App Password” option to create a new application password: Manager Email Step 5 - Add New App Name Specify the destination address to receive the e-mail.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D (4). Port: The port number for the FTP server is available in the range from 1025 to 65535, the default setting is 2121. The following port number cannot be used: 8000 / 9988 / 15220 / 28123 / 28124 and SICP network port (default 5000).
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 6.1.3.3. Source Settings The APKs pre-installed by the system will not be shown on the list. Only the APKs that were installed manually will be Settings -> Signage Display -> Source Settings listed. Users can configure the detailed options of the source APK.
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Settings -> Signage Display -> System Tools -> Import & (1). All Export Clear the folder “Philips” from the internal storage and USB. (2). Internal Storage This function allows you to import/export the settings and Clear the folder “Philips” from the internal storage only.
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Note: Security If the selected storage (internal storage, USB external storage ) does not contain Philips/folder, then the system will create Settings -> Signage Display -> System tools -> Security it automatically. External Storage Lock A list of all available storage (internal storage and USB...
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If disabling logging, all data will be saved to a zip file such Only the USB port near the Ethernet port can support scaler as {root directory of USB storage}/ philips/Log/xxBDL4650D- firmware update. Log-{ yyyy-MM-dd-HH-mm-ss }.zip System will automatically search “{panel size}_4650D.bin” in...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 6.1.5. Security The prefix of the filename for the panel size must match the panel size of the platform. Settings->Security For example, in 50BDL4650D platform, only 50_4650D.bin can be accepted. Please note that: Keep the system power on during Scaler FW update, do not 6.1.5.1.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D On-screen keyboard Let user set default software IME (Virtual keyboard) and control detailed IME settings. The Japanese IME will automatically be installed when user selects Japanese language in OOBE. Developer options Settings -> System -> Developer options Physical keyboard Android developer options for developers, default is on and USB debugging is on by default.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 6.2. Supplementary mode Loop delay-time Folder1 mode Loop delay-time Folder2 6.2.1. Quick Info An example of a desc.txt file is: Press “Info + 77” to startup quick info. 1920 1080 30 Quick info will show “Network” and “Monitor Information”.
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Manager. 2.1 The next steps are the same as described above. Please note, each model may have different <internal storage path>. (b) Via Adb Shell 1. Make sure that your PC can connect to Philips Android Signage Display using adb.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D OSD Menu 7.2. OSD Menu Overview An overview of the On-Screen Display (OSD) structure is 7.2.1. Picture menu shown below. You can use it as a reference for further adjustment of your display. Picture Brightness 7.1. Navigating the OSD Menu...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 7.2.2. Screen menu Noise reduction Reduce picture noise. You can select a suitable noise reduction level. Picture H position The options are: {Off} / {Low} / {Medium} / {High}. V position NOTE: This item applies to VGA input only.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 7.2.3. Audio menu This mode displays the image pixel- by-pixel on screen without scaling the Picture Balance original image size. Treble 16:9 Screen Bass The picture is reproduced in 16:9 Audio Volume format and a black band at the top Audio out (line out) and bottom.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Sync. Volume PIP size Enable/disable audio out (line out) volume adjustability to Select the size of sub picture in PIP (Picture-in-Picture) mode. sync with internal speakers volume, but PD Internal speaker The options are: {Small} / {Medium} / {Large}.
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Power LED Light Configuration 2 Choose from : {Off} / { On} No signal screen Black Action Light sensor (require Philips accessory CRD41 External Sensor Configuration1 reset Advanced Option Box) Choose to turn on or off backlight adjustment according to environment brightness.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Logo Factory reset Choose to enable or disable the picture of Logo when turning on your display. ENERGY STAR ® The options are: • {Off} Cancel Reset • {On} • {User} NOTE: If it is set to {USER}, the rotation function is not supported for user logo.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 7.2.7. Advanced option menu Monitor information Show information about your display, including model number, serial number, operating hours and software version. Picture Input resolution Auto IR control Action Monitor information Screen Keypad control Action Model name XXXXXX Tiling Action Audio Serial NO.
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D • {Lock All} / {Lock all but Volume} / {Lock all but Power} • {Position} - Select the position of this display in the screen / {Lock all except PWR & VOL} - Disable the keyboard matrix. function. •...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Schedule NOTES: This function allows you to program up to 7 (seven) different • If the schedules overlap, the scheduled power-on time takes scheduled time intervals for the display to activate. priority over scheduled power-off time. You can select: •...
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Power Save -> Will not enter power save mode. It shows “no signal” only. Mode 1(default) Mode 2 DC OFF: DC OFF: Power Off Power Off Android(ARM) Off Android(ARM) Off Power Save: Power Save: Power Off Power Saving Android(ARM) Off...
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Supported Media Formats USB Multimedia Codec Formats Video Decode Type Video Codec Container Decode Encode Channel Remark MPEG program stream (.DAT, .VOB, .MPG, .MPEG) MPEG transport stream (.ts) Max Resolution: 1080P@60fps MPEG1/2 MPEG1/2 MP4 (.mp4) Max Bit Rats : 40Mbps AVI (.avi)
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Image Decode Type Image Codec Photo Decode Encode Channel Remark Max Resolution: 7000 x 7000 JPEG JFIF file format 1.02 File Format: JPG, JPEG The limitation of max resolution depends on DRAM Max Resolution: 15360 x 8640 File Format: BMP...
However, pixel or sub-pixel defects on the PDP / TFT panels used in Plasma- & LCD- displays are sometimes unavoidable. No manufacturer can guarantee that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees that any Plasma- &...
10.6. Pixel Defect Tolerances In order to qualify for repair due to pixel defects during the warranty period, a PDP / TFT panel in a Philips Plasma / LCD- display must have pixel or sub-pixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following table.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D HOW TO AVOID MURA Although we can not guarantee the complete eradication of Mura every time, in general the appearance of Mura can be minimized by these methods: • Lower the backlight brightness • Use a screen saver •...
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D 11.2. Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy No picture is displayed 1. The power cord is disconnected. 1. Plug in the power cord. 2. The main power switch on the back of 2. Make sure the power switch is the display is not switched on.
43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D Technical Specifications Display: Specifications Item 43BDL4650D 50BDL4650D 55BDL4650D Screen Size (Active Area) 108 cm / 42.5 inch 125.7 cm / 49.5 inch 138.7 cm / 54.6 inch Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 Number of pixels 3840 (H) x 2160 (V)
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43BDL4650D/50BDL4650D/55BDL4650D General: Specifications Item 43BDL4650D 50BDL4650D 55BDL4650D Power Input 100 - 240V~, 50/60Hz 100 - 240V~, 50/60Hz 100 - 240V~, 50/60Hz Power Consumption (Max) 122 W 126 W 160 W Power Consumption (Typ.) 75 W 75 W 112 W Power Consumption (Standby mode & Off <0.5 W...
LIMITED WARRANTY In the unlikely event the product requires service, we will arrange for your Philips product to be serviced free-of-charge within the warranty period, provided that the product was used in accordance with the user manual (e.g. in the intended environment).
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Warranty period for PHILIPS signage display is listed as below, for areas not covered in this table, please follow their warranty statement. Standard warranty period for PHILIPS signage display is listed as below, for areas not covered in this table, please follow the local warranty statement.
USB Cover 23 Connecting a PC 26 Connecting Audio Equipment 27 Connecting External Equipment 26 Warranty policy for Philips Professional Display Solutions Connecting External Equipment (Multimedia Player) 26 Connecting Multiple Displays in a Daisy-chain Watch the Connected Video Source 30...
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This product has been manufactured by and is sold under the responsibility of Top Victory Investments Ltd., and Top Victory Investments Ltd. is the warrantor in relation to this product. Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used under license.