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the teletext will be unavailable via TV. In that case,
the set-top box’s teletext can be used instead.
Text Options
In Text/Teletext, press OPTIONS to select the
following:
Freeze page / Unfreeze page
To start or stop the automatic rotation of subpages.
Dual screen / Full screen
To show the TV channel and Text alongside each
other.
T.O.P. overview
To open T.O.P. Text.
Enlarge / Normal view
To enlarge the Text page for comfortable reading.
Reveal
To unhide hidden information on a page.
Language
To switch the group of characters that Text uses to
display correctly.
Text Setup
Text language
Some digital TV broadcasters have several Text
languages available.
To set your primary and secondary Text language:
1 - Select Settings > Channels &
Inputs > Channels.
2 - Select Primary Text or Secondary Text and
press OK.
3 - Select your preferred Text languages.
4 - Press (left) repeatedly if necessary, to close
the menu.
6.7
Interactive TV
About iTV
With interactive TV, some digital broadcasters
combine their normal TV programme with information
or entertainment pages. On some pages, you can
respond to a programme or vote, do online shopping
or pay for a video-on-demand programme.
HbbTV
Broadcasters use various interactive TV systems e.g.,
HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV). Interactive
TV is sometimes referred to as Digital Text or Red
button. But each system is distinct.
Visit the broadcaster's Internet website for more
information.
What You Need
Interactive TV is only available on digital TV channels.
To enjoy the full benefits of Interactive TV, you need
a high-speed (broadband) Internet connection to the
TV.
HbbTV
If a TV channel offers HbbTV pages, you must first
switch on HbbTV in the TV settings to view the pages.
Settings > Channels & Inputs > Channels >
HbbTV and Operator Apps settings > HbbTV > On.
Use iTV
Open iTV pages
Most channels that offer HbbTV or iTV invite you to
press the colour key (red) or OK key to open
their interactive programme.
Navigate iTV pages
You can use the arrow and colour keys, the number
keys and the Back key to navigate the iTV pages.
You can also use the playback keys on remote control
to watch videos within iTV pages.
Close iTV pages
Most iTV pages inform you which key to use to close.
To force an iTV page to close, switch to the next TV
channel and press Back.
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Philips 8818 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeLED
Smart TVYes
Operating SystemAndroid TV
Ambilight3-sided
HDMI Ports4
USB Ports2
Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Sound Output20W
Resolution4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160)
Screen Size65 inches
HDR SupportHDR10+, Dolby Vision

Summary

Home Screen

Introduction

Overview of Google TV and Home screen features, including content discovery and app access.

Dashboard and Settings

Accessing settings, device controls, and notifications via the Dashboard panel.

Google TV and Basic Mode

Comparison of features between Google TV and Basic Mode for user interface.

Open the Home Screen

Setting Up

Read the Safety Instructions

Importance of reading safety instructions before operating the TV.

TV Stand and Wall Mounting

Instructions for installing the TV stand or mounting the TV on a wall.

Tips on Placement

Recommendations for optimal TV placement regarding light and viewing distance.

Power Cable

Guidance on connecting and safely using the TV's power cable.

Antenna Cable

Satellite Dish

Remote Control

Key Overview

Detailed explanation of all buttons on the remote control (Type 1 & 2).

Pair Your Remote Control to TV

Voice Search

IR Sensor

Batteries and Cleaning

Switching On and Off

On or Standby

Instructions for switching the TV on, to standby, and rebooting.

Keys on TV

How to perform basic TV operations using the TV's physical keys.

Channel Installation

Satellite Installation

Guide to installing satellite channels, configuring settings, and searching.

Channel Packages

Unicable Setup

User Band Number

User Band Frequency

Manual Channel Update

Antenna Installation

Reinstall Channels

Factory reset

DVB Settings

Reception Quality

Manual Installation

Channel List Copy

Copy a Channel List

Steps to copy the current channel list to a USB flash drive.

Upload a Channel List to TV

Instructions for uploading a channel list to another TV.

Channels

Channel Lists

Information about channel lists, icons, and radio stations.

Open a Channel List

How to open and select different filtered or favorite channel lists.

Search for a Channel

Procedure to search for a specific channel within main lists.

Channel List Sorting

Watching Channels

Lock a Channel

Parental Rating

Channel Options

Subtitle Language

Subtitles

Audio Language

Universal Access

HbbTV and Operator Apps Settings

Common Interface

CAM Settings

Mono / Stereo

Favourite Channels

Create a Favourites List

Steps to create a new list for collecting favorite channels.

Edit Favourites

Text / Teletext

Text Pages

How to open and close Teletext pages using the remote control.

Select a Text page

Procedure to select specific Teletext pages by number or navigation.

Text Options

Interactive TV

Use iTV

How to open and navigate interactive TV pages using remote controls.

TV Guide

TV Guide Data

Information about the availability and source of TV Guide data.

Using the TV Guide

How to open, tune to programs, and view program details.

Search by Genre

How to look up scheduled programs by genre like movies or sports.

Connect Devices

About Connections

General guidance on connecting devices and ensuring cable quality.

HDMI ports

Information on HDMI ports, quality, and copy protection (HDCP).

HDMI ARC and eARC

Details about connecting devices using HDMI ARC and eARC.

HDMI CEC - EasyLink

HDMI Ultra HD

Home Theatre System – HTS

Digital Audio Out - Optical

CAM with Smart Card – CI+

CI+

Using CI+ for conditional access and watching premium programmes.

Smart Card

Instructions for inserting the smart card and CAM module into the TV.

Smartphones and Tablets

Game Console

USB Keyboard

Connect

Connecting a USB keyboard to the TV for text input.

Configure

Installing and configuring the USB keyboard layout.

USB Storage Device

Ultra HD on USB

Viewing Ultra HD photos and videos from USB devices.

Photo Camera

Camcorder

Computer

Connect Your TV

Network and Internet

Connecting the TV to a home network for internet access.

Wireless Connection

Requirements and steps for setting up a wireless network connection.

Wired Connection

Requirements for establishing a wired network connection.

Network and Internet Settings

Google Account

Sign In

Signing in with a Google Account for full TV capabilities.

Internet

Start Internet

How to start and use the TV's built-in internet browser.

Sources

Switch to a device

How to switch between connected devices and the TV tuner.

Quick Menu and Frequent Settings

To open Quick Menu / Frequent settings and open an item

Accessing TV functions and settings via Quick Menu.

Display and Sound

Picture

Overview of picture settings menu and adjustments.

Picture Style

Selecting preset picture styles for different viewing scenarios.

Restore Picture style

Restoring picture styles to their default settings.

Auto Film Picture style

Automatically setting picture style based on detected film content.

More Picture Settings

Contrast

Adjusting contrast, brightness, and related advanced settings.

HDR Control

Settings for HDR tone mapping and HDR effect levels.

Colour

Sharpness

Picture Clean

Motion

Screen

Picture Format

Adjusting picture to fill the screen using basic or manual options.

Sound

DTS Play-Fi

EasyLink 2.0

Room Calibration

Audio Output

Speakers and eARC

Configuring sound output to TV speakers or connected audio systems.

Digital Output Settings

Settings for optical and HDMI ARC sound signal formats.

Ambilight

Turn Ambilight On or Off

Enabling or disabling the Ambilight feature.

Ambilight Style

Setting Ambilight to follow video, audio, or color dynamics.

Support Your Team

Personal Colour

Ambisleep

Lounge Light Mode

Advanced Ambilight Settings

Brightness

Setting the Ambilight brightness level.

Saturation

Setting the Ambilight saturation level.

Ambilight Extension

Sunrise Alarm

Aurora

To launch Aurora app

Launching the Aurora application for ambient lighting effects.

Apps

About Apps

Finding and installing apps from the Google Play Store.

Music

Playing music content using the YouTube Music app.

Google Play

Movies and TV

Renting or buying movies and TV shows via the Google TV app.

Games

Playing games on the TV via Google Play Games.

Google Play Store

To install a new app

Steps to download and install an app from the Google Play Store.

Parental controls

Hiding apps based on user maturity level using PIN codes.

Start or Stop an App

Manage Apps

System

Accessibility

Features for users with hearing, visual, or speech impairments.

System Software Update

Updating the TV software via internet or USB.

Rinstall TV

System Information

Date and Time

Automatic date & time

Using network-provided time or system time settings.

Language

USB Keyboard Settings

Storage

Ambient Mode

Power and Energy

Set the Power on behavior

Choosing what the TV displays upon powering on.

Set Energy saver

Setting automatic TV display turn-off for energy saving.

Cast

Cast to Your TV

Steps to cast content from a mobile device to the TV.

Childlock

Set Code and Change Code

Setting or changing the child lock PIN code.

Lock for Programme

Retail Mode Settings

Home or Shop

Selecting the TV's location mode (Home or Shop).

Restart

Remote and Accessories

Bluetooth® On or Off

Pairing and managing Bluetooth devices connected to the TV.

Device Operation

Connecting, disconnecting, and renaming Bluetooth devices.

Remote Control

Pair Remote Control

Steps to pair the remote control with the TV.

Remote Control Info

Viewing remote control information like version and battery status.

Update Remote Control Software

Videos, Photos and Music

From a Computer or NAS

Viewing media from computers or NAS on your home network.

Favourites Menu

Adding and viewing favorite media files.

Most Popular Menu and Last Played Menu

Viewing most popular and last played media files.

From a USB Connection

Viewing media files directly from connected USB drives.

Play your Videos

Playing video files from USB or network sources.

View your Photos

Open photo folder

Opening photo folders and marking them as favorites.

View a photo

Viewing individual photos and using slideshow options.

Play your Music

Smartphones and Tablets

Philips TV Remote App

Using the Philips TV Remote App for channel and volume control.

Games

What You Need

Requirements for playing games on the TV, including internet and Google Account.

Gamepads

Connecting and using wireless gamepads with the TV.

Play a Game From Game Console or Computer

Connecting game consoles or computers to play games on the TV.

Gaming Control Bar

Information display and settings control for gaming sessions.

Netflix

Note for Netflix Spatial Audio

Enabling Spatial Audio feature for Netflix content.

Alexa

About Alexa

Overview of Amazon Alexa voice control capabilities on the TV.

Using Alexa

Steps to set up and use Alexa voice control on the TV.

Specifications

Environmental

European Energy Label, disposal, and conformity information.

Power

TV power specifications and energy-saving features.

Operating System

Details about the TV's Android operating system.

Reception

Display Type

Display Input Resolution

Supported Computer/Video resolution

List of supported computer/video resolutions and refresh rates.

Connectivity

Sound

Multimedia

Connections

List of available TV connections like USB, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi.

Playback formats

Supported media containers, codecs, and subtitle formats.

Help and Support

Register your TV

Benefits and process for registering your TV for full support.

Using Help

Accessing and using the TV's built-in help system.

TV Diagnose and Self-diagnose

TV diagnose

Running diagnostic tests to check the TV's condition.

Self-diagnose

Troubleshooting TV configurations by checking settings.

Picture

No picture / distorted picture

Resolving issues with no picture or distorted display.

Sound but no picture

Troubleshooting when sound is present but no picture is displayed.

Poor antenna reception

Tips to improve antenna reception quality.

Picture settings change after a while

Ensuring picture settings are saved correctly.

Picture does not fit the screen

Adjusting picture format to correctly fit the screen.

Sound

No sound or poor sound quality

Resolving issues with no sound or poor audio quality.

HDMI and USB

HDMI

Troubleshooting common HDMI connection issues.

Network

Wi-Fi network not found or distorted

Resolving Wi-Fi connection problems.

Internet does not work

Troubleshooting internet connectivity issues.

Online Help

Support and Repair

TV model number and serial number

Locating TV model and serial numbers for support.

Safety and Care

Safety

Important safety instructions for using the TV.

Risk of Electric Shock or Fire

Precautions against electric shock and fire hazards.

Stability Hazards

Preventing TV from falling and causing injury.

Risk of Batteries

Safety warnings and handling instructions for batteries.

Screen Care

Terms of Use - TV

Terms of Use - Smart TV

Copyrights

Google TV

Trademarks and ownership of Google TV software.

HDMI

HDMI terms, logos, and trademarks.

HEVC Advance

Information on HEVC patents and advanced decoding.

Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos

Trademarks and copyright for Dolby Vision and Atmos technologies.

Wi-Fi Alliance

Disclaimer regarding services and/or software offered by third parties

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