How to set digital terrestrial (DTT) channels on PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303
When DTT (Digital terrestrial television) updates, as in April 2016 when it launched HD channel access, you need to set up DTT channels on your TV PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
This setting consists of a channel search on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303 so that these are received by your TV.
In this article we present how to search for channels in three major cases: automatic search without DTT adapter, automatic search with DTT adapter, and manual search in case of difficulties.
Automatic channel search without DTT adapter on PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303
If you do not have a DTT adapter, here’s how to proceed: start by turning on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303, and press the “Menu” button on your remote control. Select “Setup”, which can also be called “Main Menu”, “System Menu”, “Tool Menu”, “Setup Menu” or “System Setup”.
Then select “Installation”, or “Scan” or “Rescan” depending on the software installed on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
For the next steps, please do not select “update” on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303!
After going to “Installation”, choose “Reinstall-Find All Channels” or “Automatic Search”. For some models of PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303, this may also be called “Erase Channels”, “Reset Channels”, or “Service Setup”.
A password can be requested, enter yours or the one written in the manual of your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
It is normal that a message warns you about the erasing of old channels, just accept and press “Start” or “Search”.
At the end of the channel search, select “Finish”, and check the presence of channels with for example BBC One at 1, BBC Two at 2, Channel 4 at 4…
Automatic channel search with DTT adapter via PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303
If you have a DTT adapter, here’s how to proceed: start by turning on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303, and press the “Source” or “Input” or “AV” button once or a few times until you are on the adapter’s screen.
Then press press the “Menu” button on your remote control. Select “Setup”, which can also be called “Main Menu”, “System Menu”, “Tool Menu”, “Setup Menu” or “System Setup”.
Then select “Installation”, or “Scan” or “Rescan” depending on your model.
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During the next steps, please do not select “update” on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303 as previously stated!
After going to “Installation”, choose “Reinstall-Find All Channels” or “Automatic Search”. For some models, this may also be called “Erase Channels”, “Reset Channels”, or “Service Setup”.
A password can be requested, enter yours or the one written in the manual of your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
It is normal that a message warns you about the erasing of old channels, just accept and press “Start” or “Search”.
At the end of the channel search, select “Finish”, and check the presence of channels with for example BBC One at 1, BBC Two at 2, Channel 4 at 4…
Manual channel search on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303
It may happen that after the automatic search, you no longer have your local channels or a main channel displays a black screen. No panic, manual channel search on PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303 is your solution! However, it is a complicated manipulation that takes a little more time.
If you have an adapter, connect to the screen of your adapter as seen above, and then follow the steps below.
If you do not have one, use the remote control of your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
Retrieve channel’s canal number
To start the operation, you must have the canal number of the channel you wish to search manually on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
To do this, use the “My DTT coverage” search engine on the Ofcom official website.
Be careful, this is not the number you want to enter on the remote control to watch the channel but a canal number between 21 and 60 which indicates the frequency on which this channel is broadcast in your area.
You may then be able to watch it on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
Start manual channel search on PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303
Start by pressing “Menu” and go to “Configuration”.
It can also be called “Main Menu”, “System Menu”, “Tool Menu”, “Setting Menu”, or “System Settings”.
Then, select the “manual search” option and enter the canal number of the desired channel. Select “Ok” or “confirm”, or “exit”.
The hardest is done, you can now go check the presence of the channel on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303!
To conclude on setting channels on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303
We’ve just explained how to set DTT or “Digital terrestrial television”, channels on your PHILIPS TV LED 49PUS8303.
However, if you encounter any difficulties, ask a professional who will show you the key steps of this manipulation.
How do I scan for Antenna channels on my Philips TV?
– Click ‘Start’.
– Select ‘Antenna’ or ‘Cable’.
– Select your cable provider.
– Choose analog and/or digital channels.
– Start searching.
– Enter the possible network frequency.
– Enter the network ID.
– The television will search for channels.
How do I get local channels on my Philips TV?
How do I reset channels on my Philips TV?
Press the Home button on your remote control. Select Setup and press OK on your remote control. First select Channel settings, then Channel installation and then press OK on your remote control. Close the menu (you do this by pressing the Back button on your remote control one or more times).
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8 ancillary questions
Why are my antenna channels not working?
If hills, trees, buildings, or other geographic features are in between the broadcast towers and the antenna, the signals might not be able to reach your antenna.
Elevating the antenna, either by placing it in a higher location or using a taller mast, will increase the signal reception.
Does aluminum foil boost antenna signal?
Wrapping aluminum foil around an antenna increases the antenna’s conductivity and surface area.
It will then boost the signal received by a television.
That works perfectly.
Because most antenna wires are thin, this method works.
How can I make my TV antenna pick up more channels?
– Adjust The Position.
– Switch To An Outdoor Or Attic Antenna.
– Keep The Cable Away From Power Cords.
– Upgrade Your Cable Splitters.
– Install An Antenna Rotator.
What direction should I point my TV antenna?
When up with the TV antenna, simply point it in the direction of the television transmitter mast. Obviously, this required the TV transmitter mast to be visible, but if not, it is often possible to align the antenna in the same direction as other local antennas.
Why wont my antenna pick up local channels?
The signal could be lost in the coaxial cable distribution.
If you are using a splitter, this could also weaken signal strength.
Try disconnecting the splitter and running the cable directly into the TV/converter box and run a channel scan.
If reception improves, a distribution amplifier is likely to be the solution.
Why won’t my TV pick up local channels?
First check that your TV is set to the correct Source or Input, try changing the Source or Input to AV, TV, Digital TV or DTV if you haven’t already.
If your “No Signal” message is not due to incorrect Source or Input being selected, then it’s most likely caused by a set up or antenna fault.
How do I get my TV to recognize my antenna?
Turn on your television and locate the Settings menu. Look for a Cable/Antenna setting and choose Antenna. Look for an auto program or channel scan option and select it. Wait for your television to scan for channels.
Can NBC be picked up on antenna?
Yes.
You can use a TV antenna to watch NBC and other local broadcast channels for free.
Other over-the-air channels include PBS, ABC, CBS, FOX and the CW.
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