These blinks [flashes] are fault indication (Error Codes). From the number of blinks occur at one time switch ON, you can get an idea about the faulty circuit section inside it. This will make repair easy. These are called blinking codes. Make sure about the exact number of blinking of the standby/power LED, by switching On & OFF the set, for at least two times. Count it carefully. If you wish to get some details, check the site linked here. It has details about blinking codes, and fault locating procedure, to many popular brand TVs and other devices. Viewing it in "Mosaic" or "Magazine" will make surf easy.
http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/
Blinking codes details to many popular brand TVs are given. Surf the site with patience.
Counting of number of blinks to Philips TVs is entirely different to that of other brand TVs. It is not a direct count procedure. The site have details about how to count the number of LED blinks [Fault Codes] to Philips brand TVs are given; along with details of the faulty circuit location.
Disconnect the power supply for few minutes, say 15 minutes and then then turn it ON.If the problem persists, this would confirm an internal failure and needs repair.If you have an experience repairing electronics and would be able to keep precautions, i would be able to be able to guide you. You need to have schematics that could be easily available from the service manual.
If you do not have any repair experience,it could be an issue with caps on power supply board or an issue with an internal component that needs repair. In both the cases, i assume that repair would be a worth. There is no need to spending money on a new set when this set could be repaired. The average life of this set is around 8 - 10 years. So, as it is only 6 years old, spending $200 - $300 would assure you that the set would work for the next 4 years which is not at all bad.
the blinking light signifies to a repair technician with capacitors or circuits are having an issue they can diagnose the problem via the amount of blinks in between pauses however it will require a technician and some specific tools and schematics to fix and it may be cheaper if its no longer under warranty to purchase a new one
Remove the cover on the back of the tv. Look for swollen or leaking capacitors. They kinda look like batteries. If they are bulging or leaking then that is your problem. You will have to de-solder the old ones off. Then solder the new capacitors onto the circuit board. Capacitors will cost about 20 dollars and installing them isn't that hard to do. It will fix your tv 99% of the time. So it is worth a try!
In order to pair your RMT-D197A remote to your Philips TV, follow these steps: 1. Power on the TV with the remote. 2. Press and hold the Setup button on the remote until the red LED light blinks twice. 3. Input the four-digit code that corresponds to your brand of TV on the remote. This should be found on the enclosed code list. 4. Release the Setup button. If the code is correct, the red LED light will blink twice. 5. Aim the remote at the TV and press the Volume Up button. If the TV responds, the remote is paired correctly.
Just to be clear, we are FIXYA, we aren't Philips, we just have a category for handy filing.
The software isn't available online, just drivers. You would have to contact Philips direct.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Philips+lifeview+software
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Philipshttps://www.p4c.philips.com > files > sru4000_17
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Save Code list for future reference Refer to the setup procedure below and look up the 3 digit code for your brand of TV, VCR, etc., from the list below.
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Missing: z11 ' Must include: z11
This issue could be caused by a faulty power supply or a malfunctioning component in the TV's circuitry. It is recommended to contact a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the problem.
