Philips Support

The picture is distorted (stretched out, short and fat, black bars on side or top, etc.). Is there something I can do to make it better?

Press the 'FORMAT' button on the remote control repeatedly to select the screen format that will optimize the picture display on screen.
This will be the format that the TV will display the picture until you select another format.

If the problem is not resolved,

Check if the TV is connected to a Cable or Satellite box, you may need to set the picture format in the Cable or Satellite box.
For detailed information, please refer to the user manual of the Cable/Satellite box or contact the cable company for further assistance.

The information on this page applies to the following models: 52PFL5704D/F7, 47PFL5704D/F7, 42PFL5704D/F7. Click here to show more product numbers ›

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