Generic Setup

Important: Verify with your integrator or distributor that the Philips panel has the latest firmware installed to prevent issues during setup and operation.

Using the Remote

  • Use the Philips remote to navigate through the setup and configuration menus.

Initial Screen Setup

  1. Connect the screen to power.

  2. On the welcome screen:

    • Use Up and Down arrows to select your preferred language.

    • Press Right Arrow and then click Start.

  3. Network Settings (optional, can be skipped and configured later):

    • Choose WiFi or Ethernet depending on your requirements.

    For WiFi:

    • Press the Right Arrow to Next.

    • Select your WiFi Access Point.

    • Enter your WiFi password (press Return to open the on-screen keyboard).

    • Click Next.

  4. Signage Display Settings:

    • Navigate to Skip.

    • Click Setup Complete and then Finish.

Prepare USB with Fusion Signage APK

Caution:

  • Do not extract the APK file; copy the single APK file directly to the root of your USB drive.

  • Insert the USB into the Philips screen.

Note:

  • BDL4050D models are now legacy and do not support the latest app versions.

  • For these models, download version 2.3.8 from here.

Install Fusion Signage on Android Devices

  1. Use your remote to press Home, 1, 8, 8, 8 to access Android settings.

  2. Navigate to Apps.

  3. Select File Manager, then MNT, then USB Storage.

  4. Locate the APK file (fusion-signage.apk) on the USB.

  5. Follow the on-screen prompt to install the app.

  6. Once installed, press Return to go back to the main menu.

Assign Fusion Signage to a Custom Input Source

  1. Press Home, 1, 8, 8, 8 (if not already in Android settings).

  2. Select Settings > Device > Signage Display.

  3. Under Source Settings, choose Custom App.

  4. Click Select App.

  5. Choose Fusion Signage.

  6. Click Save and exit.

Set Date & Time (Necessary for Scheduling in Pro/Advanced Licences)

  1. Press Home, 1, 8, 8, 8.

  2. Navigate to Settings > System > Date & Time.

  3. Select Time zone and configure it.

  4. For BDL4150D models:

    • Go to Advanced Options > Date & Time.

    • Enable Set Auto Sync = Yes.

Additional Settings for BDL4150D

  • Set Font Size:

    • Home > Settings > Display > Font Size = Normal.

  • Confirm Setup:

    • Press the Source button on the remote.

    • Select Custom source.

    • Fusion Signage will launch.

  • Identifier:

    • During first setup, note the 6-digit identifier shown on the screen.

    • If the identifier shows as Null or No ID, double-check your internet connection and try again.

Aspect Ratio & Screen Configuration

  • Ensure the Format setting is on Full to properly display content.

  • To add the device to the Fusion Signage portal:

    • Log into your customer's portal.

    • Navigate to Deploy > Add Screen.

    • Enter the 6-digit identifier.

    • Assign a name and license.

    • Select the timezone.

    • Click Add.

Philips Panel Configuration Guide

Set Screen to Automatically Run Fusion Signage When Powered On

  • Navigate to:
    Home > Configuration1 > Boot on source > Action

  • Set Input to Custom.

Enable Automatic Power-On After Power Outages

  • Navigate to:
    Home > Configuration1 > Switch on state

  • Set Switch on state to Force On.

Set Screen Orientation to Auto-Rotate

  • Navigate to:
    Home > Configuration2 > Rotate (may be on the second page)

  • Set Rotate to On (Auto Rotate).

Schedule Automatic On/Off Times

  • Navigate to:
    Home > Advanced Option > Schedule > Action

  • Configure the on and off times according to your needs to automate screen operation.

Tiling Multiple Screens for Video Wall Configuration

  • Connect additional screens using DVI-D daisy chaining as outlined in the user manual.

  • Navigate to:
    Home > Advanced Option > Tiling > Action

  • Follow the manual to configure all screens for seamless video wall operation.

Set Power Saving Mode

  • Navigate to:
    Home > Advanced Option > Power Save

  • Select Mode 3 or Mode 4 depending on your power management preferences.

Note on Compatibility (V2 Issues): If the latest version of our application isn't supported by your Philips device, you can download the previous version (V1.0.22 APK) here.

Important: Use this only if you are experiencing issues running the latest app, as version 1.0.22 does not support the newest features such as Designs, Templates, Websites, or advanced video/image playback.