This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing debug firmware on Philips TVs, a necessary setup for accessing development tools, capturing logs, and performing in-depth troubleshooting. Installing debug firmware is crucial for developers and testers needing full visibility into the system’s behavior during app development or debugging.
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(e.g.,
249.001
) are intended for regular user operations.0
(e.g., 249.000
)
are intended for development and debugging purposes, featuring
additional logging and diagnostic tools.pkg.burn.7z
, which contains all necessary files for this transition.upgrade.pkg
.Prepare the USB drive:
Power cycling the TV:
Download and prepare files:
pkg.burn.7z
file and extract its contents. Copy all the
extracted files to the root directory of your prepared USB drive.Initiate the firmware installation:
Finalize the installation:
Download and rename the firmware file:
PH_2K24_ALL_EU_NT72690_TPN246E_V246.004.147.110_upgrade.pkg
Rename the
file to upgrade.pkg
.Install the firmware:
upgrade.pkg
file to the root directory of the USB drive. Insert
the USB drive into the TV. Unplug and replug the TV from the power source to
start the update automatically.Complete the update:
Open the DevView app
Navigate to Device Info tab
Move to the Preferences section
Examples of Icons usage in the UI
Enable debug mode by pressing OK on your remote control
Inspect your app