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Philips 180P Computer Monitor User Manual

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2. A Think of USB as a smart plug for PC peripherals USB automatically determines resources like driver software and bus bandwidth required by peripherals USB makes necessary resources available without user intervention There are three main benefits of USB USB eliminates case angst the fear of removing the computer case to install circuit board cards that often require adjustment of complicated IRQ settings for add on peripherals USB does away with port gridlock Without USB PCs normally limited to one printer two Com port devices usually a mouse and modem one Enhanced Parallel Port add on scanner or video camera for example and a joystick More and more peripherals for multimedia computers come on the market every day With USB up to 127 devices can run simultaneously on one computer USB permits hot plug in No need to shut down plug in reboot and run set up to install peripherals No need to go through the reverse process to unplug a device Bottom line USB transforms today s Plug and Pray into true Plug and Play Q What is a USB hub 150P 180P 181AS A A USB hub provides additional connections to the Universal Serial Bus A hub s upstream port connects a hub to the host usually a PC Multiple downstream ports in a hub allows connection to another hub or device such as a USB keyboard camera or printer file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 5 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs
3. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE The OSD Tree Below is an overall view of the structure of the On Screen Display You can use this as reference when you want to later on work your way around the different adjustments file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSDDESC HTM 2 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 33 PM On Screen Display OSD Tree For Am log Input First Lavel Second Level YOLUME LANGUAGE ENGLISH ESPAROL FRANJAS DEUTSCH ITALIANO ADHUST SIZE FULL SCREEN 0 NATIVE MODE USER SETTINGS BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRASI BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST IMAGE OPTIMIZATION VIDEO NOISE PHASE CLOCK TEXT GRAPHICS ADIUST COLOR ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR 9300K FOR CADICAM USE 65008 FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT USER PRESET RED GREEN BLUE PRODUCT INFORMATION SERIAL RESOLUTION RESET TO FACTORY NO YES INPUT SELECTION ANALOG E DIGITAL EXIT MAIN CONTROLS file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSDDESC HTM 3 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 33 PM On Screen Display First Level VOLUME LANGUAGE ENGLISH ESPAROL FRAN AIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO BF ADIUST POSITION gt HORIZONTAL VERTICAL ADIUST SIZE FULL SCREEN 5 NATIVE MODE USER SETTINGS IMAGE OPTIMIZATION TEXT GRAPHICS PRODUCT INFORMATION SERIAL MC RESOLUTION RESET TO FACTORY ll RN NO YES INPUT SELECTION ANALOG DIGITAL EXIT MAIN CONTROLS file D Philips LCD english 180
4. Input impedance Separate sync Sync input signal Composite sync Sync on green Sync polarities Positive and negative Video intedace Dual input Both Analog D Sub and DVI D Digital are available It can be switching via OSD selection O AUDIO Loudspeakers 1 1 W stereo front firing PMPO 24W MICROPHONE SSS In x OPTICAL CHARACTERISTICS e Contrast ratio 0 000 250 typ e Brightness 200 nits typ e White Chromacity 0000000 x 0 281 y 0 311 at 9300 K x 0 312 y 0 338 at 6500 K Upper gt 80 min Lower gt 80 min e Viewing Angle C R gt 5 Left gt 80 min Right gt 80 min file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 2 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information Response time lt 50ms typ These information are subject to change without notice RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Resolution amp Preset Modes e Maximum 1280 1024 at 75Hz Recommended 1280x1024 at 60Hz 32USER DEFINABLE MODES 15 factory preset modes 31 5 640 350 70 31 5 7207400 70 31 5 6407480 60 35 0 6407480 6 37 5 6407480 75 35 2 8007600 56 37 9 8007600 60 46 9 8007600 75 49 7 832624 75 48 4 10247768 60 60 10247768 75 69 0 11527870 75 80 0 1152 900 75 63 9 128071024 60 80 128071024 75 RETURN OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUC
5. button to select either ANALOG DIGITAL INPUT SELECTION DIGITAL MOVE SELECTION THEN BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 5 Press the button to confirm your selections and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 17 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to exit completely press the button Help RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Exit Main Controls MAIN CONTROLS VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST SIZE BHIGHI NESS amp CON THAST IMAGE OP TIMIZ ATION ADJUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION m 9 MOVE SELECTION THEN RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 18 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM First Choice Warranty Your International Philips First Choice Warranty Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitor All Philips monitors are designed and manufactured to high standards and deliver high quality performance ease of use and ease of installation Should you encounter any difficulties while installing or using this product please contact Philips directly to benefit from your Philips First Choice Warranty This three year service warranty entitles you to a Swap model on site within 48 hours of your call being received An exte
6. C Color temperature A way of describing the color of a radiating source in terms of the temperature in degrees Kelvin of a black body radiating with the same dominant frequency as the source Most Philips monitors offer the possibility of setting the color temperature to any desired value CustoMax Philips proprietary monitor control software that allows users to control parameters e g Size Color Geometry using software running in Windows CustoMax is compatible with existing VGA cards See CrystalClear FAQ and USB Bay FAQ file D Philips LCD english 180P GLOSSARY GLOSSARY HTM 1 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 38 PM Glossary RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE D D SUB USB Your monitor comes with a D Sub cable Digital Visual Interface DVI The Digital Visual Interface DVI specification provides a high speed digital connection for visual data types that is display technology independent The interface is primarily focused at providing a connection between a computer and its display device The DVI specification meets the needs of all segments of the PC industry workstation desktop laptop etc and will enable these different segments to unite around one monitor interface specification The DVI interface enables Content to remain in the lossless digital domain from creation to consumption Display technology independence Plug and play through hot plug detection EDID and DDC2B Digital and Analog support in a single con
7. The panel is designed to optimize display for 65MHz dot clock one of the standards for XGA displays Since the vertical horizontal frequency for this dot clock is 60 48Hz the optimum frequency for this monitor is 60Hz Q What kind of wide angle technology is available How does it work The TFT LCD panel is an element controls displays inlet of a backlight using the dual refraction of liquid crystal Using the property that the projection of inlet light refracts toward the major axis of the liquid element it controls the direction of inlet light and displays it Since the refraction ratio of inlet light on liquid crystal varies with the inlet angle of the light the viewing angle of a TFT is much narrow than that of a CDT Usually viewing angle refers to the point where the contrast ration is 10 Many ways to widen the viewing angle are currently being developed the most commonly used approach is to use a wide viewing angle film which widens viewing angle by varying the refraction ratio Also IPS In Plane Switching or MVA Multi Vertical Aligned is used for wider viewing angle file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 7 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q Why is there no flicker on an LCD Monitor Technically speaking LCDs do flicker but the cause of the phenomenon is different from that of CRT monitor and has no impact of ease of viewing Flickering in a LCD monitor refers to usua
8. Information Identical output connected 4 to pin 10 Mn 2 Serial data line Serial data ine SDA 5 test 13 H Sync HHV H V Red video ground 14 Sync for DDC 7 Green video ground 15 Data clock line SCL ER Blue video ground RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Views Follow the links to see various views of the monitor and its components Front View Product Description Attention Signals Attention signal display information and alerts about the status of the monitor 1 CANNOT DISPLAY THIS VIDEO MODE CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT TO 1024X768 60Hz ATTENTION Or CANNOT DISPLAY THIS VIDEO MODE CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT TO 1280x1024 60Hz file D Philips LCD english 1 80P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 6 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information ATTENTION CANNOT DISPLAY THIS VIDEO MODE CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT 1280X1024 60HZ his warning appears when the input signal from your computer is not in a standard video mode or is out of the monitor s scanning range Solution For best display performance reset the display mode of your computer to 1024x768 260Hz for 14 or 15 models and 1280x1024 60HZ for 17 or 18 models 2 NO VIDEO INPUT ATTENTION NO VIDEO INPUT This message appears when there is no signal input Solution Make sure interface and power cables are properly connected 3 CHECK CABLE CONNECTI
9. Information Or you can reach us via Website http www philips com file D Philips LCD english WARRANTY WAR_USA HTM 3 of 3 1 20 2001 3 20 29 PM
10. Panel Window select the Display icon Inside the Display Control Panel select the Settings tab Under the Settings Tab in box labeled desktop area move the slidebar to 1024x768 pixels for 14 15 or 1280x1024 pixels for 17 18 Open Advanced Properties and set the Refresh Rate to 60Hz then click OK e Restart your computer and repeat step on the third bullet point to verify that your PC is set at 1024x768 60Hz for 14 15 or 1280x1024 60Hz for 17 18 e Shut down your computer disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor e Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC 1 4 Your computer may ask you for monitor drivers inf and icm files or a driver disk Follow the instructions to insert the CD ROM included in this package and the monitor drivers inf and icm files will be installed automatically Alternatively you can follow the link to the Download amp Print chapter to install the drivers RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 1 80P INSTALL GT START HTM 1 20 2001 3 20 11 PM Installing Your USB Hub Installing Your USB Hub Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description Connecting to Your Getting Started Optimizing Performance Accessories optional Description of the USB Hub Application Installing the USB Hub Installing the Protective Cover Installing the Wall Mount Kit Description of the USB Hub USB Hub supports four down stre
11. THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Commission Federale de la Communication FCC Declaration A Cet quipement a t test et d clar conforme auxlimites des appareils num riques de class B aux termes de l article 15 Des r gles de la FCC Ces limites sont con ues de fa on fourir une protection raisonnable contre les interf rences nuisibles dans le cadre d une installation r sidentielle CET appareil produit utilise et peut mettre des hyperfr quences qui si l appareil n est pas install et utilis selon les consignes donn es peuvent causer des interf rences nuisibles aux communications radio Cependant rien ne peut garantir l absence d interf rences dans le cadre d une installation particuli re Si cet appareil est la cause d interf rences nuisibles pour la r ception des signaux de radio ou de t l vision ce qui peut tre d cel en fermant l quipement puis en le remettant en fonction l utilisateur pourrait essayer de corriger la situation en prenant les mesures suivantes e R orienter ou d placer l antenne de r ception e Augmenter la distance entre l quipement et le r cepteur e Brancher l quipement sur un autre circuit que celui utilis par le r cepteur e Demander l aide du marchand ou d un technicien chevronn en radio t l vision A Toutes modifications n ayant pas re u l approbation des services comp tents en mati re de conformi
12. button to confirm your selection and return MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted Smart Help A After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to ADJUST POSITION press the button until ADJUST POSITION Help is highlighted Next follow steps 3 6 under ADJUST POSITION to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST POSITION is composed of two steps ADJUST HORIZONTAL and ADJUST VERTICAL ADJUST HORIZONTAL shifts the image on your screen either left or right Use this feature if your image does not appear centered in relation to the sides of your screen ADJUST VERTICAL shifts the image on your screen either up or down Use this feature if your image does not appear centered in relation to the top and bottom of your Screen 1 Press the button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the button until ADJUST POSITION is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 4 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls MAIN CONTROLS VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST SIZE BA GHI NESS amp CONTRHASI IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION HESEI TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION EXIT MAIN COM TAOLS 2 MOVE SELECTION THEM a 3 Press the button The ADJUST POSITION window appears ADJUST HORIZONTAL is highlighted ADJUST P
13. contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine Flame retardants are allowed in the printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available Cadmium Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the color generating layers of certain computer displays Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses The relevant TCO 99 requirement states that batteries the color generating layers of display screens and the electrical or electronics components must not contain any cadmium Mercury Mercury is sometimes found in batteries relays and switches It damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses The relevant TCO 99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury It also demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics components associated with the labeled unit CFCs freons The relevant TCO 99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture and assembly of the product CFCs freons are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere causing increased reception on earth of ultraviolet light with increased risks e g skin cancer malignant melanoma as a consequence Lead Lead can be found in picture tubes display screens solders and capacitors Lead damages the nervous system and in higher doses causes lead poisoning The relevant TCO
14. country in which the equipment will be installed and or be marked HAR RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY saf other htm 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Philips Pixel Defect Policy Philips Pixel Defect Policy Product Features Technical Specifications Resolution amp Preset Modes Automatic Power Saving Physical Specification Pin Assignment Product Views Philips Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Philips strives to deliver the highest quality products We use some of the industry s most advanced manufacturing processes and practice stringent quality control However pixel or subpixel defects on the TFT LCD panels used in flat panel monitors are sometimes unavoidable No manufacturer can guarantee that all panels will be free from pixel defects but Philips guarantees that any monitor with an unacceptable number of defects will be repaired or replaced under warranty This notice explains the different types of pixel defects and defines acceptable defect levels for each type In order to qualify for repair or replacement under warranty the number of pixel defects on a TFT LCD panel must exceed these acceptable levels For example no more than 0 0004 of the subpixels on a 15 XGA monitor may be defective Additionally because some types or combinations of pixel defects are more noticeable than others Philips sets even higher quality standards for those Pixels and Subpixels A pixel or pict
15. desire 1 Press the button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the button until ADJUST COLOR is highlighted VOLUME LANGUAGE iD JUSI POSITION A DAJUST SIZE BRIGHTMESS amp ECOMNTHASTI IMAGE OR TIMIZ ATION PRODUCT INFORMATION RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION EXIT MAIN COM TAOLS MOVE SELECTION THEW 1 rt JD ik 70 file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 11 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls 3 Press the button The ADJUST COLOR window appears ADJUST COLOR 9300 FOR CAD CAM USE 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT USER PRESET RED 50 GREEN 100 6 BLUE 100 9 MOVE SELECTION THEN BACK MAIN CONTROLS 0 ADJUST USER PRESET THEN 4 Press the button to select ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR 9300K FOR CAD CAM USE 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT or USER PRESET ADJUST C OL OO H ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT USER PRESET RED L 50 GREEN 100 BLUE 100 MOVE SELECTION THEN 6 BACK TO MAIN CONTAOLS ADJUST USER PRESET THEN 5 Once you have highlighted ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR 9300K FOR CAD CAM USE or 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT press the button to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD O
16. display a stable flicker free image at 60Hz There is no visible differences between 85Hz and 60Hz Q What are the inf and icm files on the setup disk amp CD ROM How dol install the drivers inf and icm A These are the driver files for your monitor Follow the instructions in your user manual to install the drivers Your computer may ask you for monitor drivers inf and icm files or a driver disk when you first install your monitor Follow the instructions to insert the driver disk either floppy or CD ROM included in this package Monitor drivers inf and icm files will be installed automatically Q How do I adjust resolution file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 1 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Your video card graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions You can select desired resolution under Window 95 98 with the Display properties Settings control panel Q What if get lost when making monitor adjustments Simply press the OSD button then select Reset to recall all original settings Q What is the Auto function A The AUTO adjustment key restores optimal screen position phase and clock settings with the press of a single button without navigation through OSD menus and control keys My Monitor has no power Power LED does not light What should I do Make sure the DC Jack in the pedestal is connec
17. the power supply socket which should be located near the equipment and easily accessible A protection mark B confirms that the equipment is in compliance with the protection usage requirements of standards PN 93 T 42107 and PN 89 E 06251 Wymagania Polskiego Centrum Badan i Certyfikacji LUrzadzenie powinno zasilane z griazda z przyisceomym ochreonmym gniazdo z Wapalaracujace ze urzadzenia monstor drukarka powiniy byt zego sniego era Instalacja elektryczna pomicseceenia powinna xawierzac w przeweibzie 121202 rezeraximva achrang pred zwarcam w postact berpeecenika o warbasci znamtionawe me wiekszej not 16A Camper W celu calkowitego wylycsenia urzadzen 2 sieci zasalania nale y wy a wtyczke kabla zasilajgcego poswirmo sig w pollizu urzadzenia s bv bespieczetatwa B potwierdza zgodno urzadzenia z wyrmaganam berpieczenstwa zavarremi w P L 1 251 Pozostale instrukcje bezpieczenstwa MHienalezy wryczek adapterowych lub kolka obwodu ochronnego z wtiyezki Jeselt konseczne jest ro przediusacza 3 zvlewega z palacsonym przewoder ochromnyn System kompulerowy nalezy zabezpiecz praed chwilowym wzrostama lub spad kami napeeci
18. to IMAGE OPTIMIZATION press the button until IMAGE Help OPTIMIZATION is highlighted Next follow steps 3 6 under IMAGE OPTIMIZATION to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE IMAGE OPTIMIZATON IMAGE OPTIMIZATION composed of three steps PHASE CLOCK and TEXT GRAPHICS PHASE CLOCK help you to eliminate flicker from screen and TEXT GRAPHICS help you to select the best display quality for text or graphic oriented applications ZA NOTE TEXT GRAPHIC adjustment is not applicable if display resolution set to 1280x1024 To adjust the PHASE and CLOCK follow the steps below Note Before adjusting PHASE or CLOCK yourself press the AUTO button on the front panel If there is no improvement then return to adjust PHASE or CLOCK 1 Press the on the monitor CONTROLS window LANGUAGE is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 9 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls 2 Press the puton until IMAGE OPTIMIZATION is highlighted MAIN VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST SIZE I NES3 amp CONTHASI ADJUST COLOR PHODUCT INFORMATION HESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION MAIN 5 e MOVE SELECTION THEN 9 9 o 38 08 3 Press the The IMAGE OPTIMIZATION window appears VIDEO NOISE is highlighted IMAGE OPTIMIZATION PRESS AUTO BUTTON BEFORE
19. turn on the monitor 7 The two ends of USB cable attached are different Plug in the square end into the upstream connector of the USB Hub 8 Plug in the other end into the USB connector of the PC RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL USBHUB USB INST HTM 4 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing the Protective Cover Installing the Protective Cover Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description Connecting to Your PC Getting Started Optimizing Performance Accessories optional Installing the USB Hub Installing the Protective Cover Cleaning Instructions Installing the Wall Mount Kit Installing the Protective Cover 1 Locate the rectangular openings in the gap between the front bezel and the central plastic housing There are two on the top of the monitor and one on each side Below each of the openings is a clip Using a medium sized coin press in A and then twist B to disengage the clip in one of the opening Repeat for the rest of the openings file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL P_COVER pcov_inst htm 1 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing the Protective Cover 2 Pull up and forward to remove the front bezel from the monitor 3 Peel off the film on both sides of the protective cover file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL P_COVER pcov_inst htm 2 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing the Protective Cover LE pr
20. 0 11 PM Connecting to Your PC 6 Connect to Your PC 6 1 Turn off your computer and unplug its power cable 6 2 Connect the monitor signal cable to the video connector on the back of your computer 6 3 Connect the audio microphone to the ports on the back of your computer if any 6 4 Plug the power cord of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet 6 5 Turn on your computer and monitor Ifthe monitor displays an image installation is complete RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL CONNECT HTM 5 of 5 1 20 2001 3 20 11 PM Getting Started Getting Started Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description Connecting to Your Getting Started Optimizing Performance Accessories optional Installing the USB Hub Installing the Protective Cover Installing the Wall Mount Kit Getting Started 1 1 First turn on your monitor and other peripherals if any then turn on your computer 1 2 If your monitor displays an image and Windows prompts you for an inf file or driver disk please go to step 1 4 1 3 If your monitor displays the message Cannot Display This Video Mode please follow the procedure below to set your computer for the recommended video mode 1280 x 1024 60Hz e Unplug all cables Connect your PC to the monitor that you used previously and which displayed correctly e in the Windows Start Menu select Settings gt Control Panel In the Control
21. 50P pdf Download pa Download 170B pdf Download 80P pdf 2 From the menu that appears choose Save Link As Save Target or Download Link to Disk 4 Choose where you would like to save the file click Save if prompted to save as either text source choose file D Philips LCD english DOWNLOAD DOWNLOAD HTM 1 of 2 1 20 2001 3 19 40 PM Download and Print Printing instructions To print the manual 1 With the manual file open follow your printer s instructions and print the pages you need RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Installing FPadjust Program The FP Adjust program generates alignment patterns which will help you adjust monitor settings such as CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS HORIZONTAL amp VERTICAL POSITION PHASE and CLOCK System requirements PC running Window 95 Window 98 or later To install FPadjust Program Click on the link or icon to install FPadjustment Program or Click and hold your mouse over the icon Win95 98 users right click FPadjust SETUP EXE Download oo F u e From the menu that appears choose Save Link As Save Target or Download Link to Disk e Choose where you would like to save the file click Save if prompted to save as either text or source choose source e Exit your browser and install the FPadjust Program Read the ReadMe txt file before installing RETURN TO T
22. 80x1024 standard size contrast max brightness 50 6500 K full white pattern without audio USB file D Philips LCD english 1 80P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 4 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Signal Pin Assignment 1 The digital DVI D connector contains 24 signal contacts organized in three rows of eight contacts pin assignments are listed in the table 1 TMDS Data Data2 9 TMDS Datat Datal 17 II M D S Data0 Data0 BAL M D ILI Data2 her M D Datal Fer M D a NN Data0 m M D S Data2 4 M D S Data1 3 Bn M D rM Data0 5 Shield Shield EL 4 T M D T M D S Data4 Data4 12 T M D T M D S Data3 Data3 20 T M D M D S Data5 Datab TDS Te T M D S Data4 EU M D Data3 arr M D TMB S Dae Data5 6 DDC Clock 0 Clock Clock SV Power 00 Power cs TDS Coo DS cod Clock 7 DDC Data 0 IDDC Data Data UE T M D St Clock 8 No connect 16 Hot Plug Detect TESS coe M D S Clock Pin I H H I N EI L LIL JL 24 2 The 15 pin D sub connector male of the signal cable Pin Pin Red video input 9 5V power 2 Green video input 10 Logic ground x town it output connected Blue video input 11 to pin 10 file D Philips LCD english 1 80P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 5 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product
23. 99 requirement permits the inclusion of lead since no replacement has yet been developed Bio accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms Lead Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are bio accumulative RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Energy Star Declaration PHILIPS 150P1 14051 150 1 170 1 180 1 This monitor is equipped with a function for saving energy which supports the VESA Display Power Management Signaling DPMS standard This means that the monitor must be connected to a computer which supports VESA DPMS to fulfill the requirements in the NUTEK specification 803299 94 Time settings are adjusted from the system unit by software From indicated inactivity to Power Saving Position 2 the total time must not be set to more than 70 minutes VESA LED Power METERS State Indicator Consumption Normal operation ON Green 30W Power Saving Position A1 Suspend Amber 5W Power Saving OFF Amber 3W Position A2 file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 2 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Regulatory Information As an ENERGY STAR Partner PHILIPS has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency A We recommend you switch off the monitor when it is not in use for quite a long time RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice U S Only A This equipment has been tested an
24. ADJUSTING PHASE AND CLOCK PHASE CLOCK GRAPHICS B 9 BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 press Or to select PHASE CLOCK TEXT GRAPHICS 5 Once you have highlighted PHASE CLOCK or TEXT GRAPHICS press the 4 to adjust them 6 When adjustment is complete press the to confirm your adjustment and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_ CONT HTM 10 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls Smart Help AN After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to ADJUST COLOR press the ry button until ADJUST COLOR is highlighted Next start with step under ADJUST COLOR and follow the directions to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ADJUST COLOR Your monitor has three preset options you can choose from The first option is ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR which is fine and recommended for most applications The second option is CAD CAM use which is useful for computer aided design programs The third option is IMAGE MANAGEMENT which includes projects such as desktop publishing watching a DVD from your DVD player and viewing pictures on the World Wide Web When you select one of these options the monitor automatically adjusts itself to that option There is a fourth option USER PRESET which allows you to adjust the colors on your screen to a Setting you
25. D Philips LCD english 1 80P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 5 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Regulatory Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE BCIQ Notice Taiwan Only RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Ergonomie Hinweis nur Deutschland Der von uns gelieferte Farbmonitor entspricht den in der Verordnung ber den Schutz vor Sch den durch R ntgenstrahlen festgelegten Vorschriften Auf der R ckwand des Ger tes befindet sich ein Aufkleber der auf die Unbedenklichkeit der Inbetriebnahme hinweist da die Vorschriften ber die Bauart von St rstrahlern nach Anlage Ill 5 Abs 4 der R ntgenverordnung erf llt sind Damit Ihr Monitor immer den in der Zulassung geforderten Werten entspricht ist darauf zu achten da 1 Reparaturen nur durch Fachpersonal durchgef hrt werden 2 nur original Ersatzteile verwendet werden 3 bei Ersatz der Bildr hre nur eine bauartgleiche eingebaut wird Aus ergonomischen Gr nden wird empfohlen die Grundfarben Blau und Rot nicht auf dunklem Untergrund zu verwenden schlechte Lesbarkeit und erh hte Augenbelastung bei zu geringem Zeichenkontrast w ren die Folge Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betr gt 70dB A oder weniger ACHTUNG BEIM AUFSTELLEN DIESES GER TES DARAUF ACHTEN DAB NETZSTECKER UND NETZKABELANSCHLUB LEICHT ZUGANGLICH SIND RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE End of Life Disposal Your new monitor contains materials that can be recycled and reused Specialized compa
26. D Monitor It describes the LCD monitor s features setup operation and other pertinent information Its contents are identical to the information in our printed version sections are as follows e Safety and Troubleshooting Information provides tips and solutions for common problems as well as other related information you may need e About This Electronic User s Manual gives an overview of information included along with notation icon descriptions and other documentation for your reference e Product Information gives an overview of the monitor s features and as well as the technical specifications for this monitor e Installing Your Monitor describes the initial setup process and gives an overview of how to use the monitor e Screen Display provides information on adjusting the settings on your monitor Customer Care and Warranty contains a list of worldwide Philips Consumer Information Centers along with help desk phone numbers and information on the warranty applicable to your product e Glossary defines technical terms Download and Print Option transfers this entire manual to your hard drive for easy reference RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Other Documents You May Need In addition to this Electronic User s Guide you may need to refer to the following documentation Philips LCD Monitor Quick Start Guide which summarizes the steps for setting up the monitor This is included with this product RETURN TO TOP OF THE PA
27. FETY saf_troub htm 2 of 3 1 20 2001 3 19 53 PM Troubleshooting e lf an image remains in the screen for an extended period of time it may be imprinted in the screen and leave an after image This usually disappears after a few hours An after image appears This is characteristic of liquid crystal and is not caused by a malfunction or deterioration of the liquid crystal The after image will disappear after a set amount of time An after image remains after the power has been turned off The remaining dots are normal charactericstic of the liquid crystal used in today s technology Green red blue dark and white dots remains For further assistance refer to the Consumer Information Centers list to contact your local Philips distributor RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY saf troub htm 3 of 1 20 2001 3 19 53 PM Regulatory Information Regulatory Information 99 Information Environmental Requirements Energy Star Declaration Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice U S Only Commission Federale de la Communication FCC Declaration EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only VCCI Class 2 Notice Japan Only MOC Notice South Korea Only Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice North Europe Information BCIQ Notice Taiwan Only Ergonomie Hinweis nur Deutschland Philips End of Life Disposal Informatio
28. Frequently Asked Questions RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE LCD Panel Technology Q What is Liquid Crystal Display A Liquid Crystal Display LCD is an optical device that is commonly used to display ASCII characters and images on digital items such as watches calculators portable game consoles etc LCD is the technology used for displays in notebook and other small computers Like light emitting diode and gas plasma technologies LCD allows displays to be much thinner than cathode ray tube CRT technology LCD consumes much less power than LED and gas display displays because they work on the principle of blocking light rather than emitting it How LCDs made LCDs are created from two glass plates separated from each other at a distance of a few microns Plates are filled with liquid crystal then seals together The top plate is colored with a RGB pattern to make the color filter Then polarizers are glued to both plates This combination is sometimes called glass or cell The LCD cell is assembled into a module by adding the backlight driver electronics and frame Q What is polarization A Polarization is basically directing light to shine in one direction Light is electromagnetic wave Electric and magnetic fields oscillate in a direction perpendicular to the propagation of the light beam The direction of these fields is called polarization direction Normal or non polarized light has fields in several direc
29. GE Notational Descriptions The following subsections describe notational conventions used in this document file D Philips LCD english 180P ABOUT ABOUT HTM 1 of 2 1 20 2001 3 19 25 PM About This Electronic User s Manual Notes Cautions and Warnings Throughout this guide blocks of text may be accompanied by an icon and printed in bold or italic type These blocks contain notes cautions or warnings They are used as follows NOTE This icon indicates important information and tips that help you make better use of your computer system CAUTION This icon indicates information that tells you how to avoid either potential damage to hardware or loss of data WARNING This icon indicates the potential for bodily harm and tells you how to avoid the problem SMART HELP This icon indicates helpful information when adjusting the On Screen Display of your monitor Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may be unaccompanied by an icon In such cases the specific presentation of the warning is mandated by regulatory authority RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE 1999 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N V All rights reserved Reproduction copying usage modifying hiring renting public performance transmission and or broadcasting in whole or in part is prohibited without written consent of Philips Electronics N V file D Philips LCD english 180P ABOUT ABOUT HTM 2 of 2 1 20 2001 3 19 25 PM 180P Product Inf
30. ON AITTENTION CHECK CABLE CONNECTION This message appears when a signal cable is disconnected while computer is working Solution Re connect signal input cables file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 7 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information 4 ENTERING SLEEP MODE ATTENTION ENTERING SLEEP MODE This message appears when monitor is about to enter power saving To wake up monitor press any key or click on mouse 5 WAITING FOR AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT ATTENTION WAITING FOR AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT This message is displayed when the auto adjustment button is pressed It disappears when automatic adjustments are completed 6 USE 1024X768 FOR BEST RESULT ATTENTION USE 1024X768 FOR BEST RESULT or USE 1280X1024 FOR BEST RESULT file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 8 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information ATTENTION USE 1280X1024 FOR BEST RESULT One of these messages will show up at the top of the OSD main menu when the video Signal input mode is not the recommended one solution For best performance reset display 7 MUTE ON ATTENTION MUTE ON ATTENTION MUTE OFF These signals appear to indicate audio status after the mute button has been pressed 8 SECOND VIDEO IS NOT AVAILABLE file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 9 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information ATTEN
31. OP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english DOWNLOAD DOWNLOAD HTM 2 of 2 1 20 2001 3 19 40 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Frequently Asked Questions safety and Troubleshooting General FAQ Screen Adjustments Compatibility with Other Peripherals LCD Panel Technology Ergonomics Ecology and Safety Standards Troubleshooting Regulatory Information Other Related Information General FAQs When install my monitor how do I do if the screen shows Cannot display this video mode A Recommended video mode for Philips 150P 150B 140S 1024x768 60Hz for Philips 17 18 1280x1024 60Hz e Unplug all cables then connect your PC to the monitor that you used previously and which displayed correctly Inthe Windows Start Menu select Settings Control Panel In the Control Panel Window select the Display icon Inside the Display Control Panel select the Settings tab Under the setting tab in box labeled desktop area move the slidebar to 1024x768 pixels Open Advanced Properties and set the Refresh Rate to 60Hz then click OK Restart your computer and repeat step 2 and 3 to verify that your PC is set at 1024x768 60Hz Shut down your computer disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC Q What does refresh rate mean to me in an LCD monitor For LCD monitors the refresh rate is much less relevant LCD monitors
32. OSITION 4 Press the 4 or gt button to move the image left or right until it appears centered 5 Press the button until ADJUST VERTICAL is highlighted Press the or button to move the image up or down until it appears centered ADJUST POSITION HORIZONTAL BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 6 Press the button to confirm your selections and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 5 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls CONTROLS is highlighted P omart Help A After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to ADJUST SIZE press the button until ADJUST SIZE is Help highlighted Next follow steps 3 6 under ADJUST SIZE to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ADJUST SIZE ADJUST SIZE allows you to adjust screen size when the input video mode in under 1280x1024 It has 3 options FULL SCREEN NATIVE MODE and USER SETTINGS 1 Press the on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the until ADJUST SIZE is highlighted VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION BRIGHMTNESS 4 CONTRAST IMAGE OR TIMIZA ATION ADJUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION H e i9 py E e MAIN 5 MOVE SELECTION THEN 3 Press the Sr the ADJUST SIZE window appears FULL Screen i
33. On Screen Display The OSD Tree The OSD Controls Description of the On Screen Display What is the On Screen Display This is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors which allows an end user to adjust screen performance of monitors directly though on screen instruction window The user interface provides user friendliness and ease of use when operating the monitor Basic and simple instruction on the control keys On the front controls of your monitor once you press the button the On Screen Display OSD Main Controls window will pop up and you can now start making adjustments to your monitor s various features Use the 4 or the keys to make your adjustments within file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSDDESC HTM 1 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 33 PM On Screen Display PRALA Cea eF ADjUET POSITION ADJUST SIZE BRIGHTHERM amp CONTHART IHAGE G FTIAIZATICN ADIUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION RESET FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION m E e T3 ERIT CAAM TAGLE MS HOVE BELECETIOM THEN MAIN CONTROLS LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST SIZE BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION EXIT MAIN CONTROLS u 4 2 0 08g Ta ta sa u ts u u 1 e MOVE SELECTION THEN
34. P OSD OSDDESC HTM 4 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 33 PM On Screen Display RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSDDESC HTM 5 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 33 PM Customer Care and Warranty Customer Care amp Warranty PLEASE SELECT YOUR COUNTRY AREA TO REVIEW DETAILS OF YOUR WARRANTY COVERAGE WESTERN EUROPE Austria Belgium Cyprus Denmark France Germany Greece Finland Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland Spain United Kingdom EASTERN EUROPE Czech Republic Hungary Poland Russia Turkey LATIN AMERICA Antilles Argentina Brasil Chile e Colombia Mexico Paraguay Peru Uruguay Venezuela NORTH AMERICA Canada USA PACIFIC Australia New Zealand ASIA Bangladesh China Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Korea Malaysia Pakistan Philippines Singapore Taiwan Thailand AFRICA Morocco South Africa MIDDLE EAST Dubai Egypt file D Philips LCD english WARRANTY WARRANTY HTM 1 20 2001 3 19 35 PM Glossary Glossary ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ BNC connection A bayonet locking connector slim coaxial cables The connection is used in some monitors with high horizontal scanning frequencies It provides optimum shielding between the video input signal lines to give the best possible video performance BNC connection RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE
35. PM Installing Your Wall Mount Kit file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL M_KIT mkit_inst htm 3 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 13 PM 4 Thread all cables through the hole at the bottom of the bracket and use the clip provided to hold them in place 5 Slide the support pin at the bottom of the monitor into the matching hole on the bracket making sure that the pin is aligned Then use the original base screw to securely fix the monitor to the bracket Installing Your Wall Mount Kit RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL M_KIT mkit_inst htm 4 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 13 PM 6 Connect the power adaptor provided to the DC IN cable and connect all other cables to the computer The OSD Controls The OSD Controls Description of the On Screen Display The OSD Tree The OSD Controls Brightness HotKey Volume Language Adjust Position Adjust size e Brightness and Contrast Image Optimization Adjust Color Product Information Reset to Factory Settings Input Selection Exit Main Controls BRIGHTNESS Brightness is the overall intensity of the light coming from the screen To adjust your screen s brightness follow the steps below An 80 brightness is recommended 1 Press the or button on the monitor The BRIGHTNESS window appears BRIGHTNESS 2 Press the button to adjust the brightness 3 When the brightness is adjusted to the level desired stop
36. Philips 180P Electronic User s Manual PHILIPS Search Talk Philips home Leit make finas better safety and about this product installing your on screen customer care glossary downlo troubleshooting manual information monitor display and warranty amp print electr SER SMANUAL gt 4 2 2 N file D Philips LCD english 180P Index htm 1 20 2001 3 19 10 PM Safety amp Troubleshooting Safety and Troubleshooting Information Safety Precautions and Maintenance Installation Locations Correct Handling of the LCD Monitor FAQs Troubleshooting Regulatory Information Other Related Information Safety precautions and maintenance specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock electrical WARNING Use of controls adjustments or procedures other than those hazards and or mechanical hazards Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor e Unplug the monitor if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time e Unplug the monitor if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth Wiping the screen with a dry cloth is possible when the power is off However never use alcohol solvents or ammonia based liquids Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when following the instructions in this manual The casing cover should be opened only by qualif
37. S window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 2 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls Smart Help AN After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to LANGUAGE press the button until LANGUAGE is highlighted Help Next follow steps 2 4 under LANGUAGE to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE LANGUAGE The ON SCREEN DISPLAY prompts can be in one of six languages The default language is English but you can select French Spanish German Italian or Japanese 1 Press the button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted If not press the or button the monitor until LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the button again The LANGUAGE window appears VOLUME ADJUST POSITION ADJUSsST S zE BRIGHT NESS amp CONTHASI IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION HESEI TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION H Tk e FE ben EXIT MAIN CONTROLS MOVE SELECTION THEN amp 3 Press the or button until the desired language is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 3 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls LANGUAGE ESPANOL FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ITALIANO El i El 2 MOVE SELECTION THEN BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 Press the
38. SD_CONT HTM 12 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls ADJUST COLOR ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR s300K FOR CAD CAM USE USER PRESET RED 50 GREEN 100 BLUE 100 e MOVE SELECTION THEN BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS ADJUST USER PRESET THEN 6a If USER PRESET is highlighted press the button to highlight RED Next press the 4 or button to adjust the color red ADJUST COLOR ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR 9300K FOR CAD CAM USE 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT RED Be 50 GREEN P 100 BLUE m 100 0 MOVE SELECTION THEN Gg BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS eii ADJUST USER PRESET THEN 6b When finished with RED press the button to highlight GREEN Next press the 4 or gt button to adjust the color green 6c When finished with GREEN press the button to highlight BLUE Next press the 4 or gt button to adjust the color blue 6d When all adjustments are complete press the button to confirm your adjustments and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to PRODUCTION INFORMATION press the button until Help PRODUCTION INFORMATION is highlighted Next start with step 3 under file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_ CONT HTM 13 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls PRODUCTION INFORMATION and follow the directions to exit c
39. T HTM 3 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information Automatic Power Saving If you VESA s DPMS compliance display card or software installed in your PC the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use And if an input from a keyboard mouse or other input device is detected the monitor will automatically wake up The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving features Power Management Definition VESA Mode Video T H sync V sync d Power Used color lt 60W lt 60W Green Stand by Blanked lt 3W NM Amber ouspend Blanked Yes No lt 3W Amber OFF Blanked No No lt 3W Amber This monitor is ENERGY STAR compliant As an ENERGY STAR Partner PHILIPS has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Physical Specifications e Dimension WxHxD 451 x 476x 181 mm incl Pedestal e Tilt Swivel e Power supply 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz e Power consumption e Temperature 5 C to 35 C operating 20 C to 60 C storage Relative humidity 20 to80 05 0050505 202 20205 5 5 5 5 e System MTBF 00 45 50K hrs excluding LCD panel CCFL These information are subject to change without notice Resolution 12
40. TION This message appears when a user selects a second unavailable video source from the OSD from the INPUT SIGNAL SELECTION menu On systems with both analog and digital output this screen may appear when a signal other than the default signal type is received Solution Use hard keys to switch signal input defautls 9 THIS IS THE BEST PICTURE SHAPE ATTENTION This message is displayed when a picture s size is manually extended to the largest screen display size with same video aspect ratio as the original picture Picture size can continue to be enlarged up to full screen size but its aspect ratio will be distorted Message appears on 17 and 18 LCD monitors when a user attempts to stretch beyond a 4 3 aspect ressolution 640x480 800x600 1024x768 or others to full screen display RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 10 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM Installing your LCD Monitor Installing your LCD Monitor Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description Connecting to Your Getting Started Optimizing Performance Accessories optional Installing the USB Hub Installing the Protective Cover Installing the Wall Mount Kit Front View UP and DOWN buttons are used when adjusting the OSD of your monitor LEFT and RIGHT buttons like the UP and DOWN buttons are also used in adjusting the OSD of your monitor MEE BRIGHTNESS hotkey When the UP
41. am ports and one upstream port With its 12 Mbps This USB Hub supplement the full speed and low speed PC desktop peripherals with plug and play capability and user friendly interface 1 Downstream Port 1 2 Downstream Port 2 3 Downstream Port 3 4 Downstream Port 4 5 Upstream Port file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL USBHUB USB_INST HTM 1 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing Your USB Hub RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Application Just a few peripherals you can connect to your USB Hub file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL USBHUB USB INST HTM 2 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing Your USB Hub 1 Keyboard 2 Mouse 3 Joystick Gamepad 4 Scanner 5 Printer 6 Phone PBX RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Installing Your USB Hub System requirements Hardware A PC which supports the USB function and has a USB connector Software Windows system which supports USB OSR2 1 or higher Installation of USB Hub 1 Turn off the monitor and unplug the power cord 2 Remove the cover of USB BAY atthe back of the monitor 3 Insert USB Hub into the slot file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL USBHUB USB_INST HTM 3 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing Your USB Hub 4 Fix the USB Hub to the monitor by screwing 5 Do not tighten the fixing nut excessively use fingers to tighten screws If screwed too tight the unit may not connect properly 6 Plug in the power cord and
42. and DOWN arrow buttons are pressed the adjustment controls for the BRIGHTNESS will show up button which when pressed will take you to the OSD controls file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL INSTALL HTM 1 of 2 1 20 2001 3 19 31 PM Installing your LCD Monitor m POWER button switches your monitor on MUTE hotkey When the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons are MK pressed the sound mute ON or OFF setting will show up Option only available for Audio version Automatically adjust the horizontal position vertical position phase and clock setting RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Optimizing Performance e For best performance ensure that your display settings are set at 1024x768 60HZ for 14 15 or 1280x1024 60Hz for 17 18 FN Note You can check the current display settings by pressing the OSD OK button once Go into the Product Information The current display mode is shown on the item called RESOLUTION e You can also install the Flat Panel Adjust FP Adjust program a program for getting the best performance out of your monitor included in this CD A step by step instructions is provided to guide you through the installtion process Click on the link to know more about this program 5 FPadjust Program RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL INSTALL HTM 2 of 2 1 20 2001 3 19 31 PM On Screen Display On Screen Display Description of the
43. available on all monitors If not on your monitor RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS is your last selection to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 16 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls INPUT SELECTION not available on all monitors INPUT SELECTION allows you to decide whether the video input into your monitor comes from a digital or analog source This is determined by how the video signal is sent from your computer to your monitor To find out if the signal is digital or analog first consult the owner s manual for your computer Second make sure you have the correct connection made to your monitor If your computer supports both analog and digital output or if you have two computers connectors to your monitor one with analog output and one with digital output you can also use this setting to switch between the two video signals as desired 1 Press the OK button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the button until INPUT SELECTION is highlighted VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST SIZE BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST COLOR PHODUCT INFORMATION RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS re F1 bes EXIT MAIN CONTROLS MOVE SELECTION THEN 3 Press the button The INPUT SELECTION window appears 4 Press the
44. d enable the distribution of power to downstream devices Each downstream port can be individually enabled and configured at either full or low speed The hub isolates low speed ports from full speed signaling A hub consists of two portions the Hub Controller and Hub Repeater The repeater is a protocol controlled switch between the upstream port and downstream ports It also has hardware support for reset and suspend resume signaling The controller provides the interface registers to allow communication to from the host Hub specific status and control commands permit the host to configure a hub and to monitor and control file D Philips LCD english 1 80P GLOSSARY GLOSSARY HTM 3 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 38 PM Glossary its ports Device logical or physical entity that performs a function The actual entity described depends on the context of the reference At the lowest level device refer to a single hardware component as in a memory device Ata higher level it may refer to a collection of hardware components that perform a particular function such as a Universal Serial Bus interface device At an even higher level device may refer to the function performed by an entity attached to the Universal Serial Bus for example a data FAX modem device Devices may be physical electrical addressable and logical Port Port 2 ane U B Port Port 4 3 Downstream The direction of data flow from the host or a
45. d found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help A Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Use only RF shielded cable that was supplied with the monitor when connecting this monitor to a computer device To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard do not expose this appliance to rain or excessive moisture THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF
46. ecific country In case your Philips product is not working correctly or is defective please contact your Philips dealer In the event you require service whilst in another country a dealer address can be given to you by the Philips Consumer Help Desk in that country the telephone and fax number of which can be found in the relevant part of this booklet In order to avoid unnecessary inconvenience we advise you to read the operating instructions carefully before contacting your dealer If you have questions which your dealer cannot answer or any related question please contact the Philips Consumer Information Centers or via Website http www philips com file D Philips LCD english WARRANTY WAR INTL HTM 1 20 2001 3 20 28 PM United States Guarantee LIMITED WARRANTY Computer Monitor Three Years Free Labor Three Years Free Service on Parts One Year Exchange Product will be exchanged with new or renewed to original specifications unit within two business days for the first year This product must be shipped in at your expense for service during years two and three WHO IS COVERED You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase Attach it to this owner s manual and keep both nearby WHAT IS COVERED Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product For three years thereafter all parts will be
47. ed to your computer Also refer to the Quick Set Up Guide e Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins e Make sure the computer is turned on file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY saf troub htm 1 of 3 1 20 2001 3 19 53 PM Troubleshooting e The Auto Function is designed for use on standard Macintosh or IBM compatible PC running AUTO button not working properly Microsoft properly Windows e t may not work properly if using non standard PCs or video card Imaging Problems Push the Auto button 2 Adjust the image position Display position is incorrect using the Horizontal Position amp or Vertical Position in the second Window Check that the signal cable is Image vibrates on the screen properly connected to the graphics board or PC Vertical flicker appears e Push the Auto button e Eliminate the vertical bars using the Clock Adjustment the first Window Horizontal flicker appears H flicker Mo flicker e Push the Auto button e Eliminate the horizontal bars using the Phase Adjustment in the First Window sr ss un EM BEFORE AFTER Adjust the contrast and brightness using the First Window The backlight of the LCD monitor has a fixed life span When the screen becomes dark or begins to flicker please contact your dealer The screen is too bright or too dark file D Philips LCD english 180P SA
48. ereby consumes a lot of energy What does labeling involve This product meets the requirements for the TCO 99 scheme which provides for international and environmental labeling of personal computers The labeling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation and Statens Energimyndighet The Swedish National Energy Administration Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues environment ergonomics usability emission of electric and magnetic fields energy consumption and electrical and fire safety The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals brominated and chlorinated flame retardants CFCs freons and chlorinated solvents among other things The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its operational policy The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and or display after a certain period of inactivity shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user Labeled products must meet strict environmental demands for example in respect of the reduction of electric and magnetic fields physical and visual ergonomics a
49. es 4 Clip the protective cover onto the monitor engaging only the top two clips Now press the bottom corners of the protective cover to engage the two side clips RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Cleaning Instructions The anti scratch anti reflective cover protects the LCD screen file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL P_COVER pcov_inst htm 3 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing the Protective Cover Cleaning Instructions e Wipe with a soft dry cloth e Do not use alcohol solvents or other strong chemical RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL P_COVER pcov_inst htm 4 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 12 PM Installing Your Wall Mount Kit Installing Your Wall Mount Kit Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description Connecting to Your Getting Started Optimizing Performance Accessories optional Installing the USB Hub Installing the Protective Cover Installing the Wall Mount Kit Installing the Wall Mount Kit 1 Please turn off the monitor and unplug all cables then remove the screw in the monitor base and pull it away completely file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL M KIT mkit inst htm 1 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 13 PM Installing Your Wall Mount Kit 2 Detach the monitor base by pulling away the two parts 3 Fix the mount bracket to the desired location file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL M_KIT mkit_inst htm 2 of 4 1 20 2001 3 20 13
50. here IS SERVICE AVAILABLE Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics does not distribute the product the local file D Philips LCD english WARRANTY WAR USA HTM 1 of 3 1 20 2001 3 20 29 PM United States Guarantee Philips service organization will attempt to provide service although there be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual s are not readily available Where CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION For more information contact the Philips Customer Care Center by calling 800 835 3506 U S A customers only or 423 475 0280 Before Requesting Service Please check your owner s manual before requesting service Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a service Call TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U S A PUERTO RICO OR U S VIRGIN ISLANDS Contact the Philips Customer Care Center phone number listed below for product assistance and procedures for servicing Philips Customer Care Center 800 835 3506 or 423 475 0280 In U S A Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands all implied warranties including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the duration of this express warranty But because some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may last this limitation may not ap
51. ied service personnel Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight and away from stoves or any other heat source Remove any object that could fall into the vents or prevent proper cooling of the monitor s electronics Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet Keep the monitor dry To avoid electric shock do not expose it to rain or excessive moisture When positioning the monitor make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible If turning off the monitor by detaching power cable or DC power cord wait for 6 seconds then attach the power cable or DC power cord for normal operation To avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to the set do not expose the monitor to rain or excessive moisture Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when operating instructions of this manual are followed RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Installation Locations e Avoid Heat and Extreme Cold e Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to heat direct sunlight or extreme cold e Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with large temperature differences Choose a site falling within the following temperature and humidity ranges file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAFETY HTM 1 of 3 1 20 2001 3 19 21 PM Safety amp Troubleshooting Temperature 5 35 C 41 95 F O Humidity 20 80 RH Do not subject the LCD monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions Do not place
52. le Philips also specifies tolerances for the proximity of pixel defects Pixel Defect Tolerances In order to qualify for repair or replacement due to pixel defects during the warranty period a TFT LCD panel in a Philips flat panel monitor must have pixel or subpixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following tables file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PIXEL HTM 2 of 3 1 20 2001 3 20 05 PM Philips Pixel Defect Policy BRIGHT DOT DEFECTS ACCEPIABLE LEVEL _ 150P 150X EIEE ge aa Tene two brig t NS alee mem cling Meine Mate Mate Morten BLACK DOT DEFECTS ACCEPTABLE LEVEL 1 adacent dork a orlewer 3orfewer Iertemer ore Zorfewer None Noe None lower Mon ee nere men Black dot defects within 20 mm drede ewe Werke Moe Helme TOTAL DOT DEFECTS CEFTABLE LEVEL MOS T IB 150P 150 amp IBIAS Total bright or black dat defects of all types 2 or fewer 2 or fewer or fewer IO or fewer Note or 2 adjacent subbivel defects dot defect RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PIXEL HTM 3 of 3 1 20 2001 3 20 05 PM Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description Accessory Connecting to Your PC Getting Started Optimizing Performance Accessories
53. le Protective Cover e Optional integrated USB Hub e VESA Wall Mount Kit Q What accessories are available for my 150B LCD monitor Currently there 2 accessories available for the 150B There e User installable Protective Cover VESA Wall Mount Kit Q What accessories are available for my 1405 LCD monitor Currently there 1 accessories available for the 1405 There VESA Wall Mount Kit Q How many signal inputs do Philips 150P LCD monitor provide Standard 15 pin D Sub and DVI D connectors and a Macintosh adapter optional outside of North America open the 150P up to most PC and workstation users Handy hot keys on the chin of the 150P make switching between two different video sources a breeze Q Can the Philips LCD Monitor be hung on the wall or used as touch panel Yes Philips Brilliance LCD monitors have this optional feature The standard VESA mount holes on inside removable back cover integrate with a VESA FPMPMI standard arm which include both VESA compatible mount bracket and external AC adapter Touch panels are being developed for future applications Check with your Philips sales representative for more information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 3 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Screen Adjustments Q What is CustoMax and what models are compatible 181AS 150P Cu
54. lly undetectable luminance caused by the difference between positive and negative voltage On the other hand CRT flickering that can irritate the human eye comes when the on off action of the florescent object becomes visible Since the reaction speed of liquid crystal in a LCD panel is much slower this troublesome form of flickering is not present in LCD display Q Why is an LCD monitor virtually free of Electro Magnetic Interference A Unlike a CRT an LCD monitor does not have key parts that generate Electro Magnetic Interference especially magnetic fields Also since LCD display utilizes relatively low power its power supply is extremely quiet RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Ergonomics Ecology and Safety Standards Q What is CE mark A The CE Conformit Europ enne marking is required to be displayed on the regulated product placed for sale on the European market This mark means that a product complies with an applicable European Directive A European Directive is a European Law which relates to health safety environment and consumer Protection much the same as the U S National Electrical Code and UL Standards Q Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards A Yes Philips LCD monitors conform to the guidelines of MPR II and TCO 95 99 standards for the control of radiation electromagnetic waves energy reduction electrical safety in the work environment and recyclability The specification page p
55. n for UK only Safety and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Other Related Information Frequently Asked Questions FAQs TCO 99 Information Congratulations You have just purchased a TCO 99 approved and labeled product Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products Why do we have environmentally labeled computers In many countries environmental labeling has become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment The main problem as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature There are also other characteristics of a computer such as energy consumption levels that are important from the viewpoints of both the work internal and natural external environments Since all methods of electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment e g acidic and climate influencing emissions radioactive waste it is vital to save energy Electronics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and th
56. nd good usability Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from TCO Development SE 114 94 Stockholm Sweden Fax 46 8 782 92 07 Email Internet development tco se Current information regarding TCO 99 approved and labeled products may also be obtained via the Internet using the address http www tco info com RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Environmental Requirements file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 1 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Regulatory Information Flame retardants Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards cables wires casings and housings Their purpose is to prevent or at least to delay the spread of fire Up to 30 of the plastic a computer casing can consist of flame retardant substances Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride and those flame retardants are chemically related to another group of environmental toxins PCBs Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects including reproductive damage in fish eating birds and mammals due to the bio accumulative processes Flame retardants have been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in fetus development may occur The relevant TCO 99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not
57. nded warranty called Philips First Choice Premium is available in addition to your Philips First Choice warranty For more details contact your Philips dealer Before contacting Philips please prepare the following details so we can solve your problem quickly e Philips type number e Philips serial number e Purchase date copy of purchase may be required e PC environment Processor 286 386 486 Pentium Pro Internal memory O Operating system Windows DOS 05 2 MAC Fax Modem Internet program e Other cards installed Having the following information available will also help speed up the process e Your proof of purchase indicating date of purchase dealer name model and product serial number The full address to which the swap model should be delivered Just a phone call away Philips customer help desks are located worldwide You can contact Philips Monday Friday from 08 00 20 00 hrs Central European Time CET and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 00 to 18 00 hrs CET by using one of the toll free numbers Click here to access the First Choice Contact Information Or you can reach us via Website http www philips com file D Philips LCD english WARRANTY WAR_1ST HTM 1 20 2001 3 20 28 PM International Guarantee Your International Guarantee Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this Philips product which has been designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards If unfortunately something should go w
58. nector ln RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE E Energy Star Computers Programme An energy conservation programme launched by the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA with the primary aim of promoting the manufacture and marketing of energy efficient office automation equipment Companies joining this programme must be willing to commit themselves to manufacturing one or more products capable of going into a low power state lt 30 W either after a period of inactivity or after a predetermined time selected by the user RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P GLOSSARY GLOSSARY HTM 2 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 38 PM Glossary L LCD Liquid Crystal Display An alphanumeric display using the unique properties of liquid crystal to form characters The latest flat panel displays comprise a matrix of hundreds or thousands of individual LCD cells that generate text and colorful graphics a screen They consume little power though they do require external lighting to make them legible to the user RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE U USB or Universal Serial Bus A smart plug for PC peripherals USB automatically determines resources like driver software and bus bandwidth required by peripherals USB makes necessary resources available without user intervention e USB eliminates case angst the fear of removing the computer case to install add on peripherals And USB also eliminates adjustment of complicated IRQ set
59. nies can recycle your product to increase the amount of reusable materials and to minimize the amount to be disposed of Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old monitor from your local Philips dealer RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Information for UK only WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Important This apparatus is supplied with an approved moulded 13A plug To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows 1 Remove fuse cover and fuse 2 Fit new fuse which should be a BS 1362 5A A S T A or BSI approved type file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 6 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Regulatory Information 3 Refit the fuse cover If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets it should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted in its place If the mains plug contains a fuse this should have a value of 5A If a plug without a fuse is used the fuse at the distribution board should not be greater than 5A Note The severed plug must be destroyed to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a 13A socket elsewhere How to connect a plug The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL N BROWN LIVE L GREEN amp YELLOW EARTH E 1 The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by
60. nty entitles you to a swap model on site within 48 hours of your call being received within the first year of purchase If you have any problems with your monitor within the second or third year of purchase we will repair it after it has been sent to the service provider at your expense and returned to you within five working days free of charge CHEE J extended warranty called Philips First Choice Premium is available in addition to your Philips First Choice warranty For more details contact your Philips dealer Before contacting Philips please prepare the following details so we can solve your problem quickly Philips type number e Philips serial number e Purchase date copy of purchase may be required e PC environment Processor 286 386 486 Pentium Pro Internal memory O Operating system Windows DOS 05 2 MAC Fax Modem Internet program e Other cards installed Having the following information available will also help speed up the process e Your proof of purchase indicating date of purchase dealer name model and product serial number e The full address to which the swap model should be delivered Just a phone call away Philips customer help desks are located worldwide You can contact Philips Monday Friday from 08 00 20 00 hrs Central European Time CET and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 00 to 18 00 hrs CET by using one of the toll free numbers Click here to access the First Choice Contact
61. of radiation A Because LCDs do not use an electron gun they do not generate the same amount of radiation at the screen surface Q What is the screen size enlarge function A User want the best possible display quality regardless of the size of the image However LCD panel characteristics require some tradeoffs For example the 150P highest resolution is 1024x768 In other words there are 1024x768 or 786 432 pixels on this 15 inch LCD screen When the monitor needs to display at a lower resolution say 640x480 the image on the screen is smaller because it requires fewer pixels file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 4 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q How can adjust the screen The screen brightness may be adjusted using the Brightness control in the OSD Scaling an image in this manner results in slight brightness fuzziness or distortion RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Compatibility with other Peripherals Can connect my LCD monitor to any PC workstation or Mac Yes all Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PC and workstation You may need a cable adapter to connect the monitor to your Mac system Please contact your dealer reseller for more information Q Are Philips LCD monitors Plug and Play Yes the monitors are Plug and Play compatible with Windows 95 98 and the 98 99 platforms Q What is USB Universal Serial Bus
62. ompletely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE PRODUCT INFORMATION The PRODUCT INFORMATION window displays the monitor s serial number and the resolution of the monitor all in one easy place This is an information window only Nothing can be adjusted in this window To view this information simply follow the steps below 1 Press the button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the button until PRODUCT INFORMATION is highlighted MAIN CONTROLS VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST SIZE BRIGHTNESS 2 CONTRAST IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST COLOR RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION EXIT MAIN EONTROLS THEM 3 Press the button The PRODUCT INFORMATION window appears This window shows the monitor s SERIAL NUMBER and RESOLUTION of the monitor file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 14 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls PRODUCT INFORMATION SERIAL NO 1234567690 RESOLUTION 1280 X 1024 75HZ BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 Press the fiij button to return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS press the ry button until Help RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS is highlighted Next start with step 3 under RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS and follow the directions to exit com
63. ontrols To adjust the Brightness and Contrast follow the steps below Note Brightness can also be adjusted without using the MAIN CONTROLS window See the steps at the beginning of these instructions to learn how 1 Press the button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted _ 2 Press the button until BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST is highlighted VOLUME LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION Dll S SIZE IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST COLOR PRODUCT INFORMATION RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION EXIT MAIN s E r3 e HE MOYE SELECTION THEN 3 Press the button The BRIGHTNESS 8 CONTRAST window appears BRIGHTNESS is highlighted BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST D CONTRAST BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 Press the lt or gt button to adjust the brightness An 80 brightness is recommended 5 When finished with BRIGHTNESS press the button until CONTRAST is highlighted Next press the or button to adjust the contrast A 100 contrast is recommended file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 8 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls BRIGHTMESS amp CONTRAST it BRIGHTNESS BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 6 Press the button to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted P omart Help A After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue
64. optional Installing the USB Hub Installing the Protective Cover Installing the Wall Mount Kit Accessory Pack Unpack all the parts 1 Audio in Cable Option only available for Audio version 2 Microphone out Cable Option only available for Audio version 3 Power Cable socket may differ for different countries 4 Macintosh Adapter optional file D Philips LCD english 1 80P INSTALL CONNECT HTM 1 of 5 1 20 2001 3 20 11 PM Connecting to Your PC RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Connecting to Your PC 5 VGA Signal Cable 6 E DFU package with Quick Setup Guide Using Your Monitor Manual and CD ROM 1 To remove the back cover press up to disengage the clips on each side then pull and litt file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL CONNECT HTM 2 of 5 1 20 2001 3 20 11 PM Connecting to Your PC 2 Remove the plastic ring from the hinge 3 Plug in the video cable into VGA or DVI D connector Also connect audio cable if any file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL CONNECT HTM 3 of 5 1 20 2001 3 20 11 PM Connecting to Your PC 4 Cover the cables with the plastic ring and put the ring back on the hinge NOTE If you use an Apple Macintosh you need to connect the special Mac adapter to one end of the monitor signal cable 5 Replace the back cover on the monitor file D Philips LCD english 180P INSTALL CONNECT HTM 4 of 5 1 20 2001 3 2
65. ormation Product Information Product Features Technical Specifications Resolution amp Preset Modes Philips Pixel Defect Policy Automatic Power Saving Physical Specification Pin Assignment Product Views Attention Signals Product Features 180P e 18 1 color LCD monitor with excellent display performance and same viewing size as a 19 CRT monitor e Dual input accepts both DVI Digital and VGA Analog input Advanced AUTO adjustment automatically optimizes picture quality Built in front firing stereo speakers and microphone for video conferencing and multimedia applications Wide viewing angle technology 7 1 181mm small footpring with full detachable cables USB Bay for upgrade to USB Hub Optional protective cover to prevent LCD panel damage standard VESA mounting holes and optional tilt swivel Wall Mount Kit RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Technical Specifications LCD PANEL 0 22 2 9 9 5 20 Type TET CD e Screen size 18 1 45 9cm diagonal Pixel Pitch 0 280 0 1280 x 1024 pixels e LCD Panel type R G B vertical stripe Anti glare polarizer hard coated Effective viewing area 359 x 287 2 mm I Display Colors 8 bits interface 16M colors SCANNING Vertical refresh rate 56 2 76 2 file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PRODUCT HTM 1 of 10 1 20 2001 3 19 28 PM 180P Product Information Horizontal Frequency 30KHz 82KHz
66. pletely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS returns everything in all the windows to factory presets This means all adjustments that you may have made will be returned to the original settings 1 Press the OK button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press the button until RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS is highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 15 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls MATIN VOLUME LANGUAGE A DJO ST POSITION A DJU S SIZE DAIGA I NESS amp CONTAAST IMAGE OR TIMIZ ATION ADJUST COL OR PHODUCT INFORMATION INPUT SELECTION MAIN CON TAHOLS MS MOVE SELECTION THEN 3 Press the button The RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS window appears RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS MOVE SELECTION THEN BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 Press the or button to select YES or NO NO is the default YES returns all settings to their original factory adjustments 5 Press the button to confirm your selections and return the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted i Smart Help A After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart to continue to INPUT SELECTION press the button until INPUT SELECTION Help is highlighted Next start with step under INPUT SELECTION and follow the directions Note INPUT SELECTION is not
67. ply to you TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA Please contact Philips at 800 479 6696 Three years free parts and three years free labor will be provided at Philips Canada depot or any one of its authorized service centers In Canada this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties No other warranties are expressed or implied including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages howsoever incurred even if notified of the possibility of such damages REMEMBER Please record the model and serial numbers found on the product below MODEL SERIAL This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state province to state province file D Philips LCD english WARRANTY WAR_USA HTM 2 of 3 1 20 2001 3 20 29 PM United States Guarantee Philips Customer Care Center P O Box 2976 Longview TX 75601 Your International Philips First Choice Warranty Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitor Philips monitors are designed and manufactured to high standards and deliver high quality performance ease of use and ease of installation Should you encounter any difficulties while installing or using this product please contact Philips directly to benefit from your Philips First Choice Warranty This three year service warra
68. pressing the ry or button and after three seconds the BRIGHTNESS window will disappear with the new adjustment saved After the BRIGHTNESS window has disappeared to continue to the CONTRAST window by pressing the key an OSD MAIN CONTROLS window will appear Smart Help to continue to the MAIN CONTROLS follow the steps under VOLUME Note You can also adjust the brightness from the MAIN CONTROLS window See BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST for details RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_ CONT HTM 1 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls VOLUME Volume is the level of sound coming from the speakers built into your monitor You can control the volume from the MAIN CONTROLS window Simply follow the steps below 1 Press the button on the monitor The MAIN CONTROLS window appears LANGUAGE is highlighted 2 Press ry button until VOLUME is highlighted LANGUAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST SIZE BAIGHINESS amp IMAGE OPTIMIZATION ADJUST PRODUCT INFORMATION HESEI TO FACTORY SETTINGS INPUT SELECTION E fa ik ry ie gt e EXIT MAIN GONTMHOLS MS MOVE SELECTION THEN 3 Press the button again The VOLUME window appears YOLUME BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 Press the 4 or button to decrease or increase the volume level 5 Press the button to confirm your selection and return to MAIN CONTROL
69. repaired or replaced and labor is free After three years from the day of purchase you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts and for all labor charges All parts including repaired and replaced parts are covered only for the original warranty period When the warranty on the original product expires the warranty on all replaced and repaired products and parts also expires WHAT IS EXCLUDED Your warranty does not cover e labor charges for installation or setup of the product adjustment of customer controls on the product and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product e product repair and or part replacement because of misuse accident unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Philips Consumer Electronics e reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or antenna systems outside the unit e a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed manufactured approved and or authorized or repair of products damaged by these modifications e incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you This includes but is not limited to prerecorded material whether copyrighted or not copyrighted e a product used for commercial or institutional purposes W
70. rong with this product Philips guarantees free of charge labor and replacement parts irrespective of the country where it is repaired during a period of 12 months from date of purchase This international Philips guarantee complements the existing national guarantee obligations to you of dealers and Philips in the country of purchase and does not affect your statutory rights as a customer The Philips guarantee applies provided the product is handled properly for its intended use in accordance with its operating instructions and upon presentation of the original invoice or cash receipt indicating the date of purchase dealer s name and model and production number of the product The Philips guarantee may not apply if the documents have been altered in any way or made illegible the model or production number on the product has been altered deleted removed or made illegible repairs or product modifications and alterations have been executed by unauthorized service organizations or persons e damage is caused by accidents including but not limited to lightning water or fire misuse or neglect Please note that the product is not defective under this guarantee in the case where modifications become necessary in order for the product to comply with local or national technical standards which apply in countries for which the product was not originally designed and or manufactured Therefore always check whether a product can be used in a sp
71. rovides detailed safety standards data More information is provided in the Regulatory Information chapter Q Is the Philips LCD Monitor Y2k compliant A Yes all Philips LCD Monitors are compliant with the Y2K file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 8 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 9 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Safety and Troubleshooting FAQs Common Problems Imaging Problems Regulatory Information Other Related Information This page presents problems that can be corrected by the user If the problem still exists after these possible solutions contact your nearest Philips dealer Common Problems Having this problem Check these items Make sure the Power cable is plugged to the wall and back of the monitor e Make sure the DC power cord No Picture has been attached to the DC Power LED not lit Jack e First power button in front of the monitor should be in the OFF position then press it to ON position again Make sure the computer is turned on e Make sure the signal cable is No Picture properly connected to your computer Power LED is amber or yellow e Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins e he Energy Saving feature may be activated Make sure the monitor cable ocreen Says is properly connect
72. s equipment is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment it may cause radio Interference Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual Class BITE PRE E d IE VCC OEM 0 56 RRR CH HF 2 E Hit 2 LT ee gt leo SRE LT 4 27 2 ib b ARE CIE Led o RC e LX Fats RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE MOC Notice South Korea Only Class B Device usen Alix 4 717 13458 4 TESS 8 5 gt qt 25 SE ASA ASE N Please note that this device has been approved for non business purposes and may be used in any environment including residential areas RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit a three prong socket All equipment that works together computer monitor printer and so on should have the same power supply source file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 4 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Regulatory Information The phasing conductor of the room s electrical installation should have a reserve short circuit protection device in the form of a fuse with a nominal value no larger than 16 amperes A To completely switch off the equipment the power supply cable must be removed from
73. s highlighted file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_CONT HTM 6 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD Controls ADJUST SIZE MODE USER SETTINGS BACK TO MAIN CONTROLS 4 Press button to select FULL SCREEN NATIVE MODE or USER SETTINGS 5 Once you have highlighted FULL SCREEN or NATIVE MODE press the 9 uton to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted 6a If USER SETTINGS is highlighted press the P sutton to adjust the screen size 6b When adjustment is complete press the to confirm your adjustment and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted N Smart Help AN After returning to MAIN CONTROLS Smart tocontinue to BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST press the button until Help BRIGHTNESS 8 CONTRAST is highlighted Next follow steps 3 6 under BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST to exit completely press the button RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS amp CONTRAST is composed of two steps BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST Brightness is the overall intensity of the light coming from the screen An 80 brightness is recommended Contrast is the difference between the light and dark areas on the screen A 100 contrast is recommended file D Philips LCD english 180P OSD OSD_ CONT HTM 7 of 18 1 20 2001 3 20 23 PM The OSD C
74. stoMax is proprietary Philips software that allows users to adjust monitor via software instead of control keys under Windows base With the Philips Brilliance 150P CustoMax operates via a USB connection to PC All Philips 150P models are CustoMax compatible but your computer must support USB in order to use CustoMax Q What is the FPadjust program on the setup disk and CD ROM A The FPadjust program generates alignment patterns that help you adjust monitor settings such as Contrast Brightness Horizontal Position Vertical Position Phase and Clock for optimal performance Q When install my monitor how do I get the best performance for the monitor A 1 For best performance make sure your display settings are set at 1024x768 60HZ for 150P 150B 140S 1280x1024 60Hz for 170B 180P 181AS Note You can check the current display settings by pressing the OSD OK button once The current display mode is shown in product information in OSD main controls or under OSD main controls 181AS 2 To install the Flat Panel Adjust FPadjust program located on the monitor setup disk or CD ROM open the setup disk or CD ROM and double click the FPadjust exe icon This will install FP Adjust automatically and place a shortcut on your desktop 3 Run FPadjust by double clicking the shortcut Follow the instructions step by step to optimize image performance with your system s video controller Q How do LCDs compare to CRTs in terms
75. t est susceptible d interdire l utilisateur l usage du pr sent quipement N utiliser que des c bles RF arm s pour les connections avec des ordinateurs ou p riph riques CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU REGLEMENT SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR DU CANADA file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 3 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Regulatory Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only This device belongs to catagory B devices as described in 55022 unless it epecrfi cally stated that it ia Class device tha specification label The following apolias to devices in Class A of 55022 radius of protection up 30 meters The user of tha device obliged to take all stapa necessary to remove sources of interference to tela communication or other devices Pokud nani typovem Sitku po ita e uvadeno ze do do tidy podle EN 55022 Spada automaticky do tidy B podia 55022 Pro zafizen zafazen do tidy A chrann p srno 3 m podle EN 55022 plati n amp sledujici Dojde li k ru eni telekornunikeatnich mabo Bych zafizeni je u ivatel povinnen prov st takov opatfgni aby ruseni odstranil RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE VCCI Notice Japan Only This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference VCCI for Information technology equipment If thi
76. ted to the Monitor Q Will the LCD monitor accept an Interlaced signal No If an Interlace signal is used the screen displays both odd and even horizontal scanning lines at the same time distorting the picture Q Does Refresh Rate mean to LCD Unlike CRT display technology in which the speed the electron beam is swept from the top to the bottom of the screen determines flicker an active matrix display uses an active element TFT to control each individual pixel and thus refresh rate is not really applicable to LCD technology Q Will the LCD screen resistant scratches A A protective coating is applied onto the surface of the LCD which is durable up to a certain extent of hardness approximately up to the hardness of a 2H pencil In general it is recommended not to expose the panel surface to any excessive shocks or scratches An optional protective cover with greater scratch resistance is also available file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 2 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions How should I clean the LCD surface For normal cleaning use the clean soft and fine For extensive cleaning please use Isopropyl alcohol Do not use other solvents such as ethyl alcohol ethanol acetone hexane etc Q What accessories are available for my 150P 180P 170B LCD monitor Currently there 3 accessories available for the 150P There e User installab
77. the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW 2 The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK 3 The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which marked with the letter L or coloured RED Before replacing the plug cover make certain that the cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the lead not simply over the three wires RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 1 80P SAFETY REGS REGULAT HTM 7 of 7 1 20 2001 3 19 54 PM Other Related Information Other Related Information Safety and Troubleshooting FAQs Troubleshooting Regulatory Information Information for Users in the U S Information for Users Outside the U S Information for Users in the U S For units set at 115 Use a UL Listed Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG Type SVT or SJT three conductor cord a maximum of 15 feet long and a parallel blade grounding type attachment plug rated 15 125 V For units set at 230 V Use a UL Listed Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG SVT or SJT three conductor cord a maximum of 15 feet long and a tandem blade grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A 250 V Information for Users outside the U S For units set at 230 V Use a Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG cord and grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A 250 V The Cord Set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the
78. the LCD monitor inside a car trunk Take care not to mishandle this product by either knocking or dropping during operation or transportation e Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to high humidity or a dusty environment Also do not allow water or other liquids to spill on or into the LCD monitor RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Correct handling of the monitor 1 When handling the monitor grip the bottom firmly with both hands and ensure that the front panel faces outward before lifting Please refer to the diagram on the right 2 Handling the monitor with care prevents scratching and damage If the monitor becomes damaged immediately disconnect the power from the unit and have it checked by a qualified service person before using it again To prevent fire or electrical shock do not drop the monitor 4 When moving the monitor be sure to unplug all power cords in order to avoid injury or damage to the 5 file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAFETY HTM 2 of 3 1 20 2001 3 19 21 PM Safety amp Troubleshooting equipment RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAFETY HTM 3 of 3 1 20 2001 3 19 21 PM About This Electronic User s Manual About This Electronic User s Manual About This Guide Other Documents You May Need Notational Descriptions About This Guide This electronic user s guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips LC
79. the polarized filter at the bottom When impressed with voltage liquid crystal molecules are arranged vertically from the original spiral structure and the direction of the light is not turned in 90 degrees In this case light that comes through the top polarized panel may not go through the polarized panel at the bottom Q What are the advantages of TFT LCD compared to CRT A Ina CRT monitor a gun shoots electrons and general light by colliding polarized electrons on fluorescent glass Therefore CRT monitors basically operate with analog RGB signal A TFT LCD monitor is a device displaying an input image by operating liquid crystal panel The TFT has a fundamentally different structure than a CRT Each cell has an active matrix structure and independent active elements A TFT LCD has two glass panels and the space between them is filled in with liquid crystal When each cell is connected with electrodes and impressed with voltage molecular structure of liquid crystal is altered and controls amount of inlet lighting to display images A TFT LCD has several advantages over a CRT since it can be very thin and it does not have flickering because it does not use scanning method Q Vertical frequency of 60Hz optimal for an LCD monitor why A Unlike a CDT monitor the TFT LCD panel has a fixed resolution For example an XGA monitor has 1024x3 R G B x 768 pixels and higher resolution may not be available without additional software processing
80. tings when installing new peripherals e USB does away with port gridlock Without USB PCs are normally limited to one printer two Com port devices usually a mouse and modem one Enhanced Parallel Port add on scanner or video camera for example and a joystick More and more peripherals for multimedia computers arrive on the market every day With USB up to 127 devices can run simultaneously on a computer e USB permits hot plug in There s no need to shut down plug in reboot and run set up to install peripherals And no need to go through the reverse process to unplug a device In short USB transforms today s Plug and Pray into true Plug and Play Hub A Universal Serial Bus device that provides additional connections to the Universal Serial Bus Hubs are a key element in the plug and play architecture of USB The Figure shows a typical hub Hubs serve to simplify USB connectivity from the user s perspective and provide robustness at low cost and complexity Hubs are wiring concentrators and enable the multiple attachment characteristics of USB Attachment points are referred to as ports Each hub converts a single attachment point into multiple attachment points The architecture supports concatenation of multiple hubs The upstream port of a hub connects the hub towards the host Each of the other downstream ports of a hub allows connection to another hub or function Hubs can detect attach and detach at each downstream port an
81. tions polarized light has a field in only one direction Q What differentiates passive matrix LCDs from active matrix LCDs A An LCD is made with either a passive matrix or an active matrix display grid An active matrix has a transistor located at each pixel intersection requiring less current to control the luminance of a pixel For this reason the current in an active matrix display can be switched on and off more frequently improving the screen refresh time your mouse pointer will appear to move more smoothly across the screen for example The passive matrix LCD has a grid of conductors with pixels located at each intersection in the grid file D Philips LCD english 180P SAFETY SAF_FAQ HTM 6 of 9 1 20 2001 3 19 52 PM FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Q How does a TFT LCD Panel work On each column and row of the TFT LCD panel a data source drive and a gate drive and attached respectively The TFT drain of each cell is connected to the electrode The molecular arrangement of liquid crystal elements differs depending on whether it is impressed with voltage or not It varies the direction of polarized light and the amount of light by letting it through different arrays of liquid crystal elements When two polarized filters are arranged vertically on a polarized light pole the light that passes through the upper polarized panel is turned 90 degrees along with spiral structure of the liquid crystal molecules and goes through
82. ure element is composed of three subpixels in the primary colors of red green and blue Many pixels together form an image When all subpixels of a pixel are lit the three colored subpixels together appear as a single white pixel When all are dark the three colored subpixels together appear as a single black pixel Other combinations of lit and dark subpixels appear as single pixels of other colors subpixel Subpixel subpixel pixel Types of Pixel Defects Pixel and subpixel defects appear on the screen in different ways There are two categories of pixel defects and several types of subpixel defects within each category Bright Dot Defects Bright dot defects appear as pixels or subpixels that are always lit or on These are the types of bright dot defects file D Philips LCD english 180P PRODUCT PIXEL HTM 1 of 3 1 20 2001 3 20 05 PM Philips Pixel Defect Policy Two adjacent lit subpixels One lit red green or blue Red Blue Purple Three adjacent lit subpixels one subpixel Red Green Yellow white pixel Green Blue Cyan Light Blue Black Dot Defects Black dot defects appear as pixels or subpixels that are always dark or off These are the types of black dot defects One dark subpixel Two or three adjacent dark subpixels Proximity of Pixel Defects Because pixel and subpixels defects of the same type that are nearby one another may be more noticeab
83. way from the host A downstream port is the port on a hub electrically farthest from the host that generates downstream data traffic from the hub Downstream ports receive upstream data traffic Upstream The direction of data flow towards the host An upstream port is the port on a device electrically closest to the host that generates upstream data traffic from the hub Upstream ports receive downstream data traffic RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE V Vertical refresh rate Expressed in Hz it is the number of frames complete pictures written to the screen every second file D Philips LCD english 180P GLOSSARY GLOSSARY HTM 4 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 38 PM Glossary RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file D Philips LCD english 180P GLOSSARY GLOSSARY HTM 5 of 5 1 20 2001 3 19 38 PM Download and Print Download and Print Download and Printing Instructions Installing FPadjust Program This page provides an option to read the manual in pdf format PDF files can be downloaded into your hard disk then viewed and printed with Acrobat Reader or through your browser If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed click on the link to install the application Adobe Acrobat Reader for PC Adobe Acrobat Reader for Mac Download instructions To download the file 1 Click and hold your mouse over the icon below Win95 98 users right click Download 11 pdf Download 5 150B pdf Download pa 1505 Download 7 1

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