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e-Manual
Philips LCD Monitor Electronic User’s Manual
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Safety Precautions and Safety and Troubleshooting Information Maintenance FAQs Troubleshooting Safety precautions and maintenance Regulatory Information Other Related Information WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards and/or mechanical hazards. Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor: Operation: Keep t
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Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight or extreme cold. In order to maintain the best performance of your monitor and use it for a longer lifetime, please use the monitor in a location that falls within the following temperature and humidity ranges. ❍ Temperature: 0-40°C 32-95°F ❍ Humidity: 20-80% RH IMPORTANT: Always activate a moving screen saver program when you leave your monitor unattended. Always activate a periodic screen refresh appli
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Safety and Troubleshooting FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) General FAQs Screen Adjustments General FAQs Compatibility with Other Peripherals Q: When I install my monitor what should I do if the screen shows 'Cannot display this video LCD Panel Technology mode'? Ergonomics, Ecology and Safety Standards A: Recommended video mode for Philips 19": 1440 x 900 @60Hz. Troubleshooting Unplug all cables, then connect your PC to the monitor that you used prev
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A: Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select the desired resolution under Windows® Control Panel with the "Display properties". Q: What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments? A: Simply press the OK button, then select 'Reset' to recall all of the original factory settings. Q: What is the Auto function? A: The AUTO adjustment key restores the optimal screen position, phase and clock settings by pressing of a single bu
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Q: Will the LCD screen be resistant to scratches? A: A protective coating is applied to the surface of the LCD, which is durable to a certain extent (approximately up to the hardness of a 2H pencil). In general, it is recommended that the panel surface is not subject to any excessive shocks or scratches. Q: How should I clean the LCD surface? A: For normal cleaning, use a clean, soft cloth. For extensive cleaning, please use isopropyl alcohol. Do not use other solvents such as ethyl alcohol
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A: Yes. Philips LCD monitors have this optional feature. For standard VESA mount holes on the rear cover allows the user to mount the Philips monitor on most of the VESA standard arms or accessories. We recommend to contact your Philips sales representative for more information. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Screen Adjustments Q: When I install my monitor, how do I get the best performance from the monitor? A:For best performance, make sure your display settings are set at 1440 x 900@60Hz for
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Vista. Q: What is USB (Universal Serial Bus)? 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 anxiety," the fear of removing the computer case to install circuit board cards -- that often requires adjustment of complicated IRQ settings -- for add-on peripher
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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 exa
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to give a wider viewing angle. Q: Why is there no flicker on an LCD Monitor? A: Technically speaking, LCDs do flicker, but the cause of the phenomenon is different from that of a CRT monitor -- and it has no impact of the ease of viewing. Flickering in an LCD monitor relates to usually undetectable luminance caused by the difference between positive and negative voltage. On the other hand, CRT flickering that can irritate the human eye occurs when the on/off action of the fluorescent objec
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Q: After I change new PC, I found this information on screen, How can I do? A: Because you activate Theft Deterrence function in SmartControl II. Please contact IT manager or Philips Service Center. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE
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Troubleshooting Safety and Troubleshooting FAQs This page deals with problems that can be corrected by a user. If the problem still persists after you have tried these Common Problems solutions, contact Philips customer service representative. Imaging Problems Common Problems Regulatory Information Other Related Information Having this problem Check these items Make sure the power cord is plugged into the power outlet and into the back of the monitor. N
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Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the Image vibrates on the screen graphics board or PC. Vertical flicker appears Press the Auto button. Eliminate the vertical bars using the Phase/Clock of Setup in OSD Main Controls. Horizontal flicker appears Press the Auto button. Eliminate the vertical bars using the Phase/Clock of Setup in OSD Main Controls. Adjust the contrast and brightness on On-Screen Display. (The backlight of the LCD monitor has a fixed life sp
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For further assistance, refer to the Consumer Information Centers list and contact Philips customer service representative. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE
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TCO'03 Information Regulatory Information Recycling Information for Customers Model ID: 190SW9 Waste Electrical and Electronic Model No: HWS9190T Equipment-WEEE CE Declaration of Conformity TCO'03 Information Energy Star Declaration Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Congratulations! Only) The display you have just purchased carries the TCO'03 Displays label. This FCC Declaration of Conformity means that your display is designed, manufactured a
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www.tcodevelopment.com RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Recycling Information for Customers Philips establishes technically and economically viable objectives to optimize the environmental performance of the organization's product, service and activities. From the planning, design and production stages, Philips emphasizes the important of making products that can easily be recycled. At Philips, end-of-life management primarily entails participation in national take-back initiatives and recycling p
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This marking on the product or on its packaging illustrates that, under European Directive 2002/96/EG governing used electrical and electronic appliances, this product may not be disposed of with normal household waste. You are responsible for disposal of this equipment through a designated waste electrical and electronic equipment collection. To determine the locations for dropping off such waste electrical and electronic, contact your local government office, the waste disposal organizat
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Power Saving Alternative 2 Sleep Blue (blinking) < 0.8 W (typ.) One step Switch Off Off < 0.8 W (typ.) ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, PHILIPS has determined that this product meets ® the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. We recommend you switch off the monitor when it is not in use for a long time. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pu
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FCC Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Philips Philips Consumer Electronics North America P.O. Box 671539 Responsible Party: Marietta , GA 30006-0026 1-888-PHILIPS (744-5477) Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States Only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
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RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE MIC Notice (South Korea Only) Class B Device 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 tog
