User manual PHILIPS 170B4MG-00H

Philips 170B4BB/170B4BG/170B4BS Electronic User's Manual file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/index.htm [4/1/2003 7:10:53 PM] Safety & Troubleshooting Safety and Troubleshooting Information Safety Precautions and Maintenance · Installation Locations · FAQs · Troubleshooting · Regulatory Information · Other Related Information Safety precautions and maintenance 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: q Unplug the monitor, if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time. q 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. q q q q q q q q q q q 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 qualified 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. When positioning the monitor, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible. IMPORTANT: Always activate a screen saver program during your application . If a still image in high contrast remains on the screen for an extended period of time, it may leave a so called "after-image" or "ghost image" in front of the screen. This is a well-known phenomenon that is caused by the shortcomings inherent in the LCD technology. Most of the time the after-image will disappear gradually over a period of time after switching off the power. Be aware that the after-image symptom can not be repaired and is not covered under warranty. 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 file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/safety.htm (1 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:10:54 PM] Safety & Troubleshooting Installation Locations q q q Avoid Heat and Extreme Cold Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold. Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with large temperature differences. Choose a site falling within the following temperature and humidity ranges. r Temperature: 5-35°C 41-95°F Humidity: 20-80% RH Do not subject the LCD monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions. Do not place the LCD monitor inside a car trunk. r q q q Take care not to mishandle this product by either knocking or dropping during operation or transportation. 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 file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/safety.htm (2 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:10:54 PM] About This Electronic User's Manual About This Manual About This Guide · Notational Descriptions About This Guide This electronic user's guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips LCD Monitor. It describes the LCD monitor's features, setup, operation and other important information. Its contents are identical to the information in our printed version. It includes the following sections: q q q Safety and Troubleshooting Information provides tips and solutions for common problems as well as other related information you may need. About This Electronic User's Manual gives an overview of information included, along with notation icon descriptions and other documentation for your reference. Product Information gives an overview of the monitor's features as well as the technical specifications for this monitor. Installing Your Monitor describes the initial setup process and gives an overview of how to use the monitor. On-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. Glossary defines technical terms. Download and Print Option transfers this entire manual to your hard drive for easy reference. q q q q q RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Notational Descriptions The following subsections describe notational conventions used in this document. 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. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/about/about.htm (1 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:10:58 PM] About This Electronic User's Manual 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. Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may not be accompanied by an icon. In such cases, the specific presentation of the warning is mandated by the relevant regulatory authority. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ©2003 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|/L/english/170b4bgbs/about/about.htm (2 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:10:58 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information Product Information Product Features · Technical Specifications · Resolution & Preset Modes · Philips Pixel Defect Policy · Automatic Power Saving · Physical Specification · Pin Assignment · Product Views · Physical Function Product Features 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS q q q q q q 17-inch color LCD monitor with excellent display performance Dual input - accepts DVI-D digital and VGA analog inputs Embedded AC power supply Advanced AUTO adjustment optimizes picture quality Adjustable tilt and swivel function Optional self-powered USB hub RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Technical Specifications* LCD PANEL · Type · Screen size · Pixel Pitch · LCD Panel type · Effective viewing area · Display Colors TFT LCD 17" / 43.2cm diagonal 0.264 x 0.264mm 1280 x 1024 pixels R.G.B. vertical stripe Anti-glare polarizer, hard coated 337.9 x 270.3 mm 8 bits interface (16M colors) SCANNING Vertical refresh rate Horizontal Frequency 56Hz-76Hz 30kHz-82kHz VIDEO · Video dot rate · Input impedance 135MHz file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (1 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information - Video - Sync · Input signal levels · Sync input signal · Sync polarities · Video interface 75 ohm 2.2K ohm 0.7 Vpp Separate sync Composite sync Sync on green Positive and negative Dual input : D-Sub (analog) and DVI-D (digital) are available and user selectable Optical characteristics · Contrast ratio: · Brightness: · Peak contrast angle · White Chromatcity: 400 (typ.) 260 cd/m2 (typ.) 6 o'clock x: 0.283 y: 0.297 (at 9300°K) x: 0.313 y: 0.329 (at 6500°K) Upper >80° (typ.) Lower >80° (typ.) Left >80 ° (typ.) Right >80 ° (typ.) <25ms (typ.) · Viewing Angle: (C/R>5) · Response time * These information are subject to change without notice. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Resolution & Preset Modes · Maximum 1280 x 1024 at 75Hz · Recommended 1280 x 1024 at 60Hz 33 user definable modes 15 factory preset modes: file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (2 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information H. freq (kHz) 31.5 31.5 31.5 35.0 37.5 35.2 37.9 46.9 49.7 48.4 60.0 69.0 71.8 63.9 80.0 Resolution 640*350 720*400 640*480 640*480 640*480 800*600 800*600 800*600 832*624 1024*768 1024*768 1152*870 1152*900 1280*1024 1280*1024 V. freq (Hz) 70 70 60 67 75 56 60 75 75 60 75 75 76 60 75 RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Automatic Power Saving If you have 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 ON Video Active H-sync Yes V-sync Yes Power Used < 40 W (typ.) LED color Green file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (3 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information OFF Blanked No No <1W 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 · Dimension (WxHxD) · Weight · Tilt / Swivel · Power supply · Power consumption · Temperature · Relative humidity · System MTBF 375 x 393 x 180 mm (incl. Pedestal) 5.0 Kg - 5° ~ 35° / + - 175° 100 -- 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 40 W (typ.) 5° C to 35° C (operating) -20° C to 60° C (storage) 20% to 80% 50K hrs (including CCFL 50K hrs) 170B4BG: Light Gray 170B4BB: Black 170B4BS: Silver · Cabinet color * These information are subject to change without notice. * Resolution 1280x1024, standard size, contrast max., brightness 50%, 9300° K, full white pattern, without audio/USB. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Pin Assignment 1. The digital only connector contains 24 signal contacts organized in three rows of eight contacts. Signal pin assignments are listed in the following table: Pin Signal Assignment No. Pin Signal Assignment No. Pin Signal Assignment No. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (4 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 T.M.D.S. Data2T.M.D.S. Data2+ T.M.D.S. Data2/4 Shield No connect No connect DDC Clock DDC Data No connect 9 T.M.D.S. Data110 T.M.D.S. Data1+ T.M.D.S. Data1/3 11 Shield 12 No connect 13 No connect 14 +5V Power 15 Ground (for +5V) 16 Hot Plug Detect 17 T.M.D.S. Data018 T.M.D.S. Data0+ T.M.D.S. Data0/5 19 Shield 20 No connect 21 No connect T.M.D.S. Clock 22 Shield 23 T.M.D.S. Clock+ 24 T.M.D.S. Clock- 2. The 15-pin D-sub connector (male) of the signal cable: Pin Assignment No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Red video input Green video input/SOG Blue video input Sense (GND) Not connected Red video ground Green video ground Blue video ground Pin Assignment No. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 +5V Logic ground Identical output - connected to pin 10 Serial data line (SDA) H. Sync / H+V V. Sync (VCLK for DDC) Data clock line (SCL) file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (5 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Product Views Follow the links to see various views of the monitor and its components. Front View Product Description RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Physical Function 1) Tilt 2) Swivel file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (6 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] 170B4BG/170B4BB/170B4BS Product Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/product/product.htm (7 of 7) [4/1/2003 7:11:01 PM] Installing your LCD Monitor Installing your LCD Monitor Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description · Connecting to Your PC · Remove and re-install the base · Getting Started · Optimizing Performance · Accessories (optional) Front View Product Description 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. Signal inputs selective hotkeys. Allows user to switch between two video connectors (D-Sub & DVI-D) BRIGHTNESS hotkey. When the UP and DOWN arrow buttons are pressed, the adjustment controls for the BRIGHTNESS will show up. OK button which when pressed will take you to the OSD controls file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/install/install.htm (1 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:11:03 PM] Installing your LCD Monitor POWER button switches your monitor on Automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical position, phase and clock setting. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Optimizing Performance q For best performance, ensure that your display settings are set at 1024x768@60Hz (for14"/15") or 1280x1024, 60Hz (for17"/18"). Note: You can check the current display settings by pressing the 'OK' button once. Go into the Product Information. The current display mode is shown on the item called RESOLUTION. q You can also install the Flat Panel Adjust (FP Adjust) program, a program for getting the best performance out of your monitor. This included on this CD. Step-by-step instructions are provided to guide you through the installtion process. Click on the link to know more about this program. More about FP_setup04.exe RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/install/install.htm (2 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:11:03 PM] On-Screen Display On-Screen Display Description of the On-Screen Display · The OSD Tree Description of the On Screen Display What is the On-Screen Display? This is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen performance of the monitors directly though an on-screen instruction window. The user interface provides user-friendliness and ease-of-use when the user is operating the monitor. Basic and simple instruction on the control keys. When you press the button on the front control of your monitor, the On-Screen Display (OSD) Main Controls window will pop up and you can then start making adjustments to your monitor's various features. or the keys to make your adjustments. Use the 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 a reference when you want to work your way around the different adjustments later on. Analog signal input: file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/osd/osddesc.htm (1 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:05 PM] On-Screen Display file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/osd/osddesc.htm (2 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:05 PM] On-Screen Display Digital signal input: RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/osd/osddesc.htm (3 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:05 PM] On-Screen Display file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/osd/osddesc.htm (4 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:05 PM] Customer Care and Warranty Customer Care & 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 · 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|/L/english/warranty/warranty.htm [4/1/2003 7:11:07 PM] Glossary Glossary ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ 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. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE D D-SUB 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: 1. Content to remain in the lossless digital domain from creation to consumption. 2. Display technology independence. 3. Plug and play through hot plug detection, EDID and DDC2B. 4. Digital and Analog support in a single connector. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/glossary/glossary.htm (1 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:09 PM] Glossary 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 (< 30 W) either after a period of inactivity or after a predetermined time selected by the user. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE 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 on 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. q USB eliminates "case angst" -- the fear of removing the computer case to install add-on peripherals. And USB also eliminates adjustment of complicated IRQ settings when installing new peripherals. q 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. 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. q In short, USB transforms today's "Plug-and-Pray" into true Plug-and-Play! Hub file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/glossary/glossary.htm (2 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:09 PM] Glossary 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 and 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 its ports. Device A logical or physical entity that performs a function. The actual entity described depends on the context of the reference. At the lowest level, device may refer to a single hardware component, as in a memory device. At a 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. Downstream The direction of data flow from the host or away 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. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/glossary/glossary.htm (3 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:09 PM] Glossary 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. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/glossary/glossary.htm (4 of 4) [4/1/2003 7:11:09 PM] Download and Print Download and Print Installing your LCD monitor driver · Download and Printing Instructions · Installing FPadjust Program Installing Your LCD monitor driver System requirements: q q PC running Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000 , Windows Me, Windows XP or later Find your driver ".inf/.icm/.cat" at : /PC/drivers/ Read the "Driver_install02.txt" file before installing. 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. (Win95/98/2000/Me/XP users right-click) Download 170B4BG.pdf Download 170B4BB.pdf Download 170B4BS.pdf Download 170B4MG.pdf Download 170S4FG.pdf file:///D|/L/english/download/download.htm (1 of 3) [4/1/2003 7:11:10 PM] Download and Print Download 170S4FB.pdf Download 170S4FS.pdf 2. From the menu that appears, choose 'Save Link As...', 'Save Target As...' or 'Download Link to Disk'. 3. Choose where you would like to save the file; click 'Save' (if prompted to save as either 'text' or 'source', choose 'source'). 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 & VERTICAL POSITION, PHASE and CLOCK. System requirements: q PC running Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Winodws Me, Windows XP or later To install FPadjust Program: q q Click on the link or icon to install FPadjustment Program. or Click-and-hold your mouse over the icon. (Win95/98/2000/Me/XP users right-click) FP_setup04.exe Download q q q From the menu that appears, choose 'Save Link As...', 'Save Target As...' or 'Download Link to Disk'. Choose where you would like to save the file; click 'Save' (if prompted to save as either 'text' or 'source', choose 'source'). Exit your browser and install the FPadjust Program. file:///D|/L/english/download/download.htm (2 of 3) [4/1/2003 7:11:10 PM] Download and Print Read the "FP_Readme04.txt" file before installing. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/download/download.htm (3 of 3) [4/1/2003 7:11:10 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 Q: When I install my monitor what should I do if the screen shows 'Cannot display this video mode'? A: Recommended video mode for Philips 14"/15": 1024x768 @60Hz for Philips 17"/18" 1280x1024@60Hz. 1. Unplug all cables, then connect your PC to the monitor you used previously which displayed correctly. 2. In the 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 settings tab, in a box labelled 'desktop area', move the slide bar to 1024x768 pixels (14"/15") / 1280x1024 pixels (17"/18"). 3. Open 'Advanced Properties' and set the Refresh Rate to 60Hz, then click OK. 4. Restart your computer and repeat step 2 and 3 to verify that your PC is set at 1024x768@60Hz (14"/15") / 1280x1024@60Hz (17"/18"). 5. Shut down your computer, disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor. 6. Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC Q: What should I do when screen shows: THIS IS 85HZ OVERSCAN, CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT TO 1024 x 768 @60HZ or THIS IS 85HZ OVERDRIVE, CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT TO 1280 x 1024 @60HZ? A: It means the signal input from your PC is 85Hz -- outside the range that the monitor can display. New Generation LCD intelligent monitor capabilities temporarily override the overscan, providing you with 10 minutes to reset timing to recommended settings. Here's how: Go to your Windows Start menu. Select Settings, then Control Panel. Select Display. Move to Settings and click on the Advanced button. Under Adaptor, change the refresh rate to 56~75. You have 10 minutes to complete the operation; if you do not complete within 10 minutes, power off and re-power on monitor to enter changes. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (1 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Q: What does 'refresh rate' mean in connection with an LCD monitor? A: The refresh rate is of much less relevance for LCD monitors. LCD monitors display a stable, flicker-free image at 60Hz. There is no visible difference between 85Hz and 60Hz. Q: What are the .inf and .icm files on the set-up disk & CD-ROM? How do I 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. You 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 the resolution? A: Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select the desired resolution under Windows 95/98 with the 'Display properties/Settings' control panel. Q: What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments? A: Simply press the OSD 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 at the press of a single button ­ without the need to navigate through OSD menus and control keys. Q: My Monitor has no power (Power LED does not light up). What should I do? A: Make sure the AC power cord is connected to the Monitor. Q: Will the LCD monitor accept an Interlace signal? A: No If an Interlace signal is used, the screen displays both odd and even horizontal scanning lines at the same time, thus distorting the picture. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (2 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Q: What does the Refresh Rate mean for LCD? A: Unlike CRT display technology, in which the speed at which 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 the refresh rate is therefore not really applicable to LCD technology. 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 subjected to any excessive shocks or scratches. An optional protective cover with greater scratch resistance is also available. 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, ethanol, acetone, hexane, etc. Q: Can the Philips LCD Monitor be mounted on the wall or used as a touch panel? A: Yes, Philips LCD monitors have this optional feature. The standard VESA mount holes on the back cover allow the user to mount the Philips monitor on any VESA standard ARM or accessories. Touch panels are being developed for future applications. Check with your Philips sales representative for more information. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Screen Adjustments Q: What is the FPadjust program on the set-up disk and CD-ROM? file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (3 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 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 I install my monitor, how do I get the best performance from the monitor? A: 1. For best performance, make sure your display settings are set at 1024x768@60Hz for 14"/15", 1280x1024@60Hz for 17"/18". Note: You can check the current display settings by pressing the OSD OK button once. The current display mode is shown in the product information in the OSD main controls. 2. To install the Flat Panel Adjust (FPadjust) program located on the monitor set-up CD-ROM, open the CD-ROM and double click the FP_setup04.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 with CRTs in terms of radiation? A: Because LCDs do not use an electron gun they do not generate the same amount of radiation at the screen surface. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Compatibility with other Peripherals Q: Can I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac? A: Yes, all Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PCs, Macs and workstations. You may need a cable adapter to connect the monitor to your Mac system. Please contact your dealer/retailer for more information. Q: Are Philips LCD monitors Plug-and-Play? A: Yes, the monitors are Plug-and-Play compatible with Windows® 95, 98, 2000 and the PC98/99 platforms. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (4 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 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 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 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 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 ? 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. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE LCD Panel Technology Q: What is a Liquid Crystal Display? A: 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 notebooks 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 it works on the principle of blocking light rather than emitting it. Q: How are LCDs made? A: LCDs are created from two glass plates separated from each other at a distance of a few microns. The plates are filled with liquid crystal and then sealed together. The top plate is coloured with an RGB pattern to make the colour filter. Polarizers are then 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. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (5 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Q: What is polarization ? A: Polarization is basically directing light to shine in one direction. Light is electromagnetic waves. Electric and magnetic fields oscillate in a direction perpendicular to the propagation of the light beam. The direction of these fields is called the 'polarization direction'. Normal or non-polarized light has fields in several directions; 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. Q: How does a TFT LCD Panel work? A: 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 according to 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 the spiral structure of the liquid crystal molecules and goes through 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 through 90 degrees. In this case, light that comes through the top polarized panel may not go through the polarized panel at the bottom. : What are the advantages of TFT LCD compared with CRT? A: In a CRT monitor, a gun shoots electrons and general light by colliding polarized electrons on fluorescent glass. Therefore, CRT monitors basically operate with an analog RGB signal. A TFT LCD monitor is a device that displays an input image by operating a 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, the molecular structure of the liquid crystal is altered and controls the amount of inlet lighting to display images. A TFT LCD has several advantages over a CRT, since it can be very thin and no flickering occurs because it does not use the scanning method. Q: Why is vertical frequency of 60Hz optimal for an LCD monitor? file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (6 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 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 a higher resolution may not be available without additional software processing. The panel is designed to optimize the display for a 65MHz dot clock, one of the standards for XGA displays. Since the vertical/horizontal frequency for this dot clock is 60Hz/48kHz, the optimum frequency for this monitor is 60Hz. Q: What kind of wide-angle technology is available? How does it work? A: The TFT LCD panel is an element that controls/displays the inlet of a backlight using the dual-refraction of a 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 narrower than that of a CDT. Usually, the viewing angle refers to the point where the contrast ration is 10. Many ways to widen the viewing angle are currently being developed and the most common approach is to use a wide viewing angle film, which widens the viewing angle by varying the refraction ratio. IPS (In Plane Switching) or MVA (Multi Vertical Aligned) is also used 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 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 object becomes visible. Since the reaction speed of liquid crystal in an LCD panel is much slower, this troublesome form of flickering is not present in an 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 an 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 the CE mark? A: The CE (Conformité Européenne) mark is required to be displayed on all regulated products offered for sale on the European market. This 'CE' mark means that a product complies with the relevant European Directive. A European Directive is a European 'Law' that relates to health, safety, environment and consumer protection, much the same as the U.S. National Electrical Code and UL file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (7 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 PM] FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 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 95/99/03 standards for the control of radiation, electromagnetic waves, energy reduction, electrical safety in the work environment and recyclability. The specification page provides detailed data on safety standards. More information is provided in the Regulatory Information section. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_faq.htm (8 of 8) [4/1/2003 7:11:17 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? No Picture (Power LED not lit) Check these items q q Make sure the Power cable is plugged to the wall and the back of the monitor. 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. Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to your computer. Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins. The Energy Saving feature may be activated q No Picture (Power LED is amber or yellow) Screen says q q q q q q Make sure the monitor cable is properly connected to your computer. (Also refer to the Quick Set Up Guide). Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins. Make sure the computer is turned on. Screen says q q q Make sure the vertical sync of input signal is within the range of 56 ~ 75 Hz. Change the refresh rate to 56~75Hz within 10 minutes. Re-power on monitor to start over again if you failed to change the refresh rate within 10 minutes. The Auto Function is designed for use on standard Macintosh or IBM-compatible PC running Microsoft properly Windows. It may not work properly if using nonstandard PCs or video card. q AUTO button not working properly q Imaging Problems q Display position is incorrect Image vibrates on the screen Vertical flicker appears q Push the Auto button. Adjust the image position using the Horizontal Position &/or Vertical Position in OSD Main Controls. Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the graphics board or PC. q q q Push the Auto button. Eliminate the vertical bars using the Clock Adjustment of VIDEO NOISE in OSD Main Controls. Horizontal flicker appears q q Push the Auto button. Eliminate the horizontal bars using the Phase Adjustment of VIDEO NOISE in OSD Main Controls. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_troub.htm (1 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:11:18 PM] Troubleshooting q The screen is too bright or too dark q Adjust the contrast and brightness in OSD Main Controls. (The backlight of the LCD monitor has a fixed life span. When the screen becomes dark or begins to flicker, please contact your dealer. If 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 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 The remaining dots are normal characteristic of the liquid crystal used in today's technology. An after-image appears An after-image remains after the power has been turned off. Green, red, blue, dark, and white dots remains q q For further assistance, refer to the Consumer Information Centers list to contact your local Philips distributor. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/saf_troub.htm (2 of 2) [4/1/2003 7:11:18 PM] Regulatory Information Regulatory Information TCO'95/99 Information · TCO'95/99 Environmental Requirements · TCO'03 Information · Recycling Information for Customers · CE Declaration of Conformity · 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) · MIC Notice (South Korea Only) · Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice · North Europe (Nordic Countries) Information · BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) · Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland) · Philips End-of-Life Disposal · Information for UK only Safety and Troubleshooting · Troubleshooting · Other Related Information · Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) TCO'95/99 Information Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'95 or TCO'99 approved and labelled 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 labelled 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 file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (1 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information 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 thereby consumes a lot of energy. What does labelling involve? This product meets the requirements for the TCO'95/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 and 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'95/TCO'99 approved and labeled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/ file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (2 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Environmental Requirements 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 in 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'95/TCO'99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not 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' 95/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'95/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'95/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'95/TCO'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. file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (3 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE TCO'03 Information (Option, only available for TCO'03 version) Congratulations! The display you have just purchased carries the TCO'03 Displays label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high performance product, designed with the user in focus that also minimizes the impact on our natural environment. Some of the features of the TCO'03 Display requirements. Ergonomics q Good visual ergonomics and image quality in order to improve the working environment for the user and to reduce sight and strain problems. Important parameters are luminance, contrast, resoluction, reflectance, colour rendition and image stability. Energy q q Energy-saving mode after a certain time-beneficial both for the user and the environment Electrical safety Emissions q q Electromagnetic fields Noise emissions Ecology q q The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer must have a certified environmental management system such as EMAS or ISO 14 000 Restrictions on r chlorinated and brominated flame retardants and polymers r heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead. The requirements included in this label have been developed by TCO Development in co-operation with scientists, experts, users as well as manufacturers all over the world. Since the end of the 1980s TCO has file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (4 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information been involved in influencing the development of IT equipment in a more user-friendly direction. Our labelling system started with displays in 1992 and is now requested by users and IT-manufacturers all over the world. For more information, please visit 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 programs whenever possible, preferably in cooperation with competitors. There is currently a system of recycling up and running in the European countries, such as The Netherlands, Belgium, Norway, Sweden and Denmark. In U.S.A., Philips Consumer Electronics North America has contributed funds for the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) Electronics Recycling Project and state recycling initiatives for end-of-life electronics products from household sources. In addition, the Northeast Recycling Council (NERC) - a multi-state non-profit organization focused on promoting recycling market development - plans to implement a recycling program. In Asia Pacific, Taiwan, the products can be taken back by Environment Protection Administration (EPA) to follow the IT product recycling management process, detail can be found in web site www.epa.gov.tw For help and service, please contact Consumers Information Center or F1rst Choice Contact Information Center in each country or the following team of Environmental specialist can help. Mr. Job Chiu - Environment manager Philips Electronics Industries (Taiwan) Ltd, Monitor Business Unit E-mail: job.chiu@philips.com Tel: +886 (0) 3 454 9839 Mr. Maarten ten Houten - Senior Environmental Consultant Philips Consumer Electronics E-mail: marten.ten.houten@philips.com Tel: +31 (0) 40 27 33402 Ms. Patricia A. Franco Philips Electronics North America E-mail: patricia.franco@Philips.com Tel: +1 202 962 8550 RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (5 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information CE Declaration of Conformity Philips Consumer Electronics declare under our responsibility that the product is in conformity with the following standards - EN60950:1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11 (Safety requirement of Information Technology Equipment) - EN55022:1998 (Radio Disturbance requirement of Information Technology Equipment) - EN55024:1998 (Immunity requirement of Information Technology Equipment) - EN61000-3-2:1995 (Limits for Harmonic Current Emission) - EN61000-3-3:1995 (Limitation of Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker) following provisions of directives applicable - 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) - 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive) - 93/68/EEC (Amendment of EMC and Low Voltage Directive) and is produced by a manufacturing organization on ISO9000 level. The product also comply with the following standards - ISO9241-3, ISO9241-7, ISO9241-8 (Ergonomic requirement for Visual Display) - ISO13406-2 (Ergonomic requirement for Flat panels) - GS EK1-2000 (GS specification) - prEN50279:1998 (Low Frequency Electric and Magnetic fields for Visual Display) - MPR-II (MPR:1990:8/1990:10 Low Frequency Electric and Magnetic fields) - TCO'95, TCO'99, TCO'03 (Requirement for Environment Labelling of Ergonomics, Energy, Ecology and Emission, TCO: Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees) for TCO versions RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Energy Star Declaration PHILIPS 170B4BB/170B4BG/170B4BS 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. NUTEK Normal operation VESA State ON LED Indicator Green Power Consumption < 40 W (typ.) file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (6 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information Power Saving Alternative 2 One step OFF Amber <1W 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 quite 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, 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: q q q q 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. 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 THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/L/english/170b4bgbs/safety/regs/regulat.htm (7 of 14) [4/1/2003 7:11:20 PM] Regulatory Information Commission Federale de la Communication (FCC Declaration) Cet équipement a été testé et déclaré conforme auxlimites des appareils numériques de class B,aux termes de l'article 15 Des règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçues de façon à fourir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans le cadre d'une installation résidentielle. CET appareil produit, utilise et peut émettre des hyperfréquences qui, si l'appareil n'est pas installé et utilisé selon les consignes données, peuvent causer des interférences nuisibles aux communications radio. Cependant, rien ne peut garantir l'absence d'interférences dans le cadre d'une installation particulière. Si cet appareil est la cause d'interférences nuisibles pour la réception des signaux de radio ou de télévision, ce qui peut être décelé en fermant l'équipement, puis en le remettant en fonction, l'utilisateur pourrait essayer de corriger la situation en prenant les mesures suivantes: q q q q Réorienter ou déplacer l'antenne de réception. Augmenter la distance entre l'équipement et le récepteur. Brancher l'équipement sur un autre circuit que celui utilisé par le récepteur. Demander l'aide du marchand ou d'un technicien chevronné en radio/télévision. Toutes modifications n'ayant pas reçu l'approbation des services compétents en matière de conformité est susceptible d'interdire à l'utilisateur l'usage du présent équipement. N'utiliser que des câbles RF armés pour les connections avec des ordinateurs ou périphériques. CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU REGLEMENT SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR DU CANADA. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)