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BDL5545ET http://www.publicsignagesolutions.philips.com User Manual (English)
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product.
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Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your display: Unplug the display if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time. Unplug the display if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth. The screen many be wiped with a dry cloth when the power is off.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY MMD declare under our responsibility that the product is in conformity with the following standards • EN60950-1:2006+A11:2009 (Safety requirement of Information Technology Equipment) • EN55022:2006+A1:2007 (Radio Disturbance requirement of Information Technology Equipment) • EN55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003 (Immunity requirement of Information Technology Equipment) •...
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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. 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).
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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.
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Your new display contains materials that can be recycled and reused. Specialized companies 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 display from your local Philips dealer. (For customers in Canada and U.S.A.) This product may contain lead and/or mercury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION ... 9 1.1. UNPACKING ... 9 1.2. PACKAGE CONTENTS ... 9 1.3. INSTALLATION NOTES... 9 1.4. PORTRAIT MOUNTING... 10 1.5. INSTALLING AND REMOVING STAND ...11 1.5.1 How to install stand ...11 1.5.2 How to remove the stand ...11 1.5.3 Prevent display from falling ...
1. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 1.1. UNPACKING x This product is packed in a carton, together with the standard accessories. x Any other optional accessories will be packed separately. x The weight of the product differs - depending on the type. Due to the size and weight it is recommended to move it by 2 people.
1.4. PORTRAIT MOUNTING Wall mounting holes Notes: x Metric 8 (12mm) screws are needed for wall mounting (not included). x The mounting interface should comply with the UL1678 standard in North America. The mounting means should strong enough to bear the weight of the monitor (approx.
1.5. INSTALLING AND REMOVING STAND 1.5.1 How to install stand 1. Turn off the Display. 2. After inserting the stand in the guide block, tighten the screws on both sides of the monitor. NOTE: The long end of the stand should face the front while installing. Screw Screw 1.5.2 How to remove the stand...
User Manual BDL5545ET 1.5.3 Prevent display from falling To prevent the display from tipping in the event of an earthquake or other such natural event, please follow these steps. As shown in the figure below, secure the display to a solid wall or pillar using a cord which is strong enough to bear the weight of the monitor (BDL5545ET: approx.
2. PARTS AND FUNCTIONS 2.1. FRONT VIEW Ambient light sensor x Detects the ambient lighting condition around the display and the image brightness will automatically adjust when “LIGHT SENSOR” is set to “ON” in the OSD menu. 2. Remote control sensor x Receives command signals from the remote control unit.
2.2. REAR VIEW POWER button ( To switch the power on or put the display to standby. MUTE button To switch the audio mute ON/OFF. SOURCE button Use this button to select the input source. When the On Screen Display menu is active, this is also used as the SET button. PLUS (+) button To increase the adjustment while OSD menu is on, or to increase the audio output level while the OSD menu is off.
2.3. INPUT/OUTPUT TERMINALS OPS SLOT Slot for installing the optional OPS module. For technical support (i.e. firmware upgrades) only. RJ-45 LAN control function to configure your display remotely via an internet browser. For instructions on how to control the display via the LAN port, please refer to the Application Notes on the CD ROM enclosed with your display.
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Main power switch Press to switch the main power on/off. 10. AC OUT Connects to the AC IN socket of another BDL5545ET monitor or an external media device. (Rating : 100~240Vac, 50-60Hz, 3A Max.) 11. AC IN Connects the supplied power cord to the wall outlet. 12.
2.4. REMOTE CONTROL 2.4.1. GENERAL FUNCTIONS POWER button Press to switch on the display from standby mode. Press again to turn it off to standby mode. This button also acts as the OPS power button when OPS is installed. If OPS is the default video source, OPS will turn on and off at the same time as the display.
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BRIGHTNESS button Press to open the Brightness OSD selection, and then press the PLUS or MINUS button to adjust the value. DISPLAY button To turn on/off the information OSD displayed on the upper right corner of the screen. MENU button To turn the OSD menu on/off.
2.4.2. INSERTING THE BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL The remote control is powered by 1.5V AAA batteries. To install or replace batteries: 1. Press and slide to open the cover. 2. Insert two AAA size 1.5V batteries ensuring that the “+” and “-” ends of the batteries are correctly aligned. 3.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3. CONNECTIONS TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT 3.1. USING THE CABLE RETAINER 3.2. USING THE SWITCH COVER You can use the switch cover to prevent the display from being turned on or off accidentally.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3.3. CONNECTING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT (DVD/VCR/VCD) 3.3.1. USING COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1. Connect the green-colored (labeled as "Y") jack of your device to the green-colored "Y" jack of the display. 2. Connect the blue-colored (labeled as "Pb") jack of your device to the blue-colored "Pb" jack of the display. 3.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3.3.3 USING DisplayPort INPUT Connect the DisplayPort connector of your external device to the DisplayPort input of the display. DVD/VCR/VCD 3.4. CONNECTING A PC 3.4.1. USING VGA INPUT 1. Connect the 15-pin VGA connector of your PC to the VGA IN connector of the display. 2.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3.4.2. USING DVI INPUT 1. Connect the DVI-D connector of your PC to the DVI-D connector of the display. 2. Connect the audio cable to the AUDIO IN (AUDIO1) input of the display. 3.4.3. USING HDMI INPUT Connect the HDMI connector of your PC to the HDMI connector of the display.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3.4.4. USING DISPLAY PORT INPUT Connect the DisplayPort connector of your PC to the DisplayPort connector of the display. 3.4.5. USING TOUCH Output Connect the USB connector of your PC to the USB touch connector of the display.
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Key touch features Touch method: Any IR opaque object, including finger, gloved hand, brush or stylus Touch activation force: None. No physical pressure is required to activate the touch function Number of touches: The touch screen can resolve up to two simultaneous touches Touch screen orientation: Landscape only.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3.5. EXTERNAL AUDIO CONNECTION 3.5.1. CONNECTING EXTERNAL SPEAKERS 1. Connect the speaker wires to the external speaker (SPEAKERS) output of the display. 2. Turn on the display. Note: Before connecting the speaker wires to the display, turn off your display first. External speaker 3.5.2.
User Manual BDL5545ET 3.6. CONNECTING an OPS Module The Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) concept is an industry standard designed to enable easier integration of hardware, i.e. a media player in to a digital signage display. It essentially addresses market fragmentation and simplifies device installation, usage, maintenance and upgrades.
4. OSD MENU An overall view of the On-Screen Display (OSD) structure is shown below. You can use it as a reference for further adjustment of your display. 4.1. NAVIGATING THE OSD MENU 4.1.1. NAVIGATING THE OSD MENU USING THE REMOTE CONTROL 1.
4.1.2. NAVIGATING THE OSD MENU USING THE DISPLAY’S CONTROL BUTTONS 1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD menu. 2. Press the S/T button to move the cursor to the item you want to adjust. 3. Press the SOURCE or PLUS button to enter the submenu. 4.
4.2. OSD Menu Overview 4.2.1. PICTURE MENU Brightness Adjust the overall image brightness by changing the intensity of the LCD panel’s backlight. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the PLUS/MINUS button to adjust. Contrast Adjust to sharpen the picture quality. The black portions of the picture become richer and the white become brighter.
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Tint Note: For HDMI-Video timing, DVI-D(HD timing), DP(HD timing) and Component inputs only. Adjust to change the color tint of the image. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the PLUS/MINUS button to adjust. Press the PLUS button and the tone color turns slightly green. Press the MINUS button and the tone color turns slightly purple.
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Smart picture The following smart picture modes are available for PC mode: Standard, Highbright and sRGB. Video mode: Standard, Highbright and Cinema. Video source Select a video input source. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x Display Port x DVI-D...
User Manual BDL5545ET 4.2.2. SCREEN MENU H position Adjust the horizontal placement of the picture. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the PLUS/MINUS button to adjust. Press the PLUS button to move the image to the right, or press the MINUS button to move the image to the left.
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x Full - This mode restores the correct proportions of pictures transmitted in 16:9 using the full screen display. x Normal - The picture is reproduced in 4:3 format and a black band is displayed on either side of the picture. x Dynamic - Fill the entire screen by stretching 4:3 pictures non-proportionally.
User Manual BDL5545ET 4.2.3. AUDIO MENU Speaker Set the display to play audio using the built-in (internal) speaker or external speakers. Use the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x Internal x External Volume Adjust to increase or decrease the audio output level. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the PLUS/MINUS button to adjust.
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Audio source Select the audio input source according to the audio signal source connected to the audio input and HDMI sockets on the monitor. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x HDMI x AUDIO1...
User Manual BDL5545ET 4.2.4. PIP MENU Turn PIP (Picture-in-Picture) mode On/Off. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x On x Off PIP input Select the input signal for the sub-picture. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to make selection.
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User Manual BDL5545ET Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the PLUS/MINUS button to make selection. Select Reset and press the SET button to restore settings to factory preset values. Press the EXIT button or select Cancel and press the SET button to cancel and then return to the previous menu. Notes: x The PIP function is only available under certain signal source combinations as shown in the table below.
4.2.5. CONFIGURATION 1 MENU Switch on state Set the display to turn on or remain off when the power cord is connected to a wall outlet. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x Power off - Select to power off the display.
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Panel saving Choose to enable the panel saving functions to reduce the risk of the "image persistence”. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x COOLING FAN - Select On and the cooling fan is activated all the time. Select AUTO and the cooling fan will turn on/off according to the temperature of monitor.
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User Manual BDL5545ET Select PC source Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between OPS, External, and Auto. Touch screen function Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between Enable and Disable.
User Manual BDL5545ET 4.2.6. CONFIGURATION 2 MENU OSD turn off Set the period of time the OSD menu stays on the screen. (from 5 to 120 seconds) Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the PLUS/MINUS button to adjust. Information OSD Set the period of time the information OSD displayed on the upper right corner of the screen.
4.2.7. ADVANCED OPTION MENU Input resolution Note: For VGA input only. Set the resolution of the VGA input. This is only required when the display is unable to detect the VGA input resolution correctly. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x 1024x768, 1280x768, 1360x768 and 1366x768 x 640x480, 720x480 and 852x480...
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Scan mode Note: For HDMI-Video timing, DVI-D(HD timing), DP(HD timing) and Component inputs only. Change the display area of the image. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x Overscan - Display about 95% of the original size of the image. The rest of the areas surrounding the image will be cut off.
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x Lock - Disable the keyboard. x Unlock - Enable the keyboard. Tiling With this function you can create a single large screen matrix (display wall) that consists of up to 25 BDL5545ET displays (5 displays each on the vertical and horizontal sides). This requires you to connect each BDL5545ET display in a daisy-chain configuration.
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Heat status This function allows you to check the thermal status of the display at any time. The accuracy of the temperature indicated is r5 degrees. Press the SET/PLUS button to view the heat status. Press the EXIT button to return to the previous menu. Date and time Adjust current date and time for the display’s internal clock.
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4. Press the PLUS button to highlight the OFF item. Press the UP/DOWN button to set the hour when the display will be turned off, then press the PLUS button to move to the minute slot to set the minute. If you do not want to use a power off time, select "__"...
User Manual BDL5545ET Settings cloning To store OSD setting of one display into the USB drive and clone the setting to another display. Press the SET/PLUS button to open the submenu, and then press the UP/DOWN button to toggle between x Monitor to USB - When select YES, the OSD setting will be uploaded to USB device.
5. INPUT MODE VGA Resolution Standard Active Resolution Resolution H Pixels WVGA SVGA 1024 WXGA 1280 WXGA 1280 SXGA 1280 SXGA 1280 WXGA 1360 WXGA 1366 UXGA 1600 HD1080 1920 SDTV Resolution Standard Active Resolution Resolution H Pixels 480i 480p 576i 576p HDTV Resolution...
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User Manual BDL5545ET x When horizontal synchronous signals seem irregular in RGB mode, check PC power saving mode or cable connections. x The display settings table complies to the IBM/VESA standards, and based on the analog input. x The DVI support mode is regarded as same to the PC support mode. x The best timing for the vertical frequency to each mode is 60Hz.
TFT panels used in Plasma- & LCD- displays are sometimes unavoidable. No manufacturer can guarantee that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees that any Plasma- & LCD- displays with an unacceptable number of defects will be repaired during the warranty period in line with your local guarantee conditions.
6.6. PIXEL DEFECT TOLERANCES In order to qualify for repair due to pixel defects during the warranty period, a PDP / TFT panel in a Philips LCD- display must have pixel or sub-pixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following table.
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User Manual BDL5545ET MURA Dark spots or patches may occasionally appear on some liquid crystal display (LCD) panels. This is known within the industry as Mura, which is a Japanese term for "unevenness." It is used to describe an irregular pattern or area in which uneven screen uniformity appears under certain conditions.
7. CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1. CLEANING Cautions When Using the Display x Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the display. Top of display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes.
7.2. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom No picture is displayed 1. The power cord is disconnected. 2. The main power switch on the back of the monitor is not switched on. 3. The selected input has no connection. 4. The Interference displayed on Caused by surrounding electrical appliances or fluorescent lights.
8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Display Item Screen Size (Active Area) Aspect ratio Number of pixels Pixel pitch Displayable colors Brightness (typical) Dynamic contrast ratio Contrast ratio (typical) Viewing angle In/Out Terminals Item Speaker Output Internal Speaker RCA Jack x 1 Audio Output RCA Jack x 2 Audio Input D-Sub Jack x 2...
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This gives you the ability to control your display through the HDMI connector using CEC commands. The command manual for this function is available separately. NOTE: x Philips does not guarantee 100% interoperability with all HDMI CEC devices. Specifications 100-240V~, 50-60Hz 350W <0.5W (Remote control off)