F Aqs (Frequently Asked Questions) - Philips 220SW8FB1/69 Service Manual

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General FAQs
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When I install my monitor what should I do if the screen shows 'Cannot display this
video mode'?
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Recommended video mode for Philips 22": 1680x1050 @60Hz.
1. Unplug all cables, then connect your PC to the monitor that you used
previously.
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 setting tab, in box labeled 'desktop area',
move the slidebar to 1680x1050 pixels (22").
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
1680x1050@60Hz (22").
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.
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What does 'refresh rate' mean in connection with an LCD monitor?
The refresh rate is of much less relevance for LCD monitors. LCD monitors display a stable,
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flicker-free image at 60Hz. There is no visible difference between 85Hz and 60Hz.
Q:
What are the .inf and .icm files on the CD-ROM? How do I install the drivers (.inf
and .icm)?
These are the driver files for your monitor. Follow the instructions in your user manual to
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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 ( companion
CD-ROM) included in this package. Monitor drivers (.inf and .icm files) will be installed
automatically.
Q:
How do I adjust the resolution?
Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions.
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You can select the desired resolution under Windows® Control Panel with the "Display
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properties"
Q:
What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments?
Simply press the OK button, then select 'Reset' to recall all of the original factory settings.
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Q:
What is the Auto function?
The AUTO adjustment key restores the optimal screen position, phase and clock settings
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by pressing of a single button – without the need to navigate through OSD (On Screen Display)
menus and control keys.
Note: Auto function is available in selected models only.
Q:
My Monitor has no power (Power LED does not light up). What should I do?
Make sure the AC power cord is connected between the monitor and AC outlet, and click a
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key on keyboard/mouse to wake up the PC.
Q:
Will the LCD monitor accept an interlaced signal under PC models?
No. If an Interlace signal is used, the screen displays both odd and even horizontal
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scanning lines at the same time, thus distorting the picture.
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What does the Refresh Rate mean for LCD?
Unlike CRT display technology, in which the speed of the electron beam is swept from the
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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 protective coating is applied to the surface of the LCD, which is durable to a certain
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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.
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How should I clean the LCD surface?
For normal cleaning, use a clean, soft cloth. For extensive cleaning, please use isopropyl
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alcohol. Do not use other solvents such as ethyl alcohol, ethanol, acetone, hexane, etc.

F AQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q:
Can I change the color setting of my monitor?
Yes, you can change your color setting through OSD control as the following procedures,
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1. Press "OK" to show the OSD (On Screen Display) menu
2. Press "Down Arrow" to select the option "Color" then press "OK" to enter color setting, there
are three settings as below.
a. Color Temperature; The six settings are 5000K, 6500K, 7500K, 8200K, 9300K and 11500K.
With settings in the 5000K range the panel appears 'warm,' with a red-white color tone, while a
11500K temperature yields 'cool, blue-white toning."
b. sRGB; this is a standard setting for ensuring correct exchange of colors between different
device (e.g. digital cameras, monitors, printers, scanners, etc)
c. User Define; the user can choose his/her preference color setting by adjusting red, green
blue color.
*A measurement of the color of light radiated by an object while it is being heated. This
measurement is expressed in terms of absolute scale, (degrees Kelvin). Lower Kevin
temperatures such as 2004K are red; higher temperatures such as 9300K are blue. Neutral
temperature is white, at 6504K.
Q:
Can the Philips LCD Monitor be mounted on the wall?
Yes. Philips LCD monitors have this optional feature. For standard VESA mount holes on
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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.
Screen Adjustments
Q:
When I install my monitor, how do I get the best performance from the monitor?
For best performance, make sure your display settings are set at 1680x1050@60Hz for 22".
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Note: You can check the current display settings by pressing the OSD OK button once. The
current display mode is shown in OSD first page.
Q:
How do LCDs compare to CRTs in terms of radiation?
Because LCDs do not use an electron gun, they do not generate the same amount of
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radiation at the screen surface.
Compatibility with other Peripherals
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Can I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac?
Yes. All Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PCs, Macs and
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workstations. You may need a cable adapter to connect the monitor to your Mac system.
Please contact your Philips sales representative for more information.
Q:
Are Philips LCD monitors Plug-and-Play?
Yes, the monitors are Plug-and-Play compatible with Windows® 95, 98, 2000, XP and
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Vista.
Q:
What is USB (Universal Serial Bus)?
Think of USB as a smart plug for PC peripherals. USB automatically determines resources
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(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 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!
Please refer to glossary for more information about USB.
Q:
What is a USB hub ?
A USB hub provides additional connections to the Universal Serial Bus. A hub's upstream
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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.