Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when operating instructions of this manual are followed. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/safety.htm (1 of 2) [9/13/2002 1:48:16 PM] • Installation Locations RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE •...
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. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/safety.htm (2 of 2) [9/13/2002 1:48:16 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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 pertinent information. Its contents are identical to the information in our printed version.
• LCD Panel type • Effective viewing area • Display Colors SCANNING • Vertical refresh rate • Horizontal frequency VIDEO file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/product.htm (1 of 7) [9/13/2002 1:48:21 PM] • Resolution & Preset Modes • Physical Specification RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE TFT LCD 15"...
37.879 48.077 46.875 49.700 48.363 56.476 60.023 file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/product.htm (3 of 7) [9/13/2002 1:48:21 PM] Upper >50° (typ.) Lower >60° (typ.) Left >75 ° (typ.) Right >75 ° (typ.) <=25ms (typ.) RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE 1024 x 768 at 75Hz...
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• Tilt (Forward / Backward) • Power supply • Power consumption • Temperature (operating) • Relative humidity • System MTBF file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/product.htm (4 of 7) [9/13/2002 1:48:21 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Power Management Definition H-sync V-sync ® compliant.
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DDC Data No connect 2. The 15-pin D-sub connector (male) of the signal cable: Assignment Red video input file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/product.htm (5 of 7) [9/13/2002 1:48:21 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Signal Assignment T.M.D.S. Data1- 10 T.M.D.S. Data1+ T.M.D.S. Data1/3...
Follow the links to see various views of the monitor and its components. Front View Product Description Physical Function Tilt file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/product.htm (6 of 7) [9/13/2002 1:48:21 PM] Logic ground Identical output - connected to pin 10 Serial data line (SDA) H.
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Product Information Height adjustment RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/product.htm (7 of 7) [9/13/2002 1:48:21 PM]...
BRIGHTNESS will show up. OK button which when pressed will take you to the OSD controls POWER button switches your monitor on file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/install.htm (1 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:24 PM] • Connecting to Your PC •...
Installing your LCD Monitor Automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical position, phase and clock setting. Audio power on/off Audio power LED and Volume adjustment Built-in Microphone Side View file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/install.htm (2 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:24 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
Mic out DC 12V_in DVI-D Optimizing Performance For best performance, ensure that your display settings are set at 1024x768@60Hz (for14"/15") or file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/install.htm (3 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:24 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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CD. A step-by-step instructions is provided to guide you through the installtion process. Click on the link to know more about this program. More about FP_setup01.exe file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/install.htm (4 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:24 PM] program, a program for getting the best RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
Description of the On Screen Display What is the On-Screen Display? This is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors which allows an end-user to adjust screen performance of monitors directly though an on-screen instruction window. The user interface provides user-friendliness and ease-of-use when operating the monitor.
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On-Screen Display Digital signal input: RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/osd/osddesc.htm (3 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:27 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 •...
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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. D-SUB USB Your monitor comes with a D-Sub cable.
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And no need to go through the reverse process to unplug a device. In short, USB transforms today's "Plug-and-Pray" into true Plug-and-Play! file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/glossary/glossary.htm (2 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:32 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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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|/03771/english/150x3m/glossary/glossary.htm (3 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:32 PM]...
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Upstream ports receive downstream data traffic. Vertical refresh rate Expressed in Hz, it is the number of frames (complete pictures) written to the screen every second. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/glossary/glossary.htm (4 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:32 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
Download and Print Download and Print Installing your LCD monitor driver Program Installing Your LCD monitor driver System requirements: 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"...
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150S3F.pdf Download 150S3H.pdf Download 150X3M.pdf Download 150V3F.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').
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Download and Print 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: PC running Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Winodws Me, Windows XP or later To install FPadjust Program:...
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"). Shut down your computer, disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor. Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC...
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Make sure the AC power cord is connected to the Monitor. Will the LCD monitor accept an Interlaced signal? No If an Interlace signal is used, the screen displays both odd and even horizontal scanning lines at the same time, distorting the picture. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_faq.htm (2 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:48:42 PM]...
Yes, Philips Brilliance LCD monitors have this optional feature. The standard VESA mount holes on back cover that allows 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.
Can I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac? Yes, all Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PC, Mac and workstation. You may need a cable adapter to connect the monitor to your Mac system. Please contact your dealer/reseller for more information.
The direction of these fields is called "polarization direction." Normal or non-polarized light has fields in several directions; polarized light has a field in only one direction. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_faq.htm (5 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:48:42 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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The panel is designed to optimize display for 65MHz dot clock, one of the standards for XGA displays. Since the vertical/horizontal frequency for this dot clock is 60Hz/48kHz, the optimum frequency for this monitor is 60Hz. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_faq.htm (6 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:48:42 PM]...
European Directive. A European Directive is a European "Law" which relates to health, safety, environment and consumer Protection, much the same as the U.S. National Electrical Code and UL Standards. Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards? file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_faq.htm (7 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:48:42 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Yes. Philips LCD monitors conform to the guidelines of MPR-II and TCO 95-99 standards for the control of radiation, electromagnetic waves, energy reduction, electrical safety in the work environment, and recyclability. The specification page provides detailed safety standards data.
No Picture (Power LED is amber or yellow) Screen says Screen says AUTO button not working properly Imaging Problems file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_troub.htm (1 of 3) [9/13/2002 1:48:43 PM] • FAQs • Common Problems Check these items Make sure the Power cable is plugged to the wall and the back of the monitor.
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Green, red, blue, dark, and white dots remains For further assistance, refer to the distributor. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_troub.htm (2 of 3) [9/13/2002 1:48:43 PM] Push the Auto button. Adjust the image position using the Horizontal Position &/or Vertical Position in OSD Main Controls.
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Troubleshooting file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_troub.htm (3 of 3) [9/13/2002 1:48:43 PM]...
• Troubleshooting TCO '95 Information (For 150X3M, 150P3D, 150P3C, 150B3Q, 150B3V, 150B3Y, 150B3T, 150S3H) Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'95 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.
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_____________________________ Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (2 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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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 file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (3 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] (For 150P3A, 150P3E, 150B3B, 150B3E, 150B3M, 150S3F) You have just purchased a TCO '99 approved and...
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** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are bio-accumulative. 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)
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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. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (5 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] PHILIPS 150X3M...
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If this equipment is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio Interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (6 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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A protection mark "B" confirms that the equipment is in compliance with the protection usage requirements of standards PN-93/T-42107 and PN-89/E-06251. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (7 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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DU STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS. Placering/Ventilation ADVARSEL: SØRG VED PLACERINGEN FOR, AT NETLEDNINGENS STIK OG STIKKONTAKT ER NEMT TILGÆNGELIGE. Paikka/Ilmankierto VAROITUS: SIJOITA LAITE SITEN, ETTÄ VERKKOJOHTO VOIDAAN TARVITTAESSA HELPOSTI IRROTTAA PISTORASIASTA. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (8 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old monitor from your local Philips dealer. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (9 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM]...
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Regulatory Information Information for UK only file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/regs/regulat.htm (10 of 10) [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] 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.
Use a Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG cord and grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A, 250 V. The Cord Set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed and / or be marked HAR. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/safety/saf_other.htm [9/13/2002 1:48:45 PM] • FAQs •...
TFT LCD panels used in flat panel monitors are sometimes unavoidable. No manufacturer can guarantee that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees that any monitor with an unacceptable number of defects will be repaired or replaced under warranty. This notice explains the different types of pixel defects and defines acceptable defect levels for each type.
In order to qualify for repair or replacement due to pixel defects during the warranty period, a TFT LCD panel in a Philips flat panel monitor must have pixel or subpixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following tables.
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TOTAL DOT DEFECTS MODEL Total bright or black dot defects of all types * Note: 1 or 2 adjacent subpixel defects = 1 dot defect file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/product/pixel.htm (3 of 3) [9/13/2002 1:48:53 PM] ACCEPTABLE LEVEL 150P3/150X3 150B3 4 or fewer 4 or fewer...
Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessory Pack Unpack all the parts. Item file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/connect.htm (1 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:59 PM] • Description Audio in Cable (color lime) Microphone out Cable (color pink) Power Cable (socket may differ for different countries) Macintosh Adapter (optional)
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Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/connect.htm (2 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:59 PM] E-DFU package with Quick Setup Guide, Using Your Monitor Manual, and CD-ROM. AC/DC Adapter RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Connect microphone and audio cables onto the rear side of base...
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Connect the audio and microphone cables to the audio and mic connectors on the back of your computer. Plug the power cord of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/connect.htm (3 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:59 PM] Note: If you use an Apple Macintosh,...
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Connecting to Your PC Turn on your computer and monitor. If the monitor displays an image, installation is complete. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/connect.htm (4 of 4) [9/13/2002 1:48:59 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
Use the information file ( .inf) for Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP or later Philips' monitors built in VESA DDC2B feature to support Plug & Play requirements for Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP. In order to enable your Philips monitor from the "Monitor" dialog box in Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP and activate Plug &...
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Please follow next steps accordingly. Click the 'Driver' tab and then click on 'Update Driver...' button. Choose the 'Install from a list or specific location [advanced]' radio button and then click on the file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/gt_start.htm (2 of 3) [9/13/2002 1:48:59 PM]...
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Click 'OK' button and then the 'OK' button again to close the Display_Properties dialog box. If your Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP version is different or you need more detailed installation information, please refer to Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP user's manual. file:///D|/03771/english/150x3m/install/gt_start.htm (3 of 3) [9/13/2002 1:48:59 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
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Just a phone call away Philips’ customer help desks are located worldwide. You can contact Philips Monday - Friday from 08.00 - 20.00 hrs Central European Time (CET) and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 to 18.00 hrs CET by using one of the toll-free numbers.
12 months from date of purchase. This international Philips guarantee complements the existing national guarantee obligations to you of dealers and Philips in the country of purchase and does not affect your statutory rights as a customer.
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Where IS SERVICE AVAILABLE? Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics. In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics does not distribute the product, the local...
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Please contact Philips at: (800) 479-6696 Three years free parts and three years free labor will be provided at Philips Canada depot or any one of its authorized service centers. (In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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Just a phone call away Philips’ customer help desks are located worldwide. You can contact Philips Monday - Friday from 08.00 - 20.00 hrs Central European Time (CET) and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 to 18.00 hrs CET by using one of the toll-free numbers.
Philips Representation Office Ul. Usacheva 35a 119048 Moscow Phone: 095-937 9300 Fax : 095-755 6923 TURKEY Türk Philips Ticaret A.S. Talatpasa Caddesi No 5. 80640-Gültepe/Istanbul Phone: (0800)-211 40 36 Fax : (0212)-281 1809 Latin America file:///D|/03771/english/warranty/warcic.htm (1 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:49:24 PM] Bangladesh •...
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Philips Antillana N.V. Kaminda A.J.E. Kusters 4 Zeelandia, P.O. box 3523-3051 Willemstad, Curacao Phone: (01)-544 2047 BRASIL Philips da Amazônia Ind. Elet. Ltda. Centro de Informações ao Consumidor R. Alexandre Dumas, 2100-5. andar Phone: 0800-701 Fax : (0xx11) 3141-1580 CHILE Philips Chilena S.A.
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Consumer Information Centers PARAGUAY Philips del Paraguay S.A. Avenida Artigas 1519 Casilla de Correos 605 Asuncion Phone: (021)-211666 Fax : (021)-213007 PERU Philips Peruana S.A. Customer Desk Comandante Espinar 719 Casilla 1841 Limab18 Phone: (01)-2412890 Fax : (01)-2412913 URUGUAY Ind.Philips del Uruguay S.A.
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Consumer Information Centers NEW ZEALAND Philips New Zealand Ltd. Consumer Help Desk 2 Wagener Place, Mt.Albert P.O. box 1041 Auckland Phone: 0800 477 999 (toll free) Fax : 0800 288 588 (toll free) Asia BANGLADESH Philips Service Centre 100 Kazi Nazrul Islam...
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Madras 600 006 NEW DELHI Customer Relation Centre 68, Shivaji Marg New Dehli 110 015 INDONESIA Philips Group of Companies in Indonesia Consumer Information Centre Jl.Buncit Raya Kav. 99-100 12510 Jakarta / 798 4255 ext: 1612 Phone: (021)-794 0040 Fax : (021)-794 7511 / 794 7539...
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Fax : (021)-7721167 PHILIPPINES Philips Electronics and Lighting Inc. 106 Valero St., Salcedo Village Makati, Metro Manilla. Phone: (02)-888 05 72 Domestic toll free: 1-800-10-PHILIPS or 1-800-10-744 5477 Fax : (02)-888 05 71 file:///D|/03771/english/warranty/warcic.htm (6 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:49:24 PM]...
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Consumer Information Centers SINGAPORE Philips Singapore Private Ltd. Consumer Service Dept. Lorong 1,Toa Payoh., P.O. box 340 Singapore 1231 Phone: 6882 3999 Fax : 6250 8037 TAIWAN Philips Taiwan Ltd. Consumer Information Centre Nr 96 Section 1, Chien-Kuo N.Road TAIPEI...
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Consumer Information Centers DUBAI Philips Middle East B.V. Consumer Information Centre P.O.Box 7785 DUBAI Phone: (04)-335 3666 Fax : (04)-335 3999 EGYPT Philips Egypt Consumer Information Centre 10, Abdel Rahman El Rafei Mohandessin - Cairo, P.O.Box 242 DOKKI Phone: (02)-3313993 Fax : (02)-3492142 file:///D|/03771/english/warranty/warcic.htm (8 of 8) [9/13/2002 1:49:24 PM]...