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  • Page 1 Philips 140S Electronic User's Manual file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/index.htm [4/19/2000 4:24:02 PM]...

  • Page 2: Safety And Troubleshooting Information

    Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor: Unplug the monitor, if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time.
  • Page 3 Safety & Troubleshooting falling within the following temperature and humidity ranges. 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. Take care not to mishandle this product by either knocking or dropping during operation or transportation.
  • Page 4 Safety & Troubleshooting When moving the monitor, be sure to unplug all power cords in order to avoid injury or damage to the equipment. file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/safety/safety.htm (3 of 3) [4/19/2000 4:28:13 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
  • Page 5 Other Documents You May Need About This Guide This electronic user's guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips 140S 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.
  • Page 6 ©1999 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:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/about/about.htm (2 of 2) [4/19/2000 4:28:14 PM]...

  • Page 7: Product Information

    RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE TFT LCD 14.1’ visual 0.279 x 0.279mm 1024 x 768 pixels R.G.B. vertical stripe Anti-glare prolarizer hardness 285.7 x 214.3mm 6 bits interface (256K color) 80 MHz 75 ohm 2 kOhm • Philips Pixel • Pin Assignment • Product...

  • Page 8: Optical Characteristics

    140S Product Information • Input signal levels • Sync input signal • Sync polarities • Input Frequency • Video interface OPTICAL CHARACTERISTICS • Contrast ratio • Brightness • Peak contrast angle • White Chromacity • Viewing Angle (C/R >5) • Response time * These information are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 9 140S Product Information dot rate H. freq (KHz) (MHz) 25.175 31.469 28.322 31.469 25.175 31.469 30.200 35.000 31.500 37.861 31.500 37.500 36.000 35.156 40.000 37.879 50.000 48.077 49.500 46.875 57.300 49.700 65.000 48.363 75.000 56.476 78.750 60.023 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.

  • Page 10: Energy Star

    361 x 343 x 165 mm (incl. Pedestal) 4.6 Kg 100 — 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 23 W 0° C to 35° C 20% to 80% 50K hrs (excluding LCD panel, CCFL) RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Assignment No pin Logic ground ® PHILIPS artner,...
  • Page 11 140S Product Information Blue video input Identical output - connected to pin 10 Self test Red video ground Green video ground Blue video ground Views Follow the links to see various views of the monitor and its components. Front View Product Description file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/product/product.htm (5 of 5) [4/19/2000 4:28:14 PM] Identical output - connected to pin 10...

  • Page 12: Installing Your Lcd Monitor

    Installing your LCD Monitor Installing your LCD Monitor Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description Started • Optimizing Performance Front View 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.

  • Page 13: Optimizing Performance

    Installing your LCD Monitor 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 POWER button switches your monitor on Automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical position, phase and clock setting.

  • Page 14: Description Of The On-Screen Display

    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.
  • Page 15 On-Screen Display The OSD Tree Below is an overall view of the structure of the On-Screen Display. You can use this as reference when you want to later on work your way around the different adjustments. file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/osd/osddesc.htm (2 of 4) [4/19/2000 4:28:16 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
  • Page 16 On-Screen Display RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/osd/osddesc.htm (3 of 4) [4/19/2000 4:28:16 PM]...
  • Page 17 On-Screen Display file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/osd/osddesc.htm (4 of 4) [4/19/2000 4:28:16 PM]...

  • Page 18: Customer Care And Warranty

    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 •...
  • Page 19 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 Your monitor comes with a D-Sub cable.
  • Page 20 Glossary 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.

  • Page 21: Download And Print

    Download and Print Download and Print Download and Printing Instructions monitor driver 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¨...
  • Page 22 Click on the link or icon to install the driver for this LCD monitor. Click-and-hold your mouse over the icon. (Win95/98 users right-click) Driver (PHILIPS.EXE) Download From the menu that appears, choose 'Save Link As...', 'Save Target As...' or 'Download Link to Disk'.
  • Page 23 Download and Print 'source', choose 'source'). Exit your browser and install the .inf/.icm file. NOTE: Read the " ReadMe.txt" file before installing . You may be required to restart your PC once the driver installed. file:///E|/Potomac/english/download/download.htm (3 of 3) [4/19/2000 4:28:16 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...

  • Page 24: Faqs (Frequently Asked Questions)

    Restart your computer and repeat step 2 and 3 to verify that your PC is set at 1024x768, 60Hz. Shut down your computer, disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor. Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC What does "refresh rate"...
  • Page 25 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select desired resolution under Window 95/98 with the "Display properties/Settings" control panel What if I get lost when making monitor adjustments? Simply press the OSD button, then select "Reset" to recall all original settings. What is the Auto function? The AUTO adjustment key restores optimal screen position, phase and clock settings with the press of a single button –...
  • Page 26 America) open the 150P up to most PC and workstation users. Handy hot keys on the chin of the 150P make switching between two different video sources a breeze. Can the Philips LCD Monitor be hung on the wall or used as touch panel? Yes, Philips Brilliance LCD monitors have this optional feature. The standard VESA mount holes on inside removable back cover integrate with a VESA FPMPMI standard arm, which include both a VESA compatible mount bracket and external AC adapter.

  • Page 27: Screen Adjustments

    CustoMax® is proprietary Philips software that allows users to adjust monitor via software instead of control keys under Windows base. With the Philips Brilliance 150P, CustoMax® operates via a USB connection to PC. All Philips 150P models are CustoMax® compatible, but your computer must support USB in order to use CustoMax®.

  • Page 28: Compatibility With Other Peripherals

    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.

  • Page 29: Lcd Panel Technology

    FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) LCD Panel Technology What is Liquid Crystal Display? 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 notebook and other small computers.
  • Page 30 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) How does a TFT LCD Panel work? 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 depending on whether it is impressed with voltage or not.

  • Page 31: Ergonomics, Ecology, And Safety Standards

    UL Standards. Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards? 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.
  • Page 32 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/safety/saf_faq.htm (9 of 9) [4/19/2000 4:34:27 PM]...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    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)
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting AUTO button not working properly Imaging Problems Display position is incorrect Image vibrates on the screen Vertical flicker appears Horizontal flicker appears The screen is too bright or too dark file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/safety/saf_troub.htm (2 of 3) [4/19/2000 4:34:28 PM] The Auto Function is designed for use on standard Macintosh or IBM-compatible PC running Microsoft properly Windows.
  • Page 35 The after-image will disappear after a set amount of time The remaining dots are normal charactericstic of the liquid crystal used in today’s technology. list to contact your local Philips...

  • Page 36: Regulatory Information

    • You have just purchased a TCO '99 approved and RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE • Federal Communications • EN 55022 Compliance • Polish Center for Testing and • Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) • Philips...
  • Page 37 Position A2 ® s an NERGY ® NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency. file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/safety/regs/regulat.htm (2 of 7) [4/19/2000 4:34:30 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE PHILIPS 150P1* 140S1* 150B1* PHILIPS artner, has determined that this product meets VESA Power State...
  • Page 38 Regulatory Information We recommend you switch off the monitor when it is not in use for quite a long time. 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.
  • Page 39 Regulatory Information EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) VCCI Notice (Japan Only) This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) for Information technology equipment. 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.
  • Page 40 Regulatory Information 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. North Europe Information Placering/Ventilation VARNING: FÖRSÄKRA DIG OM ATT HUVUDBRYTARE OCH UTTAG ÄR LÄTÅTKOMLIGA, NÄR DU STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS. Placering/Ventilation ADVARSEL: SØRG VED PLACERINGEN FOR, AT NETLEDNINGENS STIK OG STIKKONTAKT ER...
  • Page 41 Your new monitor 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 monitor from your local Philips dealer. Information for UK only file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/safety/regs/regulat.htm (6 of 7) [4/19/2000 4:34:30 PM]...
  • Page 42 Regulatory Information file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/safety/regs/regulat.htm (7 of 7) [4/19/2000 4:34:30 PM] 3-pin plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should have a value of 5A. If a plug without a fuse is used, the fuse at the distribution board should not be greater than 5A.

  • Page 43: Other Related Information

    Other Related Information Other Related Information Safety and Troubleshooting for Users in the U. S. • Information for Users Outside the U.S Information for Users in the U. S. For units set at 115 V : Use a UL Listed Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT three conductor cord a maximum of 15-feet long and a parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A, 125 V.

  • Page 44: Philips Pixel Defect Policy

    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.

  • Page 45: Proximity Of Pixel Defects

    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.
  • Page 46 Philips Pixel Defect Policy RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/product/pixel.htm (3 of 3) [4/19/2000 4:34:43 PM]...

  • Page 47: Connecting To Your Pc

    Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessory Pack Unpack all the parts. file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/install/connect.htm (1 of 5) [4/19/2000 4:34:53 PM] • Accessory Pack Power Cable (socket may differ for different countries) Macintosh Adapter (optional) E-DFU package with Quick Setup Guide, Using Your Monitor Manual, and CD-ROM.
  • Page 48 Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/install/connect.htm (2 of 5) [4/19/2000 4:34:53 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE To remove the back cover, simply press the 2 clips on its underside, then pull out and down. Remove the plastic ring from the hinge...
  • Page 49 Connecting to Your PC file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/install/connect.htm (3 of 5) [4/19/2000 4:34:53 PM] Plug in DC power cable into the DC connector. Cover the cables with the plastic ring and put the ring back on the hinge NOTE: If you use an Apple Macintosh™, you need to connect the special Mac adapter to one end of the monitor signal cable...
  • Page 50 Connecting to Your PC file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/install/connect.htm (4 of 5) [4/19/2000 4:34:53 PM] Replace the back cover on the monitor...
  • Page 51 Connecting to Your PC Connect to Your PC Turn off your computer and unplug its power cable. Connect the monitor signal cable to the video connector on the back of your computer. Connect the audio, microphone and USB to the ports on the back of your computer, if any.

  • Page 52: Getting Started

    Restart your computer and repeat step on the third bullet point to verify that your PC is set at 1024x768, 60Hz (for 150P / 150B / 140S) or 1280x1024, 60Hz (for 181AS). Shut down your computer, disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor. Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC.
  • Page 53 The OSD Controls The OSD Controls Description of the On-Screen Display The OSD Controls : Brightness (HotKey) Contrast • Video Noise • Adjust Color Factory Settings • Close Main Controls BRIGHTNESS Brightness is the overall intensity of the light coming from the screen. To adjust your screen's brightness, follow the steps below.
  • Page 54 The OSD Controls LANGUAGE The ON SCREEN DISPLAY prompts can be in one of six languages. The default language is English, but you can select French, Spanish, German, Italian, or Japanese. 1) Press the button on the monitor. The MAIN CONTROLS window appears. LANGUAGE is highlighted.

  • Page 55: Adjust Position

    The OSD Controls Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… Smart … to continue to ADJUST POSITION, press the Help is highlighted. Next, follow steps 3 - 6 under ADJUST POSITION. … to exit completely, press the ADJUST POSITION ADJUST POSITION is composed of two steps, ADJUST HORIZONTAL and ADJUST VERTICAL. ADJUST HORIZONTAL shifts the image on your screen either left or right.
  • Page 56 The OSD Controls 3) Press the button. The ADJUST POSITION window appears. ADJUST HORIZONTAL is highlighted. 4) Press the button to move the image left or right until it appears centered. 5) Press the button until ADJUST VERTICAL is highlighted. Press the image up or down until it appears centered.

  • Page 57: Brightness & Contrast

    The OSD Controls BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST is composed of two steps, BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST. Brightness is the overall intensity of the light coming from the screen. An 80% brightness is recommended. Contrast is the difference between the light and dark areas on the screen. A 50% contrast is recommended. To adjust the Brightness and Contrast, follow the steps below.

  • Page 58: Video Noise

    The OSD Controls 5) When finished with BRIGHTNESS, press the button to adjust the contrast. A 100% contrast is recommended. 6) Press the button to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS…...
  • Page 59 The OSD Controls highlighted. 2) Press the button until VIDEO NOISE is highlighted. 3) Press the button. The VIDEO NOISE window appears. PHASE is highlighted. 4) Press the button to adjust the phase. 5) When finished with PHASE, press the button to adjust the clock.

  • Page 60: Adjust Color

    The OSD Controls 6) Press the button to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… Smart … to continue to ADJUST COLOR, press the Help highlighted.
  • Page 61 The OSD Controls 3) Press the button. The ADJUST COLOR window appears. 4) Press the button to select ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR, 9300K FOR CAD/CAM, 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT, or USER PRESET. file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/osd/osd_cont.htm (9 of 16) [4/19/2000 4:35:09 PM]...
  • Page 62 The OSD Controls 5) Once you have highlighted ORIGINAL PANEL COLOR, 9300K FOR CAD/CAM, or 6500K FOR IMAGE MANAGEMENT, press the window. CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. 6.1) If USER PRESET is highlighted, press the button to adjust the color red. file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/osd/osd_cont.htm (10 of 16) [4/19/2000 4:35:09 PM] button to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS button to highlight RED.

  • Page 63: Osd Settings

    The OSD Controls 6.2) When finished with RED, press the button to adjust the color green. 6.3) When finished with GREEN, press the button to adjust the color blue. 6.4) When all adjustments are complete, press the the MAIN CONTROLS window. CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS…...
  • Page 64 The OSD Controls 1) Press the button on the monitor. The MAIN CONTROLS window appears. LANGUAGE is highlighted. 2) Press the button until OSD SETTINGS is highlighted. 3) Press the button. The OSD SETTINGS window appears. HORIZONTAL is highlighted. 4) Press the button to move the MAIN CONTROLS window left or right to the desired position.
  • Page 65 The OSD Controls 6) Press the button to confirm your selections and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… Smart … to continue to PRODUCT INFORMATION, press the Help INFORMATION is highlighted.

  • Page 66: Reset To Factory Settings

    The OSD Controls 3) Press the button. The PRODUCT INFORMATION window appears. This window shows the monitor's SERIAL NUMBER and RESOLUTION of the monitor. 4) Press the button to return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. CLOSE MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS…...
  • Page 67 The OSD Controls RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS returns everything in all the windows to factory presets. This means all adjustments that you may have made will be returned to the original settings. 1) Press the OK button on the monitor. The MAIN CONTROLS window appears. LANGUAGE is highlighted. 2) Press the button until RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS is highlighted.
  • Page 68 The OSD Controls Close Main Controls file:///E|/Potomac/english/140S/osd/osd_cont.htm (16 of 16) [4/19/2000 4:35:09 PM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
  • Page 69 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.

  • Page 70: Your International Guarantee

    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.
  • Page 71 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...
  • Page 72 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.
  • Page 73 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.

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