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  • Page 1 235PL2 235P2 www.philips.com/welcome User manual Customer care and warranty Troubleshooting & FAQs...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SmartContrast ..............10 SmartSaturate ..............11 SmartSharpness ..............11 Philips SmartControl Premium ......12 SmartDesktop Guide ...........20 PowerSensor ..............25 Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy ..................26 Technical Specifications ........28 Resolution & Preset Modes........31 Automatic PowerSaving ..........31 Regulatory Information ........32 Customer care and warranty ......38 Troubleshooting &...

  • Page 3: Important

    DC power cord for normal operation. Temperature: 0-40°C 32-95°F • Please use approved power cord provided Humidity: 20-80% RH by Philips all the time. If your power cord is missing, please contact with your local service center. (Please refer to Customer Care Consumer Information Center)

  • Page 4: Notational Descriptions

    • IMPORTANT: Always activate a moving screen 1.2 Notational Descriptions saver program when you leave your monitor unattended. Always activate a periodic screen The following subsections describe notational conventions used in this document. refresh application if your monitor will display unchanging static content.

  • Page 5: Disposal Of Product And Packing Material

    Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment- and reused. WEEE To learn more about our recycling program please visit www.philips.com/about/sustainability/recycling. This marking on the product or on its packaging illustrates that, under European Directive 2002/96/ EC governing used electrical and electronic appliances, this product may not be disposed of with normal household waste.

  • Page 6: Setting Up The Monitor

    Adjust ergonomic / Réglages ergonomiques / Ajustes ergonómicos / Ergonomische / Einstellmöglichkeiten / Regolazioni ergonomiche / Monitor Quick start guide Philips and the Philips’ Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. and are used under license from Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. Power cord...

  • Page 7: Operating The Monitor

    2.2 Operating the monitor Connecting to your PC Front view product description Kensington anti-thief lock AC power input DVI-D input (available for selecting model) VGA input USB upstream and downstream : To access OSD menu. Audio input : Return to previous OSD level. Earphone jack : PowerSensor.
  • Page 8 On-Screen Display. You can use this as a reference when you want to work your way around the On-Screen Display (OSD) is a feature in all Philips different adjustments later on. monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen...
  • Page 9 Height adjustment Resolution notification This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1920x1080@60Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an alert is displayed on screen: Use 1920x1080@60Hz for best results. Display of the native resolution alert can be switched off from Setup in the OSD (On Screen 130mm Display) menu.

  • Page 10: Remove The Base

    2.3 Remove the Base Condition: • For VESA standard mounting applications Before you start disassembling the monitor base, please follow the instructions below to avoid damage or injury. 1. Remove the 4 screw covers. Note This monitor accepts a 100mm x 100mm VESA-Compliant mounting interface.

  • Page 11: Product Information

    SmartImage with the How does it work? button at the front bezel of your monitor. SmartImage is an exclusive, leading edge Philips Except using key to scroll down, you can also technology that analyzes the content displayed press buttons to choose and press “OK”...

  • Page 12: Smartcontrast

    There are six modes to be selected: Office, Photo, 3.2 SmartContrast Movie, Game, Economy and Off. What is it? Unique technology that dynamically analyzes displayed content and automatically optimizes a monitor's contrast ratio for maximum visual clarity and viewing enjoyment, stepping up backlighting for clearer, crisper and brighter images or dimming backlighting for clear display of images on dark backgrounds.

  • Page 13: Smartsaturate

    3.3 SmartSaturate 3.4 SmartSharpness What is it? What is it? Smart technology that controls color saturation, Smart technology that enhances sharpness when the degree to which one on screen color is you need it for ultimate display performance and blended in neighboring colors, to deliver rich and more entertainment fun when you are viewing vibrant images for more entertainment fun when videos or photos.

  • Page 14: Philips Smartcontrol Premium

    3.5 Philips SmartControl Premium First launch -Wizard • The first time after installation of SmartControl Premium, it will automatically go to Wizard for The new SmartControl Premium software first time launch. by Phillips allows you to control your monitor via an easy to use on-screen graphic interface.
  • Page 15 Start with Standard pane: Adjust menu: • Adjust Menu allow you to adjust Brightness, Contrast, Focus, Position and Resolution. • You can follow the instruction and do the adjustment. • Cancel prompts user if you want to cancel installation.
  • Page 16 Color menu: • Color Menu allow you to adjust RGB, Black Level, White Point, Color Calibration, and SmartImage (Please refer to SmartImage section). • You can follow the instruction and do the adjustment. • Refer to below table for sub-menu item base on your input.
  • Page 17 First color Calibration Screen: • Previous button is disabled until the second color screen. • Next goes to the succeeding target (6-targets). • Final next goes File>Presets pane. • Cancel closes the UI and returns to the plug in page. Theft Deterrence Pane will only be active when selecting Theft Deterrence Mode from the drop- SmartImage...
  • Page 18 To enable Theft Deterrence, clicking Enable Theft Deterrence Mode button brings up the following screen: • User can enter PIN between 4 and 9 digits numbers only. • After entering PIN, Accept button takes user to the pop-up dialog box on the following page.
  • Page 19 Options>Input - Will only be active when selecting Options>Audio - Will only be active when selecting Volume from the drop-down Options Input from the drop-down Options menu. On a non-supported display capable of DDC/CI, only menu. the Help and Options tabs are available. All other On a non-supported display capable of DDC/CI, SmartControl Premium tabs are not available.
  • Page 20 Help>User Manual - Will only be active when Context Sensitive menu selecting User Manual from the drop-down Help The Context Sensitive menu is Enabled by default. menu. On a non-supported display capable of If Enable Context Menu has been checked in the DDC/CI, only the Help and Options tabs are Options>Preferences pane, then the menu will be available.
  • Page 21 Task Tray Menu Enabled Task Tray Menu Disabled The task tray menu can be displayed by right- When the Task Tray is disabled in the preference clicking on the SmartControl Premium icon from folder, only the EXIT selection is available. To completely remove SmartControl Premium the task tray.

  • Page 22: Smartdesktop Guide

    3.6 SmartDesktop Guide Drag and Drop Windows SmartDesktop Once the partitions are configured and Align to partition is selected a window can be dragged SmartDesktop is in SmartControl Premium. Install into the region and it will automatically align. SmartControl Premium and select SmartDesktop When the window and mouse cursor are within from Options.
  • Page 23 Title Bar Options 2. Desktop Partition – Desktop Partition shows the current selected partition and allows the Desktop partition can be accessed from the title user to quickly change to any of the partitions bar of the active window. This provides a quick shown in the drop down.
  • Page 24 Left Click Menu Task Tray Right Click The task tray also contains most of the features Left click on the Desktop Partition icon to quickly supported in the title bar (with the exception of send the active window to any partition without automatically sending a window to any partition).
  • Page 25 SmartDesktop Partition Definitions Name Description Image Full Desktop Applies all settings to the entire desktop. Vertical Assesses the screen resolution and divides the display into two evenly sized vertical regions. For 90/270 maintain vertical configuration. Horizontal Assesses the screen resolution and divides the display into two evenly sized horizontal regions.
  • Page 26 Name Description Image Horizontal Split Top Assesses the screen resolution and divides the display into two evenly sized horizontal regions, the top region is single, the bottom region is spilt into two evenly sized regions For 90 Partition 1 on right side Vertical Partition 2&3 on left side Vertical.

  • Page 27: Powersensor

    If you prefer to be in a position outside the perimeters listed above, choose a higher strength PowerSensor is a unique environmentally friendly technology from Philips which enables user to save signal for optimal detection efficiency: The higher up to 80% of power consumption. In line with the setting, the stronger the detection signal.

  • Page 28: Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect

    No manufacturer can guarantee that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees the monitor displays a dark pattern. There are the that any monitor with an unacceptable number...
  • Page 29 In order to qualify for repair or replacement due to pixel defects during the warranty period, a TFT monitor panel in a Philips flat panel monitor must have pixel or sub pixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following tables.

  • Page 30: Technical Specifications

    CCFL (235P2), LED (235PL2) Panel size 23'' W (58.4 cm) Aspect ratio 16:9 Pixel Pitch 0.266 x 0.266 mm Brightness 300 cd/m² (235P2); 250 cd/m² (235PL2) SmartContrast 500,000:1 (235P2); 20,000,000:1 (235PL2) Contrast ratio (typical) 1000:1 Response time (typical) 5 ms Optimum Resolution...
  • Page 31 Operating Condition Temperature range Storage: -20°C to 60°C operation: 0°C to 40 °C Relative humidity 20% to 80% Altitude Non-operation: + 40,000 ft ( 12,192 m) operation: + 12,000 ft ( 3,658 m) MTBF 50,000 hrs (235P2), 30,000 hrs (235PL2)
  • Page 32 Note 1. EPEAT Gold is valid only where Philips registers the product. Please visit www.epeat.net for registration status in your country. 2. This data is subject to change without notice. Go to www.philips.com/support to download the latest version of leaflet.

  • Page 33: Resolution & Preset Modes

    1280x960 60.00 Native resolution: 1920x1080. 63.89 1280x1024 60.02 Contrast: 50% 47.71 1360x768 60.02 Brightness: 300 nits (235P2); 250 nits (235PL2) 55.47 1440x900 59.90 Color temperature: 6500k with full white pattern 55.94 1440x900 59.89 Audio and USB Inactive (Off) 75.00 1600x1200 60.00...

  • Page 34: Regulatory Information

    • The brand owner demonstrates corporate have been adhered to in order to make Philips social responsibility and has a certified monitors safe to use throughout its life cycle.
  • Page 35 Benefits of EPEAT Energy Star Declaration Reduce use of primary materials (www.energystar.gov) Reduce use of toxic materials Avoid the disposal of hazardous waste EPEAT’S This monitor is equipped with a function for saving requirement that all registered products meet energy which supports the VESA Display Power ENERGY STAR’s energy efficiency specifications, Management (DPM) standard.
  • Page 36 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) FCC Declaration of Conformity Notice (U.S. Only) Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, 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 United States Only Rules.
  • Page 37 EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) 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...
  • Page 38 Polish Center for Testing and Certification North Europe (Nordic Countries) Information Notice Placering/Ventilation The equipment should draw power from a socket VARNING: with an attached protection circuit (a three- FÖRSÄKRA DIG OM ATT HUVUDBRYTARE prong socket). All equipment that works together OCH UTTAG ÄR LÄTÅTKOMLIGA, NÄR DU (computer, monitor, printer, and so on) should STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS.
  • Page 39 Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland) China RoHS The People's Republic of China released a Der von uns gelieferte Farbmonitor entspricht den regulation called "Management Methods for in der "Verordnung über den Schutz vor Schäden Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information durch Röntgenstrahlen" festgelegten Vorschriften. Products"...

  • Page 40: Customer Care And Warranty

    Portugal / Sweden / Switzerland / Spain / on-site if your monitor turns out to be faulty or United Kingdom / Poland defective. Philips aims at a swap within 48 hours of your call being received. EASTERN EUROPE What is covered?
  • Page 41 In order to avoid unnecessary inconvenience, we advise you to read the operating instructions The Philips F1rst Choice Warranty may not apply carefully or go to the www.philips.com/support website for additional support before contacting •...
  • Page 42 F1rst Choice Contact Information Country Code Telephone number Tariff €0.07 Austria 0810 000206 €0.06 Belgium 078 250851 Denmark 3525 8761 Local call tariff €0.08 Finland +358 840 320 041 Luxembourg +352 26 84 30 00 Local call tariff €0.10 The Netherlands 0900 0400 063 Norway 2270 8250...
  • Page 43 Information Centers The Philips guarantee may not apply if: • the documents have been altered in any way In case your Philips product is not working correctly or is defective, please contact your or made illegible; • the model or production number on the...
  • Page 44 CROATIA Consumer Information Centers Renoprom d.o.o. Argentina / Australia / Brasil / Canada / Ljubljanska 4, New Zealand / Belarus / Bulgaria / Croatia / Sv. Nedjelja,10431 Czech Republic / Estonia / United Arab Emirates / Croatia Tel: +385 1 333 0974 Hong Kong / Hungary / India / Indonesia / Israel / Latvia / Lithuania / Malaysia / Middle East + North Africa / New Zealand /...
  • Page 45 TURKEY ROMANIA Blue Ridge Int'l Computers SRL Türk Philips Ticaret A.S. 115, Mihai Eminescu St., Sector 2 Yukari Dudullu Org.San.Bolgesi RO - 020074 Bucharest 2.Cadde No:22 Tel: +40 21 2101969 34776-Umraniye/Istanbul Tel: (0800)-261 33 02 SERBIA & MONTENEGRO Kim Tec d.o.o.
  • Page 46 NEW ZEALAND Indonesia: Company: PT. Gadingsari elektronika Prima Company: Visual Group Ltd. Address: 28 Walls Rd Penrose Auckland Address: Kompleks Pinang 8, Jl. Ciputat raya No. 8F, Phone: 0800 657447 Pondok Pinang. Jakarta Fax: 09 5809607 Tel: 62 21 75909053, 75909056, 7511530 E-mail: vai.ravindran@visualgroup.co.nz Fax: 62 21 7510982 E-mail: gepta@cbn.net.id...
  • Page 47 Philippines: Pakistan: Philips Consumer Service Company: Glee Electronics, Inc. Address: Unit 1103-1104 11F The Taipan Place Address: Mubarak manzil, 39, Garden Road, Saddar, Karachi-74400 Bldg. F. Ortigas Center Pasig City Tel: (9221) 2737411-16 Tel: (02) 633-4533 to 34 / (02) 637-6559 to 60...
  • Page 48 Service hours: Sun.~Thurs. 08:00 - 18:00 you encounter any difficulties while installing or using this product, please contact Philips directly to benefit from your Philips F1rst Choice Warranty. This three-year service warranty entitles you to a swap model on-site within 48 hours of your call being received within the first year of purchase.
  • Page 49 For more information, contact the Philips cause not within the control of Philips Consumer Customer Care Center by calling (877) 835-1838 Electronics. (U.S.A. customers only) or (919) 573-7855.
  • Page 50 Three years free parts and three years free labor Just a phone call away will be provided at Philips Canada depot or any Philips’ customer help desks are located one of its authorized service centers. worldwide. Within the U.S. you can contact Philips...
  • Page 51 Philips you by the Philips Consumer Help Desk in that in the country of purchase and does not affect country, the telephone and fax number of which your statutory rights as a customer.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting & Faqs

    The Auto Function is not applicable in corrected by a user. If the problem still persists DVI-Digital mode as it is not necessary. after you have tried these solutions, contact Philips customer service representative. Visible signs of smoke or sparks •...
  • Page 53 For further assistance, refer to the Consumer • Severe” burn-in” or “after-image” or “ghost Information Centers list and contact Philips image” symptoms will not disappear and customer service representative. cannot be repaired. The damage mentioned above is not covered under your warranty.

  • Page 54: Smartcontrol Premium Faqs

    Please Ans.: If the following actions were executed, the visit Philips website and check if an updated monitor driver may need to be SmartControl Premium driver is available.
  • Page 55 Q5. I forgot my PIN for Theft Deterrence Function. What can I do? Ans.: Philips Service center has a right to ask for legitimate identification and authorization, in order to establish ownership of the monitor. Please note that the anti-theft deterrence function is provided as a convenient free option.

  • Page 56: General Faqs

    1920x1080@60Hz (23"). • Shut down your computer, disconnect your Q5: What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments via OSD? old monitor and reconnect your Philips monitor. • Turn on your monitor and then turn on your Ans.:...
  • Page 57 Q7: How should I clean the monitor surface? Q9: Can the Philips monitor be mounted on the wall? Ans.: For normal cleaning, use a clean, soft cloth. For extensive cleaning, please use isopropyl Ans.: Yes. Philips monitors have this optional alcohol.
  • Page 58 Q13: What is Image Sticking, or Image Burn-in, or After Image, or Ghost Image in monitor panels? Ans.: Uninterrupted display of still or static images over an extended period may cause "burn in", also known as "after-imaging" or "ghost imaging", on your screen. "Burn-in", "after- imaging", or "ghost imaging"...
  • Page 59 2010 © Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved. Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trade marks of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. and are used under license from Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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