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  • Page 1 Philips LCD Monitor Electronic User’s Manual file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/index.htm [4/14/2004 11:08:26 AM]...
  • Page 2: Safety And Troubleshooting Information

    Safety and Troubleshooting Information •Safety Safety and Troubleshooting Information Precautions Maintenance • Installation Locations Safety precautions and maintenance • FAQs • Troubleshooting WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, •...
  • Page 3 Safety and Troubleshooting Information Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight or extreme cold. Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with large temperature differences. Choose a site that falls within the following temperature and humidity ranges. Temperature: 5-40°C 41-104°F Humidity: 20-80% RH Do not subject the LCD monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions.
  • Page 4: About This Manual

    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 important information. Its contents are identical to the information in our printed version.
  • Page 5 ©2004 Koninklijke Philips Electronics NV All rights reserved. Reproduction, copying, use, modification, hiring, renting, public performance, transmission and/or broadcasting in whole or in part is prohibited without written consent of Philips Electronics NV file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/about/about.htm (2 of 2) [4/14/2004 11:08:31 AM]...
  • Page 6: Product Information

    Product Information • Product Features Product Information •Technical Specifications •Resolution & Preset Modes •Philips Pixel Product Features Defect Policy •Automatic 150V5 Power Saving •Physical Best Total Cost of Ownership solution Specification Lower power consumption ~ Less cost: up to 20% power savings than industry average •Pin...
  • Page 7 Product Information Horizontal Frequency VIDEO • Video dot rate • Input impedance - Video - Sync • Input signal levels • Sync input signal • Sync polarities • Input Frequency • Video interface Optical characteristics • Contrast ratio • Brightness •...
  • Page 8: Resolution & Preset Modes

    Product Information Resolution & Preset Modes • Maximum • Recommended 1024 x 768 at 60 Hz 14 user definable modes 14 factory preset modes: H. freq (kHz) 31.469 31.469 31.469 35.000 37.861 37.500 35.156 37.879 48.077 46.875 49.700 48.363 56.476 60.023 Automatic Power Saving If you have VESA DPMS compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can...
  • Page 9 -20° C to 60° C (storage) 20% to 80% 50K hours (CCFL 30K hours) Light Gray RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE V-sync Power Used < 20 W < 2 W ® PHILIPS NERGY artner, ® guidelines for energy efficiency. LED color Green Amber...
  • Page 10 Product Information The 15-pin D-sub connector (male) of the signal cable: Assignment Red video input Green video input/SOG Blue video input Ground Ground Red video ground Green video ground Blue video ground Product Views Follow the links to see various views of the monitor and its components. Front View Product Description file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/product/product.htm (5 of 6) [4/14/2004 11:08:34 AM] Assignment...
  • Page 11: Physical Function

    Product Information Physical Function Tilt RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/product/product.htm (6 of 6) [4/14/2004 11:08:34 AM]...
  • Page 12: Installing Your Lcd Monitor

    Installing Your LCD Monitor Installing Your LCD Monitor Front View • Produt Description Connecting • Front View Product Description to Your PC Getting • Started Optimizing • Performance Rear View file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/install/install.htm (1 of 2) [4/14/2004 11:08:36 AM] UP and DOWN buttons are used when adjusting the OSD of your monitor. OK button which when pressed will take you to the OSD controls.
  • Page 13: Optimizing Performance

    Installing Your LCD Monitor Optimizing Performance For best performance, ensure that your display settings are set at 1024x768, 60Hz. Note: Go into the Product Information. The current display mode is shown on the item called RESOLUTION. file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/install/install.htm (2 of 2) [4/14/2004 11:08:36 AM] Kensington anti-thief lock VGA input DC power input...
  • Page 14: On-Screen Display

    OSD menu This is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen performance of the monitors directly through an on-screen instruction window. The user interface provides user-friendliness and ease-of-use when operating the monitor.
  • Page 15 On-Screen Display Making adjustments in the OSD menu Auto Setup To perform Auto Setup functions, follow these steps: Bring up the OSD "Main Menu". The 'Auto' icon is highlighted. Use the message appears: If the image looks correct, choose Yes. If the image requires further adjustment, choose No.
  • Page 16 On-Screen Display Making adjustments in the "Management" submenu To make adjustment in the "Management" submenu, follow these steps: Bring up the OSD "Main Menu." Use the key to enter the "Management" submenu. Four items will be displayed for selection. To adjust 'Brightness' settings, use the in the right corner will change in accordance with selected settings.
  • Page 17 On-Screen Display NOTE: To adjust the horizontal position ('H. position') of the image, use the and the numerical value in the right corner will change in accordance with selected settings. To adjust the vertical position ('V. position') of the image, use the the numerical value in the right corner will change in accordance with selected settings.
  • Page 18 On-Screen Display Select 'Exit' to leave the "Management" submenu and return to the "Main Menu." Making adjustments in the "Clock/Phase" submenu To make adjustments in the "Clock/Phase" submenu, follow these steps: Bring up the OSD "Main Menu". file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/osd/osddesc.htm (5 of 12) [4/14/2004 11:08:39 AM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE buttons to move forward or backward to the clock/phase icon and highlight it.
  • Page 19 On-Screen Display Use the selection. To adjust 'Clock' settings, use right corner will change in accordance with selected settings. NOTE: the image looks incorrect. To adjust 'Phase' settings, use the corner will change in accordance with selected settings. NOTE: requires adjustment. Select 'Exit' to leave the "Clock/Phase"...
  • Page 20 On-Screen Display Making adjustments in the "Color" submenu To make adjustments in the "Color" submenu, follow these steps: Bring up the OSD "Main Menu". Use the Use the To adjust 'Color Temp' settings, use the adjustments are complete, press the file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/osd/osddesc.htm (7 of 12) [4/14/2004 11:08:39 AM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE buttons to move forward or backward to the color icon and highlight it.
  • Page 21 On-Screen Display NOTE: selected setting. For Black Level Adjustments, select the "Back Level Adjust" submenu. Use the highlight one of the three options: Red, Green or Blue. Use the Your selection will appear on the menu bar. To adjust settings, use the appearance in graphic images and closer color matching between the printer and the display.
  • Page 22 On-Screen Display Select 'Exit' to leave the exit the "Color" submenu and return to the "Main Menu." Making adjustments in the "OSD" submenu To adjust OSD horizontal and vertical positions you should follow these steps: Bring up the OSD "Main Menu". button to enter the "OSD Display"...
  • Page 23: Factory Recall

    On-Screen Display To adjust the horizontal position ('H. position') of the OSD display, use the graphic bar and the numerical value in the right corner will change in accordance with selected settings. To adjust the vertical position ('V. position') of the OSD display, use the The graphic bar and the numerical value in the right corner will change in accordance with selected settings.
  • Page 24 On-Screen Display Bring up the OSD "Main Menu." Use the Use the Selecting your preferred language To select your preferred language from the five available languages follow these steps: Bring up the OSD "Main Menu". Use the button to enter the "Language" submenu. Five items will be displayed for your selection. Use the button.
  • Page 25 On-Screen Display NOTE: in the selected language. To exit and clear the OSD Menu To exit and clear the OSD menu, use the Press the button. file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/osd/osddesc.htm (12 of 12) [4/14/2004 11:08:40 AM] When you choose an item, your OSD information will be immediately displayed buttons to move forward or backward to the exit icon.
  • Page 26: Customer Care And Warranty

    Customer Care & Warranty Customer Care & Warranty PLEASE SELECT YOUR COUNTRY/AREA TO REVIEW DETAILS OF YOUR WARRANTY COVERAGE ASIA: Bangladesh • Hong Kong MIDDLE EAST: Dubai file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/warranty/warranty.htm [4/14/2004 11:08:41 AM] • India • Pakistan...
  • Page 27 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 28 Glossary The DVI interface enables: Reduce signal loss and video noise in signal due to less signal conversion. Independent from display technology, and can be used on LCD, Plasma, LCOS, etc. Plug and play through hot plug detection, EDID and DDC2B. Digital and Analog support in a single connector (DVI-I only).
  • Page 29 Glossary Vertical refresh rate Expressed in Hz, it is the number of frames (complete pictures) written to the screen every second. file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/glossary/glossary.htm (3 of 3) [4/14/2004 11:08:46 AM] RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
  • Page 30: Download And Print

    Download and Print Download and Print •Installing your LCD monitor driver Installing Your LCD monitor driver •Download System requirements: Printing Instructions 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"...
  • Page 31 Download and Print 1. With the manual file open, follow your printer's instructions and print the pages you need. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/download/download.htm (2 of 2) [4/14/2004 11:08:49 AM]...
  • Page 32: Faqs (Frequently Asked Questions)

    Information (15"). • Other Related Shut down your computer, disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor. Information Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC. What does 'refresh rate' mean in connection with an LCD monitor? The refresh rate is of much less relevance for LCD monitors.
  • Page 33 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments? Simply press the OSD button, then select 'Reset' to recall all of the original factory settings. What is the Auto function? The AUTO adjustment key restores the optimal screen position, phase and clock settings at the press of a single button –...
  • Page 34 Yes. Philips LCD monitors have this optional feature. The standard VESA mount holes on the back cover allows the 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.
  • Page 35 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) LCD Panel Technology What is a 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 notebooks and other small computers.
  • Page 36 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) crystal elements. When two polarized filters are arranged vertically on a polarized light pole, the light that passes through the upper polarized panel is turned 90 degrees along with the spiral structure of the liquid crystal molecules and goes through the polarized filter at the bottom. When impressed with voltage, liquid crystal molecules are arranged vertically from the original spiral structure and the direction of the light is not turned through 90 degrees.
  • Page 37 Standards. Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards? Yes. Philips LCD monitors conform to the guidelines of MPR-II standards for the control of radiation, electromagnetic waves, energy reduction, electrical safety in the work environment and recyclability. The specification page provides detailed data on safety standards.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    • Safety and Troubleshooting • FAQs This page deals with problems that can be corrected by the user. If the problem still persists after you have • Common tried these solutions, contact your nearest Philips dealer. Problems • Imaging Common Problems Problems •...
  • Page 39 The afterimage will disappear after a period of time. The remaining dots are normal characteristic of the liquid crystal used in today’s technology. Consumer Information Centers list and contact your local Philips RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/safety/saf_troub.htm (3 of 3) [4/14/2004 11:08:59 AM]...
  • Page 41: Regulatory Information

    Commission (FCC) Notice CE Declaration of Conformity (U.S. Only) •Commission Philips Consumer Electronics declare under our responsibility that the product is in conformity with the Federale de la following standards Communication - EN60950:2000 (Safety requirement of Information Technology Equipment) (FCC...
  • Page 42 THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS. Commission Federale de la Communication (FCC Declaration) file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/safety/regs/regulat.htm (2 of 4) [4/14/2004 11:09:01 AM] ® PHILIPS s an NERGY artner, ® NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 43 Regulatory Information 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 fourir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans le cadre d'une installation résidentielle.
  • Page 44 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.
  • Page 45: Other Related Information

    Other Related Information • Safety and Other Related Information Troubleshooting • FAQs • Troubleshooting Information for Users in the U. S. • Regulatory Information For units set at 115 V : •Information for Users in the 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 46: Philips Pixel Defect Policy

    TFT LCD panels used in flat panel monitors are sometimes unavoidable. No manufacturer can guarantee Specification that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees that any monitor with an unacceptable •Pin number of defects will be repaired or replaced under warranty. This notice explains the different types of Assignment pixel defects and defines acceptable defect levels for each type.
  • Page 47 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 sub pixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following tables.
  • Page 48 Total bright or black dot defects of all types Note: * 1 or 2 adjacent sub pixel defects = 1 dot defect All Philips monitors are ISO13406-2 Compliant file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/product/pixel.htm (3 of 3) [4/14/2004 11:09:10 AM] ACCEPTABLE LEVEL RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE...
  • Page 49: Connecting To Your Pc

    Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC •Front View Product Accessory Pack Description • Accessory Unpack all the parts. Pack • Connecting to Your PC Item • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Connecting to Your PC file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/install/connect.htm (1 of 3) [4/14/2004 11:09:15 AM] Description Power Cable (socket may differ for different countries) VGA Signal Cable...
  • Page 50 Connecting to Your PC Connect to 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. Plug the power cord of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet. Turn on your computer and monitor.
  • Page 51 Connecting to Your PC file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/install/connect.htm (3 of 3) [4/14/2004 11:09:15 AM]...
  • Page 52: Getting Started

    The built-in VESA DDC2B feature in Philips Monitors supports Plug & Play requirements for Windows® Started 95/98/2000/Me/XP. This information file ( .inf) should be installed in order that your Philips monitor can • Optimizing be enabled from the 'Monitor' dialog box in Windows® 95/98/2000/Me/XP and the Plug & Play Performance application can be activated.
  • Page 53 Getting Started Select 'Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can choose the driver you want', then click on 'Next' and then click on 'Have Disk...'. Click on the 'Browse...' button, select the appropriate drive F: ( CD-ROM Drive) then click on the 'OK' button.
  • Page 54 Getting Started information, please refer to Windows® 95/98/2000/Me/XP user's manual. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/150v5/install/gt_start.htm (3 of 3) [4/14/2004 11:09:16 AM]...
  • Page 55: 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 56 International Guarantee file:///D|/My%20documents/dfu/150V5/english/warranty/war_intl.htm (2 of 2) [4/14/2004 11:09:23 AM]...

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