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Table of Contents 1. Important.................................................1 1.1 Safety precautions and maintenance....1 1.2 Notational Descriptions..............................2 1.3 Disposal of product and packing material.................................................................3 2. Setting up the monitor..........................4 2.1 Installation............................................................4 2.2 Operating the monitor................................5 2.
1. Important 1. Important This electronic user’s guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips monitor. Take time to read this user manual before you use your monitor. It contains important information and notes regarding operating your monitor.
1. Important • Temperature: 0-40°C 32-104°F • Humidity: 20-80% RH 1.2 Notational Descriptions The following subsections describe notational conventions used in this document. Important information for Burn-in/Ghost image • Notes, Cautions and Warnings Always activate a moving screen saver program when you leave your monitor unattended. Always activate a periodic screen refresh application if your monitor will display unchanging static content.
1. Important 1.3 Disposal of product and packing material Taking back/Recycling Information for Customers Waste Electrical and Electronic EquipmentWEEE Philips establishes technically and economically viable objectives to optimize the environmental performance of the organization's product, service and activities.
2. Setting up the monitor Install base stand 2. Setting up the monitor 1. Place the monitor face down on soft and smooth surface taking care to avoid scratching or damaging the screen. 2.1 Installation Package contents Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome 243S5 2. Attach the base column with the monitor until it clicks into position.
2. Setting up the monitor Connecting to your PC 2.2 Operating the monitor Front view product description 1 2 3 4 3 2 1 1 AC power input 2 DVI-D input 3 VGA input 4 Kensington anti-theft lock Connect to PC 5 1. Connect the power cord to the back of the monitor firmly. 2. Turn off your computer and unplug its power cable. 7 3. Connect the monitor signal cable to the video connector on the back of your computer. 6 4 3 2 Switch monitor’s power ON and OFF. 4.
2. Setting up the monitor Description of the On Screen Display The OSD Menu Below is an overall view of the structure of the On-Screen Display. You can use this as a reference when you want to work your way around the different adjustments later on. What is On-Screen Display (OSD)? On-Screen Display (OSD) is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen performance or select functions of the monitors directly through an on-screen instruction window.
2. Setting up the monitor Resolution notification 2.3 Remove Base Stand and Base This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an alert is displayed on screen: Use 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz for best results. Remove the Base Stand Before you start disassembling the monitor base, please follow the instructions below to avoid any possible damage or injury. 1.
2. Setting up the monitor Note This monitor accepts a 100mm × 100mm mounting interface. 100mm 100mm Caution For use only with UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 3.
3. Image Optimization 3. Image Optimization 3.1 SmartContrast What is it? A unique technology that dynamically analyzes displayed content and automatically optimizes an LCD 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. Why do I need it? You want the very best visual clarity and viewing comfort for every type of content.
4. Technical Specifications 4. Technical Specifications Picture/Display Monitor Panel Type Backlight Panel Size Aspect Ratio Pixel Pitch SmartContrast Response Time (typ.) Optimum Resolution Viewing Angle Display Colors Vertical Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency sRGB Connectivity Signal Input Input Signal Convenience User Convenience OSD Languages Other Convenience Plug & Play Compatibility Stand Tilt TN-LCD W-LED system 23.6" W (59.9 cm) 16:9 0.272 × 0.
4. Technical Specifications Dimension Product with stand (W×H×D) Product without stand (W×H×D) Product with packaging (W×H×D) Weight Product with stand Product without stand Product with packaging Operating Condition Temperature range (operation) Relative humidity (operation) Atmospheric pressure (operation) Temperature range (Nonoperation) Relative humidity (Nonoperation) Atmospheric pressure (Nonoperation) 560 × 424 × 219 mm 560 × 348 × 53 mm 608 x 419 x 121 mm 3.41kg 3.02kg 4.
4. Technical Specifications 4.1 Resolution & Preset Modes Maximum Resolution 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz (analog input) 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz (digital input) Recommended Resolution 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz (digital input) H. freq (kHz) Resolution V. freq (Hz) 31.47 720 × 400 70.09 31.47 640 × 480 59.94 35.00 640 × 480 66.67 37.86 640 × 480 72.81 37.50 640 × 480 75.00 37.88 800 × 600 60.32 46.88 800 × 600 75.00 48.36 1024 × 768 60.00 60.02 1024 × 768 75.03 44.77 1280 × 720 59.86 63.
5. Power Management 5. Power Management If you have VESA DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. If an input from a keyboard, mouse or other input device is detected, the monitor will 'wake up' automatically.
6. Customer care and warranty black pixel. Other combinations of lit and dark sub pixels appear as single pixels of other colors. 6. Customer care and warrant Types of Pixel Defects Pixel and sub pixel defects appear on the screen in different ways. There are two categories of pixel defects and several types of sub pixel defects within each category. 6.1 Philips’ Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Philips strives to deliver the highest quality products.
6. Customer care and warranty Proximity of Pixel Defects Note A red or blue bright dot must be more than 50 percent brighter than neighboring dots while a green bright dot is 30 percent brighter than neighboring dots. Because pixel and sub pixels defects of the same type that are near to one another may be more noticeable, Philips also specifies tolerances for the proximity of pixel defects. Black Dot Defects Black dot defects appear as pixels or sub pixels that are always dark or 'off'.
6. Customer care and warranty 6.2 Customer Care & Warranty For warranty coverage information and additional support requirements valid for your region, please visit www.philips.com/support website for details or contact your local Philips Customer Care Center. For extended warranty, if you would like to extend your general warranty period, an Out of Warranty service package is offered via our Certified Service Center.
7. Troubleshooting & FAQs 7. Troubleshooting & FAQs Note The Auto Function is not applicable in DVIDigital mode as it is not necessary. 7.1 Troubleshooting Visible signs of smoke or sparks This page deals with problems that can be corrected by a user. If the problem still persists after you have tried these solutions, contact Philips customer service representative.
7. Troubleshooting & FAQs Image appears blurred, indistinct or too dark • 7.2 General FAQs Adjust the contrast and brightness on On-Screen Display. Q1: When I install my monitor what should I do if the screen shows 'Cannot display this video mode'? Ans.: Recommended resolution for this monitor: 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz. An "after-image", "burn-in" or "ghost image" remains after the power has been turned off.
7. Troubleshooting & FAQs 2. sRGB; this is a standard setting for ensuring correct exchange of colors between different device (e.g. digital cameras, monitors, printers, scanners, etc) Monitor drivers (.inf and .icm files) will be installed automatically. Q4: How do I adjust the resolution? Ans.: Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select the desired resolution under Windows® Control Panel with the "Display properties". 3.
7. Troubleshooting & FAQs period of time after the power has been switched off. Always activate a moving screen saver program when you leave your monitor unattended. Always activate a periodic screen refresh application if your LCD monitor will display unchanging static content. Warning Failure to activate a screen saver, or a periodic screen refresh application may result in severe “burn-in” or “after-image” or “ghost image” symptoms that will not disappear and cannot be repaired.
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