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37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page ii User Manual BDL3731V SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product.
7InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page iii User Manual BDL3731V WARNING • Unplug this product from the wall outlet immediately when it smokes or makes a strange smell. • Do not block any ventilation openings. (This can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.) • Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords (This can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page iv User Manual BDL3731V FCC INFORMATION User Instructions NOTE: 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.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page v User Manual BDL3731V VCCI This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this 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. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 2 User Manual BDL3731V TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT NOTES AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2.1 2.2 2.3 3 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Rear View . .
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 3 User Manual BDL3731V 6 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 6.10 6.11 6.12 6.13 6.14 Picture Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 6.1.1 Adjusting Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 4 User Manual BDL3731V 1. IMPORTANT NOTES AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with a slightly damp cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 5 User Manual BDL3731V Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 6 User Manual BDL3731V Battery Usage: CAUTION:To prevent battery leakage that may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit. • Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on the unit. • Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). • Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. 1.2 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS 1.2.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 7 User Manual BDL3731V 1.3 CLEANING & CARE To avoid possible shock hazard, please be sure that the television is unplugged from the electrical outlet before cleaning. When cleaning the television screen, take care not to scratch or damage the screen surface (avoid wearing jewelry or using anything abrasive). Wipe the front of the screen with a clean cloth dampened with water. Use even, easy, vertical strokes when cleaning.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 8 User Manual BDL3731V 2. UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 2.1 UNPACKING This product is packed in a carton, together with the standard accessories. Any other optional accessories will be packed separately. The weight of the product differs - depending on the type - from 27 to 53 kg. Due to the size and weight it is recommended to move it by 2 people. The protective glass and the glass substrate are installed on the front of the product.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 9 User Manual BDL3731V 2.3 INSTALLATION NOTES Due to the high power consumption, always use the plug exclusively designed for this product. If an extended line is required, please consult your service agent. The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. The distance between the back of the product and the wall should be maintained for proper ventilation.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 10 User Manual BDL3731V 3. PARTS AND FUNCTIONS INPUT 3.1 MENU - VOL + - CH + FRONT VIEW 1 Input Button Use this button to switch between available inputs. 2 Menu Button Use this button to engage the On Screen Display menu. 3 Volume Adjustment Buttons Use these buttons to adjust volume up and down.These buttons also serve as navigation and adjustment buttons when On Screen Display menu is engaged.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 11 User Manual BDL3731V 3.2 REAR VIEW 1 External speaker output Connect to external speakers. 2 RS-232 Connector Connect to a PC to update software. 3 Digital HDMI input Connect to the HDMI output jack of an external device. 4 Digital DVI input Connect to digital video signals from a Set-Top box or Computer. 5 RGB(VGA) input Connect to RGB (VGA) output of Computer or Set-Top box.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 12 User Manual BDL3731V 3.3 REMOTE CONTROL 3.3.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS 1 Sound Mute On/Off 2 Standby Power On/Off Push this button to switch on the monitor from Standby mode. Push it again to turn it off to Standby mode. 3 Menu Activates the OSD (On Screen Display) menu. 4 Volume +/Turns volume up or down. 5 Channel +/Changes the TV channels sequentially. 6 INPUT Displays the available input sources.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 13 User Manual BDL3731V 3.3.2 TELETEXT FUNCTION BUTTONS 1 TEXT Activates the TELETEXT mode. 2 INPUT Displays the TELETEXT index. 3 Fastext With Fastext, you can easily access the topic and relevant pages you want by pressing the red, green, yellow and blue buttons on the remote control. In TELETEXT mode, volume controls remain available, but the relevant symbols are not shown on the screen. 4 Page Down (AUTO) Displays the previous TELETEXT page.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 14 User Manual BDL3731V 4. CONNECTIONS TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT 4.1 CONNECTING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT (VCR, DVD, CAMCORDER, SATELLITE RECEIVER) 4.1.1 USING SCART (AV) SOCKET INPUT 1 Connect the SCART socket of the external device to the SCART socket of the monitor. 2 Connect the video recorder to the antenna wall socket or cable box. 4.1.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 15 User Manual BDL3731V 4.1.4 USING VIDEO INPUT 1 Connect the jack of the external device to the VIDEO INPUT of the monitor. 2 Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the VIDEO connector. 4.1.5 USING MONITOR OUTPUT 1 Connect the jack of the DVD or VCR (for recording) or audio system to the MONITOR OUTPUT of the monitor.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 16 User Manual BDL3731V 4.2 EXTERNAL AUDIO CONNECTION 4.2.1 CONNECTING EXTERNAL SPEAKER Connect the speaker audio cable to the external speaker output jack on the rear of the LCD. • Before connecting the speaker wire to the LCD, turn off your LCD. 4.2.2 USING DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Connect the optical cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT on the rear of the LCD.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 17 User Manual BDL3731V 1 4.3 CONNECTING A PC 4.3.1 USING RGB (VGA) OR DVI VIDEO INPUT 1 Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB(VGA) connector of the PC to the RGB-IN connector of the monitor. If you have a PC that is equipped with a DVI (Digital Visual Interface), you may connect the PC DVI connector from the PC to the DVI-IN connector of the monitor.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 18 User Manual BDL3731V 5. BASIC FUNCTIONS 5.1 POWERING ON / OFF Make sure the monitor is plugged into the wall outlet with the supplied power cord. If the power is plugged in, the STATUS LED on the control panel will illuminate in red color. Using Front Panel or Remote Control 1 Press the POWER button on the front panel or remote control. => The monitor will now turn on after a brief pause.The STATUS LED will now turn green to indicate power on status.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 19 User Manual BDL3731V 5.3 VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Using Front Panel or Remote Control 1 Press the MENU button on the front panel or remote control. Image Screen Volume Treble Bass Balance Mute Audio Preset Move [- CH +] Image Screen Volume Treble Bass Balance Mute Audio Preset Move [- CH +] Setup Audio 60 055 072 043 ON OFF [-VOL+] to Preset Audio Adjust [- VOL +] Exit [MENU] Setup 2 Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Audio.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 20 User Manual BDL3731V 5.5 DISPLAY INFORMATION Via Remote Control Press the RECALL button to display the channel information and setting status. Press again to exit. TIMER OFF Note: The displayed information can differ, depending on the selected source.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 21 User Manual BDL3731V 6. ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 6.1 PICTURE CONTROLS 6.1.1 ADJUSTING PICTURE SETTINGS Various picture adjustments can be set using the Picture Adjustment OSD menu. Image Screen Setup Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Tint Image Preset Move [- VOL +] Audio 083 052 019 063 050 [-VOL+] to Preset Image Select [- CH +] 1 Press the MENU button on the front panel or remote control. The Image menu is displayed.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 22 User Manual BDL3731V 6.2 SOUND CONTROLS 6.2.1 ADJUSTING SOUND SETTINGS Various sound adjustments can be set using the Sound Adjustment OSD menu. Image Screen Volume Treble Bass Balance Mute Audio Preset Move [- CH +] Setup Audio 60 055 072 043 ON OFF [-VOL+] to Preset Audio Adjust [- VOL +] Exit [MENU] 1 Press the MENU button on the front panel or remote control. 2 Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Audio.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 23 User Manual BDL3731V 6.3 OSD MENU LANGUAGE This monitor has multiple OSD Menu languages built-in including English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, and Portuguese. Image Screen Setup Audio English Language Sleep Timer OSD Settings Color Temp. Move [- CH +] 030 Normal Select [- VOL +] Exit [MENU] 1 Press the MENU button on the front panel or remote control. 2 Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Setup.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:03 PM Page 24 User Manual BDL3731V 6.6 ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS OF BACKLIGHT You can adjust the brightness of your LCD backlight. 1 Image Screen Setup Size Freeze Backlight AUTO OFF Image ON 100 Move [- CH +] Screen Select [- VOL +] Setup Press the MENU button on the front panel or remote control. Audio Exit [MENU] 2 Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Screen. 3 Press the CH- button to enter the selected menu group.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 25 User Manual BDL3731V 6.10 CHANGING THE SCREEN SIZE You can select the screen size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Image Screen Setup Size Freeze Backlight Audio AUTO OFF ON 100 Move [- CH +] Select [- VOL +] 1 Press the MENU button on the front panel or remote control. 2 Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Screen. 3 Press the CH - button to enter the selected menu group. => The Size is selected.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 26 User Manual BDL3731V 6.12 TELETEXT The Teletext service is available in many countries under a variety of names (TOP Text, Fastext, FLOF test,Videotext). It is provided as a free service by some television broadcasters.This service provides a real wealth of information, available at any time, on weather, sporting results, news, games, etc.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 27 User Manual BDL3731V Page Up (MTS) 1 Press the MTS button (Ø) to display the next TELETEXT page. FREEZE 1 Press the FREEZE button (∏) on the remote control to freeze the current page, preventing update and subpage display. 2 Press the FREEZE button again to cancel. Reveal 1 Press the Reveal button (”) to hide page information. Press the button again to unhide. Sub-page 1 Press the sub-page button (’) to display a secondary page by entering its number.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 28 User Manual BDL3731V 6.13 VIEWING THE PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) You can display a sub-picture with the main picture. In this way you can watch monitor the video input from any connected devices while watching other video input. Selecting a PIP mode Press the SPLIT button repeatedly to select required mode. The available modes are displayed in the following order.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 29 User Manual BDL3731V Swapping the main picture and the sub-picture Press the SWAP button. The main picture and the sub picture are interchanged. It is available in PIP and PBP mode only. Sub Input SCART 1 SCART 2 VIDEO S-VIDEO Main Input SCART 1 X SCART 2 X VIDEO X S-VIDEO X COMPONENT X X X X RGB X X X X DVI X X X X HDMI 1 X X X X HDMI 2 X X X X Swapping the audio of the main or sub-picture Press the A.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 30 User Manual BDL3731V 7. INPUT MODE VGA Resolution Active Resolution Standard Resolution H Pixels V Lines VGA 640 480 WVGA 848 480 SVGA 800 600 XGA 1024 768 WXGA SXGA 1360 1280 768 1024 Aspect ratio Refresh Rate Pixel Rate 60 Hz 72 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 72 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 70 Hz 75 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 25.175 MHz 31.5 MHz 31.5 MHz 31.5 MHz 40 MHz 50 MHZ 49.5 MHz 65 MHz 75 MHz 78.5 MHz 84.75 MHz 108 MHz Refresh Rate Pixel Rate 29.97 Hz 59.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 31 User Manual BDL3731V • The PC text quality is optimum in XGA mode (1360 x 768, 60Hz). • When this LCD is used as a PC display, 24-bit color is supported (over 16 million colors). • Your PC display screen might appear different depending on the manufacture (and your particular version of Windows). Check your PC instruction book for information about connecting your PC to a display.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 32 User Manual BDL3731V 8. TECHNICALS SPECIFICATIONS Display Specifications 37” LCD 37.02" (819.6(H) x 460.8(V)[mm]) 16:9 1366(H) x 768 (V) 0.600 (H) x 0.600 (V) [mm] 16.
InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 33 User Manual BDL3731V In / Out Terminals Item Speaker Output Internal speaker RS-232C D-Sub Jack x 1 (9 pin) HDMI Input HDMI Jack x 2 (Type A) DVI Input DVI Jack x 1 (24 pin) RCA Jack x 1 RGB Input D-Sub Jack x 1 (15 pin) RCA Jack x 1 Component Input RCA Jack x 1 Digital Audio Output Optical Jack x 1 Monitor Output RCA Jack x 1 S-Video Input Mini DIN Jack x 1 (4 pin) Video Input RCA Jack x 1 Scart 1, 2 Scart Jack x 2 (21 pin) [Full x 1,
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 34 User Manual BDL3731V General Specifications 37” LCD AC 100V ~ 240V, 50/60 Hz 170 W Item Power Supply Power Consumption (Typical) Dimension [W x H x D mm] With Stand Without Stand Weight With Stand Without Stand 928.0 x 634.2 x 302.0 [mm] 928.0 x 546.0 x 117.0 [mm] 27.0 kg 22.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 35 User Manual BDL3731V 9. CLEANING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 9. 1 CLEANING Cautions When Using the Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the display. Top of display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries may occur if any body parts are brought too close.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 36 User Manual BDL3731V 9.2 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Remedy No picture is displayed 1.The power cord is disconnected. 1. Plug in the power cord. 2.The main power switch on the back of the monitor 2. Make sure the power switch is switched on. is not switched on. 3. Connect a signal connection to the monitor. 3.The selected input has no connection. 4.The monitor is in standby mode in RGB mode.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 37 User Manual BDL3731V 10. LIMITED WARRANTY (EUR) Two Year Free Labor Two Year Free Parts WHO IS COVERED? You must have proof of the date purchased to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing the date that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. WHAT IS COVERED? Warranty cover age begins the day you buy your product. For two years thereafter, all defective parts will be repaired or replaced and labor is free.
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 38 User Manual BDL3731V WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE? Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumers Electronics Europe. In countries where Philips Consumers Electronics Europe does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization will attempt to provide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).
37InchLCD_Philips_Eng 1/25/07 3:04 PM Page 39 User Manual BDL3731V REMEMBER... Please record the model and serial numbers found on the product below. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary.
