Philips 231e1sb User Manual

							
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
XGA monitor has 1024x3 (R, G, B) x 768 pixels and a higher resolution \
may not be 
available without additional software processing. The panel is designed \
to optimize 
the display for a 65MHz dot clock, one of the standards for XGA displays\
. Since the 
vertical/horizontal frequency for this dot clock is 60Hz/48kHz, the opti\
mum frequency 
for this monitor is 60Hz.
 
Q: What kind of wide-angle technology is available? How does it work?
A: The TFT LCD panel is an element that controls/displays the inlet of a b\
acklight 
using the dual-refraction of a liquid crystal. Using the property that t\
he projection of 
inlet light refracts toward the major axis of the liquid element, it con\
trols the direction 
of inlet light and displays it. Since the refraction ratio of inlet ligh\
t on liquid crystal 
varies with the inlet angle of the light, the viewing angle of a TFT is \
much narrower 
than that of a CDT. Usually, the viewing angle refers to the point where\
 the contrast 
ration is 10. Many ways to widen the viewing angle are currently being d\
eveloped and 
the most common approach is to use a wide viewing angle film, which wide\
ns the 
viewing angle by varying the refraction ratio. IPS (In Plane Switching)\
 or MVA (Multi 
Vertical Aligned) is also used to give a wider viewing angle. 
Q: Why is there no flicker on an LCD Monitor?
A: Technically speaking, LCDs do flicker, but the cause of the phenomenon \
is 
different from that of a CRT monitor -- and it has no impact of the ease\
 of viewing. 
Flickering in an LCD monitor relates to usually undetectable luminance c\
aused by the 
difference between positive and negative voltage. On the other hand, CRT\
 flickering 
that can irritate the human eye occurs when the on/off action of the flu\
orescent object 
becomes visible. Since the reaction speed of liquid crystal in an LCD pa\
nel is much 
slower, this troublesome form of flickering is not present in an LCD dis\
play.
 
Q: Why is an LCD monitor virtually low of Electro Magnetic Interference?
A: Unlike a CRT, an LCD monitor does not have key parts that generate Elec\
tro 
Magnetic Interference, especially magnetic fields. Also, since an LCD di\
splay utilizes 
relatively low power, its power supply is extremely quiet.
 
 
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Ergonomics, Ecology and Safety Standards
Q: What is the CE mark?
A: The CE (Conformité Européenne) mark is required to be displayed\
 on all regulated 
products offered for sale on the European market. This CE mark means t\
hat a 
product complies with the relevant European Directive. A European Direct\
ive is a 
European Law that relates to health, safety, environment and consumer \
protection, 
much the same as the U.S. National Electrical Code and UL Standards.
 
Q: Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards?
A: Yes. Philips LCD monitors conform to the guidelines of MPR-II and TCO 9\
9/03 
standards for the control of radiation, electromagnetic waves, energy re\
duction, 
electrical safety in the work environment and recyclability. The specifi\
cation page 
provides detailed data on safety standards.
 
Q: After I change new PC, I found this information on screen, how can I do\
?
 
A: Because you activate Theft Deterrence function in SmartControl II. Plea\
se contact 
IT manager or Philips Service Center.
 
More information is provided in the Regulatory Information section.
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Troubleshooting
  
       
  • Safety and 
Troubleshooting
 • FAQs
 • Common Problems
 • Imaging Problems 
 • Regulatory Information
 • Other Related Information
  
  
  
  
Troubleshooting
This page deals with problems that can be corrected by a user. If the pr\
oblem still persists after you have tried these 
solutions, contact Philips customer service representative. 
Common Problems 
Having this problemCheck these items
No Picture
(Power LED not lit) 
l     Make sure the power cord is plugged into the power outlet 
and into the back of the monitor. 
l     First, ensure that the power button on the front of the monitor 
is in the OFF position, then press it to the ON position.
 
No Picture
(Power LED is Blinking Blue LED 
Period:3sec on,3sec off) 
l     Make sure the computer is turned on. 
l     Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to your 
computer. 
l     Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins. 
l     The Energy Saving feature may be activated 
Screen says
l     Make sure the monitor cable is properly connected to your 
computer. (Also refer to the Quick Set-Up Guide). 
l     Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins. 
l     Make sure the computer is turned on. 
AUTO button not working properly
l     The Auto Function is designed for use on standard Macintosh 
or IBM-compatible PCs running Microsoft Windows. 
l     It may not work properly if using nonstandard PC or video 
card.
 
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Imaging Problems
Display position is incorrect
l     Press the Auto button. 
l     Adjust the image position using the Phase/Clock of Setup in 
OSD Main Controls.
 
Image vibrates on the screen
l     Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the 
graphics board or PC.
 
Vertical flicker appears
l     Press the Auto button. 
l     Eliminate the vertical bars using the Phase/Clock of Setup in 
OSD Main Controls.
 
Horizontal flicker appears
l     Press the Auto button. 
l     Eliminate the vertical bars using the Phase/Clock of Setup in 
OSD Main Controls.
The screen is too bright or too dark
l     Adjust the contrast and brightness on On-Screen Display. 
(The backlight of the LCD monitor has a fixed life span. When 
the screen becomes dark or begins to flicker,
 please contact 
your sales representative).
An after-image appears
l     If an image remains on the screen for an extended period of 
time, it may be imprinted in the screen and leave an after-
image. This usually disappears after a few hours
    
   
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An after-image remains after the power 
has been turned off.
l     This is characteristic of liquid crystal and is not caused by a 
malfunction or deterioration of the liquid crystal. The after-
image will disappear after a period of time.
Green, red, blue, dark, and white dots 
remainsl     The remaining dots are normal characteristic of the liquid 
crystal used in today’s technology.
 
Adjust blue power on light
l     Adjust blue power on light using the power LED of Setup in 
OSD Main Controls.
 
For further assistance, refer to the Consumer Information Centers list and contact Philips customer service 
representative.
 
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Regulatory Information
  
       
 
 
 •Recycling Information for Customers
 •Waste Electrical and Electronic 
Equipment-WEEE
 •CE Declaration of Conformity
 •Energy Star Declaration
 
•Federal Communications 
Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. 
Only)
 •FCC Declaration of Conformity
 •Commission Federale de la 
Communication (FCC Declaration)
 •EN 55022 Compliance (Czech 
Republic Only)
  
 •Polish Center for Testing and 
Certification Notice
 •North Europe (Nordic Countries) 
Information
 •BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)
•Ergonomie Hinweis (nur 
Deutschland)
 .Philips End-of-Life Disposal
 •Information for UK only
 •China RoHS
 •Safety Information 
 •Troubleshooting
 •Other Related Information
 •Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
 
Regulatory Information
Model ID:231E1
Model No:MWE1230F
Recycling Information for Customers
Philips establishes technically and economically viable objectives to op\
timize the environmental 
performance of the organizations product, service and activities.
From the planning, design and production stages, Philips emphasizes the \
important of making products 
that can easily be recycled. At Philips, end-of-life management primaril\
y entails participation in national 
take-back initiatives and recycling programs whenever possible, preferab\
ly in cooperation with 
competitors.
There is currently a system of recycling up and running in the European \
countries, such as The 
Netherlands, Belgium, Norway, Sweden and Denmark.
In U.S.A., Philips Consumer Electronics North America has contributed fu\
nds for the Electronic 
Industries Alliance (EIA) Electronics Recycling Project and state recy\
cling initiatives for end-of-life 
electronics products from household sources. In addition, the Northeast \
Recycling Council (NERC) - a 
multi-state non-profit organization focused on promoting recycling marke\
t development - plans to 
implement a recycling program.
In Asia Pacific, Taiwan, the products can be taken back by Environment P\
rotection Administration (EPA) 
to follow the IT product recycling management process, detail can be fou\
nd in web site www.epa.gov.tw
The monitor contains parts that could cause damage to the nature environ\
ment. Therefore, it is vital that the 
monitor is recycled at the end of its life cycle. 
For help and service, please contact Consumers Information Center or F1rst Choice Contact Information 
Center
 in each country or the following team of Environmental specialist can h\
elp. 
Mrs. Argent Chan,  Environment Manager 
Philips Consumer Lifestyle 
E-mail: 
[email protected] 
Tel: +886 (0) 3 222 6795
Mr. Maarten ten Houten - Senior Environmental Consultant 
Philips Consumer Electronics 
E-mail: 
[email protected] 
Tel: +31 (0) 40 27 33402
Mr. Delmer F. Teglas 
Philips Consumer Electronics North America 
E-mail: 
[email protected] 
Tel: +1 865 521 4322
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment-WEEE
Attention users in European Union private households
 This marking on the product or on its packaging illustrates that, under\
 European Directive 
2002/96/EG governing used electrical and electronic appliances, this pro\
duct may not be disposed of 
with normal household waste. You are responsible for disposal of this eq\
uipment through a designated 
waste electrical and electronic equipment collection. To determine the l\
ocations for dropping off such 
waste electrical and electronic, contact your local government office, t\
he waste disposal organization that 
serves your household or the store at which you purchased the product.
Attention users in United States:
Like all LCD products, this set contains a lamp with Mercury. Please dis\
pose of according to all Local, 
State and Federal laws. For the disposal or recycling information, conta\
ct www.mygreenelectronics.com 
or 
www.eiae.org. 
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CE Declaration of Conformity
Philips Consumer Electronics declare under our responsibility that the p\
roduct is in conformity with the 
following standards  
- EN60950-1:2001 (Safety requirement of Information Technology Equipmen\
t)  
- EN55022:1998 (Radio Disturbance requirement of Information Technology\
 Equipment)  
- EN55024:1998 (Immunity requirement of Information Technology Equipmen\
t)  
- EN61000-3-2:2000 (Limits for Harmonic Current Emission)  
- EN61000-3-3:1995 (Limitation of Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker) 
following provisions of directives applicable 
- 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)  
- 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive)  
- 93/68/EEC (Amendment of EMC and Low Voltage Directive)  
and is produced by a manufacturing organization on ISO9000 level. 
The product also comply with the following standards  
- ISO9241-3, ISO9241-7, ISO9241-8 (Ergonomic requirement for CRT Monito\
r)  
- ISO13406-2 (Ergonomic requirement for Flat Panel Display)  
- GS EK1-2000 (GS specification)  
- prEN50279:1998 (Low Frequency Electric and Magnetic fields for Visual\
 Display)  
- MPR-II (MPR:1990:8/1990:10 Low Frequency Electric and Magnetic fields\
)  
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- TCO99, TCO03 (Requirement for Environment Labelling of Ergonomics, \
Energy, Ecology and 
Emission, TCO: Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees) for TCO\
 versions 
 
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Energy Star Declaration
This monitor is equipped with a function for saving energy which support\
s the VESA Display 
Power Management (DPM)
  standard. This means that the monitor must be connected to a 
computer which supports VESA DPM. Time settings are adjusted from the sy\
stem unit by 
software.
 VESA StateLED IndicatorPower 
Consumption
Normal operationON (Active) Blue< 50W (typ.)
Power Saving
Alternative 2
One step
SleepBlinking Blue LED < 0.5 W
Switch OffBlue LED off< 0.5W
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, PHILIPS has determined that this product meets 
the 
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
We recommend you switch off the monitor when it is not in use for a long\
 time.
 
 
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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. These limits are designed \
to provide 
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential inst\
allation. This 
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if\
 not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference\
 to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will no\
t occur in a 
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferen\
ce to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o\
ff and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the f\
ollowing measures:
 
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l     Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. l     Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. l     Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to\
 which the receiver is 
connected. 
l     Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible\
 for compliance 
could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 
Use only RF shielded cable that was supplied with the monitor when conne\
cting this monitor to a 
computer device. 
To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expos\
e this appliance to rain or 
excessive moisture. 
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN 
INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS. 
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FCC Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Philips 
Responsible Party: 
Philips Consumer Electronics North America  
P.O. Box 671539  
Marietta , GA 30006-0026  
1-888-PHILIPS (744-5477) 
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo,  
United States Only 
 
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject\
 to the following two conditions: (1) this device may 
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any in\
terference received, including interference that may 
cause undesired operation. 
 
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