Philips 234cl2sb User Manual
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www.philips.com/welcome EN User manual 1 Customer care and warranty 32 Troubleshooting & FAQs 43 234CL2
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 3. Product information .............................8 3.1 Smar tImage ........................................................8 3.2 Smar tContrast .................................................9 3.3 Philips Smar tControl Premium ..............9 3.4 Smar tDesktop Guide ................................17 3.5 Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy ..................................................22 4. Technical Specifications ......................24 4.1 Resolution & Preset Modes...................26 4.2 Automatic PowerSaving ...........................26 5. Regulatory Information ......................27 6. Customer care and warranty ...........32 7. Troubleshooting & FAQs ...................43 7.1 Troubleshooting ...........................................43 7.2 Smar tControl Premium FAQs .............45 7.3 General FAQs ...............................................46 Table of Contents
1 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 impor tant information and notes regarding operating your monitor. The Philips guarantee applies provided the product is handled properly for its intended use, in accordance with its operating instructions and upon presentation of the original invoice or cash receipt, indicating the date of purchase, dealer’s name and model and production number of the product. 1.1 Safety precautions and mainte- nance Warnings Use of controls, adjustments or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards and/or mechanical hazards. Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor. Operation • Risk of electric shock or f ire! • Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight and away from stoves or any other heat source. • Remove any object that could fall into ventilation holes or prevent proper cool- ing of the monitor’s electronics. • Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet. • When positioning the monitor, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible. • If turning off the monitor by detaching the power cable or DC power cord, wait for 6 seconds before attaching the power cable or DC power cord for normal operation. • Please use approved power cord provided by Philips all the time. If your power cord is missing, please contact with your local ser vice center. (Please refer to Customer Care Consumer Information Center.) • Do not subject the monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions during operation. • Do not knock or drop the monitor during operation or transpor tation. Maintenance • To protect your monitor from possible damage, do not put excessive pressure on the Monitor panel. When moving your monitor, grasp the frame to lif t; do not lif t the monitor by placing your hand or fingers on the Monitor panel. • Unplug the monitor if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time. • Unplug the monitor if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth. The screen may be wiped with a dr y cloth when the power is off. However, never use organic solvent, such as, alcohol, or ammonia-based liquids to clean your monitor. • To avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to the set, do not expose the monitor to dust, rain, water, or excessive moisture environment. • If your monitor gets wet, wipe it with dr y cloth as soon as possible. • If foreign substance or water gets in your monitor, please turn the power off immediately and disconnect the power cord. Then, remove the foreign substance or water, and send it to the maintenance center. • Do not store or use the monitor in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight or extreme cold.
2 • In order to maintain the best per formance of your monitor and use it for a longer life- time, please use the monitor in a location that falls within the following temperature and humidity ranges. Temperature: 0 -40°C 32-95°F Humidity: 20 -80% RH • IMPORTANT: 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. Uninterrupted display of still or static images over an ex tended period may cause "burn in", also known as "af ter-imaging" or "ghost imaging", on your screen. "Burn-in", "af ter-imaging", or "ghost imaging" is a well-known phenomenon in Monitor panel technology. In most cases, the "burned in" or "af ter-imaging" or "ghost imaging" will disappear gradually over a period of time af ter the power has been switched off. Warning Severe” burn-in” or “after-image” or “ghost image” symptoms will not disappear and cannot be repaired. The damage mentioned above is not covered under your warranty. Service • The casing cover should be opened only by qualif ied ser vice personnel. • If there is any need for any document for repair or integration, please contact with your local ser vice center. (please refer to the chapter of "Consumer Information Center") • For transpor tation information, please refer to "Technical Specifications". • Do not leave your monitor in a car/trunk under direct sun light. Note Consult a ser vice technician if the monitor does not operate normally, or you are not sure what procedure to take when the operating instructions given in this manual have been followed. 1.2 Notational Descriptions The following subsections describe notational conventions used in this document. Notes, Cautions and Warnings Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be accompanied by an icon and printed in bold or italic type. These blocks contain notes, cautions or warnings. They are used as follows: Note This icon indicates impor tant information and tips that help you make better use of your computer system. Caution This icon indicates information that tells you how to avoid either potential damage to hardware or loss of data. Warning This icon indicates the potential for bodily harm and tells you how to avoid the problem. Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may not be accompanied by an icon. In such cases, the specific presentation of the warning is mandated by the relevant regulator y authority.
3 1.3 Disposal of product and packing material Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment - WEEE 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. You are responsible for disposal of this equipment through a designated waste electrical and electronic equipment collection. To determine the locations for dropping off such waste electrical and electronic, contact your local government office, the waste disposal organization that ser ves your household or the store at which you purchased the product. 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. All redundant packing material has been omitted. We have done our utmost to make the packaging easily separable into mono materials. Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old monitor and packing from your sales representative. Recycling Information for Customers There is currently a system of recycling up and running in the European countries, such as The Netherlands, Belgium, Norway, Sweden and Denmark. In Asia Pacific, Taiwan, the products can be taken back by Environment Protection Administration (EPA) to follow the IT product recycling management process, detail can be found in web site www.epa.gov.tw The monitor contains par ts that could cause damage to the nature environment. Therefore, it is vital that the monitor is recycled at the end of its life cycle. For help and ser vice, please contact Consumers Information Center or F1rst Choice Contact Information Center in each countr y.
4 Installation 1. Place the monitor face down on a smooth surface. Pay attention to avoid scratching or damaging the screen.. 2. Hold the monitor and base with both hands. Gently bend the base ver tically down to a fixed angle. 2. Setting up the monitor 2.1 Installation Package contents EDFU CDMonitor Quick start guide VGA signal cable (optional) AC/DC Adapter 2010 Koninklijke Philips Electronics, N.V. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication i s a violation of applicable laws. Made and printed in China. Version M2234CLE1T Q70G23C1813 2AMonitor drivers Quick Setup Guide SmartControl software Monitor 234CL2 स्थापना जोड़ें अर्गोनोमिक एडजस्ट करेंConnexionक्विक स्टार्ट गाइड
5 Connecting to your PC DC power input HDMI audio output VGA input HDMI input Connect to PC 1. Turn off your computer and unplug its power cord. 2. Connect the VGA signal cable or your HDMI cable for video connection. 3. Connect the HDMI audio output to your external stereo amplifier if needed. 4. Connect the DC power input to your monitor. 5. Plug the power cord of the AC/DC adapter into a nearby AC power outlet. 6. Turn on your computer and monitor. If the monitor displays images, the installation is done. 2.2 Operating the monitor Front view product description To access OSD menu /OK. To use the Turbo function /Return to previous OSD level. To switch monitor's power on and off. To adjust HDMI audio volume /To adjust the OSD menu. Smar tImage. There are 6 modes to be selected: Office, Photo, Movie, Game, Economy, Off /To adjust the OSD menu.
6 Description of the On Screen Display What is On-Screen Display (OSD)? On-Screen Display (OSD) is a feature in all Philips Monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen performance or select functions of the monitors directly through an on-screen instruction window. A user friendly on screen display interface is shown as below: Back OK Color OSD Settings Audio Language Picture Setup Monitor Setup Input HDMI VGA Input Basic and simple instruction on the control keys In the OSD shown above, users can press buttons at the front bezel of the monitor to move the cursor, or press OK to confirm the choice or adjustment. 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. Main menu Sub menu Auto Input VGA HDMI Picture Wide screen, 4:3 0~100 0~100 On, Off On, Off 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 Picture Format Brightness Contrast SmartResponse SmartContrast Gamma OSD Settings 0~100 0~100 Off, 1, 2, 3, 4 5, 10, 20, 30, 60 Horizontal Vertical Transparency OSD Time out Setup 0~100 On, Off Yes, No 0~1000, 1, 2, 3, 4 On, Off H. Position V. Position Power LED Over Scan Resolution Notification Reset Information Language English Español, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Português, 簡体中文,Türkçe Color 5000K, 6500K, 7500K, 8200K, 9300K, 11500K Red: 0~100 Green: 0~100 Blue: 0~100 Color Temperature sRGB User Define Audio On, OffOn, Off Stand Alone Mute 0~100 0~100 Phase Clock
7 Resolution notification This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an aler t is displayed on screen: Use 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz for best results. Display of the native resolution aler t can be switched off from Setup in the OSD (On Screen Display) menu. Physical Function Tilt 14 -3
8 3. Product information 3.1 SmartImage What is it? Smar tImage provides presets that optimize display for different types of content, dynamically adjusting brightness, contrast, color and sharpness in real time. Whether you're working with text applications, displaying images or watching a video, Philips Smar tImage delivers great optimized monitor performance. Why do I need it? You want a monitor that delivers optimized display all your favorite types of content, Smar tImage software dynamically adjust brightness, contrast, color and sharpness in real time to enhance your monitor viewing experience. How does it work? Smar tImage is an exclusive, leading edge Philips technology that analyzes the content displayed on your screen. Based on a scenario you select, Smar tImage dynamically enhances the contrast, color saturation and sharpness of images to enhance the contents being displayed - all in real time with the press of a single button. How to enable SmartImage? 1. Press to launch the Smar tImage on screen display. 2. Keep pressing to toggle between Office, Photo, Movie, Game, Economy and Off. 3. The Smar tImage on screen display will remain on screen for 5 seconds, or you can also press "OK" to make confirmation. 4. When Smar tImage is enabled, the sRGB scheme is disabled automatically. To use sRGB, you need to disable Smar tImage with the button at the front bezel of your monitor. Except using key to scroll down, you can also press buttons to choose and press “OK” to confirm selection and close the Smar tImage OSD. There are six modes to select: Office, Photo, Movie, Game, Economy and Off. • Office: Enhances text and dampens brightness to increase readability and reduce eye strain. This mode significantly enhances readability and productivity when you’re working with spreadsheets, PDF files, scanned ar ticles or other general office applications. • Photo: This profile combines color saturation, dynamic contrast and sharpness enhancement to display photos and other images with outstanding clarity in vibrant colors - all without ar tifacts and faded colors. • Movie: Ramped up luminance, deepened color saturation, dynamic contrast and razor sharpness displays ever y details in darker areas of your videos without color washout in brighter areas maintaining a dynamic natural values for the ultimate video display.