Philips Bdl3221vs User Manual

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: How do LCDs compare to CRTs in terms of radiation?
A: Because LCDs do not use an electron gun, they do not generate the same \
amount 
of radiation at the screen surface.
 
 
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Compatibility with other Peripherals
Q:
 Can I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac?
A: Yes. All Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PCs, M\
acs and 
workstations. You may need a cable adapter to connect the monitor to you\
r Mac...

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
set up to install peripherals. No need to go through the reverse process\
 to unplug a 
device. Bottom line: USB transforms todays Plug-and-Pray into true Pl\
ug-and-Play!
Please refer to glossary for more information about USB.
 
Q: What is a USB hub ? 
A: A USB hub provides additional connections to the Universal Serial Bus. \
A hubs 
upstream port connects a hub to the host, usually a PC. Multiple downstr\
eam ports in 
a hub allows connection to another hub or...

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
A: Polarization is basically directing light to shine in one direction. Li\
ght is 
electromagnetic waves. Electric and magnetic fields oscillate in a direc\
tion 
perpendicular to the propagation of the light beam. The direction of the\
se fields is 
called the polarization direction. Normal or non-polarized light has f\
ields in several 
directions; polarized light has a field in only one direction.
 
Q: What differentiates passive matrix LCDs from active matrix...

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
crystal. When each cell is connected with electrodes and impressed with \
voltage, the 
molecular structure of the liquid crystal is altered and controls the am\
ount of inlet 
lighting to display images. A TFT LCD has several advantages over a CRT,\
 since it 
can be very thin and no flickering occurs because it does not use the sc\
anning 
method.
 
Q: Why is vertical frequency of 60Hz optimal for an LCD monitor?
A: Unlike a CDT monitor, the TFT LCD panel has a fixed...

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
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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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...

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Safety and Troubleshooting • FAQs • Common Problems • Audio Problems • Video 
Problems • Remote Control Problems • Product Specific Problems • OSD Warning Message 
• Regulatory Information • Other Related Information
This page deals with problems that can be corrected by the user. If the \
problem still persists after 
you have tried these solutions, contact your nearest Philips dealer.
Common Problems 
SymptomsHaving this 
problem?Check these items
No Video/ Power 
LED...

Troubleshooting
Shaky/Jittery VideoWavy picture or 
fine movementl     Auto adjust image through Menu -> Image 
Setting -> Auto Adjust
l     Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD 
l     Perform the LCD Monitor factory reset (via 
Menu -> Factory Reset -> All Settings) 
l     Check environmental factors 
l     Relocate and test in other room
Missing Pixels LCD screen has 
spots
l     Cycle power on-off 
l     These are pixels that are permanently off and 
is a natural defect that occurs in LCD...

Troubleshooting
Horizontal/Vertical 
LinesScreen has one or 
more linesl     Perform the LCD Monitor reset 
l     Auto adjust image through Menu -> Image 
Setting -> Auto Adjust
l     Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD
l     Check for bent or broken pins in the video 
cable connector
Note: When operating in DVI mode, the 
Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are 
not available.
Sync Problems Screen is 
scrambled or 
appears torn
l     Perform the LCD Monitor reset 
l     Push Auto Adjust button 
l...

Troubleshooting
No soundNo sound output 
when a program 
with sound was 
playing
l     Ensure that the audio cables are firmly 
connected to both the audio input connectors 
on your the LCD Monitor and audio output 
connectors on your PC or Video player.
Video Problems
No Video
No signal indicator 
is displayed.
l     Check Video Input Selection
m     Composite: Yellow colored RCA jack
m     S-Video: Typically a round 4 pin jack
m     Component: Typically 3 RCA jacks of 
Green, Red and Blue. 
l     Make...

Troubleshooting
Screen image is too 
smallImage is centered 
on screen, but 
does not fill entire 
viewing areal     Perform the LCD Monitor factory reset (via 
Menu -> Factory Reset -> All Settings).
Cannot adjust the 
LCD Monitor with 
the buttons at the 
side of the unit OSD does not 
appear on the 
screen
l     Turn the LCD Monitor off and unplug the 
power cord and then plug back and power on.
For further assistance, refer to the Consumer Information Centers list and contact your local 
Philips...