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Table of Contents 1. 1.1 1.2 1.3 Important ......................................................... 1 Safety precautions and maintenance............... 1 Notational Descriptions ......................................... 2 Disposal of product and packing material.... 3 2. 2.1 2.2 2.3 Setting up the monitor .................................. 4 Installation ....................................................................... 4 Operating the monitor ...........................................
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. • missing, please contact with your local service center. (Please refer to Customer Care Consumer Information Center) Do not subject the monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions during operation.
1. Important Important information for Burn-in/Ghost image 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: • Always activate a moving screen saver program when you leave your monitor unattended.
1. Important 1.3 Disposal of product and packing material Recycling Information for Customers Your display is manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused. To learn more about our recycling program please visit www.philips.com/about/sustainability/recycling.
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 241P4LRY www.philips.com/welcome Quick klijke © 2011 Konin M3 241 PQ 1 Q 5B.1 EQ01.001 Start p Phili r es ed l Al in . V. Ch ,N ics ina .
2. Setting up the monitor Connecting to your PC 2.2 Operating the monitor 3 9 Kensington anti-theft lock VGA input DVI-D input Display port Audio input AC power input Zero power Switch USB downstream USB upstream Earphone jack 7 6 5 4 2 1 Front view product description Switch monitor’s power on and off. Access the OSD menu. Adjust the OSD menu. Connect to PC ErgoSensor. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Connect the power cord to the back of the montior firmly.
2. Setting up the monitor The OSD Menu Description of the On Screen Display 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 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 Height adjustment This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1920×1080@60Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an alert is displayed on screen: Use 1920×1080@60Hz for best results. Display of the native resolution alert can be switched off from Setup in the OSD (On Screen Display) menu.
2. Setting up the monitor Note This monitor accepts a 100mm x 100mm VESA-Compliant mounting interface. 2.3 Remove base stand and base Remove the base Condition: • For VESA standard mounting applications 100mm 1. Extend the monitor base to its maximum height. 100mm 2. Place the monitor face down on a smooth surface, taking care to avoid scratching or damaging the screen. Then lift the monitor stand. 3. While keeping the release button pressed, tilt the base and slide it out.
3. Image Optimization How to enable SmartImage? 3. Image Optimization 3.1 SmartImage What is it? SmartImage 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 SmartImage delivers great optimized monitor performance. 1. Press to launch the SmartImage on screen display; 2.
3. Image Optimization There are six modes to be selected: Office, Photo, Movie, Game, Economy and Off. 3.2 SmartContrast What is it? Unique technology that dynamically analyzes displayed content and automatically optimizes a 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.
3. Image Optimization 3.3 SmartSaturate 3.4 SmartSharpness What is it? What is it? Smart technology that controls color saturation, the degree to which one on screen color is blended in neighboring colors, to deliver rich and vibrant images for more entertainment fun when you are viewing videos. Smart technology that enhances sharpness when you need it for ultimate display performance and more entertainment fun when you are viewing videos or photos.
3. Image Optimization First launch -Wizard • The first time after installation of SmartControl Premium, it will automatically go to Wizard for first time launch. • The wizard will guide you through adjustment your monitor performance step by step. • You can go to Plug-in menu to launch wizard later on as well. • You can adjust more options without wizard by Standard pane. 3.
3. Image Optimization Start with Standard pane: Adjust menu: • Adjust Menu allows you to adjust Brightness, Contrast, Focus, Position and Resolution. • You can follow the instruction and do the adjustment. • Cancel prompts user if you want to cancel installation.
3. Image Optimization Color menu: • Color Menu allows you to adjust RGB, Black Level, White Point, Display Gamma, Color Calibration, and SmartImage (Please refer to SmartImage section). • You can follow the instruction and do the adjustment. • Refer to below table for sub-menu item base on your input. • Example for Color Calibration 1. "Show Me" starts color calibration tutorial. 2. Start - starts the 6-step color calibration sequence. 3. Quick View loads the before/after images. 4.
3. Image Optimization ECO Power First color Calibration Screen: • • • • Previous button is disabled until the second color screen. Next goes to the succeeding target (6-targets). Final next goes File>Presets pane. Cancel closes the UI and returns to the plug in page. SmartImage Allow users to change setting for better display setting based on content. When Entertainment is set, SmartContrast and SmartResponse are enabled.
3. Image Optimization To enable Theft Deterrence, clicking Enable Theft Deterrence Mode button brings up the following screen: • User can enter PIN between 4 and 9 digits numbers only. • After entering PIN, Accept button takes user to the pop-up dialog box on the following page. • Minimum minutes set to 5. Slider set to 5 by default. • Does not require the display be attached to a different host to go into Theft Deterrence mode.
3. Image Optimization Options>Audio - Will only be active when selecting Volume from the drop-down Options menu. On a non-supported display capable of DDC/CI, only the Help and Options tabs are available. Options>Input - Will only be active when selecting Input from the drop-down Options menu. On a non-supported display capable of DDC/CI, only the Help and Options tabs are available. All other SmartControl Premium tabs are not available.
3. Image Optimization Help>User Manual - Will only be active when selecting User Manual from the drop-down Help menu. On a non-supported display capable of DDC/CI, only the Help and Options tabs are available. Context Sensitive menu The Context Sensitive menu is Enabled by default. If Enable Context Menu has been checked in the Options>Preferences pane, then the menu will be visible. Help>Version - Will only be active when selecting Version from the drop- down Help menu.
3. Image Optimization Task Tray Menu Enabled The task tray menu can be displayed by rightclicking on the SmartControl Premium icon from the task tray. Left Click will launch the application. Task Tray Menu Disabled When the Task Tray is disabled in the preference folder, only the EXIT selection is available. To completely remove SmartControl Premium from the task tray, disable Run at Startup in Options>Preferences. Note All the illustrations in this section are for reference only.
3. Image Optimization 3.6 SmartDesktop Guide Drag and Drop Windows SmartDesktop Once the partitions are configured and Align to partition is selected a window can be dragged into the region and it will automatically align. When the window and mouse cursor are within the region, the region will become highlighted. SmartDesktop is in SmartControl Premium. Install SmartControl Premium and select SmartDesktop from Options.
3. Image Optimization 2. Desktop Partition – Desktop Partition shows the current selected partition and allows the user to quickly change to any of the partitions shown in the drop down. Title Bar Options Desktop partition can be accessed from the title bar of the active window. This provides a quick and easy way to manage the desktop as well as sending any window to any partition without having to drag and drop. Move the cursor into the active window’s title bar to access the drop down menu.
3. Image Optimization Task Tray Right Click Left Click Menu The task tray also contains most of the features supported in the title bar (with the exception of automatically sending a window to any partition). Left click on the Desktop Partition icon to quickly send the active window to any partition without having to drag and drop. Releasing the mouse will send the window to the highlighted partition.
3. Image Optimization SmartDesktop Partition Definitions Name Full Desktop Description Applies all settings to the entire desktop. Vertical Assesses the screen resolution and divides the display into two evenly sized vertical regions. For 90/270 maintain vertical configuration. Horizontal Assesses the screen resolution and divides the display into two evenly sized horizontal regions. For 90/270 maintain horizontal configuration.
3. Image Optimization Name Horizontal Split Top Description Assesses the screen resolution and divides the display into two evenly sized horizontal regions, the top region is single, the bottom region is spilt into two evenly sized regions For 90 Partition 1 on right side Vertical Partition 2&3 on left side Vertical. For 270 Partition 1 on left side Vertical Partition 2&3 on right side Vertical.
4. ErgoSensor 4. ErgoSensor Philips ErgoSensor is an innovative technology that advises users on how to sit in an ergonomically correct position at their computer. It uses a built-in sensor in the monitor to sense and measure the user’s behavior in terms of presence, posture and usage and then gives feedback for corrective actions. Hot Key Setting You can turn the Philips ErgoSensor On or Off, and turn demo mode On with a simple button on the bezel.
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5. Technical Specification Power (241P4LRY) On mode On mode (ECO mode) (typical) Energy Consumption (EnergyStar 5.0 test method) Normal Operation (typical) Sleep (typical) Off Heat Dissipation* Normal Operation Sleep (typical) Off Power LED indicator Power Supply Dimension Product with stand (WxHxD) Product without stand (WxHxD) Box dimension (WxHxD) Weight Product with stand Product without stand Product with packaging Operating Condition Temperature range Relative humidity Altitude MTBF 25.9W(typ.
5. Technical Specification Environmental ROHS EPEAT EnergyStar Packaging Specific Substances Compliance and standards Regulatory Approvals Cabinet Color Finish YES Gold. (www.epeat.net) 5.0 100% recyclable PVC BFR free housing BSMI, CE Mark, FCC Class B, GOST, SEMKO, TCO Certified Edge, UL/cUL, ISO9241-307, TUV-GS, TUV-Ergo Black/Silver Texture Note 1. EPEAT Gold or Silver is valid only where Philips registers the product. Please visit www.epeat.net for registration status in your country. 2.
5. Technical Specification 5.1 Resolution & Preset Modes Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (analog input) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (digital input) Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (digital input) H. freq (kHz) 31.47 37.88 48.36 54.00 44.77 47.78 49.70 60.00 63.89 47.71 55.47 55.94 75.00 64.67 65.29 66.59 74.04 67.
6. Power Management 6. Power Management 6.1 Automatic PowerSaving 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.
7. Regulatory Information 7. Regulatory Information Lead-free Product • Lead free display promotes environmentally sound recovery and disposal of waste from electrical and electronic equipment. Toxic substances like Lead has been eliminated and compliance with European community’s stringent RoHs directive mandating restrictions on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment have been adhered to in order to make Philips monitors safe to use throughout its life cycle.
7. Regulatory Information EPEAT (www.epeat.net) • “The EPEAT (Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool) program evaluates computer desktops, laptops, and monitors based on 51 environmental criteria developed through an extensive stakeholder consensus process supported by US EPA. EPEAT system helps purchasers in the public and private sectors evaluate, compare and select desktop computers, notebooks and monitors based on their environmental attributes.
7. Regulatory Information FCC Declaration of Conformity Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Only) • • • • Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, 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.
7. Regulatory Information EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) Commission Federale de la Communication (FCC Declaration) • • • • Cet équipement a été testé et déclaré conforme auxlimites des appareils numériques de class B,aux termes de l'article 15 Des règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçues de façon à fourir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans le cadre d'une installation résidentielle.
7. Regulatory Information Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice North Europe (Nordic Countries) Information Placering/Ventilation VARNING: FÖRSÄKRA DIG OM ATT HUVUDBRYTARE OCH UTTAG ÄR LÄTÅTKOMLIGA, NÄR DU STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS. The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a threeprong socket). All equipment that works together (computer, monitor, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply source.
7. Regulatory Information Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland) China RoHS Der von uns gelieferte Farbmonitor entspricht den in der "Verordnung über den Schutz vor Schäden durch Röntgenstrahlen" festgelegten Vorschriften. The People's Republic of China released a regulation called "Management Methods for Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information Products" or commonly referred to as China RoHS. All products are produced and sold for China market have to meet China RoHS request.
8. Customer care and warranty 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. 8. Customer care and warranty 8.1 Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Philips strives to deliver the highest quality products. We use some of the industry's most advanced manufacturing processes and practice stringent quality control.
8. Customer care and warranty 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. Black Dot Defects Black dot defects appear as pixels or sub pixels that are always dark or 'off'. That is, a dark dot is a sub-pixel that stands out on the screen when the monitor displays a light pattern. These are the types of black dot defects.
8. Customer care and warranty 8.2 Customer Care & Warranty Customer Care & Warranty For warranty coverage information and additional support requirement valid for your region, please visit www.philips.com/support website for details. You may also contact your local Philips Customer Care Center number listed below. Contact Information for WESTERN EUROPE region: Country ASC Consumer care number Price Austria Siemens I&S +43 0810 000206 € 0.07 Belgium E Care +32 078 250851 € 0.
8. Customer care and warranty Contact Information for CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE region: Country Call center ASC Consumer care number Belarus NA IBA +375 17 217 3386 Bulgaria NA LAN Service +359 2 960 2360 Croatia NA Renoprom +385 1 333 0974 Czech Rep. NA Asupport 800 100 697 Estonia NA FUJITSU +372 6519900 NA Serware +36 1 2426331 NA Profi Service +36 1 814 8080 Hungary Latvia NA “ServiceNet LV” Ltd.
8. Customer care and warranty Contact Information for APMEA region: Country Australia Call center ASC Consumer care number NA AGOS NETWORK PTY LTD 1300 360 386 Bangladesh NA Distributor: Computer Source Ltd (warranty buy-out) 880-2-9141747, 9127592 880-2-8128848 / 52 Cambodia NA Distributor: Neat Technology Pte Ltd (Singapore) (warranty buy-out) 855-023-999992 Hong Kong / Macau NA Smart Pixels Technology Ltd.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs AUTO button doesn't function • The auto function is applicable only in VGAAnalog mode. If the result is not satisfactory, you can do manual adjustments via the OSD menu. 9. Troubleshooting & FAQs 9.1 Troubleshooting Note The Auto Function is not applicable in DVI-Digital mode as it is not necessary. 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.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs Horizontal flicker appears • • Green, red, blue, dark, and white dots appears on the screen • The remaining dots are normal characteristic of the liquid crystal used in today’s technology, Please refer the pixel policy for more detail. Adjust the image using the “Auto” function in OSD Main Controls. Eliminate the vertical bars using the Phase/ Clock of Setup in OSD Main Controls. It is valid only in VGA mode.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs 9.2 SmartControl Premium FAQs Q1: I change the monitor on a PC to a different one and the SmartControl Premium becomes un-usable, what do I do? Ans.: Restart your PC and see if SmartControl Premium can work. Otherwise, you will need to remove and re-install SmartControl Premium to ensure proper driver is installed. Q2.: The SmartControl Premium functions worked well before, but it does not work anymore, what can I do? Ans.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs Q5: I forgot my PIN for Theft Deterrence Function. What can I do? Ans.: Philips Service center has a right to ask for legitimate identification and authorization, in order to establish ownership of the monitor. Please note that the anti-theft deterrence function is provided as a convenient free option. Managing PIN numbers is the sole responsibility of the individual user or the organization who sets it.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs Q3: What are the .inf and .icm files on the CDROM? How do I install the drivers (.inf and .icm)? 9.3 General FAQs Q1: When I install my monitor what should I do if the screen shows 'Cannot display this video mode'? Ans.: These are the driver files for your monitor. Follow the instructions in your user manual to install the drivers. Your computer may ask you for monitor drivers (.inf and .icm files) or a driver disk when you first install your monitor.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs contact your Philips sales representative for more information. Q7: How should I clean the monitor surface? Ans.: For normal cleaning, use a clean, soft cloth. For extensive cleaning, please use isopropyl alcohol. Do not use other solvents such as ethyl alcohol, ethanol, acetone, hexane, etc. Q10: Are Philips monitors Plug-and- Play? Ans.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs Q8: What happens if I turn my monitor into portrait/ 90 degree mode? 9.4 ErgoSensor FAQs Q1: Will it work if I wear contact lenses and what if they are colored? Ans.: Yes. Ans.: ErgoSensor function will disable automatically if you turn the monitor. It will work only in the default landscape mode. Q2: Will it work if I wear dark glasses for some reason? Q9: Will it work if I turn the monitor away from my face? Ans.: No, it requires 2 x eyes to be clearly visible. Ans.
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs Q14: I cannot take a time-break now, I have lots of work. What happens in that case? Q20: The ErgoSensor module looks like a camera. Does it record anything? Can someone “see” me or “track” me? What about my privacy?!! Ans.: The sensor has detected you working for more than one hour. Once you get up from your chair, the sensor will reset itself and will re-start the count again once it detects you back on the seat. Time break is for your own good! Ans.
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