Philips 2.31E+03 - Manuals

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) A: Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select the desired resolution under Windows® Control Panel with the "Display properties" . Q: What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments? A: Simp...

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) d. Gamma; The five settings are 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4, and 2.6. *A measurement of the color of light radiated by an object while it is being heated. This measurement is expressed in terms of absolute scale, (degrees Kelvin). Lower Kevin temperatures such as 2004K are r...

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) system. Please contact your Philips sales representative for more information. Q: Are Philips LCD monitors Plug-and-Play? A: Yes, the monitors are Plug-and-Play compatible with Windows® 95, 98, 2000, XP and Vista. Q: What is USB (Universal Serial Bus)? A: Think of U...

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 that a product complies with the relevant Euro...

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 problem still persists after you have tried these solutions, contact Phi...

Troubleshooting Imaging Problems Display position is incorrect ● Press the Auto button. ● Adjust the image position using the Phase/Clock of Setup in OSD Main Controls. Image vibrates on the screen ● Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the graphics board or PC. Vertical flicker appe...

Troubleshooting An after-image remains after the power has been turned off. ● 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 remains ● Th...

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 Communicatio...

Regulatory Information RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE 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 applianc...

Regulatory Information - TCO'99, TCO'03 (Requirement for Environment Labelling of Ergonomics, Energy, Ecology and Emission, TCO: Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees) for TCO versions RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Energy Star Declaration This monitor is equipped with a function for saving ene...

Regulatory Information ● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ● Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician fo...

Regulatory Information 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...

Regulatory Information The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a three-prong socket). All equipment that works together (computer, monitor, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply source. The phasing conductor of the room's electrical installa...

Regulatory Information Damit Ihr Monitor immer den in der Zulassung geforderten Werten entspricht, ist darauf zu achten, daß 1. Reparaturen nur durch Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden. 2. nur original-Ersatzteile verwendet werden. 3. bei Ersatz der Bildröhre nur eine bauartgleiche eingebaut wird. Aus...

Regulatory Information 2. Fit new fuse which should be a BS 1362 5A,A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. 3. Refit the fuse cover. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate 3-pin plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug contains a fuse, this shou...

Regulatory Information China RoHS 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 including CRT and LCD monitor which are produced and sold for Ch...

Other Related Information • Safety and Troubleshooting • FAQs • Troubleshooting • Regulatory Information • Information for Users in the U.S • Information for Users Outside the U.S Other Related Information Information for Users in the U. S. For units set at 115 V : Use a UL Listed Cord Set consistin...

About This Manual • About This Guide • Notational Descriptions About This Manual About This Guide This electronic user's guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips LCD Monitor. It describes the LCD monitor's features, setup, operation and other important information. Its contents are identica...

About This Manual 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 f...

Product Information • Your LCD Monitor • Smartimage • SmartContrast • Lead-free Product • Technical Specifications • Resolution & Preset Modes • Philips Pixel Defect Policy • Automatic Power Saving • Physical Specification • Pin Assignment • Product Views • Physical Function • SmartManage & ...

Product Information 1. Office Work: 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 articles or other general office applications. 2. Image View...

Product Information How does it work? When you active SmartContrast which will analysis the content you are displaying in real time to adjust colors and control backlight intensity. This function can obviously enhance contrast in dynamic for more entertainment fun when viewing videos or playing game...

Product Information • Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz - 83 kHz VIDEO • Video dot rate 170 MHz • Input impedance - Video 75 ohm - Sync 2.2K ohm • Input signal levels 0.7 Vpp • Sync input signal Separate sync Composite sync Sync on green • Sync polarities Positive and negative * This data is subject to ch...

Product Information A. Maximum Resolution - For 231E1 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (analog input) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (digital input"option") B. Recommended Resolution - For 231E1 1. 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (analog input) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (DVI input"option") 15 factory preset modes: H. fre...

Product Information Video display capabilities 480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p(Supports HDCP) RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Automatic Power Saving 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 us...

Product Information • Relative humidity 20% to 80% • System MTBF 50K hours (CCFL 50K hours) * This data is subject to change without notice. The native resolution of the monitor is 1920 x 1080. By default, your monitor has 100% brightness (max.), 50% contrast, and 6500K color temperature, with a ful...

Product Information Pin No. Assignment Pin No. Assignment 1 Red video input 9 DDC + 5 V 2 Green video input/SOG 10 Logic ground 3 Blue video input 11 Ground 4 Sense (GND) 12 Serial data line (SDA) 5 Cable detect (GND) 13 H. Sync / H+V. Sync 6 Red video ground 14 V. Sync 7 Green video ground 15 Data ...

Product Information Tilt RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/songaiyu/PHILIPS/231E1/PHILIPS-231E1%20%20090423/lcd/manual/ENGLISH/PRODUCT/product/product.htm (10 of 10)2009/4/23 上午 09:20:17

Philips Pixel Defect Policy • Product Features • Technical Specifications • Resolution & Preset Modes • Automatic Power Saving • Physical Specification • Pin Assignment • Product Views Philips Pixel Defect Policy Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Philips strives to deliver the hig...

Philips Pixel Defect Policy 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. Bright Dot Defects Bright dot defects appear as pixels or sub pixels that are ...

Philips Pixel Defect Policy One dark sub pixel Two or three adjacent dark sub pixels Proximity of Pixel Defects Because pixel and sub pixels defects of the same type that are near to one another may be more noticeable, Philips also specifies tolerances for the proximity of pixel defects. Pixel Defec...

Philips Pixel Defect Policy Distance between two black dot defects* >15mm Total black dot defects of all types 5 TOTAL DOT DEFECTS ACCEPTABLE LEVEL MODEL 231E1 Total bright or black dot defects of all types 5 Note: * 1 or 2 adjacent sub pixel defects = 1 dot defect RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:...

SmartManage Philips SmartControl II and SmartManage Lite is a solution joint developed by Philips and Portrait Display, Inc. Philips SmartControl II SmartControl II is monitor-based software with an easy-to-use on-screen graphic interface that guides you through fine-tuning resolution, color calibra...

SmartManage 2. Installer – Install Shield Legal ● Choose "I accept" for installation process. ● Cancel prompts user if you want to cancel installation. file:///D|/songaiyu/PHILIPS/231E1/PHILIPS-231E1%20%20090423/lcd/manual/ENGLISH/PRODUCT/product/SMART.HTM (4 of 26)2009/4/23 上午 09:20:46

SmartManage 3. Installer – Install Shield Program Files ● Check the box if you wants to install SmartManage Lite Asset Management services. Personal user usually not need to active this function.Read SmartManage section in this manual before you choose SmartManage Lite function . file:///D|/songaiyu...

SmartManage 4. Installer – Installation Process ● Follow the instruction and complete the installation. ● You can launch after installation complete. ● If you want to launch later, you can either click the shortcut on desktop or toolbar. file:///D|/songaiyu/PHILIPS/231E1/PHILIPS-231E1%20%20090423/lc...

SmartManage Start to use: 1. First launch –Wizard ● The first time after installation of SmartControl II, 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 late...

SmartManage 2. Start with Standard pane: Adjust menu: ● Adjust Menu allow 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. Tab Heading Sub Menu Display in Analog Displ...

SmartManage 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. To return to Color home pane, click the Cancel button. 5. Enable color calibration - by default is on. If unchecked, does not a...

SmartManage ● Click on Yes button takes user to secure web site landing page. After creating PIN, the Theft Deterrence pane will indicate Theft Deterrence Enabled and provide PIN Options button: 1. Theft Deterrence Enabled is displayed. 2. Disable Theft opens pane screen on next page. 3. PIN Options...

SmartManage 1. Display the Source instruction pane and current input source setting. 2. On single input displays, this pane will not be visible. 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 H...

SmartManage The Context Menu has four entries: 1. SmartControll II - When selected the About Screen is displayed. 2. Select Preset - Provides a hierarchical menu of saved presets for immediate use. A check mark shows the currently selected preset. Facoty Preset can also be called from the drop down ...

SmartManage 3. Check for Update - takes the user to PDI Landing and checks the user's version against the most current available. 4. About - Displays detailed reference information: product version, release information, and product name. 5. Exit - Close SmartControll II. To run SmartControll II agai...

Installing Your LCD Monitor • Front View Produt Description • Connecting to Your PC • The Base • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Installing Your LCD Monitor Front View Product Description 1 To switch monitor's power On and Off 2 To access the OSD menu 3 To adjust the OSD menu 4 Change to 4:...

Installing Your LCD Monitor Rear View 1 VGA input 2 DVI-D input (option) 3 AC power input 4 Kensington anti-thief lock RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Optimizing Performance ● For best performance, ensure that your display settings are set at 1920x1080, 60Hz. Note: You can check the current display settin...

Connecting to Your PC • Front View Product Description • Accessory Pack • Connecting to Your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance • The base Connecting to Your PC Accessory Pack Unpack all the parts. Power cord DVI cable (option) VGA cable EDFU pack RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Connecting to Y...

Connecting to Your PC 1) Connect the power cord to the back of the monitor firmly. (Philips has pre-connected VGA cable for the first installation. file:///D|/songaiyu/PHILIPS/231E1/PHILIPS-231E1%20%20090423/lcd/manual/ENGLISH/PRODUCT/install/connect.htm (2 of 3)2009/4/23 上午 09:21:07

Connecting to Your PC 2) Connect to PC (a) Turn off your computer and unplug its power cable. (b) Connect the monitor signal cable to the video connector on the back of your computer. (c) Plug the power cord of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet. (d) Turn on your computer and monito...

The Base • Front View Product Description • Accessory Pack • Connecting to your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance • Attach the Base Stand • Detach the Base Stand The Base Attach the Base Stand 1) Place the monitor face down on a smooth surface taking care to avoid scratching or damaging ...

The Base RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Detach the Base Stand Place the monitor face on a safe surface, push down on the release button and pull the base stand away from the monitor body. file:///D|/songaiyu/PHILIPS/231E1/PHILIPS-231E1%20%20090423/lcd/manual/ENGLISH/PRODUCT/install/base.htm (2 of 3)2009/...

Getting Started Your LCD Monitor : • Front View Product Description • Setting Up and Connecting Your Monitor • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Getting Started Getting Started Use the information file ( .inf) for Windows® 98/2000/XP/Vista or later The built-in VESA DDC2B feature in Philips M...

Getting Started 7. Select 'Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver', then click on 'Next' and then click on 'Have disk...'. 8. Click on the 'Browse...' button then select the appropriate drive F: ( CD-ROM Drive). 9. Click on the 'Open' button, then ...

On-Screen Display • Description of the On-Screen Display • The OSD Tree On-Screen Display Description of the On Screen Display What is the On-Screen Display? On-Screen Display (OSD) is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen performance or select functions of th...

On-Screen Display the cursor, to confirm the choice or change. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE The OSD Tree 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. file:///D|/songaiyu/PHIL...

On-Screen Display *DVI Input ( available for selective models ) Resolution notification This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1920X1080@60Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an alert is displayed on screen: Use 1920x1080@60Hz for best re...

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Glossary Glossary A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A Active matrix This is a kind of liquid crystal display structure in which switching transistors are attached to each pixel to control the on/off voltage. It produces a brighter and sharper display with a broader viewing angle th...

Glossary Contrast The luminance variation between light and dark areas in an image. Contrast ratio The ratio of luminance between the brightest white pattern and the darkest black pattern. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE D D-SUB A VGA Analog input connector. Your monitor comes with a D-Sub cable. Digital ...

Glossary RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE E Energy Star Computers Program An energy conservation program launched by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), promotes the manufacture and marketing of energy-efficient office automation equipment. Companies joining this program, must be willing to commi...

Glossary Such a series may be made up of steps, which appear to be equally distant from one another. If the Analog/ Digital converter is 8 bit, then the monitor can display at most 2 8 = 256 levels. For a color monitor, R.G.B. each color hads 256 levels. Thus, total color can display is 256x256x256=...

Glossary Luminance A measure of the brightness or luminous intensity of light, usually expressed in units of Candelas per square meter (cd/m2) or foot Lamberts. 1 fL=3.426 cd/m2. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE N Nit A unit of luminance equal to 1 cd/m2 or 0.292 ftL. P Pixel PICture Element; the smallest ...

Glossary Refresh rate The number of times per second the screen is refreshed or redrawn. This number is usually stated in Hz (Hertz) or cycles per second. A rate of 60 Hz is equal to 60 tomes per second. S SmartContrast Unique technology that dynamically analyzes displayed content and automatically ...

Glossary SmartManage Lite SmartManage Lite is a system for monitoring, managing and checking status of display devices designed to meet the specific needs of growing small and medium-size businesses that minimizes costs and maximizes IT staff efficiency by remotely controlling key display settings, ...

Glossary TrueVision TrueVision is industry-leading, proprietary Philips testing and algorithm technology for monitor adjustment and fine tuning, an extensive process that ensures ultimate display performance in compliance with a standard four-times more stringent than Microsoft's Vista requirements ...

Glossary Attachment points are referred to as ports. Each hub converts a single attachment point into multiple attachment points. The architecture supports concatenation of multiple hubs. The upstream port of a hub connects the hub towards the host. Each of the other downstream ports of a hub allows...

Glossary Downstream The direction of data flow from the host or away from the host. A downstream port is the port on a hub electrically farthest from the host that generates downstream data traffic from the hub. Downstream ports receive upstream data traffic. Upstream The direction of data flow towa...

Download and Print • Installing your LCD monitor driver • Download and Printing Instructions Download and Print Installing Your LCD monitor driver System requirements: ● PC running Windows 95, Windows® 98, Windows® 2000 , Windows® Me, Windows® XP, Windows® Vista or later ● Find your driver ".inf...

Download and Print 'source', choose 'source'). Printing instructions: To print the manual: With the manual file open, follow your printer's instructions and print the pages you need. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE file:///D|/songaiyu/PHILIPS/231E1/PHILIPS-231E1%20%20090423/lcd/manual/ENGLISH/download/dow...