Page 2 - Safety and Troubleshooting Information; Safety precautions and maintenance; Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet.; Installation Locations
Safety and Troubleshooting Information Safety Precautions and Maintenance • Installation Locations • FAQs • Troubleshooting • Regulatory Information • Other Related Information Safety precautions and maintenance WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or procedures other than thosespecified in this do...
Page 4 - About This Manual; About This Guide; It includes the following sections:; Notational Descriptions; Notes, Cautions and Warnings
About This Manual About This Guide • Notational Descriptions About This Guide This electronic user's guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips LCD Monitor. It describes the LCDmonitor's features, setup, operation and other important information. Its contents are identical to theinformation i...
Page 5 - RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE
CAUTION: This icon indicates information that tells you how to avoid either potentialdamage to hardware or loss of data. WARNING: This icon indicates the potential for bodily harm and tells you how toavoid the problem. Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may not be accompanied by an ic...
Page 6 - Product Features; Embedded Power Supply; Technical Specifications*
Product Information Product Features • Technical Specifications • Resolution & Preset Modes • Philips Pixel Defect Policy • Automatic Power Saving • Physical Specification • Pin Assignment • Product Views • Physical Function Product Features 150S4FG / 150S4FB Embedded Power Supply 15-inch color ...
Page 7 - * This data is subject to change without notice.; Resolution & Preset Modes
VIDEO • Video dot rate 80 MHz • Input impedance - Video 75 ohm - Sync 2K ohm • Input signal levels 700m Vpp • Sync input signal Separate sync Composite syncSync on Green • Sync polarities Positive and negative • Input Frequency XGA Hsync 48- 61 kHz, Vsync 60 - 76 Hz (N.I.)SVGA Hsync 35- 50 kHz, Vsyn...
Page 8 - 4 user definable modes; 4 factory preset modes:; Resolution; Automatic Power Saving; Power Management Definition; ON
14 user definable modes 14 factory preset modes: H. freq (kHz) Resolution V. freq (Hz) 31.469 640*350 70.086 31.469 720*400 70.087 31.469 640*480 59.940 35.000 640*480 67.000 37.861 640*480 72.809 37.500 640*480 75.000 35.156 800*600 56.250 37.879 800*600 60.317 48.077 800*600 72.188 46.875 800*600 ...
Page 9 - PHILIPS; Physical Specifications; Pin Assignment
Stand-by Blanked No Yes < 1W Amber Suspend Blanked Yes No < 1W Amber OFF Blanked No No < 1W Amber This monitor is E NERGY S TAR ® compliant. A s an E NERGY S TAR ® P artner, PHILIPS has determined that this product meets the E NERGY S TAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency. RETURN TO TOP OF...
Page 10 - Product Views; Front View Product Description; Physical Function
Pin No. Assignment Pin No. Assignment 1 Red video input 9 DDC +5V 2 Green video input 10 Logic ground 3 Blue video input 11 Identical output - connectedto pin 10 4 Identical output - connectedto pin 10 12 Serial data line (SDA) 5 Cable detect 13 H. Sync / H+V 6 Red video ground 14 V. Sync 7 Green vi...
Page 11 - Tilt
Tilt RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Product Information file:///D|/B/english/150s4fgb/product/product.htm (6 of 6) [11/8/2002 2:32:34 PM]
Page 12 - Your LCD Monitor; UP and DOWN buttons are used when adjusting the OSD of your monitor
Installing your LCD Monitor Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Connecting to Your PC • The Base • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Front View Product Description UP and DOWN buttons are used when adjusting the OSD of your monitor LEFT and RIGHT buttons, like the UP and DOWN ...
Page 13 - Optimizing Performance; You can also install the
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Optimizing Performance For best performance, ensure that your display settings are set at 1024x768@60Hz (for14"/15") or1280x1024, 60Hz (for17"/18"). ● Note: You can check the current display settings by pressing the 'OK' button once. Go into the Product Info...
Page 14 - Description of the On Screen Display; Basic and simple instruction on the control keys.; The OSD Tree
On-Screen Display Description of the On-Screen Display • The OSD Tree Description of the On Screen Display What is the On-Screen Display? This is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors. It allows an end user to adjust screen performance of themonitors directly though an on-screen instruction window. ...
Page 17 - Customer Care & Warranty
Customer Care & Warranty PLEASE SELECT YOUR COUNTRY/AREA TO REVIEW DETAILS OF YOUR WARRANTYCOVERAGE WESTERN EUROPE: Austria • Belgium • Cyprus • Denmark • France • Germany • Greece • Finland • Ireland • Italy • Luxembourg • the Netherlands • Norway • Portugal • Sweden •Switzerland • Spain • Unit...
Page 18 - A B
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 C Color temperature A way of describing the color of a radiating source in terms of the temperature (in degrees Kelvin) of a blackbody radiating with the same dominant frequency as the source. Most Philips monitors offer the possibility of...
Page 19 - Energy Star Computers Programme; LCD Liquid Crystal Display; USB or Universal Serial Bus; A smart plug for PC peripherals.
E Energy Star Computers Programme An energy conservation programme launched by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with theprimary aim of promoting the manufacture and marketing of energy-efficient office automation equipment.Companies joining this programme must be willing to commit themse...
Page 21 - Vertical refresh rate
Upstream The direction of data flow towards the host. An upstream port is the port on a device electrically closest tothe host that generates upstream data traffic from the hub. Upstream ports receive downstream data traffic. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE V Vertical refresh rate Expressed in Hz, it is t...
Page 22 - Installing your LCD monitor driver; Installing Your LCD monitor driver; Adobe®; Download instructions:; To download the file:; Download
Download and Print Installing your LCD monitor driver • Download and Printing Instructions • Installing FPadjust Program Installing Your LCD monitor driver System requirements: PC running Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000 , Windows Me, Windows XP or later ● Find your driver ".inf/.icm/.cat...
Page 23 - Installing FPadjust Program; To install; Exit your browser and install the FPadjust Program.
1. With the manual file open, follow your printer's instructions and print the pages you need. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Installing FPadjust Program The FP Adjust program generates alignment patterns which will help you adjust monitor settings such asCONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL P...
Page 24 - General FAQs; Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC; Go to your Windows Start menu. Select
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Safety and Troubleshooting • General FAQs • Screen Adjustments • Compatibility with Other Peripherals • LCD Panel Technology • Ergonomics, Ecology and Safety Standards • Troubleshooting • Regulatory Information • Other Related Information General FAQs Q: When I inst...
Page 25 - AUTO adjustment
Q: What does 'refresh rate' mean in connection with an LCD monitor? A: The refresh rate is of much less relevance for LCD monitors. LCD monitors display a stable, flicker-free image at 60Hz. There is no visible difference between 85Hz and 60Hz. Q: What are the .inf and .icm files on the set-up disk ...
Page 26 - Screen Adjustments
Q: What does the Refresh Rate mean for LCD? A: Unlike CRT display technology, in which the speed at which the electron beam is swept from the top to the bottom of the screen determines flicker, an active matrix display uses an active element(TFT) to control each individual pixel and the refresh rate...
Page 27 - How do LCDs compare with CRTs in terms of radiation?; Compatibility with other Peripherals; Can I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac?
Q: When I install my monitor, how do I get the best performance from the monitor? A: For best performance, make sure your display settings are set at 1024x768@60Hz for 14"/15",1280x1024@60Hz for 17"/18". Note: You can check the current display settings by pressing the OSDOK button on...
Page 28 - LCD Panel Technology; What is a Liquid Crystal Display?
angst,' the fear of removing the computer case to install circuit board cards -- that often requireadjustment of complicated IRQ settings -- for add-on peripherals. USB does away with 'portgridlock.' Without USB, PCs are normally limited to one printer, two Com port devices (usually amouse and modem...
Page 30 - Ergonomics, Ecology and Safety Standards; What is the CE mark?
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 backlight using the dual-refraction of a liquid crystal. Using the property that the projection of inlet light refracts towardthe major axis of the liquid el...
Page 32 - Common Problems; Check these items; Make sure the computer is turned on.; Make sure the computer is turned on.; Imaging Problems
Troubleshooting Safety and Troubleshooting • FAQs • Common Problems • Imaging Problems • Regulatory Information • Other Related Information This page deals with problems that can be corrected by the user. If the problem still persists after youhave tried these solutions, contact your nearest Philips...
Page 35 - Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?
Regulatory Information TCO '95 Information • TCO '95 Environmental Requirements • TCO '99 Information • TCO '99 Environmental Requirements • CE Declaration of Conformity • Energy Star Declaration • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Only) • Commission Federale de la Communication (...
Page 36 - Environmental Requirements; Brominated flame retardants
What does labelling involve? This product meets the requirements for the TCO'95 scheme which provides for international andenvironmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by theTCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Naturskyddsf...
Page 37 - that disturbances in foetus development may occur.; Cadmium
that disturbances in foetus development may occur. TCO'95 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not contain organicallybound chlorine and bromine. Lead ** Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervoussystem an...
Page 38 - TCO Development
Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO '99 approved and labeled product! Your choice has provided you with a productdeveloped for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed toreducing the burden on the environment and also to the furtherdevelopment of environmentally adapted electr...
Page 39 - Flame retardants
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Environmental Requirements Flame retardants Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose isto prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30% of the plastic in a computer casing can consist offlame re...
Page 40 - CE Declaration of Conformity; Energy Star Declaration
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE CE Declaration of Conformity Philips Consumer Electronics declare under our responsibility that the product is in conformity with thefollowing standards- EN60950:1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11 (Safety requirement of Information Technology Equipment)- EN55022:1998 (Radio Disturbance r...
Page 42 - Commission Federale de la Communication (FCC Declaration); Réorienter ou déplacer l'antenne de réception.; 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 declass B,aux termes de l'article 15 Des règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçues de façonà fourir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisib...
Page 43 - Class B ITE; Class B Device
VCCI Notice (Japan Only) This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) forInformation technology equipment. If this equipment is used near a radio or television receiver in a domesticenvironment, it may cause radio Interference. Install and ...
Page 44 - environment, including residential areas.; Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice
environment, including residential areas. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice 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) sh...
Page 45 - North Europe Information; Placering/Ventilation
North Europe Information Placering/Ventilation VARNING: FÖRSÄKRA DIG OM ATT HUVUDBRYTARE OCH UTTAG ÄR LÄTÅTKOMLIGA, NÄRDU STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS. Placering/Ventilation ADVARSEL: SØRG VED PLACERINGEN FOR, AT NETLEDNINGENS STIK OG STIKKONTAKT ERNEMT TILGÆNGELIGE. Paikka/Ilmankierto VAROITUS: S...
Page 46 - Information for UK only; This apparatus is supplied with an approved
Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland) Der von uns gelieferte Farbmonitor entspricht den in der "Verordnung über den Schutz vor Schäden durchRöntgenstrahlen" festgelegten Vorschriften. Auf der Rückwand des Gerätes befindet sich ein Aufkleber, der auf die Unbedenklichkeit der Inbetriebnahmehinwe...
Page 47 - How to connect a plug; or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND
moulded 13A plug. To change a fuse in this typeof plug proceed as follows: 1. Remove fuse cover and fuse. 2. Fit new fuse which should be a BS 13625A,A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. 3. Refit the fuse cover. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socketoutlets, it should be cut off and an appropr...
Page 49 - For units set at 115 V :
Other Related Information Safety and Troubleshooting • FAQs • Troubleshooting • Regulatory Information • Information for Users in the U. S . • Information for Users Outside the U.S Information for Users in the U. S. For units set at 115 V : Use a UL Listed Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Ty...
Page 50 - Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy; Pixels and Sub pixels; Bright Dot Defects
Philips Pixel Defect Policy Product Features • Technical Specifications • Resolution & Preset Modes • Automatic Power Saving • Physical Specification • Pin Assignment • Product Views Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Philips strives to deliver the highest quality products. We use ...
Page 51 - Black Dot Defects; Proximity of Pixel Defects; BRIGHT DOT DEFECTS; MODEL
One lit red, green or blue subpixel Two adjacent lit sub pixels:- Red + Blue = Purple- Red + Green = Yellow- Green + Blue = Cyan (Light Blue) Three adjacent lit sub pixels(one white pixel) Black Dot Defects Black dot defects appear as pixels or sub pixels that are always dark or 'off'. These are the...
Page 52 - TOTAL DOT DEFECTS
Bright dot defects within 20mm circle 0 0 3 or fewer Total bright dot defects of alltypes 0 0 8 or fewer BLACK DOT DEFECTS ACCEPTABLE LEVEL MODEL 150P4 150B4 150S4 1 dark sub pixel 4 or fewer 4 or fewer 8 or fewer 2 adjacent dark sub pixels 1 or fewer 1 or fewer 3 or fewer 3 adjacent dark sub pixels...
Page 53 - Unpack all the parts.; Item; Microphone out Cable (Option only available for Multimedia
Connecting to Your PC Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Accessory Pack • Connecting to Your PC • The Base • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessory Pack Unpack all the parts. Item Description 1) Audio in Cable (Option only available for Multimedia version)(color lime) 2)...
Page 54 - Plug the power cord into monitor firmly.
6) E-DFU package with Quick Setup Guide, Using Your Monitor Manual, and CD-ROM. 7) Pivot CD-ROM (optional) RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Connecting to Your PC 1) Plug the power cord into monitor firmly. Connecting to Your PC file:///D|/B/english/150s4fgb/install/connect.htm (2 of 3) [11/8/2002 2:33:10 P...
Page 56 - The Base; Put monitor face down on the
The Base Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Accessory Pack • Connecting to Your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Unfold and Fold the Base : Unfold the base • Fold the base Remove the Base : Remove the base Unfold and Fold the Base Unfold the Base 1) Put monitor face dow...
Page 57 - Fold the Base; Remove the Base
Fold the Base 1) Put monitor face down on the safe surface 2) Push down the button and fold the base RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Remove the Base Condition: for VESA standard mounting applications ● for optional bases replacement ● The base file:///D|/B/english/150s4fgb/install/base.htm (2 of 4) [11/8/...
Page 59 - This monitor
Note: This monitor accepts a100mmx100mmVESA-Compliantmounting interface. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE The base file:///D|/B/english/150s4fgb/install/base.htm (4 of 4) [11/8/2002 2:33:11 PM]
Page 60 - Getting Started; For Windows 95; Start Windows 98; For Windows Me; Start Windows Me
Getting Started Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Connecting to Your PC • The Base • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Getting Started Use the information file ( .inf) for Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP or later The built-in VESA DDC2B feature in Philips Monitors supports Plug &am...
Page 61 - For Windows XP; Start Windows XP
Click on the 'Start' button, point to 'Settings', and then click on 'Control Panel'. 2. Double click on the 'Display' Icon. 3. Select the 'Settings' tab then click on 'Advanced...'. 4. Select 'Monitor' button, then click on 'Change...' button. 5. Select 'Specify the location of the driver(Advanced)'...
Page 63 - Your International Philips F1rst Choice Warranty; Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitor.; F1rst Choice Contact Information
Your International Philips F1rst Choice Warranty Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitor. All Philips monitors are designed and manufactured to high standards and deliverhigh-quality performance, ease of use and ease of installation. Should you encounter anydifficulties while installing or usi...
Page 64 - Your International Guarantee; The Philips guarantee may not apply if:
Your International Guarantee Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Philips product which has been designed and manufactured to the highestquality standards. If, unfortunately, something should go wrong with this product Philips guarantees free of charge labor andreplacement parts irrespective...
Page 65 - Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.; Where IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?
LIMITED WARRANTY (Computer Monitor) Click here to access the Warranty Registration Card . One Year Exchange* *Product will be exchanged with a new or renewed to original specifications unit within two business daysfor the first year. WHO IS COVERED? You must have proof of purchase to receive warrant...
Page 66 - Where CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION and HOW CAN I OBTAIN SERVICE?; Philips Customer Care Center
Where CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION and HOW CAN I OBTAIN SERVICE? For more information, contact the Philips Customer Care Center by calling (877) 835-1838 (U.S.A.customers only) or (903) 242-4804. Before Requesting Service... Please check your owner's manual before requesting service. Adjustments of th...
Page 67 - Just a phone call away
All Philips monitors are designed and manufactured to high standards and deliverhigh-quality performance, ease of use and ease of installation. Should you encounterany difficulties while installing or using this product, please contact Philips directly tobenefit from your Philips F1rst Choice Warran...
Page 69 - Eastern Europe; CZECH REPUBLIC; Latin America
Consumer Information Centers Antilles • Argentina • Australia • Bangladesh • Brasil • Canada • Chile • China • Colombia • Czech Republic • Dubai • Egypt • Hong Kong • Hungary • India • Indonesia • Korea • Malaysia • Mexico • Morocco • New Zealand • Pakistan • Paraguay • Peru • Philippines • Poland •...
Page 72 - NEW ZEALAND; Asia; BANGLADESH
NEW ZEALAND Philips New Zealand Ltd.Consumer Help Desk2 Wagener Place, Mt.AlbertP.O. box 1041AucklandPhone: 0800 477 999 (toll free)Fax : 0800 288 588 (toll free) Asia BANGLADESH Philips Service Centre100 Kazi Nazrul IslamAvenue Kawran Bazar C/ADhaka-1215Phone: (02)-812909Fax : (02)-813062 CHINA BEI...
Page 75 - Africa; MOROCCO; Middle East
SINGAPORE Philips Singapore Private Ltd.Consumer Service Dept.Lorong 1,Toa Payoh., P.O. box 340Singapore 1231Phone: 6882 3999Fax : 6250 8037 TAIWAN Philips Taiwan Ltd.Consumer Information CentreNr 96 Section 1, Chien-Kuo N.RoadTAIPEIPhone: (02)-2382-4567 or 0800-231-099 Fax : (02)-2382-3027 THAILAND...
Page 77 - It Takes Only A Moment To; PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT.; SIMPLY MAIL THE CARD BELOW TO RECEIVE ALL; WARRANTY VERIFICATION; OWNER CONFIRMATION; MODEL REGISTRATION; WARRANTY; IMPORTANT - RETURN WITHIN TEN DAYS
It Takes Only A Moment To PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT. Congratulations on investing in a Philips product. It’s an important and intelligent decision that’s sure to reward youfor many years to come. To ensure you’ll get all of the privileges and protection that come with your purchase,please complete you...
Page 78 - Warranty Verification; See Inside For; Warranty; MATERIAL; IMPORTANT
RETURN THE ATTACHED CARD WITHIN TEN DAYS TO ENSURE YOUR: ✓ Warranty Verification ✓ Owner Confirmation ✓ Model Registration See Inside For ValuableBenefits! Warranty Registration Card PO BOX 1533 DEPOSIT NY 13754-1533 PLEASE APPLY FIRST CLASS STAMP TIME-DATED MATERIAL Please Open Promptly! a !1375415...
