Page 2 - Safety and Troubleshooting Information; Safety precautions and maintenance; Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet.; Installation Locations; Avoid Heat and Extreme Cold
Safety and Troubleshooting Information Safety Precautions and Maintenance • Installation Locations • Correct Handling of the LCD Monitor • FAQs • Troubleshooting • Regulatory Information • Other Related Information Safety precautions and maintenance WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedur...
Page 3 - RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE; Correct handling of the monitor
Temperature: 5-35°C 41-95°F ❍ Humidity: 20-80% RH ❍ Do not subject the LCD monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions. Do not place the LCDmonitor inside a car trunk. ● Take care not to mishandle this product by either knocking or dropping during operation ortransportation. ● Do not store...
Page 5 - About This Guide; Other Documents You May Need; Electronic User's Guide; Notational Descriptions
About This Electronic User's Manual About This Guide • Other Documents You May Need • 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 pertinent informatio...
Page 7 - Product Information; Product Features; Technical Specifications*
Product Information Product Features • Technical Specifications • Resolution & Preset Modes • Philips Pixel Defect Policy • Automatic Power Saving • Physical Specification • Pin Assignment • Product Views • Attention Signals Product Features 170B 17" color LCD monitor with excellent display ...
Page 8 - Optical characteristics; * These information are subject to change without notice.; Resolution & Preset Modes; 5 factory preset modes:
• Video dot rate 135MHz • Input impedance - Video 75 ohm - Sync 2 KOhm • Input signal levels 0.7 Vpp • Sync input signal Separate sync Composite syncSync on green • Sync polarities Positive and negative • Video interface Dual input : Both Analog (D-Sub) and DVI-D (Digital) areavailable and user sele...
Page 9 - Automatic Power Saving; Power Management Definition
H. freq (KHz) Resolution V. freq (KHz) 31.5 640*350 70 31.5 720*400 70 31.5 640*480 60 35.0 640*480 67 37.5 640*480 75 35.2 800*600 56 37.9 800*600 60 46.9 800*600 75 49.7 832*624 75 48.4 1024*768 60 60 1024*768 75 69.0 1152*870 75 71.8 1152*900 76 63.9 1280*1024 60 80 1280*1024 75 RETURN TO TOP OF ...
Page 10 - PHILIPS; Physical Specifications; Signal Pin Assignment; Pin
OFF Blanked No No < 3W 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 THE PAGE Physical Specifications • Dimension (WxHxD) 446 x 471x 181 mm (in...
Page 11 - Views
5 T.M.D.S. Data4+ 13 T.M.D.S. Data3+ 21 T.M.D.S. Data5+ 6 DDC Clock 14 +5V Power 22 T.M.D.S. ClockShield 7 DDC Data 15 Ground (for +5V) 23 T.M.D.S. Clock+ 8 No connect 16 Hot Plug Detect 24 T.M.D.S. Clock- 2. The 15-pin D-sub connector (male) of the signal cable: Pin No. Assignment Pin No. Assignmen...
Page 12 - Front View Product Description; Attention Signals; or; Solution
Front View Product Description Attention Signals Attention signal display information and alerts about the status of the monitor. CANNOT DISPLAY THIS VIDEO MODE, CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT TO 1024X768@ 60Hz or 1. CANNOT DISPLAY THIS VIDEO MODE, CHANGE COMPUTER DISPLAY INPUT TO1280x1024 @ 60Hz -- ...
Page 13 - : Make sure interface and power cables are properly connected.; CHECK CABLE CONNECTION
-- This message appears when there is no signal input. Solution : Make sure interface and power cables are properly connected. CHECK CABLE CONNECTION 3. -- This message appears when a signal cable is disconnected while computer is working. Solution : Re-connect signal input cables. ENTERING SLEEP MO...
Page 15 - : Use hard keys to switch signal input defautls.; THIS IS THE BEST PICTURE SHAPE
or MUTE OFF These signals appear to indicate audio status after the mute button has been pressed. SECOND VIDEO IS NOT AVAILABLE 8. -- This message appears when a user selects a second unavailable video source from theOSD from the INPUT SIGNAL SELECTION menu.-- On systems with both analog and digital...
Page 17 - 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 • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessories (optional) : Installing the USB Hub • Installing the Protective Cover • Installing the Wall Mount Kit Front View UP and DOWN buttons are used w...
Page 18 - Optimizing Performance; You can also install the
LEFT and RIGHT buttons, like the UP and DOWN buttons, are also usedin adjusting the OSD of your monitor. BRIGHTNESS hotkey. When the UP and DOWN arrow buttons arepressed, the adjustment controls for the BRIGHTNESS will show up. .OK button which when pressed will take you to the OSD controls POWER bu...
Page 19 - Description of the On Screen Display; Basic and simple instruction on the control keys.
On-Screen Display Description of the On-Screen Display • The OSD Tree • The OSD Controls Description of the On Screen Display What is the On-Screen Display? This is a feature in all Philips LCD monitors which allows an end-user to adjust screen performance ofmonitors directly though an on-screen ins...
Page 20 - The OSD Tree
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 reference when youwant to later on work your way around the different adjustments. On-Screen Display file:///D|/Philips LCD/english/170B/OSD/OSDDESC.HTM (2 of 5) [1/20/2001 ...
Page 24 - 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 25 - F G H I J K; Color temperature
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 B BNC connection A bayonet-locking connector slim coaxial cables. The connection is used in some monitors with highhorizontal scanning frequencies. It provides optimum shielding between the video input signal lines to givethe best possible...
Page 26 - Energy Star Computers Programme
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE D D-SUB USB Your monitor comes with a D-Sub cable. Digital Visual Interface (DVI) The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) specification provides a high-speed digital connection for visual data typesthat is display technology independent. The interface is primarily focused at pro...
Page 27 - LCD Liquid Crystal Display; USB or Universal Serial Bus; A smart plug for PC peripherals.
L LCD Liquid Crystal Display An alphanumeric display using the unique properties of liquid crystal to form characters. The latest flat-paneldisplays comprise a matrix of hundreds or thousands of individual LCD cells that generate text and colorfulgraphics on a screen. They consume little power thoug...
Page 28 - Vertical refresh rate
its ports. Device A logical or physical entity that performs a function. The actual entity described depends on the context of thereference. At the lowest level, device may refer to a single hardware component, as in a memory device. At ahigher level, it may refer to a collection of hardware compone...
Page 30 - Download and Printing Instructions; Adobe®; Download instructions:; To download the file:
Download and Print Download and Printing Instructions • Installing FPadjust Program This page provides an option to read the manual in .pdf format. PDF files can be downloaded into your harddisk, then viewed and printed with Acrobat Reader or through your browser. If you do not have Adobe¨ Acrobat R...
Page 31 - Printing instructions:; Installing FPadjust Program; PC running Window 95, Window 98 or later; Download; Exit your browser and install the FPadjust Program.
Printing instructions: To print the manual: 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 asCONTR...
Page 32 - General FAQs; Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC; How do I adjust resolution?
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Safety and Troubleshooting • General FAQ • 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 33 - AUTO adjustment
A: Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select desired resolution under Window 95/98 with the "Display properties/Settings" controlpanel Q: What if I get lost when making monitor adjustments? A: Simply press the OSD button, then sel...
Page 35 - Screen Adjustments; What is the FPadjust program on the setup disk and CD-ROM?
Screen Adjustments Q: What is CustoMax® and what models are compatible? (181AS / 150P) A: CustoMax® is proprietary Philips software that allows users to adjust monitor via software instead of control keys under Windows base. With the Philips Brilliance 150P, CustoMax® operatesvia a USB connection to...
Page 36 - How can I adjust the screen?; Compatibility with other Peripherals; Can I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac?
Q: How can I adjust the screen? A: The screen brightness may be adjusted using the Brightness control in the OSD. Scaling an image in this manner results in slight brightness "fuzziness" or distortion. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Compatibility with other Peripherals Q: Can I connect my LCD mon...
Page 37 - LCD Panel Technology; What is Liquid Crystal Display?
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE LCD Panel Technology Q: What is Liquid Crystal Display? A: A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is an optical device that is commonly used to display ASCII characters and images on digital items such as watches, calculators, portable game consoles etc.LCD is the technology used f...
Page 39 - Ergonomics, Ecology, and Safety Standards; Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards?; More information is provided in the; Is the Philips LCD Monitor Y2k compliant?
Q: Why is there no flicker on an LCD Monitor? A: Technically speaking, LCDs do flicker, but the cause of the phenomenon is different from that of CRT monitor -- and has no impact of ease of viewing. Flickering in a LCD monitor refers to usuallyundetectable luminance caused by the difference between ...
Page 41 - Common Problems; Check these items
Troubleshooting Safety and Troubleshooting • FAQs • Common Problems • Imaging Problems • Regulatory Information • Other Related Information This page presents problems that can be corrected by the user. If the problem still exists after these possiblesolutions, contact your nearest Philips dealer. C...
Page 42 - Imaging Problems; Push the Auto button.
AUTO button not working properly The Auto Function is designedfor use on standard Macintoshor IBM-compatible PC runningMicrosoft properly Windows. ● It may not work properly ifusing non-standard PCs orvideo card. ● Imaging Problems Display position is incorrect Push the Auto button. ● Adjust the ima...
Page 43 - An after-image appears; For further assistance, refer to the
An after-image appears If an image remains in thescreen for an extended periodof time, it may be imprinted inthe screen and leave anafter-image. This usuallydisappears after a few hours ● An after-image remains after the power has beenturned off. This is characteristic of liquidcrystal and is not ca...
Page 51 - For units set at 115 V :; For units set at 230 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 52 - Philips' Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy; Pixels and Subpixels; 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 53 - Proximity of Pixel Defects
One lit red, green or bluesubpixel Two adjacent lit subpixels:- Red + Blue = Purple- Red + Green = Yellow- Green + Blue = Cyan (Light Blue) Three adjacent lit subpixels (onewhite pixel) Black Dot Defects Black dot defects appear as pixels or subpixels that are always dark or "off". These are...
Page 55 - Unpack all the parts.
Connecting to Your PC Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Accessory Pack • Connecting to Your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessories (optional) : Installing the USB Hub • Installing the Protective Cover • Installing the Wall Mount Kit Accessory Pack Unpack all the ...
Page 61 - Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC.; inf; chapter to
Getting Started Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Connecting to Your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessories (optional) : Installing the USB Hub • Installing the Protective Cover • Installing the Wall Mount Kit Getting Started 1.1 First turn on your monitor and ot...
Page 62 - Upstream Port
Installing Your USB Hub Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Connecting to Your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessories (optional) : Description of the USB Hub • Application • Installing the USB Hub • Installing the Protective Cover • Installing the Wall Mount Kit De...
Page 63 - Application; Just a few peripherals you can connect to your USB Hub .
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Application Just a few peripherals you can connect to your USB Hub . Installing Your USB Hub file:///D|/Philips LCD/english/170B/INSTALL/USBHUB/USB_INST.HTM (2 of 4) [1/20/2001 3:17:48 PM]
Page 64 - System requirements
1) Keyboard 2) Mouse 3) Joystick / Gamepad 4) Scanner 5) Printer 6) Phone / PBX RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Installing Your USB Hub System requirements Hardware: A PC which supports the USB function and has a USB connector. Software: Windows system which supports USB (OSR2.1 or higher). Installation o...
Page 68 - Cleaning Instructions; The anti-scratch, anti-reflective cover protects the LCD screen
4) Clip the protective cover onto the monitor, engaging only the top two clips. Now press the bottom corners of the protective cover to engage the two side clips. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE Cleaning Instructions The anti-scratch, anti-reflective cover protects the LCD screen . Installing the Protecti...
Page 70 - Please turn off the monitor
Installing Your Wall Mount Kit Your LCD Monitor : Front View Product Description • Connecting to Your PC • Getting Started • Optimizing Performance Accessories (optional) : Installing the USB Hub • Installing the Protective Cover • Installing the Wall Mount Kit Installing the Wall Mount Kit 1) Pleas...
Page 74 - BRIGHTNESS; Smart; After the BRIGHTNESS window has disappeared...
The OSD Controls Description of the On-Screen Display • The OSD Tree The OSD Controls : Brightness (HotKey) • Language • Adjust Position • Adjust size • Brightness and Contrast • Image Optimization • Adjust Color • OSD Settings • Product Information • Reset to Factory Settings • Input Selection • Ex...
Page 75 - LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE The ON SCREEN DISPLAY prompts can be in one of six languages. The default language is English, butyou can select French, Spanish, German, Italian, or Japanese. 1) Press the button on the monitor. The MAIN CONTROLS window appears. LANGUAGE is highlighted. (If not, press the or button on the ...
Page 76 - ADJUST POSITION
Smart Help Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… … to continue to ADJUST POSITION, press the button until ADJUST POSITION is highlighted. Next, follow steps 3 - 6 under ADJUST POSITION. … to exit completely, press the button. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ADJUST POSITION ADJUST POSITION is compos...
Page 78 - ADJUST SIZE
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ADJUST SIZE ADJUST SIZE allows you to adjust screen size when the input video mode in under 1280x1024. It has 3options, FULL SCREEN, NATIVE MODE, and USER SETTINGS. 1). Press the button on the monitor, The MAIN CONTROLS window appears. LANGUAGE is highlighted. 2). Press the...
Page 79 - BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST
selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. 6a) If USER SETTINGS is highlighted, press the or button to adjust the screen size. 6b) When adjustment is complete, press the button to confirm your adjustment and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. EXIT MAIN CONT...
Page 81 - IMAGE OPTIMIZATON
6) Press the button to confirm your selection and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… … to continue to IMAGE OPTIMIZATION, press the button until IMAGE OPTIMIZATION is highlighted. Next, follow steps 3 - 6 und...
Page 83 - ADJUST COLOR
Smart Help Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… … to continue to ADJUST COLOR, press the button until ADJUST COLOR is highlighted. Next, start with step 3 under ADJUST COLOR and follow the directions. … to exit completely, press the button. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE ADJUST COLOR Your monitor...
Page 86 - OSD SETTINGS; button until OSD SETTINGS is highlighted.
… to exit completely, press the button. RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE OSD SETTINGS You can place the main controls window almost any place on the screen that is convenient for you. OSDSETTING allows you to do this. It is composed of HORIZONTAL and VERTICAL adjustments you can makeby simply following the...
Page 88 - PRODUCT INFORMATION; button until PRODUCT INFORMATION is highlighted.
RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE PRODUCT INFORMATION The PRODUCT INFORMATION window displays the monitor's serial number, and the resolution of themonitor, all in one easy place. This is an information window only. Nothing can be adjusted in this window.To view this information, simply follow the steps bel...
Page 89 - RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS
Smart Help Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTROLS… … to continue to RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS, press the button until RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS is highlighted. Next, start with step 3 under RESETTO FACTORY SETTINGS and follow the directions. … to exit completely, press the button. RETURN TO TOP...
Page 90 - INPUT SELECTION
4) Press the or button to select YES or NO. NO is the default. YES returns all settings to their original factory adjustments. 5) Press the button to confirm your selections and return to the MAIN CONTROLS window. EXIT MAIN CONTROLS is highlighted. Smart Help Smart Help After returning to MAIN CONTR...
Page 92 - Exit Main Controls
Exit Main Controls RETURN TO TOP OF THE PAGE The OSD Controls file:///D|/Philips LCD/english/170B/OSD/OSD_CONT.HTM (19 of 19) [1/20/2001 3:18:00 PM]
Page 93 - 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 94 - 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 95 - Where IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?
LIMITED WARRANTY (Computer Monitor) Three Years Free Labor / Three Years Free Service on Parts / One Year Exchange* *Product will be exchanged with a new or renewed to original specifications unit within two business daysfor the first year. This product must be shipped in at your expense for service...
Page 96 - Where CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?
Philips service organization will attempt to provide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriatespare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available). Where CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION? For more information, contact the Philips Customer Care Center by calling (800) 835-3506 (U....
