Philips 166v3lab User Manual
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www.philips.com/welcome 166V3L EN User manual 1Customer care and warranty 26 Troubleshooting & FAQs 31
Table of Contents 1. Important ................................................ 1 1.1 Safety precautions and maintenance...1 1.2 Notational Descriptions .............................2 1.3 Disposal of product and packing material ................................................................3 2. Setting up the monitor......................... 4 2.1 Installation ...........................................................4 2.2 Operating the monitor ...............................5 2.3 Remove Base Stand and Base.................7 3. Image Optimization............................... 9 3.1 Smar tContrast .................................................9 3.2 Philips Smar tControl Lite ..........................9 4. Technical Specifications ......................16 4.1 Resolution & Preset Modes...................19 5. Power Management ............................20 6. Regulatory Information ......................21 7. Customer care and warrant .............26 7.1 Philips’ Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy ..................................................26 7.2 Customer Care & Warranty .................28 8. Troubleshooting & FAQs ...................31 8.1 Troubleshooting ...........................................31 8.2 General FAQs ...............................................32
1 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 impor tant information and notes regarding operating your monitor. The Philips guarantee applies provided the product is handled properly for its intended use, in accordance with its operating instructions and upon presentation of the original invoice or cash receipt, indicating the date of purchase, dealer’s name and model and production number of the product. 1.1 Safety precautions and mainte- nance Warnings Use of controls, adjustments or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards and/or mechanical hazards. Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor. Operation ‡Please Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight, very strong bright lights and away from any other heat source. Leng thy exposure to this type of environment may result in discoloration and damage to the monitor. ‡Remove any object that could fall into ventilation holes or prevent proper cooling of the monitor’s electronics. ‡Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet. ‡When positioning the monitor, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily ac- cessible. ‡If turning off the monitor by detaching the power cable or DC power cord, wait for 6 seconds before attaching the power cable or DC power cord for normal operation.‡Please use approved power cord provided by Philips all the time. If your power cord is missing, please contact with your local ser vice center. (Please refer to Customer Care Consumer Information Center) ‡Do not subject the monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions during operation. ‡Do not knock or drop the monitor during operation or transpor tation. Maintenance ‡To protect your monitor from possible damage, do not put excessive pressure on the LCD panel. When moving your moni- tor, grasp the frame to lif t; do not lif t the monitor by placing your hand or f ingers on the LCD panel. ‡Unplug the monitor if you are not going to use it for an ex tensive period of time. ‡Unplug the monitor if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth. The screen may be wiped with a dr y cloth when the power is off. However, never use organic solvent, such as, alcohol, or ammonia-based liquids to clean your monitor. ‡To avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to the set, do not expose the monitor to dust, rain, water, or excessive moisture environment. ‡If your monitor gets wet, wipe it with dr y cloth as soon as possible. ‡If foreign substance or water gets in your monitor, please turn the power off immedi- ately and disconnect the power cord. Then, remove the foreign substance or water, and send it to the maintenance center. ‡Do not store or use the monitor in loca- tions exposed to heat, direct sunlight or extreme cold. ‡In order to maintain the best per formance of your monitor and use it for a longer life- time, please use the monitor in a location that falls within the following temperature and humidity ranges.
2 1. Important ‡Temperature: 0-40°C 32-95°F ‡Humidity: 20-80% RH ‡IMPORTANT: Always activate a moving screen saver program when you leave your monitor unattended. Always activate a periodic screen refresh application if your monitor will display unchanging static content. Uninterrupted display of still or static images over an extended period may cause “burn in”, also known as “af ter-imaging” or “ghost imaging”, on your screen. "Burn-in", "af ter-imaging", or "ghost imag- ing" is a well-known phenomenon in LCD panel technology. In most cases, the “burned in” or “af ter-imaging” or “ghost imaging” will disappear gradually over a period of time af ter the power has been switched off. Warning Severe” burn-in” or “after-image” or “ghost image” symptoms will not disappear and cannot be repaired. The damage mentioned above is not covered under your warranty. Service ‡The casing cover should be opened only by qualified service personnel. ‡If there is any need for any document for repair or integration, please contact with your local ser vice center. (please refer to the chapter of "Consumer Information Center") ‡For transpor tation information, please refer to "Technical Specifications". ‡Do not leave your monitor in a car/trunk under direct sun light. Note Consult a ser vice technician if the monitor does not operate normally, or you are not sure what procedure to take when the operating instructions given in this manual have been followed. 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: Note This icon indicates impor tant information and tips that help you make better use of your computer system. Caution This icon indicates information that tells you how to avoid either potential damage to hardware or loss of data. Warning This icon indicates the potential for bodily harm and tells you how to avoid the problem. Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may not be accompanied by an icon. In such cases, the specific presentation of the warning is mandated by the relevant regulator y authority.
3 1. Important 1.3 Disposal of product and packing material Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment- WEEE This marking on the product or on its packaging illustrates that, under European Directive 2002/96/EC governing used electrical and electronic appliances, this product may not be disposed of with normal household waste. You are responsible for disposal of this equipment through a designated waste electrical and electronic equipment collection. To determine the locations for dropping off such waste electrical and electronic, contact your local government office, the waste disposal organization that ser ves your household or the store at which you purchased the product. Your new monitor contains materials that can be recycled and reused. Specialized companies can recycle your product to increase the amount of reusable materials and to minimize the amount to be disposed of. All redundant packing material has been omitted. We have done our utmost to make the packaging easily separable into mono materials. Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old monitor and packing from your sales representative. 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.
4 2. Setting up the monitor 2. Setting up the monitor 2.1 Installation Package contents VGA (optional)DVI (optional) Audio cable (optional) Register your product and get support atwww.philips.com/welcome166V3LA Quick Star t 2011KoninklijkePhilipsElectronics,N.V.Allrightsreserved.Unauthorizedduplicationisaviolationofapplicablelaws.MadeandprintedinChina.VersionM3166V1TH70G20118132ASmartControl software Monitor drivers Install base stand 1. Place the monitor face down on soft and smooth surface taking care to avoid scratching or damaging the screen. 2. Attach the base column with the monitor until it clicks into position. 3. Hold the monitor base stand with both hands and firmly inser t the base stand into the base column.
5 2. Setting up the monitor Connecting to your PC 5 AC power input VGA input DVI-D input (available for selected models) Audio input (available for selected models) Kensington anti-theft lock Connect to PC 1. Connect the power cord to the back of the monitor firmly. 2. Turn off your computer and unplug its power cable. 3. Connect the monitor signal cable to the video connector on the back of your computer. 4. Plug the power cord of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet. 5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If the monitor displays an image, installation is complete. 2.2 Operating the monitor Front view product description Model 166V3LA: 5 623 4 7 Model 166V3L: 5 623 4 7 Switch monitor’s power ON and OFF . Access the OSD menu. Confirm the OSD adjustment. Return to previous OSD level. Adjust the brightness level. Adjust the OSD menu. Adjust the speaker volume. Change display format. Automatically adjust the monitor.
6 2. Setting up the monitor Description of the On Screen Display What is On-Screen Display (OSD)? 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 the monitors directly through an on-screen instruction window. A user friendly on screen display interface is shown as below: Model 166V3LA: $XGLR &RORU 3LFWXUH 9*$9,9*$,QSXW /DQJXDJH Model 166V3L: &RORU 3LFWXUH 9*$9,9*$,QSXW /DQJXDJH 266HWWLQJV Model 166V3L (for 1A model): /DQJXDJH &RORU 3LFWXUH 266HWWLQJV 6HWXS 3LFWXUHIRUPDW%ULJKWQHVV&RQWUDVW6PDUW&RQWUDVW :LGHVFUHHQ 2II Basic and simple instruction on the control keys In the OSD shown above, you can press buttons at the front bezel of the monitor to move the cursor, and press OK button to confirm the choice or change. The OSD Menu 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. Main menu Sub menu PictureWide Screen, 4:3 0~100 0~100 Picture Format Brightness Contrast OSD Settings0~1000~100 Off, 1, 2, 3, 4 5s, 10s, 20s, 30s, 60s Horizontal Vertical Transparency OSD Time Out Setup 0~100 On, Off Yes, No 0~100 0~100 0~100 H. Position Auto V. Position Phase Clock Resolution Notification Reset Information LanguageEnglishEspañol, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Português,Русский ÿÒim-Türkçe Color6500K, 9300K Red: 0~100 Green: 0~100 Blue: 0~100 Color Temperature sRGB User Define AudioOn, Off On, OffStand-Alone Mute (available for selective models) (available for selective models) VGA DVIInput On, OffSmartContrast
7 2. Setting up the monitor Resolution notification This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1366 × 768 @ 60 Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an aler t is displayed on screen: Use 1366 × 768 @ 60 Hz for best results. Display of the native resolution aler t can be switched off from Setup in the OSD (On Screen Display) menu. Physical Function Tilt 2.3 Remove Base Stand and Base Remove the Base Stand Before you star t disassembling the monitor base, please follow the instructions below to avoid any possible damage or injur y. 1. Place the monitor face down on a smooth surface, taking care to avoid scratching or damaging the screen. 2. Press the locking clips to detach the base stand away from the base column. 1 3. Press the release button to detach the base column. 2
8 2. Setting up the monitor Remove the base 1. You may use a flathead screwdriver to stick into two release hols on the hinge cover, and gently pr y the hinge cover to have it removed. 2. Remove 4 screws and then remove the base from the monitor.