Safety and Troubleshooting Information
Safety precautions and maintenance
WARNING: 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:
z Disconnect the monitor from the power supply if the monitor is not to be used for an
extended period of time.
z Do not attempt to remove the back cover, as you will be exposed to a shock hazard. The
back cover should only be removed by qualified service personnel.
z Do not place objects on top of the monitor cabinet, objects could fall into vents or cover
them and prevent proper cooling of the monitor's electronic devices.
z To avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to the set, do not expose the monitor to
rain or excessive moisture.
z Do not use alcohol or ammonia-based liquid to clean the monitor. If necessary, clean with
a slightly damp cloth. Disconnect the monitor from the power supply before cleaning.
z When positioning the monitor, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible.
Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when operating instructions
of this manual are followed.
Troubleshooting
Common Problems
Having trouble? Something not working? Before calling for help, try these suggestions.
Having this
Check these items
problem?
z Make sure the Power cable is plugged into the power
outlet and back of the monitor.
z Power button on the front of your monitor should be in the
No Picture
ON position.
(Power LED not lit)
z Make sure the computer is turned on.
z Make sure the monitor cable is properly connected to your
No Picture
computer.
(Power LED is flashing
z Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins.
orange)
z The Energy Saving feature may be activated
z Make sure the Brightness and Contrast controls are set
correctly.
z Make sure the monitor cable is properly connected to your
computer.
No Picture
z Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins.
(Power LED is orange)
Screen doesn't show
z Make sure the monitor cable is properly connected to your
computer. (Also refer to the Quick Start Guide).
z Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins.
z Make sure the computer is turned on.
when you turn on the
monitor
z If you are using a non-VESA-DDC standard video card,
No color or intermittent
color
turn the DDC1 / 2B feature Off.
z The picture may need degaussing.
z Remove any nearby magnetic objects.
z Face the monitor toward the East for the best picture
quality.
Color appears blotchy
z Check the Color Temperature.
Missing one or more
colors
z Make sure the monitor cable is properly connected to your
computer.
z Check to see if the monitor cable has bent pins.
z Adjust the Brightness and Contrast controls.
z Check your video card and it's owner's manual
instructions for it may be a non-VESA-DDC Standard
card.
Dim Picture
z Adjust the Horizontal and/or Vertical Size.
Picture is too large or
too small.
Edges of the picture
are not square.
z Adjust the geometry.
z Eliminate the use of a video extension cable and/or video
switch box.
z Face the monitor toward the East for the best picture
Picture has a double
image.
quality.
z heck to make sure Moire Function is switched off.
Picture is not sharp.
Unstable Picture
z Increase your refresh rate.
Problem with On
Screen Display
z Refer to the instructions and troubleshooting information
in that chapter.
For further assistance, refer to the Consumer Information Centers list to contact your local Philips
distributor.
Regulatory Information
CE Declaration of Conformity
z Philips Consumer Electronics declare under our responsibility that the product is in
conformity with the following standards
- EN60950:2000 (Safety requirement of Information Technology Equipment)
- EN55022:1998 (Radio Disturbance requirement of Information Technology Equipment)
- EN55024:1998 (Immunity requirement of Information Technology Equipment)
- EN61000-3-2:2000 (Limits for Harmonic Current Emission)
- EN61000-3-3:1995 (Limitation of Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker)
following provisions of directives applicable
- 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)
- 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive)
- 93/68/EEC (Amendment of EMC and Low Voltage Directive)
and is produced by a manufacturing organization on ISO9000 level.
z The product also comply with the following standards
- ISO9241-3, ISO9241-7, ISO9241-8 (Ergonomic requirement for Visual Display)
- ISO13406-2 (Ergonomic requirement for Flat panels)
- GS EK1-2000 (GS specification)
- prEN50279:1998 (Low Frequency Electric and Magnetic fields for Visual Display)
- MPR-II (MPR:1990:8/1990:10 Low Frequency Electric and Magnetic fields)
- TCO99, TCO03 (Requirement for Environment Labelling of Ergonomics, Energy,
Ecology and Emission,
TCO: Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees) for TCO versions
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Only)
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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Use only RF shielded cable that was supplied with the monitor when connecting this monitor to a
computer device.
To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain
or excessive moisture.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN
INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
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. CET appareil
produit, utilise et peut émettre des hyperfréquences qui, si l'appareil n'est pas
installé et utilisé selon les consignes données, peuvent causer des interférences
nuisibles aux communications radio. Cependant, rien ne peut garantir l'absence
d'interférences dans le cadre d'une installation particulière. Si cet appareil est la
cause d'interférences nuisibles pour la réception des signaux de radio ou de
télévision, ce qui peut être décelé en fermant l'équipement, puis en le remettant
en fonction, l'utilisateur pourrait essayer de corriger la situation en prenant les
mesures suivantes:
z Réorienter ou déplacer l'antenne de réception.
z Augmenter la distance entre l'équipement et le récepteur.
z Brancher l'équipement sur un autre circuit que celui utilisé par le récepteur.
z Demander l'aide du marchand ou d'un technicien chevronné en radio/télévision.
Toutes modifications n'ayant pas reçu l'approbation des services compétents en
matière de conformité est susceptible d'interdire à l'utilisateur l'usage du présent
équipement.
N'utiliser que des câbles RF armés pour les connections avec des ordinateurs ou périphériques.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU
REGLEMENT SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR DU CANADA.
North Europe Information (Nordic Countries)
Placering/Ventilation
VARNING:
FÖRSÄKRA DIG OM ATT HUVUDBRYTARE OCH UTTAG ÄR
LÄTÅTKOMLIGA, NÄR DU STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS.
Placering/Ventilation
ADVARSEL:
SØRG VED PLACERINGEN FOR, AT NETLEDNINGENS STIK OG
STIKKONTAKT ER NEMT TILGÆNGELIGE.
Paikka/Ilmankierto
VAROITUS:
SIJOITA LAITE SITEN, ETTÄ VERKKOJOHTO VOIDAAN TARVITTAESSA
HELPOSTI IRROTTAA PISTORASIASTA.
Plassering/Ventilasjon
ADVARSEL:
NÅR DETTE UTSTYRET PLASSERES, MÅ DU PASSE PÅ AT
KONTAKTENE FOR STØMTILFØRSEL ER LETTE Å NÅ.
BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)
Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland)
Der von uns gelieferte Farbmonitor entspricht den in der "Verordnung über den Schutz vor
Schäden durch Röntgenstrahlen" festgelegten Vorschriften.
Auf der Rückwand des Gerätes befindet sich ein Aufkleber, der auf die Unbedenklichkeit der
Inbetriebnahme hinweist, da die Vorschriften über die Bauart von Störstrahlern nach Anlage III ¤
5 Abs. 4 der Röntgenverordnung erfüllt sind.
Damit Ihr Monitor immer den in der Zulassung geforderten Werten entspricht, ist darauf zu
achten, daß
Reparaturen nur durch Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden.
1.
nur original-Ersatzteile verwendet werden.
bei Ersatz der Bildröhre nur eine bauartgleiche eingebaut wird.
2.
3.
Aus ergonomischen Gründen wird empfohlen, die Grundfarben Blau und Rot nicht auf
dunklem Untergrund zu verwenden (schlechte Lesbarkeit und erhöhte Augenbelastung bei
zu geringem Zeichenkontrast wären die Folge).
Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 beträgt 70dB (A) oder weniger.
BEIM AUFSTELLEN DIESES GERÄTES DARAUF ACHTEN, DAß
ACHTUNG:
NETZSTECKER UND NETZKABELANSCHLUß LEICHT ZUGÄNGLICH SIND.
Other Related Information
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, Type SVT or SJT three conductor
cord a maximum of 15-feet long and a parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A,
125 V.
For units set at 230 V:
Use a UL Listed Cord Set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, Type SVT or SJT three conductor
cord a maximum of 15-feet long and a tandem blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A,
250 V.
Information for Users outside the U.S.
For units set at 230 V:
Use a Cord Set rated minimum 5 A, 250 V ( for units set at 230V ) or 10A, 125V (for units set at
115V). The Cord Set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the
equipment will be installed.
About This Electronic User's Manual
About This Guide
This electronic user's guide is intended for anyone who uses the Philips Color Monitor. It
describes the monitor's features, setup, operation and all other information, which is the same
exact information described in our printed version.
The sections are as follows:
and other related information you may need.
z About This Electronic User's Manual gives overview of what information are included as
well as notation icon descriptions and other documentation you can refer to.
z Product Information gives an overview of the monitor's features and as well as the
technical specifications for this monitor.
use the monitor.
z Customer Care and Warranty is a list of worldwide Philips consumer information centers
along with the help desk phone numbers and information on the applicable warranty of
your product..
Other Documents You May Need
In addition to this Electronic User's Guide, you may need to refer to the following documentation:
z Philips Color Monitor Quick Start Guide which summarizes the steps for setting up the
monitor. This is included with this product.
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 type or
in italic type. These blocks are notes, cautions, and warnings, and they are used as follows:
NOTE: This icon indicates important 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.
SMART HELP: This icon indicates helpful information when adjusting the On
Screen Display of your monitor.
Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may be unaccompanied by an icon. In such
cases, the specific presentation of the warning is mandated by regulatory authority.
©2005 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
All rights reserved. Reproduction, copying, usage, modifying, hiring, renting, public performance, transmission and/or
broadcasting in whole or in part is prohibited without written consent of Philips Electronics N.V.
Product Information
Product Features
Model
Color
Black
105G78
105G79
Gray
105G7S
Silver/Black
105G7
z 15-inch (14.0" VIS) color monitor with excellent front of screen performance for use with
MACs and PCs
z Autoscan covers horizontal frequencies up to 54 kHz offering a maximum resolution of
1024 x 768 with flicker free display of 800 x 600 at up to 85 Hz
z Flat square High Contrast CRT with high-resolution 0.28 mm dot pitch .
Lead-free product
Philips eliminated toxic substances like lead from its displays. Lead-free display helps protect your
health and promotes environmentally sound recovery and disposal of waste from electrical and
electronic equipment. Philips complies with the European Community stringent RoHS Directive
mandating restrictions on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. With
Philips, you can be confident that your display device does not harm the environment.
Technical Specifications*
CRT
• Size and deflection
15 inch / 38 cm ; 90° deflection angle
• Dot pitch
0.28 mm
• Tube type
29mm neck, glare screen
P22
• Phosphor
SCANNING
• Horizontal scanning
30 - 54 KHz
50 - 120 Hz
• Vertical scanning
VIDEO
• Video dot rate
• Input impedance
- Video
72 MHz
75 ohm
- Sync
4.7k ohm
0.7 Vpp
• Input signal levels
• Sync input signal
• Sync polarities
TTL Sync
Positive and negative
WHITE COLOR TEMPERATURE
Chromaticity CIE coordinates:
• at 9300 K
• at 6500 K
x = 0.283 / y = 0.297
x = 0.313 / y = 0.329
* These information are subject to change without notice.
Automatic Power Saving
If you have VESA's DPMS compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor
can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. And if an input from a keyboard,
mouse or other input device is detected, the monitor will automatically "wake up". The following
table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving features:
Power Management Definition
VESA's Mode Video H-sync V-sync Power Used Power Saving (%) LED color
ON
Active
Yes
No
Yes
No
Typical 62W
<5W
0 %
Green
orange
OFF
Blanked
92%
Physical Specifications
14.2" x 14.3" x 15.3" / 360 x 362 x 387 mm (including base)
14.2" x 12.7" x 15.3" / 360 x 321 x 387 mm (excluding base)
• Dimensions
• Weight
11.5kg
90 - 264 VAC, 60-50Hz
(Please refer to rating label)
• Power supply
• Temperature (operating)
• Temperature (storage)
• Relative humidity(storage)
0° to 40°C / 32° to 104°F
-25° to +65°C / -13° to +149°F
5% to 95%
* These information are subject to change without notice.
Pin Assignment
The 15-pin D-sub connector (male) of the signal cable (IBM systems):
Pin
No.
Pin
No.
Assignment
Assignment
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Red video input
Green video input
Blue video input
Ground
9
NC
10 Ground
11 Monitor Ground
12 DDC-Serial Data
13 H. Sync
Ground
Red video ground
Green video ground
Blue video ground
14 V- Sync/ * VCLK
15 DDC-Serial clock
*
For DDC
Views
Follow the links to see various views of the monitor and its components.
The OSD Controls
Brightness:
Brightness is the overall intensity of the light coming from the screen. A 50%
brightness is recommended. To adjust your screen's brightness, follow the steps
below.
With the menu off, press
, then press
to decrease brightness
to increase brightness
When the brightness is adjusted to the level desired,
press the Exit Key.
The BRIGHTNESS menu will disappear with the new
adjustment saved.
Contrast:
Contrast is the difference between the light and dark areas on the screen. A 100%
contrast is recommended. To adjust your screen's contrast, follow the steps below.
With the menu off, press
then press
to decrease contrast
to increase contrast
When the contrast is adjusted to the level desired,
press the Exit Key.
The CONTRAST window will disappear with the new
adjustment saved.
How to Adjust a Setting
1. Press the Menu Key to make the OSD window appear.
2. Press the Up or Down Key to select the desired function.
3. Press the Menu Key again to select the function that you want to adjust.
4. Press the Up or Down Key to change the settings of the current function.
5. When the OSD window is active, it shows the input signal timing. The "H" stands for
the horizontal frequency and "V" for the vertical frequency.
6. To exit and save, either press the Exit Key, or leave the monitor alone for 10
seconds. If you want to adjust any other function, repeat steps 2-4.
Adjusting the Picture
Icon
Adjustment
Adjusts the contrast between the foreground and
Contrast
background of the screen image.
Brightness
Adjusts the background brightness of the screen
image.
Horizontal
position
Moves the screen image to the right or left.
Adjusts screen width.
Horizontal size
Vertical position
Vertical size
ZOOM
Moves screen image up or down.
Adjusts screen height.
Adjust the picture's horizontal and vertical size
simultaneously.
Pincushion
Trapezoid
Straightens the left and right vertical edges of the
display.
Adjusts the width of the top and bottom of the
screen.
Pin-Balance
Adjust to compensate the pincushion unbalance.
Parallelogram
Adjusts the viewing area when it is tilted left or
right.
Rotation
Adjust the picture tilt to horizontal position.
6500°K/9300°K
The color temperature for 6500°K is x=0.313,
y=0.329 and 9300°K is x=0.283, y=0.297. It
presents two different color sets on the screen.
You can select 9300°K or 6500°K by pressing the
Shuttle Knob .
(Color
Temperature)
User Color
(Red/Blue)
If the 9300°K normal white or 6500°K warmer
white do not satisfy your desire, properly adjust
R.B GAIN controls to obtain your optimum
whiteness level.
Degauss
If color impurity occurs when moving or swiveling
the monitor, press the Shuttle Knob and degauss
to fix the picture condition.
Moiré Reduce
Moiré is the result of interference between the
phosphor layout and the video signal. In some
cases, you may find the moiré very noticeable.
Press the Shuttle Knob to enter in the moiré
reduce setting. Please adjust the level to the
optimum condition.
Note: Too high of a setting will cause the picture to
shake.
Recall
Exit
Press RECALL to restore the monitor to factory
settings.
Close OSD window.
SELECT
Select the language you like.
LANGUAGE
Your International Guarantee
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this Philips product which has been designed and manufactured to the
highest quality standards.
If, unfortunately, something should go wrong with this product Philips guarantees free of charge
labor and replacement parts irrespective of the country where it is repaired during a period of 12
months from date of purchase. This international Philips guarantee complements the existing
national guarantee obligations to you of dealers and Philips in the country of purchase and does
not affect your statutory rights as a customer.
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.
The Philips guarantee may not apply if:
z the documents have been altered in any way or made illegible;
z the model or production number on the product has been altered, deleted, removed or
made illegible;
z repairs or product modifications and alterations have been executed by unauthorized
service organizations or persons;
z damage is caused by accidents including but not limited to lightning, water or fire, misuse
or neglect.
Please note that the product is not defective under this guarantee in the case where
modifications become necessary in order for the product to comply with local or national technical
standards which apply in countries for which the product was not originally designed and/or
manufactured. Therefore always check whether a product can be used in a specific country.
In case your Philips product is not working correctly or is defective, please contact your Philips
dealer. In the event you require service whilst in another country a dealer address can be given
to you by the Philips Consumer Help Desk in that country, the telephone and fax number of
which can be found in the relevant part of this booklet.
In order to avoid unnecessary inconvenience, we advise you to read the operating instructions
carefully before contacting your dealer. If you have questions which your dealer cannot answer or
Website: http://www.philips.com
Consumer Information Centers
Eastern Europe
BELARUS
Technical Centre of JV IBA
M. Bogdanovich str. 155
BY - 220040 Minsk
Tel: +375 17 217 33 86
BULGARIA
LAN Service
140, Mimi Balkanska Str.
Office center Translog
1540 Sofia, Bulgaria
tel: +359 2 960 2360
CZECH REPUBLIC
Xpectrum
Lužná 591/4
CZ - 160 00 Praha 6
Tel: 800 100 697
Email:[email protected]
CROATIA
Renoprom d.o.o.
Mlinska 5, Strmec
HR - 41430 Samobor
+385 1 333 0974
ESTONIA
FUJITSU SERVICES OU
Akadeemia tee 21G
EE-12618 Tallinn
Tel: +372 6519900
HUNGARY
Serware Szerviz
Vizimolnár u. 2-4
HU - 1031 Budapest
Tel: +36 1 2426331
Email: [email protected]
LATVIA
ServiceNet LV
Jelgavas iela 36
LV-1055 Riga,
Tel: +371 7460399
Email: [email protected]
LITHUANIA
ServiceNet LT
Gaiziunu G. 3
LT – 3009 KAUNAS
Tel: +370 7400088
Email: [email protected]
ROMANIA
Blue Ridge Int'l Computers SRL
115, Mihai Eminescu St., Sector 2
RO - 020074 Bucharest
Tel.:+40 21 2101969
SERBIA&MONTENEGRO
Tehnicom Service d.o.o.
Bulevar Vojvode Misica 37B
YU – 11000 Belgrade
Tel: +381 11 3060 886
SLOVAKIA
Datalan Servisne Stredisko
Puchovska 8
SK - 831 06 Bratislava
Tel: +421 2 49207155
Email: [email protected]
SLOVENIA
PC HAND
Brezovce 10
SI - 1236 Trzin
Tel: +386 1 530 08 24
Email: [email protected]
POLAND
Zolter
ul.Zytnia 1
PL - 05-500 Piaseczno
Tel:+48 22 7501766
Email: [email protected]
RUSSIA
Tel: +7 095 961-1111
Tel: 8-800-200-0880
TURKEY
Türk Philips Ticaret A.S.
Yukari Dudullu Org.San.Bolgesi
2.Cadde No:22
34776-Umraniye/Istanbul
Tel: (0800)-261 33 02
UKRAINE
Comel
Shevchenko street 32
UA - 49030 Dnepropetrovsk
Tel: +380 562320045
Latin America
ANTILLES
Philips Antillana N.V.Kaminda A.J.E. Kusters 4
Zeelandia, P.O. box 3523-3051
Willemstad, Curacao
Phone: (09)-4612799
Fax : (09)-4612772
ARGENTINA
Vedia 3892 Capital Federal
CP:1430 Buenos Aires
Phone/Fax: (011)-4544 2047
BRASIL
Philips da Amazonia Ind. Elet.Ltda.
Rua Verbo Divino, 1400 -Sao Paulo-SP CEP-04719-002
-
Phone: 11 2121 0203 São Paulo & 0800-701-0203 - Other Regions without São Paulo City.
CHILE
Philips Chilena S.A.
Avenida Santa Maria 0760
P.O. box 2687Santiago de Chile
Phone: (02)-730 2000
Fax : (02)-777 6730
COLOMBIA
Industrias Philips de Colombia
S.A.-Division de Servicio
CARRERA 15 Nr. 104-33
Bogota, Colombia
Phone: (01)-8000-111001 (toll free)
Fax : (01)-619-4300/619-4104
MEXICO
Consumer Information Centre
Norte 45 No.669
Col. Industrial Vallejo
C.P.02300, -Mexico, D.F.
Phone: (05)-3687788 / 9180050462
Fax : (05)-7284272
PARAGUAY
Av. Rca. Argentina 1780c/ Alfredo Seiferheld
P.O. BOX 605
Phone: (595 21)-664 333
Fax : (595 21)-664 336
Customer Desk:
Phone: 009 800 54 1 0004
PERU
Philips Peruana S.A.
Customer Desk
Comandante Espinar 719
Casilla 1841
Limab18
Phone: (01)-2136200
Fax : (01)-2136276
URUGUAY
Rambla O'Higgins 5303 Montevideo
Uruguay
Phone: (598)-619 66 66
Fax : (598)-619 77 77
Customer Desk:
Phone: 0004054176
VENEZUELA
Industrias Venezolanas Philips S.A.
Apartado Postal 1167
Caracas 1010-A
Phone: (02) 2377575
Fax : (02) 2376420
Canada
CANADA
Philips Electronics Ltd.
281 Hillmount Road Markham Ontario,
L6C 2S3
Phone: 800- 479-6696
Fax:905-887-3974
Pacific
AUSTRALIA
Philips Consumer Electronics
Customer Care Centre.
Level 1, 65 Epping Rd
North Ryde NSW 2113
Phone: 1300 363 391
Fax:+61 2 9947 0063
NEW ZEALAND
Philips New Zealand Ltd.
Consumer Help Desk
2 Wagener Place, Mt.Albert
P.O. box 1041
Auckland
Phone: 0800 477 999 (Toll Free)
Fax:0800 288 588
Asia
BANGLADESH
Philips Service Centre
100 Kazi Nazrul Islam
Avenue Kawran Bazar C/A
Dhaka-1215
Phone: (02)-812909
Fax : (02)-813062
CHINA
SHANHAI
Rm 1007, No. 501 Wuning road,
200063 Shanghai
P.R. China
Phone: 800 820 5128 (Toll Free)
Fax:21-52710058
HONG KONG
Philips Electronics Hong Kong Limited
Consumer Service
Unit A, 10/F. Park Sun Building
103-107 Wo Yi Hop Road
Kwai Chung, N.T.
Hong Kong
Phone: (852) 2619-9663
Fax: (852) 2481 5847
INDIA
Phone: (020)-712 2048 ext 2765
Fax:(020)-712 1558
BOMBAY
Philips India
Customer Relation Centre
Bandbox House
254-D Dr. A Besant Road, Worli
Bombay 400 025
CALCUTTA
Customer Relation Centre
7 justice Chandra Madhab Road
Calcutta 700 020
MADRAS
Customer Relation Centre
3, Haddows Road
Madras 600 006
NEW DELHI
Customer Relation Centre
68, Shivaji Marg
New Dehli 110 015
INDONESIA
Philips Group of Companies in Indonesia
Consumer Information Centre
Jl.Buncit Raya Kav. 99-100
12510 Jakarta
Phone: (021)-7940040 Ext 2100
Fax : (021)-7947511 / 7947539
KOREA
Philips Korea Ltd.
Philips House
C.P.O. box 3680
260-199, Itaewon-Dong.
Yongsan-Ku, Seoul 140-202
Phone: 080 600 6600 (Toll Free)
Fax:(02)709 1245
MALAYSIA
After Market Solutions Sdn Bhd,
Philips Authorised Service Center,
Lot 6, Jalan 225, Section 51A,
46100 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor Darul Ehsan,
Malaysia
Phone: (603)-7954 9619/ 7956 3695
Fax:(03)-7954 8504
Customer Careline: 1800-880-180
PAKISTAN
Philips Consumer Information Centre
Mbuarak manzil,
39, Garden Road, Saddar,
Karachi-74400
Phone: (9221)-2737 411-16
Fax:(9221)-2721 167
E-Mail:[email protected]
PHILIPPINES
Philips Electronics&Lighting, Inc.
Consumer Electronics
48F PBCOM Tower
6795 Ayala Avenue cor VA Rufino St.
Salcedo Village
1227 Makati City, PHILS
Phone: (02)-888 0572 , Domestic Toll Free:1-800-10-PHILIPS or 1-800-10-744 5477
Fax:(02)-888 0571
SINGAPORE
Accord Customer Care Solutions Ltd
Authorized Philips Service Center
Consumer Service
620A Lorong 1 Toa Payoh
Singapore 319762
Phone:+65 6882 3999
Fax:+65 6250 8037
TAIWAN
Philips Taiwan Ltd.
Consumer Information Centre
13F, No. 3-1 Yuan Qu St., Nan Gang Dist.,
Taipei, 115, Taiwan
Phone: 0800-231-099
Fax:(02)-3789 2641
THAILAND
Philips Electronics Thailand Ltd.
26-28th floor, Thai Summit Tower
1768 New Petchburi Road
Khwaeng Bangkapi, Khet Huaykhwang
Bangkok 10320 Thailand
Phone : (66) 2-652 8652
email:cic [email protected]
Africa
MOROCCO
Philips Electronique Maroc
304,BD Mohamed V
Casablanca
Phone: (02)-302992
Fax : (02)-303446
SOUTH AFRICA
PHILIPS SA (PTY) LTD
Customer Care Centre
195 Main Road
Martindale, Johannesburg
P.O. box 58088
Newville 2114
Phone: +27 (0)11-471 5194
Fax : +27 (0)11-471 5123
Middle East
DUBAI
Philips Middle East B.V.
Consumer Information Centre
P.O.Box 7785
DUBAI
Phone: (04)-3353666
Fax : (04)-3353999
Frequently Asked Questions
1.
What does the "Designed for Windows" logo signify?
The "Designed for Windows" logo means your Philips monitor fulfills the requirements and
recommendations of the PC9x (97, 98, or 99) System Design Guide and passes stringent WHQL
tests.
2.
What models are Mac compatible?
All listed Philips monitors are Mac compatible. BUT, you may need an adapter to connect the
monitor to your Mac system. Please contact your dealer/reseller for details.
3.
What is TCO?
TCO is a Swedish abbreviation for the Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees.
4.
What is MPR?
MPR is a Swedish abbreviation for the Swedish National Board of Measurement and Testing.
5.
What are the differences between MPRII, TCO92, TCO95, TCO99 and TCO'03?
In the general hierarchy of standards, TCO'03/TCO99 is the highest level of certification. Next is
TCO95, which is "better" than TCO92, which, in turn, is better than MPRII. Below, we compare the
standards in each category.
-TCO 92 Phase out: June 30, 2000
-TCO 95 Will be end December 31, 2003
Emissions:
MPRII: Set low emission rules for visual displays.
TCO92: Imposed more stringent standards than MPRII.
TCO95: Further toughened TCO92 rules.
TCO99: Delineated even more severe standards and test procedures than TCO95.
TCO'03: Same as TCO99 standard + Testing uncertainty.
Safety:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92/95/99/03: All set requirements.
Energy Saving:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92: Standby mode < 30W, Off mode < 8W
TCO95: Standby mode < 30W, Off mode < 8W
TCO99: Standby mode < 15W, Off mode < 5W
TCO'03:Standby mode < 4W, Off mode < 3W
Visual Ergonomics:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92: No requirement.
TCO95: Set ergonomic rules including minimum contrast level, flicker and jitter.
TCO99: Tightened TCO95 rules.
TCO'03: Tighten TCO99 rule for CRT and new requirement of screen color for TFT LCD Monitors.
Ecology:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92: No requirement.
TCO95: Set general ecological standards including recycling preparation, environmental policy
and environmental certification.
TCO99: Further tightened TCO95 norms.
TCO'03:Require the recycling information to users.
6. How do I enable the energy saving function?
Go to 'My Computer' and select 'Control Panel' followed by "Monitor Control". Select "All default
selection" and choose your Philips monitor model from the default driver list. Plug and Play will
automatically enable the EPA tick box for you. In DOS or Windows 3.1, you must first make sure
your PC supports power saving.
7. What is refresh rate?
"Refresh rate" describes the number of times an entire screen is vertically scanned each second.
In other words: If a monitor's refresh rate is 85 Hz, its screen is refreshed - or vertically scanned -
85 times per second. A higher refresh rate means better image stability and less flicker. A high
refresh rate helps users who work long hours in front of a monitor avoid eye fatigue and stress. To
change the refresh rate, go into "Start/Settings / Control Pannel / Display / Properties /
Setting/Advance/Adaptor" Windows settings of the computer, the monitor will automatically adjust
itself to the video card.
8. Why does the picture on the screen appear to flicker?
A low refresh rate or electrical interference typically causes flickering in the picture. Possible
solutions include the following:
z Verify that the proper drivers are installed for your video card
z Make sure that all electrical devices (such as mobile phones) are at least 1m from the
monitor
z Place the monitor in another physical location away from electrical interference
z Adjust the refresh rate to 75hz or higher.
9. How do I adjust my monitor's resolution?
Available resolutions are determined by the capabilities of your video card and graphic driver.
Under Windows '95, you may select the desired available resolution through the 'Display
properties/Settings' menu.
10. How can I adjust the size, position and rotation of my screen?
Depending on the model you own, you can use your CustoMax Software, On Screen Display
(OSD) or control knobs located on the monitor.
11. What if I get lost when making monitor adjustments?
Simply press OK button then select "Reset to factory settings" to restore all settings.
Press and hold the OSD menu key for about 15 seconds until picture displays "OSD MAIN MENU
UNLOCKED"
12. My screen shows NO SYNC INPUT , how can I get rid of this?
Check the following for possible solutions:
z Bent pins on the video cable
z Make sure the computer is turned on
z Ensure the VGA Cable is properly connected
z Ensure the BNC/D-Sub connector on the rear of the monitor is in the correct position,
newer models have this option in the On Screen Display under Input Signal Selection.
z Video card may be not a VESA standard (try the monitor with another computer)
13. Why does my monitor display "Out of Range"?
The video card installed in your computer may be too high for the monitor 's specifications. Please
contact your computer manufacturer for details on how to lower resolution for your operating
system.
14. What is Moire? Why does my monitor have this wavy phenomenon?
Moire is a natural effect or phenomenon of CRT that has the appearance of a wavy pattern, which
is repetitive and superimposed on the screen as ripple images. These are a few suggestions to
help reduce or minimize the effects:
z Some monitors have a Moire cancellation feature, activate it to the on position or adjust the
Moire cancellation function via the OSD on the monitor.
z Change resolution to the recommended standard for the specific monitor size.
z Change Window viewing pattern/scheme to a pattern where the Moire is less visible.
z Change horizontal and vertical size to optimize the reduction of the Moire effect.
15. My monitor appears to be missing one or more colors. How do I correct this?
z If the OSD menu is also missing a color, please contact service for details
z Set color temperature to 9300 color coordination
z Check the video cable for any bent pins
z Video card could be defective (try the monitor with another computer).
16. When I degauss my monitor, it makes a loud noise. Is this normal?
Yes, when degaussing your monitor via the OSD, it is normal for the monitor to make a relatively
loud noise. Please be aware that many models will not degauss more than once within any given
time period (up to 10 minutes). This is due to the unit having a temperature sensitive resistor.
While the unit is degaussing, the resistor increases in value with heat and once it reaches a
certain temperature, the resistance will rise and prevent voltage from reaching the degaussing
coil. This is what stops the degausser, and this device's resistance will decrease as it cools back
off, enabling the degauss function to operate again. This is an intentional design and is an
industry standard, not just for Philips monitors. Please be aware that not all models in the Philips
range has this manual degauss function. Some models are built with an auto degauss feature
which automatically degausses the monitor when it is switched on.
17. How do I adjust the picture on the screen?
Please perform the following to correct the picture image:
z Reset your monitor via the OSD menu
z Adjust the Horz (width) and/or Vert size (height) in the OSD
z Change monitor timing to work at the recommended resolution
18. The edge of the picture on the screen appears to be distorted. How can I correct this?
Please perform the following to correct the picture image:
z A magnetic or electrical interference typically causes poor geometry in the picture. Place
the monitor in a different physical location
z Reset the monitor to the factory preset via the OSD menu
z Access the Geometry Menu in the OSD of the Monitor and perform the necessary
adjustments
z Change the monitor timing to the recommended resolution
19. The picture appears too dim. How can I correct this?
Adjust Brightness and/or Contrast via the monitor 's OSD. Some models have a Video Input
Select
under Advanced Controls in the monitor 's OSD. Most computers require it to be set at 0.7V.
Please review the following for possible solutions:
z If the OSD menu is also dim, please contact service for repair
z Reset the monitor via the OSD menu
z Change the color temperature settings to 9300 color coordination via the OSD menu
z Set the Contrast to maximum level (100) and Brightness to middle level (50)
20. How can I increase the color display of my monitor?
The amount of video memory your video card holds determines the amount of colors that can be
displayed on your computer screen. To get the most out of your video card, you will need to either
install the latest drivers onto your computer or upgrade the video cards memory. Please check
with your computer or video card manufacturer for further details.
21. Why is there no picture on my monitor?
z Check the wall socket for power. Verify that there is power by connecting another product.
z Ensure the power cable is correctly attached to both the wall socket and the monitor.
z Check that the power button is switched on.
z Unplug the monitor for approx. 1 minute and plug it in again. Switch the monitor back on.
22. Why is there no picture on my monitor even though the power LED is yellow/amber or
flashing green?
z Reboot your computer while holding the Ctrl key on your computer. If you see any picture
during the boot procedure, please verify the settings of your video card (for Windows go to
Control Panel and select Display).
z Check that the video cable is not damaged, bent or that any of the pins in the connector are
damaged (please be aware that some VGA connectors have one missing pin). If damaged,
replace with a new cable.
z Check that the cable is attached correctly to the computer.
z Press any key on the keyboard to wake-up the computer from power saving mode.
23. Why is there no picture on my monitor even though the power LED is green?
z Verify the Contrast and Brightness setting of the monitor. First press and hold the 5 (-)
button to increase Contrast and then press and hold the 4 (+) button to increase
Brightness. These buttons are located on the front of your monitor.
z Press both the 5(-) button and the OK button at the same time to switch input A|B.
z Try and repeat step 48 above.
24. Why does the picture disappear after I press the on/off button quickly?
This is a unique Philips feature designed to preserve the life of your monitor. Please allow 5
seconds between powering off and on your monitor, your picture will then be restored.
Glossary
A
Autoscan
A microprocessor-based feature of Philips Brilliance monitors is able to detect automatically
horizontal and vertical frequencies of input signals with those of the installed video card. An
autoscan monitor can thus operate with a wide range of video cards. MultiSync, a registered
trademark of NEC, provides a similar function.
B
Balanced pincushion
See Geometric distortion
BNC connection
A special construction of connector used in some monitors with higher horizontal scanning
frequency. The BNC connection can provide the optimum shielding and matching characteristic
impedance of video signal path to ensure the best video performance.
C
CE Mark
CE mark is displayed on products per EMC and LV ( low Voltage Device ) directives in
compliance with European Community safety, EMI and EMS requirements and is compulsory on
products for sale in the European Community.
Color temperature
A way of describing the color of a radiating source in terms of the temperature (in degrees Kelvin)
of a black body radiating with the same dominant frequency as the source.
Most Philips monitors offer the possibility of setting the color temperature to any desired value.
Contrast
The ratio between the brightness of the brightest and darkest parts of a picture. The darkest part
of a picture is set by the brightness of the unexcited phosphor, which is governed by the degree
with which ambient light is reflected. Contrast is therefore reduced in conditions of high ambient
light levels. Black Matrix tubes reflect less ambient light so exhibit higher contrast than other
tubes.
Convergence error
Bean misalignment causing one or more of the three beams passing through the wrong aperture
in the shadow mask and striking a phosphor dot in the wrong triad.
Convergence error is expressed in mm often at three well-defined points on the screen,
designated A, B and C (see figure ). Also known as misconvergence.
Points where convergence error is specified.
Convergence-error correction
A method of correcting for convergence error to insure that all three beams land simultaneously
in the same triad. This is usually accomplished by means of special convergence-error correction
coils in the deflection yoke.
CRT
Cathode-ray tube - the general term for all tubes in which one or more electron beams emitted by
a cathode are periodically scanned across a phosphor screen by means of deflection circuitry. A
special form of the cathode-ray tube is the TV and monitor picture tube.
D
DDC (Display Data Channel)
DDC is a communication channel for displays and computers. The DDC feature allows the
monitor controller to be automatically configured to make optimal use of the display without
manual user interaction. DDC is implemented as part of the new Plug & Play approach
introduced into the PC market to increase user friendliness.
The three levels developed for Plug & play are: (1) DDC1, monitor send data to the PC; (2)
DDC2B, PC can request information from monitor; and (3) DDC2Bi which is a two-way
communication - monitor can be addressed and PC or graphics board can give commands to
monitor.
DDC 1/2B
See DDC.
DDC 2Bi
See DDC.
Degaussing
The procedure of demagnetizing the shadow mask and associated metal parts of a picture tube
at switch-on to minimize picture distortion. This is usually accomplished by means of a special
degaussing coil through which a decaying alternating current is passed to generate an alternating
magnetic field that gradually decays to demagnetize the tube. Some monitors offer a manual
degaussing facility that can be activated at any time.
Digital control
Microprocessor-based digital control of picture parameters and video modes for complete control
of picture settings and modes and instant recall of all settings at the push of a button. This is a
very advanced feature that allows the user to switch to any required mode at any instant without
having to spend time readjusting the picture. It is currently available in most Philips monitors.
Dot pitch
The shortest distance between two phosphor dots of the same color on the screen. The smaller
the dot pitch, the better the resolution of the monitor.
Dot rate
Frequency in MHz of the dot clock. It is a measure of the speed with which data is transferred
between the video card and subsequent processing circuitry.
Also known as video dot rate.
E
Electromagnetic radiation standards
International standards set to limit electromagnetic emissions from monitors. There are currently
two important standards both derived from regulations originally laid down by Swedish
authorities.
MPR-II
The standard originally proposed by the Swedish National Board of Measurement and Testing. It
set maximum levels of electromagnetic radiation emitted by monitors, and has now been adopted
as a world standard. MPR-II defines maximum permitted electrostatic, magnetic and electric field
levels measured at a distance of 50 cm from the center of the monitor (see table).
TCO
In 1991, the Swedish Tjänstemannens Central Organization (TCO, Swedish confederation of
Professional Employees ) set a standard even more severe than MPR-II, especially for
alternating electric fields (AEF). The TCO standard is more severe since not only are the
permitted field levels reduced compared with MPR-II, but the measuring distance is also reduced
(see table).
Electromagnetic radiation standards
EMI (Electrical Magnetic Interference)
The electrical and/or magnetic radiation coming from the working electrical or electronic
equipment.
EMS (Electrical Magnetic Sustainment)
The ability of electrical or electronic equipment to function properly in the environment with
electrical and/or magnetic interference.
F
Flicker
Very rapid variations in picture intensity caused by the finite time required for the electron beam
to scan a picture onto the screen. Two kinds of flicker occur: line flicker caused by the electron
beam scanning-in each line of the picture; and frame flicker (or field flicker if the picture is
interlaced) caused by the frame repetition rate of 50 frames/second. Frame flicker is noticeable
with GUI and DTP software (which have a light background), and can be very disturbing,
especially for those who work regularly with displays - contributing to eye strain, headaches,
visual blurring, stress, etc. The problem can, however, be eliminated by increasing the refresh
rate (number of frames/second) of the monitor to a value above around 70 Hz. Sensitivity to
flicker appears to diminish with increasing age.
H
Hertz
The unit of frequency named after the physicist Heinrich Hertz (1857-1894). 1 hertz (Hz) is equal
to 1 cycle/second.
Horizontal dot pitch
See Dot pitch.
Horizontal scanning frequency
Also called line frequency and expressed in kHz, it is the number of video lines written on the
screen every second (from left to right). The higher the horizontal scanning frequency, the better
the resolution (i.e., the higher the resolution and/or the higher the refresh rate).
I
INF File
INF file (Information File)
Information (INF) files store information in a specific format. The set-up functions retrieve
information from the INF file to use when performing installation operations. Examples of the type
of information stored in an INF file include INI and registry changes, file names, and locations of
the source files on source media.
Interlaced/non-interlaced
Interlaced.
The method of writing a picture on the screen by initially writing all even lines and subsequently
writing all odd lines of the picture. Result: The complete picture is composed of two interlaced
half pictures (or fields). With interlacing, a vertical (or field) frequency of 50 Hz means a picture
(or frame) frequency of 25 Hz.
Non-interlaced.
The method of writing a picture on the screen by successive video lines of the picture so that a
full frame is written onto the screen in one vertical sweep of the beams. With a non-interlaced
display, a vertical frequency of 50 Hz means a picture (or frame) frequency of 50 Hz. At any
given resolution, non-interlaced modes are preferable to interlaced modes; however, generation
of non-interlaced modes is more expensive.
L
Linearity
The degree to measure the actual location of a pixel on the screen corresponds with its intended
location. ( see figure )
Line frequency
See Horizontal scanning frequency.
Low-emission monitor
A monitor that complies with international standards on radiation.
See Electromagnetic radiation standards.
Low-frequency electric and magnetic fields
Alternating fields generated by the deflection yoke. These are subject to increasing attention,
notably by governing authorities, the trade and the press. Although there is no scientific evidence
that monitor emissions are harmful, much effort has gone into reducing emissions on the
principle of better safe than sorry. Currently, there are two areas of interest: very-low frequency
(VLF) electric and magnetic fields extending from 2 kHz to 400 kHz, and extreme low frequency
(ELF) fields extending from 5 Hz to 2 kHz.
See also Electromagnetic radiation standards.
M
Moiré effect
A fringe pattern arising from the interference between two superimposed line patterns.
In a monitor it comes from the interference between the shadow mask pattern and the video
information (video moiré), and between the shadow mask pattern and the horizontal line pattern
(scan moiré). It shows itself as wavy patterns on the screen and becomes more noticeable as
monitor resolution increases. Since the video signal varies continuously, little can be done about
video moiré. Scan moiré depends on the horizontal scanning frequency and can be alleviated by
appropriate choice of frequency. Autoscan (MultiSync) monitors, which operate over a range of
scanning frequencies, may sometimes exhibit moiré in certain video modes.
MPR
See Electromagnetic radiation standards.
MultiSync monitor
See Autoscan monitor.
N
Non-interlaced
See Interlaced/non-interlaced.
O
OSD (On Screen Display)
The feature that allows an end user to adjust screen performance and parameters of monitors
directly through an on-screen instruction window. See CustoMax in CrystalClear section.
Overscan
The practice in which areas without useful video information are scanned outside the visible
screen area in order to make maximum use of the screen for display of active video information.
This practice is occasionally necessary because some video cards generate a video pattern that
is smaller than the visible screen area, resulting in an image that is smaller (and less legible) than
it needs to be.
P
Parallelogram Distortion
See Geometric distortion.
Phosphor
Generic name for the class of substances that exhibit luminescence. To produce a picture on
screen, phosphors are deposited on the inner surface of the picture-tube screen and excited into
luminescence by the electron beam. Typical examples of phosphors are P22 medium short-
persistence phosphor and EBU high-color-saturation phosphor.
Pin-cushion Distortion
See Geometric distortion.
Pixel
Abbreviation for picture element, the smallest element of the picture that can be displayed on the
screen. The smaller the pixel size, the better the resolution of the monitor. Pixel size is
determined by the size of the electron spot on the screen and not necessarily by the phosphor
dot pitch (the size of the triad). Thus, a monitor with a large electron spot covering several triads
can exhibit poor resolution even though its dot pitch is small.
Pixel frequency
The number of pixels that can be written in a video line per second.
Pixel rate
See pixel frequency
Plug-and-Play
See DDC. See USB section.
R
Raster
The area on screen that electron beam can reach.
Refresh rate
See Vertical scanning frequency.
Resolution
The number of pixels that can be displayed on the screen. The resolution is specified as the
number of pixels in a line multiplied by the number of horizontal lines.
See also video graphic adapter.
Rotation function
The feature that allows users to adjust the whole screen rotating to be horizontal.
Because of the magnetic field of earth, the screen of monitor will be tilt when the screen faces
toward the different direction.
S
Screen coatings
Anti-Static coatings
Due to bombardment by beam electrons, monitor screens become electrically charged when in
use. Electrically charged screens surfaces can attract dust particles. An Anti-Static coating is a
conductive coating deposited on the screen (or on a glass panel immediately in front of the
screen) that conducts away the charge and prevents screen dust build-up.
AGAS (Anti-Glare, Anti-Static) coating
AGAS is a silica coating applied to the surface of the screen by a spinning and spraying process.
It operates by diffusing reflected light to blur images of light sources on the screen. To provide
anti-static properties, the coating is impregnated with small conductive particles.
ARAS (Anti-Reflection, Anti-Static) coating
ARAS is one of the most effective anti-reflection/anti-static screen treatments currently available.
It is composed of a multi-layer structure of transparent dielectric material that suppresses
specular reflections by broadband interference effects at the screen surface. Anti-static
properties are provided by a single conductive layer within the multi-layer structure.
With ARAS, the intensity of reflected light is reduced from around 4.5% of the incident light (the
reflectivity of uncoated screens) to less than 0.5%. ARAS also has a major advantage over other
screen treatments: It doesn't diffuse or scatter reflected light, so picture contrast and sharpness
remain completely unimpaired. It's also easy to clean and tough enough to withstand
commercially available cleaning agents.
The ARAS coating reflects only about 0.5% of the incident light.
AGARAS (Anti-Glare Anti-Reflection Anti-Static) coating
.
A combined anti-reflection, anti-glare, anti-static coating.
Self-test function
A monitor equipped with hardware or software to automatically detect cable connection status.
Shape
Deviation of a reproduced picture from its intended shape. The following types of distortion are
most common:
SOG (Synchronization On Green)
A properly functioning color monitor requires five kinds of signals: horizontal sync pulse, vertical
sync pulse, red color signal, green color signal and blue color signal. Signals from a PC are
transmitted to a monitor using one of three methods:
1. Separate sync: Horizontal and Vertical sync signals transmitted separately
2. Composite sync: Horizontal and vertical sync pulses mixed into a single signal train.
3. SOG: Horizontal and vertical sync pulses mixed, then combined with the green color signal.
T
TCO
See Electromagnetic radiation standards.
Tilt function
See rotation function.
Trapezoid distortion
See Geometrical distortion.
TTL signal
A TTL (Transistor-transistor-logic) signal is a digital signal level for controlling the screen colors.
With TTL driving, the red, green and blue signals can only be switched on or off or provided with
an intensity signal. A TTL-driven monitor can thus display a maximum of 64 colors. Video
standards such as MDA, CGA and EGA are based on TTL level.
U
USB or Universal Serial Bus
A smart plug for PC peripherals. USB automatically determines resources (like driver software
and bus bandwidth) required by peripherals. USB makes necessary resources available without
user intervention.
z USB eliminates "case angst" -- the fear of removing the computer case to install add-on
peripherals. And USB also eliminates adjustment of complicated IRQ settings when
installing new peripherals.
z USB does away with "port gridlock." Without USB, PCs are normally limited to one printer,
two Com port devices (usually a mouse and modem), one Enhanced Parallel Port add-on
(scanner or video camera, for example) and a joystick. More and more peripherals for
multimedia computers arrive on the market every day. With USB, up to 127 devices can
run simultaneously on a computer.
z USB permits "hot plug-in." There's no need to shut down, plug in, reboot and run set-up to
install peripherals. And no need to go through the reverse process to unplug a device.
In short, USB transforms today's "Plug-and-Pray" into true Plug-and-Play!
Hub
A Universal Serial Bus device that provides additional connections to the Universal Serial Bus.
Hubs are a key element in the plug-and-play architecture of USB. The Figure shows a typical
hub. Hubs serve to simplify USB connectivity from the user's perspective and provide robustness
at low cost and complexity.
Hubs are wiring concentrators and enable the multiple attachment characteristics of USB.
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 connection to another hub or function. Hubs can detect, attach and detach
at each downstream port and enable the distribution of power to downstream devices. Each
downstream port can be individually enabled and configured at either full or low speed. The hub
isolates low speed ports from full speed signaling.
A hub consists of two portions: the Hub Controller and Hub Repeater. The repeater is a protocol-
controlled switch between the upstream port and downstream ports. It also has hardware support
for reset and suspend/resume signaling. The controller provides the interface registers to allow
communication to/from the host. Hub specific status and control commands permit the host to
configure a hub and to monitor and control its ports.
Device
A logical or physical entity that performs a function. The actual entity described depends on the
context of the reference. At the lowest level, device may refer to a single hardware component,
as in a memory device. At a higher level, it may refer to a collection of hardware components that
perform a particular function, such as a Universal Serial Bus interface device. At an even higher
level, device may refer to the function performed by an entity attached to the Universal Serial
Bus; for example, a data/FAX modem device. Devices may be physical, electrical, addressable,
and logical.
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 towards the host. An upstream port is the port on a device electrically
closest to the host that generates upstream data traffic from the hub. Upstream ports receive
downstream data traffic.
UPS (Universal Power Supply)
The monitor with UPS feature can work in different countries with various mains voltage.
V
Vertical dot pitch
See Dot pitch.
Vertical scanning frequency
Expressed in Hz, this is the number of fields written to the screen every second in interlaced
mode. In non-interlaced mode vertical scanning frequency is the number of frames (complete
pictures) written to the screen every second (also known as refresh rate).
Vertical sync pulses
A train of square shaped waveforms that define the start of a new frame.
VESA
Video Electronic Standards Association, a consortium of manufacturers formed to establish and
maintain industry-wide standards for video cards and monitors. VESA was instrumental in the
introduction of the Super VGA and Extended VGA video graphics standards (see Video graphics
adapters) with a refresh rate of 70 Hz, minimizing flicker and helping to reduce operator eyes
fatigue and stress.
Video dot rate
See Dot rate.
Video graphics adapters
A card equipped with a character or graphic generator and video memory, which maps to the
screen. A microprocessor scans video memory and translates bit information from the computer
into displayable video signals for the monitor. These cards comply with various standards that
determine the nature and quality of the display.
VGA (Video Graphics Array), introduced in 1987, was the first analog card. It offered still higher
resolution than EGA: 640 X 480 pixels for graphics and 720 x 400 pixels for text, and a color
palette of 256 colors. VGA could also emulate EGA and CGA.
Super VGA, devised by VESA in 1989, offers a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels.
Extended VGA, introduced by VESA in 1991, offers a top resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels (non-
interlaced) and a refresh rate slightly higher than IBM's XGA 8514A.
High-end, graphics adapters, introduced over the last three years for professional workstations,
offer top resolutions from 1280 x 1024 to 1600 x 1280, horizontal line frequencies up to 90 kHz
and bandwidths up to 200 MHz.
VIS (Viewable Image Size)
The real screen dimensions that users can see measured diagonally. The VIS of a monitor is
always less than the so called screen size of a monitor. For example, the VIS of a 17-inch
monitor is only about 16 inches. It depends on the useful screen size of CRT and the opening of
a monitor's front cabinet.
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