FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
•Safety and Troubleshooting
•General FAQs
•Screen Adjustments
•Compatibility with Other Peripherals
•LCD Panel Technology
•Ergonomics, Ecology and Safety Standards
•Troubleshooting
•Regulatory Information
•Other Related Information
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
General FAQs
Q:When I install my monitor what should I do if the screen shows 'Cannot display this video mode'?
A:Recommended video mode for Philips 20": 1680x1050 @60Hz.
1.Unplug all cables, then connect your PC to the monitor that you used previously.
2.In the Windows Start Menu, select Settings/Control Panel. In the Control Panel Window, select the Display icon. Inside the Display Control Panel, select the 'Settings' tab. Under the setting tab, in box labeled 'desktop area', move the slidebar to 1680x1050 pixels (20").
3.Open 'Advanced Properties' and set the Refresh Rate to 60Hz, then click OK.
4.Restart your computer and repeat step 2 and 3 to verify that your PC is set at 1680x1050@60Hz (20").
5.Shut down your computer, disconnect your old monitor and reconnect your Philips LCD monitor.
6.Turn on your monitor and then turn on your PC.
Q:What does 'refresh rate' mean in connection with an LCD monitor?
A:The refresh rate is of much less relevance for LCD monitors. LCD monitors display a stable,
Q:What are the .inf and .icm files on the
A:These are the driver files for your monitor. Follow the instructions in your user manual to install the drivers. Your computer may ask you for monitor drivers (.inf and . icm files) or a driver disk when you first install your monitor. Follow the instructions to insert the ( companion
file:///E/200CW8/200CW8