Philips 236V4 user manual Image Optimization, SmartContrast, Philips SmartControl Lite

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3. Image Optimization

3. Image Optimization

3.1 SmartContrast

What is it?

A unique technology that dynamically analyzes displayed content and automatically optimizes an LCD monitor's contrast ratio for maximum visual clarity and viewing enjoyment, stepping up backlighting for clearer, crisper and brighter images or dimming backlighting for clear display of images on dark backgrounds.

Why do I need it?

You want the very best visual clarity and viewing comfort for every type of content. SmartContrast dynamically controls contrast and adjusts backlighting for clear, crisp, bright gaming and video images or displays clear, readable text for office work. By reducing your monitor's power consumption, you save on energy costs and extend the lifetime of your monitor.

How does it work?

When you activate SmartContrast, it will analyse the content you are displaying in real time to adjust colors and control backlight intensity.This function will dynamically enhance contrast for a great entertainment experience when viewing videos or playing games.

3.2 Philips SmartControl Lite

The new SmartControl Lite software by Phillips allows you to control your monitor via an easy to use on-screen graphic interface. Complicated adjustments are a thing of the past as this user friendly software guides you through fine- tuning resolution, Color calibration, Clock/Phase adjustments, RGB White point adjustment, etc.

Equipped with latest technology in core algorithm for fast processing and response, this Windows 7 compliant eye catching animated

Icon based software is ready to enhance your experience with Philips monitors!

Installation

Follow the instruction and complete the installation.

You can launch after installation is completed.

If you want to launch later, you can either click the shortcut on desktop or toolbar.

First launch -Wizard

The first time after installation of SmartControl Lite, it will automatically go to Wizard for first time launch.

The wizard will guide you through adjusting your monitor performance step by step.

You can go to Plug-in menu to launch wizard later on as well.

You can adjust more options without wizard by Standard pane.

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Contents Troubleshooting & FAQs Table of Contents Operation Safety precautions and mainte- nanceNotational Descriptions Weee Disposal of product and packing materialWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Installation Setting up the monitorOFF Operating the monitorModel 236V4LHA OSD MenuDisplay interface is shown as below Model 236V4L Model 236V4LAPress the release button to detach the base column Remove Base Stand and BaseRemove the Base Stand 100mm Philips SmartControl Lite Image OptimizationSmartContrast Start with Standard pane Adjust menu Color menu Image Optimization At startup will not load when this box is unchecked Disabled Exit Close SmartControl Lite Task Tray Menu Disabled YES Technical SpecificationsTFT-LCD LEDSelective models, UL/cUL, BSMI, ISO9241-307 Mtbf30,000hrs Environmental Rohs YES EpeatResolution & Preset Modes Vesa Power ManagementOnly for selective models Regulatory InformationLead-free Product Brand owner offers take-back optionsGS EK1-20002011 GS mark requirement Epeat Electronic Product EnvironmentalCommission Federale de la Communication FCC Declaration Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice U.S. OnlyRegulatory Infomation Achtung Beim Aufstellen VarningVaroitus EU Energy Label China RoHSTypes of Pixel Defects Customer care and warrantyPhilips’ Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Pixels and Sub pixelsDark subpixel Black Dot DefectsProximity of Pixel Defects Total bright dot defects of all typesCustomer Care & Warranty CPS IBAFujitsu AL Shahd Computer L.L.C Contact Information for Apmea regionSatisfactory, you can do manual adjustments via the OSD menu TroubleshootingImage appears distorted.Text is fuzzy or blurred General FAQsQ10 Are Philips LCD monitors Plug-and- Play? Q7 How should I clean the LCD surface?Troubleshooting & FAQs Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved