Philips 200P3M user manual Why do we have environmentally labeled computers?

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Regulatory Information

Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO '99 approved and labeled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products.

Why do we have environmentally labeled computers?

In many countries, environmental labeling has become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature.

There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are important from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments. Since all methods of electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.

What does labeling involve?

This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for international and environmental labeling of personal computers. The labeling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens Energimyndighet (The Swedish National Energy Administration).

Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electric and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety.

The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and chlorinated solvents, among other things. The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its operational policy.

The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display, after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user.

Labeled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in respect of the reduction of electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergonomics and good usability.

Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from:

TCO Development

SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden

Fax: +46 8 782 92 07

Email (Internet): development@tco.se

Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labeled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/

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Contents File///D/K1/english/200p3mg/index.htm 1/3/2003 33416 PM Safety precautions and maintenance Safety and Troubleshooting InformationInstallation Locations Return to TOP About This Guide About This ManualNotational Descriptions Return to TOP Technical Specifications Product FeaturesProduct Information Video User definable modes Resolution & Preset ModesSync Automatic Power SavingPower Used Physical SpecificationsTmds Pin AssignmentPhysical Function Product ViewsTilt Swivel Front View Product Description Installing your LCD MonitorRear View Optimizing Performance More about FPsetup03.exe Description of the On Screen Display On-Screen DisplayOSD Tree Page Page Page Page Return to TOP North America Canada USA Customer Care & WarrantyGlossary Color temperatureEnergy Star Computers Programme Device Vertical refresh rate Download and Print Installing Your LCD monitor driverPrinting instructions To install FPadjust Program Installing FPadjust ProgramGeneral FAQs FAQs Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQs Frequently Asked Questions How do LCDs compare to CRTs in terms of radiation? Screen AdjustmentsCompatibility with other Peripherals LCD Panel Technology FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Ergonomics, Ecology, and Safety Standards Common Problems TroubleshootingImaging Problems Horizontal flicker appears Vertical flicker appearsTCO 95 Information Regulatory InformationEnvironmental Requirements What does labelling involve?Lead TCO 99 InformationWhy do we have environmentally labeled computers? Flame retardants Energy Star Declaration CE Declaration of ConformityCommission Federale de la Communication FCC Declaration Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice U.S. OnlyVcci Notice Japan Only EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic OnlyMIC Notice South Korea Only Class B ITEClass B Device North Europe Nordic Countries Information Polish Center for Testing and Certification NoticeBsmi Notice Taiwan Only Placering/VentilationPaikka/Ilmankierto Plassering/VentilasjonEnd-of-Life Disposal Ergonomie Hinweis nur DeutschlandInformation for UK only How to connect a plug Lead not simply over the three wires Information for Users in the U. S Other Related InformationInformation for Users outside the U.S Types of Pixel Defects Philips Pixel Defect PolicyPhilips Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Pixels and SubpixelsPixel Defect Tolerances Proximity of Pixel DefectsBlack DOT Defects Acceptable Level Accessory Pack Setting up and Connecting Your monitorConnect to PC Setting Up and Connecting Your monitor Connect to DVD/VCR/VCD Connect to Microphone and Earphone Return to TOP Vesa Standard Mounting 3Take off the mounting cover 4VESA mounting holes Getting Started Getting StartedFor Windows XP Return to TOP Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitor Your International Philips F1rst Choice WarrantyYour International Guarantee WHO is COVERED? What is COVERED? Limited Warranty Computer MonitorBefore Requesting Service Philips Customer Care Center, P. O. Box 2976, Longview, TX F1rst Choice Contact Information Eastern Europe Consumer Information CentersArgentina Canada NEW Zealand Fax 21-656Hong Kong Phone 91-20-712 2048 ext Fax 91-20-712Korea Domestic toll free 1-800-10-PHILIPS or 1-800-10-744Africa Dubai