Philips 140S Safety and Troubleshooting Information, Safety precautions and maintenance

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Safety & Troubleshooting

Safety and Troubleshooting Information

Safety Precautions and MaintenanceInstallation LocationsCorrect Handling of the LCD MonitorFAQsTroubleshootingRegulatory InformationOther Related 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:

Unplug the monitor, if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time.

Unplug the monitor, if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth. Wiping the screen with a dry cloth is possible when the power is off. However, never use alcohol, solvents, or ammonia-based liquids.

Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when following the instructions in this manual.

The casing cover should be opened only by qualified service personnel.

Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight and away from stoves or any other heat source.

Remove any object that could fall into the vents or prevent proper cooling of the monitor’s electronics.

Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet.

Keep the monitor dry. To avoid electric shock, do not expose it to rain or excessive moisture.

When positioning the monitor, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible.

If turning off the monitor by detaching power cable or DC power cord, wait for 6 seconds, then attach the power cable or DC power cord for normal operation.

To avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to the set, do not expose the monitor to rain or excessive moisture.

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.

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Installation Locations

Avoid Heat and Extreme Cold

Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold.

Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with large temperature differences. Choose a site

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Contents File///E/Potomac/english/140S/index.htm 4/19/2000 42402 PM Installation Locations Safety and Troubleshooting InformationSafety precautions and maintenance Correct handling of the monitor Return to TOP Notational Descriptions About This GuideOther Documents You May Need Return to TOP Product Information Product FeaturesTechnical Specifications Optical Characteristics Resolution & Preset ModesAutomatic Power Saving MacintoshPhysical Specifications Pin AssignmentViews Front View Product DescriptionInstalling your LCD Monitor Front ViewOptimizing Performance On-Screen Display Description of the On Screen DisplayOSD Tree Return to TOP Page Customer Care & Warranty North America Canada USAColor temperature GlossaryLCD Liquid Crystal Display Installing FPadjust Program Download and PrintInstalling Your LCD monitor driver To install FPadjust ProgramReturn to TOP FAQs Frequently Asked Questions General FAQsFAQs Frequently Asked Questions Page Screen Adjustments Compatibility with other Peripherals LCD Panel Technology FAQs Frequently Asked Questions Ergonomics, Ecology, and Safety Standards Return to TOP Troubleshooting Common ProblemsImaging Problems Return to TOP Regulatory Information Philips Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice U.S. Only EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic Only Varning Earthed How to connect a plug Information for Users outside the U.S Other Related InformationInformation for Users in the U. S Philips Pixel Defect Policy Philips Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect PolicyProximity of Pixel Defects Return to TOP Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC Replace the back cover on the monitor Return to TOP Getting Started Getting StartedOSD Controls BrightnessLanguage Adjust Position Brightness & Contrast Brightness & Contrast Video Noise not available on all Models OSD Controls Adjust Color not available on all models OSD Controls OSD Controls OSD Settings OSD Controls Product Information Reset to Factory Settings … to exit completely, press Button Close Main Controls Your International Philips F1rst Choice Warranty Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitorYour International Guarantee Limited Warranty Computer Monitor WHO is COVERED? What is COVERED?Before Requesting Service Philips Customer Care Center, P. O. Box 2976, Longview, TX