Philips 190XL user manual FAQs Frequently Asked Questions, General FAQs

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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 19": 1280x1024 @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 1280x1024 pixels (19").

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 1280x1024@60Hz (19").

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, flicker-free image at 60Hz. There is no visible difference between 85Hz and 60Hz.

Q:What are the .inf and .icm files on the CD-ROM? How do I install the drivers (.inf and . icm)?

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 CD-ROM) included in this package. Monitor drivers (.inf and . icm files) will be installed automatically.

Q:How do I adjust the resolution?

A:Your video card/graphic driver and monitor together determine the available resolutions. You can select the desired resolution under Windows® Control Panel

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Contents Philips LCD Monitor Electronic User’s Manual Safety precautions and maintenance Safety and Troubleshooting InformationInstallation Locations Page General FAQs FAQs Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Auto function? What if I get lost when I am making monitor adjustments?What does the Refresh Rate mean for LCD? Will the LCD screen be resistant to scratches?How should I clean the LCD surface? Screen AdjustmentsQCan I change the color setting of my monitor? What is the FPadjust program on the CD-ROM?How do LCDs compare to CRTs in terms of radiation? Compatibility with other PeripheralsCan I connect my LCD monitor to any PC, workstation or Mac? Are Philips LCD monitors Plug-and-Play?What is a USB hub ? What is USB Universal Serial Bus?What is a Liquid Crystal Display? LCD Panel TechnologyWhat are the advantages of TFT LCD compared with CRT? Why is there no flicker on an LCD Monitor? Ergonomics, Ecology and Safety StandardsWhat is the CE mark? Does the LCD monitor conform to general safety standards?Page Common Problems TroubleshootingImaging Problems Return to TOP Energy Star Declaration CE Declaration of ConformityOFF Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice U.S. OnlyCommission Federale de la Communication FCC Declaration FCC Declaration of ConformityVcci Notice Japan Only EN 55022 Compliance Czech Republic OnlyMIC Notice South Korea Only Polish Center for Testing and Certification NoticeVarning North Europe Nordic Countries InformationErgonomie Hinweis nur Deutschland Bsmi Notice Taiwan OnlyFor customers in Canada and U.S.A End-of-Life DisposalEarthed Information for UK onlyWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment-WEEE China RoHS Information for Users outside the U.S Information for Users in the U. SNotational Descriptions About This GuideReturn to TOP 190X7 Product FeaturesSmartImage Lite IntroductionWhy Need it? How to enable SmartImage LiteSmartResponse There are six modes to be selectedHow to use it? Technical SpecificationsWhere will it be effective? Lead-free ProductScanning Factory preset modes Resolution & Preset ModesPhysical Specifications Automatic Power SavingPin Assignment Pin Signal AssignmentPhysical Function Product ViewsTilt Philips Flat Panel Monitors Pixel Defect Policy Philips Pixel Defect PolicyProximity of Pixel Defects Black DOT Defects Acceptable Level Perfect Panel Warranty Philips SmartControl SmartManage Features and BenefitsIntroduction Click Philips SmartControl tab SmartManage SmartManage Return to TOP Front View Product Description Installing Your LCD MonitorRear View VolumeOptimizing Performance More about FPsetup4.3.exeReturn to TOP Connecting to Your PC Accessory PackCable management Return to TOP For Windows Your LCD MonitorFor Windows XP For Windows MeFor Windows Vista OSD Tree Description of the On Screen DisplayPage Page Page Return to TOP Customer Care & Warranty Your Philips F1rst Choice Warranty Just a click away Just a phone call away Your Guarantee in Central and Eastern Europe Just a click away Just a phone call away Your International Guarantee Limited Warranty Computer Monitor Before Requesting Service Just a phone call away F1rst Choice Contact Information Astline BelarusBulgaria Czech RepublicCroatia Bosnia & HerzegovinaEstonia HungaryRomania Macedonia LithuaniaSerbia & Montenegro SlovakiaPoland SloveniaRussia TurkeyArgentina AntillesBrasil ChileParaguay MexicoPeru UruguayCanada VenezuelaAustralia NEW ZealandChina BangladeshHong Kong IndiaMalaysia IndonesiaKorea Philippines PakistanSingapore TaiwanMorocco ThailandSouth Africa DubaiGlossary Contrast SUB Gamma IPS In Plane Switching Pixel SmartTouch controls USB or Universal Serial Bus Download and Print Installing FPadjust Program