Philips 19SI user manual SmartContrast, What is it?, Why do I need it?, How does it work?

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Product Information

1.Office Work: Enhances text and dampens brightness to increase readability and reduce eye strain. This mode significantly enhances readability and productivity when you’re working with spreadsheets, PDF files, scanned articles or other general office applications.

2.Image Viewing: This profile combines color saturation, dynamic contrast and sharpness enhancement to display photos and other images with outstanding clarity in vibrant colors – all without artifacts and faded colors.

3.Entertainment: Ramped up luminance, deepened color saturation, dynamic contrast and razor sharpness displays every details in darker areas of your videos without color washout in brighter areas maintaining a dynamic natural values for the ultimate video display.

4.Economy: Under this profile, brightness, contrast are adjusted and backlighting fine-tuned for just right display of everyday office applications and lower power consumption.

5.Off: No optimization by SmartImage.

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SmartContrast

What is it?

Unique technology that dynamically analyzes displayed content and automatically optimizes a 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 active SmartContrast which will analysis the content you are displaying in real time to adjust colors and control backlight intensity. This

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19SI specifications

The Philips 19SI is a compact and efficient display designed to meet the needs of everyday users, whether for professional environments or personal use. With its sleek design and focus on functionality, it has become a popular choice among consumers looking for a reliable monitor.

One of the standout features of the Philips 19SI is its exceptional image quality. The display utilizes a 19-inch TFT LCD panel that delivers vibrant colors and sharp details. With a resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels, it provides clear visuals that enhance the viewing experience, making it suitable for a wide range of applications from office tasks to multimedia entertainment.

Another key characteristic of the Philips 19SI is its versatility in connectivity. Equipped with multiple inputs, including VGA and DVI, it offers compatibility with a wide array of devices. This feature allows users to easily connect the monitor to their computers, laptops, and other multimedia devices, making it a convenient addition to any setup.

In terms of ergonomics, the Philips 19SI is designed with user comfort in mind. It features an adjustable stand that allows for tilt and height adjustments, providing users with the flexibility to find the most comfortable viewing angle. This is particularly beneficial during long hours of use, as it helps reduce strain on the neck and eyes.

The Philips 19SI also incorporates energy-efficient technologies, making it an environmentally friendly choice. With low power consumption, this monitor not only helps reduce electricity bills but also minimizes its overall carbon footprint. Additionally, it complies with energy-saving standards such as Energy Star, underscoring its commitment to sustainability.

Another noteworthy aspect is the monitor's impressive response time. With a response time of 5ms, the Philips 19SI ensures smooth and fluid motion during video playback and gaming sessions. This characteristic is crucial for users who engage in fast-paced activities, as it minimizes motion blur and ghosting effects.

Overall, the Philips 19SI stands out as a reliable and feature-rich display that seamlessly balances performance, comfort, and energy efficiency. Its combination of excellent image quality, broad connectivity options, ergonomic design, and low power consumption makes it an ideal choice for both professional and personal use. Whether you are working on documents, engaging in multimedia activities, or enjoying casual gaming, the Philips 19SI delivers a satisfying viewing experience that meets the demands of today's users.
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