United States Guarantee

Philips Customer Care Center, P. O. Box 2976, Longview, TX 75601

Your International Philips F1rst Choice Warranty

Thank you for purchasing this Philips monitor.

All Philips monitors are designed and manufactured to high standards and deliver high-quality performance, ease of use and ease of installation. Should you encounter any difficulties while installing or using this product, please contact Philips directly to benefit from your Philips F1rst Choice Warranty. This three-year service warranty entitles you to a swap model on-site within 48 hours of your call being received within the first year of purchase. If you have any problems with your monitor within the second or third year of purchase, we will repair it after it has been sent to the service provider at your expense and returned to you within five working days, free of charge.

An extended warranty called Philips F1rst Choice Premium is available in addition to your Philips F1rst Choice warranty. For more details contact your Philips dealer.

Before contacting Philips, please prepare the following details so we can solve your problem quickly.

Philips type number

Philips serial number

Purchase date (copy of purchase may be required)

PC environment Processor:

286/386/486/Pentium Pro/Internal memory

Operating system (Windows, DOS, OS/2, MAC)

Fax/Modem/Internet program?

Other cards installed

Having the following information available will also help speed up the process:

Your proof of purchase indicating: date of purchase, dealer name, model and product serial number.

The full address to which the swap model should be delivered.

Just a phone call away

Philips’ customer help desks are located worldwide. You can contact Philips Monday - Friday from 08.00 -

20.00hrs Central European Time (CET) and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 to 18.00 hrs CET by using one of the toll-free numbers. Click here to access the F1rst Choice Contact Information. Or you can reach us via:

Website: http://www.philips.com

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Philips 170S2B user manual Philips Customer Care Center, P. O. Box 2976, Longview, TX

170S2B specifications

The Philips 170S2B is a prominent model in the realm of budget-friendly computer monitors, providing users with a blend of performance, reliability, and affordability. Designed for both home and office use, this monitor features a 17-inch TFT LCD display that delivers bright and clear images, making it suitable for everyday tasks such as browsing, document editing, and watching videos.

One of the standout features of the Philips 170S2B is its resolution. Offering a native resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels, the monitor provides excellent clarity, ensuring that text appears sharp, and colors are vibrant. With a 4:3 aspect ratio, it is particularly well-suited for office applications where a standard screen shape is advantageous.

The monitor employs advanced technology to enhance the viewing experience. Utilizing a quick response time of 5 ms, the Philips 170S2B minimizes ghosting and motion blur, making it a suitable option for casual gaming and video playback. In addition, the monitor supports an impressive brightness level, typically around 250 cd/m², which helps to ensure visibility in various lighting conditions.

Equipped with a contrast ratio of 1000:1, the Philips 170S2B enhances the distinction between light and dark elements on the screen. This characteristic improves overall image quality, enriching visual content and making it easier to view detailed images or graphics in various applications. The viewing angles, rated at 160° horizontally and vertically, allow for better visibility from different positions, which is beneficial during collaborative work or group presentations.

Another significant aspect of the Philips 170S2B is its eco-friendly design. Complying with Energy Star standards, the monitor incorporates energy-saving features that help reduce power consumption. This not only lowers electricity bills but also contributes to a smaller carbon footprint, appealing to environmentally conscious users.

The ergonomic design of the Philips 170S2B offers tilt capability, allowing users to adjust the angle of the screen to suit their viewing preferences and reduce neck strain. In terms of connectivity, the monitor typically features VGA or DVI inputs, making it compatible with a wide range of devices.

In conclusion, the Philips 170S2B is a reliable and efficient monitor that caters to a diverse audience, from casual users to business professionals. Its combination of image quality, energy efficiency, and user-friendly features positions it as a valuable choice in the competitive landscape of computer monitors.