1. Important • Please use approved power cord provided 1. Important by Philips all the time. If your power cord is missing, please contact with your local This electronic user’s guide is intended for service center. (Please refer to Customer anyone who uses the Philips monitor.
1. Important • Temperature: 0-40°C 32-95°F 1.2 Notational Descriptions • Humidity: 20-80% RH The following subsections describe notational Important information for Burn-in/Ghost conventions used in this document. image Notes, Cautions and Warnings • Always activate a moving screen saver Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be program when you leave your monitor accompanied by an icon and printed in bold or unattended.
WEEE performance of the organization's product, service and activities. From the planning, design and production stages, Philips emphasizes the important of making products that can easily be recycled. At Philips, end-of-life management primarily entails participation in national take-back initiatives and recycling programs whenever possible,...
AC/DC Adapter *DVI *VGA USB (278C5QHG) *HDMI *Depends on the country Note Use only the AC/DC adapter model: Philips ADPC1945 (278C5QHSN), ADPC1965 (278C5QHGSN), ADS-65LSI-19-1 19065G (278C5QHGSN) Warnings Do not rip off panel film...
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2. Setting up the monitor Connecting to your PC Model 278C5QHGSN: Model 278C5QHSN: DC power input VGA input HDMI inputs (HDMI1, HDMI2) DC power input HDMI or MHL input VGA input HDMI audio output HDMI inputs (HDMI1, HDMI2) USB upstream HDMI or MHL input USB downstream HDMI audio output...
2. Setting up the monitor Model 278C5QHGSN: 2.2 Operating the monitor Front view product description Model 278C5QHSN: Switch monitor’s power ON and OFF. Access the OSD menu. Switch monitor’s power ON and Confirm the OSD adjustment. OFF. Adjust the OSD menu. Access the OSD menu.
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On-Screen Display. You can use this as a On-Screen Display (OSD) is a feature in all reference when you want to work your way Philips LCD monitors. It allows an end user to around the different adjustments later on. adjust screen performance or select functions...
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2. Setting up the monitor Resolution notification This monitor is designed for optimal performance at its native resolution, 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz. When the monitor is powered on at a different resolution, an alert is displayed on screen: Use 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz for best results.
An optional MHL cable allows you to simply connect your MHL capable mobile device to Note this large Philips MHL display, and watch your • The port marked [MHL-HDMI] is the HD videos come to life with full digital sound.
How does it work? of the monitor. SmartImage is an exclusive, leading edge Philips • Office: Enhances text and dampens technology that analyzes the content displayed brightness to increase readability and on your screen.
Text mode or Office mode, where it is not required. 3.4 Philips SmartControl Premium The new SmartControl Premium software by Phillips allows you to control your monitor via an easy to use on-screen graphic interface.
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3. Image Optimization Installation Start with Standard pane • Follow the instruction and complete the Adjust menu installation. • Adjust Menu allow you to adjust Brightness, • You can launch after installation is Contrast, Focus, Position and Resolution. completed. • You can follow the instruction and do the •...
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3. Image Optimization Color menu • Color Menu allow you to adjust RGB, Black Level, White Point, Color Calibration, and SmartImage (Please refer to SmartImage section). • You can follow the instruction and do the adjustment. • Refer to below table for sub-menu item base on your input.
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3. Image Optimization First Color Calibration Screen • Previous button is disabled until the second color screen. • Next goes to the succeeding target (6-targets). • Finally go to File > Presets pane. • Cancel closes the UI and returns to the plug in page.
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3. Image Optimization ECO menu • Does not require the display be attached to a different host to go into Theft Deterrence mode. After creating PIN, the Theft Deterrence pane will indicate Theft Deterrence Enabled and provide PIN Options button: •...
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3. Image Optimization Options>Audio - Will only be active when A right click on the task tray icon displays the menu options for Help, Technical selecting Audio from the drop-down Options Support. Check for Update, About, and Exit. menu. When Enable task tray menu is disabled, On a non-supported display capable of DDC/ the task tray icon will only display EXIT.
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3. Image Optimization Help menu Context Sensitive menu Help>User Manual - Will only be active when The Context Sensitive menu is Enabled by default. If Enable Context Menu has been selecting User Manual from the drop-down checked in the Options>Preferences pane, then Help menu.
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3. Image Optimization The task tray has five entries: • Help - Access to User Manual file: Open User Manual file using the default browser window. • Technical Support - Displays the tech support page. • Check for Update - Takes the user to PDI Landing and checks the user’s version against the most current available.
Whether menu by pressing ▲▼ buttons to choose and you are playing fast 3D or 2D games, or pressing "OK" button to confirm the selection: watching movies, Philips Ambiglow offers you a unique and immersive viewing experience. 1. Press button.
5. Technical Specifications 5. Technical Specifications Picture/Display Monitor Panel Type AH-IPS LCD Backlight Panel Size 27" W (68.6 cm) Aspect Ratio 16:9 Pixel Pitch 0.3114(H) mm x 0.3114(V) mm Brightness 250 cd/m² SmartContrast 20,000,000:1 Contrast Ratio (typ.) 1000:1 Response Time (typ.) 14 ms SmartResponse Time (typ.) 5 ms(GtG)
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Finish Glossy Note 1. EPEAT Gold or Silver is valid only where Philips registers the product. Please visit www.epeat.net for registration status in your country. 2. This data is subject to change without notice. Go to www.philips.com/support to download the latest version of leaflet.
6. Power Management 6. Power Management If you have VESA DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. If an input from a keyboard, mouse or other input device is detected, the monitor will 'wake up' automatically.
7. Regulatory Infomation Corporate Social Responsibility 7. Regulatory Information • The brand owner demonstrates the product is manufactured under working Congratulations! practices that promote good labour This product is designed for both you and the relations and working conditions. planet! The Criteria Document can be downloaded TCO Development works for from our web site.
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RoHs directive mandating restrictions requirement of Information Technology on hazardous substances in electrical and Equipment). electronic equipment have been adhered to in order to make Philips monitors safe to use • EN55024:2010 (Immunity requirement of throughout its life cycle. Information Technology Equipment).
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7. Regulatory Infomation Energy Star Declaration Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for (www.energystar.gov) compliance could void the user's authority ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, we to operate the equipment. have determined that this product Use only RF shielded cable that was supplied ®...
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7. Regulatory Infomation EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) Cependant, rien ne peut garantir l'absence d'interférences dans le cadre d'une installation particulière. Si cet appareil est la cause d'interférences nuisibles pour la réception des signaux de radio ou de télévision, ce qui peut être décelé en fermant l'équipement, puis en le remettant en fonction, l'utilisateur pourrait essayer de Polish Center for Testing and Certification...
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7. Regulatory Infomation North Europe (Nordic Countries) Information Ergonomie Hinweis (nur Deutschland) Der von uns gelieferte Farbmonitor entspricht Placering/Ventilation den in der "Verordnung über den Schutz vor VARNING: Schäden durch Röntgenstrahlen" festgelegten FÖRSÄKRA DIG OM ATT HUVUDBRYTARE Vorschriften. OCH UTTAG ÄR LÄTÅTKOMLIGA, NÄR DU STÄLLER DIN UTRUSTNING PÅPLATS.
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7. Regulatory Infomation EU Energy Label China RoHS The People's Republic of China released a regulation called "Management Methods for Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information Products" or commonly referred to as China RoHS. All products produced and sold for China market have to meet China RoHS request.
No manufacturer can guarantee the types of bright dot defects. that all panels will be free from pixel defects, but Philips guarantees that any monitor with an unacceptable number of defects will be repaired or replaced under warranty. This notice explains the different types of pixel defects and defines acceptable defect levels for each type.
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In order to qualify for repair or replacement due to pixel defects during the warranty period, a TFT Monitor panel in a Philips flat panel monitor must have pixel or sub pixel defects exceeding the tolerances listed in the following tables.
8.2 Customer Care & Warranty For warranty coverage information and additional support requirement valid for your region, please visit www.philips.com/support website for details. You may also contact your local Philips Customer Care Center number listed below. Contact Information for WESTERN EUROPE region:...
Disconnect the monitor from mains power after you have tried these solutions, contact source immediately for safety Philips customer service representative. • Contact with Philips customer service representative immediately. Common Problems Imaging Problems No Picture (Power LED not lit) Image is not centered •...
9. Troubleshooting & FAQs Image appears blurred, indistinct or too dark For further assistance, refer to the Consumer Information Centers list and contact Philips • Adjust the contrast and brightness on customer service representative. On-Screen Display. An "after-image", "burn-in" or "ghost image"...
“OFF” mode by using the front bezel hot key. You can select “bright, brighter, Ans.: Philips Service center has a right to brightest” options here. There must be ask for legitimate identification and an incoming signal and activity on the authorization, in order to establish screen.
1080 @ 60 Hz. Why does Ambiglow always show • Shut down your computer, disconnect your white color glow even when the old monitor and reconnect your Philips movies, images and games are colorful? LCD monitor. Ans.: Please ensure that your Ambiglow •...
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9. Troubleshooting & FAQs What is the recommended refresh How should I clean the LCD surface? rate for LCD monitor? Ans.: For normal cleaning, use a clean, soft Ans.: Recommended refresh rate in LCD cloth. For extensive cleaning, please use monitors is 60 Hz, In case of any isopropyl alcohol.
PC, workstation or Mac? sharp text, and is displaying jagged characters? Ans.: Yes. All Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PCs, Macs Ans.: Your LCD monitor works best at its and workstations. You may need a cable native resolution of 1920 x 1080 @ adapter to connect the monitor to 60 Hz.
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9. Troubleshooting & FAQs turned on the monitor side, and also on Attention the mobile device side. No video input(MHL-HDMI) For further information or FAQ, please visit official website of MHL org: • Make sure your mobile device has not http://www.mhlconsortium.org entered standby (sleep) mode. If it has, then you will see a notification message on the display.
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