Philips 170B5 User Manual
Safety and Troubleshooting Information
Safety and Troubleshooting 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.
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:
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Unplug the monitor if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time.
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Unplug the monitor if you need to clean it with a slightly damp cloth. The screen may be
wiped with a dry cloth when the power is off. However, never use alcohol, solvents or
ammonia-based liquids.
wiped with a dry cloth when the power is off. However, never use alcohol, solvents or
ammonia-based liquids.
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Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when you have
followed the instructions in this manual.
followed the instructions in this manual.
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The casing cover should be opened only by qualified service personnel.
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Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight and away from stoves or any other heat source.
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Remove any object that could fall into the vents or prevent proper cooling of the monitor’s
electronics.
electronics.
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Do not block the ventilation holes on the cabinet.
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Keep the monitor dry. To avoid electric shock, do not expose it to rain or excessive
moisture.
moisture.
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When positioning the monitor, make sure the power plug and outlet are easily accessible.
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If turning off the monitor by detaching the power cable or DC power cord, wait for 6
seconds before attaching the power cable or DC power cord for normal operation.
seconds before attaching the power cable or DC power cord for normal operation.
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To avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to the set, do not expose the monitor to
rain or excessive moisture.
rain or excessive moisture.
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IMPORTANT: Always activate a screen saver program during your application. If a still
image in high contrast remains on the screen for an extended period of time, it may leave
an 'after-image' or 'ghost image' on front of the screen. This is a well-known phenomenon
that is caused by the shortcomings inherent in LCD technology. In most cases, the after-
image will disappear gradually over a period of time after the power has been switched
off. Be aware, that the after-image symptom cannot be repaired and is not covered under
warranty.
image in high contrast remains on the screen for an extended period of time, it may leave
an 'after-image' or 'ghost image' on front of the screen. This is a well-known phenomenon
that is caused by the shortcomings inherent in LCD technology. In most cases, the after-
image will disappear gradually over a period of time after the power has been switched
off. Be aware, that the after-image symptom cannot be repaired and is not covered under
warranty.
Consult a service technician if the monitor does not operate normally when the operating
instructions given in this manual have been followed.
instructions given in this manual have been followed.
Installation Locations
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