EVNIA 25M2N3200 Monitor User Manual

Introduction

This electronic user guide is intended for all users of Philips monitors. Please take the time to read this user manual before using your monitor. It contains important information and precautions related to the use of the monitor.

Philips warranty applies if the product is used for its intended purpose, complies with operating instructions, and the original invoice or proof of purchase is provided, showing the date of purchase, seller's name, product model, and serial number.

1. Important Information

1.1 Safety Precautions and Maintenance

⚠️ Warning: Using controls, adjustments, or procedures not described in this document may result in electric shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards. Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor.

Handling and Care

• Keep the monitor away from direct sunlight, bright light, and heat sources. Prolonged exposure may cause discoloration or damage.
• Keep the monitor away from oily substances, which may damage the plastic casing and void the warranty.
• Remove any objects that could fall into ventilation openings or obstruct the cooling of electronic components.
• Do not block ventilation openings.
• Ensure the power plug and socket are easily accessible when placing the monitor.
• If disconnecting power by unplugging the power cord or DC power cord, wait at least 6 seconds before reconnecting for normal operation.
• Use only the approved Philips power cord. Contact your local service center if the cord is missing.
• Use only the specified power source. Incorrect voltage may cause malfunction, fire, or electric shock.
• Do not disassemble the AC adapter; this can expose you to fire or electric shock hazards.
• Protect cables. Do not pull or bend power or signal cables. Do not place heavy objects on cables, as damage may cause fire or electric shock.
• Avoid subjecting the monitor to strong vibrations or impact.
• To prevent damage (e.g., panel detachment), do not tilt the monitor downwards beyond -5 degrees. Exceeding this angle may void the warranty.
• Do not strike or drop the monitor during use or transport.
• Prolonged viewing can cause eye strain. Take short breaks during work (e.g., 5-10 minutes every 50-60 minutes of use, or 15 minutes every two hours).
• To prevent eye strain: Look at a distance, blink frequently, gently close eyes and roll them.
• Adjust screen height and angle for comfort.
• Set brightness and contrast to appropriate levels.
• Adjust ambient lighting to match screen brightness, avoid fluorescent lighting, and minimize reflections.
• Consult a doctor if you feel unwell.

Maintenance

• To prevent damage, do not apply excessive force to the LCD panel. Lift the monitor by the frame, not the panel itself.
• Oily cleaning solutions may damage plastic parts and void the warranty.
• Disconnect the power cord when the monitor is not in use for extended periods.
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning with a slightly damp cloth. Use a dry cloth for general cleaning. Do not use organic solvents (alcohol, ammonia-based liquids).
• Do not use the monitor in dusty, wet, or excessively humid environments to avoid electric shock or permanent damage.
• If the monitor gets wet, dry it immediately with a soft cloth.
• If foreign objects or water enter the monitor, immediately turn it off, unplug it, remove the object or dry the water, and send it for service.
• Do not store or use the monitor in extreme hot, direct sunlight, or freezing conditions.
• For optimal performance and lifespan, use the monitor within the specified temperature and humidity range: Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F), Humidity: 20% RH~80% RH.

1.2 Symbol Conventions

? Note: Text paragraphs accompanied by icons are in bold or italics and contain "Note," "Caution," or "Warning" statements.

• ? Note: Displays important information and tips for better system use.
• ⚠️ Caution: Alerts you to potential hardware damage or data loss.
• ⚠️ Warning: Indicates potential for personal injury and how to avoid it.

1.3 Disposal of Product and Packaging Materials - WEEE

This marking indicates the product should not be disposed of with household waste, according to European Directive 2012/19/EU. You are responsible for proper disposal through designated collection points. Contact your local authorities or the store where you purchased the product for disposal locations.

The monitor contains recyclable materials. Specialized companies can recycle it. Packaging materials are designed for easy separation and recycling.

For more information on recycling programs, visit: http://www.philips.com/a-w/about/sustainability.html

2. Setting Up the Monitor

2.1 Installation

Package Contents

The package typically includes: EVNIA monitor, Quick Start guide, power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable (region dependent).

Attaching the Stand

1. Place the monitor face down on a smooth, flat surface, taking care not to scratch or damage the screen.
2. Attach the base to the support arm.
3. Secure the base by tightening the screws on the bottom of the base.
4. Align the support arm with the VESA mounting area on the monitor and slide it in until the latch locks it.

⚠️ Warning: Place the monitor face down on a smooth surface. Be careful not to scratch or damage the screen.

2.2 Operating the Monitor

Control Button Description

• 1: Press to turn the monitor on. Press and hold for 3+ seconds to turn off.
• 2: Navigate OSD menu.
• 3: Confirm OSD adjustment.
• 4: Adjust game settings. Adjust OSD menu. Switch input source. Adjust OSD menu.
• 5: SmartImage game menu options: Standard, FPS, Racing, RTS, Movie, LowBlue Mode, EasyRead, Economy, SmartUniformity, Player 1, Player 2.
• When receiving HDR signal, SmartImage displays HDR menu options: HDR Game, HDR Movie, HDR Vivid, HDR Standard, Personal, Off.
• Return to the previous OSD level.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Overview

The OSD is a feature on Philips LCD monitors that allows users to adjust screen performance and select functions via an on-screen menu. The user-friendly interface is shown below.

Control Button Guide: The single joystick-like button on the back of the monitor is used to access the OSD menu. Press in four directions to navigate and press inwards to select.

OSD Menu Structure: A visual overview of the OSD menu structure is provided for reference.

SmartImage Modes:

• Standard: Enhances text and reduces brightness for better readability, reducing eye strain. Ideal for spreadsheets, PDFs, and scanned documents.
• FPS: Optimized for First-Person Shooter games, improving detail in dark scenes.
• Racing: Offers fast response times and high color saturation for racing games.
• RTS: Highlights user-selected areas in RTS games (via SmartFrame) for better visual quality.
• Movie: Adjusts brightness, color saturation, and contrast for detailed dark and bright scenes in videos, providing a natural and immersive viewing experience.
• LowBlue Mode: Reduces harmful blue light emitted by LEDs, which can cause eye strain and vision damage.
• EasyRead (Text): Improves text readability for applications like e-books by enhancing contrast and sharpness.
• Economy: Adjusts brightness and contrast to reduce power consumption.
• SmartUniformity: Enhances screen uniformity, achieving up to 95% brightness uniformity for a more coherent image.
• Game1/Game2: User-defined preset settings.

HDR Modes: When the monitor receives an HDR signal, select the appropriate mode:

• HDR Game: Optimized for gaming with brighter whites and darker blacks for vivid scenes.
• HDR Movie: For HDR movies, offering better contrast and brightness for a more realistic and immersive experience.
• HDR Vivid: Boosts red, green, and blue for more vibrant colors.
• HDR Standard: Supports HDR10.
• Personal: Custom contrast and brightness settings.
• Off: Disables HDR.

? Note: To disable HDR, disable it on the input device and its content. Inconsistent HDR settings between devices can lead to undesirable image effects.

3.2 SmartContrast

What it is: A unique technology that analyzes displayed content to dynamically optimize contrast for clarity and viewing comfort. It increases backlight brightness for bright images and decreases it for dark backgrounds.

Why you need it: To achieve optimal clarity and viewing comfort for all types of content. It provides sharp, bright images for gaming/videos and clear text for office work, while also saving energy and extending monitor lifespan.

How it works: When enabled, SmartContrast analyzes content in real-time to adjust color and backlight brightness, dynamically enhancing contrast for an immersive entertainment experience.

2.3 Detaching the Stand

Follow these instructions to avoid damage or injury when detaching the monitor stand.

1. Place the monitor face down on a smooth surface. Be careful not to scratch or damage the screen.
2. While holding the release button, tilt the base and slide it out.

⚠️ Warning: To prevent possible screen damage (e.g., panel detachment), ensure the monitor is not tilted downwards beyond -5 degrees. Do not press on the screen when adjusting the angle; only hold the bezel.

? Note: This monitor supports 100mm x 100mm VESA mounting. Use M4 screws. For wall mounting, contact the manufacturer.

3. Image Optimization

3.1 SmartImage

What it is: SmartImage offers preset values optimized for different content types, dynamically adjusting brightness, contrast, color, and sharpness in real-time. It provides excellent display results for text, images, and videos.

Why you need it: To get the best display quality for various types of content. SmartImage software dynamically adjusts these parameters to enhance your viewing experience.

How it works: SmartImage is a Philips proprietary technology that analyzes the content on your screen. Based on your selection, it dynamically enhances contrast, color saturation, and sharpness for improved display performance, all with a single button press.

Enabling SmartImage:

1. Press the left directional button to access the SmartImage menu.
2. Press the up or down buttons to cycle through SmartImage modes.
3. The SmartImage menu will stay on screen for 8 seconds, or you can press the right directional button to confirm.

Available Modes: Standard, FPS, Racing, RTS, Movie, LowBlue Mode, EasyRead (Text), Economy, SmartUniformity, Player 1, Player 2.

HDR Modes: When the monitor receives an HDR signal, select the most suitable mode:

• HDR Game: Optimized for gaming, with brighter whites and darker blacks for more detailed and vivid scenes.
• HDR Movie: For HDR movies, offering better contrast and brightness for a more realistic and immersive experience.
• HDR Vivid: Boosts red, green, and blue for more vibrant colors.
• HDR Standard: Supports HDR10.
• Personal: Custom contrast and brightness settings.
• Off: Disables HDR.

? Note: To disable HDR, disable it on the input device and its content. Inconsistent HDR settings between devices can lead to undesirable image effects.

3.2 SmartContrast

What it is: A unique technology that analyzes displayed content to dynamically optimize contrast for clarity and viewing comfort. It increases backlight brightness for bright images and decreases it for dark backgrounds.

Why you need it: To achieve optimal clarity and viewing comfort for all types of content. SmartContrast dynamically controls contrast and adjusts backlight to provide clear, sharp, bright images for gaming/videos and clear text for office work. It also saves energy costs and extends monitor lifespan.

How it works: When enabled, SmartContrast analyzes content in real-time to adjust color and backlight brightness, dynamically enhancing contrast for an immersive entertainment experience.

4. NVIDIA® G-SYNC® Compatible

When playing fast-paced games, screen tearing can occur if graphics are not optimally synchronized. NVIDIA® G-SYNC® Compatible certification enables Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) to reduce screen tearing and synchronize the monitor's refresh rate with the graphics card's output. This provides a smoother gaming experience, sharper images, and a competitive edge.

? Note:

• For optimal performance, ensure your graphics card supports the monitor's maximum resolution and refresh rate.
• NVIDIA® G-SYNC® compatible interface: DisplayPort.
• Ensure your graphics card supports NVIDIA® G-SYNC®.
• Ensure NVIDIA® G-SYNC® drivers are updated to the latest version.
• For more information, visit the NVIDIA website: https://www.nvidia.com/.

©2019 NVIDIA, the NVIDIA logo, and NVIDIA G-SYNC are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the United States and other countries/regions.

5. AMD FreeSync™™

Computer gaming experiences have often been hampered by unsynchronized GPU and display updates, leading to "screen tearing." While "v-sync" can help, it can cause image instability. AMD FreeSync™™ technology eliminates these issues by allowing the GPU to update the display as soon as new frames are ready, providing a smooth, fast, and tear-free gaming experience.

Compatible Hardware:

Operating System:

• Windows 11/10/8.1/8

Graphics Cards: R9 290/300 Series & R7 260 Series

• AMD A10-7870K
• AMD A10-7850K
• AMD A10-7800
• AMD A10-7700K
• AMD A8-7670K
• AMD A8-7650K
• AMD A8-7600
• AMD A6-7400K
• AMD RX 6500 XT
• AMD RX 6600 XT
• AMD RX 6700 XT
• AMD RX 6750 XT
• AMD RX 6800
• AMD RX 6800 XT
• AMD RX 6900 XT
• AMD Radeon R9 300 Series
• AMD Radeon R9 Fury X
• AMD Radeon R9 360
• AMD Radeon R7 360
• AMD Radeon R9 295X2
• AMD Radeon R9 290X
• AMD Radeon R9 290
• AMD Radeon R9 285
• AMD Radeon R7 260X
• AMD Radeon R7 260

Processors: A Series Desktop and Mobile APU

• AMD A10-7890K

6. HDR

HDR Settings in Windows 11

Steps:

1. Right-click the desktop and select "Display settings."
2. Select the monitor/display.
3. Under "Rearrange displays," select the HDR-capable display.
4. Select "Windows HD Color settings."
5. Adjust the brightness for SDR content.

? Note: Requires Windows 11. Ensure your system is updated. For more information, visit the Microsoft support link: https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/help/4040263/windows-10-hdr-advanced-color-settings

The HDR/SDR brightness balance setting adjusts the brightness of standard dynamic range (SDR) content relative to high dynamic range (HDR) content on external HDR displays.

? Note: To disable HDR, disable it on the input device and its content. Inconsistent HDR settings between devices can lead to undesirable image effects.

7. Preventing Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) Design

Philips monitors are designed to prevent eye strain from prolonged computer use. Follow these guidelines for reduced fatigue and maximized productivity.

1. Proper Environmental Lighting:

• Adjust ambient lighting to match screen brightness. Avoid fluorescent lights and reflective surfaces.
• Set brightness and contrast to appropriate levels.

2. Good Work Habits:

• Take frequent short breaks instead of long ones (e.g., 5-10 minutes every 50-60 minutes, or 15 minutes every two hours).
• Look at distant objects after prolonged screen viewing.
• Gently close your eyes and roll them to relax.
• Consciously blink more often while working.
• Gently stretch your neck and slowly turn your head to relieve tension.

3. Ideal Work Posture:

• Adjust screen height and angle to suit your posture.

4. Choose Philips Monitors for Eye Comfort:

• Anti-glare screen: Effectively reduces distracting reflections that cause eye strain.
• Flicker-Free Technology: Adjusts brightness to reduce flickering for more comfortable viewing.
• Low Blue Light Mode: Blue light can cause eye strain. This mode allows you to select different blue light filter levels for various tasks.
• EasyRead Mode: Provides a paper-like reading experience, making it more comfortable to process long documents on screen.

8. Technical Specifications

9. Power Management

If your PC has a DPM-compatible graphics card or software, the monitor can automatically reduce power consumption when not in use. It will "wake up" upon detecting input from a keyboard, mouse, or other input device. The table below shows power consumption and signal timing for this power-saving feature.

Power Management Definitions

The following settings are used to measure the monitor's power consumption:

• Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080
• Contrast: 50%
• Brightness: 90%
• Color Temperature: 6500k Full White Pattern

? Note: These figures are subject to change without notice.

10. Customer Service & Warranty

10.1 Philips Flat Panel Monitor Pixel Defect Policy

Philips is committed to providing the highest quality products. While advanced manufacturing processes are used, pixel or sub-pixel defects in TFT-LCD panels can occasionally occur. Philips guarantees that any monitor exceeding an unacceptable level of defects will be repaired or replaced under warranty. The following describes different types of pixel defects and their acceptable levels.

Pixel and Sub-pixel

A pixel, or picture element, is composed of three primary color sub-pixels: red, green, and blue. When all sub-pixels are lit, the pixel appears white. When all are dark, it appears black. Combinations of lit sub-pixels create other colors.

Types of Pixel Defects

Pixel and sub-pixel defects appear in different forms. There are two main categories of defects, each with multiple sub-types.

Bright Dot Defects

A bright dot defect is a pixel or sub-pixel that is always lit. These appear as bright spots on a dark background.

Types of bright dot defects:

• One lit sub-pixel
• Two adjacent lit sub-pixels (e.g., Red+Blue = Purple)
• Three adjacent lit sub-pixels (a white pixel)

? Note: A red or blue bright spot is considered a defect if its brightness exceeds 50% of the surrounding pixel's brightness. A green bright spot is defective if its brightness exceeds 30%.

Dark Dot Defects

A dark dot defect is a pixel or sub-pixel that is always off. These appear as black spots on a bright background.

Types of dark dot defects:

• One dark sub-pixel
• Two adjacent dark sub-pixels
• Three adjacent dark sub-pixels

Compact Pixel Defects

Adjacent defects of the same type are more noticeable. Philips has specific criteria for compact pixel defects.

Pixel Defect Tolerance

To qualify for warranty repair or replacement due to pixel defects, the TFT-LCD panel must exceed the acceptable defect levels listed in the table below.

? Note: 1 or 2 adjacent defective sub-pixels = 1 defect point.

10.2 Customer Service & Warranty

For information on warranty coverage in your region and further support, visit www.philips.com/support for detailed information, or contact your local Philips customer service center.

For warranty period, refer to the "Warranty Statement" in the Important Information booklet.

Extended Warranty: If you wish to extend your standard warranty, you can purchase an out-of-warranty service package from our certified service centers. This service must be purchased within 30 days of the original purchase date. During the extended warranty period, service includes pick-up, repair, and return, with all costs borne by the user.

If a certified service partner cannot fulfill the repair covered by your extended warranty package, Philips will provide an alternative solution if possible within the extended warranty period.

For details, contact your Philips customer service representative or local contact center (customer service phone number).

Philips Customer Service Center Numbers:

** Original proof of purchase and extended warranty purchase certificate required.

? Note: Refer to the Important Information booklet for regional service hotlines, available on the Philips website support page.

11. Troubleshooting & FAQ

11.1 Troubleshooting

This section covers common user-solvable issues. If problems persist after trying these solutions, contact your Philips customer service representative.

No Picture (Power LED Off)

• Ensure the power cord is securely plugged into both the power outlet and the monitor's socket.
• First, ensure the power button on the back of the monitor is in the OFF position, then press it to turn it ON.

No Image (Power LED On)

• Ensure the computer is turned on.
• Ensure the signal cable is correctly connected to the computer.
• Check if the monitor cable connector pins are bent. If so, repair or replace the cable.
• Power saving mode may be activated.

Display Shows "Check cable connection"

• Ensure the monitor cable is securely connected to the computer. (Refer to the Quick Start Guide).
• Check if the monitor cable connector pins are bent.
• Ensure the computer is turned on.

Smoke or Sparks

• Do not attempt any troubleshooting steps.
• For safety, immediately unplug the monitor from the main power source.
• Contact your Philips customer service representative immediately.

11.2 General FAQ

Picture Issues

Image Shaking on Screen

• Check if the signal cable is securely connected to the graphics card or PC.

Image is Blurry or Too Dark

• Use the OSD to adjust contrast and brightness.

Image Retention / Burn-in / Ghosting After Power Off

• Prolonged display of static images can cause "burn-in," also known as "image retention" or "ghosting." This is a common characteristic of LCD technology. In most cases, these effects gradually disappear after the monitor is turned off.
• Always enable a screen saver when leaving the monitor unattended.
• If the LCD monitor will display static content for extended periods, enable a screen refresh application.
• Failure to activate a screen saver or screen refresh application may result in severe "burn-in," "image retention," or "ghosting" that may be permanent and unrepairable, voiding the warranty.

Image Distortion. Text is Fuzzy.

• Set your PC's display resolution to the monitor's native resolution.

Green, Red, Blue, Black, or White Dots Appear on Screen

• Dead pixels are a normal characteristic of LCD technology. Refer to the pixel policy for details.

* The "Power On" indicator light may be too bright and interfere. You can adjust the "Power LED Setup" in the OSD control to modify the "Power On" indicator.

For further assistance, refer to the contact information in the Important Information booklet or contact Philips customer service.

* Varies depending on monitor functions.

Common Questions

Question 1: If the screen displays "Cannot display this video mode" during monitor setup, what should I do?

Answer: Recommended resolution for this monitor is 1920 x 1080.

• Disconnect all cables, then connect the PC to your previous monitor.
• In Windows Start Menu, go to Settings/Control Panel. Select the Display icon. In the Display Control Panel, select the "Settings" tab. In the "Setting" tab, move the slider in the "Desktop Area" box to 1920 x 1080 pixels.
• Open "Advanced Properties," set the refresh rate to 60Hz, and click OK.
• Restart the computer, then repeat steps 2 and 3 to confirm the PC settings are at 1920 x 1080.
• Turn off the computer, disconnect the old monitor, and reconnect the Philips LCD monitor.
• Turn on the monitor, then turn on the PC.

Question 2: What is the recommended refresh rate for LCD monitors?

Answer: The recommended refresh rate is 60 Hz. If screen flickering occurs, try increasing it to 75 Hz to see if the issue is resolved.

Question 3: What are .inf and .icm files? How do I install drivers (.inf and .icm)?

Answer: These are driver files for the monitor. When you first install this monitor, your computer may prompt you to install the driver files (.inf and .icm). Follow the instructions in the user manual; the driver files will be installed automatically.

Question 4: How do I adjust the resolution?

Answer: Your video card/graphics driver and the monitor determine the available resolutions. You can select the desired resolution in your Windows® Control Panel under "Display properties."

Question 5: What should I do if I don't know how to operate the monitor during adjustment?

Answer: Press the [Joystick Button], then select "Reset" to restore all settings to factory defaults.

Question 6: Is the LCD screen scratch-resistant?

Answer: Generally, avoid hitting the panel surface forcefully and prevent contact with sharp or hard objects. Do not apply excessive force to the panel surface when operating the monitor, as this may affect the warranty.

Question 7: How do I clean the LCD screen?

Answer: Use a clean, soft cloth for normal cleaning. For detailed cleaning, use isopropyl alcohol. Do not use ordinary alcohol, ethanol, acetone, hexane, or other solvents.

Question 8: Can I change the monitor's color settings?

Answer: Yes, you can change color settings via the OSD control. Follow these steps:

• Press [Joystick Button] to display the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu.
• Press [Joystick Button] to select "Color" and then press [Joystick Button] to enter the color settings. There are three settings:
• 1. Color Temperature: Includes 7 settings: Native, 5000K, 6500K, 7500K, 8200K, 9300K, and 11500K. A setting around 5000K displays a "warm color, reddish-white tone," while 11500K displays a "cool color, bluish-white tone."
• 2. sRGB: This is a standard that ensures consistent color exchange between different devices (e.g., digital cameras, monitors, printers, scanners).
• 3. User Define: Allows users to adjust Red, Green, and Blue to select their preferred color settings.

? Note: Color measurement value of light emitted when an object is heated. This measurement is expressed in absolute temperature scale (Kelvin).

Question 9: Can I connect my LCD monitor to a PC, workstation, or Mac?

Answer: Yes. All Philips LCD monitors are fully compatible with standard PCs, Macs, and workstations. When connecting to a Mac system, you may need a cable adapter. Contact your Philips sales representative for details.

Question 10: Is the Philips LCD monitor plug-and-play?

Answer: Yes, these monitors support plug-and-play functionality under Windows 8/8.1/10/11 and Mac OSX.

Question 11: What is image retention, burn-in, image persistence, or ghosting on an LCD panel?

Answer: Prolonged display of static images can cause "burn-in," also known as "image retention" or "ghosting." This is a common characteristic of LCD technology. In most cases, these effects gradually disappear after the monitor is turned off.

Always enable a screen saver when leaving the monitor unattended.

If the LCD monitor will display static content for extended periods, enable a screen refresh application.

Failure to activate a screen saver or screen refresh application may result in severe "burn-in," "image retention," or "ghosting" that may be permanent and unrepairable, voiding the warranty.

Question 12: Why does the text on the monitor appear unclear or jagged?

Answer: This LCD monitor performs best at its native resolution of 1920 x 1080. For optimal display results, please use this resolution.

Question 13: How do I unlock/lock my hotkeys?

Answer: Press and hold the [Joystick Button] for 10 seconds to unlock/lock hotkeys. "Attention (Notice)" will appear on the screen, indicating the unlock/lock status, as shown below.

Question 14: Where can I find the important information booklet mentioned in the EDFU?

Answer: The important information booklet can be downloaded from the support page on the Philips website.