The new Philips Monitors 243S1 combines comfort and connectivity for enhanced productivity
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Amsterdam, January 24, 2021 – For offices of any kind, the ideal monitor must provide robustness, comfort and convenience for the user. Built to handle the rigors of day-to-day business, the Philips Monitors 243S1 comes with all the right features, combining comfortable user experience, good picture quality, performance, and durability.
This 24” (23.8″ / 60.5 cm diag.) IPS panel features FHD resolution, USB-C connectivity options among many others, and built-in docking station where every task can be taken care of with smooth and complete functionalities.
Multiple connectivity at its simplest
Having a wide array of connectors is no longer just supplementary for professionals, but a standard for those who need multiple connectivities throughout the day. With the USB-C docking station, the Philips 243S1 charges, transfers and connects your laptop all at the same time. The slim, reversible USB-C connector allows for an easy, one-cable connection that transfers data at super-speed, while powering up and re-charging (up to 65W) the notebook in use simultaneously, directly from the monitor. USB-C also allows for effortless daisy-chaining for multi-display setups. Cleaner workspaces are easily manageable with the possibilities USB-C solution grants.
Along with this new standard, the Philips 243S1 also features a built-in RJ-45 ethernet for powerful data security, as well as an HDMI 1.4, a DP 1.2 and 4 USB-A to easily connect any peripherals and devices.
Mindful for long working hours
Designed with users’ well-being in mind, this model comes with a SmartErgo Base which enables ergonomic adjustments that allow users to position themselves to their satisfaction. Users can easily tilt (+25/-5 degree), swivel (+180/-180 degree) and height-adjust (up to 130 mm) the monitor for an ideal viewing position. This maximum comfort, along with an ergonomic set-up and some good habits to take short breaks away from the display, can ease the physical strains of a long workday. In addition, being in the right position also increase the productivity and support the users to be more focused.
Easy on the eyes
Spending hours in front of a display can result in eye fatigue and burning, dry and red eyes – which are some of the main symptoms of so-called CVS, Computer Vision Syndrome. To effectively reduce weariness of the eyes and ensure the well-being of users, Philips Monitors 243S1 meets the TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort standard to prevent this common eye strain, without disturbing reflections. It also offers wide viewing angles to avoid any reduction in image quality when viewing from different angles. This comfortable viewing experience is also made possible thanks to Flicker-Free technology, LowBlue Mode and the paper-like reading experience of EasyRead Mode. Together, these innovations ensure stable, easy-on-the-eyes productivity during long work hours.
Philips 243S1 is available from January 2022 at the MSRP of €329.
Features that make your monitors run faster
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Technology is led by never-ending strive for improvement, for assuring greater possibilities and for a better user experience. Speed is an important element when it comes to user experiences with monitors, and this can be affected by both monitors and PC. Luckily, there are some existing features that could already accelerate the actions of monitors and make the usage effortless.
Refresh rate, response times and input lag
Simply put, refresh rate is the rate at which the image is redrawn on the display. It is measured in Hz (Hertz) and the higher the refresh rate, the less exhausting it will be for your eyesight. However, the number of images and the fluidity of the game are directly related to the number of Frames Per Second (FPS) your computer will be able to deliver – which is an important information one might neglect. The latest Philips PC gaming monitor 24M1N3200ZA offers up to 165Hz to take gaming to the next level.
On the other hand, response time for monitors is the time it takes to shift from one color to another, and it can be measured in the time it takes to go from black to white, and back again to black (or, sometimes, gray-to-gray or GtG) expressed in milliseconds (ms). The fewer milliseconds response time takes, the better image and motion production. Response time is dependent on the hardware itself, and it has nothing to do with the frame rate. There are online tests that could help you understand more of the refresh rate of your hardware, and the tests can also show what is called moving picture response time (MPRT) of the monitor. MPRT is indeed different from GtG: while GtG measures how long it takes for a pixel to change color, MPRT represents how long a pixel is visible for, and a fully refreshed pixel can stay visible until the next refresh cycle, which has nothing to do with a color change. Being two different numbers and calculations, GtG and MPRT may result in different times but the closer they get to 1ms, the better.
A low MPRT eliminates smearing and motion blur, while a high refresh rate assures no screen tearing, delivering shaper, precise and smooth visuals to enhance user experience. However, a lower refresh rate and/or longer response time can cause ghosting. Ghosting on monitor is when you can identify an image that was previously displayed leaving a trail in the currently shown image with some kind of blurriness effect, causing smearing to the currently shown image. Knowing how annoying and uncomfortable this effect is on users, Philips Gaming monitors (the beforementioned 24M1N3200ZA is a perfect example) ensure a fast response time for exciting gameplay sessions.
Input lag is the amount of time that passes between sending a signal input and the time it takes for the sent input to appear on the screen. Low input lag is crucial in gaming, (a high level of input lag of the monitor in use will negatively impact the overall gaming experience) since it reduces the time delay between entering a command from your devices to monitor, particularly important to whom plays fast-paced, competitive games.
The power of syncing your monitor and your laptop
Another feature you should look for is sync technology. You might have read names like AdaptiveSync, AMD Freesync and G-Sync, but what does all this mean? Sync technology is the dynamic adjusting of a monitor’s vertical refresh rate to the frame rate of the graphics card (GPU) of the PC in use. Although specific for the gaming industry, any user can appreciate a good sync technology, which adapts the refresh rate of the monitor to match with the framerate of the video content on it, enable the device to function without any tearing and stuttering. For gamers, this alignment is crucial, as in videogames, different scenes demand varying levels of framerates. For example, the latest Philips 24M1N3200ZA, a brand new Full-HD PC gaming monitor, features Adaptive Sync for intense gameplays.
AMD Freesync utilizes this technology, leaving the framerate range in the hands of the manufacturers. NVIDIA G-Sync uses the same principle, relying on proprietary hardware that must be built into the display.
Connectivity: the power of cables
Each port and each cable have different functionalities, and the most famous port is probably USB. Over the years it progressed from USB 1.0 (sometimes called Low-Speed) that supports a transmission rate of only 1.5 Mbps, up to the USB 3.1 that transmit 10Gbps. A new standard in connectivity that can ensure a fast, complete, and easy connectivity is USB-C (whose usual protocol is either USB 3.1 or USB 3.2, up to 10Gbps). Many Philips Monitors feature USB-C connectivity, to meet the needs of professionals and corporate environments. An example is the Philips 279P1 which offers 90W power delivery and a simple laptop docking solution to view UHD images, recharge a laptop and stay connected to Ethernet with a single USB-C cable.
DisplayPort (DP) is a digital display interface used to transmit video and audio signals to a display unit, such as a monitor. This port is highly efficient and capable of transmitting up to 100 watts (which is a lot!) over a single cable.
HDMI is another pretty common cable, starting from the very first HDMI in 2002 that could transmit up to 4.95 Gbits/s, we have now welcomed the latest HDMI 2.1, which supports the 48Gbps bandwidth. HDMI 2.1 can transmit high resolutions and faster refresh rates including 8K 60Hz and 4K 120Hz for immersive viewing and smooth fast-action details. The new Philips Monitor Momentum Designed for Xbox series feature this innovation in connectivity for the most optimized console gaming possible.
Is your set-up up to date? If not – better take a loot at all the features mentioned above for your monitors and see if it reaches your expectation.
What is in the name? New Philips monitors naming explained
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It is always time to change for the better – Philips monitors decided to renew the naming rules for the monitors, to make it more accessible and easy-to-read. It might look like alien numbers at first glance, however, there is actually logic behind it, and we are here to guide you through it.
Generations, categories, and sizing: the basic of naming
SIZE
The first two numbers are pretty obvious, if you’ve checked more than a couple of different monitors: it’s indeed the sizing and it works like a clothes-size label you normally find in your garments. So, a name starting with 24 means that that monitor is 24” (60,5 cm), if the first two numbers are 32 then the monitor’s diagonal is 32” (80cm), if it reads 55 then we are talking about a 55” monitor (139.7 cm).
CATEGORY
After the sizing comes the category or family. Philips Monitors are organized in product lines and each of them is designed to meets different needs.
The B Line is the one for professionals, business, and offices, offering comprehensive connectivity options, ergonomic features for the long hours spent working in front of a screen, and it has a wide range of good color reproduction.
The E Line is the one reserved for entertainment, casual use and study, providing robust and complete products that can meet different needs and styles.
M line belongs to the gamers, for both console and PC gaming. The Philips gaming monitors come with features that ensure the best gaming experiences.
So, the first letter you find right after the size might be B, E or M depending on the product family. Every line gets updated and broadened with new launches, new technologies, new designs frequently.
GENERATION
Product categories can be organized in generations from 1 to 9, which are indicated in the fourth character. Generations express the passing of time and the ever-evolving technology that Philips Monitors offers in its portfolio. Every decade it will take a new round from 1 again. For example, the 24M1N3200VS is a 24” gaming monitor from the first generation of Philips Monitors for PC gaming. It is also clear the difference between a 24E1 and a 24E2, which are both 24” monitors for home use but are from different years.
Features and features
From the 5th letter onwards, it is a deep dive in what makes each one of Philips Monitors unique.
VERTICAL
We find a letter called “vertical code”, that explains the most prominent feature of the monitor. For example, C means the monitor is curved, F that is 4 sides frameless, P that it’s portable, T that is touch, while G means the monitor is packed with sustainable and energy-saving features, V that privacy is the goal and U that features a USB docking station with USB-C.
POSITION
The next number represents the positioning, a qualitative description and ranking of the models, and uses a scale from 1 to 9 (only odd numbers), where 1 is good and 9 is excellent.
RESOLUTION/PLATFORM
Platform identification helps us understanding some key features such resolution and connectivity at a glance.
| Number | Platform/Resolution |
| 0 | FHD and lower, with DVI and/or VGA only |
| 1 | FHD and lower, with HDMI |
| 2 | FHD and lower, with DP |
| 3 | FHD and lower, with USB-C |
| 4 | QHD , with HDMI |
| 5 | QHD , with DP |
| 6 | QHD, with USB-C |
| 7 | UHD and above, with HDMI |
| 8 | UHD and above, with DP |
| 9 | UHD and above, with USB-C |
RESERVE CODE
We then have two other numbers that can give a hint to businesses and professionals, specifically the second one: it shows the kind and complexity of the USB-C connection integrated, from the simple USB-C port (number 0) to USB-C docking with DP out/RJ45 (number 1) and USB-C docking with DisplayLink (number 2).
FEATURE CODE
The last two letters before the slash are other key features of the monitor, that are not available in the leading or default model of the line: E is for ergonomic base, K is for integrated webcam, R is for HDR, V is for VA panel with 165Hz of refresh rate (highly specific, it’s a secret tool we’ll use later!) and so on.
STROKE CODE
Finally, we move after the slash for learning about stroke codes or market region designators. This is more for the business to categorize internally.
EU is either /00 (dual), /10 (analog), /01 (dual, FOB), /62 (analog, FOB), or /02 (for special deals or gaming monitors). UK gets two codes (/05 and /39 for FOB), Japan is /11, Korea is /61, Australia and New Zealand are /75.
Now with everything explained, here is an example. Our 24M1N3200VS/00 is a good 24” monitor from the first generation of Philips Monitors gaming M line, with a VA panel, 165Hz refresh rate and is for the European market. The alien numbers hopefully are not so alien anymore, and it can guide you through next time when picking out a monitor.