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2. Setting up the monitor
2.3 MHL (Mobile High-Definition
Link) introduction
What is it?
Mobile High Definition Link (MHL) is a
mobile audio/video interface for directly
connecting mobile phones and other
portable devices to high-definition
displays.
An optional MHL cable allows you
to simply connect your MHL capable
mobile device to this large Philips MHL
display, and watch your HD videos come
to life with full digital sound. Now not
only you can enjoy your mobile games,
photos, movies, or other apps on its big
screen, you can simultaneously charge
your mobile device so you never run
out of power half way.
How do I use the MHL function?
To use the MHL function, you need an
MHL-Certified mobile device. To find
a list of MHL-certified devices, visit
the official MHL website (http://www.
mhlconsortium.org)
You also need a optional MHL certified
special cable in order to use this
function.
How does it work? (how do I
connect?)
Connect the Optional MHL cable to the
mini USB port on the mobile device
side, and the [MHL-HDMI] marked
port on the monitor side. You are now
ready to view the images on your big
screen display and operate all function
on you the mobile device such as
internet surfing, game playing, photo
browsing…etc. if your monitor has
speaker function, then you will be able
to hear accompanying sound too. When
the MHL cable is disconnected or the
mobile device is turned off, the MHL
function will be automatically disabled.
Note
•
The port marked [MHL-HDMI] is the
only port on the monitor that sup-
ports the MHL function when the
MHL cable is used. Note that the
MHL certified cable is different than
a standard HDMI cable.
•
A mobile device with MHL certifica-
tion must be purchased separately
•
You may have to manually switch
the monitor to MHL-HDMI mode in
order to activate the monitor, if you
have other devices already working
and connected to available inputs
•
Standby/Off energy saving of ErP is
not applicable for the MHL charging
functionality
•
This Philips display is MHL certified.
However, in case your MHL device
does not connect or work correctly,
check with your MHL device FAQ
or vendor directly for direction. The
policy of your device manufacturer
may require you to purchase their
brand specific MHL cable or adapter
in order to work.
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