242B1H
Philips Business 24" Anti-glare Monitor
About this product
The Philips 242B1H 24" Business Monitor features an IPS panel with anti-glare coating, 1920 x 1080 resolution, 4 ms response time, and 178x178 degree wide viewing angles. Equipped with DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D, VGA, USB 3.2, and a secure pop-up webcam for Windows Hello, it combines productivity, comfort, and energy efficiency.
Overview Summary
Philips 242B1H 24" Business Monitor delivers crisp, vivid visuals with IPS technology and full HD resolution. Designed for office and professional environments, it features adaptive sync, anti-glare coating, and ergonomic adjustments for optimal comfort. Built-in energy-saving features and TUV Eye Comfort certification reduce eye strain and operating costs.
The monitor integrates a secure pop-up webcam with Windows Hello, allowing quick and safe login. Connectivity options include DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 1.4, DVI-D, VGA, and USB 3.2 ports, supporting seamless device integration. Its SmartImage and LowBlue Mode technologies enhance image quality and reduce harmful blue light exposure.
With PowerSensor and LightSensor technologies, the Philips 242B1H monitors presence and ambient light to save energy, while SmartErgoBase allows height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments. Ideal for office work, video conferencing, content creation, and long productivity sessions.
What tier does this fall into?
Professional / Office
What is this best for?
Office work, Video conferencing, Content creation, Productivity, Multi-tasking Quick
Specifications:
- Screen size: 23.8 inches
- Flat or curve: Flat, anti-glare coating
- Panel type: IPS
- Aspect ratio: 16:9
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080
- Refresh rate: 75 Hz
- Brightness (nits): 250 nits
- Contrast ratio: 1000:1 (SmartContrast 50,000,000:1)
- View angle (degrees): 178 degrees H / 178 degrees V
- Response time (ms): 4 ms
- Frequency (Hz): 30 - 85 kHz (H) / 48 - 75 Hz (V)
- Sync: Adaptive-Sync, Separate Sync, Sync on Green
- Video ports: 1 x VGA, 1 x DVI-D, 1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 1 x HDMI 1.4
- VESA: 100 x 100 mm
Strong reasons to buy
- Full HD IPS display with wide viewing angles and vivid colors
- Secure pop-up webcam with Windows Hello for quick login
- Ergonomic SmartErgoBase for height, swivel, tilt, and pivot adjustments
- Energy-saving PowerSensor and LightSensor technologies
- TUV Eye Comfort certification with Flicker-Free and LowBlue modes
Overview:
This Philips monitor with a secure pop-up webcam with Windows Hello offers a personalized, greater security. Loaded with features to improve productivity and sustainability. Eye comfort features with TUV certified to reduce eye fatigue.
Features:
PowerSensor saves up to 70% energy costs
PowerSensor is a built-in 'people sensor' that transmits and receives harmless infrared signals to determine if user is present and automatically reduces monitor brightness when user steps away from the desk, cutting energy costs by up to 70 percent and prolonging monitor life.
LightSensor for the perfect brightness with minimal power
LightSensor uses a smart sensor to adjust the picture brightness depending on the room light conditions for the perfect picture with minimal power usage.
IPS technology for full colors and wide viewing angles
IPS displays use an advanced technology which gives you extra wide viewing angles of 178/178 degree, making it possible to view the display from almost any angle - even in 90 degree Pivot mode! Unlike standard TN panels, IPS displays gives you remarkably crisp images with vivid colors, making it ideal not only for Photos, movies and web browsing, but also for professional applications which demand color accuracy and consistent brightness at all times.
SmartImage presets for easy optimized image settings
SmartImage is an exclusive leading edge Philips technology that analyzes the content displayed on your screen and gives you optimized display performance. This user friendly interface allows you to select various modes like Office, Photo, Movie, Game, Economy etc., to fit the application in use. Based on the selection, SmartImage dynamically optimizes the contrast, color saturation and sharpness of images and videos for ultimate display performance. The Economy mode option offers you major power savings. All in real time with the press of a single button!
Effortlessly smooth action with Adaptive-Sync technology
Gaming shouldn't be a choice between choppy gameplay or broken frames. Get fluid, artifact-free performance at virtually any framerate with Adaptive-Sync technology, smooth quick refresh and ultra-fast response time.
Securely sign in with pop-up webcam with Windows HelloTM
Philips' innovative and secure webcam pops up when you need it and securely tucks back into the monitor when you are not using it. The webcam is also equipped with advanced sensors for Windows HelloTM facial recognition, which conveniently logs you into your Windows devices in less than 2 seconds, 3 times faster than a password.
TUV Eye Comfort certified to reduce eye fatigue
Philips display meet TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort standard to prevent eye strain caused by prolonged computer use. With TUV Eye Comfort certification, Philips displays ensure flicker-free, low blue mode, no disturbing reflections, wide viewing angle and less reduction of image quality from different angles and ergonomic stand designs for ideal viewing experience. Keep your eyes healthy and boost work productivity.
Less eye fatigue with Flicker-free technology
Due to the way brightness is controlled on LED-backlit screens, some users experience flicker on their screen which causes eye fatigue. Philips Flicker-free Technology applies a new solution to regulate brightness and reduce flicker for more comfortable viewing.
LowBlue Mode for easy on-the-eyes productivity
Studies have shown that just as ultra-violet rays can cause eye damage, shortwave length blue light rays from LED displays can cause eye damage and affect vision over time. Developed for wellbeing, Philips LowBlue Mode setting uses a smart software technology to reduce harmful shortwave blue light.
SmartErgoBase enables people-friendly ergonomic adjustments
The SmartErgoBase is a monitor base that delivers ergonomic display comfort and provides cable management. The base's people-friendly height, swivel, tilt and rotation angle adjustments position the monitor for maximum comfort that can ease the physical strains of a long workday; cable management reduces cable clutter and keeps the workspace neat and professional.
Built-in stereo speakers for multimedia
A pair of high quality stereo speakers built into a display device. It can be visible front firing, or invisible down firing, top firing, rear firing, etc depending on model and design.
Designed to meet environmental standards
Designed for sustainability, and reduced operating costs, this monitor meets environmental standards. Such as: ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, TCO Certified.
FAQ
Does the Philips 242B1H monitor support height and tilt adjustments?
Yes, the monitor includes a SmartErgoBase that allows height adjustment up to 150 mm, tilt -5degrees to 30degrees, swivel ±180degrees, and pivot ±90degrees for ergonomic viewing.
What connectivity options are available on this monitor?
The monitor offers DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 1.4, DVI-D, VGA inputs, and USB 3.2 ports with one fast charge port, enabling seamless connection to multiple devices.
Is the Philips 242B1H suitable for reducing eye strain?
Yes, it features TUV Eye Comfort certification, Flicker-Free technology, and LowBlue Mode to minimize eye fatigue during prolonged use.
Does this monitor include a webcam for video conferencing?
Yes, it has a secure pop-up 2 MP FHD webcam with microphone, compatible with Windows Hello for fast and secure login.
How energy-efficient is this monitor?
The Philips 242B1H includes PowerSensor and LightSensor technologies that adjust brightness and monitor activity to save energy, reducing operating costs significantly.
Specifications:
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| Specifications | |
| Product Code | 242B1H |
| Picture/Display | |
| LCD panel type | IPS technology |
| Adaptive sync | Yes |
| Backlight type | W-LED system |
| Panel Size | 23.8 inch / 60.5 cm |
| Display Screen Coating | Anti-Glare, 3H, Haze 25% |
| Effective viewing area | 527.04 (H) x 296.46 (V) |
| Aspect ratio | 16::9 |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 75Hz |
| Pixel Density | 93 PPI |
| Response time (typical) | 4 ms (Gray to Gray) |
| Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000::1 |
| SmartContrast | 50, 000, 000:1 |
| Pixel pitch | 0.2745 x 0.2745 mm |
| Viewing angle | 178º (H) / 178º (V) |
| @ C/R > 10 | |
| Picture enhancement | SmartImage |
| Color gamut (typical) | NTSC 91%*, sRGB 107% |
| Display colors | 16.7M |
| Scanning Frequency | 30 - 85 kHz (H) / 48 - 75 Hz (V) |
| sRGB | Yes |
| Flicker-free | Yes |
| EasyRead | Yes |
| LowBlue Mode | Yes |
| Connectivity | |
| Signal Input | VGA (Analog ) |
| DVI-D (digital, HDCP) | |
| DisplayPort 1.2 | |
| HDMI 1.4 x 1 | |
| HDCP | HDCP 1.4 (DVI/DP/HDMI) |
| Sync Input | Separate Sync |
| Sync on Green | |
| USB | USB-B x 1 (upstream), USB 3.2 x 3 (downstream with 1 fast charge B.C 1.2) |
| Audio (In/Out) | PC audio-in |
| Headphone out | |
| Convenience | |
| Built-in Speakers | 2 W x 2 |
| Built-in webcam | 2.0 megapixel FHD camera with microphone and LED indictor (for Windows 10 Hello) |
| User convenience | SmartImage |
| Input | |
| PowerSensor | |
| Menu | |
| Power On/Off | |
| Control software | SmartControl |
| OSD Languages | Brazil Portuguese |
| Czech | |
| Dutch | |
| English | |
| Finnish | |
| French | |
| German | |
| Greek | |
| Hungarian | |
| Italian | |
| Japanese | |
| Korean | |
| Polish | |
| Portuguese | |
| Russian | |
| Simplified Chinese | |
| Spanish | |
| Swedish | |
| Traditional Chinese | |
| Turkish | |
| Ukranian | |
| Other convenience | Kensington lock |
| VESA mount (100x100mm) | |
| Plug & Play Compatibility | DDC/CI |
| Mac OS X | |
| sRGB | |
| Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 | |
| Stand | |
| Height adjustment | 150 mm |
| Pivot | -/+ 90 degree |
| Swivel | -/+ 180 degree |
| Tilt | -5 ~ 30 degree |
| Power | |
| ECO mode | 10.9 W (typ.) |
| On mode | 14.5 W (typ.) (EnergyStar test method) |
| Standby mode | 0.35 W |
| Off mode | Zero watts with Zero switch |
| Energy Label Class | E |
| Power LED indicator | Operation - White |
| Standby mode- White (blinking) | |
| Power supply | Built-in |
| 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz | |
| Dimensions | |
| Product with stand(max height) | 540 x 501 x 205 mm |
| Product without stand (mm) | 540 x 323 x 51 mm |
| Packaging in mm (WxHxD) | 600 x 465 x 198 mm |
| Weight | |
| Product with stand (kg) | 4.77 kg |
| Product without stand (kg) | 3.17 kg |
| Product with packaging (kg) | 7.04 kg |
| Operating conditions | |
| Temperature range (operation) | 0degreesC to 40degreesC degreesC |
| Temperature range (storage) | -20degreesC to 60degreesC degreesC |
| Relative humidity | 20%-80 % |
| Altitude | Operation: +12, 000ft (3, 658m), Non-operation: +40, 000ft (12, 192m) |
| MTBF (demonstrated) | 70,000 hrs (excluded backlight) |
| Sustainability | |
| Environmental and energy | EnergyStar 8.0 |
| PowerSensor | |
| LightSensor | |
| EPEAT | |
| TCO Certified Edge | |
| RoHS | |
| Recyclable packaging material | 100 % |
| Post consumer recycled plastic | 0.85 |
| Specific Substances | PVC / BFR free housing |
| Mercury free | |
| Compliance and standards | |
| Regulatory Approvals | CE Mark |
| FCC Class B | |
| SEMKO | |
| CU-EAC | |
| TUV Ergo | |
| TUV/GS | |
| EPA | |
| ICES-003 | |
| CB | |
| CCC | |
| CECP | |
| CEL | |
| UKRAINIAN | |
| TUV Eye Comfort certified | |
| Cabinet | |
| Front bezel | Black |
| Rear cover | Black |
| Foot | Black |
| Finish | Texture |
| What's in the box? | |
| Monitor with stand | Yes |
| Cables | VGA cable, HDMI cable, DP cable, USB-A to B cable, Audio cable, Power cable |
| User Documentation | Yes |

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