Philips 109B75-27B - Manual (Page 15)

Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the "Designed for Windows" logo signify?
The "Designed for Windows" logo means your Philips monitor fulfills the requirements and
recommendations of the PC9x (97, 98, or 99) System Design Guide and passes stringent WHQL
tests.
2. What is TCO?
TCO is a Swedish abbreviation for the Swedish Confederation of Professional
Employees.
3. What is MPR?
MPR is a Swedish abbreviation for the Swedish National Board of Measurement
and Testing.
4. What are the differences between MPRII, TCO92, TCO95, TCO99 and
TCO'03?
In the general hierarchy of standards, TCO'03/TCO99 is the highest level of
certification. Next is TCO95, which is "better" than TCO92, which, in turn, is better
than MPRII. Below, we compare the standards in each category.
-TCO 92 Phase out: June 30, 2000
-TCO 95 Will be end December 31, 2003
Emissions:
MPRII: Set low emission rules for visual displays.
TCO92: Imposed more stringent standards than MPRII.
TCO95: Further toughened TCO92 rules.
TCO99: Delineated even more severe standards and test procedures than
TCO95.
TCO'03: Same as TCO99 standard + Testing uncertainty.
Safety:
MPRII: No requirement.
TCO92/95/99/03: All set requirements.