Sony GDM-W900 User Manual

3-858-582-11 (1)

Trinitron® Color Graphic Display

GDM-W900

Operating Instructions.

Mode d’emploi

Bedienungsanleitung.

Manual de instrucciones.
Istruzioni per l’uso

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Multiscan®

11996 by Sony Corpxjration

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located at ttie rear of the unit.
Record tire serial number in the space provided below. Refer to
these numbers whenever you call upon yotur service representative
regruding this product.

Model No. GDM-W900

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Dangerously high voltages are present inside the

set. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.

Thfe equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasoruible protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequerrcy energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
n\ay cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If tiris equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measiues;

- Reorient or relocate the receiving anteima.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Cormect the equipment info an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your autitority to operate tiiis
equipment.

INFORMATION
This product complies with Swedish Natioiúl Council for
Metrology (MPR) standards issued in December 1990 (MPR11) for
very low frequency (VLF) and extremely low frequeircy (ELF).

Serial No.

Hinweise

• Aus etgonomisdien Gründen wird empfohlen, die
Grundfarbe Blau nidit auf dunklem Untergrund zu

verwenden (schlechte Erkennbarkeit, Augenbelastung bei zu
geringem Zeicheitkontrast).

• Aus etgonomisdien Gründen sollten nur DarsteUungen auf

dunklem Hintetgrund bd Vertikalfrequenzen ab
60 Hz (ohne Zeilensprung) benutzt werden.

• Die Konvergenz des Bildes kann sich auf Grund des
Magnetfddes am Ort der Aufetellung aus der korrekten
Gnmdeinstellung verändern. Ziui Korrektur errqrfiehlt es sich
deshalb, die Regler an der Frontsdte für H STAT und V STAT
so einzustellen, daß die getrermt sichtiraren Farblinien für
Rot, Grün und Blau bd z.B. der Darstellung eines
Buchstabens zur Deckung (Konvergenz) gelemgen.
Sidie hierzu auch die Erklärungen zu H CTAT und V STAT.

NOTICE

This notice is applicable for USA/Canada only.
If shipped to USA/Canada, install only a UL LISTED/CSA
LABELLED power supply cord meeting the following
specifications:
SPEOHCATIONS

Plug Type Nema-Plug 5-15p
Cord Type SVT or SJT, mittimum 3 x 18

Length Maximum 15 feet
Rating Minimum 7A, 125V

AWG

NOTICE

Cette notice s'applique aux Etats-Unis et au Canada
uniquement.
Si cet appareil est exporté aux Etats-Unis ou au Caixada, utiliser
le cordon d'alimentation portant la mention UL USTED/CSA
LABELLED d remplissant les conditions suivantes:
SPECinCATIONS

Type de fiche
Cordon

Longueur
Tension

Fiche Nema 5-15 broches
Type SVT ou SJT, minimum 3 x 18
AWG
Maximum 15 pieds
Minimum 7A, 125V

INFORMATION
Ce produit est corrforme aux normes du Swedish National Council
for Metrology de décembre 1990 (MPR 11) en ce qui concerne les
fréquences très basses (VLF) et extrêmement basses (ELF).

Hinweis
Dieses Gerät erfüllt bezüglich tieffrequenter (very low frequency)
und tiefstfrequenter (extremely low frequency) Streihlung die
Vorschriften des „Swedish National Council for Metrology (MPR)"
vom Dezenrber 1990 (MPR U).

INFORMAaÓN

Este producto cumple las normas del Consejo Nacional Sueco para
Metrología (MPR) emitidas en diciembre de 1990 (MPR 11) para
frecuencias muy bajas (VLF) y frecuencias extremadéimente bajas
(ELF).

Dieses Gerät entspricht den folgenden europäischen EMV­Vorschriften für Betrieb in Wohngebieten, gewerblichen
Gebieten und Leichtindustriegebieten.

EN55022/1994 Klasse B
EN50082-1/1992
EN60555-2/1987

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This monitor is Energy Star Compliant
when used with a computer equipped
with VESA Dispaly Power Management
Sigiuiling (DPMS). As an Intematioruil
ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony
Corporation has determined tfiat this
product meets the Intematioital

energy STAR Program for enetgy

efficiency.

This morütor complies with the TCO'95

guidelines.

Table of Contents

Introduction........................................................................

Precautions

Connections........................................................................4

Preset Modes
Selecting the Input Signal

Functions of Controls.........................................................6

Selecting the OSD Language
Changing the OSD Position

Operating the OSD.............................................................8

Adjustments (Normal mode)..............................................9

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Sony Multiscan
series monitor.
This monitor incorporates over 25 years of Sony experience
with Trinitron® display technology, ensuring excellent
performance and outstanding reliability.
The advanced design of this monitor together with Digital
Multiscan Technology allows it to sync to any video mode
within its wide scan range.

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Adjustments (Expert mode)...............................................13

Control Lock Function
Degaussing the Screen

Plug&Play.........................................................................17

Damper Wire....................................................................17

Power Saving Fimction....................................................17

Input Signal Warning Fimction........................................18

Use of the Tilt-Swivel......................................................18

Specifications
Troubleshooting

In addition, its four factory preset color modes and user
adjustable color modes give you tmprecedented flexibility
in matching on-screen colors to hard copy printouts.
Furthermore, this monitor features digital control with OSD
(On Screen Display). It delivers easier adjustment by
visualizing your control statement. All together, it delivers
incredible performance with the quality and support you
can expect from Sony.

Trinitron* is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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Precautions

• Prevent internal heat build-up by allowing adequate air
circulation. Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that
may block the ventilation holes.

• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators
or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, medtanical vibration or shock.

• Do not place the urüt near equipment which generates
magnetism, such as a converter or high voltage power

lines.

Clean the cabinet, panel cmd controls with a soft cloth

lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not
use any tjrpe of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with
sharp or abrasive items, like a ballpoint pen or a
screwdriver. This type of contact may result in a scratched
picture tube.

Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.

For the customers in UK

If you use the monitor in UK, please use the UK cable with
UK plug (not supplied).

Example of plug shape:

for too to 120 V AC

Before discormecting the power cord, wait for at least 30
seconds after turning off the power to allow the static
electricity on the CRT display surface to discharge.
After the power has been turned on, the CRT is
demagnetized for approximately five seconds. This
generates a strong magnetic field around the bezel, which
may affect the data stored on magnetic tapes or disks near
the bezel. Place such magnetic recording equipment and
tap>es/disks away from this unit.

The socket-outlet should be installed near the
equipment and be easily accessible.

for 220 to 240 VAC

When you trarvsport this morvitor for repairing or shipping,
use the original carton box and packing materials.

Connections

Before using this monitor, check that the following items
are included in your package;

• Monitor (1)

• Video signal cable (1)

• Power cord (1)

• Macintosh’* adapter (1)

• HD15 (Female) -HD15 (Male without the No. 9 pin)
adapter (1)

• Warranty card (1)

• This operating instructions (1)

This moiütor will sync with any IBM or compatible system
equipped with VGA^* or greater graphics capability.
Although this monitor will sync with other platforms, a
cable adapter is required. Please consult your dealer for
advice on which adapter is suitable for your needs.

Step 1: Connect the monitor to the computer.

With the computer switched off, connect the video signal
cable to the monitor (HD15/5 BNC's) and coimect the other
end to the video output.
To connect the HD15 connector, use the supplied video

signal cable.

To cormect the 5 BNC's connector, use the SMF-400 video

signal cable (not supplied).

Note

Do not touch the pins of the video signal cable.

Connecting to the HD15 connector

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Connecting to the 5 BNCs connector

to VIDEO IN R/G/B

Connect to the computer in the same

way as for the HD15 connector.

to SYNC IN HD/VD

Video signal cable SMF­400 (not supplied)

For the customers using IBM PC or IBM compatible system which is not compatible with DDC2AB and DDC2B+

This monitor uses a No. 9 pin in the video signal connector for
DE)C2AB and DDC2B+ compatibility.
Some PC systems which are not compatible with either D1X2AB or
DDC2B+ may not accept tite No. 9 pin. If you are not sure whether
your PC system accepts the No. 9 pin or not, use the HD15 (Female)

- HD15 (Male without the No. 9 pin) adapter (supplied). Make sure
that the male side (without the No. 9 pin) is connected to the
computer.

For the customers using the Macintosh computer

Supplied Macintosh adapter is compatible witii Macintosh LC,
Performa, Quadra and Power macintosh series computers.
Macintosh n series and some older version of PowerBook models
may need an adapter with micro switches.

Step 2: Connect the power cord.

With the monitor switched off, coimect the power cord to
the monitor and the other end to the power outlet.

to a wall outlet

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Power cord (supplied)

The installation of your monitor is complete. Enjoy your
monitor.

Notice

To comply with the limits of FCC class B and IC Qass B for digital
device, please attach supplied video signal cable for HD15 input or
SMF-400 (not supplied) for BNC input. Furthermore, each cable
must have ferrite cores in it.

1) Macintosh and Power Macintosh are trademarks of Apple
Computer Inc.

2) VGA is a trademark of IBM Corporation.

Preset Modes

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The monitor has nine factory preset modes for true "Plug &
Play" capability.

Table of preset modes

No.

Resolution
(dotsxiines)

1

640 x 480

2

720 x 400 31.5 kHz
1280 X1024 80.0 kHz 75 Hz

3
4''1600x1200

5 1920x1080
6 1920 X1080 84.4 kHz
7 1600x1024 81.3 kHz 76 Hz
8 1920 X1200

9 1920 X1035

1) VESA is a trademark of Video Electronics Standard Associatiorr.

Horizontal Vertical Graphic mode
Frequency Frequency

31.5 kHz 60 Hz VGA Graphic
70 Hz VGA Text

VESA»

93.8 kHz 75 Hz VESA

67.5 kHz 60 Hz Sony
72 Hz Sony

Sony

95.0 kHz 76 Hz Sony

33.8 kHz 60 Hz HDTV

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When using a video mcxle that is not one of the preset
modes, some fine tuning may be required to optimize the
display to your preference. Simply adjust the monitor
according to the adjustments instructions on pages 9 to 15.
The adjustments will be stored automatically and recalled
whenever that mode is used.
A total of 16 user-defined modes can be stored in memory.
If a 17th mode is entered, it will replace the first.

For less common modes, and mcxies that may evolve in the
future, the Digital Multiscan Technology of this monitor will
perform all of the complex adjustments necessary to ensure
a high quality picture for any tinung in its frequency range.
However, due to the wide variety of video boards on the
market, it may be necessary for tire user to fine tune the
vertical/horizontal size and centering.

Recommended horizontal timing conditions

Horizontal sync width should be more than 0.8 psec.

Horizontal blanking width should be more than 2.7 psec.

Note for Windows* users

Check yoiu: video board manual or the utility program
which comes with your graphic board and select the highest

available refresh rate to maximize monitor performance.

2) Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and other countries.

Selecting the Input Signal

This monitor has two signal input connectors and can
connect two computers. When the power of both computers
is on, select the signal you want to input as follows.

1 Turn on power of the monitor and the computer,

2 Select the input signal.

HD15 AUTO BNC

INPUT

To input the signal from the computer connected to the 5 BNC's connector

Set the INPUT switch to BNC.

To input the signal from the computer connected to the HD15 connector

Set the INPUT switch to HD15.

3 If necessary, adjust the user controls according to

your preference on pages 9 to 15.

When you set the INPUT switch to "AUTO"and connect computers to both connectors

If you turn on or restart the computer you want to input a signal
from, or the computer is in power saving mode, the monitor may
automatically select another computer's signal. This is because no
signal is input to the monitor at that moment. If this happens,
select the signal using the INPUT switch.

For the customers using the Windows95

Even if you select SONY for the maker on the device select screen,

the model name (GDM-W900) may not appear. In this case, select
the DDC standard monitor.

If only one computer is connected or turned on

Set the INPUT switch to AUTO (center position). The

input signal is automatically selected.

Functions of Controls

See the given pages for further description.

Front

[T] INPUT switch (page 5)

Selects the input signal.

(H RESET button (page 12)

Resets the adjustment to the factory preset levels.

[3] OPTION button (pages 8, 9.13,16)

Displays the "OPTION" OSD (On Screen Display).

[D COLOR button (pages 12,15)

Displays the "COLOR" OSD to adjust color
temperatiue.

[5] SCREEN button (pages 11,14)

Displays the "SCREEN" OSD to adjust the vertical and
horizontal convergence, etc.

d] GEOM (geometry) button (pages 10,14)

Displays the "GEOMETRY" OSD to adjust the picture

rotation and pincushion, etc.

[7] SIZE button (pages 10,14)

Displays the "SIZE" OSD to adjust the picture size.

[8] CENT (center) button (pages 10,14)

Displays the "CENTER" OSD to adjust the picture
position.

53 (contrast) -/+ (■4"/■►) buttons (pages 8 •

16)

Adjust the contrast.

Act as the -/+ (4“/■♦■) buttons when adjusting other
items.

53 POWER SAVING indicator (page 17)

Lights up when the monitor is in the Power Saving

Mode.

51 (I) power switch and indicator (page 17)

Turns the monitor on or off. The indicator lights up
when the monitor is turned on.

[9] iii (brightness) -/+ (f/f) buttons (pages 8

-16)

Adjust the picture brightness.

Act as the -/+ (4^/f) buttons when adjusting other
items.

OPTION OSD

[3]—

OPTION

► LANGUAGE

-OSD POSITION: RIGHT BOTTOM

-OSD MENU

-LOCK

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■JPN -ENG -FRAI

•DEU -ESP -ITa I

■NORMAL -EXPERT

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■UNLOCK -LOCK

[T] AC IN connector

Plug in an AC power cord.

[2] Video input 1 connector (HD15)

Inputs RGB video signal (0.714 Vp-p, positive) and
SYNC signal.

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Pin No. Signal
1 Red 8
2 Green

(Composite
Sync on Green)

3 Blue
4 Ground
5 DDC Groimd- 13
6 Red Ground
7 Green Ground 15

Pin No. Signal

Blue Ground

9 DDC + 5V*

10
11

Ground
Ground

12 Bi-Directional

Data (SDA)*
H.Sync

14 V. Sync

Data Clock(SCL)*

-(INPUT: BNC

Q Q SELECT B B SET

84.4kHz/72Hz J

U] LANGUAGE (page 8)

Selects an OSD language, Japanese, English, French,
Germaiv Spanish, or Italian.

[U OSD POSITION (page 8)

Changes the OSD position to be displayed.

[U OSD MENU (pages 9, 13)

Selects the adjustment mode, normal or expert.

g] LOCK (page 16)

Turns on or off the control lock fimction.

H] INPUT (pages 5,18)

Shows the current active connector, the BNC cormectors

or the HD15 connector, and the signal frequency.

Display Data Channel (DDC) Standard by VESA

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Video input 2 connector (5 BNC)

Inputs RGB video signal (0.714 Vp-p, positive).