Sony offers two models of high-performance professional 3D/2D LCD
monitor: the LMD-4251TD (42-inch) and the LMD-2451TD (24-inch).
These monitors are supplied with the BKM-30G circular-polarizer 3D
glasses as a supplied accessory.
The LMD-51 Series 3D/2D monitors incorporate a wide viewing
angle LCD panel, high-purity color filters, sophisticated 10-bit signal
processing, and Sony’s unique ChromaTRU™ color matching
technology. With these qualities, they deliver precise images and
accurate color reproduction for broadcast and professional video
monitoring. Added to this, an automatic white balance calibration
function* allows quick and simple monitor adjustment and matching,
and offers stable color reproduction. And these LMD-51 Series
monitors incorporate a 3G-SDI capability which means they can
accept Y/C
b/Cr 4:2:2 1080/50p and 60p video signals using only a
single SDI cable.
LMD-30/10 Series monitors, incorporating high-purity RGB color filters
and a 10-bit signal processing engine, offer stunning 109% peak
white reproduction without clipping, and a smooth gray scale. While
these capabilities are appropriate for professional use, this type of
LMD-30/10 Series monitors is also suited for use with consumer video
and digital camera products – each is equipped with an HDMI
connector. These monitors are therefore ideal for both professional
and semiprofessional high-definition applications.
This broad and powerful LMD Series professional LCD monitor lineup
continues to meet a variety of picture monitoring applications from
broadcast and postproduction to surveillance, and to demanding
semi-professional applications.
* This works with the combination of a PC and a commercially available calibration tools.
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LMD-51 Series
– Versatile 3D/2D LCD Monitors
LMD-4251TDLMD-2451TD
Fully compatible with 2D monitors
The LMD-4251TD and LMD-2451TD monitors are equipped with consistent quality,
functionality, and operability – essential for professional monitors. Both 3D monitors
can be used as 2D monitors.*
* The LMD-4251TD does not support 2-channel audio level meter and waveform monitor display.
High-performance LCD panels
The LMD-51 Series monitors incorporate high-resolution professional LCD panels* with
an excellent wide viewing angle, and use precisely manufactured RGB color filters,
allowing the reproduction of colors with stunning depth and saturation to create
highly natural images.
* LMD-4251TD (42-inches, 1920 x1080 pixels), and LMD-2451TD (24-inches, 1920 x 1200 pixels).
Waveform monitor, audio level meter, and time code display*
The input signal’s waveform can be displayed on screen. When an SDI interface is
connected, the embedded audio level can be displayed on screen with a 2-channel
audio level meter. Installing an optional BKM-250TG 3G-SDI input adaptor, the LMD-51
Series monitors can display on screen an 8-channel audio level meter and a time
code – either LTC or VITC is selectable.
* The LMD-4251TD does not support waveform monitor. Audio level meter and Time code can be displayed when
the optional BKM-250TG input adaptor is installed and SDI signal is received.
* Simulated images
Stereo audio monitoring
LMD-51 Series monitors are equipped with stereo speakers (1.0 W + 1.0 W) and a
stereo headphone jack, which enable users to monitor audio. The SDI-embedded
audio can be monitored by the built-in speakers and the monitor output.
Closed-caption decoder
The closed caption information embedded in EIA 608 and EIA 708* can be decoded
for display.
* For EIA 708, the optional BKM-244CC Closed Caption Adaptor is required.
Color temperature
Color temperatures of D93, D65, or a user preset value can be selected.
10-bit signal processing and ChromaTRU color matching technology
Added to the high-grade LCD panels, a 10-bit signal processing and ChromaTRU
technology offer a smooth gray scale and stable white balance.
LMD-51 Series monitors employ a software-based white balance calibration
function, which is called “Monitor_AutoWhiteAdjustment”. Combined with a PC and
commercially available calibration tools*, this function enables simple adjustment of
the monitor’s white balance.
LMD-51 Series monitors can display various area markers,
including a center marker, aspect markers, and safety
area marker. The brightness of these markers can be
selected from three different levels: white, gray, and dark
gray.
Users can also select either a black or gray mat to fill the
outer area of the aspect markers. These flexible marker
controls, together with the choice of many different
aspect markers, make the LMD-51 Series monitors
extremely convenient display devices for a variety of
shooting scenarios, from standard video acquisition to
digital cinematography.
Marker settings
Aspect Marker4:3, 15:9, 14:9, 13:9, 1.85:1,
Center MarkerYes
Safety Area80%, 85%, 88%, 90%, 93%
16:9 Mode4:3 Mode
2.35:1, 1.85:1 & 4:3
16:9
Standard and optional signal interfaces
In addition to the standard input interfaces of analog
composite, component and RGB, and Y/C (S-Video),
LMD-51 Series monitors are equipped with two slots for
optional input adaptors of any combination for SD or HD
video inputs including 3G/HD-SDI. Users can expand the
input capability according to their budget and needs.
Computer signal interfaces
LMD-51 Series monitors are equipped with standard
interfaces for HD-15 and DVI-D interfaces, respectively.
LMD-2451TD option slots
Signal-interface Options
BKM-250TG, 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input Adaptor*
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI monitor output (x2)
* 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals are detected
automatically
BKM-243HS, HD-SDI/SD-SDI Input Adaptor*
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI monitor output (x1)
* HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals are detected automatically
BKM-227W, NTSC/PAL Input Adaptor
• Composite input/output (x1)
• Y/C input/output (x1)
VESA mounting
LMD-51 Series monitors provide VESA standard mounting
holes which support installation on a wall or ceiling:
LMD-4251TD – 400 x 400 mm pitch
LMD-2451TD – 100 x 100 mm pitch
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Other features
• Multi-display mode
• H/V Delay Function
• ACC Off
• DC Operation 24 V: LMD-2451TD
• Setup Level for Analog Component and NTSC signal
• Sub Control on Contrast, Chroma, Phase, and Brightness
• Blue-Only Mode
• Monochrome Mode
• Auto Chroma / Phase Setup
• Three-color Tally (LMD-4251TD is not equipped with Tally)
• Key-inhibit function
• Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) for Computer Input
BKM-244CC,
HD/SD-SDI Closed Caption Adaptor*
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI monitor output (x1)
* HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals are detected automatically
* Closed-caption decoders (EIA 608 and EIA 708) are
equipped
BKM-229X, Analog Component Adaptor
• RGB,Y/PB/PR input (x1)
• EXT SYNC (x1)
BKM-220D, SD-SDI 4:2:2 Input Adaptor
• SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• SD-SDI monitor output (x1)
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3D Features
(2-pixel) pitch.
Disparity amount
L-line
R-line
Circular-polarizer 3D system
The LMD-4251TD and LMD-2451TD incorporate a micropolarizer filter attached to the
LCD panel. Wearing Sony’s BKM-30G or BKM-31G 3D glasses, users experience smooth,
uninterrupted viewing of multiple monitors and flicker-free 3D images. This image
quality helps users to engage in 3D production operations with minimal stress.
Unique lightweight circular-polarizer 3D glasses
Sony provides two types of 3D glasses: the standard BKM-30G, and the clip-on
BKM-31G. These 3D glasses are extremely lightweight*1 and comfortable to wear.
Designed with a soft frame and center-support structure, BKM-30G glasses fit any size
and shape of head and face, so the wearer experiences minimal stress even during
continuous production tasks. Both the BKM-30G and BKM-31G block approximately
99% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays.*
*1 BKM-30G glasses weigh approx. 18 g; BKM-31G glasses weigh approx. 16 g.
*2 These circular-polarizer glasses cannot be used as sunglasses. The blocked spectral range is 280 nm to 380 nm.
BKM-30GBKM-31G
* Clip-on BKM-31G glasses are worn with the user’s own corrective glasses
Multiple 3D input signal formats and interfaces
The LMD-4251TD and LMD-2451TD accept a variety of 3D signal formats including
3G-SDI, Dual-stream HD-SDI, HD-SDI side-by-side, HD-SDI Line interleave (line-by-line),
HD-SDI Field sequential using an optional BKM-250TG 3G-SDI input adaptor, and DVI Line
interleave (line-by-line). This input flexibility enables versatile 3D production both in the
studio and the field.
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Variety of 3D/2D display functions
These capabilities are assignable to function keys on the front panel of the LMD-4251TD
and LMD-2451TD, and can also be assigned to an external remote control unit.
*1 These functions work when the optional BKM-250TG 3G-SDI input adaptor is installed. Some features are
unavailable depending on input signals or display modes. Multiple functions may not be used simultaneously.
*2 The 1920 x 1080 image displays with black bands at the top and bottom of the LMD-2451TD WUXGA screen.
Disparity simulation
Either the left or right signal phase (or both
Original parallax
phases) of a 3D image can be shifted
horizontally.
Difference display*
This function displays the difference between
the luminance signal of the left (L) and right (R)
images of the 3D signal. This function is useful
for checking the amount of parallax.
Grid display*
The primary function is to display arbitrary
multiple numbers of vertical lines for users to
review the overall parallax of captured images.
Vertical lines
* Number of vertical lines can be set variable with 0.1%
Disparity ruler*
This function works to precisely measure
disparity by setting L-line and R-line to L/R
objects respectively on the screen.
Virtual Subject Marker*
This function simulates disparity in a subject on
any part of the screen, before the shot is taken.
Transparent marker
in a positive parallax
Checker board
L/R switch
3D/2D color matching function (3D offset adjustment)*
720p Scan Mode Selection*
Side-by-side signals display
Dual time code display
Flip H
Horopter check
Payload ID display
R
L
Examples of grid display
LR
Weaker parallax
Shift
LR
Simulation
Shift
L
R
Stronger parallax
Vertical and horizontal lines
L
Grey marker
in a negative parallax
* This function will be available from V1.10, and requires a BKM-250TG serial number of 740001 or higher.
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LMD-30/10 Series
– Entry-level LCD Monitor
Color temperature/gamma selection
With the LMD-30/10 Series monitors, users can select from high, low, or preset color
temperatures. A variety of gamma modes can also be selected.
LMD-2110WLMD-1530WLMD-1510W
High purity color filters
Equipped with high-purity RGB color filters, LMD-30/10 Series monitors achieve color
reproduction with stunning depth and saturation.
Excellent brightness and contrast
LMD-30/10 Series monitors provide high-brightness, high contrast images thanks
to their wide aperture LCD panels. In addition, the use of precisely manufactured
RGB color filters allows these monitors to reproduce colors with stunning depth and
saturation – creating highly natural images.
109% peak white and 10-bit signal processing
Incorporating high-purity RGB color filters and 10-bit signal processing engine,
LMD-30/10 Series monitors offer stunning 109% peak white reproduction without
clipping and a smooth gray scale.
Incorrect gamma imageCorrect gamma image
* Simulated images
Operational Convenience
Marker settings
LMD-30/10 Series monitors can display a center marker, aspect markers, and safety
area markers in different sizes.* The brightness of these markers can be set at different
levels. These flexible marker settings make these monitors extremely convenient
display devices for a variety of shooting scenarios.
* 80%, 85%, 88%, 90%, or 93% can be selected.
Selectable scan size for video input and aspect ratio
With LMD-30/10 Series monitors, the scan size can be selected: Normal (0%), Over (5%),
and Full scan.
The aspect ratio can be switched between 16:9 and 4:3 according to the input signal.
Three-color tally
LMD-30/10 Series monitors are equipped with a tally lamp that can be lit via a parallel
remote connector. The status of the signal displayed on the monitor can be identified
by the tally color: red, green, or amber.
Audio monitoring
LMD-30/10 Series monitors are equipped with a monaural speaker (0.5 W), which
enables the user to monitor audio.
Protected controls
With LMD-30/10 Series monitors, the key-inhibit function helps prevent inadvertent
operation from the control panel.
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Mounting Flexibility and Remote Access
Control panel
Mountable in an EIA 19-inch Standard Rack
LMD-30/10 Series monitors can be mounted in a EIA 19-inch standard rack using
optional mounting brackets. The 7U-high LMD-1530W uses the MB-533 and LMD-1510W
uses MB-535 respectively. The 9U-high LMD-2110W uses MB-529 Mounting Bracket.
VESA mounting
VESA standard mounting holes (100 x 100 mm pitch) are provided on LMD-30/10 Series
monitors to enable wall or ceiling installation.
Parallel remote control
These entry-level type LMD-30/10 Series monitors can be controlled remotely via
their parallel remote connectors. In the remote menu, there are 16 functions for the
LMD-1530W and LMD-2110W, and 21 functions for the LMD-1510W, of which seven can
be allocated to the remote connector.
Input Versatility
Standard inputs and expandability
LMD-30/10 Series monitors are equipped with a full range of analog SD inputs
including analog composite NTSC and PAL, Y/C (S-Video), and 525i/625i component
and RGB. These monitors can also handle HD/SD-SDI input with an optional
BKM-341HS HD/SD-SDI input adaptor. This optional feature allows this monitor to
connect to HD/SD-SDI equipment for wide range of broadcast and post-production
applications. Furthermore, these monitors offer an HD signal input capability via their
HDMI and analog component interface, and also can accept DVI signals via the
HDMI interface.*
* Requires a DVI conversion cable.
LMD-1530W / LMD-2110W / LMD-1510W
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Tally lamp
2
standby switch and indicator
3
KEY INHIBIT indicator
4
VOLUME buttons
5
Menu operation buttons
6
ASPECT select button
7
SCAN select button
8
BLUE ONLY button
9
EXT SYNC (external sync) button
10
SDI button
11
RGB/COMPONENT button
12
HDMI button
13
LINE
14
Speaker
Connector panel
LMD-1530W / LMD-2110W / LMD-1510W
1
HDMI IN connector
2
HDMI cable holder
3
OPTION IN connector
4
OPTION AUDIO In (Phono jack)
5
EXT SYNC In/Out (external sync) (BNC)
6
RGB/COMPONENT (BNC), Audio (Phono jack)
7
PARALLEL REMOTE (modular connector)
8
LINE [composite (BNC), Y/C (Mini DIN 4-pin), Audio (Phono jack)]
9
AC In
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LMD-30/10 Series with the optional
BKM-341HS HD/SD-SDI adaptor
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LMD-51 Series and LMD-30/10 Series Input Signals / Input Adaptors
*1 DVI signals can be input via the HDMI interface using a conversion cable.
*2 This works with the combination of a PC and a commercially available calibration tools.
*3 With the LMD-4251TD and LMD-2451TD monitors, the I/P mode is fixed to Field Merge mode on 3D mode.
*4 The 8-ch audio level meter can be displayed when the optional BKM-250TG input adaptor is installed.
*5 An optional BKM-250TG 3G-SDI input adaptor is required.
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Specifications
Picture Performance
Panela-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD
Picture size (diagonal)1067.0 mm (42 1/8 inches)613.2 mm (24 1/4 inches)
Effective picture size (H x V)930.0 x 523.0 mm (36 3/4 x 20 3/4 inches)518.4 x 324.0 mm (20 1/2 x 12 7/8 inches)
Resolution (H x V)1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD)1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA)
Vertical viewing angle (3D mode)46° at a viewing distance more than 620 mm, crosstalk less than 7% (typical)54° at a viewing distance more than 320 mm, crosstalk less than 7% (typical)
Input
CompositeBNC (x1), 1.0 Vp-p ±3 dB sync negative
Y/CMini DIN 4-pin (x1)
RGB, ComponentBNC (x3)
DVI-DDVI-D (x1), TMDS single link
HD15D-sub 15-pin (x1)
AudioPhono jack (x2) (L, R), -5 dBu 47 kilohms or higher
External syncBNC (x1)
Option slot2 slots, Signal format: H: 15 kHz to 45 kHz, V: 48 Hz to 60 Hz
CompositeBNC (x1), loop-through, with 75 ohms automatic termination
Y/CMini DIN 4-pin (x1), loop-through, with 75 ohms automatic termination
RGB, ComponentBNC (x3), loop-through, with 75 ohms automatic termination
External syncBNC (x1), loop-through, with 75 ohms automatic termination
Audio monitor outPhono jack (x2) (L, R)
Speaker (built-in)1.0 W + 1.0 W (stereo)
General
Power requirementsAC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 2.7 A to 1.1 AAC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A to 0.7 A, DC 24 V, 5.7 A
Power consumptionApprox. 250 W (max.) (with 2 x BKM-229X)Approx. 130 W (max.) (with 2 x BKM-229X)
Operating temperature0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F), Recommended: 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F)
Operating humidity30% to 85% (no condensation)
Storage and transport temperature-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Storage and transport humidity0% to 90%
Operating, storage, and transport pressure700 hPa to 1060 hPa
Dimensions (W x H x D) (with stand)–602.4 x 497.9 x 269.9 mm (23 3/4 x 19 5/8 x 10 3/4 inches)
Dimensions (W x H x D) (without stand)1027.0 x 616.0 x 130.0 mm (40 1/2 x 24 3/8 x 5 1/8 inches)602.4 x 386.2 x 110.0 mm (23 3/4 x 15 1/4 x 4 3/8 inches)
Mass (with options)23.5 kg (51 lb 13 oz) (with 2 x BKM-229X)11.5 kg (25 lb 6 oz) (with 2 x BKM-229X)
Mass23.0 kg (50 lb 11 oz)11.0 kg (24 lb 4 oz)
Supplied accessoriesAC power cord (1), AC plug holder (1), 3D glasses (including case) (2), L/R labels (1), Operating Instructions (1), CD-ROM (1), Using the CD-ROM Manual (1)
Y: 1.0 Vp-p ±3 dB sync negative
C: 0.286 Vp-p ±3 dB (NTSC burst signal level), 0.3 Vp-p ±3 dB (PAL burst signal level)
RGB: 0.7 Vp-p ±3 dB (Sync On Green, 0.3 Vp-p sync negative)
Component: 0.7 Vp-p ±3 dB (75% chrominance standard color bar signal)
R/G/B: 0.7 Vp-p sync positive (Sync On Green, 0.3 Vp-p sync negative)
Sync: Total level (polarity free, H/V separate sync)
Plug & Play function: corresponds to DDC2B
0.3 Vp-p to 4.0 Vp-p ± bipolarity ternary or negative polarity binary
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LMD-4251TDLMD-2451TD
XLR-type 4-pin (male) (x1)
DC 24 V (output impedance 0.05 ohms or less)
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Options
Picture Performance
Panela-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD
Picture size (diagonal)
Effective picture size (H x V)
Resolution (H x V)1280 x 768 pixels (WXGA)1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD)1366 x 768 pixels (WXGA)