Sony PVM-L2300 Operation Manual

LCD VIDEO MONITOR

PVM-L2300

OPERATION MANUAL [English] 1st Edition (Revised 1)

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment: E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio)

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 17-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.

For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Attention-when the product is installed in Rack:

1.Prevention against overloading of branch circuit

When this product is installed in a rack and is supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please make sure that the rack does not overload the supply circuit.

2.Providing protective earth

When this product is installed in a rack and is supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please confirm that the outlet is provided with a suitable protective earth connection.

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

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

For the customers in Europe

This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN60950-1:Product Safety

3.Internal air ambient temperature of the rack

When this product is installed in a rack, please make sure that the internal air ambient temperature of the rack is within the specified limit of this product.

4.Prevention against achieving hazardous condition due to uneven mechanical loading

When this product is installed in a rack, please make sure that the rack does not achieve hazardous condition due to uneven mechanical loading.

5.Install the equipment while taking the operating temperature of the equipment into consideration

For the operating temperature of the equipment, refer to the specifications of the Operation Manual.

6.When performing the installation, keep the following space away from walls in order to obtain proper exhaust and radiation of heat.

Lower, Upper: 4.4 cm (1

/4 inches) or more

For the customers in Norway

This equipment can be connected to IT power distribution system.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Overview

Precautions ........................................................................... 7

On Safety ....................................................................................7

On Installation ............................................................................ 7

Handling the LCD Screen ..........................................................7

On Cleaning................................................................................7

On Repacking ............................................................................. 8

On Rack Mounting ..................................................................... 8

Features ................................................................................. 8

Options ................................................................................ 10

Input/Output Connector and Adaptor....................................... 11

Location and Function of Parts ......................................... 13

Front Panel................................................................................13

Rear Panel/Left Side Panel....................................................... 15

Chapter 2 Preparations

Environments of the Installation Location ....................... 17

Installing an Input Adaptor ................................................ 18

Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Screen ........................ 19

Attaching the Bracket......................................................... 20

Connections ........................................................................ 21

Connecting the Controller (BKM-16R).................................... 22

Connecting the Multiple Units with the LAN ..........................22

Turning on the Power ......................................................... 24

Connecting the AC Power Cord ............................................... 24

Turning on the Monitor ............................................................ 24

Settings................................................................................ 25

Selecting the Area..................................................................... 25

Setting for the LAN to Connect the Multiple Units ................. 26

Selecting the Monitor (Designation of the Monitor or Group ID

Number)..................................................................... 27

Assigning the Input Signal to the Channel ............................... 27

Setting the Display Mode of the Picture................................... 28

Adjusting ............................................................................. 28

Chroma/Phase Adjustment .......................................................28

Color Temperature (White Balance) Adjustment..................... 29

Brightness/Contrast Adjustment............................................... 29

Chapter 3 Menu

Basic Menu Operations.......................................................31

Menu Operation Buttons...........................................................31

Displaying the Menu.................................................................32

Setting or Adjusting in the Menu Operation.............................32

Entering the Channel Number ..................................................34

Aborting Menu Operation.........................................................34

Menu Structure ....................................................................35

Adjustment Menu.................................................................42

Overview...................................................................................42

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................42

Input Configuration Menu ...................................................48

Overview...................................................................................48

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................48

Display Setting Menu ..........................................................53

Overview...................................................................................53

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................53

Display Function Menu .......................................................55

Overview...................................................................................55

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................55

System Configuration Menu...............................................62

Overview...................................................................................62

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................62

File Management Menu .......................................................68

Overview...................................................................................68

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................68

Status Menu .........................................................................70

Overview...................................................................................70

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................70

Controller Menu ...................................................................72

Overview...................................................................................72

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................72

Key Protect Menu ................................................................76

Overview...................................................................................76

Menu Function and Operation ..................................................76

Chapter 4 Operations

Selecting Display Mode.......................................................77

Setting the Display of Native Scan Mode ..........................78

Selecting the Native Scan/Scan Mode...............................78

Displaying Two Signals on One Screen

(Picture&Picture).....................................................79

Magnifying the Picture (Pixel Zoom)..................................80

Displaying the Picture in Black Detail Mode .....................81

Appendixes

Capturing the Picture of the HD Signal

(HD Frame Capture) ............................................... 82

Displaying the Area Marker or Aspect Marker ................. 83

Copying the Setting or Adjustment Value to Another

Monitor .................................................................... 84

Assigning the Function on the Function Button.............. 85

Upgrading the Monitor and Controller.............................. 85

Saving the upgrade data in a “Memory Stick PRO” ................85

Upgrading the monitor .............................................................86

Upgrading the controller........................................................... 86

Specifications...................................................................... 88

Input Signals and Adjustable/Setting Items ..................... 90

Available Signal Systems................................................... 92

Available Signal Formats ................................................... 93

Aperture Modification Frequency...................................... 98

Picture Display Size............................................................ 99

Picture·Frame Display ...................................................... 102

Matrix/Gamma Setting Table............................................ 105

Scan Mode Image.............................................................. 111

Troubleshooting................................................................ 114

Dimensions........................................................................ 116

Connection Cable Specifications for Color Temperature

Probes ................................................................... 119

Inserting/Ejecting the “Memory Stick” ........................... 121

Notes on “Memory Stick” ...................................................... 121

Menu Index 123

Chapter 1 Overview

Overview

Precautions

On Safety

• Operate the unit only with a power source as specified in the “Specifications” section.

• A nameplate indicating operating voltage, power consumption, etc., is located on the rear panel.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• Do not drop or place heavy objects on the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, turn off the power immediately. It is dangerous to use the unit with a damaged power cord.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for several days or more.

• Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet by grasping the plug, not by pulling the cord.

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

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of pixels may be “stuck”, either always off (black), always on (red, green, or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long period of use, because of the physical characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously. These problems are not a malfunction.

• Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can damage the LCD screen. Take care when you place the unit by a window.

• Do not push or scratch the LCD monitor’s screen. Do not place a heavy object on the LCD monitor’s screen. This may cause the screen to lose uniformity.

• If the unit is used in a cold place, horizontal lines or a residual image may appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction. When the monitor becomes warm, the screen returns to normal.

• If a fixed picture such as a frame of a divided picture or time code, or a still picture is displayed for a long time, an image may remain on the screen and be superimposed as a ghosting image.

• The screen and the cabinet become warm during operation. This is not a malfunction.

On Cleaning

On Installation

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. 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 in a location near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.

Handling the LCD Screen

• The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a very small proportion

Before cleaning

Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

On cleaning the monitor screen

The monitor screen surface is especially treated to reduce reflection of light. As incorrect maintenance may impair the performance of the monitor, take care with respect to the following:

• Wipe the screen gently with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth. If you wipe the screen using too much force, the screen surface may lose uniformity or the LCD panel may malfunction. Never use tissue as it may scar the surface of the screen.

• Stubborn stains may be removed with a soft cloth such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth lightly dampened with water.

Precautions

• Never use solvent such as alcohol, benzene or thinner, or acid, alkaline or abrasive detergent, or chemical cleaning cloth, as they will damage the screen surface.

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On cleaning the cabinet

• Clean the cabinet gently with a soft dry cloth. Stubborn

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stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent solution, followed by wiping with a soft dry cloth.

• Use of alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide may damage the finish of the cabinet or remove the indications on the cabinet. Do not use these chemicals.

• If you rub on the cabinet with a stained cloth, the cabinet may be scratched.

• If the cabinet is in contact with a rubber or vinyl resin product for a long period of time, the finish of the cabinet may deteriorate or the coating may come off.

On Repacking

Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. They make an ideal container which to transport the unit.

On Rack Mounting

When the monitor is mounted on a rack, the temperature around the monitor may rise due to heat generated from other equipment and reduced air circulation, causing damage to the monitor. To prevent this, keep the space around the monitor (1U or more space above and below the monitor), and install a ventilation fan or take other effective countermeasures so that the temperature around the monitor is within the specified range: operating temperature range of 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95°F).

The PVM-L2300 is 23-inch LCD Video Monitor. This is suitable for television stations or video production houses, where precise image reproduction is required.

The PVM-L2300 features flat panel and “TRIMASTER*”, which is a new technology developed for three elements, “accurate color reproduction”, “precision imaging” and “quality picture consistency,” that are in demand for professional use. “TRIMASTER” decreases the viewing difference that occurs due to the individuality of each panel. Also, the PVM-L2300 realizes the high picture quality and high-trust by the color management system with its wide color gamut device, high-resolution/precise gradation display, animation improvement technology and signal processing of high accuracy/calibration/feedback system.

* TRIMASTER is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

23-inch LCD panel developed for the PVM

The 23-inch (22.5 inch) LCD panel was developed for the PVM-L2300 and supports the full HD signal. It offers a 10-bit driver, high-speed response, high resolution and high color gradation.

12-bit precision display engine for professional use

The panel is equipped with a unique signal process engine developed for the professional use monitor. This engine incorporates 12-bit output accuracy at each process, and provides a high-quality I/P conversion algorithm, scaling processing, panel driving and a highly accurate color management system.

If you have any questions about this unit, please contact your Sony service representative.

Features

Multi color space

A color management system which uses the unique 3D LUT (Look Up Table) reproduces the color space that complies with the broadcast standard ITU-R BT.709, EBU and SMPTE-C accurately.

High-quality I/P conversion processing

A high-quality picture near the original one, in which jagged lines and conversion errors are decreased by detecting the feature of the picture inside the subdivided block and processing properly, is reproduced. The signal delay is decreased by judging the animation or still picture from the past video signal.

Interlace display mode

The interlace signal is displayed as the interlace picture by inserting the black line without I/P conversion processing. A picture faithful to the original signal and with the same feel as a CRT is gained.

For setting the display, see “Selecting Display Mode” on page 77.

For the operation, see “Displaying the Area Marker or Aspect Marker” on page 83.

Black frame insertion display mode

Motion blur caused by the holding-type display of the LCD is decreased by inserting the black frame between the picture frames in double frame rate (100/120Hz) operation of the LCD panel.

For setting the display, see “Selecting Display Mode” on page 77.

Available to a multi signal format

The monitor supports various input signals such as 720 × 576/50i to 1920 × 1080/50P, 60P and variable computer signals up to WUXGA (1920 × 1200). A DVI-D (HDCP correspondence), HDMI* and four option slots are equipped as the interface and the monitor supports HDSDI, SDI, RGB, YPbPr, Y/C, composite and Dual-link HD-SDI signal input.

* HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia

Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

HD frame capture function

The frame of the HD-SDI input signal is captured and saved as a picture file in the “Memory Stick”. This is used to confirm the color tone and picture angle of the current scene and recorded scene by using the multi display (Picture&Picture) function.

* As the frame of the input signal is captured, the data and

marker set by the monitor is not reflected.

For the operation, see “Capturing the Picture of the HD Signal (HD Frame Capture)” on page 82.

Multi display function

Two kinds of input signals are output on the monitor. Side by Side mode is useful for adjusting the color or comparing two pictures.

For the operation, see “Displaying Two Signals on One Screen (Picture&Picture)” on page 79.

Pixel zoom function

As part of the picture is magnified up to 8 times without scaling processing, this is convenient for confirming a minute part of the signal.

Scan selection/Native scan display function

You can select from under scan (–3%), normal scan (0%) and over scan (mask of the 5% over scan portion in the normal scan) for the picture display. The monitor is equipped with a native scan display function which maps the pixel of the signal to the panel in one-to-one mode. You can select the mode from ×1, ×2 or Aspect Correction to display a signal in native mode. An SD signal of non-square pixels (the number of H pixels of the signal system is 720 or 1440) or a 640 × 480 SD signal of DVI video/HDMI video is displayed correctly by scaling processing of doubling for the V direction and correct aspect ratio for the H direction, and the picture is also optimized and displayed by modifying the aperture coefficient value, filter coefficient value, etc. in Aspect Correction mode.

For the operation, see “Selecting the Native Scan/Scan Mode” on page 78.

Black detail mode display function

You can reduce to dull black color by backlight leaking and precisely assess any parts with low color gradation. You can decrease the black level up to 40% of the normal display (100 cd/m color gradation (higher than 75 IRE) are clipped by the dynamic range of the circuit, but a zebra pattern (selectable) is displayed in the clipped portions.

For the operation, see “Displaying the Picture in Black Detail Mode” on page 81.

at 100% signal). The parts with high

Aspect selectable function

A squeezed and recorded signal is displayed with the correct angle. You can select from 4:3 and 16:9 aspect modes.

Remote control function (Ethernet control)

The controller controls up to 32 monitors by the Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) connection. Up to four controllers are connected to one monitor in single mode. You can control individual monitors or monitor groups simply by entering the monitor ID number or group ID number. You can also execute the same operation on all connected monitors, or put all connected monitors into the same setup and adjustment state.

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For the operation, see “Magnifying the Picture (Pixel Zoom)” on page 80.

Safe area marker and aspect marker functions

The monitor is equipped with two area markers and center marker as the safe area marker and aspect marker for confirming the picture angle.

Closed caption display function

EIA/CEA-608 or EIA/CEA-708 standard closed caption signals superimposed on the SDI signals are displayed by installing the optional input adaptor (BKM-244CC).

Variable picture adjustment functions

Auto chroma, phase and matrix adjustment function are equipped. The white balance is automatically adjusted by

Features

using a commercially available probe (Konica Minolta CA-210, DK-Technologies PM5639/06, X-Rite Eye-One Pro).

Options

Other features

• The color temperature is selectable from D65, D93 and

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User.

• Built-in test pattern for 100% white signal, 20% gray signal, 0% black signal, PLUGE (Picture Line Up Generation Equipment) signal, color-bar signal, 5 step gray scale signal and ramp signal.

• Chroma Up function that increases the chroma setting by 12 dB.

• Blue only function and RGB cut off function to monitor signal noise.

• A parallel remote of the contact point control connector is equipped.

For external control

BKM-16R Monitor Control Unit

The BKM-16R is a controller of the PVM-L2300 and you can control multiple monitors from one controller.

In this manual, the BKM-16R is referred to as the controller.

For installation

BKM-37H Controller Attachment Stand

Used to join a BKM-16R and the PVM-L2300. When the stand is attached to the PVM-L2300, you can adjust the monitor angle up or down.

BKM-38H Controller Attachment Stand

Used to join a BKM-16R and the PVM-L2300.

SMF-700 Monitor Interface Cable

Used to connect the PVM-L2300 to the BKM-16R.

BKM-23M Monitor Protection Panel

The BKM-23M is a panel to protect the LCD panel of the PVM-L2300.

Input adaptors

The input connector panel is composed by installing the optional input adaptor into the input option slot at the left side of the monitor. Up to four adaptors can be installed to the monitor. The input signal type for each connector of the adaptor is set with the Input Configuration menu, in accordance with the configuration of the connector panel.

Note

When installing the adaptor, be sure to perform the necessary input signal setup with the Input Configuration menu. If the setup is not performed, the adaptors may not function correctly.

For information about the Input Configuration menu, see page 48.

For details of each input adaptor, refer to the operating instructions of each model.

BKM-220D SDI 4:2:2 Input Adaptor

Includes a decoder for serial digital signals (525/625 component). Input/output connectors for two serial digital channels and output connector for one monitor channel are equipped.

Options

Note

The signal from the MONITOR OUT connector of the BKM-220D does not satisfy the ON-LINE signal specifications.

BKM-227W NTSC/PAL Input Adaptor

Includes a decoder for NTSC/PAL/PAL-M/SECAM signals. Input/output connectors for each one composite signal channel and Y/C signal channel are equipped.

BKM-229X Analog Component Input Adaptor

Includes a decoder for analog component signals and analog RGB signals. Input connector for one channel is equipped.

BKM-243HS HD/D1-SDI Input Adaptor

Includes a decoder for serial digital component signals. Input/output connectors for two serial digital channels and output connector for one monitor channel are equipped.

Note

The signal from the MONITOR OUT connector of the BKM-243HS does not satisfy the ON-LINE signal specifications.

BKM-244CC HD/SD-SDI Closed Caption Adaptor

Includes a decoder for serial digital component signals. EIA/CEA-608 or EIA/CEA-708 standard closed caption signals superimposed on the SDI signals are decoded and displayed. Input/output connectors for two serial digital channels and output connector for one monitor channel are equipped.

Note

The signal from the MONITOR OUT connector of the BKM-244CC does not satisfy the ON-LINE signal specifications.

Caution

When you install the following input adaptors to this equipment, use those with the serial numbers given below.

• BKM-220D with serial number 2100001 or higher

• BKM-229X with serial number 2200001 or higher

• BKM-243HS with serial number 2108355 or higher BKM-220D: This equipment may not meet the requirements of the electromagnetic interference standard if designated input adaptors are not installed. BKM-229X: This equipment may not work correctly or you may not be satisfied with the performance if designated input adaptors are not installed. BKM-243HS: This equipment may not meet the requirements of the electromagnetic interference standard or work correctly, or you may not be satisfied with the performance if designated input adaptors are not installed.

Input/Output Connector and Adaptor

By adding the optional input expansion adaptors, the input/ output connector panel can be assembled in a wide variety of configurations. The signals that each of the adaptors’ connectors supports are given in the following table. The type of signal to be applied to each input/output connector is set with the Input Configuration menu.

For information about the Input Configuration menu, see page 48.

Input adaptor BKM-

Input signal

Component 525/ 625

Single-link HD-SDI a

input

Dual-link HD-SDI

Serial digital

Composite NTSC a Composite PAL a Composite PAL-M a

Composite SECAM

Y/C NTSC a Y/C PAL a Y/C PAL-M a Y/C SECAM a YPbPr 525i/625i a RGB 525i/625i a

YPbPr/RGB 1080/24PsF

YPbPr/RGB 1080/24P

YPbPr/RGB

Analog input

1080/50i (25PsF)

YPbPr/RGB 1080/25P

YPbPr/RGB 576/50P

YPbPr/RGB 480/60P

YPbPr/RGB 1080/60i (30PsF)

YPbPr/RGB 1080/30P

YPbPr/RGB 720/50P

YPbPr/RGB 720/60P

Number of digital inputs 2 – – 2

220D

BKM227W

BKM229X

BKM243HS/ 244CC

a(2)

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Options

Input adaptor BKM-

Input signal

Number of analog inputs – 1 1 –

a: Signal can be reproduced.

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a(2): Two adaptors are used.

220D

BKM227W

BKM229X

For details, see “Available Signal Formats” on page 93.

BKM243HS/ 244CC

Options

Location and Function of Parts

Front Panel

6 OPTION B

connector

5 OPTION A

connector

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1 Tally lamp

2 OPERATE lamp

3 STATUS lamp

4 OVER RANGE lamp

a Tally lamp

With factory settings, the tally lamp lights when pins No. 8 and No. 9 of the PARALLEL REMOTE connector on the left side panel are shorted. By changing the setting in the Parallel Remote menu, different pins on the PARALLEL REMOTE connector can be used to control the tally lamp.

For information about the Parallel Remote menu, see “Parallel Remote” (page 63) of the System Configuration Menu.

b OPERATE lamp

Lights in red when the monitor is in standby mode. The monitor will be in standby mode under the following conditions:

• Standby Mode is set to On in the Power menu of the System Configuration menu and the MAIN POWER switch (on the rear panel) is turned on. (The OPERATE lamp will flash for initialization after the switch is turned on, then will light.)

• The monitor is changed from operation mode to standby mode by external control.

Lights in green when the monitor is put into operation mode from standby mode by pressing the MONITOR I/1 switch of the controller.

Notes

• When the lamp is flashing in red, the monitor cannot be put into operation mode. (Internal data initialization is taking place.) Wait until the lamp is steadily lit.

• The lamp may show the error, warning or operation mode.

For details, see “Error/warning/operation mode display by the lamp” on page 14.

c STATUS lamp

Lights in blue when the error is detected.

For details, see “Error/warning/operation mode display by the lamp” on page 14.

d OVER RANGE lamp

Lights in orange when the picture is displayed in black detail mode or when the dynamic range of the following item is exceeded.

• Contrast (contrast)

Flashes when the luminance is decreased to protect the monitor from a rise in temperature.

For information about the Power menu, see “Power” (page 64) of the System Configuration Menu.

Location and Function of Parts

For details of the black detail mode display, see “Displaying the Picture in Black Detail Mode” on page

81.

Note

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The lamp may show the error, warning or operation.

For details, see “Error/warning/operation mode display by the lamp” on page 14.

e OPTION A connector

Used to connect a probe for automatic adjustment.

f OPTION B connector

Used for future expansion. The cover is attached at the factory.

Error/warning/operation mode display by the lamp

The OVER RANGE lamp, STATUS lamp or OPERATE lamp on the front panel may show an error, warning or operation mode while the monitor is being operated.

Error display

If the error is shown, please contact your Sony representative.

Warning/operation mode display

OVER RANGE lamp

Flashes in orange

Lights in orange

–: Status except for error display.

STATUS lamp

OPERATE lamp

––

The luminance is reduced to protect the circuit from an increase of temperature in the backlight part. g Please contact your

Sony representative.

• The dynamic range is exceeded when contrast is adjusted. g Reduce the contrast

setting. However, when the contrast of the backlight does not increase in the low temperature, the lamp may light.

• When the picture is displayed in black detail mode

Symptoms

OVER RANGE lamp

Lights in orange

Flashes in orange

Goes out

Lights in orange

Flashes in orange

STATUS lamp

Goes out

Lights in blue

Flashes in blue

Lights in blue

Goes out

OPERATE lamp

Flashes in red

Flashes in green

Flashes in red

Flashes in green

Symptoms

The power in the backlight part is overcurrent.

The power in the backlight part is overvoltage.

The temperature of the backlight part is unusual.

The temperature sensor is unusual.

The temperature of the LCD panel is unusual.

The RGB sensor of the backlight part is unusual.

Fan error.

Location and Function of Parts

Rear Panel/Left Side Panel

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1 MAIN POWER switch

2 AC IN connector

3 DC 5V OUT connector

4 LAN (10/100) connector

a MAIN POWER switch

When turned on (?), the monitor enters operation mode. By setting in Power menu of the System Configuration menu, the monitor can also be set to enter standby mode when the MAIN POWER switch is turned on.

For information about the Power menu, see “Power” (page 64) of the System Configuration Menu.

b AC IN connector (3-pin)

Connects the monitor to an AC power source, via the supplied AC power cord.

c DC 5V OUT connector (female)

Supplies the DC power to the controller.

5 NETWORK switch

6 PARALLEL REMOTE connector

7 DVI-D input connector 8 HDMI input connector

9 Input option slots

Connect to the DC 5V/12V IN connector of the controller with the SMF-700 or the cable supplied with the BKM37H/BKM-38H.

CAUTION

DC 5V OUT connector (female) is non LPS (Limited Power Source) circuit.

d LAN (10/100) connector (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)

Connect to the LAN (10/100) connector of the controller by using the SMF-700 or the cable supplied with the BKM37H/BKM-38H. Or connect to the network or the LAN (10/100) connector of the controller by using a 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX LAN cable (shielded-type, optional).

Location and Function of Parts

CAUTION

• For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this port. Follow the instructions for this port.

• When you connect the LAN cable of the unit to peripheral device, use a shielded-type cable to prevent

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malfunction due to radiation noise.

• To connect the monitor to the LAN (10/100) connector of the controller in 1 to 1 connection (NETWORK switch is set to PEER TO PEER), use a straight (shielded-type) cable.

• The connection speed may be affected by the network system.

e NETWORK switch LAN: To connect to the network. PEER TO PEER: To connect to the LAN (10/100)

connector of the controller in 1 to 1 connection.

f PARALLEL REMOTE connector (D-sub 9-pin,

female)

Forms a parallel switch and controls the monitor externally. The pin assignment and factory setting function assigned to each pin are given below.

For information about the Parallel Remote menu, see “Parallel Remote” (page 63) of the System Configuration Menu.

To switch each function between On and Off or between enable and disable, change pin connections in the following way.

On or enabled: Short each pin and pin 9 together. Off or disabled: Leave each pin open.

g DVI-D (digital DVI) input connector

Inputs DVI Rev.1.0 applicable Single-link digital RGB signal. To monitor the DVI signal of SXGA or higher resolution, use the cable within 3 m (118

/8 inches) in length.

h HDMI input connector

Inputs the HDMI signal. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection, allowing you to enjoy high quality digital picture. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.

Pin number Function

1 Sets input signal channel 1 (numeric

keypad function).

2 Sets input signal channel 2 (numeric

keypad function).

3 Selects sync signal (SYNC button

function).

4 Selects whether monochrome image is

displayed or the monitor switches the display mode automatically between color image and monochrome image depending on the input signal (MONO button function).

5 Marker (set in the Marker Setting

menu) On/Off (MARKER button function).

6, 7 Not connected

8 Tally lamp On/Off

9Ground

Notes

• The HDMI audio signal is not available for this monitor.

• Use HDMI compliant cable (optional), Category 2 (High Speed HDMI cable), with HDMI logo.

i Input option slots

Used to install the optional input adaptors.

For installing the input adaptor, see page 18.

For the input signals, see “Input/Output Connector and Adaptor” on page 11.

All pin function assignments can be changed with the Parallel Remote menu.

Location and Function of Parts

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Chapter

Environments of the Installation Location

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Illumination environments

The apparent color reproduction on the monitor is greatly affected by ambient light or glare. The LCD device controls the brightness by moving LCD molecules with the backlight always lit. For this reason, in a dark place, an LCD monitor screen shows very dim light leaks from the black image. We recommend that you adjust the ambient light and use in an environment that does not degrade the reproduction of black.

Viewing angle

The ideal viewing angle is within 5 degrees (up/down/left/ right) off the center of the monitor screen when the operator views the entire monitor screen. Keep the viewing angle within 15 degrees off the center of the monitor screen.

Environments of the Installation Location

Installing an Input Adaptor

Each input adaptor can be installed in any input option slot on the side panel.

Caution

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When you install the following input adaptors to this equipment, use those with the serial numbers given below.

• BKM-220D with serial number 2100001 or higher

• BKM-229X with serial number 2200001 or higher

• BKM-243HS with serial number 2108355 or higher BKM-220D: This equipment may not meet the requirements of the electromagnetic interference standard if designated input adaptors are not installed. BKM-229X: This equipment may not work correctly or you may not be satisfied with their performance if designated input adaptors are not installed. BKM-243HS: This equipment may not meet the requirements of the electromagnetic interference standard or work correctly, or you may not be satisfied with the performance if designated input adaptors are not installed.

Insert the adaptor facing the board as shown below.

Board

Push the adaptor in until it is firmly fit into the connector inside the monitor, then tighten the two screws to secure the adaptor.

Note

Turn off the MAIN POWER switch of the monitor and disconnect the AC power cord before installing or removing adaptors.

Loosen two screws and remove the cover of an input option slot on the side panel of the monitor.

Cover of an input option slot

Make sure the MAIN POWER switch is turned off, and disconnect the AC power cord.

For Dual-link operation

Two BKM-243HS or BKM-244CC input adaptors are required. Install the input adaptors in OPTION 1 and 2 option slots, or OPTION 3 and 4 option slots.

To connect the cable

Input the Link A signal to OPTION 1 or 3, and the Link B signal to OPTION 2 or 4. Connect the cable to the same input number (both INPUT 1 or both INPUT 2) of the input adaptors installed in OPTION 1 and 2 option slots, or OPTION 3 and 4 option slots.

Installing an Input Adaptor

Example of Dual-link cable connection

INPUT 1

Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Screen

OPTION 3 and 4

OPTION 1 and 2

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

The 16:9 frame is installed at the factory. The aspect ratio can be switched from 16:9 to 16:10 by removing the 16:9 frame. To display the native scan picture (×2 mode) of the 576/50i signal, or whole picture of the UXGA or WUXGA signal, remove the 16:9 frame.

Remove the front frame.

Remove 10 screws and then remove the 16:9 frame.

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Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Screen

Replace the front frame by pressing it until it clicks.

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Attaching the 16:9 frame

Remove the front frame.

Replace the 16:9 frame and secure it with 10 screws.

Replace the front frame by pressing it until it clicks.

Attaching the Bracket

You can prevent falling of the monitor by using the supplied bracket.

Remove three screws from the bracket.

Bracket (supplied)

Attach the bracket on the rear panel of the monitor with the three removed screws.

Attaching the Bracket

Attach a piece of string, etc. to the bracket and secure it to the floor or wall.

Bracket

String, etc.

Connections

Note on connecting the cable to the DC 5V OUT connector

Be sure to plug the male connector of the cable into the DC 5V OUT connector of the monitor. Insert the connector so as to fit the shape of the DC 5V OUT connector.

Plug the male connector into the monitor.

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Connections

Connecting the Controller (BKM16R)

BKM-38H. Or connect the output cable of the AC adaptor supplied with the controller to the DC 5V/12V IN connector of the controller.

Monitor

DC 5V OUT

PEER TO PEER

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NETWORK

LAN

Set to PEER TO PEER.

connector

Connecting the Multiple Units with the LAN

The controller controls up to 32 monitors. Up to four controllers are connected to one monitor in single mode.

Note

The controller cannot control monitors in another subnetwork.

LAN (10/100) connector

SMF-700, etc.

LAN (10/100) connector

Controller (BKM-16R)

DC 5V/12V IN connector

NETWORK

LAN

Set to PEER TO PEER.

Turn off the MAIN POWER switch of the monitor

PEER TO PEER

before connecting the units.

Set the NETWORK switches of the monitor and the controller to PEER TO PEER.

Connect the LAN (10/100) connector of the monitor and the LAN (10/100) connector of the controller by using the SMF-700 or the cable supplied with the BKM-37H/BKM-38H, or a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX straight LAN cable (shielded-type, optional).

Note

When an optional LAN cable is connected, use a shielded-type cable to prevent a malfunction due to noises.

Connect the DC 5V OUT connector of the monitor and the DC 5V/12V IN connector of the controller by using the SMF-700 or the cable supplied with the BKM-37H/

Connections

Monitor

NETWORK

Set to LAN.

LAN (10/100) connector

PEER TO PEER

LAN

Monitor

LAN (10/100) connector

of a straight/cross cable. When the switching hub without auto selection function is used, connect the monitor and switching hub with the straight cable, and the controller and switching hub with the cross cable.

Connect the output cable on the AC adaptor supplied with controller to the DC 5V/12V IN connector of the controller.

Note

When the multiple units are connected, set for the LAN before setting the NETWORK switch to LAN (page

26).

Set the NETWORK switches of each monitor and the controller to LAN.

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AC adaptor (supplied with the BKM-16R)

Switching hub (recommended: with AUTO MDI/MDI-X function)

DC 5V/12V IN connector

Controller (BKM-16R)

NETWORK

LAN

Turn off the MAIN POWER switch of the monitor

PEER TO PEER

Set to LAN.

LAN (10/100) connector

before connecting the units.

Connect to the network by using a 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX cable (shielded-type, optional).

Notes

• When an optional LAN cable is connected, use a shielded-type cable to prevent a malfunction due to noises.

• We recommend to use an optional switching hub with auto selection function (AUTO MDI/MDI-X)

Connections

Turning on the Power

Connecting the AC Power Cord

Plug the AC power cord into the AC IN connector on the rear panel. Then, attach the AC plug holder

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(supplied) to the AC power cord.

AC power cord (supplied)

AC plug holder (supplied)

Attach the AC plug holder to the AC power cord, and connect the cord to the AC IN connector so that the cord does not come loose.

The warm-up time is more than 30 minutes, approximately.

When the monitor is in standby mode

As the OPERATE lamp lights in red in standby mode, press the MONITOR I/1 switch of the controller. The OPERATE lamp lights in green and the monitor enters operation mode.

Slide the AC plug holder over the cord until it locks.

To disconnect the AC power cord

Pull out the AC plug holder while pressing the lock levers.

Turning on the Monitor

Press the MAIN POWER switch on the rear panel to turn on the power. When you turn on the monitor for the first time after purchasing it, the Select Area screen is displayed. Select the area where you intend to use this monitor.

For selecting the area, see page 25.

Turning on the Power

Settings

Selecting the Area

When you turn on the monitor for the first time after purchasing it, select the area where you intend to use this monitor from among the options. When the area is selected, the menu item settings suitable for the selected area are applied.

Default value for each area

1North America D65 7.5% Betacam

2Latin America

PAL& PAL-N Area

NTSC&PALM Area

3Africa

Australasia Europe Middle-East

4Asia Except

Japan

5Japan D93 0%

Argentina D65 0%

Paraguay D65 0%

Uruguay D65 0%

Other Area D65 7.5% Betacam

NTSC Area D65 7.5% Betacam

PAL Area D65 0%

Color Tem p

D65 0%

Setup Level

Component

Level

SMPTE/

EBU-N10

SMPTE/

EBU-N10

SMPTE/

EBU-N10

SMPTE/

EBU-N10

SMPTE/

EBU-N10

SMPTE/

EBU-N10

Color

Gamut

Emulation

BVM

SMPTE-C

BVM EBU

BVM

SMPTE-C

BVM EBU

BVM

SMPTE-C

BVM EBU

ENTER button

UP/DOWN buttons

Ent button

Turn on the monitor with the MAIN POWER switch.

The Select Area screen appears.

1 North America

Select Area

North America B

Latin America B Africa B Australasia B Europe B Middle-East B Asia Except Japan B Japan B

Press the UP or DOWN button of the controller to

2 Latin America 3 Africa

Australia/New Zealand

Europe/Russia

Middle East

4 Asia Except Japan 5 Japan

select the area where you intend to use the monitor and press the ENTER (Ent) button.

If you select either Latin America or Asia Except Japan, one of the following screens appears.

If 2 Latin America is selected:

Select Area

Latin America

PAL & PAL-N Area B

NTSC & PAL-M Area B

PAL&PAL-N area

NTSC&PAL-M area

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Select PAL & PAL-N or NTSC & PAL-M and press the ENTER (Ent) button.

Settings

If 4 Asia Except Japan is selected:

After saving and reflecting the setting, you can change the setting with the menu.

• Color Temp (color temperature) (page 50)

Select Area

Asia Except Japan

NTSC Area B

PAL Area B

NTSC area

PAL area

• Setup Level (NTSC Setup Level: page 51, Betacam Setup Level: page 51)

• Component Level (page 51)

• Color Gamut Emulation (page 53)

Setting for the LAN to Connect the

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Customers who will use this monitor in the shaded areas shown in the map below should select NTSC Area. Other customers should select PAL Area. Then press the ENTER (Ent) button.

Multiple Units

You can control the multiple monitors using the controller connected via each LAN (10/100) connector. You can also control a specific monitor or monitor group.

Set an IP address to the monitors and the controller and a monitor ID number and group ID number to each monitor.

Set the NETWORK switches of each monitor and the controller to PEER TO PEER.

Confirm the settings.

Select Area

XXXXXXXXXX Color Temp: xx Setup Level: xx Component Level: xx

Color Gamut Emulation:

Cancel Confirm

PEER TO PEER

NETWORK

LAN

NETWORK

LAN

Set the different IP address to each monitor and the

PEER TO PEER

controller.

Monitor: Set the IP address in the Network Setting menu of the System Configuration menu (page 62). Controller: Set the IP address in the Network Setting menu of the Controller menu (page 72).

Cancel: Select to cancel the setting and return to the

Select Area screen.

Confirm: Select to save the setting and end selecting

the area.

See “Default value for each area” on page 25 on the

setting value.

Settings

Set Monitor ID and Group ID in the Network menu of the System Configuration menu (page 62).

Set the different monitor ID number to each monitor and if necessary, group ID number. You can use the numbers 1 to 99 as a monitor ID number or group ID number.

Set the NETWORK switches of the monitor and the controller to LAN.

PEER TO PEER

NETWORK

LAN

NETWORK

LAN

PEER TO PEER

GROUP button: Selects group connection mode. The monitor of the designated group is connected remotely. The group ID number is displayed on all connected monitors when the button is held pressed. ALL button: Selects all connection mode. All monitors are connected remotely.

The lamp corresponding the pressed button flashes and lights after recognizing the monitor.

Select the monitor ID number for the single connection mode or group ID number for the group connection mode by pressing the UP/DOWN or numeric button.

Up to 99 is entered as the monitor ID or group ID number.

Press the ENTER or Ent button to confirm the setting.

The monitor ID number, group ID number or ALL is displayed in the display window.

Notes

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Selecting the Monitor (Designation of the Monitor or Group ID Number)

When the multiple monitors are connected by the network connections, you can remotely connect the monitors from the controller by designating the set monitor ID number or group ID number.

Display window

Lamp

3 2

2 3

• When the monitor with no assigned monitor ID number or group ID number is selected, the setting is not changed and the previous connection status is maintained.

• When there are monitors with the same ID number, the monitor with the lower IP address is selected.

• Even if a different monitor ID number is set to the monitors, when the same IP address is set to another monitor, the monitor cannot be connected to the network.

Assigning the Input Signal to the Channel

When you assign the input signal to the channel, you can select the channel and change the input signal by pressing the numeric button. The input signal is assigned to one of channels 1 to 30.

Press the corresponding button to select the connection mode.

SINGLE button: Selects single connection mode. The designated monitor is connected remotely. The monitor ID number is displayed on all connected monitors when the button is held pressed.

Settings

Select the channel (CH1 to CH30) to be assigned by pressing the numeric button of the controller.

To assign to a channel number from 1 to 9, press the appropriate one-digit channel number on the numeric keypad. To assign to a channel number from 10 to 30, press the 0 button, then press the appropriate two-digit channel number.

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Set the input signal for the selected channel in Input Configuration menu (page 48).

The required setting is different due to the input signal or picture quality to be displayed.

For details of the setting, see the Input Configuration menu (page 48).

Setting the Display Mode of the Picture

Set the display mode condition of the input signal to display on the screen. The setting items are following.

• Setting Matrix/Gamma (transmission matrix and transmission gamma)

• Selecting the color gamut (color space and gamma)

Set Matrix/Gamma in the Matrix/Gamma menu (page

50) of the Input Configuration menu.

Select the color gamut (color space and gamma) in the Emulation menu (page 53) of the Display Setting menu.

Adjusting

Before adjusting

The monitor must be warmed up sufficiently. To perform stable color reproduction, turn on the power of the monitor, display the white signal and leave it in this state for more than 30 minutes.

About monitor adjustment

The monitor is used as a measuring instrument and is required to faithfully reproduce the input signal. To measure the signal accurately, the monitor must be calibrated correctly using a reference signal. To calibrate, adjust the following items in sequence.

1 Chroma/phase adjustment

You can save the adjustment value in Preset1 to Preset5. The data of Preset1 to Preset5 is set to the channel in the Picture Preset menu (page 50) of the Input Configuration menu. Adjust the picture automatically with the auto chroma/ phase/matrix function for every signal format and signal system to display the composite signal or Y/C signal from the BKM-227W, or analog component signal or analog RGB signal from the BKM-229X. If the picture is not adjusted, the picture may not be displayed correctly.

2 Color Temperature (white balance) adjustment

You can adjust the data set to the channel in the Color Temp menu (page 50) of the Input Configuration menu. You can adjust D93, D65 or User1 to User5.

3 Brightness/Contrast adjustment

You can save the adjustment value in Preset1 to Preset5. The data of Preset1 to Preset5 is set to the channel in the Picture Preset menu (page 50) of the Input Configuration menu.

Chroma/Phase Adjustment

Automatic adjustment (with auto chroma/phase/matrix function) is required for each signal format, signal system and matrix to display the composite or Y/C signal from the BKM-227W, or the analog component or analog RGB signal from the BKM-229X. As you can automatically adjust the chroma, phase, matrix and also 100% (white) and 0% (black) levels of the monitor to the same as those of the reference signal by performing the automatic adjustment, the automatic adjustment is also effective for the RGB signal. Perform the manual adjustment of chroma and phase to adjust them further after automatic adjustment or the digital signal from the BKM-220D, BKM-243HS or BKM244CC.

Adjusting

Automatic adjustment (recommended)

Input the reference color-bar signal to the monitor.

Select Auto in the Picture Adj menu of the Adjustment menu and perform the automatic adjustment of the chroma, phase and matrix in Auto Adjust (page 42).

Color Temperature (White Balance) Adjustment

You can adjust manually or automatically with a specified color temperature probe.

Manual adjustment

The following is the example of the method to perform the manual adjustment of the chroma and phase.

Input the multi format color-bar signal or SMPTE color-bar signal to the monitor.

Set the BLUE ONLY button to on.

Red and green signals are cut, and only the blue signal is displayed as a monochrome picture.

The following is the example of the adjustment when the multi format color-bar signal is used.

Select the Manual Adjust menu (page 43) in the Picture Adj menu of the Adjustment menu and adjust the levels with the CHROMA or PHASE knob of the controller while tracking so that the brightness of bars “a” (Blue part) and “b” (75% White part) (in the following illustration) are the same.

For the composite and Y/C signals

Adjust the levels with the CHROMA and PHASE knob.

For the component signal

Adjust the levels with the CHROMA knob.

Note

When the DVI Computer signal or computer signal input of HDMI is displayed, the color temperature cannot be adjusted automatically. Perform the manual adjustment of the color temperature.

Automatic adjustment

Use one of the following probes.

• Konica Minolta CA-210

• DK-Technologies PM5639/06

• X-Rite Eye-One Pro

Connect the color temperature probe.

For the cable to connect the color temperature probe, see page 119.

Select Auto Adjust (page 45) in the Color Temp Adj menu of the Adjustment menu and adjust the color temperature.

Manual adjustment

Select Manual Adjust (page 44) in Manual of the Color Temp Adj menu of the Adjustment menu.

Adjust the color as desired with the PHASE, CHROMA or BRIGHT knob.

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b (75% White)

Press the ENTER or Ent button.

The adjusted data is confirmed.

Set the BLUE ONLY button to off.

Press the ENTER or Ent button.

a (Blue)

The adjusted data is confirmed.

Brightness/Contrast Adjustment

As an image on a color video monitor is seen differently according to the ambient light (environmental brightness), adjust the brightness (black level) according to the ambient light and the black level of the image to be reproduced and adjust the contrast (white level) according to the ambient light. Adjust the brightness/contrast with an external reference signal of a multi format color-bar signal or SMPTE colorbar signal.

Input the multi format color-bar signal or SMPTE color-bar signal to the monitor.

Adjusting

The following are explained as the example when the

multi format color-bar signal is used for adjustment.

Select the Manual Adjust menu (page 43) in the Picture Adj menu of the Adjustment menu.

Adjust the –2%, 0% and +2% ranges or the 0%, +2% and +4% ranges of the PLUGE signal section of the color-bar with the BRIGHT knob.

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HD signal

Adjust so that the –2% and 0% ranges are seen as equal and the +2% and 0% ranges are more distinctive.

SD signal

Adjust so that the 0% and +2% ranges are seen as equal and the +2% and +4% ranges are more distinctive.

+4%

+2%-2%

Adjust so that the luminance of the 100% white signal of the color-bar is set to the desired value with the CONTRAST knob.

We recommend adjusting the luminance to 100 [cd/

] when Preset1 to Preset5 is selected in the Picture

Preset menu of the Input Configuration menu.

As the brightness and contrast adjustments affect each other, repeat the adjustments of step 3 and 4.

Note

When the contrast of this unit is adjusted, the luminance of the backlight is adjusted for a picture of luminance 40 [cd/

] (20 [cd/m2] in black frame insertion or interlace display mode) or higher, and the contrast is adjusted by the signal level for a picture of luminance lower than 40 [cd/

] (20 [cd/m2] in black frame insertion or interlace display mode).

Adjusting

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