The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them
whenever you call upon your dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expos e the
unit to rain or moisture.
Dangerously high voltages are present inside the
unit. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
FCC Notice
This 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 reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this 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 measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an ex perienced r adio/TV te chnician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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:
SPECIFICATIONS
Plug TypeNema-Plug 5-15p
Cord Type SVT or SJT, minimum 3 × 18 AWG
LengthMaximum 15 feet
RatingMinimum 7 A, 125 V
NOTICE
Cette notice s’applique aux Etats-Unis et au Canada
uniquement.
Si cet appareil est exporté aux Etats-Unis ou au Canada, utiliser
le cordon d’alimentation portant la mention UL LISTED/CSA
LABELLED et remplissant les conditions suivantes:
SPECIFICATIONS
Type de ficheFiche Nema 5-15 broches
CordonType SVT ou SJT, minimum 3 × 18 AWG
LongueurMaximum 15 pieds
TensionMinimum 7 A, 125 V
ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony
As an
Corporation has determined that this
product meets the
guidelines for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR
IMPORTANTE
Para prevenir cualquier mal funcionamiento y evitar daños, por
favor, lea detalladamente este manual de instrucciones antes
de conectar y operar este equipo.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call;
Sony Customer Information Services Center
1-800-222-7669 or http://www.sony.com/
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:SONY
Model:SDM-HS53/HS73/HS93
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:16450 W. Bernardo Dr,
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
BZ
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Table of Contents
• Macintosh is a trademark licensed to
Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the
U.S.A. and other countries.
• Windows
trademarks of M ic roso ft C orp o rat ion i n
the United States an d o ther countries.
• IBM PC/AT and VGA are registered
trademarks of IBM Corporation of the
U.S.A.
• VESA and DDC
Video Electronics Standards
Association.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered
•
mark.
• Adobe and Acrobat are trademar ks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• Al l other product names mentioned
herein may be the trademarks or
registered trademarks of thei r respecti ve
companies.
• F urthermore, “” and “” are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.
For details on the specifications o f the SDM-HS53/HS 73/
HS93, refer to the supplementary document “Quick
Setup Guide.”
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http://www.sony.net/
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Precautions
Warning on power connections
• Use the supplied power cord. If you use a different power cord,
be sure that it is compatible with your local power supply.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
If you do not use the appropriate cord, this monitor will not
conform to mandatory FCC standards.
For the customers in the UK
If you use the monitor in the UK, be sure to use the appropriate
UK power cord.
Example of plug types
for 100 to 120 V AC for 200 to 240 V AC for 240 V AC only
The equipment should be installed near an easily accessible outlet.
Installation
Do not install or leave the monitor:
• In places subject t o extreme temperatures, for example near a
radiator, heating ve nt, or in direc t su nlight. Subjecting the
monitor to extreme temperatures, such as in an automobile
parked in direct sunlight or near a heating vent, could cause
deformations of the casing or malfunctions.
• In places subject to mechanical vibration or shock.
• Near any equipment that generates a strong magnetic field,
such as a TV or various other household appliances.
• In places subject to inordinate amounts of dust, dirt, or sand, for
example near an open window or an outdoor exit. If setting up
temporarily in an outdoor environ me n t, be sur e to take
adequate precautions against airborne dust and dirt. Otherwise
irreparable malfu nctions could occur.
Handling the LCD screen
• Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can damage
the LCD screen. Take care when you place the monitor by a
window.
• Do not push on or scratch the LCD screen. Do not place a heavy
object on the LCD screen. This may cause th e screen to lose
uniformity or cause LCD panel malfunctions.
• If the monitor is used in a col d place, a residual image may
appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The screen
returns to normal as the temperature rises to a normal operating
level.
• If a still picture is displ ayed for a long time, a residual image
may appear for a while. The residual image will eventually
disappear.
• The LCD panel becomes warm during operation. This is not a
malfunction.
Note on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
Please note that the LCD screen is made with highprecision technology. However, black points or bright
points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear
constantly on the LCD screen, and irregular colored
stripes or brightness may appear on the LCD screen.
This is not malfunction.
(Effective dots: more than 99.99%)
Maintenance
• Be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
cleaning your mon itor.
• Clean the LCD screen with a soft cloth. If you use a glass
cleaning liquid, do not use any type of cleaner contai ning an
anti-static solution or similar additive as this may scratch the
LCD screen’s coating.
• Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mil d detergent solution. Do not use any type
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 such as a ballpoint pen or screwdriver. This type
of contact may result in a scratched picture tube.
• Note that material deterioration or LCD screen coating
degradation may occur if the monitor is exposed to volatile
solvents such as insecticide, or if prolonged co ntact is
maintained with rubber or vinyl materials.
Transportation
• Disconnect all cables from the monitor and grasp the support
and base sections of the display stand firmly with both hands
when transporti ng. If you d rop the mo nitor, yo u may be in jured
or the monitor m a y be damaged.
• When you transport this monitor for repair or shipment, use the
original carton and packing materials.
Disposal of the monitor
• Do not dispose of this monitor with general
household waste.
• The fluorescent tube used in this monitor contains
mercury. Disposal of this mon itor must be carried out
in accordance to the regulations of your local
sanitation authority.
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Identifying parts and controls
See the pages in parentheses for further details.
The 1 (power) switch and the control buttons are on the lower
right part of the front of the monitor.
Front of the LCD display
MENU
OK
OK
MENU
1 1 (Power) switch and indicator (pages 9, 15, 19)
To turn the displ ay on or off, press the 1 (power) switch
upward.
The power indicator lights up in green when the display is
turned on, and lights up in orange when the monitor is in
power saving mode.
Press upward to turn the display on or off.
2 MENU button (pages 10, 11)
This button displays or closes the main menu.
3 M/m buttons (page 11)
These buttons functio n as the M/m buttons when selecti ng the
menu items and making adjust m e nt s .
4 OK button (page 11)
This button selects the item or executes the settings in the
menu.
5 button (page 10)
This button is used to change the brightness of the screen.
6 Security Lock Hole
The security lock hole should be app lied with t he Kensingt on
Micro Saver Security System.
Micro Saver Security System is a tra demark of Kensington.
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Rear of the display stand
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Rear of the LCD display
8 AC IN connector (page 8)
Connect the power cord (supplied ).
9 HD15 (RGB) input connector (page 7)
This connector inputs RGB video signals (0.7 Vp-p, positive)
and SYNC signals.
The illustration of the back of the monitor show here is the
SDM-HS53.
7 Back cover (page 8)
Open this cover when you connect/disconnect cables or cords.
* DDC (Display Data Channel) is a standard of VESA.
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Setup
Before using your monitor, check that the following items are
included in your carton:
•LCD display
• Power cord
• HD15-HD15 vide o signal cable
•Cord strap
• Utility/Instruction Manual CD-ROM (utility software for
Windows/Macintosh, Operating Instructions)
• Warranty card
• Quick Setup Guide
Step 1:Connect the display to your
computer
Turn off the monitor and computer before co nnecting.
x Connecting to a Macintosh co m puter
When connecting this monitor to a Macintosh computer, use the
Macintosh adapter (not supplied) if necessary. Connect the
Macintosh adapter to the computer before connecting the cable.
MENU
OK
Notes
• Do not touch the pins of the video signal cable connector as this might
bend the pins.
• Check the alignment of the HD15 connector to prevent bending the pins
of the video signal cable connector.
x Connecting to an IBM PC/AT or compatible
computer
MENU
OK
to video output
HD15-HD15 video
IBM PC/AT or
compatible computer
signal cable (supplied)
Macintosh computer
to video output
HD15-HD15 video
signal cable (supplied)
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Step 2:Connect the power cord
Step 3:Secure the cords and close
With the monitor and computer switched off, first connect the
power cord to the monitor, then connect it to a power outlet.
to AC IN
to a power outlet
power cord (supplied)
The illustration of the back of the monitor show here is that
of the SDM-HS53.
The same applies for the SDM-HS73/HS93 model.
the back cover
1 Bundle the cables and cords.
Using the supplied cord strap, bundle the cab les and cords.
Cord
strap
The illustration of the back of the monitor show here is
that of the SDM-HS53.
The same applies for the SDM-HS73/HS93 model.
2 Close the back cover.
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Step 4:Turn on the monitor and
Adjusting the tilt
computer
1 Press the 1 (power) switch upward.
The 1 (power) indicator of the monitor lights up in green.
2 Turn on the computer.
The installation of your monitor is compl ete. If necessary, use the
monitor’s controls to adjust the picture.
If no picture appears on your screen
• Check that the power cord and the video signal cable are
properly co nnected.
• If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen:
The computer is in the power savin g mode. Try pressing any
key on the keyboard or moving the mouse.
• If CABLE DISCONNECTED appears on the screen:
Check that the video signa l cable is properly connected.
This display can be adjusted within the angles shown below.
Approx. 5°
Grasp the lower sides of the LCD panel, then adjust screen tilt.
Approx. 20°
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• If OUT OF SCAN RANGE appears on the screen:
Reconnect the old monitor. Then adju st th e computer’s
graphics board within the following ranges.
SDM-HS53SDM-HS73/HS93
Horizontal
frequency
Vertical
frequency
Resolution1024 × 768 or less1280 × 1024 or less
For more information about the on-screen messages, see “Trouble
symptoms and remedies” on page 17.
No need for specific drivers
The monitor complies with the “DDC” Plug & Play standard and
automatically detec ts all the monitor’s informati on. No specific driver
needs to be installed to the computer.
The first time you turn on your computer after connecting the monitor, the
setup Wizard may appear on the screen. In this case, follow the on-screen
instructions. The Plug & Play monitor is automatically selected so that
you can use this monitor.
The vertical frequency turns to 60 Hz.
Since flickers are unobtrusive on the monitor, you can use it as it is. You
do not need to set the vertical frequency to any particular high value.
28–61 kHz28–80 kHz
48–75 Hz48–75 Hz
To use the display comfortably
This display is designed so that you c an set it up a t a comfor table
viewing angle. Adjust the viewing angle of your display
according to the height of the desk and chair, and so that light is
not reflected from the screen to your eyes.
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Customizing Your Monitor
Before making adjustments
Connect the monitor and the co mputer, and turn them on.
Wait for at least 30 minutes before making adjustments for the
best result.
1 BACKLIGHT
(page 11)
Select the BACKLIGHT
menu to adjust the brightn ess
of the backlight.
ZZ...
BACKL GHTI
1280 1024 60Hzx
100
/
EX I T
You can make numerous adj ustments to your monitor using the
on-screen menu.
Adjusting to the desired
brightness
Pressing the button, you can change the brightness of the
screen. Each time you pre s s the button, the mode
changes as follows.
t MIDDLE t LOW t USER t HIGH
HIGH
The brightness of the screen will decrease as the mode
setting changes from HIGH to LOW.
If you select USER, you can adjust the ba cklight level by pressin g
the M/m buttons, the same as when you select BAC KLIGHT
using the menu.
:
USER
100
Only while the mode is set to USER, are the BACKLIGHT,
CONTRAST, and BRIGHTNESS items of the menu available
(page 11).
If you select LOW, the power consumption is reduced (page 15).
Navigating the menu
Press the MENU butto n to display th e main menu on your scr een.
See page 11 for more information on using the MENU button.
2 CONTRAST 6 (page 11)
Select the CONTRAST
menu to adjust the picture
contrast.
3 BRIGHTNESS 8
(page 11)
Select the BRIGHTNESS
menu to adjust the picture
brightness (black level).
4 SCREEN (page 12)
Select the SCREEN menu to
adjust the picture’s sharpness
(phase/pitch) or its centering
(horizontal/vertical
position).
5 COLOR (page 13)
Select the COLOR menu to
adjust the color temperature
of the picture. This adjusts
the tone of the screen.
CONTRAST
1280 1024 60Hzx
BR GHTNESSI
1280 1024 60Hzx
SCREEN
AUTO
PHASE
P I TCH
H CENTER
V CENTER
1280 1024 60Hzx/
COLOR
9300K
6500K
USER
ADJ UST
1280 1024 60Hzx/
100
/
EX I T
100
/
EX I T
EX I T
EX I T
MENU
,
BACKL GHTI
1280 1024 60Hzx
100
/
EX I T
Use the M/m and OK buttons to select the icons in the above main
menu illustration. The following 1~9 menu appears. Keep
pressing m to scroll d own until th e icon s in me nu 9 appea r. Se e
page 11 for more information on using the M/m and OK buttons.
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6 GAMMA (page 14)
Select the GAMMA menu to
change the picture’s color
shade setting.
7 MENU POSITION
(page 14)
Select the MENU
POSITION to change the onscreen menu position.
GAMMA
GAMMA 1
GAMMA 2
GAMMA 3
1280 1024 60Hzx/
MENU POS T ONII
1280 1024 60Hzx/
EX I T
EX I T
8 LANGUAGE (page 14)
Select LANGUAGE to
change the language used on
menus or messages.
LANGUAGE
ENGL I SH
FRANÇA I S
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
I TAL I ANO
1280 1024 60Hzx/
EX I T
x Resetting the adjustments
You can reset the adjustments using th e RESET menu. See
page 14 for more information on resetting the adjustments.
Adjusting the backlight
(BACKLIGHT)
9 Other menus (page 14)
Set the following menu
items.
• RESET 0
•MENU LOCK
RESET
OK
CANCEL
1280 1024 60Hzx/
EX I T
x Using the MENU, M/m, and OK buttons
1 Display the main menu.
Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your
screen.
MENU
2 Select the menu you want to adjust.
Press the M/m buttons to display the de si re d m e nu . Pr e s s th e
OK button to select the menu item.
OK
,
If the screen is too bright, adjust the backlig ht and make the screen
easier to see.
Note
The backlight cannot be adjusted when the mode is set to HIGH,
MIDDLE, or LOW (p age 10).
1 Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on th e screen.
2 Press the M/m buttons to select (BACKLIGHT)
and press the OK button.
The BACKLIGHT menu appears on the s creen.
3 Press the M/m buttons to adjust the light level and
press the OK button.
Adjusting the contrast
(CONTRAST)
Adjust the picture contrast.
Note
The contrast cannot be adjusted when the mode is set to HIGH,
MIDDLE, or LOW (p age 10).
1 Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on th e screen.
2 Press the M/m buttons to select 6 (CONTRAST) and
press the OK button.
The CONTRAST menu appears on the screen.
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3 Adjust the menu.
Press the M/m buttons to make the adjust ment, the n press t he
OK button.
When you press the OK butto n, the setting is stored, then the
display returns to the previous menu.
OK
,
4 Close the menu.
Press the MENU button once to return to normal viewing. If
no buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after
about 30 seconds.
MENU
3 Press the M/m buttons to adjust the contrast and
press the OK button.
Adjusting the black level of an
image (BRIGHTNESS)
Adjust the picture brightness (black level).
Note
The brightness cannot be adjusted when the mode is set to HIGH,
MIDDLE, or LOW (p age 10).
1 Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on th e screen.
2 Press the M/m buttons to select 8 (BRIGHTNESS)
and press the OK button.
The BRIGHTNESS menu appears on th e screen.
3 Press the M/m buttons to adjust the brightness and
press the OK button.
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