Sony SDM-HX93 Reference Guide

TFT LCD Color Computer Display

SDM-HX73 SDM-HX93

Owner’s Record

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 expose 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 experienced radio/TV technician 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 Type Nema-Plug 5-15p Cord Type SVT or SJT, minimum 3 × 18 AWG Length Maximum 15 feet Rating Minimum 7 A, 125 V

NOTICE

Cette notice s’applique aux Etats-Unis et au Canada uniquement. Si cet appareil est export* 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 fiche Fiche Nema 5-15 broches Cordon Type SVT ou SJT, minimum 3 × 18 AWG Longueur Maximum 15 pieds Tension Minimum 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-HX73/HX93 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.

Table of Contents

• Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.

•Windows Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other 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 trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• WOW, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

• WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

• All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

•Furthermore, “” and “” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.



is registered trademark of



are trademarks of the

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Identifying parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setup 1: Connect the video signal cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setup 2: Connect the audio cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setup 3: Connect the power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setup 4: Bundle the cords and cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setup 5: Turn on the monitor and computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setup 6: Adjust the tilt and swivel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Selecting the input signal (INPUT button) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Customizing Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Navigating the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

PICTURE/AUDIO menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

MODE menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

PICTURE menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Adjusting the BACKLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Adjusting the CONTRAST 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Adjusting the BRIGHTNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Adjusting the GAMMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Adjusting the COLOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Adjusting the SHARPNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

AUDIO menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Adjusting TREBLE, BASS or BALANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Adjusting SURROUND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

MODE RESET menu

(resetting every mode to the default) 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SCREEN menu (analog RGB signal only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

MENU POSITION menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

INPUT SENSING ON/OFF menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

LANGUAGE menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

0 RESET menu (reset to the default setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

MENU LOCK menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Technical Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Controlling the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Power saving function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Setting the MODE (PICTURE/AUDIO) ( mode) . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Automatic brightness adjustment function (light sensor) . . . . . . . . 20

Automatic picture quality adjustment function

(analog RGB signal only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

On-screen messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Trouble symptoms and remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Self-diagnosis function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

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 to extreme temperatures, for example near a radiator, heating vent, or in direct sunlight. 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 environment, be sure to take adequate precautions against airborne dust and dirt. Otherwise irreparable malfunctions 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 the screen to lose uniformity or cause LCD panel malfunctions.

• If the monitor is used in a cold 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 displayed 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 high-precision 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 monitor.

• Clean the LCD screen with a soft cloth. If you use a glass cleaning liquid, do not use any type of cleaner containing 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 mild 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 contact is maintained with rubber or vinyl materials.

Transportation

• Disconnect all cables from the monitor, and grasp both side of the LCD display firmly taking care not to scratch the screen when transporting. If you drop the monitor, you may be injured or the monitor may 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 monitor must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local sanitation authority.

About the built-in stereo speakers

Be sure to keep magnetic recording equipment, tapes, and floppy discs away from the speaker’s opening as the speakers generate a magnetic field. This magnetic field may affect data stored on magnetic tapes and discs.

Identifying parts and controls

See the pages in parentheses for further details.

Front of the LCD display

A 1 (Power) switch and 1 (power) indicator

(pages 9, 19, 24)

To turn the display on or off, press the 1 (power) switch. The power indicator lights up in green when the display is turned on, and lights up in orange when the display is in the power saving mode.

INPUT

Side view of the LCD display

INPUT

B Light sensor (page 20)

This sensor measures the brightness of the surrounding area. Be sure not to cover the sensor with papers, etc.

C Stereo speakers (page 19)

These speakers output the audio signals as sound.

D MENU button (page 12)

This button turns the menu screen on and off.

E m/M and 2 (volume control) buttons (pages 12, 19)

These buttons are used to select the menu items and make adjustments, and also display the “Volume” menu to control the volume.

F OK button (page 12)

This button activates the selected menu item and adjustments made using the m/M buttons (5).

G INPUT button (page 11)

This button switches the video input signal between INPUT1, INPUT2 and INPUT3 when two computers are connected to the monitor.

H button (page 20)

This button changes the MODE (PICTURE/AUDIO).

I Back cover (page 7)

Slide up this cover when you connect cables or cords.

J Headphones jack (page 19)

This jack outputs audio signals to the headphones.

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Rear of the LCD display

K AC IN connector (page 8)

This connector connects the power cord (supplied).

L Security Lock Hole

The security lock hole should be used with the Kensington Micro Saver Security System. Micro Saver Security System is a trademark of Kensington.

M Audio input jack for INPUT1 (page 8)

This jack inputs audio signals when connected to the audio output jack of a computer or other audio equipment connected to INPUT1.

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N HD15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT1

(page 7)

This connector inputs analog RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p, positive) and sync signals.

O Audio input jack for INPUT2 (page 8)

This jack inputs audio signals when connected to the audio output jack of a computer or other audio equipment connected to INPUT2.

P HD15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT2

(page 7)

This connector inputs analog RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p, positive) and sync signals.

Q Audio input jack for INPUT3 (page 8)

This jack inputs audio signals when connected to the audio output jack of a computer or other audio equipment connected to INPUT3.

R DVI-D input connector (digital RGB) for INPUT3

(page 7)

This connector inputs digital RGB video signals that comply with DVI Rev.1.0.

S Cable holder (page 9)

This part secures cables and cords to the monitor.

Setup

Before using your monitor, check that the following items are included in your carton:

• LCD display

• Power cord

• HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog RGB)

• DVI-D video signal cable (digital RGB)

• Audio cord (stereo miniplug)

• CD-ROM (utility software for Windows/Macintosh, Operating Instructions, etc)

• Warranty card

• Quick Setup Guide

Setup 1:Connect the video signal

cables

• Turn off the monitor and computer before connecting them.

• When connecting the computer to the monitor’s HD15 input connector (analog RGB), refer to “Connect a computer equipped with an HD15 output connector (analog RGB).”

Note

Do not touch the pins of the video signal cable connector as this might bend the pins.

Slide up the back cover.

Connect a computer equipped with a DVI output connector (digital RGB)

Using the supplied DVI-D video signal cable (digital RGB), connect the computer to the monitor’s DVI-D input connector (digital RGB) for INPUT3.

to the DVI-D input connector (digital RGB)

to the computer’s DVI output connector (digital RGB)

DVI-D video signal cable (digital RGB) (supplied)

Connect a computer equipped with an HD15 output connector (analog RGB)

Using the supplied HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog RGB), connect the computer to the monitor’s HD 15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT1 or INPUT2.

Connect the computer according to the following illustrations.

x Connecting to an IBM PC/AT or

compatible computer

to the computer’s HD15 output connector (analog RGB)

IBM PC/AT or compatible computer

to the HD 15 input connector (analog RGB)

HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog RGB) (supplied)

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x Connecting to a Macintosh

Setup 3:Connect the power cord

to the HD 15 input connector (analog RGB)

to the computer’s output connector

HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog RGB) (supplied)

Macintosh

When connecting a Macintosh computer, use an adapter (not supplied), if necessary. Connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the video signal cable.

1 Connect the supplied power cord securely to the

monitor’s AC IN connector.

2 Connect the other end securely to a power outlet.

to AC IN

to power outlet

power cord (supplied)

Setup 2:Connect the audio cord

Connect the supplied audio cord to the monitor’s corresponding audio input jack.

Using the monitor’s speakers or headphones, you can listen to sound from your computer or other audio equipment connected to the monitor’s audio input jacks. For more information, see “Controlling the volume” on page 19.

to the audio input

to audio output of the computer or other audio equipment

audio cord (supplied)

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