Sony SDM-P234 User Manual

TFT LCD Color Computer Display

SDM-P234

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.

IMPORTANTE

Para prevenir cualquier mal funcionamiento y evitar daños, por favor, lea detalladamente este manual de instrucciones antes de conectar y operar este equipo.

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 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 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

As an

ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony

Corporation has determined that this product meets the guidelines for energy efficiency.

This monitor complies with the TCO’99 guidelines.

ENERGY STAR

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-P234 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.

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 speakers or headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setup 4: Connect the power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setup 5: Bundle the cords and cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setup 6: Turn on the monitor and computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setup 7: Adjust the tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

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

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

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

SCREEN menu (analog RGB signal only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

COLOR menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

GAMMA menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

ZOOM menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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

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

LANGUAGE menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

0 RESET menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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

OPTION menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

• 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.

• 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

http://www.sony.net/

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

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

Reducing the power consumption (ECO mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Automatic brightness adjustment function (light sensor) . . . . . . . . 19

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

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.

Ventilation

The openings are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.

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 hold the LCD display by the body. Be careful 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.

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.

For customers in the United States

This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).

Identifying parts and controls

A Sony logo (page 18)

Sony logo illuminates.

See the pages in parentheses for further details.

Front of the LCD display

INPUT

ECO

B 1 (Power) (pages 9, 19, 24)

This key turns the monitor on when the key lights up in red. To turn the monitor off, touch this key again. If the key does not light up, press the MAIN POWER switch (9).

C MENU (page 12)

This key turns the menu screen on and off.

D m/M (page 12)

These keys are used to select the menu items and make adjustments.

E OK (pages 12, 14)

This key activates the selected menu item and adjustments made using m/M (4). When the menu screen is not displayed, with this key you can make automatic adjustment of the picture quality for the current input signal (one touch sensing function).

F INPUT (page 11)

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

G ECO (page 19)

This key is used to reduce the power consumption.

INPUT

ECO

This display employs a touch sensor key system. You can operate the display by touching the letters or symbols on the front panel. Touch sensor keys work only when they are lit. Touch sensor keys light up when you turn the monitor on, but they turn off if you do not perform any operations for a while. To light them up again, touch an area of the touch sensor keys.

Note

Do not press the touch sensor keys too hard. This may cause a malfunction.

H Light sensor (page 19)

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

Rear of the display stand

I MAIN POWER switch (page 9)

This switch turns the monitor’s main power on and off.

J Back cover (page 7)

Slide up this cover when you connect cables or cords.

Rear of the LCD display

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3

K AC IN connector (page 8)

This connector connects the power cord (supplied).

L Cable holder (page 9)

This part secures cables and cords to the monitor.

M 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 Kensigton.

N 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.

O HD15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT1

(page 7)

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

P 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.

Q HD15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT2

(page 7)

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

R 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.

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

(page 7)

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

T Audio output jack (page 8)

This jack outputs audio signals to speakers or headphones.

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

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)

cables

• Turn off the monitor, computer, and any other equipment 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.

• Check the alignment of the HD15 connector to avoid bending the pins of the video signal cable connector.

1 Slide up the back cover.

2 Tilt the display forward.

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 HD15 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 HD15 input connector (analog RGB)

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

IBM PC/AT or compatible computer

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

x Connecting to a Macintosh

to the HD15 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.

Setup 3:Connect the speakers or

headphones

Connect the speaker cord or headphone cord securely to the monitor’s audio output jack. (The speakers and headphones are not supplied.)

to the audio output

speaker cord or headphone cord (not supplied)

Setup 2:Connect the audio cord

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

Using the speakers or headphones, you can listen to sound from your computer or other audio equipment connected to the monitor’s audio input jacks.

to the audio input

to audio output of the computer or other audio equipment

audio cord (supplied)

Setup 4:Connect the power cord

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)

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Sony SDM-P234 User Manual

Table of Contents

Precautions

Identifying parts and controls

Setup

Setup 2:Connect the audio cord

Setup 4:Connect the power cord