Sony SDM-P82 User Manual

4-090-729-11(1)

TFT LCD Color Computer Display

Operating Instructions Mode d’emploi Manual de i nstrucciones

US FR ES

SDM-P82

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are locatedat the rear of the unit. Recordthese numbersinthespaces provided below.Refer to them whenever you call upon your dealer regarding this product. Model No.

Serial No.

WARNING

Toprevent fire orshock hazard, donot exposethe unit to rain or moisture.

Dangerously high voltages are present inside the unit. Do not open the c abinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

FCC Notice

This equipment hasbeen testedand found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, andcan radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radiocommunications. H owever,thereisno guarantee that interference will notoccur ina particularinstallation. 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 m easures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the s eparation 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 dealeroran experiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate t his equipment.

INFORMATION This product complies with Swedish Nat ional Council for Metrology (MPR) standards issued in December 1990 (MPR II) for very low frequency (VLF) and extremely low frequency (ELF).

INFORMATION Ce produit est conforme aux normes du Swedish National Council for Metrology de décembre 1990 (MPRII) en ce qui concerne les fréquences très basses (VLF) et extrêmementbasses (ELF).

INFORMACIÓN Este producto cumple las normas del Consejo Nacional Sueco para Metrología (MPR) emitidas en diciembrede 1990 (MPR II) para frecuenciasmuy bajas (VLF) y frecuenciasextremadamentebajas (ELF).

NOTICE

This notice is applicable for USA/Canada only. If shipped to USA/Canada, install only a UL LIST ED/ C SA LABELLED power supply cord meeting the f ollowing 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 appareilest exportéauxEtats-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.

This monitor complies with the TCO’99 guidelines.

NERGYSTAR

If you have any questions about this product, you may call:

Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)

or write to:

Sony Customer Information Center 1 Sony Drive, Mail Drop #T1-11, Park Ridge, NJ 07656

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: SDM-P82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, O radell,NJ 07649

Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 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.

USA

Table of Contents

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

Identifyingpartsandcontrols..............................5

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

Setup 1: Connect a computer equipped with the DVI output

connector(digitalRGB)............................7

Setup 2: Connect a computer equipped with the HD15 output

connector (analog RGB). . . . . . . . . . . . ................7

Setup 3: Connectthepowercord ..........................8

Setup 4: Bundlethecordsandcables.......................9

Setup 5: Turnonthemonitorandcomputer ..................9

Setup 6: Adjustingthetilt................................10

Selecting the input signal (INPUT button)

.................11

CustomizingYourMonitor.......................11

Navigatingthemenu....................................11

BACKLIGHT.......................................12

CONTRAST........................................12

BRIGHTNESS .....................................12

SCREEN (analog RGB signal only) . . . . . . ...............12

COLOR ...........................................14

GAMMA...........................................15

ZOOM............................................15

SMOOTHING......................................15

Additionalsettings......................................16

• Macintosh is a trademarklicensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A. a nd 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.

• mark.

• All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registeredtrademarksoftheirrespective companies.

•Furthermore,“”and“”arenot mentionedineachcaseinthismanual.



is registered trademark of



are trademarksof the

NERGYSTAR is a U.S. registered

TechnicalFeatures .............................17

Powersavingfunction...................................17

Reducingthepowerconsumption(ECOmode)...............17

Automatic picture quality adjustment function

(analogRGBsignalonly)................................17

Troubleshooting................................18

On-screenmessages...................................18

Troublesymptomsandremedies..........................19

Self-diagnosis function . . . . . . ............................21

Specifications..................................21

TCO’99Eco-document....................................i

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 mandator y FCC standards.

For the customers in the UK

If you use the monitor in the UK, be sureto use theappropriate UK power cord.

Example of plug types

for 100 to 120 V A C 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 subjectto inordinateamounts of dust, dir t,orsand, 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 LCDscreen facing the sunas it can damage theLCDscreen.Takecarewhenyouplacethemonitorbya 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 tonormal as the temperature rises to a normaloperating 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 thatthe LCD screen is made with high-precision technology. However, black points or bright points of light (red, blue, or green) may appear constantl y on the LCD screen, and irregular colored stripes or brightness may appear on the LCD screen.Thisisnotmalfunction. (Effective dots: more than 99.99%)

Replacement of the fluorescent tube

A specially designed fluorescent tube is installed as the lighting apparatus for this monitor. If the screen becomes dark, unstable, or does not turn on, replace the fluorescent tube with a new one. Consult your Sony dealer when replacing the fluorescent tube.

Maintenance

• Be sureto unplug the power cord from the power outletbefore cleaning your monitor.

• CleantheLCDscreenwithasoftcloth.Ifyouuseaglass 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 abrasivepad, scouringpowder, or solvent, such as alcoholor benzine.

• Do not rub, touch, or tapthe surface of the screen with sharp or abrasive itemssuch as a ballpoint pen or screwdriver. This type of contact may result in a scratched pictur etube.

• 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 the support and base sections of the display stand firmly with both hands whentransporting.If you dropthe monitor,you may beinjured or the monitor may be damaged.

• When you transport thismonitor 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 mustbe carriedout in accordance to the regulations of your local sanitation authority.

Identifying parts and controls

See the pages in parentheses for further details.

Front of the LCD display

Rear of the display stand

AAAA 1 (Power) switch and 1 (Power) indicator

(pages 9, 17, 21)

This switch turns the monitor on when the 1 (power) indicator lights up in red. To turn the monitor off, press this switch again. If the 1 (power) indicator does notlight up, press the MAIN POWER switch (8).

BBBB MENU button (page 11)

This button turns the menu screen on and off.

CCCC M/m buttons (page 11)

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

Side view of the LCD display

DDDD OK button (page 11)

This button activates the selected menu item and adjustments using with M/m buttons (3).

EEEE INPUT button and INPUT1/INPUT2 indicator

(page 11)

This button selects the connected computer for switching the video input signals, and the corresponding indicator, (INPUT1 or INPUT2) lights up.

FFFF AUTO button (page 12)

Press this button when the displayed picture seems poorly adjusted. It makesfurther automatic adjustmentof the picture quality for the current input signal.

GGGG ECO button (page 17)

Thisbuttonisusedtoreducethepowerconsumption.

HHHH MAIN POWER switch (page 9)

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

IIII Security Lock Hole

The security lockhole shouldbe applied with the Kensington Micro Saver Security System. Micro Saver Security System is a trademark of Kensington.

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Rear of the LCD display

JJJJ Back cover (page 7)

Remove this cover when you connect cablesor cords.

qa qs qd qf

KKKK DVI-D input connector (digital RGB) for INPUT1

(page 7)

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

LLLL HD15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT1

(page 7)

ThisconnectorinputsanalogRGBvideosignals(0.700Vp-p, positive) and sync signals.

MMMM HD15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT2

(page 7)

ThisconnectorinputsanalogRGBvideosignals(0.700Vp-p, positive) and sync signals.

NNNN AC IN connector (page 8)

Connect the power cord (supplied).

OOOO Arm cover (page 9)

Remove this cover to bundle connecting cords and cables.

PPPP 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)

• Windows Utility/Macintosh Utility Disk

• Warranty card

• This instruction manual

Setup 1:Connect a computer

equipped with the DVI output connector (digital RGB)

• Turn off the monitor and computerbefore connecting.

• When connecting the computerto the monitor’s HD15 input connector (analog RGB), refer to “Setup 2: Connect a computer equipped with the HD15 output connector (analog RGB).”

Note

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

1 Remove the back cover.

2 Using the supplied DVI-D video signal cable (digital

RGB), connect the computer to the monitor’sDVI-D input connector (digital RGB) for INPUT1.

to the DVI-D input connector (digital RGB) for INPUT1

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

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

Setup 2:Connect a computer

equipped with the HD15 output connector (analog RGB)

Turn off the monitor and computer before connecting.

Note

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

1 Remove the back cover.

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2 Using the supplied HD15-HD15 video signal cable

(analog RGB), connect the computer to the monitor’s HD 15 input connector (analog RGB) for INPUT 1 or INPUT2.

Connect the computer according to the following illustrations.

Connecting to an IBM PC/AT or

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compatible computer

Setup 3:Connect the power c ord

1 Connect the supplied power cord to the monitor’s

AC IN connector.

2 Connect it to a power outlet.

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

IBM PC/AT or compatible computer

Connecting to a Macintosh

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to the HD 15 input connector(analogRGB) for INPUT1 or INPUT2

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

to the HD 15 input connector(analogRGB) for INPUT1 or INPUT2

to AC IN

to power outlet

power cord (supplied)

to the computer’s output connector

Macintosh

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

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

Setup 4:Bundle the cords and

Setup5:Turnonthemonitorand

cables

1 Remove the arm cover.

2 Bundle the cords and cables inside of the stand.

3 Secure the cables and cords with the cable holder.

4 Replace the arm cover and back cover.

arm cover

back cover

computer

1 PresstheMAIN POWERswitchon theleft side ofthe

monitor in the direction of [.

The 1 (power) indicator lights up in red.

MAIN POWER

2 Press the 1 (power) switch on the front right of the

monitor.

The 1 (power) indicator lights up in green.

lights in red

lights in green

Note

If you cannot bundle all of the cords and cables inside the stand, leave them hanging down outside the stand.

3 Turn on the computer.

4 Press the INPUT button repeatedly and select the

desired input signal.

The selected input signal indicator lights up and the picture appears on the screen. Formore information,see“Selecting the input signal(INPUT button)” on page 11.

The installation of your monitoris complete.If necessary,use the monitor’s controls to adjust the picture (page 11).

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If no picture appears on your screen

• Check that the power cord and the video signal cable are

properly connected.

Setup 6:Adjusting the t ilt

This monitor can be adjusted within the angles shown below.

• If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen:

– The computer is in the power saving mode. Try pressing any

key on the keyboard or moving the mouse.

– Check that the input signal setting is correct by pressing the

INPUT button repeatedly (page 11).

• If CABLE DISCONNECTED appears on the screen:

– Check that the video signal cable is properly connected. – Check that the input signal setting is correct by pressing the

INPUT button repeatedly (page 11).

• If OUT OF SCAN RANGE appearson the screen, reconnect

the old monitor. Then adjust the computer’sgraphicsboardin the following ranges.

Horizontal frequency 28 – 92 kHz Vertical frequency 56 – 85 Hz Resolution 1280 × 1024 or less

For more information about on-screen messages, see “Trouble symptoms and remedies” on page 19.

No need for specific drivers

The monitor complies with the “DDC” Plug & Play standard and automaticallydetects all the monitor’s information. No specific driver needs to be installed to the computer. The first time you turnonyour computerafterconnecting themonitor, the setup Wizardmay appear on the screen. In this case, followthe on-screen instructions. The Plug & Play monitor is automatically selected so that you can use thismonitor.

20°

5°

To use the monitor comfortably

Adjust the viewing angle of your monitor according to the height of your desk and chair, and so that light is not reflected from the screen to your eyes.

Note

When adjusting the screen tilt, proceed slowly and carefully, being sure not to hit themonitor against the desk or the base of the display stand.

1 Grasp the lower middle part of the LCD panel while

holding the display stand, then, tilt the LCD panel adequately backward.

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 frequencyto any particular high value.

2 Grasp the lower sides of the LCD panel, then adjust

screen tilt.

Selecting the input signal

(INPUT button)

Customizing Your Monitor

Press the INPUT button.

The input signal changeeach time you press this button as follows.

On-screen message)

(Appears about 5 seconds on the upper left corner.)

INPUT1: DVI-D INPUT1 DVI-D input

INPUT1: HD15 INPUT1 HD15 input

INPUT2: HD15 INPUT2 HD15 input

Input indicator lights up

Input signal configuration

connector (digital RGB) for INPUT1

connector (analog RGB) for INPUT1

connector (analog RGB) for INPUT2

Before making adjustments

Connect the monitor and the computer, and turn them on. Wait for at least 30 minutes before making adjustments for the best results.

You can make numerous adjustments to yourmonitorusing the on-screenmenu.

Navigating the menu

1 Display the main menu.

Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your screen.

2 Select the menu you want to adjust.

Press the M/m buttons to display the desired menu. Press the OK button to select the menu item.

3 Adjust the menu.

Press the M/m buttons to make the adjustment,then press the OK button. When you press the OK button, the setting is stored, then the display returns to the previous menu.

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 45 seconds.

Resetting the adjustments to the default

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settings

You can reset the adjustments using the RESET menu. Formore information about resetting the adjustments, see “0 (RESET)” on page 16.

BRIGHTNESS

Adjust the picture brightness (black level).

BR GHTNESSI

BACKLIGHT

Ifthescreenis too bright, adjustthe backlightandmakethescreen easier to see.

Note

The backlight cannot be adjusted when the ECO mode is set to “ON” (page 17).

BACKL GHTI

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1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Press the M/m buttons to select (BACKLIGHT)

and press the OK button.

The BACKLIGHT menu appears on the screen.

3 Press the M/m buttons to adjust the desired light

level.

CONTRAST

Adjust the picture contrast.

CONTRAST

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1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Pressthe M/m buttons to select6 (CONTRAST) and

press the OK button.

The CONTRAST menu appears on the screen.

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1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2PresstheM/m buttons to select 8 (BRIGHTNESS)

and press the OK button.

The BRIGHTNESS menu appears on the screen.

3PresstheM/m buttons to adjust the brightness.

SCREEN

Note

When receiving digital RGB signals from the DVI-D inputconnector for INPUT1, adjustment is unnecessary.

Automatic picture quality adjustment

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(analog RGB signal only)

function

When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically adjusts the picture’s position and sharpness (phase/pitch),and ensuresthata clear picture appears on the screen (page 17).

Note

While the automatic picture quality adjustmentfunction is activated, only

(power) switch will operate.

the

If the automatic picture quality adjustment function of this monitor seems to not completely adjust the picture

By pressing the AUTO button, you can make further automatic adjustment of the picture quality for the current input signal (page 5).

If you still need to make further adjustments to the picture quality

Youcan manually adjust the picture’ssharpness (phase/pitch)and position (horizontal/vertical position).

3 Press the M/m buttons to adjust the contrast.

If you need to eliminate a shift of the picture occurring when the input signal has been changed

The shift is caused by the automatic picture quality adjustment function. You can deactivate this function (page 14).

These adjustments are stored in memory and automatically recalledwhen the displayreceives the same input signal.

SCREEN

PHASE P I TCH H CENTER V CENTER AUTO

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Adjust the picture’s sharpness manually

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(PHASE/PITCH)

You can adjust the picture’s sharpness as follows. This adjustment is effective when the computer is connected to the monitor’s HD15 input connector (analog RGB).

1 Set the resolution to 1280 × 1024 on the computer.

2 Load the Utility Disk.

3 Start the Utility Disk and display the test pattern.

For Windows

[Windows]/[Win Utility.exe].

Click [Utility]

For Macintosh

Click [Utility]

t [Mac]/[Mac Utility].

11 Press the M/m buttons until the vertical stripes

disappear.

Adjust so that the vertical stripes disappear.

12 Click [END] on the screen to turn off the test pattern.

13 Press the M/m buttons to select and press the OK

button.

Return to the menu screen.

Adjust the picture’s position manually

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(H CENTER/V CENTER)

If the picture is notin the centerof the screen, adjust the picture’s centering as follows.

1 Set the resolution to 1280 × 1024 on the computer.

2 Load the Utility Disk.

4 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

5 Press the M/m buttons to select (SCREEN) and

press the OK button.

The SCREENmenu appears on the screen.

6 Press the M/m buttons to select PHASE and press

the OK button.

The PHASE menu appears on the screen.

7 Press the M/m buttons until the horizontal stripes

are at a minimum.

Adjust so that the horizontal stripes are at a minimum.

8 Press the OK button.

The main menu appears on the screen. If vertical stripes are observed over the entire screen, adjust pitch by the following steps.

3 Start the Utility Disk and display the test pattern.

For Windows

[Windows]/[Win Utility.exe].

Click [Utility]

For Macintosh

Click [Utility]t[Mac]/[Mac Utility].

4 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

5 Press the M/m buttons to select (SCREEN) and

press the OK button.

The SCREEN menu appears on the screen.

6 Press the M/m buttons to select H CENTER or

V CENTER and press the OK button.

The H CENTER or V CENTER menu appears on the screen.

7 Press the M/m buttons to center the test pattern in

the screen.

8 Click [END] on the screen to turn off the test pattern.

9 PresstheM/m buttons to select and press the OK

button.

Return to the menu screen.

9 Press the M/m buttons to select (SCREEN) and

press the OK button.

The SCREENmenu appears on the screen.

10 Press theM/m buttonsto select PITCHand pressthe

OK button.

The PITCH menu appears on the screen.

Eliminate a shift of the picture caused by

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the automatic picture quality adjustment (AUTO)

1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Press the M/m buttons to select (SCREEN) and

press the OK button.

The SCREEN menu appears on the screen.

COLOR

You can select the picture’s color level of the white color field from the default color temperature settings. Also, if necessary, youcan fine tune the color temperature.

COLOR

9300K 6500K USER

ADJUST

3 Pressthe M/m buttons to select AUTO andpress the

OK button. Then press the M/m buttons to select OFF and press the OK button.

To resume the automatic picture quality adjustment function Select ON in step 3 above.

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1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2PresstheM/m buttons to select (COLOR) and

press the OK button.

The COLOR menu appears on the screen.

3PresstheM/m buttons to select the desired color

temperature and press the OK button.

Whites will change from a bluish hue to reddish hue as the temperature is lowered from 9300K (default setting) to 6500K.

Fine tuning the color temperature (USER ADJUSTMENT)

INPUT1 and INPUT2 can be set independently.

USER ADJUSTMENT

R G B

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1PresstheM/m buttons to select ADJUST and press

the OK button.

The USER ADJUSTMENT menu appears on the screen.

2PresstheM/m buttons to select R (Red) or B (Blue)

and press the OK button. Then press the M/m buttons to adjust the color temperature and press the OK button.

Since this adjustment changes the color temperature by increasing or decreasing theRand B components with respect to G (green), the G component is fixed.

3PresstheM/m buttons to select ,then press the

OK button.

The new color setting is stored in memory for USER ADJUSTMENT and automatically recalled wheneverUSER is selected. The COLOR menu appears on the screen.

GAMMA

SMOOTHING

You canassociate the picture’scolor shade on the screen with the picture’s original color shade.

GAMMA

GAMMA 1 GAMMA 2 GAMMA 3

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1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Press the M/m buttons to select (GAMMA) and

press the OK button.

The GAMMA menu appears on the screen.

3 Press the M/m buttons to select the desired mode.

ZOOM

The monitor is set to display the picture on the screen in full, irrespective of the picture’s mode or resolution in the default setting (FULL2). You can also view the picture in its actual aspect ratio or resolution.

ZOOM

FULL2 FULL1 REAL

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If the picture displayed at the FULL2 or FULL1 m ode of ZOOM is not smooth, use the picture smoothing function.

SMOOTH NGI

TEXT STANDARD GRAPH CS

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1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Press the M/m buttons to select (SMOOTHING)

and press the OK button.

The SMOOTHING menu appears on the screen.

3 Press the M/m buttons to select the desired mode.

The smoothing effect becomes stronger in the order of TEXTtSTANDARDtGRAPHICS.

• TEXT: To makethe charact ersappear clear.(This mode is

suited for text-based applications.)

• STANDARD (The defaultsetting): Standardsmoothing

effect.

• GRAPHICS: To make the pictures appear clean. (This

mode is suited for CD-ROM software such as photo images or illustrations.)

Notes

• When you set the (ZOOM) menu to REAL, the (SMOOTHING) menu is not available.

• 1280 × 1024 resolution signals are shown only in REAL mode and

SMOOTHINGis not possible.

1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Press the M/m buttons to select (ZOOM) and

press the OK button.

The ZOOM menu appears on the screen.

3 Press the M/m buttons to select the desired mode.

• FULL2 (The default setting):Theinputsignalis

displayedon the screen in full, irrespectiveof the picture’s mode or resolution.

• FULL1:The input s ignal is displayed on the screen at its

actual aspect ratio. Therefore, black bands may appear at the top and bottom of the picture depending on the signal.

• REAL: The input signal is displayed on the screen at its actual resolution. Sub-1280 × 1024 signals are displayedat the center of the screen surrounded by a black frame.

Note

When you use 1280 × 1024 resolution signals, the above mentioned settings are not available. The picture is displayed on the screen in full.

Additional settings

The following menus appear on the screen when you keep pressing the m button.

• MENU POSITION

• POWER SAVE

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• LANGUAGE

• RESET 0

• MENU LOCK

1 Press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

2 Keeppressingthe m buttonuntil thedesired menu’s

item you want to adjust appears on the screen.

3 Press the M/m buttons to select the desired menu

and press the OK button.

Adjust the selected menu according to the following instructions.

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MENU POSITION

You can change the menu position if it is blocking an image on the screen.

1 Press the M/m buttons to select (MENU

POSITION) and press the OK button.

The MENU POSITION menu appears on the screen.

MENU POS T ONII

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LANGUAGE

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1PresstheM/m buttons to select (LANGUAGE)

and press the OK button.

The LANGUAGE menu appears on the screen.

2PresstheM/m buttons to select a language.

• ENGLISH

• FRANÇAIS:French

• DEUTSCH:German

• ESPAÑOL:Spanish

• ITALIANO: Italian

• NEDERLANDS:Dutch

• SVENSKA:Swedish

• :Russian

• : Japanese

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RESET

Reset the adjustments to the default settings.

1PresstheM/m buttons to select 0 (RESET) and

press the OK button.

The RESET menu appears on the screen.

2PresstheM/m buttons to select the desired mode.

• OK: To resetall ofthe adjustment data to the default

setting. Note thatthe (LANGUAGE)setting is not reset by this method.

• CANCEL: To cancel resetting and return to the menu

screen.

2 Pressthe M/m buttons to selectthe desired position

and press the OK button.

You can chooseone of 9 positions where the menu will appear.

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POWER SAVE

Set the power saving mode (page 17).

1 Pressthe M/m buttons to select (POWER SAVE)

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and press the OK button.

The POWER SAVE menu appears on the screen.

2 Press the M/m buttons to select either ON or OFF.

• ON: Enters the power saving mode automatically when

no input signal is being input via currently selected computer.

• OFF: Not enter the power saving mode.

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MENU LOCK

Lock the control of buttons to prevent accidental adjustments or resetting.

1PresstheM/m buttons to select (MENU LOCK)

and press the OK button.

The MENU LOCK menu appears on the screen.

2PresstheM/m buttons to select ON or OFF.

• ON: Only the 1 (power) switch and INPUT button will

operate. If you attempt any other operation, the

(MENU LOCK) appears on the screen.

• OFF: Set (MENU LOCK) to OFF. If you set the

(MENU LOCK) to ON, only this menu item

can be selected.

Technical Features

Power saving function

This monitor meets the power-saving guidelines set by VESA,

NERGYSTAR, and NUTEK. If the monitor is connected to a

computer or video graphics board that is DPMS (Display Power Management Si gnaling) compliant, the monitor will automatically reduce power consumption as shown below.

Power mode Power consumption1(power)

normal operation

active off* (deep sleep)**

1 (power) off 1 W red main poweroff 0 W off

* Whenyourcomputerentersthe“active off” mode , the input signal is

cut and NO INPUT SIGNAL appearsonthescreen. After 20seconds, the monitor enters the power saving mode.

** “Deep sleep” is a powersaving mode defined by the Environmental

Protection Agency.

Note

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If the (POWER SAVE) isset to OFF(page 16), the monitor does not enter the power saving mode.

58 W (max.) green

3 W (max.) orange

Reducing the power consumpti on

(ECO mode)

If you press the ECO button on the front of the monitor, the backlight level reduces and the power consumption is reduced.

Press the ECO button.

indicator

ECO ON

Automatic picture quality adjustment function

signal only)

When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically adjusts the picture’s position and sharpness(phase/pitch),and ensures thata clear picture appears on the screen.

The factory preset mode

When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically matches the signalto oneof the factory preset modes stored in the monitor’s memory to provide a high quality picture at the center of the screen. If the inputsignal matches the factory preset mode, the picture is appears on the screen automatically with the appropriate default adjustment.

If input signals do not match one of the factory preset modes

When the monitor receives an input signal, the automatic picture quality adjustment function of this monitor is activated and ensures that a clear picture always appears on the screen (within the following monitor frequency ranges): Horizontal frequency:28 – 92 kHz Vertical frequency: 56 – 85Hz Consequently, the first time the monitor receives input signals that do not match one of the factory preset modes, the monitor may take a longer time than normal for displaying the picture on the screen. This adjustment data is automatically stored in memory so that next time, the monitor will function in the same way as when the monitor receives the signals that match one of the factory preset modes.

If y ou adjust the phase, pitch, and pictures position manually

For some input signals, the automatic picture quality adjustment function of this monitor may n ot completely adjust the picture position,phase, and pitch.In this case, you canmanually set these adjustments (page 12). If you manually set these adjustments, they are stored in memory as user modes and automatically recalled whenever the monitor receives the same input signals.

(analog RGB

The ECO: ON menu appears on the screen and the backlightlevel is reduced. The menu automatically disappears after about 5 seconds.

To cancel the ECO mode

Press the ECO b uttonagain.

The ECO:OFF menu appearson the screen and normal backlight level is set. The menu automatically disappears after about 5 seconds.

ECO OFF

Troubleshooting

Before contacting technical support, refer to this section.

On-screen messages

If there is something wrong with the input signal, one of the followingmessages appears on the screen. To solve the problem, see “Trouble symptoms and remedies” on page 19.

If CABLE DISCONNECTED appears on the screen

This indicates that the video signal cable has been disconnected from the currently selected connector.

INFORMATION

CAB L E D I SCONNECTED

INPUT1:DVI-D

GO TO POWER SAVE

If OUT OF SCAN RANGE appears on the screen

This indicates that the input signal is not supported by the monitor’s specifications. Check the following items. For more information about on-screen messages, see “Trouble symptoms and remedies” on page 19.

INFORMATION

OUT OF SCAN RANGE

INPUT1:DVI-D

xxx.xkHz/ xxx.xHz

If “xxx.x kHz/xxx Hz” is displayed

This indicates that either the horizontal or vertical frequency is not supported by the monitor’sspecifications. The figures indicatethe horizontaland vertical frequenciesof the current input signal.

If “RESOLUTION > 1280 × 1024” is displayed

This indicates that the resolution is not supported by the monitor’s specifications (1280 × 1024 or less).

If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen

This indicates that no signal is being input via the currently selected connector.

GO TO POWER SAVE

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If the (POWER SAVE) is set to “ON,” the monitor will enter the power saving mode after about 5 seconds from the time the message is displayed.

INFORMATION

NO INPUT S I GNAL

INPUT 1 :DV I - D

GO TO POWER SAVE

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If the (POWER SAVE) is set to “ON,” the monitor will enter the power saving mode after about 5 seconds from the time the message is displayed.

Trouble symptoms and remedies

If a problem occurs as a resultof a connected computer orother equipment, refer tothe connected computer/equipment’sinstructionmanual. Use the self-diagnosis function (page 21) if the following recommendations do not resolve the problem.

Symptom Check these items No picture

If the 1 (power) indicator is not lit, or if the 1 (power) indicator will not light up when the 1 (power) switch is pressed,

The 1 (power) indicator turns on red.

If the 1 (power) indicator is green, • Use the self-diagnosis function (page 21). If CABLE DISCONNECTED

appears on the screen,

If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen, or the 1 (power) indicator is orange,

If OUT OF SCAN RANGE appears on the screen (page 18),

If using Windows, • If you replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and do the

If using a Macintosh system, • When connecting a Macintosh computer, use an adapter (not supplied) if necessary.

• Check that the power cord is properly connected.

• Check that the monitor’s MAIN POWER switch is “on” (page 9).

• Check that the 1 (power)switch is on.

• Check that the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated in their sockets (page 7).

• Check that the video input connector’s pins are not bent or pushed in.

• Check that the input select setting is correct (page 11).

• A non-supplied video signal cable is connected. If you connect a non-supplied video signal cable, CABLE DISCONNECTED may appear on the screen before entering the power saving mode. This is not a malfunction.

• Check that the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated in their sockets (page 7).

• Check that the video input connector’s pins are not bent or pushed in.

• Check that the input select setting is correct (page 11).

xProblem caused by a connected computer or other equipment, and not caused by the monitor

• The computer is in the power saving mode. Try pressing any key on the keyboard or moving the mouse.

• Check that your graphics board isattached to the computer properly.

• Check that the computer’spoweris“on.”

xProblem caused by a connected computer or other equipment, and not caused by the monitor

• Check that the video frequency range is within that specified for the monitor. If you replaced anold monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and adjust the computer’s g raphics board in the following ranges: Horizontal frequency: 28 – 92 kHz Vertical frequency: 56 – 85 Hz Resolution: 1280 × 1024 or less

following. Select “SONY” from the “Manufacturers” list and select “SDM-P82” from the “Models” list in the Windows device selection screen. If “SDM-P82” does not appear in the “Models” list, try “Plug & Play” or install the information file for this monitor using the Windows Monitor Information Disk.

Connect the adapter to the computer beforeconnecting the video signal cable.

(continued)

Symptom Check these items Picture flickers, bounces,

oscillates, or is scrambled.

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 12).

• Isolate and eliminate any potential sources of electric or magnetic fields such as o ther monitors, laser printers, electric fans, fluorescent lighting, or televisions.

• Mo v e the monitor away from power lines or place a magnetic shield near themonitor.

• Try pluggingthe monitor into a different AC outlet, preferably on a different circuit.

• Change the orientation of the monitor.

xProblem caused by a connected computer or other equipment, and not caused by the monitor

• Check your graphics board manual for the proper monitor setting.

• Confirm that the graphics mode (VESA, Macintosh 19'' Color, etc.) and the frequency of the input signal are supported by this monitor. Even if the frequency is within the proper range, some graphics boards may have a sync pulse that is too narrow for the monitor to sync correctly.

• This monitor does not process the interlace signals.Set for progressive signals.

• Adjust the computer’s refresh rate (vertical frequency) to obtain the best possible picture (60 Hz is recommended).

Pictureisfuzzy. • Adjust the brightness and contrast (page 12).

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 12).

xProblem caused by a connected computer or other equipment, and not caused by the monitor

• Set the resolution to 1280 × 1024 on your computer.

Pictureisghosting. • Eliminate the use of video cable extensions and/or video switch boxes.

• Check that all plugs are firmly seated in their sockets.

Picture is not centered or sized properly (analog RGB signal only).

• Adjust the pitch and phase (page 12).

• Adjust the picture position (page 13). Note that some video modes do not fill the screen to the edges.

Pictureistoosmall. • Set the zoom setting to FULL2 (page 15).

xProblem caused by a connected computer or other equipment, and not caused by the monitor

• Set the resolution to 1280 × 1024 on your computer.

Pictureisdark. • Adjust the brightness (page 12).

• Adjust the backlight (page 12).

• It takes a few minutes for the display to become bright after turning on the monitor.

• Adjust (GAMMA)(page 15).

• If you press the ECO button, the screen turns darker.

Wavy or elliptical pattern (moire)

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 12).

is visible. Color is not uniform. • Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 12). White does not look white. • Adjust the color temperature (page 14). Monitor buttons do not operate

• IfthemenulockissettoON,setittoOFF(page16).

( appears on the screen). The monitor turns off after a while. • SetthepowersavingfunctiontoOFF(page16).

xProblem caused by a connected computer or other equipment, and not caused by the monitor

• Set the computer’s power saving setting to off.

Displaying this monitor’s name, serial number, and date of manufacture.

While the monitor is receiving a video signal,press and hold the MENU button for more than 5 seconds.

The monitor’s information box appears.Press the MENU button againtomaketheboxdisappear.

Example

INFORMATION

MODEL : SDM-P82 SER. NO : 1234567 MANUFACTURED : 2002-40

Model name

Serial number

Week and year of manufacture

If anyproblem persists, call yourauthorized Sony dealer andgive the following information:

• Model name: SDM-P82

• Serial number

• Nameand specifications of your computer and graphics board.

• Type of input signals (analog RGB/digital RGB)

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Sony SDM-P82 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Precautions

Identifying parts and controls

Setup

Setup 3:Connect the power c ord

Setup 6:Adjusting the t ilt

Customizing Your Monitor

Navigating the menu

BRIGHTNESS

BACKLIGHT

CONTRAST

COLOR

GAMMA

SMOOTHING

ZOOM

Additional settings

Technical Features

Power saving function

Troubleshooting

On-screen messages

Trouble symptoms and remedies