General - Sony SDM-N50PS Service Manual

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, please 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.
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About the bright points of light or black dots
Bright points of light (red, blue or green) or black dots
may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a
malfunction. The LCD screen is made with high-
precision technology and more than 99.99% of the
picture element is intact. However, some of the picture
element may not appear or some of the picture element
may appear constantly.
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 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.
Transporting
• When transporting, first disconnect all cables from the monitor,
then grasp the monitor with both hands to carry it. Be careful
when transporting the monitor, if dropped it may cause injury
or damage.
• 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.
The operating instructions mentioned here are partial abstracts
from the Operating Instruction Manual. The page numbers of
the Operating Instruction Manual remein as in the manual.
To install the display horizontally or vertically
This display can be installed either horizontally or vertically using
the supplied display stand.
Open the display stand until the click sound is heard.
Put the display on the stand, aligning the mark which shows the
stand position on the display.
To switch to the horizontal or vertical viewing position, see
page 10.
Horizontal installation
The stand positioning mark
Vertical installation
The stand positioning mark
To close the display stand
While sliding the stopper up, close the display stand.
The stopper
To adjust the angle
This display can be adjusted within the angles shown below with
the supplied display stand.
To adjust the angle, hold the front base and push (or pull) the rear
leg outward (or inward) until the desired angle is attained.
To install the display on the display stand, put it softly.
40˚
20˚
Note
Do not exceed the angles shown above, otherwise the display could fall
and cause damage or a malfunction.
To use the display comfortably
This display is designed so that you can set it up at a comfortable
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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