Sony SDM-V72W User Manual

Sony sdm-v72w: user guide
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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.
As an E
S
Partner,
NERGY
TAR
®
Sony has determined that this
product or product models meets
the E
S
guidelines
®
NERGY
TAR
for energy efficiency.
E
S
®
is a U.S. registered mark.
NERGY
TAR
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.
For questions regarding your product or for the Sony
Customer Information Service Center nearest you call:
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
The number below is for FCC related matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.:
SDM-V72W
Responsible Party:
Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:
680 Kinderkamack Road,
Oradell, NJ 07649 USA
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.
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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 unshielded,
minimum 3 x 18 AWG
Length
Maximum 15 feet
Rating
Minimum 7 A, 125 V
NOTICE
Cette notice s'applique aux États-Unis et au
Canada uniquement.
Si cet appareil est exporté aux États-Unis ou
au Canada, utiliser le cordon d'alimentation
portant la mention UL LISTED/CSA LABELLED
et remplissant les conditions suivantes :
SPÉCIFICATIONS
Type de fiche
Fiche Nema 5-15 broches
Cordon
Type SVT ou SJT, non blindé,
minimum 3 x 18 AWG
Longueur
Maximum de 15 pieds
Tension
Minimum 7 A, 125 V

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  • Page 1 You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. For questions regarding your product or for the Sony Customer Information Service Center nearest you call: 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for FCC related matters only.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries. ® Windows is registered trademark of 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.
  • Page 3: Precautions

    FCC standards. for 100 to 120 V AC for 200 to 240 V AC For use only with AC adapter, Sony AC-DP001 The equipment should be installed near an easily accessible outlet. Installation Do not install or leave the display:...
  • Page 4 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. Handling the headphones Be sure to remove the headphones before moving away from the display.
  • Page 5: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying parts and controls See the pages in parentheses for further details. Front of the LCD display POWER MENU WIDE INPUT Side view of the LCD display POWER MENU WIDE INPUT 1 Power button (page 16) This button turns the display on. To turn the display off, press this button again.
  • Page 6 DC IN connector (page 13) This connector provides 16.5V DC power to the display. Connect the AC adapter (provided) to this connector. qk Cable cover (pages 10 and 14) Remove this cover to organize the cables connected to the display monitor.
  • Page 7 Identifying parts and controls - cont. Remote Card ql w; wa ws Picture Wide Mute Power Mode Mode Video Y/Pb/Pr Volume Menu DISPLAY RM-V72W ql MUTE button (page 33) Press this button to mute the sound. Press again or + Volume button to restore the sound.
  • Page 8: Setup

    Setup Before using your display, check that the following items are included in your carton: LCD display Remote card AC Power cord AC Adapter (AC-DP001) HD15/D-sub video signal cable (analog RGB) Audio cord (stereo miniplug) Composite video extension cable S-Video extension cable Warranty card Quick Setup Guide This instruction manual on CD-ROM...
  • Page 9: Setup 1 Activating And Replacing A Battery For Remote Card

    Activating and replacing a battery for remote card Setup 1 Activating the remote card To activate the battery for the remote card, remove the plastic slip by pulling the tab. Replacing the remote card battery To replace the worn battery with a new one, remove the battery compartment from the remote card by pressing the lock latch to the right, then pull out the...
  • Page 10: Setup 2 Connecting Your Display To Your Computer

    Connecting your display to your computer Setup 2 Turn off the display and computer before connecting. Do not touch the pins of the video signal cable connector as this might bend the pins. Connecting to an IBM PC/AT Connecting a Macintosh - 10 - Remove the back panel by holding top with one hand as in the illustration then...
  • Page 11: Setup 3 Connecting The Audio Cord

    Connecting the audio cord Setup 3 Connect the supplied audio cord to the display’s PC audio input jack. The audio cord connector and the audio input jack are color coded. Match like colors to connect. Using the display’s speakers or headphones, you can listen to sound from your computer or other audio equipment connected to the display’s audio input jacks.
  • Page 12: Setup 4 Connecting Video Cables

    Connecting video cables Setup 4 You can connect composite video cables, S-Video cable, and also Y/Pb/Pr Component Video cables for your video needs. VIDEO S VIDEO VIDE EO IN Connecting with composite video cables Composite video sends combined signal of color shade (chrominance) and brightness (luminance) through a single cable.
  • Page 13: Setup 5 Connecting The Ac Adapter

    Connecting the AC adapter Setup 5 Connect the AC adapter (supplied) to the display. AC adapter (supplied) DC IN 16.5V - 13 -...
  • Page 14: Setup 6 Organizing The Cables And Replacing The Back Panel

    Organizing the cables and replacing the back panel Setup 6 - 14 - Bundle the cables and cords; then route through the base stand. Replace the cable cover by aligning the cylindrical pegs to the holes, then press. Hold the back panel with one hand and press the panel at the corners.
  • Page 15: Setup 7 Connecting The Power Cord

    Connecting the power cord Setup 7 To power outlet Power cord (supplied) AC adapter (supplied) DC IN 16.5V - 15 - First, connect the AC adapter to the display as shown in Setup 5 (see page 13). Connect the power cord to the AC adapter (supplied).
  • Page 16: Setup 8 Turning On The Display, Computer, Or Other Equipment

    Turning on the display, computer, or other equipment Setup 8 POWER The remote card POWER button will only turn your display on from remote off mode, indicated by red power LED indicator. When the display is in power OFF mode, indicated by unlit power LED, the POWER button on the right side of the display must be used to power...
  • Page 17: Setup 9 Adjusting The Tilt

    Adjusting the tilt Setup 9 The display will tilt 3 degrees forward and 15 degrees backward. 15° 3° To use the display comfortably Adjust the viewing angle of your display according to the height of your desk and chair, and so that light is not reflected from the screen to your eyes.
  • Page 18: Using The Remote Card

    Using the Remote Card Here is a closer look at the remote card. ql w; wa ws Picture Wide Mute Power Mode Mode Video Y/Pb/Pr Volume Menu DISPLAY RM-V72W The remote card POWER button will only turn your display on from remote off mode, indicated by red power LED indicator.
  • Page 19: Customizing Your Display

    Customizing Your Display You can make numerous adjustments to your display using the on-screen menu. You can select your menu and adjustments using the buttons on the side of the display or by using your remote card. Navigating through PC menus INPUT MENU MENU...
  • Page 20: Pc Picture Control Options

    PC PICTURE CONTROL options Will take you back to the previous menu. Backlight: Adjust to the desired level of light to make the screen easier to see. Contrast: Adjust to increase contrast and deepen the color, or decrease picture contrast and soften the color.
  • Page 21: Pc Audio Control Options

    PC AUDIO CONTROL options Will take you back to the previous menu. Treble: Adjust to decrease or increase higher-pitched sounds. Bass: Adjust to decrease or increase lower-pitched sounds. Balance: Adjust to emphasize left or right speaker balance. Effect (WOW): Select one of the following options.
  • Page 22: Pc Screen Control Options

    PC SCREEN CONTROL options Will take you back to the previous menu. Wide Mode: This option comes with choice of selecting the image appearance on your screen: Normal: Select to view the images as signals are received. The following illustrates how images are viewed on your wide screen display.
  • Page 23 PC SCREEN CONTROL options - Cont. Auto Adjust: Select OK for the auto adjustment of picture quality. When the display receives an input signal, it automatically detects and it adjusts the picture’s position and deformity (phase/ pitch) and ensures that a clear picture appears on the screen.
  • Page 24: Pc Setup Options

    PC SETUP options Will take you back to the previous menu. Language: Select to change the on-screen language to display in English, French, or Spanish. Factory setting is English. Menu Color: Select to change the menu color to meet with your viewing environment. White menu color Black menu color - 24 -...
  • Page 25: Navigating Through Video Menus

    Navigating through Video menus INPUT MENU MENU Select the video or component input If you have connected the video with an S-Video cable, your display will display S-Video rather than Composite Video. Press the video input of your choice and press the OK button.
  • Page 26: Picture Control Options (For Video, S-Video, Or Component)

    PICTURE CONTROL options (for Video, S-Video, or Component) Will take you back to the previous menu. Picture Mode: Select one of the following modes to suit your video needs. Vivid: Select for enhanced picture contrast and sharpness. Standard:Select for standard picture settings. Movie: Select to display a softer picture.
  • Page 27: Audio Control Options (For Video, S-Video, Or Component)

    AUDIO CONTROL options (for Video, S-Video, or Component) You can enjoy the quality sound for your video viewing as in the PC mode. Will take you back to the previous menu. Treble: Adjust to decrease or increase higher-pitched sounds. Bass: Adjust to decrease or increase lower-pitched sounds.
  • Page 28: Screen Control Options (For Video, S-Video, Or Component)

    SCREEN CONTROL options (for Video, S-Video, or Component) Will take you back to the previous menu. Auto Wide: Select one of the following options to automatically adjust picture format. Select to automatically switch the different viewing modes of Wide Zoom, Zoom, Letterbox, Full, and Normal (described on page 29) when an appropriate signal is received.
  • Page 29 Wide Mode: Select one of the following modes for optimal video viewing Wide Mode. Wide zoom: Select to view the 4:3 signals fit to the wide screen. Original Picture • Normal 4:3 aspect ratio picture • DTV 4:3 aspect ratio picture Wide Zoom Mode ”Wide Zoom”...
  • Page 30 Full: Same effect is obtained as in the PC Wide mode. Original Picture • 4:3 squeezed video camera or DVD picture • DTV 16:9 aspect ratio picture Full Mode ”Full” stretches the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the 16:9 screen. Normal: Select to view the images as signals are received.
  • Page 31: Setup Options (For Video, S-Video Or Component)

    SETUP options (for Video, S-Video or Component) Will take you back to the previous menu. Language: Select to change the on-screen language to display in English, French, or Spanish. Factory setting is English. Menu Color: Select to change the menu color to meet with your viewing environment.
  • Page 32: Technical Features

    Technical Features Power save function This display meets the Power Save guidelines set by VESA, E , and NUTEK. If the display NERGY is connected to a computer or video graphics board that is DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) compliant, the display will automatically reduce power consumption as shown.
  • Page 33: Controlling The Volume

    Controlling the volume POWER Picture Wide Mute Power MENU Mode Mode Video Y/Pb/Pr WIDE INPUT Volume Menu DISPLAY RM-V72W Using the display’s speakers or headphones, you can listen to sound from your computer or other audio equipment connected to the display’s audio input jacks.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting technical support, refer to this section. PC on-screen messages If there is something wrong with the PC input signal, one of the following messages appears on the screen. See pages 35 to 38 for possible remedies. Trouble symptoms and remedies If a problem occurs as a result of a connected computer or other equipment, refer to the connected computer/...
  • Page 35 Symptom Check these items No picture If the Power LED indicator is not Check that the power cord and AC adapter are properly connected. lit, or if the Power LED indicator Press the display power button once. will not light up when the Power button is pressed The Power LED indicator The display is in remote off mode.
  • Page 36 If you replaced an old display with this display, reconnect the old display and do the following. Select “SONY” from the “Manufacturers” list and select “SDM-V72W” from the “Models” list in the Windows device selection screen. If it does not appear in the list, try “Plug & Play” or install the information file for this display using the Windows Monitor Information Disk.
  • Page 37 Symptom Check these items Picture is ghosting 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 Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 23). properly Adjust the picture position (analog RGB signal only) (page 23).
  • Page 38 The display’s information box appears. Press the MENU button again to make the box disappear. Example MENU If any problem persists, call your authorized Sony dealer and give the following information: Model name Serial number Name and specifications of your computer and...
  • Page 39: Self-Diagnosis Function

    If the Power indicator is still flashing, there is a potential display failure. Count the number of seconds between amber flashes of the Power indicator and inform your authorized Sony dealer of the display’s condition. Be sure to note the model name and serial number of your display.
  • Page 40: Specifications

    Specifications LCD panel Panel type: a-Si TFT Active Matrix Display size: 17.1 inch (diagonally) Display Resolution Horizontal: Max. 1280 dot Vertical: Max. 768 lines Input signal RGB operating frequency* Horizontal: 28-70 kHz format Vertical: 45-85 Hz Pixel clock: 94.5MHz max. PC Input signal Analog RGB video signal: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 , positive...
  • Page 41: Appendix A

    Appendix A Preset PC mode timing table Resolution (dots x lines) 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 848 x 480 848 x 480 848 x 480 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768...
  • Page 42: Appendix B

    Appendix B Video mode timing table Video Mode Aspect NTSC 720 x 480i 4:3/16:9 720 x 480p 4:3/16:9 1280 x 720p 16:9 1920 x 1080i 16:9 Timing Scan Type 15.73Khz/30Hz Interlaced 15.73Khz/30Hz Interlaced 31.47Khz/60Hz Progressive 45.00Khz/60Hz Progressive 33.75Khz/30Hz Interlaced - 42 - Standard Interface SMPTE 170M...

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