SONY SDMS204 - Owner's Manual Immediate Download

4-101-891-01(1)

TFT LCD Color

Computer Display

Quick Setup Guide

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (US)

Troubleshooting / Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (US)

Guide de configuration rapide

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (FR)

Dépannage / Spécifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (FR)

Guía de instalación rápida

Instalación . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (ES)

Resolución de problemas / Especificaciones . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (ES)

SDM-S204

DO NOT RETURN TO PLACE OF PURCHASE

NE PAS RETOURNER AU MAGASIN

If you believe the product purchased in the U.S. is

defective, call Sony for assistance or Advance Exchange.

For assistance in the U.S. call: 1-866-357-SONY (7669)

For assistance in Canada call: 1-800-961-SONY (7669)

Si vous croyez que le produit acheté aux E.-U. est defectueux, communiquer

avec Sony pour obtenir de l'aide ou un remplacement.

Pour obtenir de l'aide aux E.-U., composer le : 1-866-357-SONY (7669)

Pour obtenir de l'aide au Canada, composer le :1-800-961-SONY (7669)

http://www.sony.com/displays/support

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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.

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.

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.

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%)

Transportation

· Disconnect all cables from the monitor, and after fixing the

LCD display at its highest point, 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.

To view the Operating Instructions

on the CD-ROM

Note

To view the Operating Instructions

Load the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

After a while, the introductory page of the CD-ROM will open

automatically. Then follow the instructions below, according to the area

you live in.

For customers in the USA

Click "North America" on the introductory page.

The model page appears.

Point to "S MODELS" and click the model name of the unit you have

purchased on the drop-down list.

The page for the model you have selected appears.

Click "USER MANUAL:ADOBE.PDF."

The language options appear.

Click the desired language.

The Operating Instruction file opens.

To exit the procedure

Click "EXIT/CD.ROM."

For customers in Asia

Click "Asia" on the introductory page.

Click the "S204" folder.

Double-click on "index.html."

Click the desired language.

The Operating Instruction file opens.

To open the Operating Instruction file directly

If the introductory page does not appear automatically, open the

Operating Instruction file directly.

Double-click the "My Computer" icon and right-click on the CD-ROM

drive, and select "Explore" (for Windows only), then click the folders and

the file in the following order.

"manuals"

t desired language folder t "*****.pdf"

(***** is the name of the model you have purchased.)

Setup

Unpacking

Make sure your carton contains everything listed below.

·LCD display

· Power cord

· HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog RGB)

· DVI-D video signal cable (digital RGB)

· CD-ROM (utility software for Windows/Macintosh, Operating

Instructions, etc.)

· Warranty card

· This Quick Setup Guide

The equipment should be installed near an easily accessible outlet.

Example of plug types

for 100 to 120 V AC

for 200 to 240 V AC

for 240 V AC only

To view the Operating Instructions on the CD-ROM,

Macromedia Shockwave Player and Adobe Acrobat Reader

(version 4.0 or later) must be installed on your computer. The

"installs" folder on the CD-ROM contains the installation

programs for them.

If you want to install those programs, double-click the "My

Computer" icon and right-click on the CD-ROM drive, then

select "Explore" and open the "installs" folder.(for Windows

only)

If you are using a Macintosh computer:

Double-click on the CD-ROM icon to open the window, then double-

click on the "MONITOR" icon

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Connecting your monitor

Connect your monitor to a computer or other equipment.

1 Slide up the back cover.

2 Tilt the display forward.

3 Connect your monitor to a computer.

Connecting a Macintosh computer

Connect the supplied video signal cable to a video output connector

on the computer. If necessary, use an adapter (not supplied). Connect

the adapter to the computer before connecting the video signal cable.

4 Connect the supplied power cord securely to the

monitor's AC IN connector.

5 Connect the other end securely to a power outlet.

Note

For bundling the cords and cables, refer to the Operating Instructions on

the supplied CD-ROM.

Turning on the monitor and

computer

Turn on your monitor first, then a computer.

1 Press the MAIN POWER switch on the right side of

the monitor in the direction of the [, if it is not

already pressed. Make sure the 1 (power) indicator

is lit in red.

Note

The default setting of the MAIN POWER switch is in the direction of

the [.

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

monitor.

The 1 (power) indicator lights up in green.

3 Turn on the computer.

· Turn off the monitor, computer, and any other

equipment before connecting them.

· Do not touch the pins of the video signal cable plug.

back cover

HD-15

DVI-D

HD-15

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

INPUT 3

to the DVI-D input

connector (digital RGB)

to the HD15 input

connector (analog RGB)

DVI-D video

signal cable

(digital RGB)

(supplied)

power cord (supplied)

to AC IN

to power outlet

HD15-HD15 video signal

cable (analog RGB)

(supplied)

No need for specific drivers

The monitor complies with the "DDC" Plug & Play standard and

automatically detects all the monitor's information. No specific driver

needs to be installed on the computer.

MAIN POWER

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Troubleshooting

Trouble symptoms and remedies (If no picture appears on the screen)

If no picture appears on the screen, check the following table for possible solutions. Then, if the problem persists, use the self-diagnosis

function (page 5 (US)). If you are experiencing difficulties not listed below, refer to the Operating Instructions on the supplied CD-ROM.

For problems caused by a computer or other equipment, refer to the user's manuals supplied with the respective items.

Symptom

Check these items

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,

· Check that the power cord is properly connected.

· Check that the monitor's MAIN POWER switch is on (page 3 (US)).

If the 1 (power) indicator turns on

in red,

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

If the 1 (power) indicator is green

or flashing orange,

· Use the self-diagnosis function (page 5 (US)).

If "CABLE DISCONNECTED"

appears on the screen,

· Check that the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated in

their sockets (page 3 (US)).

· Check that the video input connector's pins are not bent or pushed in.

· Check that the input select setting is correct (For details, refer to the Operating

Instructions on the supplied CD-ROM).

· A non-supplied video signal cable is connected. If you connect a non-supplied video

signal cable, "CABLE DISCONNECTED" may appear on the screen. This is not a

malfunction.

If "NO INPUT SIGNAL" appears on

the screen, or the 1 (power)

indicator is either orange or

alternating green and orange,

· Check that the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated in

their sockets (page 3 (US)).

· Check that the video input connector's pins are not bent or pushed in.

· Check that the input select setting is correct (For details, refer to the Operating

Instructions on the supplied CD-ROM).

x Problem caused by a computer or other equipment connected, 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 is installed properly.

· Check that the computer's power is on.

· Restart the computer.

If "OUT OF RANGE" appears on

the screen,

x Problem caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not

caused by the monitor

· Check that the video frequency range is within that specified for the monitor. If you

replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and adjust the

computer's graphics board within the following ranges:

Horizontal frequency: 2892 kHz (analog RGB), 2875 kHz (digital RGB)

Vertical frequency: 4885 Hz (analog RGB), 60 Hz (digital RGB)

Resolution: 1600

× 1200 or less

If you are using Windows and

replaced an old monitor with this

monitor,

· If you replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and do the

following. Select "SONY" from the "Manufacturers" list and select "SDM-S204" from

the "Models" list in the Windows device selection screen. If "SDM-S204" does not appear

in the "Models" list, try "Plug & Play."

If using a Macintosh system,

· When connecting a Macintosh computer, use an adapter (not supplied) if necessary.

Connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the video signal cable.

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Self-diagnosis function

This monitor is equipped with a self-diagnosis function. If there is

a problem with your monitor or computer(s), the screen will go

blank and the 1 (power) indicator will light up in green.

If the function tells you the monitor may have a potential failure,

consult your authorized Sony dealer.

If the picture disappears from the screen and the

1 (power) indicator is green

1 Turn off the 1 (power) switch and disconnect the

video signal cables from the monitor.

2 Turn the monitor on by pressing the 1 (power)

switch.

If all four color bars appear (white, red, green, blue), the monitor

is working properly. Reconnect the video input cables and check

the condition of your computer(s).

If the color bars do not appear, there is a potential monitor failure.

Displaying this monitor's

information

While the monitor is receiving a video signal, press and

hold the MENU button for more than 5 seconds until the

information box appears.

Press the MENU button again to make the box disappear.

If any problem persists, call your authorized Sony dealer and give

the following information:

· Model name: SDM-S204

· Serial number

· Detailed description of the problem

· Date of purchase

· Name and specifications of your computer and graphics board

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

Specifications

LCD panel

Panel type: a-Si TFT Active Matrix

Picture size:

20.1 inch (51 cm)

Input signal format

RGB operating frequency*

Horizontal

× Vertical:

-92 kHz × 48-85 Hz (analog RGB)

-75 kHz × 60 Hz (digital RGB)

Resolution

Horizontal

× Vertical: Max.

1600 dots

× 1200 lines

Input signal levels

Analog RGB video signal

0.7 Vp-p, 75

, positive

SYNC signal

TTL level, 2.2 k

, positive or negative

(Separate horizontal and vertical, or composite sync)

0.3 Vp-p, 75

, negative (Sync on green)

Digital RGB (DVI) signal: TMDS (Single link)

Power requirements

100 240 V, 50 60 Hz, Max. 1.2 A

Power consumption

Max. 58 W

Operating temperature

5 35°C

Dimensions (width/height/depth)

Display (upright):

Approx. 440.5

× 447.5 × 234 mm (with stand)

(17 3/8

× 17 5/8 × 9 1/4 inches)

Approx. 440.5

× 354.5 × 72.5 mm (without stand)

(17 3/8

× 14 × 2 7/8 inches)

Mass

Approx. 7.6 kg (16 lb 12 oz) (with stand)

Approx. 6.2 kg (13 lb 11 oz) (without stand)

Plug & Play

DDC2B

Included items

See "Setup."

* Recommended horizontal and vertical timing condition

· Horizontal sync width duty should be more than 4.8% of total

horizontal time or 0.8 µs, whichever is larger.

· Horizontal blanking width should be more than 2.5 µsec.

· Vertical blanking width should be more than 450 µsec.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Example

Model name

Serial number

INFORMATION

MODEL : SDM-S204

SER. NO : 1234567

MANUFACTURED : 2003-40

Week and

year of

manufacture