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GDM-F500R2 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. 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. EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) INFORMATION This product complies with Swedish National 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 (MPR II) en ce qui concerne les fréquences très basses (VLF) et extrêmement basses (ELF). INFORMACIÓN Este producto cumple las normas del Consejo Nacional Sueco para Metrología (MPR) emitidas en diciembre de 1990 (MPR II) para frecuencias muy bajas (VLF) y frecuencias extremadamente bajas (ELF). WARNING This device belongs to category B devices as described in EN 55022, unless it is specifically stated that it is a category A device on the specification label. The following applies to devices in category A of EN 55022 (radius of protection up to 30 meters). The user of the device is obliged to take all steps necessary to remove sources of interference to telecommunication or other devices. 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

TAR Partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the

TAR guidelines for energy efficiency. This monitor complies with the TCO’99 guidelines. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Sony Model No.: GDM-F500R Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ. 07656 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6970 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.3 Table of Contents

• Trinitron is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.• Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.• Windows and MS-DOS are registered trademarks 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.• VESA and DDC are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Association.

NERGY TAR is a U.S. registered mark.• 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.

Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Identifying parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Step 1: Connect your monitor to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Step 2: Connect the power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Step 3: Turn on the monitor and computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting Universal Serial Bus (USB) compliant peripherals . . . . 8 Selecting the on-screen menu language (LANG). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Selecting the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Automatically sizing and centering the picture (AUTO) . . . . . . . . . . 9 Customizing Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Navigating the menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Adjusting the brightness and contrast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Adjusting the size of the picture (SIZE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Adjusting the centering of the picture (CENTER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Enlarging or reducing the picture (ZOOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adjusting the shape of the picture (GEOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adjusting the convergence (CONV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adjusting the quality of the picture (SCREEN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Adjusting the color of the picture (COLOR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Additional settings (OPTION) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Resetting the adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Technical Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Preset and user modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Power saving function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 If thin lines appear on your screen (damper wires). . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 On-screen messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Trouble symptoms and remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Self-diagnosis function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i Preset mode timing table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i TCO’99 Eco-document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i4 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 UK If you use the monitor in the UK, be sure to use the supplied UK power cable.

• Before disconnecting the power cord, wait at least 30 seconds after turning off the power to allow the static electricity on the screen’s surface to discharge.

• After the power is turned on, the screen is demagnetized (degaussed) for about 3 seconds. This generates a strong magnetic field around the screen which may affect data stored on magnetic tapes and disks placed near the monitor. Be sure to keep magnetic recording equipment, tapes, and disks away from the monitor. Installation Do not install the monitor in the following places:

• on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies, etc.) that may block the ventilation holes

• near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight

• in a place subject to severe temperature changes

• in a place subject to mechanical vibration or shock

• on an unstable surface

• near equipment which generates magnetism, such as a transformer or high voltage power lines

• near or on an electrically charged metal surface Maintenance

• Clean the 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 screen’s coating.

• 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.

• 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 benzene. Transportation When you transport this monitor for repair or shipment, use the original carton and packing materials. Use of the tilt-swivel This monitor can be adjusted within the angles shown below. To turn the monitor vertically or horizontally, hold it at the bottom with both hands. 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 90°

Identifying parts and controls See the pages in parentheses for further details. 1 RESET (reset) button (page 16) This button resets the adjustments to the factory settings. 2 ASC (auto sizing and centering) button (page 9) This button automatically adjusts the size and centering of the picture. 3 INPUT button and HD15 / BNC indicators (page 9) This button selects the HD15 or BNC video input signal. Each time you press this button, the input signal and corresponding indicator alternate. 4 Joystick (page 11) The joystick is used to display the menu and make adjustments to the monitor, including brightness and contrast adjustments. 5 1 (power) switch and indicator (pages 7, 16, 20) This button turns the monitor on and off. The power indicator lights up in green when the monitor is turned on, and either flashes in green and orange, or lights up in orange when the monitor is in power saving mode. 6 AC IN connector (page 7) This connector provides AC power to the monitor. 7 USB (universal serial bus) upstream connector (page 8) Use this connector to link the monitor to a USB compliant computer. 8 USB (universal serial bus) downstream connectors (page 8) Use these connectors to link USB peripheral devices to the monitor. 9 Video input 1 connector (HD15) (page 6) This connector inputs RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p, positive) and sync signals.

• DDC (Display Data Channel) is a standard of VESA. q; Video input 2 connector (BNC) (page 6) This connector inputs RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p, positive) and sync signals. RESET ASC INPUT MENUHD15 BNCAC IN(HD15) (BNC)RGBHDVD

Rear rear side forward side forward side rear side Front Pin No. Signal 1Red 2 Green (Composite Sync on Green) 3Blue 4 ID (Ground) 5 DDC Ground* 6 Red Ground 7 Green Ground 8 Blue Ground 9 DDC + 5V* 10 Ground 11 ID (Ground) 12 Bi-Directional Data (SDA)* 13 H. Sync 14 V. Sync 15 Data Clock (SCL)*

Setup Before using your monitor, check that the following accessories are included in your carton:

• G3 adapter (for Macintosh blue and white system) (1)

• Notes on cleaning the screen’s surface (1)

• This instruction manual (1) Step 1:Connect your monitor to your computer Turn off the monitor and computer before connecting. Notes

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

• When connecting the video signal cable, check the alignment of the HD15 connector. Do not force the connector in the wrong way or the pins might bend.

Connecting to an IBM PC/AT or compatible computer

Connecting to a Macintosh computer

• Connect the supplied Macintosh adapter to the computer before connecting the cable. This adapter is compatible with the Power Macintosh G3 computer that has three rows of pins. If you are connecting to the other version of Power Macintosh G3 series computer with two rows of pins or other models, you will need a different adapter (sold separately).

Connecting to the five BNC connectors

• Connect the cables from left to right in the following order: Red-Green- Blue-HD-VD. Note Plug & Play (DDC) does not apply to the five BNC connectors. If you want to use Plug & Play, connect your computer to the HD15 connector using the supplied video signal cable. AC IN(HD15) (BNC)RGBHDVD

HD15 video signal cable (supplied) to video output IBM PC/AT or compatible computer to HD15 AC IN(HD15) (BNC)RGBHDVD

Use the supplied G3 adapter (for blue and white system). to HD15 G3 adapter (for blue and white system) (supplied)

Power Macintosh G3 to video output HD15 video signal cable (supplied) AC IN(HD15) (BNC)RGBHDVD

to VIDEO IN R/G/B to SYNC IN HD/VD Refer to the preceding examples to connect to your computer. video signal cable (SMF-400, not supplied)

Step 2:Connect the power cord With the monitor and computer switched off, first connect the power cord to the monitor, then connect it to a power outlet. Step 3:Turn on the monitor and computer First turn on the monitor, then turn on the computer. The installation of your monitor is complete. If necessary, use the monitor’s controls to adjust the picture. If no picture appears on your screen

• Check that the monitor is correctly connected to the computer.

• If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen, try changing the input signal (page 9), and confirm that your computer’s graphic board is completely seated in the correct bus slot.

• If you are replacing an old monitor with this model and OUT OF SCAN RANGE appears on the screen, reconnect the old monitor. Then adjust the computer’s graphic board so that the horizontal frequency is between 30 – 121 kHz, and the vertical frequency is between 48 – 160 Hz. For more information about the on-screen messages, see “Trouble symptoms and remedies” on page 18. Setup on various OS (Operating System) This monitor complies with the “DDC” Plug & Play standard and automatically detects all the monitor’s information with the Windows Plug & Play function. No specific driver needs to be installed to the computer. If you connect the monitor to your PC, and then boot your PC for the first time, the setup Wizard may be displayed on the screen. Click on “Next” several times according to the instructions from the Wizard until the Plug & Play Monitor is automatically selected so that you can use this monitor. If your PC/graphics board has difficulty communicating with this monitor, load the supplied Setup Disk. Refer to the “Read Me” file on the Disk about the procedure to install. You can also download the information by accessing the web site of the graphics board’s manufacturer. For customers using Windows NT4.0 Monitor setup in Windows NT4.0 does not use the display driver. Refer to the Windows NT4.0 instruction manual for further details on adjusting the resolution, refresh rate, and number of colors. AC IN(HD15) (BNC)RGBHDVD

to AC IN to a power outlet power cord (supplied)8 Connecting Universal Serial Bus (USB) compliant peripherals Your monitor has one upstream and four downstream USB connectors. They provide a fast and easy way to connect USB compliant peripheral devices (such as keyboards, mice, printers and scanners) to your computer using a standardized USB cable. To use your monitor as a hub for your peripheral devices, connect the USBs as illustrated below.

Turn on the monitor and computer.

Connect your computer to the square upstream connector using the supplied USB cable. For customers using Windows If a message appears on your screen, follow the on-screen instructions and select Generic USB Hub as the default setting.

Connect your USB compliant peripheral devices to the rectangular downstream USB connectors. Notes

• Not all computers and /or operating systems support USB configurations. Check your computer’s instruction manual to see if you can connect USB devices.

• In most cases, USB driver software needs to be installed on the host computer. Refer to the peripheral device’s instruction manual for further details.

• The monitor functions as a USB hub as long as the monitor is either “on” or in power saving mode.

• If you connect a keyboard or mouse to the USB connectors and then boot your computer for the first time, the peripheral devices may not function. First connect the keyboard and mouse directly to the computer and set up the USB compliant devices. Then connect them to this monitor.

• Do not lean on the monitor when plugging in the USB cables. The monitor may suddenly shift and cause injury. Selecting the on-screen menu language (LANG) English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Russian and Japanese versions of the on-screen menus are available. The default setting is English.

Press the joystick. See page 11 for more information on using the joystick.

Move the joystick to highlight LANG and press the joystick again.

Move the joystick up or down to select a language and press the joystick again.

• : Japanese To close the menu Press the joystick once to return to the main menu, and twice to return to normal viewing. If no buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after about 30 seconds. To reset to English Press the RESET button while the LANGUAGE menu is displayed on the screen. to USB compliant peripheral devices to a USB compliant computer to USB compliant peripheral devices MENU MENU EXIT CENTER SIZE GEOM SCREENCOLOR LANG CONV OPTION

Selecting the input signal You can connect two computers to this monitor using the HD15 and BNC connectors. To switch between the two computers, use the INPUT button. Press the INPUT button. Each time you press this button, the input signal and corresponding indicator alternate. When the button is pressed, BNC is selected, when the button is unpressed, HD15 is selected. The selected connector appears on the screen for a few seconds. “HD15” or “BNC” appears on the screen. Note If no signal is input to the selected connector, NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen. After a few seconds, the monitor enters the power saving mode. If this happens, switch to the other connector. Automatically sizing and centering the picture (AUTO) You can easily adjust the picture to fill the screen by pressing the ASC (auto sizing and centering) button, or by using the on-screen menu.

Using the on-screen menu

Press the joystick to display the main MENU on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight CENTER or SIZE and press the joystick again.

Move the joystick up or down to select (AUTO).

Move the joystick to the right ,. The picture automatically fills the screen. Notes• This function is intended for use with a computer running Windows or similar graphic user interface software that provides a full-screen picture. It may not work properly if the background color is dark or if the input picture does not fill the screen to the edges (such as an MS-DOS prompt).

• Pictures with an aspect ratio of 5:4 (resolution: 1280 × 1024, 1800 × 1440) are displayed at their actual resolution and do not fill the screen to the edges.• The displayed image moves for a few seconds while this function is performed. This is not a malfunction. HD15 BNC INPUT ASC MENU MENU EXIT CENTER SIZE GEOM SCREENCOLOR LANG CONV OPTION

b10 Customizing Your Monitor You can make numerous adjustments to your monitor using the on-screen menu. Navigating the menu Press the joystick to display the main MENU on your screen. See page 11 for more information on using the joystick. Use the joystick to select one of the following menus.

Displaying the current input signal The horizontal and vertical frequencies of the current input signal are displayed in the main MENU. If the signal matches one of this monitor’s factory preset modes, the resolution is also displayed. 1 CENTER (page 12) Select the CENTER menu to adjust the picture’s centering, size or zoom. 2 SIZE (page 11) Select the SIZE menu to adjust the picture’s size, centering or zoom. 3 GEOM (page 12) Select the GEOM menu to adjust the picture’s rotation and shape. 4 COLOR (page 13) Select the COLOR menu to adjust the picture’s color temperature. You can use this to match the monitor’s colors to a printed picture’s colors. 5 SCREEN (page 13) Select the SCREEN menu to adjust the picture’s quality. You can adjust the landing and moire cancellation effect. MENU MENU EXIT CENTER SIZE GEOM SCREENCOLOR LANG CONV OPTION

SCREEN 6 CONV (page 12) Select the CONV menu to adjust the picture’s horizontal and vertical convergence. 7 LANG (page 8) Select the LANG menu to choose the on-screen menu’s language. 8 OPTION (page 15) Select the OPTION menu to adjust the monitor’s options. The options include:

• degaussing the screen

• changing the on-screen menu position

the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the current input signal the resolution of the current input signal11

Display the main MENU and select the menu you want to adjust.Press the joystick once to display the main MENU. Then move the joystick up, down, left, or right to highlight the desired menu. Press the joystick to select the menu item. Adjust the menu.Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to make the adjustment. Close the menu.Press the joystick once to return to the main menu, and twice to return to normal viewing. If no buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after about 30 seconds.

Resetting the adjustments Press the RESET button. See page 16 for more information on resetting the adjustments. Adjusting the brightness and contrast Brightness and contrast adjustments are made using a separate BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST menu.These settings are stored in memory for the signals from the currently selected input connector. Move the joystick in any direction.The BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST menu appears on the screen. Move the joystick up or down to adjust the brightness ( ), and left or right to adjust the contrast (6). If you are using the sRGB mode If you selected the sRGB mode in the COLOR menu, the following BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST menu appears on the screen.For more information about using the sRGB mode, see “Adjusting the color of the picture (COLOR)” on page 13.The menu automatically disappears after about 3 seconds. Adjusting the size of the picture (SIZE) This setting is stored in memory for the current input signal. Press the joystick.The main MENU appears on the screen. Move the joystick to highlight SIZE and press the joystick again.The SIZE/CENTER menu appears on the screen. First move the joystick up or down to select for horizontal adjustment, or for vertical adjustment. Then move the joystick left or right to adjust the size. RESET 26 26BRIGHTNESS /CONTRAST 56 76sRGB : 56 76BRIGHTNESS /CONTRAST12 Adjusting the centering of the picture (CENTER) This setting is stored in memory for the current input signal.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight CENTER and press the joystick again. The SIZE/CENTER menu appears on the screen.

First move the joystick up or down to select for horizontal adjustment, or for vertical adjustment. Then move the joystick left or right to adjust the centering. Enlarging or reducing the picture (ZOOM) This setting is stored in memory for the current input signal.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight SIZE or CENTER and press the joystick again. The SIZE/CENTER menu appears on the screen.

Move the joystick up or down to select (zoom), and move the joystick left or right to enlarge or reduce the picture. Note Adjustment stops when either the horizontal or vertical size reaches its maximum or minimum value. Adjusting the shape of the picture (GEOM) The GEOM settings allow you to adjust the rotation and shape of the picture. The (rotation) setting is stored in memory for all input signals. All other settings are stored in memory for the current input signal.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight GEOM and press the joystick again. The GEOMETRY menu appears on the screen.

First move the joystick up or down to select the desired adjustment item. Then move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment. Adjusting the convergence (CONV) The CONV settings allow you to adjust the quality of the picture by controlling the convergence. The convergence refers to the alignment of the red, green, and blue color signals. If you see red or blue shadows around letters or lines, adjust the convergence. These settings are stored in memory for all input signals.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight CONV and press the joystick again. The CONVERGENCE menu appears on the screen.

First move the joystick up or down to select the desired adjustment item. Then move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment. Select To rotate the picture expand or contract the picture sides shift the picture sides to the left or right adjust the picture width at the top of the screen shift the picture to the left or right at the top of the screen Select To horizontally shift red or blue shadows vertically shift red or blue shadows TOP

Adjusting the quality of the picture (SCREEN) The SCREEN settings allow you to adjust the quality of the picture by controlling the moire and landing.

• If the color is irregular at the corners of the screen, adjust the landing.

• If elliptical or wavy patterns appear on the screen, cancel the moire. The CANCEL MOIRE and MOIRE ADJUST settings are stored in memory for the current input signal. All other settings are stored in memory for all input signals.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight SCREEN and press the joystick again. The SCREEN menu appears on the screen.

First move the joystick up or down to select the desired adjustment item. Then move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment.

• Moire is a type of natural interference which produces soft, wavy lines on your screen. It may appear due to interference between the pattern of the picture on the screen and the phosphor pitch pattern of the monitor. Note The picture may become fuzzy when CANCEL MOIRE is set to ON. Adjusting the color of the picture (COLOR) The COLOR settings allow you to adjust the picture’s color temperature by changing the color level of the white color field. Colors appear reddish if the temperature is low, and bluish if the temperature is high. This adjustment is useful for matching the monitor’s color to a printed picture’s colors.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight COLOR and press the joystick again. The COLOR menu appears on the screen.

Move the joystick left or right to select the adjustment mode. There are three types of adjustment modes, EASY, EXPERT and sRGB.

First move the joystick up or down to select the desired adjustment item. Then move the joystick left or right to make the adjustment. Adjust the selected mode according to the following instructions. EASY mode

Move the joystick up or down to select the color temperature row 1. Then move the joystick left or right to select a color temperature. The preset color temperatures are 5000K, 6500K, and 9300K. Since the default setting is 9300K, the whites will change from a bluish hue to a reddish hue as the temperature is lowered to 6500K and 5000K.

If necessary, fine tune the color temperature. Move the joystick up or down to select the color temperature row 2. Then move the joystick left or right to fine tune the color temperature. If you fine tune the color temperature, the new color settings are stored in memory for each of the three color temperatures and item 1 of the on-screen menu changes as follows.

• [9300K]t[3] Select To LANDING reduce any color irregularities in the screen’s top left corner to a minimum. LANDING reduce any color irregularities in the screen’s top right corner to a minimum. LANDING reduce any color irregularities in the screen’s bottom left corner to a minimum. LANDING reduce any color irregularities in the screen’s bottom right corner to a minimum. CANCEL MOIRE

turn the moire cancellation function ON or OFF. (MOIRE ADJUST) appears in the menu when you select ON. MOIRE ADJUST adjust the degree of moire cancellation until the moire is at a minimum. Example of moire EASY EXPERT s BGR5000K 6500K 930 K050 K00IMAGERESTORATION ONCOLOR (continued)14 EXPERT mode You can make additional adjustments to the color in greater detail by selecting the EXPERT mode.

Move the joystick up or down to select the color temperature row

Move the joystick up or down to select the adjustment item

. Then move joystick left or right to adjust the BIAS (black level). This adjusts the dark areas of an image.

Move the joystick up or down to select the adjustment item

. Then move the joystick left or right to adjust the GAIN (white level). This adjusts the light areas of an image. You can adjust the R (red), G (green), B (blue) component of the input signal when making changes to items 2 and 3. If you fine tune the color temperature, the new color settings are stored in memory for each of the three color temperatures and item 1 of the on-screen menu change as follows.

• [9300K]t[3] Setting the color temperature for each of the video input connectors You can set the fine tuning of the color temperature in EASY or EXPERT mode for each of the video input connectors (HD15 and BNC).

Select the same adjustment mode and color temperature in the COLOR menu for both HD15 and BNC.

Fine tune the color temperature in each menu for HD15 and BNC. The settings are stored in memory for each of the HD15 and BNC connectors. For information on how to select the connector, see page 9. sRGB mode The sRGB color setting is an industry standard color space protocol designed to correlate the displayed and printed colors of sRGB compliant computer products. To adjust the colors to the sRGB profile, simply select the sRGB mode in the COLOR menu. However, in order to display the sRGB colors correctly (γ=2.2, 6500K), you must set your computer to the sRGB profile and adjust the brightness ( ) and contrast (6) to the numbers shown in the menu. For information on how to change the brightness ( ) and contrast (6), see page 11. Note Your computer and other connected products (such as a printer), must be sRGB compliant. EASY EXPERT s BGR 5000K 6500K 930 K0 R BIAS 05 G BIAS 05 B BIAS 05 RGAIN 05 GGAIN 05 BGAIN 05 COLOR EASY EXPERT s BGR :56 :76 FOR s BGR IMAGE RESTORATION ON COLOR15

Restoring the color from the EASY or sRGB menus The colors of most display monitors tend to gradually lose brilliance over several years of service. The IMAGE RESTORATION feature found in the EASY and sRGB menus allows you to restore the color to the original factory quality levels. The explanation below explains how to restore the monitor’s color from the EASY menu.

First move the joystick up or down to select (IMAGE RESTORATION). Then move the joystick to the right. The picture disappears while the color is being restored (about 2 seconds). After the color is restored, the picture reappears on the screen again. Notes

• Before using this feature, the monitor must be in normal operation mode (green power indicator on) for at least 30 minutes. If the monitor goes into power saving mode, you must return the monitor to normal operation mode and wait for 30 minutes for the monitor to be ready. You may need to adjust your computer’s power saving settings to keep the monitor in normal operation mode for the full 30 minutes. If the monitor is not ready, the following message will appear.

• The monitor may gradually lose its ability to perform this function due to the natural aging of the picture tube. Additional settings (OPTION) You can manually degauss (demagnetize) the monitor, change the menu position, and lock the controls.

Press the joystick. The main MENU appears on the screen.

Move the joystick to highlight OPTION and press the joystick again. The OPTION menu appears on the screen.

Move the joystick up or down to select the desired adjustment item. Adjust the selected item according to the following instructions. Degaussing the screen The monitor is automatically demagnetized (degaussed) when the power is turned on. To manually degauss the monitor, first move the joystick up or down to select (DEGAUSS). Then move the joystick to the right. The screen is degaussed for about 2 seconds. If a second degauss cycle is needed, allow a minimum interval of 20 minutes for the best result. Changing the menu’s position Change the menu’s position if it is blocking an image on the screen. To change the menu’s on-screen position, first move the joystick up or down to select (OSD H POSITION) for horizontal adjustment, or (OSD V POSITION) for vertical adjustment. Then move the joystick left or right to shift the on-screen menu. Locking the controls To protect adjustment data by locking the controls, first move the joystick up or down to select (CONTROL LOCK). Then move the joystick to the right, to select ON. Only the 1 (power) switch, EXIT, and (CONTROL LOCK) of the OPTION menu will operate. If any other items are selected, the mark appears on the screen. To cancel the control lock Repeat the procedure above and set (CONTROL LOCK) to OFF. EASY EXPERT s BGR5000K 6500K 930 K050 K00IMAGE RESTORAT ION

COLOR16 Resetting the adjustments This monitor has the following three reset methods. Use the RESET button to reset the adjustments. Resetting a single adjustment item Use the joystick to select the adjustment item you want to reset, and press the RESET button. Resetting all of the adjustment data for the current input signal Press the RESET button when no menu is displayed on the screen. Note that the following items are not reset by this method:

• control lock (page 15) Resetting all of the adjustment data for all input signals Press and hold the RESET button for more than two seconds. Note The RESET button does not function when (CONTROL LOCK) is set to ON. Technical Features Preset and user modes When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically matches the signal to one of the factory preset modes stored in the monitor’s memory to provide a high quality picture at the center of the screen. (See Appendix for a list of the factory preset modes.) For input signals that do not match one of the factory preset modes, the digital Multiscan technology of this monitor ensures that a clear picture appears on the screen for any timing in the monitor’s frequency range (horizontal: 30 – 121 kHz, vertical: 48 – 160 Hz). If the picture is adjusted, the adjustment data is stored as a user mode and automatically recalled whenever the same input signal is received. Note for Windows users For Windows users, check your video board manual or the utility program which comes with your graphic board and select the highest available refresh rate to maximize monitor performance. Power saving function This monitor meets the power-saving guidelines set by VESA,

TAR, and NUTEK. If the monitor is connected to a computer or video graphics board that is DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) compliant, the monitor will automatically reduce power consumption in three stages as shown below

• Figures reflect power consumption when no USB compatible peripherals are connected to the monitor.** “Sleep” and “deep sleep” are power saving modes defined by the Environmental Protection Agency.*** When your computer enters in a power saving mode, the input signal is cut and NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen. After a few seconds, the monitor enters power saving mode. RESET Power mode Power consumption

(power) indicator normal operation ≤ 145 W green 1 standby ≤ 15 W green and orange alternate 2 suspend (sleep)** ≤ 15 W green and orange alternate 3 active off*** (deep sleep)** ≤ 1 W orange power off 0 W off17

Troubleshooting Before contacting technical support, refer to this section. If thin lines appear on your screen (damper wires) The lines you are experiencing on your screen are normal for the Trinitron monitor and are not a malfunction. These are shadows from the damper wires used to stabilize the aperture grille and are most noticeable when the screen’s background is light (usually white). The aperture grille is the essential element that makes a Trinitron picture tube unique by allowing more light to reach the screen, resulting in a brighter, more detailed picture. On-screen messages If there is something wrong with the input signal, one of the following messages appears on the screen. If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen If OUT OF SCAN RANGE appears on the screen For more information, see “Trouble symptoms and remedies” on page 18. Displaying this monitor’s name, serial number, and date of manufacture. While the monitor is receiving a video signal, press and hold the joystick for more than three seconds to display this monitor’s information box.If the problem persists, call your authorized Sony dealer and give the following information.• Model name: GDM-F500R• Serial number• Name and specifications of your computer and graphics board.1 The selected connectorThis message shows the currently selected connector (HD15 or BNC).2 The input signal conditionNO INPUT SINGALThis indicates that no signal is input, or that no signal is input from the selected connector.Damper wires MON I TOR I S WORK I NG HD1 5 :NO I NPUT S I GNALWH I T E RED GREEN BLUE INFORMATION1 The selected connector and the frequencies of the current input signalThis message shows the currently selected connector (HD15 or BNC). If the monitor recognizes the frequencies of the current input signal, the horizontal and vertical frequencies are also displayed.2 The input signal conditionOUT OF SCAN RANGEThis indicates that the input signal is not supported by the monitor’s specifications.3 The remediesCHANGE SIGNAL TIMING appears on the screen. If you are replacing an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor. Then adjust the computer’s graphic board so that the horizontal frequency is between 30 - 121 kHz, and the vertical frequency is between 48 - 160 Hz.MON I TOR I S WORK I NG BNC :130.0kHz/ H57

CHANGE S I GNA L T I M I NG WH I T E RED GREEN BLUE INFORMATION SER NO 1234567MODEL GDM F500RMANUFACTURED : 1999-52INFORMATIONExample b18 Trouble symptoms and remedies If the problem is caused by the connected computer or other equipment, please refer to the connected equipment’s instruction manual. Use the self-diagnosis function (page 20) if the following recommendations do not resolve the problem. Symptom Check these items No picture If the 1 (power) indicator is not lit • Check that the power cord is properly connected.

• Check that the 1 (power) switch is in the “on” position. If the NO INPUT SIGNAL message appears on the screen, or if the 1 (power) indicator is either orange or alternating between green and orange

• Check that the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated in their sockets. If you are using the five BNC connectors, connect them in the correct order (from left to right: Red-Green-Blue-HD-VD) (page 6).

• Check that the INPUT switch setting is correct (page 9).

• Check that the HD15 video input connector’s pins are not bent or pushed in.

Problems caused by the connected computer or other equipment

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

• Check that the computer’s power is “on.”

• Check that the graphic board is completely seated in the proper bus slot. If the OUT OF SCAN RANGE message appears on the screen

Problems caused by the connected computer or other equipment

• 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 frequency range to the following. Horizontal: 30 – 121 kHz Vertical: 48

• Use the Self-diagnosis function (page 20). If using Windows 95/98 • If you replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and do the following. Install the supplied Setup Disk (page 7) and select this monitor (“GDM-F500R”) from among the Sony monitors in the Windows 95/98 monitor selection screen. If you choose to select “Plug and Play,” connect the monitor to the computer with the HD15 video signal cable. You cannot use the five BNC connectors. If using a Macintosh system • When connecting to a Power Macintosh G3 series computer that has three rows of pins, check that the supplied G3 adapter and the video signal cable are properly connected (page 6).

• For Power Macintosh G3 or other models which have two rows of pins, you will need a different adapter which is sold separately. Picture flickers, bounces, oscillates, or is scrambled

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

• Move the monitor away from power lines or place a magnetic shield near the monitor.

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

• Try turning the monitor 90° to the left or right.

Problems caused by the connected computer or other equipment

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

• Confirm that the graphics mode (VESA, Macintosh 21" Color, etc.) and the frequency of the input signal are supported by this monitor (Appendix). Even if the frequency is within the proper range, some video boards may have a sync pulse that is too narrow for the monitor to sync correctly.

• Adjust the computer’s refresh rate (vertical frequency) to obtain the best possible picture. Picture is fuzzy

• Adjust the brightness and contrast (page 11).

• Degauss the monitor* (page 15).

• If CANCEL MOIRE is ON, the picture may become fuzzy. Decrease the moire cancellation effect or set CANCEL MOIRE to OFF (page 13).19

• If a second degauss cycle is needed, allow a minimum interval of 20 minutes for the best result. A humming noise may be heard, but this is not a malfunction. 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 properly

• Perform the AUTO function (page 9).

• Adjust the size (page 11) or centering (page 12). Note that some video modes do not fill the screen to the edges. Edges of the image are curved • Adjust the geometry (page 12). Wavy or elliptical pattern (moire) is visible

• Set CANCEL MOIRE to ON and adjust the degree of moire cancellation until the moire is at a minimum (page 13). xProblems caused by the connected computer or other equipment

• Change your desktop pattern. Color is not uniform • Degauss the monitor* (page 15). If you place equipment that generates a magnetic field, such as a speaker, near the monitor, or if you change the direction the monitor faces, color may lose uniformity.

• Adjust the landing (page 13). White does not look white • Adjust the color temperature (page 13).

• Check that the five BNC connectors are connected in the correct order (from left to right: Red-Green-Blue-HD-VD) (page 6). Letters and lines show red or blue shadows at the edges

• Adjust the convergence (page 12). Monitor buttons do not operate ( appears on the screen)

• If the control lock is set to ON, set it to OFF (page 15). IMAGE RESTORATION function does not operate

• Before using this function, the monitor must be in normal operation mode (green power indicator on) for at least 30 minutes. For more information on using the IMAGE RESTORATION function, see page 15.

• Adjust the computer’s power saving settings to keep the monitor in normal operation mode for more than 30 minutes.

• The monitor may gradually lose its ability to perform this function due to the natural aging of the picture tube. USB peripherals do not function • Check that the appropriate USB connectors are securely connected (page 8).

• Check that the 1 (power) switch is in the “on” position. xProblems caused by the connected computer or other equipment

• Check that the power of any self-powered USB compliant peripheral devices is “on.”

• Install the latest version of the device driver on your computer. Contact your device’s manufacturer for information about the appropriate device driver.

• If your USB compliant keyboard or mouse does not function, connect them directly to your computer, reboot your computer, and make any necessary adjustments to the USB settings. Then reconnect the keyboard or mouse to the monitor.

• For customers using Windows 95

1. Right-click on My Computer and select Properties.

2. Click on the Device Manager tab. Scroll down and select Universal Serial Bus

Controller. ,If Universal Serial Bus Controller does not appear, you need to load a USB supplement disk. Contact your computer’s manufacturer for more information about obtaining a USB supplement disk.

3. Select Generic USB Device from the USB controller list and click on Properties.

4. If there is a check in the box next to “Disable in this hardware profile,” remove the

5. Click on Refresh.

A hum is heard right after the power is turned on

• This is the sound of the auto-degauss cycle. When the power is turned on, the monitor is automatically degaussed for three seconds. Symptom Check these items EASY EXPERT s BGR 5000K 6500K 930 K0 50 K00 IMAGE RESTORATION

COLOR20 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 either light up green or flash orange. If the 1 (power) indicator is lit in orange, the computer is in power saving mode. Try pressing any key on the keyboard. If the

(power) indicator is green

Remove any plugs from the video input 1 and 2 connectors, or turn off the connected computer(s).

(power) button twice to turn the monitor off and then on.

Move the joystick to the right

for 2 seconds before the monitor enters power saving mode. 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. Inform your authorized Sony dealer of the monitor’s condition. If the

(power) indicator is flashing orange Press the

(power) button twice to turn the monitor off and then on. If the 1 (power) indicator lights up green, the monitor is working properly. If the 1 (power) indicator is still flashing, there is a potential monitor failure. Count the number of seconds between orange flashes of the 1 (power) indicator and inform your authorized Sony dealer of the monitor’s condition. Be sure to note the model name and serial number of your monitor. Also note the make and model of your computer and video board. Specifications CRT 0.22 mm aperture grille pitch 21 inches measured diagonally 90-degree deflection FD Trinitron Viewable image size Approx. 403.8 × 302.2 mm (w/h) (16 × 12 inches) 19.8" viewing image Resolution Maximum Horizontal: 2048 dots Vertical: 1536 lines Recommended Horizontal: 1600 dots Vertical: 1200 lines Standard image area Approx. 388 × 291 mm (w/h) (15

Approx. 364 × 291 mm (w/h) (14

inches) Deflection frequency* Horizontal: 30 to 121 kHz Vertical: 48 to 160 Hz AC input voltage/current 100 to 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz, 2.0 – 1.0 A Power consumption Approx. 145 W (with no USB devices connected) Operating temperature 10°C to 40°C Dimensions Approx. 502

inches) Mass Approx. 33 kg (72 lb 12 oz) Plug and Play DDC1/DDC2B/DDC2Bi, GTF** Supplied accessories See page 6

• 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 2.3 µsec.

• Vertical blanking width should be more than 450 µsec. ** If the input signal is Generalized Timing Formula (GTF) compliant, the GTF feature of the monitor will automatically provide an optimal image for the screen. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

(aan/uit) indicatori Appendix Preset mode timing table If the input signal does not match one of the factory preset modes above, the Generalized Timing Formula feature of this monitor will automatically provide an optimal image for the screen as long as the signal is GTF compliant. TCO’99 Eco-document

Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO’99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products.

Why do we have environmentally labelled computers? In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature. There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are important from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments. Since all methods of electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.

What does labelling involve? This product meets the requirements for the TCO’99 scheme which provides for international and environmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens Energimyndighet (The Swedish National Energy Administration). Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electric and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety. No. Resolution (dots × lines) Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Graphics Mode 1640 × 480 31.5 kHz 60 Hz VGA-G 2640 × 480 37.5 kHz 75 Hz EVGA 3640 × 480 43.3 kHz 85 Hz VESA 4720 × 400 31.5 kHz 70 Hz VGA-Text 5720 × 400 37.9 kHz 85 Hz VESA 6800 × 600 37.9 kHz 60 Hz SVGA 7800 × 600 46.9 kHz 75 Hz VESA 8800 × 600 53.7 kHz 85 Hz VESA 9832 × 624 49.7 kHz 75 Hz Macintosh 16" Color 10 1024 × 768 48.4 kHz 60 Hz VESA 11 1024 × 768 56.5 kHz 70 Hz VESA 12 1024 × 768 60.0 kHz 75 Hz EUVGA 13 1024 × 768 60.2 kHz 75 Hz Macintosh 19" Color 14 1024 × 768 68.7 kHz 85 Hz VESA 15 1152 × 864 67.5 kHz 75 Hz VESA 16 1152 × 864 77.5 kHz 85 Hz VESA 17 1152 × 870 68.7 kHz 75 Hz Macintosh 21" Color 18 1280 × 960 60.0 kHz 60 Hz VESA 19 1280 × 960 85.9 kHz 85 Hz VESA 20 1280 × 1024 64.0 kHz 60 Hz VESA 21 1280 × 1024 80.0 kHz 75 Hz VESA 22 1280 × 1024 91.1 kHz 85 Hz VESA 23 1600 × 1200 75.0 kHz 60 Hz VESA 24 1600 × 1200 81.3 kHz 65 Hz VESA 25 1600 × 1200 87.5 kHz 70 Hz VESA 26 1600 × 1200 93.8 kHz 75 Hz VESA 27 1600 × 1200 106.3 kHz 85 Hz VESA 28 1800 × 1350 ≤ 121.0 kHz 85 Hz VESA 29 1800 × 1440 ≤ 121.0 kHz 80 Hz VESA 30 1920 × 1440 112.5 kHz 75 Hz VESA (continued)The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and chlorinated solvents, among other things. The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its operational policy. The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/ or display, after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user. Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in respect of the reduction of electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergonomics and good usability. Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from: TCO Development SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 Email (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO’99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/

Environmental requirements Flame retardants Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose is to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30% of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride, and those flame retardants are chemically related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs. Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects, including reproductive damage in fish-eating birds and mammals, due to the bio-accumulative

processes. Flame retardants have been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in foetus development may occur. The relevant TCO’99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Flame retardants are allowed in the printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available. Cadmium** Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour- generating layers of certain computer displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO’99 requirement states that batteries, the colour- generating layers of display screens and the electrical or electronics components must not contain any cadmium. Mercury** Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. It damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO’99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury. It also demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics components associated with the labelled unit. CFCs (freons) The relevant TCO’99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture and assembly of the product. CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards. CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased reception on earth of ultraviolet light with e.g. increased risks of skin cancer (malignant melanoma) as a consequence. Lead** Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning. The relevant TCO’99 requirement permits the inclusion of lead since no replacement has yet been developed.

• Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms. ** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio- accumulative. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan