TFT LCD Color Computer Display SDM-S53 SDM-S73 SDM-S93 © 2003 Sony Corporation
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. Serial No. Model 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.
Table of Contents Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Identifying parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Setup 1: Connect the video signal cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Setup 2: Connect the power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) 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.
1 1 (Power) switch and 1 (power) indicator (pages 8, 15, 20) This switch turns the monitor on when the 1 (power) indicator lights up in red. To turn the monitor off, press this switch again. If the 1 (power) indicator does not light up, press the MAIN POWER switch (6). Identifying parts and controls See the pages in parentheses for further details. Front of the LCD display 2 MENU button (pages 10, 11) This button turns the menu screen on and off.
SDM-S53/S73 Setup 8 9 q; The illustration of the back of the monitor show here is the SDM-S53. Before using your monitor, check that the following items are included in your carton: • LCD display • Power cord • HD15-HD15 video signal cable • CD-ROM (utility software for Windows/Macintosh, Operating Instructions, etc.) • Warranty card • Quick Setup Guide Setup 1:Connect the video signal cables SDM-S93 Turn off the monitor and computer before connecting.
x Connecting to an IBM PC/AT or compatible computerp Setup 2: Connect the power cord 1 Connect the supplied power cord securely to the to the HD 15 input connector (analog RGB) monitor’s AC IN connector. 2 Connect the other end securely to a power outlet.
SDM-S93 Setup 3: Secure the cords and close the back cover 1 3 back cover 1 Slide up the back cover. 2 Remove the stand cover. cable holder 3 Secure the power cord and video signal cable using the cable holder on the cabinet (SDM-S53/S73). Secure the video signal cable using the cable holder on the cabinet (SDM-S93). 2 4 stand cover 4 Feed the power cord and the video signal cable into the stand, and secure them using the cable holder (SDM-S53/S73).
3 Turn on the computer. Setup 5: Adjusting the tilt The installation of your monitor is complete. If necessary, use the monitor’s controls to adjust the picture (page 10). This display can be adjusted within the angles shown below. If no picture appears on your screen Grasp the sides of the LCD panel, then adjust screen angles. • Check that the power cord and the video signal cable are properly connected. approx. approx.
Customizing Your Monitor Before making adjustments Connect the monitor and the computer, and turn them on. For the best results, wait for at least 30 minutes before making adjustments. You can make numerous adjustments to your monitor using the on-screen menu. Navigating the menu 4 SCREEN (page 12) Select the SCREEN menu to adjust the picture’s sharpness (phase/pitch) or its centering (horizontal/vertical position). 5 COLOR (page 13) Select the COLOR menu to adjust the color temperature of the picture.
x Using the MENU, m/M, and OK buttons 1 Display the main menu. Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your screen. MENU Adjusting the backlight (BACKLIGHT) If the screen is too bright, adjust the backlight and make the screen easier to see. Note The backlight cannot be adjusted when the ECO mode is set to HIGH, MIDDLE, or LOW (page 15). 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Select the menu you want to adjust. Press the m/M buttons to display the desired menu. Press the OK button to select the menu item.
