Sony SDM-X75KB: Table of Contents

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• Macintosh is a trademark licensed to 

Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the 

U.S.A. and other countries.

• Windows

®

 is 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 Standards 

Association.

•

E

NERGY 

S

TAR is a U.S. registered 

mark.

• Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of 

Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• 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.

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Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Checking the model name of the display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Identifying parts and controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Setup 1: 

Assemble the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Setup 2: 

Connect the video signal cables  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setup 3: 

Connect the USB mouse or the USB keyboard or other 

devices (USB port-equipped models only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setup 4: 

Connect the audio cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setup 5: 

Connect the power cord  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setup 6: 

Secure the cords and close the connector cover  . . . . . . 10

Setup 7: 

Turn on the display and computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setup 8: 

Adjust the tilt and height  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Selecting the input signal (INPUT1/INPUT2)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Customizing Your Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Navigating the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Menu options list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

 PICTURE ADJUST menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

 SCREEN menu (analog RGB signal only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

 MENU POSITION menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

 INPUT SENSING menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

 LANGUAGE menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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 RESET menu (reset to the default setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

 MENU LOCK menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Technical Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Controlling the volume  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Power saving function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Reducing the power consumption (ECO mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Automatic brightness adjustment function (light sensor)  . . . . . . . . 17

Automatic picture quality adjustment function (analog RGB signal 

only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

KVM function (Keyboard-Video-Mouse function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

On-screen messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Trouble symptoms and remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

TCO’99 Eco-document (for the black model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i

TCO’03 Eco-document (for the silver model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

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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 display will not 

conform to mandatory FCC standards.

For the customers in the UK

If you use the display in the UK, be sure to use the appropriate 

UK power cord.

Installation

Do not install or leave the display:

• In places subject to extreme temperatures, for example near a 

radiator, heating vent, or in direct sunlight. Subjecting the 

display 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.

Be careful not to touch the air vents on the upper rear of the 

display, since they become heated.

Handling the LCD screen

• Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can damage 

the LCD screen. Take care when you place the display by a 

window.

• Do not push on or scratch the LCD screen. Do not place a heavy 

object on the LCD screen. This may cause the screen to lose 

uniformity or cause LCD panel malfunctions.

• If the display is used in a cold place, a residual image may 

appear on the screen. This is not a malfunction. The screen 

returns to normal as the temperature rises to a normal operating 

level.

• If a still picture is displayed for a long time, a residual image 

may appear for a while. The residual image will eventually 

disappear.

• The LCD panel becomes warm during operation. This is not a 

malfunction.

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%)

Maintenance

• Be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet before 

cleaning your display.

• Clean the LCD screen with a soft cloth. If you use a glass 

cleaning liquid, do not use any type of cleaner containing an 

anti-static solution or similar additive as this may scratch the 

LCD screen’s coating.

• Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth lightly 

moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type 

of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or 

benzine.

• Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with sharp or 

abrasive items such as a ballpoint pen or screwdriver. This type 

of contact may result in a scratched picture tube.

• Note that material deterioration or LCD screen coating 

degradation may occur if the display is exposed to volatile 

solvents such as insecticide, or if prolonged contact is 

maintained with rubber or vinyl materials.

Transportation

• Disconnect all the cables from the display. If you use a height 

adjustable stand adjust its height to the highest position and 

hold both sides of the LCD display securely. Be careful not to 

scratch the screen when transporting. If you drop the display, 

you may injured or the display may be damaged.

• When you transport this display for repair or shipment, use the 

original carton and packing materials.

• Replace the stopper pin for the height adjustable stand to fix the 

stand during the transportation.

Disposal of the display

• Do not dispose of this display with general 

household waste.

• The fluorescent tube used in this display contains 

mercury. Disposal of this display must be carried out 

in accordance to the regulations of your local 

sanitation authority.

For customers in the United States

This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may be 

regulated if sold in the United States. For disposal or recycling 

information, please contact your local authorities or the 

Electronics Industries Alliance (http://www.eiae.org).

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

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Checking the model name of the 

display

Check the model name of the display first.

The model name is located at the rear of the display (Example: 

SDM-X75F).

You cannot use some of the functions or menu options for 

certain display models.

Identifying parts and controls

See the pages in parentheses for further details.

The illustration only shows one of all the models that are available 

for this display.

1

1 

(Power) switch and 

1

 (power) indicator 

(pages 10, 16)

This switch turns the display on when 

1

 (power) indicator is 

red. To turn the display off, press this switch again.

If the 

1

 (power) indicator fails to light, press the MAIN 

POWER switch (

9

).

2

MENU button (page 12)

This button turns the menu screen on and off.

3

m

/

M 

and 

2

 (volume control) buttons (page 12)

These buttons are used to select the menu items and make 

adjustments.

4

OK button (page 12)

This button activates the selected menu item and adjustments 

made using the 

m

/

M

 buttons (

3

).

INPUT

(page 11)

These buttons switch the video input signal between INPUT1 

and INPUT2 when two computers are connected to the 

display. (Only available when menu is turned off.)

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ECO button (page 16)

This button is used to reduce the power consumption.

When the menu screen is not displayed, you can also 

automatically adjust the picture quality for the current input 

signal while keeping pressing this button for more than 3 

seconds (One touch Auto adjust). (analog RGB signal only)

6

Light sensor (page 16)

This sensor measures the brightness of the area surrounding 

the display. Be sure not to cover the sensor with paper, etc.

7

Stereo speakers (pages 9, 16)

These speakers output audio signals as sound.

8

Headphone jack (pages 9, 16)

This jack outputs audio signals to your headphones.

MENU

INPUT

ECO

OK

Front of the display

The contents with   mark for specifications vary 

depending on the models. For details, see “Specifications” 

(page 22).

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9

MAIN POWER switch (page 10)

This switch is to turn the MAIN POWER button of the display 

on and off.

0

AC IN connector (page 9)

This connector connects the power cord (supplied).

qa

DVI-D input connector (digital RGB) (page 8)

This connector inputs digital RGB video signals that comply 

with DVI Rev.1.0.

qs

HD15 input connector (analog RGB) (page 8)

This connector inputs analog RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p, 

positive) and sync signals.

qd

Cable holder (page 9)

This part secures cables and cords to the display.

qf

USB downstream port (page 8) (USB port-equipped 

models only)

Connecting the USB mouse and USB keyboard to the display, 

you can connect up to two computers to the display switching 

the input back and forth.

qg

USB upstream port (USB port-equipped models only)

Connect the USB cable to your computer and display.

qh

Security lock hole

The Kensington Micro Saver Security System should be used 

for the security lock hole.

Micro Saver Security System is a trademark of Kensington.

qj

Audio Jack for INPUT1

This jack inputs audio signals when connected to the audio 

output jack of a computer or other audio equipment connected 

to INPUT1.

q,

Audio Jack for INPUT2

This jack inputs audio signals when connected to the audio 

output jack of a computer or other equipment connected to 

INPUT2.

Setup

Before using your display, check that the following items are 

included in your carton:

• LCD display

• Power  cord

• Stand Base

• HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog RGB)

• DVI-D video signal cable (digital RGB)

• Audio cord (stereo miniplug)

• USB cable

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

Instructions, etc.)

• Warranty card

• Quick Setup Guide

The contents with   mark for specifications vary depending on 

the models. For details, see “Specifications” (page 22).

Setup 1: Assemble the stand

x

When using supplied stand

1

Open the carton and take out the stand base.

2

Confirm the supplied items.

• With a screw attached to the bottom of Stand Base.

3

Put a soft mat or a like on a desk or a like.

You may damage the LCD screen and the display itself, if 

putting the display directly on the desk.

4

Take the display out from the carton and then place 

the frame of the laid display along the edge of the 

desk. 

Rear of the display

Do not press the LCD screen when placing or raising 

the display straight on a desk or a like.

It may affect the uniformity of the screen or damage 

the LCD display.

Display

Stand

Soft mat or a like

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5

Hook the Stand Base holes onto the prongs of stand 

to attach. 

1

Lift the handle of screw to screw the stand base 

securely. 

2

Be sure that the screw is secured and turn the screw 

handle back.

6

Remove the stopper pin after raising the height 

adjustable stand straight.

Note

Do not remove the stopper pin while the stand is laid. It may fall or injure 

you by the stand neck coming off from the Stand Base impetuously.

x

When using VESA Stand

You can attach a VESA stand in other brand by removing the 

supplied stand attached to the display.

Setup 2: Connect the video signal 

cables

1 Slide down the connector cover.

2  Tilt the display up.

And then move the display’s angle higher.

1

 Stand Base

2

 Screw

Stopper Pin

Screws 

compatible with 

VESA stand (4)

• Turn off the display and computer before connecting.

Notes

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

might bend the pins.

• Check the alignment of the connector to avoid bending the pins of 

the video signal cable connector.

Connector cover

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3  Connect the video signal cables to the display.

x

Connect a computer equipped with an HD15 

output connector (analog RGB)

Using the supplied HD15-HD15 video signal cable (analog 

RGB), connect the computer to the display’s HD 15 input 

connector (analog RGB).

x

Connect a computer equipped with a DVI 

output connector (digital RGB)

Using the supplied DVI-D video signal cable (digital RGB), 

connect the computer to the display’s DVI-D input connector 

(digital RGB).

Setup 3: Connect the USB mouse 

or the USB keyboard or 

other devices (USB port-

equipped models only)

By connecting the USB mouse or the USB keyboard or other 

devices, you can switch inputs back and forth (KVM function).

For more details, see “KVM function” (page 17).

If you are not using the USB mouse or the USB keyboard or other 

devices on your display, go to Setup 4.

1

Connect the supplied cable between the display and 

the computer.

2

Connect the USB mouse or the USB keyboard or 

other devices to the display.

For Macintosh User:

If you connect the USB Downstream port to a Macintosh 

keyboard with a power button, the power button on the 

keyboard may fail to turn on. Turn on the power button on 

your computer or connect the keyboard directly to your 

computer and turn it on, and then connect the USB 

Downstream port to the keyboard.

Notes

• The USB port of this display is compatible with Windows 2000 / 

Windows XP Professional / Windows XP Home edition / Macintosh.

• If the USB mouse or the USB keyboard or other devices have already 

connected to your computer, remove them once.

• This Setup is only designed for those computers and OS that are USB 

compatible. For more details, refer to the operating instruction of your 

computer or OS.

to the computer’s HD15 output 

connector (analog RGB)

HD15-HD15 video signal 

cable (analog RGB) 

(supplied)

to the HD 15 input 

connector (analog 

RGB) 

to the computer’s DVI output 

connector (digital RGB)

DVI-D video signal cable 

(digital RGB) (supplied)

to the DVI-D input 

connector (digital RGB) 

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Setup 4: Connect the audio cords

Connect the display’s audio input jack and audio 

output jack of the computer or other audio equipment 

using the supplied audio cord.

x

When you hear sound with your headphones

Connect the audio cable (not supplied) securely to the 

display’s headphone jack.

Audio output will be changed when the display’s audio input and 

audio output connection has been completed.

Using the display-speakers or headphones, you can also listen to 

sound from your computer or other audio equipment connected to 

the display-audio input jacks. For more details, see “Controlling 

the volume” on page 16.

AC IN

DVI-D

HD15

1

2

2

1

To USB port to 

Computer

To USB port to 

Computer

USB cable 

(supplied)

USB cable (supplied)

USB Mouse

USB 

keyboard

2

2

1

1

to the audio 

input

to audio output of 

the computer or 

other audio 

equipment

audio cord (supplied)

to the headphone jack

audio cable 

(not supplied)

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Setup 5: Connect the power cord

1

Connect the supplied power cord securely to the 

display’s AC IN connector.

2

Connect the other end securely to a power outlet.

Setup 6: Secure the cords and 

close the connector cover

1

Draw the cords and cables through the cable holder 

as illustrated.

2

Close the connector cover.

Note

When bounding the cords and cables, be sure to loosen them a little. If 

they get pulled hard they may come off from the connectors/plugs as you 

adjust the screen angle. If you stretch the cords and cables too hard they 

may get damaged.

Setup 7: Turn on the display and 

computer

1

Make sure that the 

1

 (power) Indicator blinks red. At 

the time of your purchase, the MAIN POWER switch 

is set to the 

\

 side.

Note

When the MAIN POWER switch on the right side of your display is not 

set to the 

\

 side, press the 

\

 side and check that the 

1

 (power) indicator 

blinks red.

2

Press the 

1

 (power) switch located on the front 

right of the display.

The 

1

 (power) indicator lights up in green.

3

Turn on the computer.

to AC IN

to a power outlet

power cord (supplied)

1

2

MAIN POWER

lights in red

lights in green

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If no picture appears on your screen

• Check that the power cord and the video signal cables are 

properly connected.

• If “NO INPUT SIGNAL”

appears on the screen:

– The computer is in the power saving mode. Try pressing any 

key on the keyboard or moving the mouse.

– Check that the input signal setting is correct by pressing the 

OK button (page 11).

• If “CABLE DISCONNECTED”

appears on the screen:

– Check that the video signal cables are properly connected.

– Check that the input signal setting is correct by pressing the 

OK button (page 11).

•

If “OUT OF RANGE”

appears on the screen:

Reconnect the old display. Then adjust the computer’s graphics 

board within the following ranges.

For more information about the on-screen messages, see “Trouble 

symptoms and remedies” on page 19.

No need for specific drivers

The display complies with the “DDC” Plug & Play standard and 

automatically detects all the display’s information. No specific driver 

needs to be installed to the computer.

The first time you turn on your computer after connecting the display, the 

setup Wizard may appear on the screen. If this is the case, follow the on-

screen instructions. The Plug & Play display is automatically selected so 

that you can use this display. 

The vertical frequency turns to 60 Hz. 

Since flickers are unobtrusive on the display, you can use it as is. You do 

not need to set the vertical frequency to any particular high value.

Setup 8: Adjust the tilt and height

This display can be adjusted within the angles shown below.

Hold both sides of the LCD display, then adjust display 

angles.

When you use the height adjustable stand, the height adjust is also 

available as below.

Hold both sides of the LCD display, and then adjust the 

display height.

Analog RGB

Digital RGB

Horizontal 

frequency

28–80 kHz

28–64 kHz

Vertical 

frequency

48–75 Hz

60 Hz

Resolution

1280 

×

 1024 or less

approx. 5°

approx. 20°

approx. 175°

approx. 

175°

approx. 110 mm 

(4 

11

/

32

 inches)

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To use the display comfortably

Adjust the viewing angle of your display according to the height 

of your desk and chair so that light is not reflected from the 

display to your eyes.

Notes

• When you adjust the display position, do not crash the display or cables 

or other USB devices against objects around it. Be sure to move the 

display quietly.

• Do not put any objects under the display when you adjust the height of 

stand. It may get damaged by accident.

• When connecting USB products or USB devices to the display, be sure 

not to crash them against the Stand Base. As adjusting the tilt and 

height of the display, the display might get damaged depending on the 

size of the products or devices. (USB port-equipped models only) 

Selecting the input signal (INPUT1/

INPUT2)

Press the OK button.

The input signal changes every time you press the OK button.

On-screen message 

(Appears about 5 seconds on 

the upper left corner.)

Input signal configuration

INPUT1 : DVI-D

DVI-D input connector 

(digital RGB) for INPUT1

INPUT2 : HD15

HD15 input connector 

(analog RGB) for INPUT2

INPUT

OK

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Customizing Your Display

You can make numerous adjustments to your display using the 

on-screen menu.

Navigating the menu

1

Display the main menu.

Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your 

screen.

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.

3

Adjust the item.

Press the 

m

/

M

 buttons to make an adjustment, then press the 

OK button.

When you press the OK button, the setting is stored, then the 

display returns to the previous menu.

4

Close the menu.

Press the MENU button once to return to normal viewing. If 

no buttons are pressed, the menu closes automatically after 

about 45 seconds.

x

Resetting the adjustments to the default 

settings

You can reset the adjustments using the RESET menu. For more 

information about resetting the adjustments, see 

0 

(RESET) on 

page 15.

Before making adjustments

Connect the display and the computer, and turn them on.

For the best results, wait for at least 30 minutes before making 

any adjustments after display is connected to the computer and 

turned on.

MENU

INPUT

OK

,

INPUT

OK

,

MENU

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Menu options list

1)

When the ECO mode is set to “AUTO,” you cannot adjust 

BACKLIGHT and CONTRAST. 

2)

CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, and GAMMA are not adjustable when 

“sRGB” selected.

PICTURE ADJUST menu

Notes

• If you select “sRGB,” you cannot adjust CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, 

and GAMMA.

• When the ECO mode is set to "AUTO," you cannot adjust 

BACKLIGHT and CONTRAST. 

1)

If a computer or other equipment connected to the display is not sRGB-

compliant, color cannot be adjusted to the sRGB profile.

When you select “sRGB,” you cannot adjust CONTRAST, 

BRIGHTNESS, and GAMMA.

If you have set the ECO mode to “AUTO,” you cannot select “sRGB.”

SDM-X75F/X95F

SDM-X75K/X95K

 PICTURE ADJUST menu

MODE (ECO mode)

HIGH

MIDDLE

LOW

AUTO

1)

 BACKLIGHT

;

1)

6

 CONTRAST

;

1) 2)

8

 BRIGHTNESS

;

2)

 GAMMA

;

2)

 COLOR

9300K

6500K

sRGB

2)

USER (GAIN and 

BIAS)

 SHARPNESS

;

0

 MODE RESET

;

 SCREEN

AUTO

PHASE

PITCH

H CENTER

V CENTER

 MENU POSITION

;

 INPUT SENSING

AUTO ON

INPUT1

INPUT2

AUTO OFF

 LANGUAGE

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

ESPAÑOL

ITALIANO

NEDERLANDS

SVENSKA

0

 RESET

OK

CANCEL

 MENU LOCK

ON

OFF

Items

Press the 

M

 button Press the 

m

 button

MODE

Set the ECO mode.

Select the brightness of your display from 

HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW, and AUTO to save 

power consumption.  

You can set a variety of mode by setting an 

input.

HIGH

MIDDLE

LOW

AUTO

 BACKLIGHT Brightens the screen. Darkens the screen.

6

 CONTRAST

Sharpens the picture 

contrasts.

Blurs the picture 

contrasts.

8

 BRIGHTNESS Brightens the picture 

(Black level).

Darkens the picture 

(Black level).

 GAMMA

Features

You can adjust your pictures on the screen 

to the original coloring.

Items

 COLOR

Options

Features

9300K

Bluish hue

6500K

Reddish hue

sRGB

1)

When you select “sRGB” your coloring 

is adjusted to the sRGB profile. (The 

sRGB color setting is an industry-

standard color space protocol designed 

for computer products.) When you select 

“sRGB,” the color settings of your 

computer must be set to the sRGB 

profile.

USER

You can make additional adjustments to 

lighter areas (GAIN: white level) and 

darker areas (BIAS: black level). Also, 

you can store the set color in memory.

Items

Press the 

m

/

M

 buttons

 SHARPNESS

Adjust to sharpen the edge of images, 

etc.

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 SCREEN menu (analog RGB 

signal only) 

x

Automatic picture quality adjustment 

function

When the display receives an input signal, it 

automatically adjusts the picture’s position and 

sharpness (phase/pitch). This ensures that a clear 

picture appears on the screen (page 16).

Note

While the automatic picture quality adjustment function is activated, only 

the 

1

 (power) switch is operable.

If the automatic picture quality adjustment function of 

this display did not seem to adjust the picture 

completely

You can make further automatic adjustment of the picture quality 

for the current input signal. (See AUTO below.)

If you still need to make subtle adjustments to your 

picture quality

You can manually adjust the picture’s sharpness (phase/pitch) and 

position (horizontal/vertical position).

These adjustments are stored in memory and automatically 

recalled when the display receives the same input signal. These 

settings may have to be repeated if you change the input signal 

after reconnecting your computer.

x

Adjust the picture’s sharpness and position 

manually (PHASE/PITCH/H CENTER/V CENTER)

You can adjust the picture’s sharpness and position as follows.

1

Set the resolution to 1280 × 1024, on the computer.

2

Load the CD-ROM.

3

Start the CD-ROM and display the test pattern.

For Windows User

When Auto run operates:

1

Click “DISPLAY ADJUSTMENT TOOL (UTILITY).”

2

Click “Adjust” and confirm the resolution and then click 

“Next”.

Test pattern for PITCH, PHASE, H CENTER and V 

CENTER appears in order.

When Auto run fails to operate:

1

Open “My Computer” and right click the CD-ROM icon. 

Go to “Explorer” and open the CD-ROM icon.

2

Open [Utility] and then select [Windows].

3

Start [Win_Utility.exe].

Test pattern appears.

For Macintosh user

1

Open [Utility] and then select [Mac].

2

Start [Mac_Utility.exe]

Test pattern appears.

 MENU POSITION menu

 INPUT SENSING menu

Those models of digital input search any input signals. You can 

switch the signals back and forth automatically.

Items

0

 MODE RESET

Options

Features

OK

You can reset BACKLIGHT, 

CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, 

GAMMA, COLOR, and SHARPNESS 

to the default setting.

CANCEL

To cancel resetting and return to the 

menu.

Items

Features

AUTO

Make the appropriate adjustments of the 

screen’s phase, pitch and horizontal/

vertical position for the current input 

signal and save them.

Items

Press the

m

/

M

buttons

PHASE

Minimize the horizontal stripes on the 

screen.

PITCH

Vertical stripes become vanished.

H CENTER

Adjust the picture position when your 

picture does not appear on the center of 

the screen.

V CENTER

Items

Press the 

m

/

M

 buttons

MENU POSITION

You can change the menu displayed 

position on the screen. You can choose 

one of 9 positions.

Items

Features

AUTO ON

When the selected input has no signal, or 

when you select an input with the OK 

button and if it has no input signal, an 

on-screen message appears (page 18). 

Then the display checks the input signal 

and switch to other input automatically.

When an input is changed, the selected 

input is displayed on the upper left 

corner of the screen.

When there still is no input signal, the 

display goes into the power saving mode.

INPUT 1

When turning on the display, INPUT1 or 

INPUT2 will be displayed as priority 

setting (INPUT SENSING will not 

function).

 INPUT 2

AUTO OFF

The input is not changed automatically. 

Press the OK button to change the input.

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 LANGUAGE menu

0

 RESET menu (reset to the 

default setting)

MENU LOCK menu

Technical Features

Controlling the volume

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.

You can control the volume by using a separate “Volume” menu 

from the main menu.

1

Press the 

m

/

M

 buttons when no menu appears on 

the screen.

2

Press the 

m

/

M

 buttons to control the volume.

The menu automatically disappears after about 5 seconds.

Notes

• You cannot adjust the volume when the main menu is displayed on the 

screen.

• When your display is in power saving mode, no sound comes out of the 

speakers or the headphones.

Power saving function

This display meets the power saving guidelines set by VESA, 

E

NERGY 

S

TAR, and NUTEK. If the display is connected to a 

computer or video graphics board that is DPMS (Display Power 

Management Standard) for Analog input / DMPM (DVI Digital 

Monitor Power Management) for Digital input compliant, the 

display will automatically reduce power consumption as shown 

below.

1)

When your computer enters the “active off” mode, the input signal is 

cut and NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on the screen. After 5 seconds, 

the display enters the power saving mode.

“deep sleep” is the power saving mode defined by the Environmental 

Protection Agency. 

Items

Press the 

m

/

M

 buttons

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

ESPAÑOL

ITALIANO

NEDERLANDS

SVENSKA

French

German

Spanish

Italian

Dutch

Swedish

Russian

Japanese

Chinese

Items

Features

OK

To reset all the adjustment data to the 

default setting except for the 

(LANGUAGE) menu setting.

CANCEL

To cancel resetting and return to the 

menu screen.

Items

Features

ON

Only the 

1

 (power) switch will operate. 

If you attempt any other operation, the 

 (MENU LOCK) icon appears on the 

screen.

OFF

Set 

 (MENU LOCK) to off. If 

(MENU LOCK) has been set to ON, 

when you press the MENU button, 

(MENU LOCK) is automatically 

selected.

Power mode

1

 (power) indicator

normal operation

green

active off 

1)

 (deep sleep)

orange

power off

red

main power off

off

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Reducing the power consumption 

(ECO mode)

If you press the ECO button on the front of the display repeatedly, 

you can select the screen brightness.

Each mode appears on the screen and the screen brightness is 

reduced according to the mode. The menu automatically 

disappears after about 5 seconds.

Screen brightness and power consumption are reduced as the 

mode changes from HIGH to MIDDLE to LOW.

The default setting of the screen brightness is set to HIGH.

Automatic brightness adjustment 

function (light sensor)

This display is provided with a feature to automatically adjust the 

screen brightness according to the brightness of the surroundings. 

The brightness of the screen is set to the most appropriate level by 

setting the ECO mode to AUTO with the ECO button on the front 

of the display, or in the PICTURE ADJUST menu. The default 

setting of the brightness of the screen is set to HIGH. Also, when 

you set the ECO mode to “AUTO” with the ECO button on the 

front of the display, the adjustment bar is also displayed. You can 

adjust the bar with the 

m

/

M

 buttons. Screen brightness changes 

according to the level you set.

Automatic picture quality 

adjustment function (analog RGB 

signal only)

When the display receives an input signal, it 

automatically adjusts the picture’s position and 

sharpness (phase/pitch), and ensures that a clear 

picture appears on the screen.

The factory preset mode

When the display receives an input signal, it automatically 

matches the signal to one of the factory preset modes stored in the 

display’s memory to provide a high quality picture at the center of 

the screen. If the input signal matches the factory preset mode, the 

picture appears on the screen automatically with the appropriate 

default adjustments.

If input signals do not match one of the factory 

preset modes

When the display receives an input signal that does not match one 

of the factory preset modes, the automatic picture quality 

adjustment function of this display is activated to ensure that a 

clear picture always appears on the screen (within the following 

display frequency ranges):

Horizontal frequency: 28–80 kHz

Vertical frequency: 48–75 Hz

Consequently, the first time the display receives input signals that 

do not match one of the factory preset modes, the display may 

take a longer time than normal to display the picture on the screen. 

This adjustment data is automatically stored in memory so that, 

the display will function in the same way as when the display 

receives the signals that match one of the factory preset modes 

next time.

If you adjust the phase, pitch, and picture position 

manually

For some input signals, the automatic picture quality adjustment 

function of this display may not completely adjust the picture 

position, phase, and pitch. In this case, you can set these 

adjustments manually (page 15). If you set these adjustments 

manually, they are stored in memory as user modes and 

automatically recalled whenever the display receives the same 

input signals.

Note

While the automatic picture quality adjustment function is activated, only 

the 

1

 (power) switch will operate.

KVM function (Keyboard-Video-

Mouse function)

You can use up to two computers connecting between the USB 

mouse and USB keyboard switching INPUT/OK button (page 8) 

back and forth.

About USB port

• We recommend that you connect the USB mouse and the USB 

keyboard to the USB port of the display. If you connect the 

devices other than the above, the display might fail to operate 

properly. Or, the devices that are compatible with Bluetooth 

might fail to operate properly.

• The USB port on the display is compatible with USB Full-

Speed (Max 12 Mbps).

Notes

• Even when you press INPUT/OK button, the computers may not be 

able to switch back and forth promptly.

• Install the latest USB driver to use the USB devices. The older USB 

driver may not operate properly.

• When using a USB hub, set the input signals to the AUTO OFF with 

INPUT SENSING menu.

E C O

L OW

:

E C O

AU TO

:

E C O

H I G H

:

E C O

M I D D L E

:

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Troubleshooting

Before contacting technical support, refer to this section.

On-screen messages

If there is something wrong with the input signal, one of the 

following messages appears on the screen. To solve the problem, 

see “Trouble symptoms and remedies” on page 19.

If “OUT OF RANGE” appears on the screen

This indicates the input signal is not supported by the display’s 

specifications. Check the following items.

For more information about on-screen messages, see “Trouble 

symptoms and remedies” on page 19.

If “xxx.x kHz/xxx Hz” is displayed

This indicates either the horizontal or vertical frequency is not 

supported by the display’s specifications.

The figures indicate the horizontal and vertical frequencies of 

the current input signal.

If “RESOLUTION > 1280 

×  

1024” is displayed

This indicates that the resolution is not supported by the 

display’s specifications (1280 

×

 1024 or less).

If “NO INPUT SIGNAL” appears on the screen

This indicates that no signal is being input via the currently 

selected connector.

When INPUT SENSING (page 15) is set to ON, the display finds 

another input signal and changes the input automatically.

When input signals cannot be found,

“GO TO POWER SAVE”

message appears. About 5 seconds later, the power saving 

mode starts.

If “CABLE DISCONNECTED” appears on the 

screen

This indicates that the video signal cable has been disconnected 

from the currently selected connector.

When INPUT SENSING (page 15) is set to ON, the display finds 

another input signal and changes the input automatically.

When input signals cannot be found,

“GO TO POWER SAVE”

message appears. About 45 seconds later, the power saving 

mode starts.

OUT OF RANGE

I NPUT 1 DV I - D

x x x . x k H z /

x x x H z

I NFORMA T I ON

:

Example

OUT OF RANGE

RESOL UT I ON >

2

1

8 0 X 1

4

2

0

I NFORMA T I ON

I NPUT 1 : DV I - D

Example

I NFORMA T I ON

NO

I NPUT S I GNA L

GO TO POWER SAVE

I NPUT 1 DV I - D

:

Example

CAB L E D I SCONNECT ED

I NFORMA T I ON

I NPUT 1 DV I - D

:

GO TO POWER SAVE

Example

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Trouble symptoms and remedies

If a problem occurs as a result of a connected computer or other equipment, refer to the connected computer/equipment’s instruction manual.

Symptom

Check these items

No picture

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 MAIN POWER switch on the display is turned on (page 10).

If the 

1

 (power) indicator turns on 

in red:

• Check that the 

1

 (power) switch is on.

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 7).

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

• Check that the input select setting is correct (page 11).

• 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.

“NO INPUT SIGNAL” warning 

message appears on the screen, or 

1

(power) indicator turns orange:

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

their sockets (page 7).

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

• Check that the input select setting is correct (page 11).

x 

Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not 

caused by the display

• 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 (page 18):

x 

Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not 

caused by the display

• Check that the video frequency range is within that specified for the display. If you 

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

computer’s graphics board within the following ranges:

Horizontal: 28 – 80 kHz (analog RGB), 28 – 64 kHz (digital RGB) 

Vertical: 48 – 75 Hz (analog RGB), 60 Hz (digital RGB)

Resolution: 1280 

×

 1024 or less

If using Windows:

• 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 the desired model 

name from the “Models” list in the Windows device selection screen. If the model name of 

this display 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 that adapter to the computer before connecting the video signal cable.

Picture flickers, bounces, 

oscillates, or is scrambled

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 15).

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

x 

Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not 

caused by the display

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

• Confirm that the graphics mode (VESA, Macintosh 19" Color, etc.) and the frequency of 

the input signal are supported by this display. Even if the frequency is within the proper 

range, some graphics boards may have a sync pulse that is too narrow for the display to 

sync correctly.

• This display does not process interlace signals. Set for progressive signals.

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

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Picture is fuzzy

• Adjust the brightness and contrast (page 14).

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 15).

x 

Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not 

caused by the display

• Set the resolution to 1280 

×

 1024 on your computer.

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 (analog RGB signal only)

• Adjust the pitch and phase (page 15).

• Adjust the picture position (page 15). Note that some video modes do not fill the screen to 

the edges.

Picture is too small

x 

Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not 

caused by the display

• Set the resolution to 1280 

×

 1024 on your computer.

Picture is dark

• Adjust the backlight (page 14).

• Adjust the brightness (page 14).

• Adjust the gamma using GAMMA menu (page 14).

• It takes a few minutes for the display to become bright after turning on the display.

• The screen might turn darker, depends on ECO mode you selected.

Wavy or elliptical pattern (moire) 

is visible

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 15).

Color is not uniform

• Adjust the pitch and phase (analog RGB signal only) (page 15).

White does not look white

• Adjust the color temperature (page 14).

Display buttons do not operate

(

 appears on the screen)

• If MENU LOCK is set to ON, set it to OFF (page 15).

The device connecting through 

the USB cable fails to operate.

• Check the USB cable (supplied) is connected properly (page 8).

• Press the MAIN POWER switch and the 

1

 (power) indicator to turn on the display.

x 

Problems caused by your computer or other connected device

• Check if your device has been turned on.

• Reinstall the updated USB driver. For more information, contact the manufacture of your 

product.

• If you fail to operate your computer with the keyboard or mouse attached to the display, 

connect the keyboard or mouse to your computer directly. After restarting your computer, 

reset the USB connection. After having completed this process, connect the keyboard or 

mouse back to the display. When the display is connected to a computer, keyboard, or 

mouse via the USB port, you might not be able to operate your computer with them as you 

restart the computer.

The display turns off after a while

x

Problems caused by the connected computer or other equipment

• Set the computer’s power saving setting to off.

Resolution displayed on the menu 

screen is incorrect.

• Depending on the graphics board setting, the resolution displayed on the menu screen may 

not coincide with the one set on the computer.

After turning off the main power, 

the 

1

 (power) indicator stays 

bright for a while

• When the main power is on but the 

1

 (power) switch is not pressed, or when the display is 

in the power saving mode, if you turn the MAIN POWER switch off, the 

1

 (power) 

indicator may not turn off right away. This is not a malfunction.

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Displaying this display’s information

While the display 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.

Although the safety standard registered model name of this 

display is SDM-X75 /X95 , the name of SDM-X75F/X95F/

X75K/X95K is used on sale.

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

the following information:

• Model name

• 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)

MENU

Example

Model name

Serial number

Week and year 

of manufacture

    INFORMATION

MODEL : SDM-X75F

SER. NO : 1234567

MANUFACTURED : 2005-52

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Specifications

1)

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.

Model name

SDM-X75F

SDM-X95F

SDM-X75K

SDM-X95K

LCD panel

Panel type: a-Si TFT Active Matrix

Picture size: inch

17.0

19.0

17.0

19.0

Input signal format

RGB operating frequency

1)

Horizontal: 28 – 80 kHz (analog RGB)

                   28 – 64 kHz (digital RGB)

Vertical: 48 – 75 Hz (analog RGB)

      60 Hz (digital RGB)

Resolution

Horizontal: Max.1280 dots

Vertical: Max.1024 lines

Type of input signal 

(Digital/Analog)

Digital  

×

 1/Analog  

×

 1

Input signal levels

Analog RGB video signal 0.7 Vp-p, 75 

Ω

, positive

SYNC signal TTL level, 2.2 k

Ω

, positive or negative

Digital RGB (DVI) signal TMDS (single link)

Audio input 

Stereo minijack, 0.5Vrms, 47 k

Ω

Speaker output  

1 W 

×

 2

USB port

–

USB Full-Speed (Max12 Mbps)

A Port 

×

 2, B Port 

×   2

Headphone jack

×

 1

Power requirements

100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz, Max. 1.0 A

Power consumption

Max. 45 W

Max. 50 W

Max. 55 W

Operating temperature

5 – 35 °C

Type of the stand

Height adjust

Dimensions (width/height/

depth)

Approx. 369 

×

 393.5 – 

503.5 

×

 253 mm

(14 

5

/

8

×

 15 

1

/

2

 – 

19 

7

/

8

×

 10 inches) 

(with stand)

Approx. 369 

×

 337 

×

66 mm

(14 

5

/

8

×

 13 

1

/

4

×

2 

5

/

8

  inches)

(without stand)

Approx. 414 

×

 409.5 – 

519.5 

×

 277.5 mm

(16 

3

/

8

×

 16 

1

/

8

 – 

20 

1

/

2

×

 11 inches) 

(with stand)

Approx. 414 

×

 370 

×

69 mm

(16 

3

/

8

×

 14 

5

/

8

×

2 

3

/

4

  inches)

(without stand)

Approx. 369 

×

 393.5 – 

503.5 

×

 253 mm

(14 

5

/

8

×

 15 

1

/

2

 – 

19 

7

/

8

×

 10 inches) 

(with stand)

Approx. 369 

×

 337 

×

66 mm

(14 

5

/

8

×

 13 

1

/

4

×

2 

5

/

8

  inches)

(without stand)

Approx. 414 

×

 409.5 – 

519.5 

×

 277.5 mm

(16 

3

/

8

×

 16 

1

/

8

 – 

20 

1

/

2

×

 11 inches) 

(with stand)

Approx. 414 

×

 370 

×

69 mm

(16 

3

/

8

×

 14 

5

/

8

×

2 

3

/

4

  inches)

(without stand)

Mass

Approx. 7.6 kg 

(16 lb 12 

1

/

8

 oz) 

(with stand)

Approx. 4.4 kg 

(9 lb 11 

1

/

4

 oz)

 (without stand)

Approx. 8.9 kg 

(19 lb 9

7

/

8

 oz) 

(with stand)

Approx. 5.4 kg 

(11 lb 14 

1

/

2

 oz)

(without stand)

Approx. 7.6 kg 

(16 lb 12 

1

/

8

 oz) 

(with stand)

Approx. 4.4 kg 

(9 lb 11 

1

/

4

 oz)

 (without stand)

Approx. 8.9 kg 

(19 lb 9

7

/

8

 oz) 

(with stand)

Approx. 5.4 kg 

(11 lb 14 

1

/

2

 oz)

(without stand)

Plug & Play

DDC2B

Accessories

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TCO’99 Eco-document (for the black 

model)

x

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.

x

Why do we have environmentally labelled com-

puters? 

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.

x

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.

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/

x

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.

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TCO’03 Eco-document (for the silver 

model)

x

Congratulations! 

The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 

Displays label. This means that your display is designed, 

manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest 

quality and environmental requirements in the world. This 

makes for a high performance product, designed with the 

user in focus that also minimizes the impact on our natural 

environment.

x

Ergonomics

• Good visual ergonomics and image quality in order to 

improve the working environment for the user and to 

reduce sight and strain problems. Important parameters 

are luminance, contrast, resolution, reflectance, colour 

rendition and image stability.

x

Energy

• Energy-saving mode after a certain time – beneficial 

both for the user and the environment

• Electrical safety

x

Emissions

• Electromagnetic fields

• Noise emissions

x

Ecology

• The product must be prepared for recycling and the 

manufacturer must have a certified environmental 

management system such as EMAS or ISO 14 001

• Restrictions on

- chlorinated and brominated flame retardants and 

polymers

- heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead.

The requirements included in this label have been 

developed by TCO Development in co-operation with 

scientists, experts, users as well as manufacturers all over 

the world. Since the end of the 1980s TCO has been 

involved in influencing the development of IT equipment 

in a more user-friendly direction. Our labelling system 

started with displays in 1992 and is now requested by users 

and IT-manufacturers all over the world.

For more information, please visit

www.tcodevelopment.com

Recycling Information

x

Customer in Europe

The collection and recycling of this product has been planned 

according to your country’s relevant legislation. To ensure that 

this product will be collected and recycled in way that minimizes 

the impact on the environment, please do the following:

1. If you purchased this product for private use, contact your 

municipality or the waste collection system and bring the 

product to this collection point / have the product be picked up 

by the waste collection system. Alternatively, your retailer 

might take back this if you purchase new equivalent equipment; 

please check with your retailer whether he will take back this 

product before bringing it. For information on your country’s 

recycling arrangements, please contact the Sony representation 

in your country (contact details at: www.sony-europe.com). 

Further details on specific recycling systems can be found at the 

following addresses:

- Belgium: www.recupel.be

- Netherlands: www.nvmp.nl (consumer electronics) 

www.ictmilieu.nl (IT equipment)

- Norway: www.elretur.no

- Sweden: www.el-kretsen.se

- Switzerland: www.swico.ch

2. If you use this product professionally, check the product’s 

delivery contract for take back / recycling arrangements and 

follow the procedures described therein. Alternatively, follow 

the procedures described under point 1.

x

Customer in USA

We Sony as a member of EIA recommends to visit URL below

http://www.eiae.org/

x

Customer in Asia

http://www.sony.co.jp/SonyInfo/Environment/recycle/3R.html