Professional Video LCD Monitors

LMD-230WS

LMD-170WS

(Shown with optional table stand)

Sony unveils its impressive new lineup of elegant twopiece Professional Video LCD monitors—the LUMA™

Series. Choose from the LMD-230WS or LMD-170WS

LCD monitors, both of which are driven by a separate, powerful signal-processing Multiformat Engine. Their innovative designs offer the perfect solution for a wide variety of professional applications. Thin, lightweight, and simple, the two LCD monitors provide outstanding installation flexibility. And when integrated with the optional monitor stand, it is easy to adjust both height and tilt to achieve the optimum viewing angle.

Based on the latest developments in image processing, such as the new “X Algorithm” technology, these monitors provide outstanding natural images with a high level of brightness and contrast. They accept a wide variety of signal formats such as analog RGB and HD, and computer signals from VGA to SXGA.

Building on Sony’s successful PVM series, these all new 23–inch and 17.1-inch (viewable area, measured diagonally) LCD monitors are designed to meet a wide range of picture-monitoring demands in professional applications such as broadcast stations,

OB vehicles, post-production studios, and digital photo studios.

■ Outstanding Picture Performance

Excellent Brightness and Contrast

The LMD-230WS and LMD-170WS monitors utilize WXGA LCD panels to provide high-brightness and high-contrast images with natural color reproduction. Incorporating a color filter with broad color gamut, these monitors display outstanding natural images.

Wide Viewing Angle

The LCD panel has a wide viewing angle of 170 degrees, horizontally and vertically, enabling images to be viewed from various positions and angles.

AR-Coated Protection Panel

The LCD panel is protected from various types of damage by a highly durable protection panel. The panel has an anti-reflection (AR) coating with a high-transmission rate that reduces the effects of outside light.

Interpolation Technology – X Algorithm

This new “X Algorithm” technology delivers impressive improvements in picture quality.

Jaggy noise, which often occurs on the edge of moving objects in pictures, is effectively removed. Traditionally, standard-definition video signals are converted from interlace signals into progressive signals through the formation of a frame picture with two field pictures. This often results in jagged shape noise along the oblique direction of fast-moving objects.

To overcome this, the

“X Algorithm” technology detects motion and, through comparison of the oblique pixels above, below, and adjacent to the moving part, inserts a new line. This reproduces images smoothly, such as a fluttering flag with moving oblique lines. X Algorithm is especially effective for low-resolution images.

Conventional technology X Algorithm

(image picture)

■ Stylish Design

These innovative two-piece type Sony LCD monitors consist of a thin, lightweight LCD monitor unit and a high-input/output, highly functional signal-processing unit. Because they are separate units, the LCD monitor is not weighed down by the circuitry of the signal-processing

Multiformat Engine Unit. Consequently, its design is as thin and as light as possible – resulting in outstanding installation flexibility.

When attached to the optional monitor stand SU-558, which has a biaxial joint in the neck assembly, the LMD-170WS and LMD-230WS can be positioned at various heights and tilt angles – meeting a wide range of application needs.

■ Input Versatility

Multiformat Signal Support

The multiformat engine accepts a wide range of analog and digital signals such as NTSC, PAL, 480/60I, 575/50I, 480/60P, 576/60P,

1080/50I, 1080/60I, and 720/60P. It also accepts 1080/24PsF, converting it into 1080/48I and 1080/25PsF converted in 1080/50I.

It can accept one analog video signal from the following inputs, which is then output with loop-through:

1. Analog component (GBR) input

2. Analog component (Y/PB/PR) input

3. Composite (CVBS) and Y/C (S-Y, S-C) input * 1

The multiformat engine also accepts one signal input from various types of analog computer signals. Incorporating a high-performance scan converter, it can accept input signals from VGA to SXGA* 2 .

*1 Y/C input signals must be input via BNC connectors that are converted from

S connectors.

*2 SXGA images are displayed reduced.

Signal-Interface Options

The multiformat engine can receive HDSDI/SDI, SDI or DV signals via the following newly designed small-sized optional input adaptors:

SDI 4:2:2 Input Adaptor

BKM-220D

• SDI signal input (x2) • Monitor output (x1)

• Power consumption: Max. 1.5 W

HD SDI&SDI Input Adaptor

BKM-243HS

• HD SDI/SDI signal input (x2) • Monitor output (x1)

• Power consumption: Max. 2 W

HD SDI and SDI signals are automatically detected.

i.LINK

® Input Adaptor

BKM-255DV

• DV signal port* (x 2) • Transfer rate: 400 Mbps

• Power consumption: Max. 4 W

The BKM-255DV accepts and outputs DV signals. However it does not accept the full AV/C command sets.

*The port has a 6-pin connector; power is not supplied through this port.

Computer Signal Memory

The multiformat engine includes sufficient memory for 16 preset computer input signals.

Smart APA (Auto Pixel Alignment) for Computer Input

Image size can be automatically adjusted to its optimal setting with the one-touch APA key.

■ Flexibility

Seven-Language On-Screen Display

The On-Screen Display is available in English, French, Spanish,

German, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese.

Color Temperature/Gamma Selection

High/low color temperatures or user presets can be selected.

Selectable Scan Size for Video Input and Aspect Ratio

The screen size can be selected between 5% over-scan and 0% inscan modes.

The aspect ratio can be switched between 16:9 and 4:3 according to input signals.

*i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an

IEEE 1394 connector. All products with an i.LINK connector may not communicate with each other. Please confirm interoperability with third party manufacturers. For more information contact Sony at 1-800-686-7669.

Various Markers

The following marker functions are available: safety area marker,

4:3 marker, 2.35:1 marker, and 4:3 & 1.85:1 box marker - convenient for movie makers.

MARKER

CENTER MARKER

SAFETY AREA

16:9

4:3, 15:9, 14:9, 13:9,

1.85:1, 2:35:1, 1.85:1 & 4:3

O

80%, 88%, 90%/93%

4:3

16:9

O

80%, 88%, 90%/93%

Three-Color Tally

The tally lamp can be lit up via a parallel remote connector, and the status of the monitor can be identified by the tally color – red, green, or amber.

Parallel Remote Control

The multiformat engine can be controlled remotely with the parallel remote connector. There are 31 functions in the Remote menu (such as the ability to switch input signals), of which seven can be allocated to the connector.

Stereo Audio Monitoring

The multiformat engine is equipped with stereo speakers

(0.5W+0.5W), which enable the user to monitor audio.

Protected Controls

The key-inhibit switch helps prevent inadvertent operation from the control panel.

• H/V Delay Function

• Chroma Transient Improvement (CTI) Function

• ACC Off

• DC Operation (when the LMD-170W and the multiformat engine are operated)

• Power-Saving Function (computer input only)

• Setup Level for Analog Component and NTSC signal

■ Optional Accessories

• Sub Control on Contrast, Chroma, Phase and Brightness

• Blue-Only Mode

• Monochrome Mode

• DDC-2B Plug and Play (computer input only)

• Auto Chroma/Phase Setup

■ Other Features

Mountable in a 19-Inch EIA Standard Rack

The LMD-170WS panel can be mounted in a 7U-sized, 19-inch

EIA standard rack with the optional Mounting Bracket MB-522.

The multiformat engine can be mounted in a 1U-sized, 19-inch

EIA standard rack with the supplied mounting bracket.

VESA Mounting Standard

Complying with VESA standards, the LMD-170WS and LMD-

230WS can easily be mounted on a wall or a ceiling. Although a large-screen monitor, it remains thin and lightweight because the large-scale signal-processing circuitry is contained in the separate engine instead. In addition, the arm of the monitor unit can be adjusted with more flexibility thanks to fewer connector cables between the monitor unit and the multiformat engine.

LCD Panel Advantages

Accurate image geometry from the linear alignment of the light-emitting pixels

CRT

Resistance to magnetic fields for drift-free color uniformity

• BKM-220D

SDI 4:2:2 Input Adaptor

• BKM-243HS

HD SDI&SDI Input Adaptor

• SU-558

Monitor Stand

• MB-522

Rack-Mount Bracket for LMD-170WS

• BKM-255DV

DV Input Adaptor

• SMF-600

Extension Cable (10 m)

LMD-230WS/LMD-170WS

LMD-230WS with the optional

SU-558 monitor stand

Multiformat Engine

Front Panel

Rear Panel

LMD-170WS with the optional

SU-558 monitor stand

Dimensions

563.4 (22 1 /

4

)

434 (17 1 /

8

)

■ LMD-230WS panel dimensions

434 (17 1 /

8

)

■ LMD-170WS panel dimensions ■ Multiformat engine dimensions

Unit: mm (inches)

Specifications

Model Name

Picture Performance

Type

Resolution

LMD-230WS LMD-170WS a-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD with an AR-coated protection panel

1280 x 768 dots 1280 x 768 dots

Pixel efficiency

Dot pitch

Picture Size (H x W)

0.3915 x 0.3915 mm

Approx. 19 3 / 4 x 11 7 / 8 inches

(501 x 301 mm)

23.0-inch (584.40 mm)

99.99%

(Diagonal)

Aspect 15:9

0.291 x 0.291 mm

Approx. 14 3 / 4 x 8 7 / 8 inches

(372 x 223 mm)

17.1-inch (434.38 mm)

85º/85º/85º/85º (typical) (up/down/left/right contrast>10:1) Viewing Angle

Input

Display Input connector

Digital input

Dot clock

Scanning Frequency

(horizontal)

(vertical)

General

Power Consumption

Power requirement

Operating Temperature

Operating Humidity

Storage & Transport Temperature

Storage & Transport Humidity

Operating/Storage/Trans. Pressure

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Weight

25.175 MHz

31.469 kHz

59.940 Hz

68.250 MHz

DVI-D

47.396 kHz

59.995 Hz

Approx. 62 W

DC16.5 V

25.175 MHz

31.469 kHz

59.940 Hz

0 to 35 ºC (32 to 95 ºF)

700 to 1060 hPa

22 1 / 4 x 14 3 / 4 x 3 1 / 8 inches *

(563 x 372 x 78 mm)**

Approx. 14 lb 9 oz (6.6 Kg)*

Approx. 26 lb (11.8 Kg)**

0 to 80%

17 1 / 8

68.250 MHz

47.396 kHz

59.995 Hz

Approx. 42 W

DC12 V, DC16.5 V

30 to 80% (no condensation)

-10 to 40 ºC (14 to 104 ºF) x 11 5 / 8 x 2 3 / 4 inches*

(434 x 294 x 67 mm)**

Approx. 10 lb 13 oz (4.9 Kg)*

Approx. 22 lb 4 oz (10.1 Kg)**

*without the optional SU-558 monitor stand

**with the optional SU-558 monitor stand

Model Name

Input/Output

Input

Multiformat Engine

Composite

Y/C

Component

RGB

G/Y/Composite

Connector/Slot

B/P B /S-Y R/P R /S-C

Loop through BNC (x1) Loop through BNC (x1) Loop through BNC (x1)

Automatic 75 Ω termination

Automatic 75 termination

Ω Automatic 75 termination

Ω

1.0 Vp-p ±3 dB sync negative

1.0 Vp-p ±3 dB sync negative

0.7 Vp-p ±3 dB

0.286 Vp-p ±3 dB (NTSC)

0.3 Vp-p ±3 dB (PAL)

0.7 Vp-p ±3 dB 0.7 Vp-p ±3 dB 0.7 Vp-p ±3 dB

Sync on G 0.3Vp-p

Stereo mini jack (x1), -5 dBu, more than 47 k Ω Audio in (for Video signals)

OPTION A-1

OPTION A-2

OPTION B-1

OPTION B-2

Ext. sync

Option Slot (x1)

Option Slot (x1)

Computer

Loop through BNC (x1) automatic 75 Ω termination

0.3 ~ 4 Vp-p ±3 dB, sync negative usable tri-level sync signal 0.6 Vp-p ±3 dB

HD D-sub 15-pin (female) (x1)

0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω, positive (R,G,B)

Stereo mini jack (x1), -5dBu, more than 47 k Ω

XLR 4-pin (male) (x1), 12 V, output impedance 0.05 Ω or less

Audio in (for computer signals)

DC IN*

Output

Audio monitor out

Speaker Out

PARALLEL Remote

Display Signal Out

Display DC Out*

Stereo mini jack (x1)

Stereo (0.5 W+0.5 W)

Modular 8-pin (Assignable)

Exclusive connector(x1)

XLR 4-pin (female) (x1), DC 16.5 V (when AC power is supplied)

DC 12 V (when DC power is supplied)

Video

Horizontal Scanning Frequency

Frame Scanning Frequency

Computer

Dot clock

Horizontal Scanning Frequency

Vertical Scanning Frequency (frame)

Plug & Play

15 to 45 kHz

48 to 60 Hz

110 MHz

28 to 69 kHz

60 to 85 Hz

DDC-2B

*When operating this system with DC power, the Multi-Format Engine supplies power to the LMD-170WS.

Model Name

General

Power consumption

Power requirement

Operating Temperature

Operating Humidity

Storage and Trans. Temperature

Storage & Transport Humidity

Operating/Storage/Trans. Pressure excluding protrusions

Weight

*Excluding supplied accessories

Multiformat Engine

Maximum: Approx. 92 W (with 2 x BKM-243HS and LMD-230W)

Standard: Approx. 26 W (without optional input adaptor)

AC 100 to 240 V±10%, 50/60 Hz, DC 12 V (LMD-170W only)

0 to 35 ºC (32 to 95 ºF)

30 to 85% (no condensation)

-10 to 40 ºC (14 to 104 ºF)

0 to 90%

700 to 1060 hPa

17 1 / 8 x 1 3 / 4 x 12 1 / 8 inches

(434 x 44 x 305 mm)

Approx. 9 lb 15 oz (4.5 Kg)*

■ Supplied Accessories

Display interface cable, Warranty card, Operating instructions, AC cord, AC plug holder,

Mounting bracket for multiformat engine, CD-ROM.

■ Regulation Compliance

UL-1950, FCC Class-A, CSA C22.2 No.950 (c-UL), IC Class-A, EN60950, EN55103-1, EN55103-2,

CE , VCCI Class-A, C-tick

■ Video signal formats

System Horizontal Total lines Active lines Vertical Aspect Composite

Scanning per frame per frame scanning Y/C frequency

(kHz) frequency

(Hz)

575/50I

480/60I

15.625

15.734

625

525

575

483

50

60

16:9/4:3

16:9/4:3

O

O

576/50P

480/60P

31.250

31.469

1080/24PsF 27.000

1080/50I 28.125

1035/60I

1080/60I

720/60P

33.750

33.750

45.000

625

525

1125

1125

1125

1125

750

576

483

1080

1080

1035

1080

720

50 16:9/4:3

60 16:9/4:3

48

50

60

60

60

16:9

16:9

16:9

16:9

16:9

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

RGB

Component

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

Input adaptor

BKM- BKM- BKM-

220D 243HS 255DV

–

–

O O O

O O O

–

–

–

–

– O –

– O –

– O –

– O –

– O –

■ Formats of Preset Data

No.

P01

P02

P03

P05

P06

P07

640 x 480

800 x 600

Preset Signal

VGA mode 3

VGA VESA 75 Hz

VGA VESA 85 Hz

SVGA VESA 60 Hz

SVGA VESA 75 Hz

SVGA VESA 85 Hz

P09

P10

P11

1024 x 768

XGA VESA 60 Hz

XGA VESA 75 Hz

XGA VESA 85 Hz

48.363

60.023

68.677

P12

P13

1280 x 768

WXGA (CRT 60 Hz)

WXGA (non-CRT)

47.693

47.396

P14 SXGA VESA 60 Hz

(non-CRT)

63.981

1280 x 1024

P15 SXGA

P16 720 x 400 VGA TEXT 31.469

fH [kHz]

31.469

37.500

43.269

37.879

46.875

53.674

60.004

75.029

84.997

59.992

59.995

60.020

70.087

fV [Hz]

59.940

75.000

85.008

60.317

75.000

85.061

N/N

P/P

P/P

N/P

P/N

P/P

N/P

P/P

P/P

P/P

H/V

N/N

N/N

N/N

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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permissions is prohibited.

All non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sony, LUMA, the LUMA logo and i.LINK are trademarks of Sony.

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