TFT LCD Color
Computer Display
SDM-S53
SDM-S73
SDM-S93
© 2003 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Adjusting the picture’s sharpness and centering
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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
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U.S.A.
VESA and DDC are trademarks of the
Video Electronics Standards
Association.
• ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered
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All other product names mentioned
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companies.
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Furthermore, “” and “” are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.
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Note on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
Precautions
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.
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.
(Effective dots: more than 99.99%)
For the customers in the UK
Maintenance
If you use the monitor in the UK, be sure to use the appropriate
UK power cord.
• Be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
cleaning your monitor.
Example of plug types
• 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 monitor is exposed to volatile
solvents such as insecticide, or if prolonged contact is
maintained with rubber or vinyl materials.
for 100 to 120 V AC for 200 to 240 V AC for 240 V AC only
The equipment should be installed near an easily accessible outlet.
Installation
Do not install or leave the monitor:
• In places subject to extreme temperatures, for example near a
radiator, heating vent, or in direct sunlight. Subjecting the
monitor to extreme temperatures, such as in an automobile
parked in direct sunlight or near a heating vent, could cause
deformations of the casing or malfunctions.
Transportation
• Disconnect all cables from the monitor and grasp both side of
the LCD display firmly taking care not to scratch the screen
when transporting. If you drop the monitor, you may be injured
or the monitor may be damaged.
• When you transport this monitor for repair or shipment, use the
original carton and packing materials.
• 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.
Disposal of the monitor
• Do not dispose of this monitor with general
household waste.
Handling the LCD screen
• The fluorescent tube used in this monitor contains
mercury. Disposal of this monitor must be carried out
in accordance to the regulations of your local
sanitation authority.
• Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can damage
the LCD screen. Take care when you place the monitor 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 monitor 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.
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1 1 (Power) switch and 1 (power) indicator
Identifying parts and controls
This switch turns the monitor on when the 1 (power)
indicator lights up in red. To turn the monitor off, press this
switch again.
See the pages in parentheses for further details.
If the 1 (power) indicator does not light up, press the MAIN
POWER switch (6).
Front of the LCD display
This button turns the menu screen on and off.
1
2
These buttons are used to select the menu items and make
adjustments.
MENU
OK
MENU
ECO
This button activates the selected menu item and adjustments
made using the M/m buttons (3).
This button is used to reduce the power consumption.
3
This switch turns the monitor’s main power on and off.
Rear of the LCD display
OK
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4
5
ECO
7
Side view of the LCD display
Remove this cover when you connect cables or cords.
MAIN POWER
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(continued)
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SDM-S53/S73
Setup
Before using your monitor, check that the following items are
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9
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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
The illustration of the back of the monitor show here is the
SDM-S53.
Setup 1:Connect the video signal
cables
SDM-S93
Turn off the monitor and computer before connecting.
Notes
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•
Do not touch the pins of the video signal cable connector as this
might bend the pins.
•
Check the alignment of the HD15 connector to prevent bending the
pins of the video signal cable connector.
8
q;
1
Slide up the back cover.
Tilt the display forward.
2
This connector connects the power cord (supplied).
9 HD15 (RGB) input connector
This connector inputs analog RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p,
positive) and sync signals.
This part secures cables and cords to the monitor.
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 monitor’s HD 15 input connector (analog
RGB).
Connect the computer according to the following illustrations.
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x Connecting to an IBM PC/AT or compatible
Setup 2:Connect the power cord
computerp
1
Connect the supplied power cord securely to the
monitor’s AC IN connector.
to the HD 15
inputconnector
(analog RGB)
2
Connect the other end securely to a power outlet.
SDM-S53/S73
1
to AC IN
to the computer’s HD15 output
connector (analog RGB)
HD15-HD15 video signal
cable (analog RGB)
(supplied)
IBM PC/AT or
compatible computer
x Connecting to a Macintosh computer
to a power outlet
2
to the HD 15
input connector
(analog RGB)
power cord (supplied)
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The illustration of the back of the monitor show here is that
of the SDM-S53.
The same applies for the SDM-S73 model.
SDM-S93
1
HD15-HD15 video
signal cable (analog
RGB) (supplied)
to the computer’s
HD15 output connector
(analog RGB)
to AC IN
Macintosh computer
When connecting a Macintosh computer, use an adapter (not supplied),
if necessary. Connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the
video signal cable.
to a power outlet 2
power cord (supplied)
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SDM-S93
Setup 3:Secure the cords and
close the back cover
1
3
back cover
1
2
3
Slide up the back cover.
Remove the stand cover.
cable holder
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
5
Feed the power cord and the video signal cable into
the stand, and secure them using the cable holder
(SDM-S53/S73).
Feed the power cord through the hole on the left of
the stand and secure the power cord and video
signal cable using the cable holder inside (SDM-
S93).
cable holder
Setup 4:Turn on the monitor and
computer
Replace the stand cover and then slide down the
back cover.
Please be sure that cords come out through the opening at the
bottom of the stand cover, for proper placement of the stand
cover.
1
Press the MAIN POWER switch located on the right
side of the monitor in the direction of the [, if it is not
already pressed. Make sure the 1 (power) indicator
is lit in red.
SDM-S53/S73
1
3
Note
back cover
The monitor is factory shipped with the MAIN POWER switch set to on
([).
lights in red
cable holder
MAIN POWER
2
4
stand
cover
cable holder
2
Press the 1 (power) switch on the front right of the
monitor.
The 1 (power) indicator lights up in green.
Illustrations of monitor rear are the SDM-S53.
The same applies for the SDM-S73 model.
lights in green
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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.
Grasp the sides of the LCD panel, then adjust screen
angles.
If no picture appears on your screen
• Check that the power cord and the video signal cable are
properly connected.
approx. approx.
5°
30°
• 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.
• If “CABLE DISCONNECTED” appears on the screen:
Check that the video signal cable is properly connected.
• If “OUT OF RANGE” appears on the screen:
Reconnect the old monitor. Then adjust the computer’s
graphics board within the following ranges.
SDM-S53
SDM-S73/S93
Horizontal
frequency
28–61 kHz
28–80 kHz
SDM-S93 only
Vertical
frequency
48–75 Hz
48–75 Hz
Resolution
1024 × 768 or less 1280 × 1024 or less
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For more information about the on-screen messages, see “Trouble
No need for specific drivers
The monitor complies with the “DDC” Plug & Play standard and
automatically detects all the monitor’s information. No specific driver
needs to be installed to the computer.
MENU
OK
EC
O
The first time you turn on your computer after connecting the monitor, the
setup Wizard may appear on the screen. In this case, follow the on-screen
instructions. The Plug & Play monitor is automatically selected so that
you can use this monitor.
approx.
175°
The vertical frequency turns to 60 Hz.
Since flickers are unobtrusive on the monitor, you can use it as it is. You
do not need to set the vertical frequency to any particular high value.
approx. 175°
To use the monitor comfortably
Adjust the viewing angle of your monitor according to the height
of your desk and chair, and so that light is not reflected from the
screen to your eyes.
Note
When adjusting the screen tilt and height, proceed slowly and carefully,
being sure not to hit the monitor against the desk.
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4 SCREEN
SCREEN
Select the SCREEN menu to
adjust the picture’s sharpness
(phase/pitch) or its centering
(horizontal/vertical
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.
AUTO
PHASE
P I TCH
H
V
CENTER
CENTER
position).
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
5 COLOR
Select the COLOR menu to
adjust the color temperature
of the picture. This adjusts
the tone of the screen.
You can make numerous adjustments to your monitor using the
on-screen menu.
COLOR
9 3 0 0 K
6 5 0 0 K
USER
AD J U S T
Navigating the menu
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your screen.
See page 11 for more information on using the MENU button.
6 GAMMA
Select the GAMMA menu to
change the picture’s color
shade setting.
GAMMA
GAMMA 1
GAMMA 2
GAMMA 3
BACKL I GHT
MENU
,
1 0 0
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
7 MENU POSITION
MENU POS I T I ON
Select the MENU
POSITION to change the on-
screen menu position.
Use the M/m and OK buttons to select the icons in the above main
menu illustration. The following 1~9 menu appears. Keep
pressing m to scroll down until the icons in menu 9 appear. See
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
1 BACKLIGHT
BACKL I GHT
8 LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE
Select LANGUAGE to
change the language used on
menus or messages.
Select the BACKLIGHT
menu to adjust the brightness
of the backlight.
ENGL I SH
FRANÇA I S
DEUTSCH
ESPA ÑOL
I TA L I ANO
1 0 0
ZZ...
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
CONTRAST
Reset the adjustments to the
default settings.
Select the CONTRAST
menu to adjust the picture
contrast.
RESET
O K
CANCEL
1 0 0
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
3 BRIGHTNESS 8
BR I GHTNESS
q; MENU LOCK
MENU LOCK
Select the BRIGHTNESS
menu to adjust the picture
brightness (black level).
O N
OFF
Lock the control of buttons to
prevent accidental
1 0 0
adjustments or resetting.
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
1 2 8 0 x 1 0 2 4 / 6 0 H z
EX I T
10
x Using the MENU, M/m, and OK buttons
Adjusting the backlight
(BACKLIGHT)
1
2
3
Display the main menu.
Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your
screen.
If the screen is too bright, adjust the backlight and make the screen
easier to see.
MENU
Note
The backlight cannot be adjusted when the ECO mode is set to HIGH,
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
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.
Press the M/m buttons to select
and press the OK button.
(BACKLIGHT)
The BACKLIGHT menu appears on the screen.
OK
3
Press the M/m buttons to adjust the light level and
press the OK button.
,
6 Adjusting the contrast
(CONTRAST)
Adjust the menu.
Press the M/m buttons to make the adjustment, then press the
OK button.
Adjust the picture contrast.
When you press the OK button, the setting is stored, then the
display returns to the previous menu.
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The contrast cannot be adjusted when the ECO mode is set to HIGH,
OK
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
,
Press the M/m buttons to select 6 (CONTRAST) and
press the OK button.
The CONTRAST menu appears on the screen.
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 30 seconds.
3
Press the M/m buttons to adjust the contrast and
press the OK button.
MENU
Adjusting the black level of an
image (BRIGHTNESS)
Adjust the picture brightness (black level).
Note
x Resetting the adjustments to the detault
The brightness cannot be adjusted when the ECO mode is set to HIGH,
settings
You can reset the adjustments using the RESET menu. For more
information about resetting the adjustments, see 0 (RESET) on
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
Press the M/m buttons to select 8 (BRIGHTNESS)
and press the OK button.
The BRIGHTNESS menu appears on the screen.
3
Press the M/m buttons to adjust the brightness and
press the OK button.
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2
3
Load the CD-ROM.
Adjusting the picture’s
sharpness and centering
(SCREEN)
Start the CD-ROM, select the area and model, and
display the test pattern.
For Windows
Click [Utility] t [Windows]/[Win Utility.exe].
For Macintosh
Click [Utility] t [Mac]/[Mac Utility].
x Automatic picture quality adjustment
function
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5
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
When the monitor receives an input signal, it
automatically adjusts the picture’s position and
sharpness (phase/pitch), and ensures that a clear
Press the M/m buttons to select
press the OK button.
The SCREEN menu appears on the screen.
(SCREEN) and
Note
While the automatic picture quality adjustment function is activated, only
the 1 (power) switch will operate.
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7
Press the M/m buttons to select PHASE and press
the OK button.
The PHASE menu appears on the screen.
If the automatic picture quality adjustment function of
this monitor seems to not completely adjust the picture
You can make further automatic adjustment of the picture quality
for the current input signal. (See AUTO below.)
Press the M/m buttons until the horizontal stripes
are at a minimum.
Adjust so that the horizontal stripes are at a minimum.
If you still need to make further adjustments to the
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.
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9
Press the OK button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
If vertical stripes are observed over the entire screen, adjust
pitch by the following steps.
x Make further automatic adjustments to the
picture quality for the current input signal
(AUTO)
Press the M/m buttons to select PITCH and press the
OK button.
The PITCH menu appears on the screen.
1
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
10 Press the M/m buttons until the vertical stripes
disappear.
2
Press the M/m buttons to select
press the OK button.
The SCREEN menu appears on the screen.
(SCREEN) and
Adjust so that the vertical stripes disappear.
3
4
Press the M/m buttons to select AUTO and press the
OK button.
Make the appropriate adjustments of the screen’s phase, pitch
and horizontal/vertical position for the current input signal
and store them.
Press the M/m buttons to select
button.
and press the OK
11 Click [END] on the screen to turn off the test pattern.
Return to the menu screen.
12 Press the OK button.
x Adjust the picture’s sharpness manually
(PHASE/PITCH)
Return to the SCREEN menu.
13 Press the M/m buttons to select
button.
and press the OK
You can adjust the picture’s sharpness as follows.
Return to the menu screen.
1
Set the resolution to 1024 × 768 (SDM-S53)
1280 × 1024 (SDM-S73/S93) on the computer.
12
x Adjust the picture’s position manually
(H CENTER/V CENTER)
If the picture is not in the center of the screen, adjust the picture’s
Adjusting the color temperature
(COLOR)
centering as follows.
You can select the color level of the picture’s white color field
from the default color temperature settings.
Also, if necessary, you can fine tune the color temperature.
1
Set the resolution to 1024 × 768 (SDM-S53)
1280 × 1024 (SDM-S73/S93) on the computer.
2
3
Load the CD-ROM.
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
Start the CD-ROM, select the area and model, and
display the test pattern.
For Windows
Click [Utility] t [Windows]/[Win Utility.exe].
For Macintosh
Press the M/m buttons to select
press the OK button.
The COLOR menu appears on the screen.
(COLOR) and
Click [Utility] t [Mac]/[Mac Utility].
3
Press the M/m buttons to select the desired color
temperature and press the OK button.
Whites will change from a bluish hue to reddish hue as the
temperature is lowered from 9300K (default setting) to
6500K.
4
5
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
Press the M/m buttons to select
press the OK button.
The SCREEN menu appears on the screen.
(SCREEN) and
x Fine tuning the color temperature
(USER ADJUSTMENT)
6
7
Press the M/m buttons to select H CENTER or V
CENTER and press the OK button.
The H CENTER or V CENTER menu appears on the screen.
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
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Press the M/m buttons to select
press the OK button.
The COLOR menu appears on the screen.
(COLOR) and
Press the M/m buttons to center the test pattern in
the screen.
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9
Click [END] on the screen to turn off the test pattern.
3
Press the M/m buttons to select “ADJUST” and
press the OK button.
The fine tuning menu for color temperature appears on the
Press the OK button.
Return to the SCREEN menu.
screen.
10 Press the M/m buttons to select
button.
and press the OK
USER A D J U S T MENT
R
G
B
1 2 8
1 2 8
1 2 8
Return to the menu screen.
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4
5
Press the M/m buttons to select R (Red) or B (Blue)
and press the OK button. Then press the M/m
buttons to adjust the color temperature and press
the OK button.
Since this adjustment changes the color temperature by
increasing or decreasing the R and B components with respect
to G (green), the G component is fixed.
Press the M/m buttons to select
, then press the
OK button.
The new color setting is stored in memory for USER
ADJUSTMENT and automatically recalled whenever USER
is selected.
The main menu appears on the screen.
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0 Resetting the adjustment data
to the defaults (RESET)
Changing the gamma setting
(GAMMA)
Reset the adjustments to the default settings.
You can associate the picture’s color shade on the screen with the
picture’s original color shade.
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
Press the M/m buttons to select 0 (RESET) and
press the OK button.
Press the M/m buttons to select
press the OK button.
(GAMMA) and
The RESET menu appears on the screen.
The GAMMA menu appears on the screen.
3
Press the M/m buttons to select the desired mode
and press the OK button.
• OK: To reset all of the adjustment data to the default
3
Press the M/m buttons to select the desired mode
and press the OK button.
settings. Note that the
(LANGUAGE) setting is
not reset by this method.
• CANCEL:To cancel resetting and return to the menu
screen.
Changing the menu’s position
(MENU POSITION)
You can change the menu position if it is blocking an image on
the screen.
Locking the menus and
controls (MENU LOCK)
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
Lock the control of buttons to prevent accidental adjustments or
resetting.
Press the M/m buttons to select
POSITION) and press the OK button.
(MENU
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
The MENU POSITION menu appears on the screen.
Press the M/m buttons to select
(MENU LOCK)
3
Press the M/m buttons to select the desired position
and press the OK button.
and press the OK button.
The MENU LOCK menu appears on the screen.
You can choose one of 9 positions where the menu will
appear.
3
Press the M/m buttons to select ON or OFF and
press the OK button.
• ON: Only the 1 (power) switch will operate. If you
Selecting the on-screen menu
language (LANGUAGE)
attempt any other operation, the
icon appears on the screen.
(MENU LOCK)
• OFF:Set
(MENU LOCK) to off. If
(MENU
You can change the language used on menus or messages
displayed on this monitor.
LOCK) has been set to ON, when you press the
MENU button,
selected.
(MENU LOCK) is automatically
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
Press the M/m buttons to select
and press the OK button.
(LANGUAGE)
The LANGUAGE menu appears on the screen.
3
Press the M/m buttons to select a language and
press the OK button.
• ENGLISH
• FRANÇAIS: French
• DEUTSCH: German
• ESPAÑOL: Spanish
• ITALIANO: Italian
• NEDERLANDS: Dutch
• SVENSKA: Swedish
•
•
•
: Russian
: Japanese
: Chinese
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Reducing the power consumption
(ECO mode)
Technical Features
If you press the ECO button on the front of the monitor
repeatedly, you can select the screen brightness.
Power saving function
This monitor meets the power-saving guidelines set by VESA,
ENERGY STAR, 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 as shown below.
:
ECO USER
1 0 0
ECO
:
ECO HIGH
SDM-S53
Power mode Power consumption 1 (power)
,
indicator
:
ECO MIDDLE
normal
operation
25 W (max.)
1 W (max.)
1 W (max.)
green
active off*
(deep sleep)**
orange
:
ECO LOW
power off
red
off
main power off 0 W
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.
SDM-S73
Power mode Power consumption 1 (power)
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indicator
The default setting of the screen brightness is set to “USER”.
If you select “USER”, you can adjust the backlight level by
pressing the M/m buttons, the same as when you select
BACKLIGHT using the menu.
normal
operation
45 W (max.)
1 W (max.)
1 W (max.)
green
active off*
(deep sleep)**
orange
NOTE
power off
red
off
Only while the ECO mode is set to “USER”, are the BACKLIGHT,
CONTRAST, and BRIGHTNESS items of the menu available (page 11).
main power off 0 W
Automatic picture quality
adjustment function
SDM-S93
Power mode Power consumption 1 (power)
indicator
When the monitor 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.
normal
operation
50 W (max.)
1 W (max.)
1 W (max.)
green
active off*
(deep sleep)**
orange
power off
red
off
The factory preset mode
main power off 0 W
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. If the input signal matches the factory preset mode,
the picture appears on the screen automatically with the
appropriate default adjustments.
*
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 monitor enters the power saving mode.
** “deep sleep” is the power saving mode defined by the Environmental
Protection Agency.
If input signals do not match one of the factory
preset modes
When the monitor receives an input signal that does not match one
of the factory preset modes, the automatic picture quality
adjustment function of this monitor is activated to ensure that a
clear picture always appears on the screen (within the following
monitor frequency ranges):
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Horizontal frequency: 28–61 kHz (SDM-S53)
28–80 kHz (SDM-S73/S93)
Vertical frequency: 48–75 Hz
Consequently, the first time the monitor receives input signals
that do not match one of the factory preset modes, the monitor
may take a longer time than normal to display the picture on the
screen. This adjustment data is automatically stored in memory so
that next time, the monitor will function in the same way as when
the monitor receives the signals that match one of the factory
preset modes.
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,
If you adjust the phase, pitch, and picture position
manually
If “OUT OF RANGE” appears on the screen
For some input signals, the automatic picture quality adjustment
function of this monitor may not completely adjust the picture
position, phase, and pitch. In this case, you can set these
manually, they are stored in memory as user modes and
automatically recalled whenever the monitor receives the same
input signals.
This indicates that the input signal is not supported by the
monitor’s specifications. Check the following items.
For more information about on-screen messages, see “Trouble
If “xxx.x kHz/xxx Hz” is displayed
This indicates that either the horizontal or vertical frequency
is not supported by the monitor’s specifications.
The figures indicate the horizontal and vertical frequencies of
the current input signal.
Note
While the automatic picture quality adjustment function is activated, only
the 1 (power) switch will operate.
I NFORMAT I ON
OUT OF RANGE
x x x . x kHz / x x xHz
If “RESOLUTION > 1024 × 768” is displayed
(SDM-S53)
This indicates that the resolution is not supported by the
monitor’s specifications (1024 × 768 or less).
If “RESOLUTION > 1280 × 1024” is displayed
(SDM-S73/S93)
This indicates that the resolution is not supported by the
monitor’s specifications (1280 × 1024 or less).
I NFORMAT I ON
OUT OF RANGE
RESOLUT I ON
>
1. 2 8 0X1 0 2 4
If “NO INPUT SIGNAL” appears on the screen
This indicates that no signal is being input.
I NFORMAT I ON
NO I NPUT S I GNAL
GO TO POWER SAVE
“GO TO POWER SAVE”
The monitor will enter the power saving mode after about 5
seconds from the time the message is displayed.
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If “CABLE DISCONNECTED” appears on the
screen
This indicates that the video signal cable has been disconnected.
I NFORMAT I ON
CABLE D I SCONNECTED
GO TO POWER SAVE
“GO TO POWER SAVE”
The monitor will enter the power saving mode after about 5
seconds from the time the message is displayed.
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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.
Use the self-diagnosis function (page 20) if the following recommendations do not resolve the problem.
Symptom
No picture
Check these items
If the 1 (power) indicator is not lit, • Check that the power cord is properly connected.
light up when the 1 (power) switch
is pressed,
If the 1 (power) indicator turns on
• Check that the 1 (power) switch is on.
in red,
If the 1 (power) indicator is green
or flashing orange,
If CABLE DISCONNECTED
appears on the screen,
• Check that the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated in
• Check that the video input connector’s pins are not bent or pushed in.
• A non-supplied video signal cable is connected. If you connect a non-supplied video
signal cable, CABLE DISCONNECTED may appear on the screen before entering the
power saving mode. This is not a malfunction.
If NO INPUT SIGNAL appears on
the screen, or 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
• Check that the video input connector’s pins are not bent or pushed in.
x Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not
caused by the monitor
• The computer is in the power saving mode. Try pressing any key on the keyboard or
moving the mouse.
• Check that your graphics board is installed properly.
• Check that the computer’s power is on.
• Restart the computer.
If OUT OF RANGE appears on the
x Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not
caused by the monitor
• Check that the video frequency range is within that specified for the monitor. If you
replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and adjust the
computer’s graphics board within the following ranges:
Horizontal: 28 – 61 kHz (SDM-S53), 28 – 80 kHz (SDM-S73/S93)
Vertical: 48 – 75 Hz
Resolution: 1024 × 768 or less (SDM-S53), 1280 × 1024 or less (SDM-S73/S93)
If using Windows,
• If you replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and do the
following. Select “SONY” from the “Manufacturers” list and select “SDM-S53,” “SDM-
S73” or “SDM-S93” from the “Models” list in the Windows device selection screen. If the
model name of this monitor does not appear in the “Models” list, try “Plug & Play.”
If using a Macintosh system,
• When connecting a Macintosh computer, use an adapter (not supplied) if necessary.
Connect the adapter to the computer before connecting the video signal cable.
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.
• Try plugging the monitor 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 monitor
• Check your graphics board manual for the proper monitor setting.
• Confirm that the graphics mode (VESA, Macintosh 19" Color, etc.) and the frequency of
the input signal are supported by this monitor. Even if the frequency is within the proper
range, some graphics 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.
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Symptom
Check these items
Picture is fuzzy
x Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not
caused by the monitor
• Set the resolution to 1024 × 768 (SDM-S53), 1280 × 1024 (SDM-S73/S93) 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
the edges.
Picture is too small
Picture is dark
x Problems caused by a computer or other equipment connected, and not
caused by the monitor
• Set the resolution to 1024 × 768 (SDM-S53), 1280 × 1024 (SDM-S73/S93) on your
computer.
• It takes a few minutes for the display to become bright after turning on the monitor.
• The screen might turn darker, depends on ECO mode you selected.
Wavy or elliptical pattern (moire)
is visible
Color is not uniform
White does not look white
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Monitor buttons do not operate
(
appears on the screen)
The monitor turns off after a while xProblems caused by the connected computer or other equipment
• Set the computer’s power saving setting to off.
After turnig 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 monitor
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 monitor’s information
Self-diagnosis function
While the monitor is receiving a video signal, press and
hold the MENU button for more than 5 seconds until the
information box appears.
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 in 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 or moving the mouse.
Press the MENU button again to make the box disappear.
MENU
1 (power)
indicator
Example
INFORMATION
Model name
MODEL : SDM-S53
Serial number
SER. NO : 1234567
MANUFACTURED : 2003-52
Week and year
of manufacture
If any problem persists, call your authorized Sony dealer and give
the following information:
• Model name: SDM-S53 or SDM-S73 or SDM-S93
• Serial number
• Detailed description of the problem
• Date of purchase
If the picture disappears from the screen and the
1 (power) indicator is green
• Name and specifications of your computer and graphics board
1
2
Turn off the 1 (power) switch and disconnect the
video signal cables from the monitor.
Turn the monitor on by pressing the 1 (power)
switch.
If all four color bars appear (white, red, green, blue), the monitor
is working properly. Reconnect the video signal 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 picture disappears from the screen and the
1 (power) indicator is flashing orange
Press the 1 (power) switch twice to turn the monitor off
and then on.
If the 1 (power) indicator lights up in 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 graphics board.
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Specifications
SDM-S73/S93
LCD panel
SDM-S53
Panel type: a-Si TFT Active Matrix
Picture size: 17.0 inch (SDM-S73)
Picture size: 19.0 inch (SDM-S93)
RGB operating frequency*
Horizontal: 28 – 80 kHz
Vertical: 48 – 75 Hz
Horizontal: Max.1280 dots
Vertical: Max.1024 lines
RGB video signal
LCD panel
Panel type: a-Si TFT Active Matrix
Picture size: 15.0 inch
RGB operating frequency*
Horizontal: 28 – 61 kHz
Vertical: 48 – 75 Hz
Horizontal: Max.1024 dots
Vertical: Max.768 lines
RGB video signal
Input signal format
Input signal format
Resolution
Resolution
Input signal levels
Input signal levels
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω, positive
SYNC signal
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω, positive
SYNC signal
TTL level, 2.2 kΩ,
positive or negative
(Separate horizontal and vertical,
or composite sync)
0.3 Vp-p, 75Ω, negative
(Sync on green)
TTL level, 2.2 kΩ,
positive or negative
(Separate horizontal and vertical,
or composite sync)
0.3 Vp-p, 75Ω, negative
(Sync on green)
Power requirements
100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz,
Max. 0.6 A
Max. 25 W
Power requirements
Power consumption
Operating temperature
100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz,
Max. 1.0 A
Max. 45 W (SDM-S73)
Max. 50 W (SDM-S93)
5 – 35 °C
Power consumption
Operating temperature
5 – 35 °C
Dimensions (width/height/depth)
Display (upright):
Approx. 339
Dimensions (width/height/depth)
Display (upright):
Approx. 367
×
370
×
186 mm
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3
5
3
(13 /8 × 14 /8 × 7 /8 inches)
(with stand)
×
411
×
215 mm
1
1
1
(14 /2 × 16 /4 × 8 /2 inches)
(with stand) (SDM-S73)
Approx. 339
(13 /8 × 10 /8 × 2 /8 inches)
(without stand)
×
275
×
53 mm
3
7
1
Approx. 412
(16 /4 × 17 /8 × 9 /4 inches)
(with stand) (SDM-S93)
×
445
×
234 mm
1
5
1
Mass
Approx. 3.7 kg (8 lb 2 oz)
(with stand)
Approx. 367
(14 /2 × 12 /2 × 2 /8 inches)
(without stand) (SDM-S73)
×
315
×
60 mm
Approx. 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz)
(without stand)
DDC2B
1
1
3
Plug & Play
Accessories
Approx. 412
×
350
×
64 mm
1
7
5
(16 /4 × 13 /8 × 2 /8 inches)
(without stand) (SDM-S93)
Approx. 5.4 kg (11 lb 14 oz)
(with stand) (SDM-S73)
Approx. 6.6 kg (14 lb 8 oz)
(with stand) (SDM-S93)
Approx. 4.1 kg (9lb)
Mass
(without stand) (SDM-S73)
Approx. 5.2 kg (11 lb 7 oz)
(without stand) (SDM-S93)
DDC2B
Plug & Play
Accessories
* 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.
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と、受信障害を引き起こすことがあります。
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て、本製品
タープログラムの基準に適合
していると判断します。
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本製品は社団法人電子情報技術産業協会が定めた「表示装置
の静電気および低周 波電磁界」に関するガイドラインに適合
しております。
This monitor complies with
the TCO’99 guidelines.
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Owner’s Record
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:
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Plug Type
Cord
Length
Rating
Nema-Plug 5-15p
Type SVT or SJT, minimum 3 × 18 AWG
Maximum 15 feet
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
Minimum 7 A, 125 V
NOTICE
Cette notice s’applique aux Etats-Unis et au Canada
uniquement.
Dangerously high voltages are present inside the
unit. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
Si cet appareil est export* aux Etats-Unis ou au Canada, utiliser
le cordon d’alimentation portant la mention UL LISTED/CSA
LABELLED et remplissant les conditions suivantes:
SPECIFICATIONS
Type de fiche Fiche Nema 5-15 broches
Cordon
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.
Type SVT ou SJT, minimum 3 × 18 AWG
Maximum 15 pieds
Minimum 7 A, 125 V
Longueur
Tension
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony
Corporation has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
– 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.
This monitor complies with the
TCO’99 guidelines.
IMPORTANTE
Para prevenir cualquier mal funcionamiento y evitar daños, por
favor, lea detalladamente este manual de instrucciones antes
de conectar y operar este equipo.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669)
or write to:
Sony Customer Information Center
1 Sony Drive, Mail Drop #T1-11, Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
SONY
SDM-S53/S73/S93
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address:
680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,
NJ 07649 USA
201-930-6972
Telephone No.:
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.
BZ03
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TCO’99 Eco-document
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): [email protected]
Current information regarding TCO’99 approved and labelled
products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address:
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.
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.
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.
x Why do we have environmentally labelled com-
puters?
Cadmium**
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment,
ergonomics, usability, emission of electric and magnetic fields, energy
consumption and electrical and fire safety.
*
Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within
living organisms.
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.
** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-
accumulative.
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.
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