Customizing Your Monitor

You can make numerous adjustments to your monitor using the on-screen menu.

Navigating the menu

Press the center of the control button to display the main MENU on your screen. See page 9 for more information on using the control button.

6 CONV (page 10)

 

CONVERGENCE

Select the CONV menu to adjust the

 

picture’s horizontal and vertical

 

convergence.

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7 LANG (page 7)

L ANGUAGE

Select LANG to choose the on-

 

ENGL I SH

screen menu’s language.

FRANÇA I S

DEUT SCH

 

 

ESPAÑOL

 

I T A L I ANO

 

NEDER L ANDS

 

SVENSKA

MENU

 

OK

MENU

MENU

 

 

 

COLOR

CENTER

CONV

GEOM

EXIT

HELP

LANG

SIZE

OPTION

Use the control button to select one of the following menus.

8OPTION (page 11)

Select OPTION to adjust the monitor’s options. The options include:

degaussing the screen

adjusting the moire cancellation level

changing the on-screen menu position

locking the controls

9 EXIT

Select EXIT to close the menu.

OPT I ON

DEGAUSS

ON

1CENTER (page 9)

Selects the CENTER menu to adjust the picture’s centering, size or zoom.

2SIZE (page 9)

Selects the SIZE menu to adjust the picture’s size, centering or zoom.

S I ZE / CENTER

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S I ZE / CENTER

xDisplaying the current input signal

The horizontal and vertical frequencies of the current input signal are displayed in the main MENU. If the signal matches one of this monitor’s factory preset modes, the resolution is also displayed.

MENU

 

OK

MENU

COLOR

CENTER

CONV

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3 GEOM (page 10)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GEOMETRY

 

Select the GEOM menu to adjust the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

picture’s rotation and shape.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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4 HELP (page 12)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HE L P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select the HELP menu to

 

 

 

RE TURN TO MA I N MENU

 

display helpful hints and

RECOMMENDED RESOL UT I ON

 

F L I CKER

 

information about this

 

TH I N

HOR I ZONT A L L I NE

 

monitor.

D I S TORT ED SHAPE

 

OUT

OF FOCUS

 

 

D I SCOLORA T I ON

 

 

 

 

 

5 COLOR (page 10)

 

 

 

 

COLOR

 

Select the COLOR menu to adjust

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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the picture’s color temperature. You

5 0 0 0 K

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

can use this to match the monitor’s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

colors to a printed picture’s colors.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the resolution of the current input signal

 

GEOM

 

 

EXIT

 

HELP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LANG

 

 

SIZE

 

OPTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the

horizontal

 

68 . 7kHz /

85Hz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1024 768

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and vertical

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

frequencies of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the current

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

input signal

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Sony CPD-G200 manual Customizing Your Monitor, Navigating the menu, Displaying the current input signal

CPD-G200 specifications

The Sony CPD-G200 is a notable model in the realm of CRT (cathode ray tube) monitors, recognized for its commitment to image quality and design reliability. Released in the late 1990s, this model quickly became popular among professional graphic designers, gamers, and everyday consumers who appreciated high-resolution displays. One of the standout features of the CPD-G200 is its impressive resolution capability, with support for various resolutions, including 1600 x 1200 at a refresh rate of 85Hz. This quality allows users to experience sharp, detailed images, making it suitable for graphic-intensive applications.

Its 20-inch (51 cm) display size strikes a balance between providing ample screen real estate while maintaining a compact desk footprint. The monitor utilizes Sony's Trinitron technology, which utilizes an aperture grille instead of the shadow mask found in traditional CRT designs. This leads to superior brightness, color accuracy, and overall picture clarity. With a vertical refresh rate range of 48 Hz to 120 Hz, the CPD-G200 is adept at handling both standard desktop tasks and fast-moving video content, ensuring smooth visuals during use.

Another remarkable aspect of the CPD-G200 is its ergonomic design. The user-friendly on-screen display (OSD) allows for easy adjustments of brightness, contrast, and other picture settings, facilitating an optimal viewing experience tailored to individual preferences. The monitor also features tilt and swivel capabilities to enhance user comfort, reducing strain during prolonged usage.

To further enhance its capabilities, the CPD-G200 is equipped with various input options, including standard VGA input, making it compatible with a wide range of computers and devices from the time of its release. Additionally, the monitor was designed with a focus on reduced electromagnetic interference, ensuring a cleaner, flicker-free display that is pleasant on the eyes, crucial for long work sessions.

Overall, the Sony CPD-G200 appeals to users who prioritize exceptional image quality and reliable performance in a CRT monitor. Its combination of advanced technologies and thoughtful design features makes it a noteworthy option for anyone needing a robust display solution in the transitional period before the widespread adoption of LCD technology. Although today’s market has shifted towards flat-screen monitors, the legacy of the CPD-G200 remains significant in the history of display innovation.