On Repacking

Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. They make an ideal container which to transport the unit.

On Mounting on a Rack

Leave 1U space empty above and below the monitor to ensure adequate air circulation or install a fan to maintain the monitor’s performance.

If you have any questions about this unit, contact your authorized Sony dealer.

On Fan Error (LMD-2450W)

The fan for cooling the unit is built in. When the fan stops and the RETURN button on the front panel blinks for fan error indication, turn off the power and contact an authorized Sony dealer.

About this manual

The instructions in this manual are for the following two models:

•LMD-2050W

•LMD-2450W

The illustration of LMD-2050W is used for the explanations.

Any differences in specifications are clearly indicated in the text.

Features

The LMD-2450W (24-inch)/LMD-2050W (20-inch) is a multiple format LCD monitor for broadcast or business use featuring a precise image and high performance. It supports both digital or analog main broadcast signal and PC input. It is also equipped with functions to adjust for various objects or use.

High brightness LCD panel

Because of precise image, wide viewing angle technology and high speed response, real color image can be reproduced.

Multi-format

The monitor supports the video, Y/C, RGB, component, SDI (HD/D1, when the optional input adaptor is used.) signals and NTSC/PAL color systems. HD15 (analog) and DVI-D (digital) connectors are equipped for the PC input.

For more information, refer to “Available signal formats” on page 34.

Expandable input capability

The input connector configuration can be easily modified by installing the optional input adaptor into the optional input slot on the bottom of the monitor. Up to two adaptors can be installed.

For more information, refer to “Available signal formats” on page 34.

External remote function

The input signal is selected or various items are adjusted by use of the serial (Ethernet) remote function. Up to 32 monitors and control units (max. 4) can be connected by the Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) connection and controlled remotely on the network. You can control individual monitors or monitor groups simply by entering the monitor ID or group ID number. You can also execute the same operation on all connected monitors, or put all connected monitors into the same setup and adjustment state.

For more information, refer to SERIAL REMOTE of “REMOTE menu” on page 29.

Refer to the Operation Manual of the BKM-15R Monitor Control Unit.

Monitor stand with tilt function

A monitor stand with tilt function is equipped. You can select the height of the monitor by adjusting the height, when it is used on a desk.

For more information, refer to “Adjusting the Height of the Stand” on page 14.

6 Features