SDM-M51 SERVICE MANUAL US Model Canadian Model AEP Model SPECIFICATIONS LCD panel Panel type: a-Si TFT Active Matrix Dimensions (width/height/depth) Picture size: 15.1 inch Display (upright): Input signal format RGB operating frequency* Approx. 387 345 180 mm Horizontal: 28 – 64 kHz inches) Vertical: 48 –...
SDM-M51 Power saving function Automatic picture quality adjustment function This monitor meets the power-saving guidelines set by VESA, NERGY TAR, and NUTEK. If the monitor is connected to a When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically computer or video graphics board that is DPMS (Display Power...
SDM-M51 TIMING SPECIFICATION PRESET MODE MODE 1 MODE 2 MODE 3 MODE 4 MODE 5 MODE 6 MODE 7 MODE 8 SIGNAL MODE VESA 60Hz MAC 66Hz VESA 75Hz VESA 70Hz VESA 56Hz VESA 60Hz VESA 72Hz VESA 75Hz RESOLUTION...
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VIEWS AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL FOR Parts on Set SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS AP- PEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLE- MENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY. CIRCUIT ADJUST- MENTS THAT ARE CRITICAL FOR SAFE OPERATION ARE IDENTIFIED IN THIS MANUAL.
SDM-M51 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Title Page 1. GENERAL ..............1-1 2. DISASSEMBLY 2-1. Bezel Assy, and Back Cabinet Removal ... 2-1 2-2. TFT Panel and H Board Removal ......2-2 2-3. DC-AC Inverter Removal ........2-2 2-4. A Board and J2 Board Removal ......2-3 2-5.
For use only with power supply LIEN, LE-9702B-01A Consult your Sony dealer when replacing the fluorescent tube. 6 OK button (page 12) This button selects the item or executes the settings in the The equipment should be installed near an easily accessible outlet.
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Rear of the LCD display qd HD15 (RGB) input connector/HD15 (RGB) video x Connecting to a Macintosh or compatible signal cable (page 7) Setup computer This connector inputs RGB video signals (0.7 Vp-p, positive) Use the supplied Macintosh adapter. and SYNC signals. Before using your monitor, check that the following accessories are included in your carton: 5 4 3 2 1...
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Adjusting the monitor’s resolution and color number Step 5: Turn on the monitor and Step 2: Connect the audio cord Step 4: Secure the cords and close Adjust the monitor’s resolution and color number by referring to your computer’s instruction manual. The color number may vary according to computer the back cover your computer or video board.
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Grasp the lower sides of the LCD panel, then adjust 4 V CENTER (page 13) Adjusting the tilt and height V CENT ER screen height. Customizing Your Monitor Select the V CENTER menu to adjust the picture’s vertical This display can be adjusted within the angles shown below. centering.
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x Using the MENU, M(+)/m(–), and OK buttons Press the M(+)/m(–) buttons to select (PHASE) Adjusting the contrast (CONTRAST) Eliminating flicker or blurring and press the OK button. (PHASE/PITCH) The PHASE menu appears on the screen. Display the main menu. Contrast adjustment is made using a separate CONTRAST menu Press the MENU button to display the main menu on your from the main menu (page 11).
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To change the GAMMA setting Adjusting the color temperature Resetting the adjustments (RESET) Additional settings (Option) You can select the GAMMA setting from [1] - [3]. The highest (COLOR) setting is [3]. This monitor has the following two reset methods. Use the You can adjust the following options: RESET menu to reset the adjustments.
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Selecting the on-screen menu language Automatic picture quality Technical Features English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Japanese versions adjustment function of the on-screen menus are available. The default setting is English. First press the M(+)/m(–) buttons to select When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically Power saving function (LANGUAGE) and press the OK button.
• If you replaced an old monitor with this monitor, reconnect the old monitor and do the following. Select “SONY” from the “Manufactures” list and select “SDM-M51” from the “Models” list in the Windows 95/98/2000 device selection screen. If “SDM-M51” does I NFORMA T I ON not appear in the “Models”...
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• Vertical blanking width should be more than 450 µsec. flashes of the 1 (power) indicator and inform your authorized Sony dealer of the monitor’s condition. Be sure to note the model Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
SDM-M51 2-2. TFT PANEL AND H BOARD REMOVAL Four screws (+PVM 3 x 8) CN801 TFT panel H board to CN3 to CN2 2-3. JI BOARD REMOVAL Tree screws (+PM 3 x 4) Shield cover(B) Tree screws (+PM 3 x 4)
SDM-M51 2-4. A BOARD AND J2 BOARD REMOVAL 1 Three screws (+PM 3 x 4) 2 Shield cover (A) A board CN702 3 Three screws (+PM 3 x 4) 5 Screw (+PTP 3 x 6) 6 J2 board...
3-1. FUNCTIONAL ALIGINMENT (1) Procedures of how to go to service mode. 1. Hold "+" and "-" key power on, SDM-M51 goes into service mode. 2. Press "MENU" key-----ODS display. 3. Press "-" key to go to second page's late icon.
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3. An error message would pop up should communication fail. This paper documents the functional alignment (Used Color meter A 'BREAK' icon would show up on the dialog screen. If this ) procedure of Sony LCD monitor SDM-M51. happens, check the hardware setup, communication cable, and the connection.
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SDM-M51 Table 1: Default data for color adjustment Color 9300K 6500K 5000K Brightness (G) Contrast (G) Sub-Brt-R Sub-Brt-B Sub-Brt-G Sub-Cont-R Sub-Cont-B Sub-Cont-G Table 2: Specifications for Color adjustment Color Y (40% IRE) 9300 6500 5000 Tole Y: Luminance measurements are in cd/m...
SECTION 4 DIAGRAMS 4-1. BLOCK DIAGRAMS IC10 ADC/ZOOM ENGINE CN906 DCLK PCLKA GREEN ADC GND ADC GND H SYNC BLUE GREEN GREEN GREEN V SYNC HS IN ADC GND ADC GND VS IN BLUE BLUE BLUE ADC GND D-SUB ADC GND PDR 0 HS IN HS IN...
SDM-M51 SECTION 5 EXPLODED VIEWS NOTE: • Items with no part number and no • Items marked " * " are not stocked since ¡ The components identified by mark description are not stocked because they they are seldom required for routine are critical for safety.
SDM-M51 ¡ The components identified by mark 5-2. PACKING MATERIALS are critical for safety. Replace only with part number specified. Les composants identifiés par une ¡ marque sont critiques pour la sécurité. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce portant le numéro spécifié.
SDM-M51 ¡ The components identified by mark Les composants identifiés par une SECTION 6 ¡ are critical for safety. marque sont critiques pour la sécurité. Replace only with part number specified. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST portant le numéro spécifié.
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SDM-M51 ¡ Les composants identifiés par une The components identified by mark ¡ marque sont critiques pour la sécurité. are critical for safety. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce Replace only with part number specified. portant le numéro spécifié.
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SDM-M51 ¡ The components identified by mark Les composants identifiés par une ¡ are critical for safety. marque sont critiques pour la sécurité. (a)(h) Replace only with part number specified. Ne les remplacer que par une pièce portant le numéro spécifié.
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SDM-M51 ¡ The components identified by mark Les composants identifiés par une ¡ marque sont critiques pour la sécurité. are critical for safety. (h)(j1)(j2) Ne les remplacer que par une pièce Replace only with part number specified. portant le numéro spécifié.