Precautions
On safety
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power
consumption, etc., is located on the rear.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be
used for several days or more.
• To disconnect the AC power cord, pull it out by
grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and shall be easily accessible.
Handling the LCD screen
• Bright or dark points of lights (red, blue or green) may
appear on the LCD screen. This is not a malfunction.
The LCD screen is made with high-precision
technology with more than 99.99 % of the picture
elements intact. However, some picture elements may
not appear intermittently.
• Do not leave the LCD screen facing the sun as it can
damage the LCD screen. Take care when you place
the unit by a window.
• Do not push or scratch the LCD monitor's screen. Do
not place a heavy object on the LCD monitor's screen.
This may cause the screen to lose uniformity.
• If the unit is used in a cold place, horizontal lines or a
residual image may appear on the screen. This is not
a malfunction. When the monitor becomes warm, the
screen returns to normal.
• If a still picture is displayed for a long time, a residual
image may appear. The residual image will eventually
disappear.
• The screen and the cabinet become warm during
operation. This is not a malfunction.
About the fluorescent tube
A specially designed fluorescent tube is installed as the
lighting apparatus for this unit. If the LCD screen
becomes dark, unstable or does not turn on, consult your
Sony dealer.
Maintenance
• 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 benzine.
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Precautions / Features
• Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with
sharp or abrasive items, such as a ball-point pen or
screwdriver. This type of contact may result in a
scratched picture panel.
• Clean the screen with a soft cloth. If you use a glass
cleaning liquid, do not use any type of cleaner
containing an antistatic solution or similar additive as
this may scratch the screen's coating.
Disposal of the unit
• Do not dispose of the unit with general waste. Do not
dispose of the monitor with household waste.
• The fluorescent tube contains mercury. Dispose of the
monitor in accordance with the regulations of on local
sanitation authority.
If you have any questions about this unit, contact an
authorized Sony dealer.
Features
The LMD-170W is a 17-inch widescreen LCD monitor,
and the LMD-230W is a 23-inch widescreen LCD
monitor.
High brightness LCD panel
Because of the monitor's high brightness, high contrast,
high speed response, and wide viewing angle
technology, it can be used under various lighting
conditions.
Rack mount monitors (LMD-170W only)
The LMD-170W can be installed in a standard 19-inch
rack. This is essential when space is paramount in
crowded OB vehicles.
Optional monitor stand with tilt function
You can install the LMD-170W/230W on the optional
SU-558 monitor stand, for easy positioning with other
equipment, thanks to its tilt function.
Lightweight, thin design
The lightweight, thin design reduces the load for an OB
vehicle and the space needed for installation.
3-color tally lamp
The tally lamp lights in red, green or amber to monitor
each input picture and check the on-air mode.