SymptomCheck these itemsSelf-diagnosis function
Picture is ghostingY Eliminate the use of video cable extensions and/or video switch boxes.Specifications
Y Check that all plugs are Ţrmly seated in their sockets.This monitor is equipped with a self-diagnosis function. If there is
a problem with your monitor or computer, the screen will go CRT0.24 mm aperture grille pitch (center)
Picture is not centered or sizYed Perform the (AUTO) function (page 11).19 inches measured diagonally
blank and the 1 (power) indicator will either light up green or
properlyY Adjust the size (page 11) or centering (page 11). Note that some video modes do not Ţll 90-degree deflection
flash orange. If the 1 (power) indicator is lit in orange, the
the screen to the edges.FD Trinitron
computer is in power saving mode. Try pressing any key on the
Edges of the image are curvedY Adjust the geometry (page 12).keyboard.Viewable image sizeApprox. 365 ´ 274 mm (w/h)
(14 3/8 ´ 10 7/8 inches)
Wavy or elliptical pattern (moire) Y Select MOIRE ADJUST and adjust the moire cancellation effect (page 13).
18.0" viewing image
is visible
xProblems caused by the connected computer or other equipmentRESETINPUT12MENUResolution
Y Change your desktop pattern.MaximumHorizontal: 1800 dots
Color is not uniformY Degauss the monitor* (page 13). If you place equipment that generates a magnetic Ţeld, Vertical: 1440 lines
such as a speaker, near the monitor, or if you change the direction the monitor faces, color RecommendedHorizontal: 1280 dots
may lose uniformity.1 (power) indicatorVertical: 1024 lines
Standard image areaApprox. 352 ´ 264 mm (w/h)
White does not look whiteY Adjust the color temperature (page 12).(13 7/8 ´ 10 1/2 inches)
Letters and lines show red or bY Adjust the conlue vergence (page 13).If the 1 (power) indicator is greenDeflection frequency*Horizontal: 30 to 107 kHz
shadows at the edgesVertical: 48 to 120 Hz
Monitor buttons do not operateY If the control lock is set to ON, set it to OFF (page 14).1Disconnect the video input cable or turn off the AC input voltage/current 120 V, 50/60 Hz, Max. 2.0 A
( appears on the screen)connected computer.Power consumption140 W
Operating temperature10 to 40 1C
IMAGE RESTORATION function Y Before using this function, the monitor must be in normal operation mode (green po2 Press the 1 (power) button twice to turn the monitor wer DimensionsApprox. 446 ´ 464 ´ 461 mm (w/h/d)
does not operateindicator on) for at least 30 minutes. For more information on using the IMAoff and then on.GE 531
(17 /8 ´ 18 /8 ´ 18 /4 inches)
OPTIONRESTORATION function, see page 14.MassApprox. 26 kg (57 lb 5 oz)
Y Adjust the computerOs power saving settings to keep the monitor in normal operation 3Move the control button , for 2 seconds before the Plug and PlayDDC1/DDC2B/DDC2Bi/GTF
AVAILABLEmode for more than 30 minutes.monitor enters power saving mode.
AFTERUSSupplied accessoriesSee page 6
WARM�UPY The monitor may gradually lose its ability to perform this function due to the natural aging MENU
of the picture tube.* Recommended horizontal and vertical timing condition
IMAGE
RESTORATIONY Horizontal sync width should be more than 1.0 ?sec.
Y Horizontal blanking width should be more than 3.0 ?sec.
Y Vertical blanking width should be more than 500 ?sec.
A hum is heard right after the Y This is the sound of the auto-degauss cycle. When the power is turned on, the monitor is
power is turned onautomatically degaussed for Ţve seconds.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
* If a second degauss cycle is needed, allow a minimum interval of 20 minutes for the best result. A humming noise may be heard, but this is not a If all four color bars appear (white, red, green, blue), the monitor
1-8malfunction.is working properly. Reconnect the video input cable and check
the condition of your computer.
Displaying this monitorOs name, serial number, If the problem persists, call your authorized Sony dealer and give
and date of manufacture.the following information.If the color bars do not appear, there is a potential monitor failure.
Y Model name: CPD-G400
While the monitor is receiving a video signal, press and hold the Inform your authorized Sony dealer of the monitorOs condition.
Y Serial number
center of the control button for more than five seconds to display
Y Name and specifications of your computer and graphics board.
this monitorOs information box.
If the 1 (power) indicator is flashing orange
MENUExample
INFORMATION
Press the 1 (power) button twice to turn the monitor off
MODEL:CPD-G400and then on.
SER NO:1234567bMANUFACTURED:1999-52If the 1 (power) indicator lights up 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 monitorOs condition. Be sure to note the model
name and serial number of your monitor. Also note the make and
model of your computer and video board.
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