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PROFESSIONAL VIDEO MONITOR BVM-E250 BVM-E170 The supplied CD-ROM includes the Operation Manual for the BVM-E250/E170 (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese versions). For more details, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 61. OPERATION GUIDE...
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Color Setup Component Color Profile Temp Level Level...
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Select Area Asia Except Japan NTSC Area PAL Area Select Area North America Latin America Africa Australasia Europe Middle-East Asia Except Japan Japan Select Area XXXXXXXXXX Color Temp: Setup Level: Component Level: Color Profile: Select Area Latin America PAL & PAL-N Area Cancel NTSC &...
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Adjustment Picture Adj Auto Auto Adjust Color Bar Restore Factory Data Status Input Port Format Matrix Manual Adjust Copy From Preset Value Other Monitor Monitor ID Memory Stick Color Temp Adj Manual Manual Adjust Original Value Signal Contrast/Bright Hold Auto Auto Adjust Target Color Temp Target Luminance...
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Channel Configuration Format 3G/HD/SD-SDI Dual Link HD-SDI Composite Component HDMI Input Port DisplayPort Input No Screen Aspect Sync Mode DC 2048 × 1080 HDMI Auto Color Temp Picture Preset Matrix HDMI/DisplayPort Auto Color Profile Color Profile Color Space Gamma ASC CDL File User LUT File...
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Function Setting Marker Setting Aspect Marker Aspect Marker Aspect Mode Aspect Line Thickness Color Bright Blanking Area Marker 1 Area Marker 1 Aspect Mode Aspect Area Size Width Height Mode Thickness Color Bright Area Marker 2 Area Marker 2 Aspect Mode Aspect Area Size Width...
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System Configuration Network Monitor ID Group ID Network Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address Protocol Setting SDCP/SDAP Community SDCP Port No SDAP Port No SDAP Broadcast SDAP Broadcast Period Acceptable IP Address Reset Protocol Setting Parallel Remote Parallel Remote 1 Pin - 8 Pin Power Standby Mode...
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File Management Save To Memory Stick Copy From Other Monitor Monitor ID Memory Stick Delete Memory Stick Data Maintenance Back Up System Data Restore System Data System Status CH Status Port Status Option1-Option4 Model Name Serial No SDI Payload ID Status Payload ID Video Standard Sampling Structure...
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Controller Network Network Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address SNMP Setting Contact Name Location Trap Mode Trap Address Setting Trap Address Status Reset Mode/Address Authentication Community Protocol Setting SDCP/SDAP Community SDCP Port No SDAP Port No SDAP Broadcast SDAP Broadcast Period Reset Protocol Setting Function Key...
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• Keep these instructions. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. For BVM-E250 only • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings.
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TV studio). All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1- shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital 7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
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Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 pluie ou à l’humidité. Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder...
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être amené à prendre Für die folgende elektromagnetische Umgebung: E4 des mesures appropriées. (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio). Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Beim BVM-E250/E170 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und...
Rear Panel ............76 Environments of the Installation Location ..78 Input Adaptors ..........78 Installing an Input Adaptor (BVM-E250) ..79 Installing an Input Adaptor (BVM-E170) ..80 Attaching the Bracket (BVM-E250) ....82 Mounting the Unit in a Rack (BVM-E170) ..82 Connections (BVM-E250)........
Leaving 40 cm or more of space above the unit is Note recommended for service operation. If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony service representative. Using the CD-ROM Manual / Precautions...
Handling the Screen On a Long Period of Use • The panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with high Due to an OLED’s panel structure and characteristics of precision technology, giving a functioning pixel ratio of materials in its design, displaying static images for at least 99.99%.
ECO lamp lights in magenta on the front panel for fan error indication, turn off the power and contact an authorized Sony dealer. If you have any questions about this unit, please contact your Sony service representative.
Functions Supported in Software Version 1.1 and 1.2 The following new functions are supported for Version 1.1 and Version 1.2 of the BVM-E250/E170. Software Version 1.1 Menu Supported function Automatic color temperature adjustment can be performed using the • Auto built-in color sensor.
Multi color space management system with its wide color gamut device, The Sony’s unique OLED panel with a wide color gamut high-resolution/precise gradation display, highly accurate and color management system which uses the unique 3D signal processing and panel correction function.
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4) HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are For the operation, see “Selecting the Native Scan/Scan trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Mode” on the Operation Manual. 5) DisplayPort, DisplayPort logo and VESA are trademarks or registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standards Association.
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This display is useful higher, and require special third-party software. For for comparing the luminance or color settings of details, contact your Sony representative. neighboring L and R images. Other features L/R switching display (with serial number 7100001 or •...
Includes a decoder for analog component signals and BKM-16R Monitor Control Unit analog RGB signals. Input connector for one channel is The BKM-16R is a controller of the BVM-E250/E170 and equipped. you can control multiple monitors from one controller. BKM-243HS HD/D1-SDI Input Adaptor In this manual, the BKM-16R is referred to as the Includes a decoder for serial digital component signals.
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Input/Output Connectors and Input Adaptors This monitor is equipped with two 3G/HD/SD-SDI input connectors, an HDMI input connector, and a DisplayPort input connector for the standard interface. In this manual, these connectors are referred to as the standard input. By adding the optional input expansion adaptors, the input/output connector panel can be assembled in a wide variety of configurations.
Location and Function of Parts (BVM-E250) Front Panel 1 Tally lamp 2 OPERATE lamp 3 OVER RANGE lamp 4 ECO lamp a Tally lamp Lights in green when the monitor is put into operation mode from standby mode by pressing the MONITOR I/1 With factory settings, the tally lamp lights when pins No.
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The OVER RANGE lamp, OPERATE lamp and/or ECO lamp on the front panel may show an error or warning while the monitor is being operated. If the error or warning is shown, please contact your Sony representative. Error display OVER...
10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX LAN cable (shielded-type, optional). VORSICHT Aus Sicherheitsgründen nicht mit einem Peripheriegerät- Anschluss verbinden, der zu starke Spannung für diese Buchse haben könnte. Folgen Sie den Anweisungen für diese Buchse. Location and Function of Parts (BVM-E250)
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Inputs serial digital signals (standard SDI input 1). SDI INPUT 2 connector Inputs serial digital signals (standard SDI input 2). MONITOR OUT connector This is the MONITOR OUT connector for SDI INPUT 1 or SDI INPUT 2 connector. Location and Function of Parts (BVM-E250)
Location and Function of Parts (BVM-E170) Front Panel 1 Tally lamp 2 OPERATE lamp 3 OVER RANGE lamp 4 ECO lamp a Tally lamp Lights in green when the monitor is put into operation mode from standby mode by pressing the MONITOR I/1 With factory settings, the tally lamp lights when pins No.
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The OVER RANGE lamp, OPERATE lamp and/or ECO lamp on the front panel may show an error or warning while the monitor is being operated. If the error or warning is shown, please contact your Sony representative. Error display OVER...
Rear Panel 4 DC 5V OUT connector 5 LAN (10/100) connector Handle Handle 6 NETWORK switch 7 PARALLEL REMOTE connector 1 MAIN POWER switch 8 STANDARD PORT 2 DC IN 24 V - 28 V connector 9 HDMI IN connector 3 AC IN connector q;...
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g PARALLEL REMOTE connector (D-sub 9-pin, i HDMI IN connector female) Inputs the HDMI signal. Forms a parallel switch and controls the monitor HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an externally. The pin assignment and factory setting interface that supports both video and audio on a single function assigned to each pin are given below.
Environments of the Input Adaptors Installation Location Each input adaptor can be installed in any input option port on the monitor. Illumination environments The apparent color reproduction on the monitor is greatly Caution affected by ambient light or glare. When you install the following input adaptors to this equipment, use those with the serial numbers given below.
INPUT 1 INPUT 2 Push the adaptor in until it is firmly fit into the connector inside the monitor, then tighten the two screws to secure the adaptor. OPTION 1 and 2 OPTION 3 and 4 Installing an Input Adaptor (BVM-E250)
When the BKM-250TG is used, install the Link A signal Installing an Input to INPUT 1, and the Link B signal to INPUT 2. Adaptor (BVM-E170) INPUT 1 Loosen two screws and remove the cover of an input option port on the rear panel of the monitor. Make sure the MAIN Cover of an input INPUT 2...
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INPUT 1 INPUT 2 For connecting Dual-link HD-SDI signals Two BKM-243HS or BKM-244CC input adaptors or one BKM-250TG input adaptor is required. When the BKM- 243HS or BKM-244CC adaptors are used, install the input For 3D signal analyzing function adaptors in OPTION 1 and 2 option ports, or OPTION 3 and 4 option ports.
Use the commercially available screws that match the size of the rack’s holes. Rack Attach a piece of string, etc. to the bracket and secure it to the floor or wall. Bracket String, etc. Attaching the Bracket (BVM-E250) / Mounting the Unit in a Rack (BVM-E170)
Connecting the Controller (BKM- Connections (BVM-E250) 16R) Note on connecting the cable to the DC 5V OUT connector BVM-E250 Be sure to plug the male connector of the cable into the DC DC 5V OUT 5V OUT connector of the monitor.
DC 5V/12V IN LAN (10/100) connector connector Controller (BKM-16R) NETWORK switch tSet to LAN. Turn off the MAIN POWER switch of the monitor before connecting the units. Connect to the network by using a 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX cable (shielded-type, optional). Connections (BVM-E250)
Connecting the Controller (BKM- Connections (BVM-E170) 16R) Note on connecting the cable to the DC 5V OUT NETWORK switch connector t Set to PEER TO PEER. BVM-E170 Be sure to plug the male connector of the cable into the DC 5V OUT connector of the monitor.
Connecting the Multiple Units with Notes the LAN • When an optional LAN cable is connected, use a shielded-type cable to prevent a malfunction due to noises. The controller controls up to 32 monitors. Up to four • We recommend to use an optional switching hub controllers are connected to one monitor in single mode.
When you turn on the monitor for the first time after purchasing it, the Select Area screen is displayed. Select the area where you intend to use this monitor. For selecting the area, see page 89. Turning on the Power (BVM-E250)
over the DC power supply. To use the DC power supply, Turning on the Power disconnect the AC power cord. (BVM-E170) Turning on the Monitor Press the MAIN POWER switch on the rear panel to turn Connecting to Power on the power. When you turn on the monitor for the first time after purchasing it, the Select Area screen is displayed.
Turn on the monitor with the MAIN POWER switch. Selecting the Area The Select Area screen appears. 1 North America When you turn on the monitor for the first time after Select Area 2 Latin America purchasing it, select the area where you intend to use this 3 Africa monitor from among the options.
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Customers who will use this monitor in the shaded areas shown in the map below should select NTSC Area. Other customers should select PAL Area. Then press the ENTER (Ent) button. Confirm the settings. Select Area XXXXXXXXXX Color Temp: Setup Level: Component Level: Color Profile: Cancel...
Menu Structure For details of each menu, refer to the Operation Manual. Adjustment menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Adjustment Picture Adj Auto Auto Adjust Color Bar Restore Factory Data Status Input Port Format Matrix Manual Adjust Copy From Preset Value...
Channel Configuration menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Channel Configuration Format 3G/HD/SD-SDI Dual Link HD-SDI Composite Component HDMI Input Port DisplayPort Input No Screen Aspect Sync Mode DC 2048 × 1080 HDMI Auto Color Temp Picture Preset Matrix HDMI/DisplayPort Auto...
Function Setting menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Function Setting Marker Setting Aspect Marker Aspect Marker Aspect Mode Aspect Line Thickness Color Bright Blanking Area Marker 1 Area Marker 1 Aspect Mode Aspect Area Size Width Height Mode...
System Configuration menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 System Configuration Network Monitor ID Group ID Network Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address Protocol Setting SDCP/SDAP Community SDCP Port No SDAP Port No SDAP Broadcast SDAP Broadcast Period Acceptable IP Address Reset Protocol Setting...
File Management menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 File Management Save To Memory Stick Copy From Other Monitor Monitor ID Memory Stick Delete Memory Stick Data Maintenance Back Up System Data Restore System Data System Status menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2...
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Controller menu / Key Protect menu Main menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Controller Network Network Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Address SNMP Setting Contact Name Location Trap Mode Trap Address Setting Trap Address Status Reset Mode/Address Authentication Community...
4) The BVM-E250 individual chromaticity points. The widest color space setting of the signal reproduced Specifications by the BVM-E250 (BVM-E250) 0.681 0.319 0.189 0.724 Picture performance 0.141 0.051 Panel OLED panel (Typical) Picture size (diagonal) 5) For displaying the color gamut of the wide color space mode S-GAMUT, which is available for the 623.4 mm (24...
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0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F) Recommended: 20 °C to 30 °C (68 °F to 86 °F) Operating humidity 0% to 90% (no condensation) Storage/transport temperature –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) Storage/transport humidity 0% to 90% Specifications (BVM-E250)
365.8 × 205.7 mm • Always verify that the unit is operating properly × 8 inches) before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR Resolution (H × V) DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT 1920 × 1080 pixels (Full HD)
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3) Chromaticity point of SMPTE RP 431-2 is not See “Available Signal Systems” and covered in full. “Available Signal Formats” on the 4) The BVM-E170 individual chromaticity points. The Operation Manual. widest color space setting of the signal reproduced by the BVM-E170 Parallel remote D-sub 9-pin (female) (×1) Serial remote (LAN) Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX),...
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TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE. Rack mount attachment screws (4) • Always verify that the unit is operating properly Operation Guide (this manual) (1) before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CD-ROM (1) DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT Optional accessories...
When the controller is attached with the Dimensions (BVM-E250) BKM-37H When the tilt unit is removed from the BKM-37H Unit: mm (inches) Front Front 576 (22 551 (21 254 (10) 60 (2 508 (20) Side Side 148 (5 30 (1...
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When the tilt unit is attached to the BKM-37H When the controller is attached with the BKM-38H Front Front 576 (22 Side Side 30 (1 30 (1 266 (10 266 (10 Bottom Bottom 489.8 (19 4-M5 6-Ø8 30 (1 30 (1 Dimensions (BVM-E250)
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