Sony BVM-F24U Manual

Sony Trinitron Color Video Monitor
BVM-F24U

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Exploring
CineAlta – a name we proudly introduce to symbolize the bond between
cinematography and Digital High Definition imaging. It distinguishes a
Sony family of products and systems that offer new creativity in the
production, post production and exchange of motion pictures. It brings
together the quality and universality of 24-frame cinematography with the
real-time capability, efficiency and flexibility of Digital High Definition
technology. It stimulates the convergence of Motion Picture Film and
Digital High Definition production on a global basis.
CineAlta products, delivering cinema-quality pictures at selectable
frame-rates, are simplifying International Programme Exchange by
minimizing the need for standards conversion. Equally, they are opening
up new possibilities for international co-production. Movie making has
been liberated with the creative empowerment of the cinematographer.
It is facilitated by real-time HD image evaluation on-set, instant replay of a
full-color high-resolution digital “take”, real-time image optimization while
shooting, a 50-minute shooting load and, most importantly, by the
significant cost-benefits associated with this digital medium.
CineAlta products also ensure a seamless bridge between 24-frame film
originals and a final 24P digital master. A frame of film now has a
one-to-one correspondence with a progressive HD frame. The CineAlta
environment readily interfaces with the computer graphics world, liberating
post production. The direct color conversion of progressive 24P masters to
film, and to a multiplicity of international digital HDTV and SDTV
distribution formats, are the final liberation.
CineAlta™
— Liberating Movie Makers

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New Horizons in Production
Digital cinema production requires a new generation
of high-performance monitors -- and the Sony
BVM-F24U (viewable area, measured diagonally) High
Definition Monitor meets the challenge. Specially
designed as part of Sony's CineAlta™ family of high-
definition electronic cinema products, this monitor
employs a 16:9 aspect ratio Flat Surface HR Trinitron®
CRT to support the production demands of digital
cinema. These demands include digital cinematogra-
phy, mastering of HD film transfers, post-production
for electronic cinema, high level animation, and
broadcast network studio production of prime time
television programming.
Sony's new monitor supports a wide variety of signal
formats in addition to the 1080/24P format -- including
1080/25P, 1080/30P, 1080/50I, 1080/60I, 1080/50P,
1080/60P and 720/60P, to suit emerging multi-format
HD needs. The flexible input capability accepts both
analog RGB and HD-SDI signals.
A unique advantage of this monitor is that low vertical
frequency progressive HD-SDI signals are repeatedly
scanned at either two or three times their original
frame rates, effectively eliminating the flicker
effect visible with conventional raster designs.
Achieved by the use of a built-in rate converter along
with high scanning frequency of 54 kHz to 91.1 kHz
(horizontal) and 48 Hz to 85 Hz (vertical), this advan-
tage will be especially useful to permit 24P-created
material to be viewed as either 48-frame or 72-frame
progressive display.
Another important feature of this HD monitor is the
dual link HD-SDI mode, that allows digital signal
inputs such as 1080/24P (4:4:4), 1080/60I (4:4:4) or
1080/60P (4:2:2) for applications where the highest
possible HD quality is required*.
In addition to it's versatility, the new monitor has
inherited the outstanding features and functions already
proven in the Sony BVM-D Series: digital uniformity
correction, digital convergence, beam landing correc-
tion, and automatic presets for white balance, contrast
and brightness.
Uncompromising performance and flexibility make it
the perfect choice for high quality HD monitoring.
*Technically correct nomenclatures of 4:4:4 and 4:2:2
are 22:22:22 and 22:11:11, respectively.

SXGA Format Signal Support
The monitor accepts the following SXGA signals from
computers used for graphics work, where precise image
reproduction is required.
Signal format Horizontal frequency (kHz) Frame rate (Hz)
1280 x 1024/75
(VESA STD)
1280 x 1024/85
(VESA STD)
80.0 75
91.1 85
Multi-format Signal Support
The BVM-F24U monitor accepts a wide variety of HD
signal formats due to its high scanning frequencies of 54
kHz to 91.1 kHz (horizontal) and 48 Hz to 85 Hz (verti-
cal), as well as a built-in frame rate converter.
It accepts signal formats that are commonly used in
digital cinema production as well as those required to
meet various emerging multi-format HD needs for today
and tomorrow.
<Digital Cinema Production/Post Production for Electronic Cinema >
1080/24P, 1080/23.98P, 1080/24PsF* and 1080/23.98PsF*, 1080/25P
<Broadcast Network Studios Production/High Level Animation>
1080/30P, 1080/29.97P, 1080/30PsF*, 1080/29.97PsF*, 1080/50I,
1080/60I
720/60P
1080/50P, 1080/60P
*PsF: Progressive segmented frame
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Signal Input Capabilities

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Dual Link HD-SDI
1080/24P (4:4:4), 1080/60I (4:4:4) and 1080/60P
(4:2:2) signal inputs are available in dual link HD-SDI
mode, which uses two HD-SDI connections. The 4:4:4
signal can be displayed as
either RGB or Y/Pb/Pr format
by setting a simple menu
adjustment.
HD-SDI Input Frame Rate Converter
The built-in rate converter stores frames of the input
HD-SDI signal in buffer memory and allows selection
of double or triple the original frame rate. This allows
frames of a progressive scan signal to be repeatedly
scanned at a high scanning rate, eliminating flicker
effect for accurate picture evaluation.
The following describes how each progressive scan
signal is converted and displayed on the CRT..
Input signal Internal rate conversion Display frame rate
1080/24P/23.98P x2, x3 1080/48P/47.96P, 1080/72P/71.94P
1080/25P x2, x3 1080/50P, 1080/75P
1080/24PsF/23.98PsF x2, x3 1080/48P/47.96P, 1080/72P/71.94P
1080/25PsF x2, x3 1080/50P, 1080/75P
1080/30P/29.97P, x2 1080/60P/59.94P
1080/30PsF/29.97PsF x2 1080/60P/59.94P
Display Capabilities
Pseudo Signal Display (Alternate-scan
Display)
Pseudo signal display capability allows this HD monitor
to display 1080/24PsF, 1080/25PsF and 1080/30PsF
signals at the original vertical frame rates by scanning
the same line twice before moving to the next line. In
this mode, the PsF signals are displayed in their original
segmented format. Pseudo signal display capability also
enables the display of signal formats with horizontal fre-
quencies lower than the CRT's minimum horizontal
scan frequency of 54 kHz, including 1080/50I,
1080/60I, 720/60P signal formats.
16:9 Aspect Ratio Flat Surface HR
Trinitron CRT
Incorporating Sony's latest 16:9 aspect ratio Flat
Surface HR Trinitron CRT, the BVM-F24U achieves a
high resolution of 1000 TV lines. Its outstanding color
uniformity and reproduction offer superb picture perfor-
mance. The BVM-F24U is equipped with a SMPTE-C
standard phosphor CRT.

Various Area Markers
The monitor is equipped with the following area markers:
- Cross marker that shows the picture center
- Safety area marker that shows the frame boundary,
and supports various film aspect ratios
- Safe title marker that shows the title area
- Letter box/4:3 area marker, in which the unused raster
area displays line, semi-transparent matte and full-black
matte maskings.
Cross marker +
Safe title +
Aspect marker +
Semi-transparent matte
Cross marker +
Safe title +
Aspect marker
Cross marker +
Safe title +
Aspect marker +
Full black matte
Cross marker +
Safe title +
4:3 area marker +
Semi-transparent matte
Operational Convenience
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Flexible System Integration
One BKM-10R/11R Control Unit can remotely control up to
32 monitors, including BVM series, BVM-D Series and
PVM L series monitors via the RS-485 serial remote inter-
face. The control unit can also control individual monitors
or monitor groups by designating the associated monitor
address or monitor group numbers.
All connected monitors can be adjusted with the same
setting or can execute the same operation with multiple
control panels.
Auto White Balance Functions
The color temperature can be automatically adjusted by
the auto white balance function via the Minolta CA100,
Philips PM 5639, Thoma TF6, Graseby SLS 9400, and
Sony BKM-14L** Auto Setup Probe.
**Sony BKM-14L is required for
auto uniformity and
landing adjustment.
Stable Color Temperature
The internal beam current feedback circuit maintains a
constant color temperature for exceptional stability.
Adjustment Capabilities
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Separate Control Unit Design
A separate control unit design makes Sony's new moni-
tor ideal for use in space-critical or remote environ-
ments. With an optional BKM-10R Central Control Unit
or the BKM-11R Hand-held Control Unit connected, the
monitor can be controlled from any console position.
The optional BKM-34H Control Unit Attachment Kit
allows the BKM-10R to be easily attached to the bottom
of the monitor for table or shelf installation.
*BVM-F24U with optional BKM-10R and BKM-34H, BKM-11R
and BKM-12Y.
Monitor Memory Card
The optional BKM-12Y Monitor Memory Card can save
and load monitor setup or adjustment data via the
BKM-10R/11R Monitor Control Unit. When multiple
monitors are integrated in the system, the BKM-12Y is
capable of exchanging data between monitors so that
the same setup and adjustment status are easily
retained.

Beam Landing Correction
The monitor is capable of correcting beam landing shift
that may occur as a result of changes in the terrestrial
magnetic field. This correction can be implemented
manually, or automatically with the use of the optional
BKM-14L Auto Setup Probe.
Standard or Variable Matrix
The BVM F24U monitor conforms to ITU 709 colorime-
try for standardized reproduction of production material
intended for final viewing through broadcast, cable, or
satellite distribution. Because Electronic Cinema
colorimetry must conform to different film standards, a
variable matrix is also available which can be assigned
to any input configuration.
Digital Convergence
The built-in digital convergence circuit allows high-reso-
lution images to be reproduced on every point of the
monitor screen, even in the peripheral area. Using the
on-screen menu, the convergence crosspoints can be
individually selected and the adjustment can be
implemented accurately to any point on the screen to
meet any installation requirement.
On-screen Menus for Adjustment and Operation
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MANUAL
ADJUSTFINE
NS
TOP LEFT
BOTTOM LEFT
BOTTOM RIGHT
RESET
TOP RIGHT
100
100
100
100
100
DIRECTION WEST
CONV FINE
NORMAL
ADJUST
CURSOR POSITI ON
: 10KEY
TO CANCEL
: MENU
TO CONFIRM : ENTER
KNOB
KNOB
KNOB
KNOB
1080/72P
KEY
KEY
ADJUST
H CONV
: CONTRAST
H
VK CONV
: BRIGHT
CONV : CHROMA
V G CONV
: PHASE
WHITE UNIFORMITY (2 / 2)
NORMAL1080/72P
ORIGINAL VALUE
1080/72P NORMAL
SIGNAL INT
DIGITAL UNIFORMITY ADJ
MANUAL . . .
AUTO FULL POINTS . . .
ONE POINT . . .
CONTROL PRESET ADJ
PRESET
TO CANCEL
: MENU
MANUAL
AUTO .
. .
COPY FROM .
. .
KEY
TO CONF IRM
: ENTER KEY
INPUT CONFIGURATION
CH1
FORMAT. . . 4 : 4 : 4 YPBPR
SCAN CONVERSION X3
LINK NO DUAL LINK
SYNC MODE - - -
SCREEN MODE NORMAL
SAFE AREA DISPLAY OFF
MODE . . .
Input Configuration
Settings for the type of input signal, frame conversion
rate, and safe area display, etc. can all be made from
the Input Configuration menu.
Digital Uniformity
The built-in digital uniformity system can be used to
achieve perfect uniformity on every point of the monitor
screen -- even along the peripheral area. Uniformity can
be adjusted to match the installation conditions of the
monitor using a variable coordinate location system.
Both single-point and entire screen area adjustments are
available. Automatic adjustment is also available using
the optional BKM-14L Auto Setup Probe.

Status Display
Several parameters of the monitor can be measured by
using the status menu.These include CRT operation time
and software version. Serial number information
is also available for simple inventory and capital equip-
ment management. Also included is information describ-
ing the inputs and indicating how each is configured.
Other Features
- On-screen menus for setting various
functions, operating conditions and configurations
- Analog RGBHV input for simple connection to
most computers
- RS-485 serial remote interface and relay
contact parallel remote control function
- Built-in test signal generator for crosshatch,
100% white signal, 20% gray signal, gray scale,
and PLUGE (Picture Line Up Generating
Equipment)
- Pulse cross function for simultaneous
checking of the horizontal and vertical
synchronization signals
- Auto and manual degaussing
- Built-in CRT protection circuit
BKM-14L,
Auto Set-up Probe
Optional Accessories
RCC-5G/10G/30G,
9-pin Cable for RS-485/422 Serial
Remote Control
BKM-34H,
Control Unit Attachment Kit for
BKM-10R with 24-inch Monitor
(viewable area, measured diagonally)
BKM-10R,
Central Control Unit
BKM-11R,
Hand-held Control Unit
BKM-12Y,
Memory Card
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CH STATUS
CH LN FORMAT CV
01 12 444RGB X2
02 1 444YPBPR ASD
03 _ ANARGB
04 12 422YPBPR X1
05 12 444RGB ASD
06 2 422YPBPR X3
07 12 444RGB X3
08 12 444RGB X2
09 12 444YPBPR X3
10 1 422YPBPR ASD
NAME
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG
PROG

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HD-SDI Input and Display Available Signal Formats
Analog RGB Available Signal Formats
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Total lines: 1125 lines
10-bit system
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Total lines: 750 lines
10-bit system
Notes: Frame rate 24, 30, and 60 Hz: Also compatible with 1/1.001
Dual link 4:4:4 mode: Selectable RGB/YPbPr signal format
Progressive (sF): Progressive segmented frame Format with ‘*’mark: Pseudo signal display
Notes: Frame rate: Also compatible with 1/1.001 Dual link 4:4:4 mode: Selectable RGB/YPbPr signal format
Format with ‘*’mark: Pseudo signal display
Signal standard
Single (4:2:2) type signal: conforming to SMPTE 274M/292M
Dual (4:4:4) type signal: conforming to SMPTE 274M
Signal standard
Single (4:2:2) type signal: Conforming to SMPTE 296M/292M
Dual (4:4:4) type signal: Conforming to SMPTE 296M
Input signal format
(System/Frame rate (Hz)/Scanning)
1920 x 1080/24/Progressive
1920 x 1080/25/Progressive
1920 x 1080/30/Progressive
1920 x 1080/24/Progressive (sF)
1920 x 1080/25/Progressive (sF)
1920 x 1080/30/Progressive (sF)
1920 x 1080/50/2:1 Interlace
1920 x 1080/60/2:1 Interlace
1920 x 1080/50/Progressive
1920 x 1080/60/Progressive
Horizontal frequency
(kHz)
27.000 kHz
28.125 kHz
33.750 kHz
27.000 kHz
28.125 kHz
33.750 kHz
28.125 kHz
33.750 kHz
56.250 kHz
67.500 kHz
Input signal
Interface
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Dual (4:4:4)
Dual (4:2:2)
Display signal
Display signal format
(System/Frame rate (Hz)/Scanning)
1920 x 1080/48, 72/Progressive
1920x1080/50, 75/Progressive
1920 x 1080/60/Progressive
1920 x 1080/24/Progressive (sF),
1920 x 1080/48, 72/Progressive
*1920 x 1080/25/Progressive (sF),
1920 x 1080/50, 75/Progressive
*1920 x 1080/30/Progressive (sF),
1920 x 1080/60/ Progressive
*1920 x 1080/50/2:1 Interlace
*1920x1080/60/2:1 Interlace
1920 x 1080/50/Progressive
1920 x 1080/60/Progressive
Input signal format
(System/Frame rate (Hz)/Scanning)
1280 x 720/60/Progressive
Input signal
Horizontal frequency
(kHz)
45.000 kHz
Interface
Single (4:2:2)
Dual (4:4:4)
Display signal
Display signal format
(System/Frame rate (Hz)/Scanning)
*1280 x 720/60/Progressive
Notes: Frame frequency (48, 60, 72 Hz): Also compatible with 1/1.001
Format with ‘*’mark: Not available for 1080/60P format (SMPTE 274M: H.BLK 1.886 µs) of analog RGB
Input signal format
(System/Frame rate (Hz)/Scanning)
1920 x 1080/48/Progressive
1920 x 1080/72/Progressive
1920 x 1080/50/Progressive
1920 x 1080/75/Progressive
*1920 x 1080/60/Progressive
1280 x 1024/75/Progressive
1280 x 1024/85/Progressive
Aspect ratio
16:9
16:9
16:9
16:9
16:9
16:9
16:9
Total lines
1125
1125
1125
1125
1125
1066
1072
Horizontal Frequency
(Hz)
54.000
81.000
56.250
84.375
67.500
79.976
91.146
Others
Conforming to SMPTE 274M
H.BLK: 2.803 µs format
SXGA (5:4, conforming to VESA standard)
SXGA (5:4, conforming to VESA standard)

BVM-F24U Specifications
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General
Signal format
Type
Power requirements
Power consumption (Max.)
Dimensions
Weight
CRT
Inputs/Outputs
Video
External sync
Remote
Video signal performance
Frequency response
Matrix
DC restoration
Synchronization
Retrace time
Raster and picture performance
Normal scan
Under scan
Linearity
Color temperature
Convergence
Preset brightness
Stability of raster size
Scan delay
Center resolution
Operating conditions
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Humidity
Others
Supplied accessories
Regulation compliance
mm
inch
CRT type
AG pitch
Visual screen 5:4
(Viewable area, measured diagonally) 16:9
Phosphor
RGB
HD-SDI
*Single Link (4:2:2), Dual Link (4:2:2),
Dual Link (4:4:4)
Composite SYNC
Separate HS/VS
OPTION
CONTROL UNIT
REMOTE 1/Serial remote
REMOTE 2/Parallel remote
ISR
Horizontal blanking time
Vertical blanking time
Horizontal
Vertical
BVM-F24U
54 kHz to 91.1 kHz
Display unit
100 V to 240 V AC±10%, 50/60 Hz
225 W
565.5 (W) x 436.8 (H) x 609.3 (D)
22 3/8 (W) x 17 1/4 (H) x 24 1/8 (D)
Approx. 119 lb. 1 oz (54 kg)
24-inch HR Trinitron (flat surface, 16:9 aspect)
0.25 to 0.28 mm, 90° deflection, Ø29.1mm in-line gun
361.6 (W) x 271.2 (H) mm, (452 mm)
482.1 (W) x 271.2 (H) mm, (553.1 mm)
SMPTE-C
BNC type x 3 (75 Ω), 0.7 Vp-p (1 Vp-p, Sync on Green) +3 dB/-6 dB, positive
BNC type x 2 (75 Ω) with monitor out, 1.485 Gb/s (Data rate)
Single Link Mode (Line1 or Line2): 2 inputs, Dual Link Mode (Link A and Link B): 1 input
*Delay time range between Link A and Link B: Within ±1/2 H
BNC type x 2 (75 Ω)
0.3 to 5.0 Vp-p, positive/negative tri-level sync signal input or negative bi-level sync signal input
0.3 to 5.0 Vp-p, positive sync/negative sync (Auto Selection)
RS-232C for BKM-11R Mini DIN 8-pin
RS-422 for BKM-10R D-sub 9-pin
RS-485 serial interface, D-sub 9-pin, with loop-through
D-sub 9-pin (x 1, Short to ground)
D-sub 9-pin (x 1)
48 Hz to 60 MHz +1 dB/-3 dB (x 2, Pseudo Display)
48 Hz to 90 MHz +1 dB/-3 dB (x 3)
ITU-709
Back porch type, Black level fluctuation: less than 1% for 10 to 90% APL input signal variation
Less than 2.49 µs
Less than 333 µs
5% over scan of the effective picture area
3% under scan of the effective picture area
Within a central area bounded by a circle with a diameter equal to the picture height,
less than 0.5 % of the picture height, and outside the same area, about 1 % of the picture height.
STD (D65)/COL1 (D61)/COL2 (D65),
user adjustable
Within a central area bounded by a circle with a diameter equal to the picture height,
Less than 0.3 mm with a central area bounded by a circle and less than 0.5 mm at any other point.
100 cd/m2(30 fL) (when a 1.0 Vp-p 100% white signal is input)
Less than 1% of picture height (at 100 cd/m2peak luminescence, 10 to 90% APL)
Approx. 3/8 line
Approx. 1/2 field
1000 TV lines (16:9)
0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F) Optimum operating range 20 to 30 °C (68 to 86 °F)
-10 to 40 °C (14 to 104°F)
0 to 90% (no condensation)
AC cable (x 1), AC plug holder (x 1), Fuse (x 1), Operation manual (x 1), Quick reference (x 1)
UL 1950/CSA 950 (cUL listed), FCC Class-A, IC Class-A, DHHS, DNHW

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