Sony BVME170A User manual

BVM / PVM Series OLED Monitor
BVM-E250A / BVM-E170A
Professional OLED Master Monitor
BVM-F250A / BVM-F170A
Professional OLED Master Monitor
PVM-2541A / PVM-1741A / PVM-741
Professional OLED Picture Monitor
Emmy ©ATAS/NATAS

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– Evolution of Viewing Angles
Continuing enhancement to meet critical user expectations
Since their market debut,TRIMASTER EL™ OLED (organic light-emitting diode) monitors have
proved extremely popular, and are now recognized as a de facto standard. As well as offering
characteristics superior to CRT monitors,TRIMASTER EL monitors continually evolve to meet the
expectations of critical users who demand professional-quality picture performance.
These ongoing improvements include the innovation of wider viewing angles, featured in the
new TRIMASTER EL OLED A Series: BVM-E250A, BVM-E170A, BVM-F250A, BVM-F170A, PVM-2541A,
and PVM-1741A.
This improvement reduces color shift by half*1 when compared with their predecessor models,
offering the industry-leading wide viewing angles in the professional flat panel market.
And it enables group monitoring – for example, video engineers or colorists can view the
display properly from many different angles – and hence allows more efficient content
creation activities.
Two of these new models offer additional benefits. The PVM-2541A and PVM-1741A are
equipped with a variety of convenient new features including new waveform capabilities,
vector scope, closed caption display, and camera focus in color.
If you require a portable solution, consider the improved PVM-741 7-inch*2OLED monitor which
includes the same additional benefits as the PVM-2541A and PVM-1741A in a highly mobile
unit.*3Now you can bring PVM OLED quality imaging with you, anytime, anywhere.
Designed for every professional need, it’s time you experienced the immense value of new
TRIMASTER EL monitors.
*1 Sony’s measurement. Results may differ between monitors.
*2 188 mm viewable area, measured diagonally.
*3 Excludes the wider viewing angles of A Series models.
Predecessor models Front view The new “A-Series”

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Precision
Imaging
Quality
Picture
Consistency
Accurate
Color
Reproduction
TRIMASTER™ Technology is a design architecture
used to elicit the full performance capabilities of
professional flat-panel displays. It comprises the core
technologies that enable the highest level of color
accuracy, precision imaging, and picture-quality
consistency.
EL (Electro-Luminescence) is an ideal self-emission
display device with a wide dynamic range and high
picture quality. By refining TRIMASTER technology
with the new EL device, Sony effectively boosts the
performance expectations of the professional industry.
Sony’s OLED Panel
TRIMASTER Engine
EL Driver
TRIMASTER EL Technology and Engineering
All for high picture quality and reliability
Leveraging more than 30 years’
experience of BVM design expertise
Super Top
Emission
OLED Panel
Pursuing highest quality
From device development
to manufacturing
Developing
Sony’s original devices

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OLED Master Monitor
PVM-2541A
BVM-F250A
BVM-E250A
PVM-1741A
BVM-F170A
BVM-E170A
PVM-741
BVM-E / BVM-F Series – Master Monitors for Critical picture evaluation
PVM Series – Picture Monitors for Wide range of monitoring application
OLED Picture Monitor
BVM-E Series for High-end Cinema / Broadcast Applications
BVM-F Series for Broadcast Applications

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Quality / Performance
Functionality
PVM Series
Picture Monitor
BVM-F Series
Reference Monitor
BVM-E Series
Standard Panel
Standard Engine
Professional Display Engine
• 10-bit engine
• Stunning OLED performance
• Full HD (1920 x 1080) *1
• RGB 10bit Driver • 12-bit engine
• Accurate gamma control of extreme black details
• Cutting-edge I/P conversion with extremely low
process delay
• Sophisticated non-linear cubic conversion color
management
BVM F Panel
• 2K (2048 x 1080 RGB/XYZ) input
• ASC CDL • User LUT
• P&P (Wipe, Buttery, Blending)
• Option port x 4 (BKM x 6 selection)
• Dual Link*2
• DisplayPort (x1)
• Interlace display
• Pixel zoom
• HD frame capture
• 24P/PsF@72 Hz display
• 3D analysis*2
• 3G-SDI (x 2) • RGB 4:4:4 • HDMI • Auto White Adjustment • Time code • Audio Level Meter*2 • DC operation (17”)
• Waveform
• Audio
Strictly controlled tolerance in
addition to the standard panel
performance.
BVM E Panel
Designed as the highest
performance panel.
Used for the most critical
picture evaluation needs.
*1 Not applicable for PVM-741.
*2 Option board required for BVM.
Standard Features
PVM Functions
Digital Cinema Features
BVM Advanced Functions

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Advantages of TRIMASTER EL Technology
TRIMASTER EL – RGB 10-bit, Full HD
Sony’s unique Super Top Emission technology
Deep black with wide dynamic range
* 623.4 mm, and 419.7 mm (respectively), measured diagonally.
Quick response with virtually no motion blur
Wide color gamut and accurate color reproduction
Micro-cavity Structure
Optical Resonance
(Multiple Reection Interference Effect)
Glass Substrate
Glass Substrate
Color Filter
Emission Layer
Anode
TFT
Semi-transparent
Cathode
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TRIMASTER EL – Self-emitting Display Device
TRIMASTER EL creates light by recombining an electron and a hole within certain organic materials. The process of emitting light
is extremely efficient when compared to other technologies currently used for display.
Its organic materials react to the control of the electrical current immediately, and do not emit light in the absence of an
electrical current. In this way, the OLED display panel features superb black performance and quick response to fast-motion
pictures. In addition, Sony’s OLED display panel delivers a wider color gamut.
Super Top Emission Technology
Sony’s Super Top Emission OLED panel is designed to deliver
light emission with the TFT layer on the rear side of the panel.
Therefore, the top emission structure offers more efficient light
emission than is typical with bottom emission structures where
TFT layers are placed on the front side of the panel, limiting
the light-emission aperture.
This Super Top Emission technology has a micro-cavity
structure which incorporates color filters. This cavity structure
uses an optical resonance effect to enhance color purity and
improve light-emission efficiency. In addition, the color filter of
each RGB also enhances the color purity of emitted light, and
reduces ambient light reflection.
Sony’s Super Top Emission OLED panel is completely sealed
by a glass substrate, and the electroluminescent layer is fully
isolated from outside air and moisture. This contributes to
stability and reliability.
24.5” panel* 16.5” panel*

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Advantages of TRIMASTER EL Technology
The TRIMASTER EL processor
– Dedicated to eliciting full performance.
Accurate signal processing across all signal levels
Accurate gamma control
Superb uniformity control
R-LUT
B-LUT
G-LUT
H position
Level
V position
Dedicated TRIMASTER EL Processor*
The BVM-E, BVM-F, and PVM Series of OLED monitors incorporate newly developed OLED-dedicated signal processors to elicit and
maximize OLED panel performance. This technology allows these TRIMASTER EL™ monitors to provide the level of performance
required for critical imaging. These processors accurately control gamma and uniformity, and deliver precision stability control.
* The PVM-741 is equipped with a different processing technology (ChromaTRU™).
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Accurate gamma control
Since TRIMASTER EL panel can display a deeper black than
any other display device, the TRIMASTER EL processor controls
gamma accuracy (black reproduction) by increased signal
processing bit depth.
Superb uniformity control
TRIMASTER EL processor offers superb uniformity across all signal levels at every point of the screen. At the factory, OLED-panel
uniformity is precisely measured and corrected using a proprietary RGB LUT (look-up table) adjustment system.

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Advantages of TRIMASTER EL Technology
TRIMASTER EL*LCD*
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LCD
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Accurate Color Reproduction
Sony’s Super Top Emission technology not only offers a wide
color gamut with its purity of the three primary colors, but
also maintains this wide color gamut throughout the entire
luminance range. While all other display devices have
limitations in reproducing accurate colors, especially in the
low signal levels,TRIMASTER EL system is truly an ideal display
device for picture evaluation. With OLED, users see the details
in the blacks, and see the colors as well.
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Accurate Black Reproduction
A key advantage of TRIMASTER EL is the fact that each pixel
can be turned completely off. No other display technology
is able to offer this. LCD either raises black luminance due
to intrinsic light leakage, or reduces black luminance with
artificial local dimming technologies. CRT always applies a
bias voltage to place the gun at the proper operating level.
All of these display devices have some limitation in accuracy
of black reproduction. In comparison,TRIMASTER EL is
capable of reproducing accurate black with each individual
pixel, enabling users to evaluate each picture image faithfully
to the signal.
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Gray scale images corresponding to the input signal
* Gray scales are simulated images.
LCD* TRIMASTER EL*
* Simulated images
The TRIMASTER EL gray-to-gray switching speed (measured
in microseconds, μs) is much faster than that of the LCD
(measured in milliseconds, ms).* This fast response benefits
a variety of applications and uses. For example, in sports
broadcasting, when camera pans would become blurred
with an LCD, they remain sharp and clear with OLED. And with
moving titles or graphics, when text can be difficult to read
on an LCD, OLED displays clear text, regardless of speed or
direction.
* Sony’s test results.
Quick Response with Virtually No Motion Blur

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Advantages of TRIMASTER EL Technology
Ethernet
Conventional technology
Conventional technology
Conventional technology
TRIMASTER EL
TRIMASTER EL
TRIMASTER EL
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Consistency/Repeatability
The performance of every TRIMASTER EL monitor is precisely adjusted and
inspected on gamma, white balance, uniformity, etc., by a highly-robotized
system and by professionally trained human eye at the final stage of
manufacture prior to shipping. This quality control process provides
substantial consistency and uniformity among TRIMASTER EL monitors.
In addition, color reproduction of BVM monitor can easily and accurately be
duplicated to other BVM monitors using the Memory Stick™ copy function.
Color reproduction of every monitor is matched to the extreme, regardless of
their location.
Stability
TRIMASTER EL monitors are designed to control pixel-by-pixel light emission of
the OLED panel. This system ensures emission stability over a long duration.
You can use TRIMASTER monitors continuously over time with confidence.
In addition, Sony’s Super Top Emission OLED panel is completely sealed by
a glass substrate, and the electroluminescent layer is fully isolated from
outside air and moisture. This also contributes to stability and reliability.
TRIMASTER EL monitors can offer higher performance in terms of luminance
and white balance than typical reference monitors.
Monitors adjustment / inspection
Emission level
Time
Image of lifetime curve (typical)
TRIMASTER EL OLED
OLED panel without TRIMASTER technology
TRIMASTER EL
Conventional technology
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BVM motion detection
Pure Solid Structure
Precision Imaging without Artifact
TRIMASTER EL monitors* incorporate the motion adaptive I/P conversion
method, which detects information from multiple present and past fields.
This is superior to conventional technology, which generally uses motion
detection in fewer fields.
With this technology,TRIMASTER EL monitors reproduce video signals
accurately without artifacts. You’ll appreciate the difference immediately –
for example, when there’s zero tolerance for failure in shooting, you can be
confident of fine patterns or delicate commercial logos.
* BVM-E / BVM-F only.

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OLED Master Monitor
For Critical Picture Evaluation
BVM-E250A BVM-F250ABVM-E170A BVM-F170A
The groundbreaking BVM-E250A and BVM-E170A, and BVM-F250A
and BVM-F170A are reference monitors, using Sony’s OLED system and
incorporating leading-edge technologies to bring out the full performance
capabilities required for critical picture evaluation, where accuracy is
everything.
TRIMASTER EL uses Sony’s Super Top Emission technology with 10-bit RGB panels and OLED processing
Professional display engine
• Nonlinear Cubic Conversion color management system
• Cutting-edge I/P conversion technology with extremely low process delay
• 12-bit output accuracy signal processing
Input versatility
• Standard Input: 3G/HD/SD-SDI (x2) (selectable input), HDMI™ (HDCP) (x1), DisplayPort (x1)
• Four option slots for input expansion: Six optional BKM boards are available for different needs
Leading-edge features
• Interlace Display, HD Frame Capture, Pixel Zoom, P&P (Side-by-side, Butterfly*, Wipe*, Blending*)
Cinema features (BVM-E Series only)
• Wide color gamut: D-Cine conforming to DCI-P3, BVM Native offering the widest color gamut
• High frame rate: 24P/PsF, 25P/PsF are displayed at 72 Hz and 75 Hz respectively
• 2K Cinema formats with multiple display modes
(Full image display, or Native pixel-to-pixel display with an Image-slide function)
• ASC CDL (American Society of Cinematographers Color Decision List) and User LUT
Auto white adjustment with PC application software
3D signal analysis (as a 2D monitor) with optional BKM-250TG 3G-SDI input adaptor
Closed caption display with optional BKM-244CC HD/SD-SDI closed caption adaptor
* BVM-E Series only.
BVM-E Series BVM-F Series

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BVM Series
Professional Display Engine
The high-precision signal processing engine has been developed to fulfill the master monitor criteria and is optimized to
maximize OLED panel performance. This engine incorporates 12-bit output accuracy at each process, and provides both a
high quality I/P conversion algorithm and a highly accurate color management system.
Nonlinear Cubic Conversion color management
The nonlinear cubic conversion color management system
of BVM-E and BVM-F Series master monitors use a unique
3D LUT (look-up table) to accurately reproduce the color
gamuts of each broadcast standard such as ITU-R BT.709,
EBU, and SMPTE-C phosphor standards. In addition, the
OLED’s wide color gamut enables D-Cine emulation for digital
intermediate work.*
* D-Cine is a color gamut emulating the color gamut described in SMPTE RP
431-2-2007. The chromaticity of the green-red region is not covered in full;
however, the color shift is subtle in this region.
This feature is supported by the BVM-E Series only.
Cutting-edge I/P conversion with low process delay
Sony’s original I/P conversion technology used in the BVM
Series minimizes processing artifacts found in typical up-
conversion processes. This has been improved in the BVM-E
and BVM-F Series so that an interlaced image is displayed
accurately and faithfully.
12-bit output accuracy signal processing
The BVM-E and BVM-F Series use a 12-bit display engine,
which allows images to be reproduced with high precision for
display accuracy. Sophisticated I/P conversion
Original source
1/60=16.6 ms
BVM-L 11.9 ms
BVM-E / BVM-F 6.2 ms
Picture delay reduced to half
Field 2 Field 1
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R
Same color!
(OLED RGB)
(R90, G110, B100)
(CRT RGB)
(R100, G100, B100) 3D LUT
Nonlinear Cubic Conversion color management system
BVM-E Series color gamut
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Professional Display Engine
(BVM-E / BVM-F Series-dedicated)
Nonlinear Cubic Conversion color management system
Cutting-edge I/P conversion technology with extremely
low process delay
12-bit output accuracy signal processing

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BVM Series
BVM-E Series Digital Cinema Features
The BVM-E Series – comprising BVM-E250A and BVM-E170A master monitors – offers digital cinema features which are
indispensable and ideal for high-quality creative digital cinema onset and post-production workflow.
2K (2048 x 1080, RGB/XYZ) Input
BVM-E250A and BVM-E170A master monitors are capable
of 2K (2048 x 1080 resolution, RGB/XYZ) input. The 2K signal
is displayed in two ways – as a full 2K image scaled into a
full-HD (1920 x 1080) screen, or as a 2K native display with an
image-slide function.
2048 Image-slide
The 2048 Image-slide function allows 2K resolution (2048 x 1080
pixels) images to be mapped, pixel-to-pixel, on the full-HD
(1920 x 1080 pixels) panel without picture degradation. When
the user needs to view the left or right edge of the picture
frame, they can scroll the image in a horizontal direction.
S-LOG Gamma
S-LOG gamma is a technique used in Sony’s digital
cinematography cameras that allows the full latitude of the
camera CCD to be maintained throughout the production
chain. Unlike conventional systems, in which highlight
contrast is compressed, S-LOG Gamma logarithmically
converts the video signal using characteristics similar to film
negatives.
This keeps the camera CCD dynamic range intact, even in
extreme highlight areas. Two display modes are offered:
1) S-LOG Full
This mode displays the full dynamic range of the video signal
captured from Sony’s digital cinematography cameras.
2) S-LOG Standard
This mode displays image exposure levels at the lower part
of the S-LOG gamma signal dynamic range, allowing image
areas of regular brightness to be viewed clearly. Higher
exposure levels are clipped in this mode.
Gamut Error Display
This function detects irregular signal input. When an irregular
signal is detected, these master monitors indicate this with a
zebra pattern over the relevant area of the picture.
Gamut Error Display is a
convenient feature that
instantly alerts viewers
to such signals without
requiring the use of a
waveform monitor.
1920 x 1080
2048 x 1080
The image can be horizontally scrolled
1920 x 1080
ASC CDL and User LUT Functions
BVM-E Series monitors support the ASC CDL (American
Society of Cinematographers Color Decision List) and User
LUT (Look-up Table) to emulate color grading.
Live images from camera onset can be altered after
importing an ASC CDL format, and/or previewed using a film
print emulation applied to the monitor using Look Creation
Workflow.*1
Furthermore, once ASC CDL and User LUT data are created,
all information*2can be saved to Memory Stick media*3and
loaded onto the monitor from the BKM-16R*4controller. Up to
five items of ASC CDL and User LUT data can be imported to
BVM-E Series monitors, so users can easily compare different
color grading (see Look Application Workflow).
These features help with creative decision making and
improve workflow between onset and post-production.
*1 Requires third-party software supporting the BVM-E ASC CDL and User LUT
functions.
*2 Up to 1,000 data items.
*3 Can use a Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO™, Memory Stick Duo™,
Memory Stick PRO Duo™, or (with optional adaptor) Memory Stick
Micro™.
*4 Requires the latest version of the BKM-16R with a product code suffix /7
or later.
ASC
CDL
User
LUT
Camera
BVM-E250A/E170A
ASC CDL/User LUT
Image
BVM-E250A/E170A
ASC CDL/User LUT
Image
2. Look creation
3. Apply
1. Capture
Camera
Apply
Preset les
(up to 5 each)
ASC
CDL
User
LUT
ASC
CDL
User
LUT
BKM-16R
Memory
Stick
Look Creation Workow
Look Applying Workow
ASC
CDL
User
LUT
Onset graded imageLive image from a camera

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BVM Series
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI monitor output (x2)
BKM-250TG, 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input Adaptor*
* 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals are detected automatically
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI monitor output (x1)
BKM-243HS, HD-SDI/SD-SDI Input Adaptor*
* HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals are detected automatically
• Composite input/output (x1)
• Y/C input/output (x1)
BKM-227W, NTSC/PAL Input Adaptor
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• HD-SDI/SD-SDI monitor output (x1)
BKM-244CC, HD/SD-SDI Closed Caption Adaptor*
* HD-SDI and SD-SDI signals are detected automatically
* Closed-caption decoders (EIA 608 and EIA 708) are equipped
• RGB,Y/PB/PR input (x1)
• EXT SYNC (x1)
BKM-229X,Analog Component Adaptor
• SD-SDI signal input (x2)
• SD-SDI monitor output (x1)
BKM-220D, SD-SDI 4:2:2 Input Adaptor
BVM-E250A Input ports
BVM-E170A Input ports
Signal-interface Options
Standard 3G-SDI interface
Input Versatility
Multi-format signal support
BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors support various input
signals ranging from 720 x 576/50i to 1920 x 1080/50P, 60P,
digital cinema (D-Cine) 2048 x 1080/24P*, and numerous
computer signals up to 1920 x 1080.
* 2048 x 1080/p signals are supported by the BVM-E Series only.
Standard 3G-SDI inputs plus versatile optional ports
These monitors are equipped with two standard 3G/HD/
SD-SDI inputs and an HDMI (HDCP correspondence) input. In
addition, four option ports are available. This increases system
versatility and allows users to add decoders for signal formats
not supported by the supplied inputs, including extra 3G-SDI,
HD-SDI, or SD-SDI, and Dual-link HD-SDI, RGB, Y/Cb/Cr,Y/C, and
composite signal inputs.
DisplayPort
These monitors are also equipped with a standard DisplayPort.
BVM Advanced Features

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BVM Series
Pixel Zoom
Pixel Zoom is a function for magnifying images. A selected
area of the displayed picture can be enlarged on a pixel
basis, up to eight times in size both vertically and horizontally.
Because this function does not use scaling, the desired
picture content is magnified and displayed faithfully to the
raw input signal. This function is useful when evaluating
precise picture edges, such as for chroma keying.
* This function is effective when the input signal is displayed in “Native Scan”
mode.
Picture & Picture
The unique Picture & Picture function of the BVM-E and BVM-F Series allows simultaneous display of two input signals on the
monitor’s screen. This function is extremely convenient for making instant adjustments to two input sources, because there is no
need to individually adjust the different characteristics of two monitors.
This function comes in handy for adjustments between two cameras, special-effects creation, time-lapse shooting, and
computer graphics (CG) work. The BVM-E Series offers four Picture & Picture modes and the BVM-F Series offers side-by-side
mode:
Side-by-side
The two picture images are downscaled using a
digital filter and displayed side-by-side. This feature is
convenient when making white balance adjustments or
determining shooting angles between two cameras.
WIPE (BVM-E Series only)
The area of the two pictures to be displayed is selected using
a vertical WIPE pattern, which is controlled from the BKM-16R.*
This function is useful when picture detail of the two images
must be examined on a pixel basis. This is normally used to
review still images.
* Requires the latest version of the BKM-16R with a product code suffix /7 or
later.
Butterfly (BVM-E Series only)
The two inputs are displayed as line-symmetric images on the
left and right halves of the screen. By adjusting the H-position
controller, the two images can be moved inward to the
middle of the screen. An instant comparison of the moving
images can then be made easily and accurately, without the
user having to move their eyes.
Blending (BVM-E Series only)
The two picture images are overlapped for display, and the
mix ratio is adjustable. This function is useful to verify whether
a foreground signal is accurately keyed into the background
signal, or when combining shoots with live action and
computer-generated effects.
Error Signal
Signal Analyzing Functions

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BVM Series
3D Signal Analyzing Functions
By installing the optional BKM-250TG 3G/HD-SDI input adaptor*, the BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors can support a variety of
3D signal analyses. The 3D signals are displayed in 2D mode.
* “Difference display” function require the BKM-250TG serial No. 7300001 or higher, and other functions require the BKM-250TG serial No. 7100001 or higher.
Difference Display
This function displays the difference between the luminance
signal of the left (L) and right (R) images of the 3D signal.
When the luminance levels of the two signals are the same,
the signals are displayed in gray. When they are different, a
monochrome image is displayed according to the variation
in luminance. This function is useful for checking the amount
of parallax.
Checker Board
Left and right input signals are displayed in a grid pattern on
screen. By comparing adjacent images, users can recognize
a difference in brightness and the color setting of the left
and right images, and thus easily adjust the camera’s white
balance and iris settings.
Horopter Check
This function helps users to perceive the subtle difference of
depth between different objects placed on the 3D screen
surface.
Horizontal Flip
When a half-mirror type of rig is used, either the left or right
signal may be reversed horizontally. The Horizontal flip
function turns the reversed image to the normal view.
* A delay in signal processing occurs, and both the left and right signals
synchronize to the delayed signal.
Delayed by Flip H process
Delayed for synchronization
L
R
L (Mono)
R (Red)
Simulated display image
Rear Front
L-eye R-eye Horopter
Image overview when viewed from above
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LinkB
L/R Switch
Left and right signals can be swapped in a moment without
inserting black frames, simply by manually pushing a function
key. This instant-swap capability enables users to compare
the entire images and check for any sense of incongruity or
for unnatural images.

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Scan Switch
The Scan Switch function allows switching between under
scan (-3%), normal scan (0%), and over scan (mask of the 5%
over scan portion in the normal scan).
Native Scan (pixel-to-pixel display)
Conventional flat-panel monitors reproduce images using
scaling and I/P conversion due to their fixed pixel counts and
progressive scanning processes. The Native Scan function
is a unique display mode that reproduces images without
changing the input signal’s pixel count.
For example, when an SD signal is input, the BVM-E and BVM-F
Series monitors will reproduce the image at a picture size of
720 x 487* pixels. For SD inputs the Native Scan function also
allows the displayed image size to be doubled to 1440 x 974*
by duplicating and doubling each pixel both horizontally and
vertically.
* The 525/59.94i signal specified by Rec. ITU-R BT.601.
HD Frame Capture
The HD Frame Capture function of the BVM-E and BVM-F
Series allow a picture frame from the 3G-SDI and HD-SDI input
to be captured and saved as a picture file on MemoryStick
media.* This picture file can be used as a reference for
various purposes; for example, as for picture-tone adjustments
between past images and for camera-framing adjustments.
* Memory Stick PRO (High-Speed) / Memory Stick PRO Duo (High-Speed)
can be used.
Normal Scan Native Scan (x2) Aspect Correction
SD 4:3
SD 16:9
(Squeeze)
487 x 2
487 x 2
Example of NTSC signal on the 16:9 aspect panel – BVM-E250A
720 x 487 Native Scan
1440 x 974 Native Scan (720 x 487) x 2
Convenient Features
Interlace Display
BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors offer an Interlace Display
feature for 1080i and SD inputs. This lets each BVM-E and
BVM-F monitor display these inputs as a true interlace
display. As with the Native Scan function, Interlace Display
mode offers faithful reproduction of the input signal, and
the displayed interlace fields are free from the picture
degradation that can occur as a result of typical I/P
conversion processes.
Aspect Correction Mode
PAL and NTSC video systems are all based on rectangular
pixels. Display of these formats on a square pixel panel
typically distorts the image. The BVM-E and BVM-F Series use
a unique process called Aspect Correction which, while still
offering native pixel performance, continues to display image
geometry correctly. This scaling technique used in BVM-E
and BVM-F Series monitors corrects horizontal distortion while
keeping the vertical pixel count correctly displayed.

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Aspect switch
The aspect ratio can be switched
between 4:3, 16:9, 2.39: 1, and 1.896:1
depending on the input signal.
* The BVM-F Series monitors support 16:9 and 4:3
only.
Marker settings
BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors can display various markers,
including an aspect marker, safe area marker, and center
marker. In addition to this flexible selection of marker types,
detailed display settings of each marker are offered. For
example, the color, brightness, horizontal/vertical position,
and width of aspect markers can all be controlled, while the
height and width of safe area markers can be adjusted.
Marker Variation
Safe Area Marker Aspect Marker*
% Dot (Pixel)
Selectable
Markers
80%, 88%, 90%, 93%,
or variable Flexible
16:9, 15:9, 14:9, 13:9, 4:3,
2.39:1, 2.35:1, 1.896:1,
1.85:1, or 1.66:1
Line Colors White, Red, Green, Blue,Yellow, Cyan, or Magenta
Line Width 1 to 5 dots (factory preset at 2 dots)
Line Luminance High (bright) or Low (dark)
Blanking —
Off:Blanking is released
Black: Blanking
Half: Half blanking
* The BVM-F Series monitors support Aspect Markers of 16:9 and 4:3 only.
Aspect Mode: 2.35:1,
Safe Area: Shape A,
Area Size: 80%
Aspect Mode: 14:9,
Safe Area: Shape B,
Area Size: 80%
Aspect Mode: 4:3,
Safe Area: Shape C,
Area Size: 80%
Marker Examples
16:9 4:3
16:9 2.39:1
1.896:1 2.39:1
*Screen image is simulated
*Screen image is simulated
Wide Variety of Functions
The user has a wide variety of over 40 functions to choose
from.
Each of these can be assigned to any of the 16 function
buttons (F1 to F16) on the BKM-16R* controller.
Press ENTER to display the F1 to F8 (or F9 to F16) button
assignment on screen.
* Requires the latest version of the BKM-16R with a product code suffix /7 or
later.
Status Display
Simply assign STATUS to one of the function buttons (F1 to F16)
on the BKM-16R* controller.
The user can instantly grasp the whole monitor status and
configurations without having to search through menus.
* Requires the latest version of the BKM-16R with a product code suffix /7 or
later.
F1 to F16 function buttons
F1 to F16 function buttons
ENTER button
(The next Function
display)

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Front panel
Rear panel
BVM-E250A monitor
BKM-16R monitor control unit
BKM-37H attachment Stand
BVM-F250A monitor
BKM-16R monitor control unit
BKM-38H attachment Stand
BVM-E170A monitor
BKM-16R monitor control unit
BKM-39H attachment Stand
Modular Monitor Control Unit (BKM-16R*1)
BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors and their control panels are provided as separate units, allowing greater flexibility for system
integration. BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors incorporate a monitor control unit (the BKM-16R) as an option. The BKM-16R can
be attached beneath the monitor using the optional controller attachment stand*2, or connected remotely via an Ethernet cable.
*1 Requires the latest version of the BKM-16R with a product code suffix /7 or later, or the latest version of the BKM-37H, BKM-38H, and BKM-39H with a product
code suffix /1 or later.
*2 The BVM-E250A and BVM-F250A use the BKM-37H or BKM-38H attachment stand. The BVM-E170A and BVM-F170A use the BKM-39H attachment stand.
Copy function for monitor setup and adjustment data
The optional BKM-16R control unit includes a Memory Stick slot*1
to save and load monitor configuration and adjustment settings.
This is useful for multiple monitor systems, allowing the transfer of
one monitor’s setup and adjustment data to another.*2
This data can also be transferred via the BVM’s Ethernet
connection.
*1 Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo,
and Memory Stick Micro (an optional adaptor is required) can be used.
*2 Data can be moved between BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors.
“+12dB Chroma UP” function
A “Chroma UP” button located on the front panel of the BKM-16R
allows the chroma level to be boosted by +12 dB.
This is a convenient feature for adjusting camera white balance
with a higher degree of accuracy.
BKM-16R Monitor Control Unit
Ethernet

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BVM-E250A with the optional BKM-37H* tilt stand
* Requires the latest version of the BKM-37H with a product code suffix /1 or
later.
Other features
VESA™ Mounting (200 x 100 mm pitch)*1
EIA 19-inch Standard Rack-mountable*2
Blue Only
Mono
H Delay / V Delay
NTSC Setup Level (0%, 7.5%)
Component Level (SMPTE / EBU-N10 or Betacam)
Aperture
Serial Remote (Ethernet)
Parallel Remote (D-sub 9-pin)
Tally Lamp (Amber)
EXT Sync (for RGB / YUV)
Remote Maintenance
*1 BVM-E250A / BVM-F250A only.
*2 BVM-E170A / BVM-F170A only. Mounting brackets are supplied.
BVM-E170A rear view
“Character Off” button
To facilitate parameter adjustments, the On-Screen Menu
indication can be taken off the screen, while in Menu mode.
The On-Screen Menu indication can be toggled on or off with
a simple press of a button on the BKM-16R’s front panel.
Auto Chroma / Phase adjustment*
An Auto Chroma / Phase / Matrix setup function is provided
on BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors, which automatically
adjusts the monitor’s chroma, phase, and matrix using
external color bars.
* Supports analog signal inputs only.
DC operation
The BVM-E170A and BVM-F170A can be DC operated. Due
to their lightweight and small-size design, with a comparable
height to the former 14-inch BVM-CRT monitors, the BVM-E170A
and BVM-F170A are ideal for field and OB van applications.
Ethernet-based remote control
The BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors and the BKM-16R
Monitor Control Unit are equipped with an Ethernet port,
allowing remote control of display parameters across a
standard Ethernet connection. One BKM-16R Monitor Control
Unit can control up to thirty-two (32) BVM* monitors.
* Includes BVM-A CRT monitors, BVM-L , PVM-L, and BVM-E/-F Series monitors.
Easy Setup and Adjustment
Auto White Adjustment
The BVM-E and BVM-F Series monitors employ a software-
based color temperature (white balance) calibration
function, which is called “Monitor_AutoWhiteAdjustment”.
Combined with a PC and commercially available calibration
tools*, this function enables simple adjustment of the
monitor’s white balance.
* Konica Minolta CA-210, CA-310, CS-200, DK-Technologies PM5639/06, X-Rite
i1 Pro/i1 Pro2, Photo Research PR-655/670, Klein K-10, and JETI specbos
1211. A connector is required for each color analyzer.
Built-in Color Sensor for Auto White Adjustment
The BVM-E170A and BVM-F170A are equipped with a built-in
color sensor, which allows the user to calibrate the monitor’s
color temperature (white balance) as needed without an
external probe. Calibration performance is minimally affected
by ambient light.
This function ensures color and gamma consistency, and
reduces user maintenance tasks.
“Monitor_AutoWhiteAdjuestment” GUI image
Tilt stand for BVM-E250A / F250A
10° 5°

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OLED Picture Monitor
For Critical Picture Viewing
The PVM-2541A and PVM-1741A as well as the PVM-741 are all-in-one
OLED picture monitors, delivering unparalleled picture quality with the
performance features and functions found in more expensive monitors,
all contained in a compact, stylish design.
Sony’s Super Top Emission OLED display panel with 10-bit RGB:
• 24.5-inch* and 16.5-inch* (Full HD 1920 x 1080 pixels)
• 7.4-inch* (Quarter HD 960 x 540 pixels)
Wide dynamic range display
New compact metal chassis
• Lightweight and robust metal body
Standard inputs
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI input (x2), HDMI (HDCP) (x1), and Composite (x1)
Built-in analyzers
• Waveform monitor, vector scope, audio level meter, timecode
Bult-in Closed-caption decoders (EIA 608, EIA 708)
Camera focus function in colors
Easy-to-use control panel
• Rotary-type switch for quick menu access
• Seven function-assignable buttons for direct and quick access
DC 12V operations (PVM-1741A and PVM-741)
Auto white adjustment with PC application software
External remote control function (parallel and serial remote)
* 623.4 mm, 419.7 mm, and 188.0 mm (respectively), measured diagonally.
PVM-2541A PVM-1741A PVM-741