Sony CPD-9090 User manual

CHARACTER DISPLAY
CPD-9090/1290
CHM- 002/1202
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain
it for future reference.
OWNER'S RECORD
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. _____ Serial No. _____ _
© 1986 by Sony Corporation

Introduction
The CPD-9090/1290,C HM - 900211202 are high resolution
superfine pi tch character display with a dark screen
(CPD-9090/CHM-9002) or an anti-glare screen
(CPD -12 90/CHM -1 202 ). It is designed for use with
mi crocomputers, character generators, and videotex units
with ei ther the digital and analog RGB output.
The difference of the four models
This manual explains both the CPD-9090/1290 and the
C HM-900211202. The CPD-9090 and CHM-9002 have a 9-inch
picture tube and CPD-1290 and CHM-1202 have a 12-inch
picture tube.These models are functionally equivalent,
except that the CHM models are shipped without a cabinet
enclosure.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Dangerously high voltages are present
inside the unit.
Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
INFORMATION
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been
type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
computing device in accordance with the specifications in
Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to
provide reasonable protection against such interference in a
residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver
Move the equipment away from the receiver
Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.
If necessary,the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions.The user mayfind the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communi . tions Commission
helpful:
" How to Identifyand Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems". This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office,Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No. 004-000-00345-4.
The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual
must be used with this equipment in order to comply with
the limits for a computing device pursuant to Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC rules.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Precautions .... . .... ..... . .. ...................................... . ........ . ....................... 2
Location and function of c ont rols ................................... . ........... 3
Use of a display stand ................ .. ......................................... . ......... 4
Connections... .. . ... .. .. ... . ..... ... ..... . ....... . .......... . .. . ............... .. ..... . ........... 4
Specifications ........ . .... . ........... . ............ . ........................ . .................... 5
Timing chart .. .. .. .. . ......... . .......... . ........... . ....... . ....... . .............. . ....... .... . .. 5
PRECAUTIONS
On safety
•Operate the unit only on 120 Vac, 60 Hz.
•Should any liquid or solid object 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.
•To disconnect the ac power cord, pull it out by the plug.
Never pull the cord itself.
On installation
•Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat
build-up.
Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or
near materials (curtains,draperies) that may block the
ventilation holes.
•Do not install the unit in a location near heat sources such
as radiators or air ducts , or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
On cleaning
To keep the unit looking brand-new, periodically clean it with
a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth
lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution.
Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine, or
abrasive cleansers since these wi ll damage the cabinet.
As a safety precaution, unplug the unit before cleaning it.
On repacking
Do not throw away the carton and packing materials.
They make an ideal container in which to transport the unit.
When shipping the unit to another location, repack it as
illustrated on the carton.
If you have any questions about this unit, contact your
authorized Sony dealer.

LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF CONTROLS
Note
The CHM- 9002/1202 do not have a cabinet enclosure as
depicted for the CPD-9090/1290 models in the illustration.
However,the location and function of the controls are
identical for both the CHM and CPD models.
CPD-1290
CPD-9090
[JJ POWER switch and indicator(green)
To turn on the power of the unit,press this switch to ON.
The indicator will light up.To turn off the unit,press this
switch to OFF.
80N
~OFF
[I] PICTURE control
Adjusts the contrast. Turn downwards to increase
contrast,or upwards to decrease it.
Push upward
to remove panel
[1J BRIGHTNESS control
Normally keep this control at the center detent position.
For a brighter display', turn this knob clockwise. For a
darker display,turn it counterclockwise.
!1] H SHIFT (horizontal shift) control
If the displays of microcomputers,character generators,
etc. are shifted toward the left or right side of the screen,
turn this control to center the displays.
[I] V HOLD (vertical hold) control
If the display rolls vertically,adjust this control until the
display stabilizes.
[I] RG B input selector
Depending on the RGB output of the equipment you have
connected, set this switch to one of the following 3
positions.
ANALOG: For microcomputers and videotex units
having analog RGB output.
DIGITAL 1: For microcomputers having digital RGB
output with positive sync signals, such as the IBM PC ,
IBM PCXT.
DIGITAL 2: For microcomputers having digital RGB
output with negative sync signals.
[]] AC power input connector
Connect to the AC outlet with the supplied AC power
cord.
[I] RGB IN (input) connector (8-pin)
Allows a microcomputer,a character generator or a
videotex unit having either analog or digital output to be
connected.
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USE OF A DISPLAY STAND
With the optional Sony SU-531 display stand, this unit can be
adjusted to be viewed at your desired angle within 90°
horizontally and 15 ° vertically.
go o
For details, read the instructions of the display stand.
CONNECTIONS
Be sure to turn the power of the unit off before making any
connections.
The illustration below shows a connection with an
equipment with digital RGB output.
Rear of the display
\ c==============~ j
to wall outlet
+-
4
0
0
AC power cord
(supplied)
0
color monitor cable
(optional)
SMF -507
A microcomputer with
digital RGB output
e.g. IBM PC or IBM PC XT ,
having a 9-pin digital
RGB output terminal
with positi ve sync signals

SPECIFICATIONS
Picture tube Super Fine Pitch Trinitron color tube
CPD-1290/CHM-1202
Resolution
12-inch picture tube measured
diagonally,
90 degree deflect ion
Anti-glaring dark screen
Useful screen 237 mm x 185 mm
Phosphor EBU
Phosphor pitch 0.26 mm
CPD-9090/CHM-9002
9-inch picture tube
measured diagonally ,
90 degree deflection
Useful screen 180 mm x 139 mm
PhosphorP22
Phosphor pitch 0.26 mm
CPD-1290/CHM-1202: 800 x 240 dots
CPD-9090/CHM-9002: 640 x 240 dots
Scanning frequency
Input
Pin arrangement
Vertical sync signal frequency:
50/60 Hz
Horizontal sync signal frequency:
15.75 kHz
RGB input (8-pin)
4 3 2 1
@ [ ~g g g ~~
8 7 6 5
SIGNAL
Position of RGB input selector
Pin No. ANALOG
1 INTENSITY
--
2
RED
Analog
0.7 Vp-p
3 GREEN Analog
0.7 Vp-p
4 BLUE Analog
0.7 Vp-p
5 GND
--
6 GND
--
Composite
7 H SYNC sync
0.3 Vp-p
--
8 V SYNC
Power requirements
120 V AC,50/60 Hz
Power consumpt ion
65W (max .)
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2
TTL level
--
TTL level TTL level
TTL level TTL level
TTL level TTL level
-- --
--
--
TTL level TTL level
sync sync
positive negative
TTL level TTL level
sync sync
positive negative
Dimensions (w/h/d) including projecting parts
CPD-1290: 324 x 288 x 390 mm
(12
7
/s x 1V/sx 153 /s inches)
CHM-1202: 315 x 256 x347
Weight
(1 21 '2 x 101 /s x 13
3/4)
CPD-9090: 253 x 237 x 340 mm
(10 x 93 /s x 131 '2 inches)
CHM-9002: 232 x 196 x 312
(9
1/4 x 73
/4 x 12
3
/s)
CDP-1290: 11.2 kg (24 lb 11 oz)
CHM-1202: 9.4 kg (19 lb 14 oz)
CDP-9090: 7.4 kg (16 lb 5 oz)
CHM-9002: 6.0 kg ( 13 lb 23 oz)
Supplied accessory
AC power cord ( 1)
Optional accessories
Monitor cable SMF-507 (9 -pin +-+ 8-pin)
Display stand SU - 531
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
TIMING CHART (Approximate reference)
H. sync
8.3 µsec
(8.4)
Horizontal 5_
2µsec r 63.5 µsec
(5.3)-.j I (64)
RGB input;: 18 .5µsec Idisplay period I r
"" ! (18.
5) .
45 µsec . I
I• •I• ( 45 . 3) •I
V. sync
1 90 µsec 2.3 msec
Vertical (
160) (2 . 7)
r 16.6 msec
1.41 msec J ( 2 0)
(1.54) -1
RGB inp4 Idiplay period I r
I• •I• 12 .7 msec .....
1
----
3.9 msec ( 15 . 6)
( 4.4)
The numbers inside parentheses apply when the line period
is 64 µsec. and the field period is 20 msec.
The numbers not in parentheses apply when the line period
is 63.5 µsec. and the field period is 16.6 msec.
Note
The picture may be biased or the picture size may be
changed,depending on the timing of the connected
equipment.
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