Sony FWD-S42E1 User manual

Public Displays

Bringing a New Level of Quality,Versatility,
and Reliability into Public Displays
Slim-bezel Model
FWD-S47H1
Ruggedized Model
GXD-L52H1
Ruggedized Model
GXD-L65H1
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Slim-bezel Model
FWD-S42H1
FWD-S42E1

Based on decades of expertise in professional display technology and today’s stunning
advancements in LCD panel technology – which has seen the introduction of 1080 Full HD (high-
definition) television systems to both the professional and consumer markets – Sony provides a
range of public display products to fulfill customers’ different demands.
Two product ranges are available to suit different applications, locations, and operational needs.
The ruggedized models are extremely robust, durable, and reliable, extending installation
opportunities to even more harsh environments.
The slim-bezel models are highly sophisticated and stylish, and look good in any installation
location, offering a sleeker appearance for digital signage audiences – and a new 42-inch
model offering low power consumption has been added for applications requiring economical
operation.
This variety of product choices, coupled with the outstanding features and functionality only
available from Sony, brings a new level of quality, versatility, and reliability into professional public
display applications.
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Other Features
•HighDefinitionMultimediaInterface™
(HDMI™)
•DVI(HDCP)Interface
•HD-SDIInterface(optional)
•RS-232CandControlSInterfaces(optional)
•NetworkPort
•OptionSlot
•Picture-in-Picture
•Picture-and-Picture
•Multi-display
•On/OffTimer
•ConferenceMode
•ControlPanelLock
•SpecialHotelMenu
•IlluminationofSonyLogo
•LightSensor
•ControlandMonitoringviaaNetwork
LINEUP
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Ruggedized Model
GXD-L65H1
65-inch 1080 Full HD LCD Public Display
GXD-L52H1
52-inch 1080 Full HD LCD Public Display
Main Features
•1080FullHD–HighResolutionof1920x1080
•1080pCapable–Top-qualityHDImagesby1080ProgressiveScan
•High-brightnessPanelof700cd/m2(typical)–IdealforUseinBrightLight
Conditions(GXD-L65H1only)
•DICOM-simulatedGamma–AllowsforSimplePictureViewingfor
Education(GXD-L65H1only)
•RobustAluminumFrameBezel
•Exchangeable,Impact-resistantFrontProtectionPanel*
•HighlyVisibleImagesThankstoARAG-coated(GXD-L65H1)orAR-coated
(GXD-L52H1)ProtectionPanel
•UniqueCoolingSystem
•IP54-ratedDust-resistantandSplash-proofDesign(GXD-L65H1only)
•DigitalSignageSystemswithaRangeofDigitalSignagePlayers**
•IntelligentBacklightSystem–Fail-safeDesignbyAdvancedCCFLControl
•PortraitMode–MountedVertically
*Theprotectionpanelglassoffersalighttransmittanceofapproximately90%(GXD-L65H1)and
approximately95%(GXD-L52H1).
**DigitalsignageplayersincludetheVSP-NS7set-topboxmodelandtheBKM-FW50slot-inmodel.
GXD-L52H1GXD-L65H1
A New Level of Robustness for 1080 Full HD Digital Signage
Sony’s ruggedized models are extremely robust, durable, and reliable, extending installation opportunities
to even more harsh environments.
The 65-inch* GXD-L65H1 and 52-inch* GXD-L52H1 LCD public displays adopt a professional Full HD LCD
panel that offers excellent picture quality in 1920 x 1080 resolution and a high brightness of 700 cd/m2
(typical, GXD-L65H1 only)**. In addition, they offer a range of features and functionality that system
integrators demand.
Combining an aluminum frame bezel and an LCD protection panel made of tempered glass, these
displays are extremely robust and durable. They have a unique cooling system that circulates air inside
the unit and dissipates the heat generated through their advanced heat sinks. This eliminates the need
for ventilation holes, which can let dust in and out, allowing the display to be installed not only in dusty
locations, but also in environments where extremely clean air is required. Plus, Sony’s original backlight
system eliminates the common problem of a complete display failure when just a single cold cathode
fluorescent lamp (CCFL) malfunctions.
With all their unique features and functionality, Sony’s ruggedized professional public displays offer
dynamic and brilliant Full HD digital signage in locations ranging from retail shops, shopping mall
entrances, and train stations to hospitals, enterprises, schools, factories, and universities.
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
** The brightness of 700 cd/m2(typical) is the specification for the panel and not that for the GXD-L65H1 display.

Other Features
•HDMIInterface(optional)
•DVI(HDCP)Interface
•HD-SDIInterface(optional)
•OptionSlot
•Picture-in-Picture
(FWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1only)
•Picture-and-Picture
(FWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1only)
•On/OffTimer
•ConferenceMode
•ControlPanelLock
•SpecialHotelMenu
•IlluminationofSonyLogo
(FWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1only)
•ControlandMonitoringviaaNetwork*6
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Slim-bezel Model
FWD-S47H1
47-inch 1080 Full HD LCD Public Display
FWD-S42H1
42-inch 1080 Full HD LCD Public Display
FWD-S42E1
42-inch 1080 Full HD LCD Public Display
High Sophistication and Style for 1080 Full HD Digital Signage
Sony’s slim-bezel models are highly sophisticated and stylish, and look good in any installation location,
offering a sleeker appearance for digital signage audiences.
They provide excellent picture quality in Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, while also offering unique
features in brightness and power consumption depending on the model. The 47-inch*1FWD-S47H1
and 42-inch*1FWD-S42H1 models feature a high brightness of 700 cd/m2(typical)*2, allowing for use in
bright light conditions. Alternatively, the 42-inch* FWD-S42E1 model achieves a low power consumption
of 98 W (typical) in ECO mode*3, allowing for economical operation.
In addition to a range of analog interfaces, the slim-bezel models support a DVI (HDCP) digital
interface as standard. The FWD-S42E1 also supports remote control interfaces such as RS-232C and
Control S, and the FWD-S47H1 and FWD-S42H1 offer a network port. Furthermore, an option slot is
available on all models to accept a range of optional adaptors for the versatility of the display.
Slim-bezel professional public displays from Sony contribute to brilliant and dynamic digital signage
that attracts invaluable customers with impressive Full HD visuals in locations ranging from retail shops,
shopping malls, cinemas, and museums to hospitals, enterprises, and schools.
*1Viewable area, measured diagonally.
*2The brightness of 700 cd/m2(typical) is the specification for the panel and not for the display.
*3ECO mode is a low-brightness mode; it is used as the factory setting.
Main Features
•1080FullHD–HighResolutionof1920x1080
•1080pCapable–Top-qualityHDImagesby1080ProgressiveScan
•High-brightnessPanelof700cd/m2(typical)–IdealforUseinBrightLight
Conditions(FWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1Only)
•EconomicalOperation–LowPowerConsumptionof98W(Typical)in
ECOMode*3(FWD-S42E1Only)
•DICOM-simulatedGamma–AllowsforSimplePictureViewingfor
Education(FWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1Only)
•HighlySophisticatedandStylishSlim-bezelDesign–IdealforWall-mount
ApplicationsUsingaMulti-displayFunction
•DigitalSignageSystemswithaRangeofDigitalSignagePlayers*4
•PortraitMode–MountedVertically
•RS-232CandControlSInterfaces*5
•NetworkPort*6
*4 DigitalsignageplayersincludetheVSP-NS7set-topboxmodelandtheBKM-FW50slot-inmodel.
TheVSP-NS7cannotsupporttheFWD-S42E1untiltheupgradeoftheplayerinwinter,2010.For
moredetails,pleasecontactyournearestSonyofficeorauthorizeddealer.
*5 StandardontheFWD-S42E1;optionalfortheFWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1.
*6 StandardontheFWD-S47H1/FWD-S42H1;optionalfortheFWD-S42E1.
FWD-S47H1
New
FWD-S42H1
FWD-S42E1

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Sony’srangeofpublicdisplaysoffershigh-qualityimagesandsound,andthewidevarietyof
featuresandfunctionalitythatprofessionalsdemand.
FEATURECOMPARISON
Ruggedized Model Slim-bezel Model
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
High-quality Image and Sound
Panel Size (diagonal) 64.5-inch*152-inch*147-inch*142-inch*142-inch*1
1080 Full HD lllll
1080p Capable lllll
WXGA
High-brightness Panel of
700 cd/m2(typical)*3ll l
DICOM-simulated Gamma l l l
Economical Operation l
BBE and SRS WOW High-quality Sound
Flexibility and Reliability
Robust Aluminum Frame Bezel l l
Impact Resistant Front Panel l l
Highly Visible Images Thanks to AR-coated
or ARAG-coated Protection Panel
ARAG AR
Unique Cooling System l l
IPx4-rated Splash-proof Design l
IP5x-rated Dust-resistant Design lIP3x
Slim-bezel Design lll
All-in-one Design
Digital Signage System with the VSP-NS7 lllll*10
Digital Signage System with
the BKM-FW50 lllll
Interface Versatility
HDMI Interface x1*5x1*5
DVI (HDCP) Interface x1*4x1*4x1*4x1*4x1*4
HD-SDI Interface Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional
RS-232C and Control S Interfaces Optional Optional Optional Optional l
Network Port llllOptional
Option Slots x1 x1 x1 x1 x1
Operational Convenience
Picture-in-Picture llll
Picture-and-Picture llll
Multi-display lllll
Portrait Mode lllll
Illumination of Sony Logo llll
Light Sensor l
On/Off Timer lllll
Sleep Timer
Conference Mode lllll
Control Panel Lock lllll
Special Hotel Menu lllll
Easy Operation and Maintenance
Exchangeable Front Panel l l
Control and Monitoring via a Network lllll
Intelligent Backlight System l l
*1 Viewable area, measured diagonally.
*2 The display can accept 1080p signals and display them in WXGA resolution.
*3 The brightness of 700 cd/m2(typical) is the specification for the panel and not that for the display.
*4 The display is equipped with a DVI connector to accept video signals from DVI-based devices. This connector can also accept video signals from HDMI-based devices via a DVI-to-HDMI cable,
but cannot accept audio signals. The audio signals can be accepted from the analog AUDIO IN connector separately.
*5 The display is equipped with an HDMI connector to accept video and audio signals from HDMI-based devices. This connector can also accept video signals from DVI-based devices via a DVI-to-HDMI cable.
*6 The option slots are pre-installed with a BKM-FW10 Video Input Adaptor and a monitor control adaptor.
*7 For more information on using the network functions, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer.
*8 Only the BKM-FW50 is available for this feature. For use of the BKM-FW50, please contact your nearest Sony office of authorized dealer.
*9 When the display is used in portrait mode, the panel life decreases from that used in landscape mode by 30-50%.
*10 The VSP-NS7 cannot support the FWD-S42E1 until the upgrade of the player in winter, 2010. For more details, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer.

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GLOSSARY
High-quality Image and Sound
1080 Full HD
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Thedisplayincorporatesanewlydeveloped
professionalFullHDLCDpanelwitha16:9aspect
ratio.Thishigh-qualityLCDpaneloffersexcellent
picturequalitythankstoanativeresolutionof
1920x1080.
1080p Capable
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1* FWD-S42E1*
Thedisplayoffers1080p(progressivescan)
imagesat60framespersecondand50frames
persecond,whicharetop-qualityimagesinHD
formats.These1080psignalscanbeinputvia
HDMIandcomponent/RGBconnectors.
*Thedisplaycanaccept1080psignalsanddisplaytheseinWXGA
resolution.
High-brightness Panel of 700 cd/m2
(Typical)
GXD-L65H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1
Thedisplayadoptsahigh-brightnesspanelthat
offersahighbrightnessof700cd/m2(typical)*,
allowingforuseinbrightlightconditions.
*Thebrightnessof700cd/m2(typical)isthespecificationforthepanel
andnotthatforthedisplay.
DICOM-simulated Gamma
GXD-L65H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1
Thedisplaycanselectagammacurvethat
simulatesagammacurvecompliantwiththe
DICOM(DigitalImagingandCommunication
inMedicine)GSDF(GreyscaleStandardDisplay
Function)standard.
Withthisgammasetting,thedisplaycanbeused
forsimplepictureviewingforeducation.
Economical Operation
FWD-S42E1
ThedisplayemploysECOmodeasthefactory
setting.Thislow-brightnessmodeisdesignedfor
economicaloperation.InECOmode,thedisplay
canloweritspowerconsumptiontolessthan100
W(typically98W).
Flexibility and Reliability
Robust Aluminum Frame Bezel
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1
Theadoptionofanaluminumframebezelmakes
thedisplayextremelyrobust,andalsoprovidesa
sophisticatedappearance.
Impact Resistant Front Panel
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1
Thedisplayisequippedwithaprotectionpanel
madeoftemperedglassthatissituatedinfrontof
theLCDpaneltoprotectthesurfacefrombeing
damaged.TheprotectionpanelhaspassedSony’s
ownfree-falldroptest*forhighrobustness.
*Topassthetest,asteelballofapproximately500g(1lb2oz)is
droppeddownontotheprotectionpanelofthedisplayfromaheight
of1.3m(3.3feet)andthereshouldbenocrackonthesurface.
Highly Visible Images Thanks to
AR- or ARAG-coated Protection Panel
AR Coating
GXD-L52H1
Thedisplayadoptsananti-reflection(AR)coating
ontheglassprotectionpanelthatcanreducelight
reflectionforclear,high-contrastpictureviewing.
ARAG Coating
GXD-L65H1
Thedisplayadoptsbothananti-reflection(AR)and
anti-glare(AG)coatingontheglassprotection
panelthatcanreducelightreflectionmore
effectively–idealforuseinbrightlightconditions.
SimulatedImages
DICOM-simulated
Gamma
StandardGamma
(Midmode)

GLOSSARY
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IPx4-rated Splash-proof Design
GXD-L65H1
Thedisplayadopts
adesignmeeting
theIEC(International
Electrotechnical
Commission)60529IPx4
standard*forreliable
operationinlocations
whereitmaybesplashed
withwater.Forthis,various
considerationshavebeen
takenintoaccountinthedesignofthedisplay
enclosure,forexample,theconnectorprotection
coverscanbeattachedtotherearpanelofthe
displaytohelppreventwaterfromleakingintothe
connectorssituatedontherearpanel.
*TopassthetestcompliantwiththeIPx4standard,thedisplayis
splashedwithwaterfromalldirectionsatarateof4.4litersperminute
(L/min)for10minutesinpower-offmodeandnowaterdamage
shouldbefoundinthedisplayenclosureafterbeingsplashed.Sony
doesnotguaranteethatthedisplaywillwithstandoperationinall
circumstanceswherewaterispresent.
IP5x-rated Dust-resistant Design
GXD-L65H1
Thankstoitsadvanced
enclosuredesignand
uniquecoolingsystem,
thedisplayiscompliant
withtheIEC60529IP5x
standard*,allowingfor
thedisplaytobeinstalled
industyenvironments.
*Topassthetestcompliantwith
theIP5xstandard,thedisplayis
placedinavacuumchamber
todepressurizetheunitatupto2kPaandthentalcumpowderof
diameterlessthan75micronmetersisblowninfor8hourswhilein
power-offmode.Noaccumulatedtalcumpowder,whichmaycause
thedisplaytomalfunction,shouldbefoundinthedisplayenclosure
aftertheblowingtest.Sonydoesnotguaranteethatthedisplaywill
withstandoperationinsuchextremelydustyenvironments.
Unique Cooling System
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1
Thedisplayadoptsauniquecoolingsystemthat
increasesitsreliabilityandversatility.Whereas
conventionalsystemsbringcoldairinfromoutside
tocooltheunit,andthenfeedwarmairbackout,
thissystemusesmultiplefanstocirculateairinside
theprocessorunit,sothatallheatgeneratedin
theunitiseffectivelydissipatedthroughadvanced
heatsinkssituatedattherearofthedisplay.
Becausetheunitiscompletelysealedfromexternal
airandtherearenoairintakefilterstobecleaned,
thelifeoftheLCDdisplayisgreatlyextended.
Thisallowsthedisplaytobedeployedindusty
environments–suchastrainstations,shopping
mallentrances,andfactories–whereconventional
displayscanoftenmalfunctionduetoabuild-up
ofdustintheirventilationholesorontheircooling
fans.Alternatively,becausethissystemdoesnot
exhaustwarmair,whichwascirculatedinsidethe
unitandmaycontaindust,thereisnoneedto
worryaboutcontaminatingairoutside.Thisallows
thedisplaytobeusedinenvironmentswhere
extremelycleanairisrequired–suchaschemical
laboratories,foodfactories,andhospitals.
GXD-L65H1withandwithoutconnectorcovers
Dust-resistanttest
Splash-prooftest
ConventionalSystem
SonySystemfortheGXD-L52H1
SonySystemfortheGXD-L65H1

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Slim-bezel Design
FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42H1
Theadoptionofaslim-bezeldesignwithabezel
widthofjust19mm(0.75inches)makesthe
displaylookverysophisticatedandstylish.Thisis
idealforwall-mountapplicationsusingamulti-
displayfunction,becausetheslimbezelsareless
conspicuouswhenonelargeimageispresented
acrossmultipledisplayunits.
Digital Signage System with
VSP-NS7 Digital Signage Player
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1*
TheVSP-NS7DigitalSignagePlayerincorporatesa
high-capacityHDDof120GBandoffersavariety
offeaturesandfunctionalityfordigitalsignage
applications.
TheVSP-NS7canreceiveversatilecontentofupto
fiveimagelayers,includinggraphics,video,and
text,fromaPCviaanetwork,storethemonitsHDD,
andpresentthemonthescreenoftheconnected
display.Itcanalsoacceptlivestreamingvideo
andaudiofromaSonySNC-RZ50N/RZ50Pnetwork
camera,whichcanbeplayedoutwithother
contentlayers.Furthermore,anextraaudiochannel
isavailableforplayoutofmusicandnarration
independentoftheplaylist.
TheVSP-NS7allowsoperatorstocontrolanumber
ofsettingsandfunctionsoftheconnecteddisplay.
TheseincludepowerON/OFF,inputselection,
picturemodeselection,audiolevelsettings,anda
picture-in-picturefunction.
Theuser-friendlyVSPA-D7DigitalSignagePlayer
ManagementSoftware(soldseparatelyand
requiredforoperationoftheVSP-NS7)makes
managingtheVSP-NS7extremelyeasy.Fromcontent
managementandscheduling,todistribution,the
operationofthissoftwareapplicationwascreated
withthemosteffectiveworkflowinmind.
WiththecombinationoftheVSP-NS7andadisplay,
itispossibletocreateasimple,yethighlyadvanced
digitalsignagesystem.
*TheVSP-NS7cannotsupporttheFWD-S42E1untiltheupgradeofthe
playerinwinter,2010.Formoredetails,pleasecontactyournearest
Sonyofficeorauthorizeddealer.
Digital Signage Systems with BKM-FW50
Digital Signage Player
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
TheBKM-FW50isaversatiledigitalsignageplayer
equippedwithamemorycardslotthatsupports
CompactFlashmemorycards.Attachingthisplayer
totheoptionslotofadisplaycreatesaverysimple
andeasy-to-usedigitalsignagesystemthatoffersthe
followingfunctions:
•Playoutstillimagesandvideosautomaticallyand
sequentiallyfromamemorycardinthememory
cardslot,enablingtheattacheddisplaytoinstantly
presentdigitalsignagecontent.Thereisno
requirementforanetworkedPCinthisverysimple
digitalsignagesystem.
•ReceivedigitalsignagecontentfromaPC/HTTP
serverviaanetwork,storeitontheplayer’smemory
card,andplayitoutontheattacheddisplay
accordingtotheplayer’ssettings.
Allthesettingsnecessaryforthesedigitalsignage
functions,suchasautoplaymode,scheduled
download,andplaybackofcontentcanbeeasilyset
upfromaPCviaanetwork.Thedisplaysettingssuch
aspowerON/OFF,inputselection,andbrightness/
contrastarealsoavailablefromthesamePC.
*TousethedisplayintheBKM-FW50system,pleasecontactyour
nearestSonyofficeorauthorizeddealer.
SimulatedImage
TheilluminationoftheSonylogocanbeturnedoff.

GLOSSARY
10
RS-232C and Control S Interfaces
GXD-L65H1* GXD-L52H1* FWD-S47H1* FWD-S42H1* FWD-S42E1
ThedisplaysupportsanRS-232Cinterface,allowing
forfullcontrolofthedisplayfromexternaldevices.
Inaddition,itcanreceivecommandsignalsfrom
itsbuilt-inIRreceiverandoutputthesetoexternal
devicesconnectedtoitviaaControlSinterface.
ThisallowsIRremotecontrollerstooperatethe
deviceswirelessly.
*TousetheRS-232CandControlSinterfaces,anoptionalBKM-FW21
adaptormustbeinstalledintheoptionslotofthedisplay.
Network Port
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1*
Thedisplayoffersversatilenetworkcapabilities
suchasremotecontrolandmonitoringviaa
networkport.
*Tousethenetworkport,aBKM-FW32orBKM-FW50adaptormust
beinstalledintheoptionslotofthedisplay.
**Tousethenetworkport,aBKM-FW50adaptormustbeinstalled
inthedisplay–pleasealsocontactyournearestSonyofficeor
authorizeddealer.
Option Slots
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Thedisplayisequippedwithoptionslotsthat
allowtheuseofoptionaladaptorstoenhancethe
versatilityofthedisplay.
Interface Versatility
HDMI Interface
GXD-L65H1* GXD-L52H1* FWD-S47H1** FWD-S42H1**
FWD-S42E1** F
ThedisplayisequippedwithanHDMIinterface,
whichisthelateststandardfordigitallyconnecting
tohigh-definitiondevices.
*ByusingaDVI-to-HDMIcable,thedisplaycanalsoacceptDVI(HDCP)
signals.
**TousetheHDMIinterface,anoptionalBKM-FW15adaptormustbe
installedintheoptionslotofthedisplay.
DVI (HDCP) Interface
GXD-L65H1* GXD-L52H1* FWD-S47H1* FWD-S42H1* FWD-S42E1*
ThedisplaysupportsDVI(DigitalVisualInterface),
whichisavideointerfacefordigitallyconnecting
todisplaydevices.ItalsosupportsHDCP(High-
bandwidthDigitalContentProtection),whichis
adigitalcopyprotectionstandardforaudioand
videocontent.
*ByusingaDVI-to-HDMIcable,thedisplaycanalsoacceptvideo
signalsfromHDMI-baseddevices,butcannotacceptaudiosignals.
TheaudiosignalscanbeacceptedfromtheanalogAUDIOIN
connectorseparately.
HD-SDI Interface
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
WiththeoptionalBKM-FW16HD-SDIInputAdaptor
attachedtoitsoptionslot,thedisplaycanaccept
digitalvideoinbothHDandSD(standard-
definition)formatsviaanHD-SDI/SD-SDIinterface.
Optional Adaptors Ruggedized Model Slim-bezel Model
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
BKM-FW10
BKM-FW11 lllll
BKM-FW12
BKM-FW15 lllll
BKM-FW16 lllll
BKM-FW21 llll
BKM-FW32 l
BKM-FW50 lllll
s: For use of the BKM-FW50, please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer
nAvailable Optional Adaptors

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Operational Convenience
Picture-in-Picture
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1
Thepicture-in-picturefunctionallowsthepicturefromasecondarysourcetobedisplayedwithin
themainpicture.Thesecondarypictureisvariableinsizeandposition.
Picture-and-Picture
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1
Thepicture-and-picturefunctionallowsthepicturesfromseparatesourcestobedisplayedsideby
side.Eachpictureisvariableinsize.
Simulatedimages
Simulatedimages

GLOSSARY
12
Simulatedimages
Simulatedimages
Multi-display
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Themulti-displayfunctioncanpresentone
dynamiclarge-screenimagebycombiningupto
16displayunits.Therearetwodisplaymodesto
choosefrom:
Window Mode
Whenmakingonelargeimageusingmultiple
displaysinthismode,eachdisplayunitcalculates
theimagepartthatishiddenbyitsframebezel,
andthendisplayseachsegmentedportionofthe
image.Asaresult,theonelargeimagelooksto
bepartiallymaskedwithmultipleframebezels.
Tile Mode
Whenmakingonelargeimageusingmultiple
displaysinthismode,eachdisplayunitdoesnot
calculatetheimagepartthatishiddenbyits
framebezel,butratherdisplayseachsegmented
portionoftheimage,asitis.Asaresult,theone
largeimagelookstobesplitbymultipleframe
bezels.
Portrait Mode
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Thedisplaycanbemountedhorizontallyand
vertically,soitcanbeusedfordigitalsignagein
eitherlandscapeorportraitmodes.
Illumination of Sony Logo
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1
TheSonylogocanbeshownontheframeofthe
displaybyilluminatingabuilt-inLED.Thepositionof
thelogocanbeautomaticallyselectedfromtwo
positions,thankstoabuilt-inpositionsensor.This
allowsthelogotobeproperlyoriented,depending
onwhetherthedisplayismountedhorizontally
orvertically.Furthermore,thebuilt-inLEDcanbe
turnedoffmanuallytosuituserpreference.
Light Sensor
GXD-L65H1
Thedisplayisequippedwithalightsensoron
thefrontofthedisplaybezel.Thisdetectswhen
thelightisfadingandautomaticallylowersthe
brightnesslevelofthedisplaypanelaccordingly,
formoreeconomicaloperation.
Portraitmode
Landscapemode

Easy Operation and Maintenance
Exchangeable Front Protection Panel
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1
Thefrontprotectionpanelmadeoftemperedglass
canbeconvenientlyreplaced*withanewone,if
required,withouthavingtodismount**thewhole
displayunit.
* Ifaprotectionpaneldoesneedtobereplaced,pleasecontactyour
nearestSonyofficeorauthorizeddealer.
** Thewholedisplayunitmayhavetobedismountedinsome
instances,dependingonthemountinglocation.
Control and Monitoring via a Network
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1*
Thedisplaysettings,suchaspowerON/OFFand
selectionofinputsignals,canbecontrolledand
monitoredfromaPCviaanetwork.
* Tousethenetworkfunctions,aBKM-FW32orBKM-FW50adaptor
mustbeinstalledintheoptionslotofthedisplay.
** Tousethenetworkfunctions,aBKM-FW50adaptormustbe
installedinthedisplay–pleasealsocontactyournearestSony
officeorauthorizeddealer.
Intelligent Backlight System
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1
Conventionalbacklightsystemscomprising
multiplecoldcathodefluorescentlamps(CCFL)
haveaweaknessthatthewholesystemstops
operating,evenifjustoneCCFLhasblownout.
ThebacklightsystemofSony’sdisplaysolves
thisproblemwithanadvancedCCFLcontrol
function.EvenifoneCCFLhasblownout,Sony’s
backlightsystemallowsthedisplaytomaintain
stableoperations.Andifsuchamalfunction
occurs,thedisplayblinksaPower/StandbyLED
indicatorsituatedonthefrontofthedisplaybezel
automaticallytoalertusers.Malfunctionscan
alsobeeasilydetected–inthecaseofnetworked
displays,throughthePCthatmonitorsthestatus
ofthedisplay,orifstandalone,byacontroldevice
connectedtothe
displayviaan
RS-232Cinterface.
On/Off Timer
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Thedisplaycanbeprogrammedtoturnonoroff
ataprecisetime(hh:mm)-eithereverydayoron
specifieddaysoftheweek.
Conference Mode
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Conferencemodeisausefulfunctionwhenusing
thedisplaysforvideoconferencing.Ithighlightsthe
facialexpressionsofvideoconferenceparticipants
moreclearlybyreducingthegreeningredient
ofofficefluorescentlightsformorenaturalcolor
reproduction.Thisisespeciallyusefulifyour
videoconferencingdevicedoesnotoffersuch
functionalityitself.
Control Panel Lock
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Thecontrolpanellockfunctioncandisablethe
controlpanelofadisplaytopreventunauthorized
changestothedisplaysettings.
Special Hotel Menu*
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Thesettingsmenuofadisplayincludesaspecial
menuforhotelinstallationthatoffersadvanced
settingssuchasvolumelimitation.
*Fordetailedinformation,pleasecontactyournearestSonyofficeor
authorizeddealer.
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Backlight System CCFLs
If one CCFL has
blown out, The backlight system keeps operating.
The Backlight System stops operating.
Conventional Backlight System
Sony’s Backlight System
Intelligent Backlight System

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PRESETSIGNALS
nPreset Video Signals
nPreset Computer Signals
Input Signal Formats Ruggedized Model Slim-bezel Model
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
NTSC llll
PAL llll
NTSC4.43 llll
PAL60 llll
PAL-M llll
PAL-N llll
575/50I lllll
480/60I lllll
576/50P lllll
480/60P lllll
1080/50I lllll
1080/60I lllll
720/50P lllll
720/60P lllll
1080/50P lllll
1080/60P lllll
1080/24PSF lllll
Input Signal Formats (RGB) fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Resolution
(Active Pixels)
Ruggedized Model Slim-bezel Model
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
VGA-1 (VGA 350) 31.5 70 640 x 350 lllll
640 x 480 @ 60 Hz (VESA STD) 31.5 60 640 x 480 lllll
Mac 13” 35.0 67 640 x 480 lllll
VGA (VGA TEXT) 31.5 70 720 x 400 lllll
800 x 600 @ 60 Hz (VESA STD) 37.9 60 800 x 600 lllll
Mac 16” 49.7 75 832 x 624 lllll
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz (VESA STD) 48.4 60 1024 x 768 lllll
1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz (VESA STD) 60.0 75 1024 x 768 lllll
1024 x 768 @ 85 Hz (VESA STD) 68.7 85 1024 x 768 lllll
1152 x 864 @ 75 Hz (VESA STD) 67.5 75 1152 x 864 lllll
Mac 21” 68.7 75 1152 x 870 lllll
1280 x 960 @ 60 Hz (VESA STD) 60.0 60 1280 x 960 lllll
1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz (VESA STD) 64.0 60 1280 x 1024 lllll
1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (VESA STD) 75.0 60 1600 x 1200 lllll
1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
(VESA, Reduced Blanking) 74.0 60 1920 x 1200 lllll
800 x 600 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 37.4 60 800 x 600 lllll
848 x 480 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 29.8 60 848 x 480 lllll
848 x 480 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 29.5 60 848 x 480
848 x 480 @ 75 Hz (CVT) 37.7 75 848 x 480 lllll
848 x 480 @ 85 Hz (CVT) 43.0 85 848 x 480 lllll
1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 44.8 60 1280 x 720 lllll
1280 x 768 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 47.8 60 1280 x 768 lllll
1280 x 768 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 47.4 60 1280 x 768
1280 x 768 @ 75 Hz (CVT) 60.3 75 1280 x 768 lllll
1280 x 960 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 59.7 60 1280 x 960 lllll
1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 47.7 60 1360 x 768 lllll
1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 47.4 60 1360 x 768
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 47.8 60 1024 x 768 lllll
1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 63.7 60 1280 x 1024 lllll
1400 x 1050 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 65.3 60 1400 x 1050 lllll
1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (CVT) 74.5 60 1600 x 1200 lllll
1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
(CVT, Reduced Blanking) 66.6 60 1920 x 1080 lllll

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SIGNALCOMBINATIONS
ForPicture-in-PictureandPicture-and-PictureFunctions
nRuggedized Type: GXD-L65H1 and GXD-L52H1
VIDEO HD 15 DVI HDMI OPTION
S-Video Composite RGB Component RGB Component HDMI HD-SDI/SD-SDI
VIDEO S-Video llllllll
Composite llllllll
HD 15 RGB lllllll
Component lllllll
DVI llllll
HDMI llllll
nSlim-bezel Type: FWD-S47H1 and FWD-S42H1
VIDEO HD 15 DVI OPTION
S-Video Composite RGB Component DVI/HDMI* RGB Component HDMI HD-SDI/SD-SDI
VIDEO S-Video lllllll
Composite lllllll
HD 15 RGB llllll
Component llllll
DVI DVI/HDMI* llllll
* The display is equipped with a DVI connector to accept video signals from DVI-based devices. This connector can also accept video signals from HDMI-based devices via a DVI-to-HDMI cable,
but cannot accept audio signals. The audio signals can be accepted from the analog AUDIO IN connector separately.

CONNECTORS
nConnector Panels of Displays
Component/RGB In (BNC x5)
Audio In (Stereo mini jack x1)
Audio In (L/R)
(Pin jack x2)
S-Video In/Out
(
Mini DIN 4 pin x2
)
Video In/Out
(BNC x2)
nOptional Adaptors
BKM-FW10VideoInputAdaptor BKM-FW11
Component/RGBInputAdaptor
Audio In
(Stereo mini jack x1)
RGB/Component In/Out
(
D-sub 15 pin, female x2
)
BKM-FW12
RGB/ComponentActiveThroughAdaptor
HD-SDI/SDI In/Out
(
BNC x2
)
HDMI
(
x2
)
BKM-FW15HDMIInputAdaptor BKM-FW16HD-SDIInputAdaptor
Control-S In/Out (Mini jack x2)
RS-232C (D-sub 9pin, female x1)
BKM-FW21MonitorControlAdaptor
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IN
GXD-L65H1 and GXD-L52H1
FWD-S47H1 and FWD-S42H1
FWD-S42E1
FWD-40LX2F and FWD-32LX2F
KLH-40X1
KLH-W32

USB Port (x1)
CompactFlash Slot (x1)
Network Port
(
RJ45 x1
)
Network Port (RJ45 x1)
BKM-FW32
NetworkManagementAdaptor
BKM-FW50DigitalSignagePlayer
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OPTIONALACCESSORIES
BKM-FW16
HD-SDI Input Adaptor
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
VSP-NS7
Digital Signage Player
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1*
FWD-40LX2F FWD-32LX2F KLH-40X1
SU-S01
Display Stand
FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
BKM-FW11
Component /RGB Input Adaptor
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1 FWD-40LX2F
FWD-32LX2F
BKM-FW21
Monitor Control Adaptor
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1
SS-SPG02
Speaker System
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
BKM-FW32
Network Management Adaptor
FWD-S42E1 FWD-40LX2F FWD-32LX2F
BKM-FW15
HDMI Input Adaptor
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
BKM-FW50
Digital Signage Playerr
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 FWD-S47H1
FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1 FWD-40LX2F
FWD-32LX2F KLH-40X1 KLH-W32
*TheVSP-NS7cannotsupporttheFWD-S42E1untiltheupgradeoftheplayerinwinter,2010.Formoredetails,pleasecontactyournearestSonyofficeor
*authorizeddealer.

61 3/8 (1,557) 7 1/4 (183)
56 1/4 (1,428.5)
36 3/4 (931)
31 3/4 (803.5)
SPECIFICATIONS
Ruggedized Model
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1
Picture Performance
LCD Panel Panel size (diagonal) 64.5-inch* 52-inch*
Resolution (H/V) 1920 x 1080 pixels, Full HD
Pixel pitch 1/32 x 1/32 inches (0.74 x 0.74 mm) 1/40 x 1/40 inches (0.6 x 0.6 mm)
Picture size (H/V) 56 1/4 x 31 3/4 inches (1,428 x 804 mm) 45 1/2 x 25 5/8 inches (1,152 x 648 mm)
Panel drive RGB 10 bit
Contrast ratio 2500:1 (typical) 800:1 (typical)
Brightness 700 cd/m2(typical) 500 cd/m2(typical)
Viewing angle** 178° (typical)
Response Time 8 ms (typical) 9 ms (typical)
Type a-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD
Protection Panel Light transmittance Approx. 90% Approx. 95%
Acceptable signals Refer to“Preset Video Signals” and “Preset Computer Signals”
Color system NTSC, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, NTSC4.43, PAL60
Sampling rate 13.5 to 162 MHz 13.5 to 140 MHz
Input and Output
REMOTE Network port RJ45 (x1), 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
AUDIO Audio out Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
VIDEO S-Video in Mini DIN 4-pin (x1)
Y: 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
C: 0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL) Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
Video in/out BNC (x2), composite video, 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω, loop-through (automatic termination)
Audio in Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
HD15 Video in/out D-sub 15-pin, active through (female, x2)
(RGB/COMPONENT) Audio in Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
DVI DVI in DVI Specification Rev. 1.0 compliant
Audio in Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
HDMI HDMI in HDMI (1,080p)
SPEAKER Speaker out (L/R) Grip connector (x4), 7W + 7W, 6Ω
General
Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 5.5 A (maximum) AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 4.6 A (maximum)
Power consumption 430 W (typical)/540 W (maximum) 380 W (typical)/460 W (maximum)
Operating temperature 32 to 95°F (0 to 35 °C)
Storage temperature 14 to 104 °F (-10 to 40 °C)
Humidity 20 to 90%, no condensation
Dimensions (W/H/D) Approx. 61 3/8 x 36 3/4 x 7 1/4 inches (1,557 x 931 x 183 mm) Approx. 50 5/8 x 30 1/8 x 6 inches (1,281 x 764 x 152 mm)
(excluding protruding parts) (excluding protruding parts)
Weight Approx. 207.2 lb (94 kg) Approx. 143 lb 4 3/4oz (65 kg)
Supplied Accessories
AC power cord (1), LAN Cable(1), AC plug holder (2), AC power cord (1), LAN Cable(1), AC plug holder (2),
Remote Commander RM-FW002 (1), Size AA (R6) batteries (2), Cable holder (8), Remote Commander RM-FW002 (1),
Operating instructions (1), Insallation manual for dealers (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2),Operating instructions (1)
Regulation Compliance
IEC 60529 IP54, UL60950-1, CSA No.60950-1-03 (c-UL), IEC 60529 IP30, UL60950-1, CSA No.60950-1-03 (c-UL),
FCC Class B, IC Class B, EN 60950-1 (NEMKO), CE, C-Tick FCC Class B, IC Class B, EN 60950-1 (NEMKO), CE, C-Tick
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
** Measured at the contrast ratio more than 10:1
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50 1/2 (1,281) or 50 3/8 (1,278)*
45 3/8 (1,152)
30 1/8 (764) or 30 1/8 (761)*
6 (152) or 6 (150)*
25 5/8 (648)
3 3/4 (93.5)
2 1/8 (51)
1 15/16 (48)*
26 5/8 (674)
2 5/8 (64.7)1 (25)
Dimensions
GXD-L65H1 GXD-L52H1 Unit:inches(mm)
*Excludingcornerprotectioncovers

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Dimensions
2 7/8 (70)
5 1/8 (129)
42 5/8 (1,082)
41 (1,040)
24 3/4 (627) 23 1/8 (585)
2 7/8 (70)
5 (125)
38 3/8 (973)
36 3/4 (930)
22 3/8 (566) 20 5/8 (523)
FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1andFWD-S42E1
Unit:inches(mm)
Slim-bezel Model
FWD-S47H1 FWD-S42H1 FWD-S42E1
Picture Performance
Panel Panel size (diagonal) 47-inch* 42-inch*
Resolution (H/V) 1920 x 1080 pixels, Full HD
Pixel pitch 1/46 x 1/46 inches (0.54 x 0.54 mm) 1/52 x 1/52 inches (0.48 x 0. 48 mm)
Picture size (H/V) 41 x 23 1/8 inches (1,040 x 585 mm) 36 5/8 x 20 5/8 inches (930 x 523 mm)
Panel drive RGB 8bit + FRC (Frame Rate Control), color number : 1.06 billion
Contrast ratio 1000:1 (typical)
Brightness 700 cd/m2(typical) 500 cd/m2(maximum)
Viewing angle** 178° (typical)
Response Time 9 ms (typical)
Type a-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD
Acceptable signals Refer to“Preset Video Signals” and “Preset Computer Signals”
Color system NTSC, PAL, SECAM, PAL-M, PAL-N, NTSC4.43, PAL60 –
Sampling rate 13.5 to 162 MHz
Input and Output
REMOTE Network port RJ45 (x1), 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX –
RS-232C D-sub 9-pin (female, x1)
Control S out Mini jack (x1)
AUDIO Audio out Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance –
VIDEO S-Video in Mini DIN 4-pin (x1)
Y: 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
C: 0.286 (NTSC)/0.3 (PAL) Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated –
Video in/out BNC (x2), composite video, 1.0 Vp-p ±2 dB, sync negative, 75 Ω, loop-through (automatic termination)
Audio in Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
HD15
(RGB/COMPONENT)
Video in/out D-sub 15-pin (female, x2) –
Audio in Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
DVI DVI in DVI (x1), DVI Specification Rev. 1.0 compliant/HDMI (available by using a DVI-to-HDMI cable)**
Audio in Stereo mini jack (x1), 500 mV rms, high impedance
SPEAKER Speaker out (L/R) Grip connector (x4), 7W + 7W, 6Ω
General
Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 A (maximum) AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 2.9 A (maximum) AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.6 A (maximum)
Power consumption 240 W (typical) / 320 W (maximum) 210 W (typical) / 280 W (maximum) 98 W (typical) (in ECO mode: low-brightness mode
for factory setting) / 160 W (maximum)
Operating temperature 32 to 95 °F (0 to 35 °C)
Storage temperature 14 to 104 °F (-10 to 40 °C)
Humidity 20 to 90%, no condensation
Dimensions (W/H/D) 42 5/8 x 24 3/4 x 5 1/8 inches
(1082 x 627 x 129 mm)
38 3/8 x 22 3/8 x 5 inches (973 x 566 x 125 mm)
Weight 67 lb 2 oz (30.5 Kg) 56 lb 2 oz (25.5 Kg)
Supplied Accessories
AC power cord (1), AC plug holder (2), Cable holder (9), LAN cabler (1), Remote Commander RM-FW002 (1),
Size AA (R6) batteries (2), Operating instructions (1)
AC power cord (1), AC plug holder (2), Cable holder (9),
Remote Commander RM-FW002 (1),
Size AA (R6) batteries (2), Operating instructions (1)
Regulation Compliance
UL60950-1, CSA No.60950-1-03 (c-UL), FCC Class B, IC Class B, EN 60950-1 (NEMKO), CE, C-Tick
* Viewable area, measured diagonally.
** Measured at the contrast ratio more than 10:1
*** Audio signals are not supported.

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