Sony PVM-8220 User manual

TRINITRON® COLOR VIDEO MONITOR
PVM-8220/8221
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English TABLE OF CONTENTS
OWNER’S RECORD
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of
the unit. Record these numbers in the spaces provided
below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your authorized
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
For customers in the U.S.A.
Features 3
Precautions 3
Location and function of controls 4
System connections 6
Connecting aVTR or camera 6
Connecting several monitors 6
Tally connection 7
Specifications 7
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not ex-
pose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage’’ within the pro-
duct’s enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute arisk of
electric shock to persons.
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 aClass B
computing device in accordance with the specifications in
Subpart Jof 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 aparticular 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 adifferent 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 may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:
“How to Identify and 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.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompa-
nying the appliance.
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FEATURES PRECAUTIONS
High-resolution picture
The Microblack'''M Trinitron'^ picture tube (PVM-8220) or
the Super Fine Pitch Trinitron® picture tube (PVM-8221)
gives ahigh resolution (PVM-8220; 250 TV lines,
PVM-8221 :400 TV lines), high contrast picture.
Push-to-iock controls
In the locked position, the controls are protected from
damage during carriage of the unit. The protruding posi-
tion allows easier operation.
Monitor of sync signals
The H/V-DELAY switch allows horizontal and vertical
sync signals to be displayed on the screen.
Blue only picture
By using the B-ONLY switch, the picture can be
displayed in blue and black only, facilitating hue adjust-
ment or observation of VTR noise.
Underscan mode
The signal normally scanned outside of the screen can
be monitored in the underscan mode facilitating check
of video signals.
External sync connection
The unit can operate on an external sync signal in syn-
chronization with other VTR equipment.
Two video inputs
Two video sources can be connected to the unit. Either
input can easily be switched by pressing the INPUT
select switch.
By using an optional MB-504 mounting bracket, this unit
can be mounted in an EIA standard 19-inch rack.
For mounting details, refer to the instruction manual of
the MB-504.
On safety
•Operate the unit only on 120 Vac.
Use only the supplied ac power cord. Do not use any
other type.
•Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified per-
sonnel before operating it any further.
•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be
used for serveral 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 alocation near heat sources
such as radiators or air ducts, or in aplace subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration
or shock.
•Keep the unit away from aloudspeaker or motor, as
the picture may be affected.
On cleaning
To keep the unit looking brand-new, periodically clean it
with asoft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with
acloth lightly dampened with amild detergent solution.
Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine, or
abrasive cleansers since these will damage the cabinet.
As asafety 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.
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LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF CONTROLS
The photos show the P\/M-8220.
Tally lamp
INPUT select switch o
SCAN mode select
switch-
B-ONLY switch 0
H/V-DELAY switch 0
SYNC switch 0
POWER switch and
indicator
PICTURE control
eBRIGHT control
oCOLOR control
oHUE control
oSHARP control
-Ov HOLD control
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0AC IN socket
OPOWER switch and indicator
To turn the monitor on, depress the POWER switch
(jzL ON). The POWER indicator lights. To turn it off,
press the switch again (n OFF).
OPICTURE control
Adjusts the contrast, intensity and brightness
simultaneously in the proper ratio.
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OBRIGHT (brightness) control
Adjusts the brightness. Normally set this control at
the center detent position. Clockwise rotation makes
the picture brighter; counterclockwise rotation
makes it darker.
OCOLOR control
Adjusts the color intensity of the picture. Clockwise
rotation makes the picture more vivid ;counter-
clockwise rotation makes it paler.
OHUE control
Use to obtain the most natural skin tones. Clockwise
rotation makes the skin tones more greenish;
counterclockwise rotation makes them more pur-
plish.
OSHARP (sharpness) control
Adjusts the sharpness of the picture. Clockwise rota-
tion makes the picture sharper; counterclockwise
rotation makes it softer.
OVHOLD (vertical hold) control
If the picture rolls vertically, correct it with this
control.
Before turning one of the controls Oto O, for easier
operation press on it to release the control to apro-
truding position.
©Tally lamp
This lamp is turned on and off according to the signal
supplied to the TALLY connector at the rear from a
console or special-effects generator. To identify the
monitor, insert the supplied number plate.
OINPUT select switch
Keep this switch released (n A) to monitor the signal
from the VIDEO AIN connector.
Depress the switch {a. B) to monitor the signal from
the VIDEO BIN connector.
0SCAN mode select switch
Keep this switch released (n NORM) for normal
scanning.
Depress the switch (a. UNDER) to reduce the display
size by about 5% (underscanning mode) and to view a
picture which does not appe'ar in normal scanning.
0B-ONLY (blue only) switch
Normally keep this switch released (n NORM).
Depress the switch (a. BLUE) to turn off the red and
green beams. The picture will be displayed in blue
and black only. This facilitates hue adjustment or
observation of VTR noise.
©H/V DELAY switch
Normally keep this switch released.
To monitor the sync signals, depress the switch. The
picture is shifted horizontally and vertically. The
horizontal sync is displayed in left approximately one
quarter of the screen and the vertical sync is
displayed near the center of the screen.
©SYNC switch
Normally keep this switch released (n INT). The
monitor is driven with the internal sync signal.
To drive the monitor with an external sync signal con-
nected to the SYNC IN connector at the rear, depress
the switch (jzi. EXT).
©VIDEO A, 0VIDEO B
Two video input connectors (VIDEO Aand VIDEO B)
for the composite video signals and their loop-
through output connectors.
To monitor the input signals connected to the VIDEO
AIN connector, keep the INPUT select switch releas-
ed (n A).
To monitor the input signals to the VIDEO BIN con-
nector, depress the INPUT select switch (jn. B).
IN connector (BNC type)
Connect to the video output of video equipment, such
as aVTR or acolor video camera.
OUT connector (BNC type)
Loop-through output of the IN connector. Connect to
the video input of aVTR or another monitor.
75Q termination switch
When only the IN connector is used (the OUT connec-
tor is not used), set this switch to ON. When both the
IN and OUT connectors are used together for aloop-
through connection, set the switch to OFF.
©EXT SYNC (external sync)
IN connector (BNC type)
When this monitor operates on an external sync
signal, connect the reference signal from async
generator to this connector.
OUT connector (BNC type)
Loop-through output of the EXT SYNC IN connector.
Connect to the external sync input of video equip-
ment to be synchronized with this monitor.
75Q termination switch
When only the EXT SYNC IN connector is used (the
EXT SYNC OUT connector is not used), set this
switch to ON. When both the EXT SYNC IN and OUT
connectors are used together for aloop-through con-
nection, set the switch to OFF.
©R/G/B BKG (background) controls
Used for adjusting the white balance of the back-
ground.
©R/G/B DRIVE controls
Used for adjusting the white balance at the white
peak.
©TALLY connector (4-pin DIN)
Connect to the tally output of acontrol console,
special-effects generator, etc. The tally light on the
front panel will be turned on or off by the connected
console or special-effects generator.
@AC IN socket
Connect the supplied ac power cord to this socket
and to awall outlet.
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SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING AVTR OR CAMERA CONNECTING SEVERAL MONITORS
VTR 1
VIDEO
OUT
Video
camera 1
VIDEO
OUT
VTR 2Video
camera 2
Aloop-through connection is convenient for monitoring
the same signal on several monitors. Use the OUT con-
nectors of VIDEO Aand VIDEO B. Up to 10 monitors can
be connected for each group. Set the 75 Qtermination
switch of the last monitor to ON and those of the other
monitors to OFF.
When an external sync generator is connected, depress
the SYNC switch (.. EXT) on each monitor.
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TALLY CONNECTION
To utilize the tally-lamp feature of this monitor, connect
the TALLY connector at the rear of the monitor to acon-
trol console, special-effects generator, etc. using the
supplied tally connector. The No.1 (ground) and No.
2
(tally) pins should be connected to the corresponding
pins of the tally out connector.
The tally lamp on the front panel will be turned on or off
by operating the console or special-effects generator.
How to use the supplied number plate
To identify the monitor in your system, insert the sup-
plied number plate under the tally lamp cover. When the
tally lamp lights, the number will be illuminated.
SPECIFICATIONS
Color system NTSC system
Picture tube PVM-8220 :
Microblack Trinitron tube
PVM-8221 :
Super Fine Pitch Trinitron tube
8-inch picture measured diagonally,
70-degree deflection
Resolution PVM-8220 :250 TV lines (B/W)
PVM-8221 :400 TV lines (B/W)
Color temperature
6500° K
Frequency response
PVM-8220: 4MHz(-3dB)
PVM-8221; 5.5 MHz (-3 dB)
Horizontal linearity
±8%
Vertical linearity ±8%
Line pull range Horizontal ±500 Hz
Overscan of the picture
6%
Underscan of the picture
5%
H/V delay Horizontal :Approx. 1/4 line
Vertical :Approx. 1/2 field
Return loss 5MHz, -30 dB (VIDEO AIN, VIDEO BIN)
Zooming Within 3%
Convergence Central area 0.5 mm
Periphery 0.7 mm
Brightness PVM-8220
:
More than 50 foot-lamberts
PVM-8221 ;
More than 30 foot-lamberts
Inputs VIDEO IN (VIDEO A, VIDEO B)
:
BNC connector
Composite 1Vp-p ±6 dB,
75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
Non-composite 0.7 Vp-p
EXT SYNC IN :BNC connector
Composite sync 4Vp-p ±6 dB,
sync negative, 75 ohms and high
impedance switchable
Loop-through outputs
VIDEO OUT (VIDEO A, VIDEO B) :
BNC connector
Composite 1Vp-p ±6 dB,
75 ohms, unbalanced, sync
negative
Non-composite 0.7 Vp-p
EXT SYNC OUT: BNC connector
Composite sync 4Vp-p ±6 dB,
sync negative, 75 ohms and high
impedance switchable
TALLY connector
4-pin DIN connector
Power requirements
120 Vac, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
30 Wac, max.
Dimensions Approx. 216 x219 x319 mm (w/h/d)
(SVs X8V« X12^8 inches)
inch projecting parts and controls
Weight Approx. 7.5 kg (16 lb 9oz)
not inch accessories
Accessories supplied
AC power cord (1)
Tally connector (4-pin DIN) (1)
Number plate (1 set)
Optional accessory
Mounting bracket MB-504
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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