Manual for PVM-20M4A

Manual for PVM-20M4A

Brand: SONY

Category: Video Camera

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Available Languages: EN , ES

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:17 p.m.

Warranty Information

No explicit warranty period is stated in the provided manual excerpt.

Picture Features

  • HR (High Resolution) Trinitron picture tube for PVM-14M4U/14M4E/14M4A/20M4U/20M4E/20M4A (over 800 TV lines resolution)
  • Trinitron picture tube for PVM-14M2U/14M2E/14M2A/20M2U/20M2E (over 600 TV lines resolution)
  • Comb filter for accurate Y/C separation in NTSC signals
  • Beam current feedback circuit for stable white balance
  • Four color systems supported: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and NTSC4.43, selected automatically
  • Blue only mode for color saturation and phase adjustments

Input Features

  • Analog RGB/component input connectors
  • Y/C input connectors for separated luminance and chrominance signals
  • External sync input
  • Automatic termination (75 ohms) on loop-through output connectors

Functions

  • Underscan mode
  • Horizontal/vertical delay mode
  • Auto/manual degaussing
  • On-screen menus for various settings
  • Five menu languages available
  • Optional SDI Kit and Serial Remote Interface Kit support

Troubleshooting and error codes

Error/Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Monitor does not turn on. Power cord is not connected properly. Connect the power cord securely to the AC IN socket and a wall outlet.
No picture is displayed. Input signal is not connected or selected. Check cable connections and ensure the correct input is selected using the input selectors.
Picture is distorted or unstable. Signal cable issue or incorrect settings. Check cable connections, try a different cable, or adjust settings via the on-screen menu.
Color is incorrect. Color system setting or chroma/phase adjustment issue. Ensure the correct color system is selected or use the on-screen menu to adjust chroma and phase.
Screen display is not uniform. Needs degaussing or landing adjustment. Press the DEGAUSS button. For further adjustment, use the LANDING screen in the menu (for specific models).
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