Sony CPD-E450 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Elizabeth HubbardAug 20, 2025
Why is my Sony CPD-E450 Monitor picture flickering?
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  Jeremiah BensonAug 21, 2025
  If your Sony monitor picture flickers, bounces, oscillates, or is scrambled, consider these solutions: * Eliminate potential sources of electric or magnetic fields such as other monitors, laser printers, electric fans, fluorescent lighting, or televisions. * Move the monitor away from power lines or place a magnetic shield near the monitor. * Try plugging the monitor into a different AC outlet, preferably on a different circuit. * Try turning the monitor 90° to the left or right. * Check your graphics board manual for the proper monitor setting. * Confirm that the graphics mode and the frequency of the input signal are supported by this monitor. * Adjust the computer’s refresh rate (vertical frequency) to obtain the best possible picture.
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David WeberAug 22, 2025
Why is the color on my Sony CPD-E450 Monitor not uniform?
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  Kathleen WareAug 22, 2025
  Color uniformity on your Sony monitor may be affected if equipment generating a magnetic field, like a speaker, is placed nearby, or if the monitor's direction changes. Degauss the monitor to resolve this.
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Michael WardAug 25, 2025
How to fix red or blue shadows on letters and lines on my Sony CPD-E450?
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  mendozarobertoAug 25, 2025
  If letters and lines on your Sony monitor show red or blue shadows at the edges, adjust the convergence.
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Derrick DorseyAug 26, 2025
How to fix a Sony CPD-E450 Monitor with no picture?
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  Christopher CharlesAug 26, 2025
  If your Sony monitor isn't displaying a picture, here are a few things to check: * Ensure the power cord is properly connected. * Verify the power switch is in the “on” position. * Make sure the video signal cable is correctly connected and all plugs are firmly seated. * Inspect the HD15 video input connector for bent or pushed-in pins. * Confirm that the computer is powered on. * If the computer is in power saving mode, press any key or move the mouse. * Check that the graphic board is completely seated in its slot. * Try using the Self-diagnosis function.
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ufranklinAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Sony CPD-E450 Monitor says NO INPUT SIGNAL?
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  Roger RobertsAug 27, 2025
  If your Sony monitor displays 'NO INPUT SIGNAL', verify the following: * Ensure the video signal cable is properly connected and all plugs are firmly seated. * Check that the HD15 video input connector’s pins are not bent or pushed in. * Confirm that the computer is powered on. * Check that the graphic board is completely seated in the proper bus slot.
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Kayla JohnsonAug 29, 2025
How do I get my Sony Monitor out of power save mode?
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  Michael BurnsAug 29, 2025
  If your Sony Monitor displays 'MONITOR IS IN POWER SAVE MODE', try these steps: * Press any key on the computer keyboard or move the mouse. * Check that the computer’s power is “on.” * Check that the graphic board is completely seated in the proper bus slot.
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Dr. Kimberly CrossAug 31, 2025
How to fix a fuzzy picture on my Sony CPD-E450 Monitor?
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  raymondjamesAug 31, 2025
  If the picture on your Sony monitor appears fuzzy, try the following: * If the monitor is receiving signals over 1280 × 1024 resolution, lower the contrast or set the computer to a lower resolution. This monitor has a high luminance mode, so small characters may not appear clearly. * Adjust the brightness and contrast. * Degauss the monitor. * Adjust for minimum moire.
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Diane SmithSep 2, 2025
What does OUT OF SCAN RANGE mean on my Sony CPD-E450 Monitor?
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  Karla HinesSep 2, 2025
  If your Sony monitor displays 'OUT OF SCAN RANGE', check that the video frequency range is within that specified for the monitor.
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Patricia OsborneSep 4, 2025
Why is my Sony CPD-E450 picture ghosting?
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  Kristin GonzalezSep 4, 2025
  If the picture on your Sony monitor is ghosting, try these solutions: * Eliminate the use of video cable extensions and/or video switch boxes. * Check that all plugs are firmly seated in their sockets.
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Michael ChavezSep 5, 2025
How to remove moire pattern on Sony Monitor?
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  Caroline ArmstrongSep 5, 2025
  If you see a wavy or elliptical pattern (moire) on your Sony monitor, try adjusting for minimum moire or changing your desktop pattern.

Sony CPD-E450 Specifications

General

Screen Size	19 inches
Max Resolution	1600 x 1200
Refresh Rate	85 Hz
Dot Pitch	0.24 mm
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Panel Type	CRT
Connectivity	VGA
Viewable Image Size	18 inches
Horizontal Refresh Rate	30-96 kHz
Vertical Refresh Rate	50-160 Hz
Input Signal	Analog RGB
Input Connector	15-pin D-sub
Power Consumption	120 W