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Sony SDM-M51D 15.1" Flat Panel LCD Monitor
 
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Sony SDM-M51D 15.1" Flat Panel LCD Monitor

by Sony
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)


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Technical Details

  • 1,024 x 768 resolution, 75 Hz refresh rate
  • 15-inch true-size flat-panel monitor
  • 11 onscreen controls
  • Removable tilt base for wall or arm mounting
  • 3-year warranty on parts and labor, 1 year on the backlight
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Product Details

Product Manual [2.34mb PDF]
  • Item Weight: 10.1 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 15 pounds
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00005IBYS
  • Item model number: SDMM51D
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,979 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories)
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: May 7, 2002

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Boasting a totally flat 15.1-inch diagonal viewing area and sleekly modern styling, the Multiscan M51D comes equipped with Sony's Advanced Digital FlexRes system. Designed to deliver a crisp, clear image with any screen resolution, this unique technology provides exceptional clarity and brilliant color for all your applications.

Setup takes just a few minutes, thanks to the Advanced Auto ImageSet feature, a simple function that automatically sets image position, phase, and pitch. The M51D incorporates rich color processing that optimizes both filters and backlights to create intense, high-contrast colors. The optimal resolution of 1,024 x 768 is ideal for general-purpose computing and Web surfing.

A pair of speakers built unobtrusively into the bezel deliver exceptional clarity of sound, while maintaining a clutter-free desktop. Sony's Zero Footprint design features a removable tilt base that provides easy and versatile arm- or wall-mounting capability. The muted gray frame blends smoothly into any workspace.

The included Kensington-compatible lock provides extra security for the system. The Multiscan M51D comes with a three-year limited warranty on parts and labor, and a one-year warranty on backlight.

From the Manufacturer

This technologically advanced computer display boasts a spacious 15.1-inch TFT LCD panel in a unique and fashionable two-toned gray design. Screen images are bright and colorful, thanks to rich color processing, Advanced Digital FlexRes, and Auto ImageSet technologies. The Zero Footprint design adjusts to any angle or can be removed to provide arm or wall mounting, while the security lock is compatible with Kensington security systems. These unique Sony advancements are complemented by a Combination Input, analog and digital, and built-in stereo speakers in a sleek, space-saving design, giving the Multiscan M51D greater flexibility on the desktop while maximizing space.

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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Mixed first impressions, but it's GREAT, August 12, 2001
By A Customer
This review is from: Sony SDM-M51D 15.1" Flat Panel LCD Monitor (Electronics)
I have had the M51/D for about a month. It is the second LCD monitor I had the chance to use (the first one was a Samsung 170MP - a great piece of hardware). The M51/D was tested with ATI All-in-Wonder 128 (VGA connection), ATI Radeon VE (DVI connection), and ATI All-in-Wonder Radeon (DVI connection). Before I tested my M51/D, Nanao FlexScan T2-17TS and Samsung 170MP they were used through the same VGA port (through the same 15ft cable) - I haven't had any quality problems with the Nanao or Samsung. First M51/D tests have been done through VGA. The results were extremely disappointing. There were lack of sharpness, faded colours; I couldn't believe it's a Sony. I decided to switch to DVI. The M51/D became a DIFFERENT monitor altogether. It had brilliant colours and exceptional sharpness. I noticed however, a minimal shadow after letters and vertical edges, though I think it was from the cheap cable M51/D came with. I ordered a quality 10ft DVI-DVI cable through ... and the shadows completely disappeared. The current picture is absolutely PERFECT. I tried switch back to my Nanao - I couldn't believe I used it for years. It is still a great monitor, but after couple days using a LCD switching back is almost impossible. Final conclusion: VGA experience 3, DVI experience 5++, average 4
Note:
There are three types of Sony M51 monitor (M51, M51D, M51/B).
M51D has analog and digital interfaces.
M51 and M51/B have analog only.
Please check SONY web site for more details (http://www.sonystyle.com/vaio/displays/sdm_m51d.shtml)
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Comes with analog cable only!, December 19, 2001
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Dale Cooper Sr. (Alexandria, VA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Sony SDM-M51D 15.1" Flat Panel LCD Monitor (Electronics)
I got mine last night, and was a little bit disappointed that it only came with an analog cable (RGB-DVI, the monitor needs the DVI connection). So I had to switch the monitor to analog, although I have a DVI out on my computer (ATI Radeon All-In-One Wonder).

So, you'll have to buy a DVI-DVI cable to be able to enjoy the full digital experience.

SDM-M51D is both analog or digital (includes a switch on the back of the monitor), the SDM-M51 is just analog (I think it comes in black or white).

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4.0 out of 5 stars This is a good Monitor *WHEN IT WORKS*, October 13, 2003
By A Customer
This review is from: Sony SDM-M51D 15.1" Flat Panel LCD Monitor (Electronics)
Be carefull-a VERY large number of these had capacitor problems.
The unit may work for a few hours-or weeks or even months, then will go bad, sometimes intermittantly, manifested by colored vertical lines on an otherwise blank white screen.
SONY at first denied the problem, then sent eveyone a REFURBISHED model.
BEWARE!
Some may try to sell you a unit that works only FOR THE MOMENT, thus cheating you or else the Post Office for "shipping damage".
Others will try to sell you a "Refurbished" Model NOT fixed by SONY.
When it works, this is a great monitor-and the built-in speakers are a great convenience...
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