Summary

Professional-grade 14" multisync monitor from Sony. Unlike its 20" counterpart, it has built in controls on the sides of the monitor and doesn't require a separate control unit. The A14 uses the same basic architecture as the larger models and many parts are interchangeable. It does not have built-in video inputs, and requires input cards to function. In order to view analog RGB content, you need the BKM-68x input card. There is a 3rd party BKM-68x clone card available to get analog RGB inputs at an affordable price.

Literature

• Brochure
• Owner's Manual
• Service Manual

Notes

Basic geometry options are available from the main menu, but access to the full set of service adjustments is locked by a password. Fortunately, there is a backdoor password that can always be used. Go to the "system config", then "maintenance". At the password prompt, enter 53415 using the input select keys, and press "enter".

The front bezel on this monitor is secured at the top and bottom by a set of four plastic clips, and can easily be removed by pulling gently at the corners. The monitor was originally sold with a 4:3 and a 16:9 bezel, but is usually found with just one or the other. The 16:9 bezel is useful for viewing HD video, as it hides the overscan area, but must be removed to play 4:3 standard definition content. If you don't have a 4:3 bezel, the monitor will look somewhat bare but will still work fine.

Like the PVM-14L5 and 14M4U, this monitor has a plastic anti-glare film on the front of the tube. This film is light tinted and serves mostly to reduce glare and protect the glass. If the film is scratched, it can be safely removed without significantly affecting the monitor's appearance.

The A14F5U uses the same flyback transformer as the BVM-20F1U, D20F1U, and A20F1U. However, the installed high voltage lead is shorter than in those models. As such, it's easier to swap a 20" flyback into a 14" BVM than the other way around.

Multiformat Capability

This monitor is capable of displaying both Standard Definition (SD 240p/480i) and High Definition (HD 480p, 720p, 1080i) signals. This means you can connect HD source devices (for example component consoles like the Gamecube @ 480p, Xbox 360 @ 720p/1080i and PS3 @ 720p/1080i).