SONY 18" HD HDR Multipurpose Monitor

SONY 18" HD HDR Multipurpose Monitor is a compact 18.4-inch Full HD monitor designed for studio, field, and broadcast production environments. It uses a TFT LCD panel with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio, and a wide 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle.

For broadcast crews, the LMD-A180 is useful when the monitor needs to stay portable but still provide proper production tools. It supports SDI, HDMI, composite video, Ethernet control, embedded audio monitoring, tally information, and key image-assist functions for fast setup and reliable on-set monitoring.

Highlights

• 18.4-inch Full HD multipurpose monitor for studio and field use
• 1920 x 1080 TFT LCD panel with 16:9 aspect ratio
• Wide 178° viewing angle for flexible monitor placement
• 3G / HD / SD-SDI, HDMI, and composite video inputs
• Waveform, vectorscope, false color, focus assist, histogram, and screen markers
• Embedded audio monitoring through HDMI / SDI
• Ethernet control for IMD, tally, source names, metadata, and remote setup

Quick Specs & Uses

• Product type: 18-inch HD HDR multipurpose monitor
• Panel type: TFT LCD
• Display size: 18.4 in / 46.7 cm
• Native resolution: 1920 x 1080
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• Viewing angle: 178° horizontal / 178° vertical
• Touchscreen: No
• Image controls: Check Field, False Color, Histogram, Image Flip, Screen Markers, Vectorscope, Waveform
• Video input: Composite, HDMI, SDI
• Composite input: BNC x1
• SDI input: BNC x2, 3G-SDI support
• HDMI input: HDMI x1 with HDCP support
• Computer signal support: HDMI / DVI, 640 x 480 to 1680 x 1050
• Embedded audio: HDMI / SDI
• Audio input: 3.5 mm line input x1
• Monitor / line output: 3.5 mm x1
• Headphone output: 3.5 mm x1
• Built-in speaker: Mono
• Network: RJ-45, 10 / 100 Mbps Ethernet input / output
• Memory card slot: No
• Wireless: Wi-Fi No, Bluetooth No
• Mobile app compatible: No
• Power input: IEC AC input and DC 12 V to 17 V input
• Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz; DC 12 V to 17 V
• Operating conditions: 0°C to 35°C / 32°F to 95°F, 30% to 85% humidity
• Storage conditions: -20°C to 60°C / -4°F to 140°F

Why It Helps

The LMD-A180 is a good fit when the crew needs a compact monitor that still feels production-ready. It gives operators the tools they normally reach for during setup: waveform, vectorscope, false color, focus assist, histogram, markers, and image flip.

Its input support also makes it easy to place in mixed production systems. SDI covers camera and broadcast routing, HDMI handles modern video and computer sources, and composite keeps the monitor useful when older signal paths are still part of the workflow.

For live production and control-room use, Ethernet control is a practical advantage. IMD, tally information, source names, camera metadata, remote configuration, and software updates can be managed over the network, which helps when several monitors are deployed across a facility or flypack.

System Characteristics

• HDR and wide color workflow support for modern production monitoring
• Image-assist tools including waveform, vectorscope, histogram, false color, and focus assist
• Safety area, grid, center, and flexible markers for framing checks
• Picture-by-Picture mode for comparing two input sources
• On-screen tally and IMD support for control-room source identification
• Low power consumption for continuous studio, field, and flypack operation
• Flexible mounting with side bezel mounting points, 100 mm VESA rear mounting, and rackmount compatibility with optional adapter
• Detachable carry handle for portable field use

What’s In The Box

• 1 x Sony 18.4" Full HD High-Grade LCD Studio / Field Monitor
• 1 x Carry handle
• 4 x Handle screw
• 1 x Power cable
• 1 x Plug holder

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