Page 1: Lcd Monitor
LCD Monitor GD-42X1 As an “ENERGY STAR®” partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the “ENERGY STAR®” guidelines for energy efficiency. Please read the important notice for energy efficiency on page 47. Important Note: In the spaces below, enter the model and serial number of your monitor (located at the rear of the cabinet).
Page 2 Warnings CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock. Do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the warranty. ● When you don’t use this monitor for a long period of time, be sure to disconnect both the power plug from the AC outlet and antenna for your safety.
Page 4 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Page 5 18) DO NOT allow young children to play with the plastic bag that came with the monitor when you unpacked it. Failure to do so can result in suffocation, causing injury. 19) Avoid improper installation and never position the unit where good ventilation is impossible.
Page 6 21) When installing the monitor on the wall, ask your dealer to install. 22) Make enough room for inserting and removing the power plug. Place the monitor as close to the outlet as possible. The main power supply for this monitor is controlled by inserting or removing the power plug. 23) Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Page 7 FCC Notice: Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Page 8 Features › Big screen suitable for SLR digital camera photographs › Slim cabinet provides you with greater freedom of choice for installation › More precise adjustment of picture quality with a wide range of adjustment properties › Operating HDMI devices from the TV remote controller —...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Warnings ........ii Installation ....... . 04 Included items Inserting batteries into the remote control Attaching and connecting the speaker unit...
Page 10: Installation
Installation Included items ● Main unit (monitor and stand) ● Speaker unit ● Screws for the speaker unit ● Remote control unit ● AAA size batteries ● Video cable (D-sub 15 pin / RCA) ● Audio cable (3.5 mm stereo mini / RCA) ●...
Page 11: Inserting Batteries Into The Remote Control
Inserting batteries into the remote control When replacing the batteries To avoid short-circuit, place the minus end of the batteries first. ● Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like. ● Read the precautions on the battery. ●...
Page 12: To Adjust The Vertical Position Of Monitor
To adjust the vertical position of monitor The monitor is height-adjustable in 3 positions, by 5.5 cm (2 1/4’’) at the maximum. Adjust the vertical position of the monitor when you need to place a device under the monitor. Detach the monitor from the stand. 1-1 Spread a soft cloth on a flat table or floor to place the removed monitor on.
Page 13 2-2 Attach the hooks again. ● Select the positions of the hooks according to the monitor position you want, and fix them with the screws. Speaker unit Tuner Hook (upper) Hook (lower) Attach the monitor to the stand. 3-1 Hang the monitor to the stand.
Page 14: Connecting External Devices
Connecting external devices To connect an HDMI device To connect a device with component terminals To connect a device with a composite terminal To connect a DVI device To connect a computer To INPUT-1/INPUT-2/ INPUT-3 terminals Green...
Page 15 ● HDMI (V.1.3, with Deep Color, with x.v.Color INPUT-2: HDMI terminal INPUT-1: HDMI terminal AUDIO INPUT terminal RS-232C terminal (➔ page 38) A: Video cable (supplied) B: Audio cable (supplied) a: HDMI cable (separately purchased) b: Component cable (separately purchased) c: Audio cable (separately purchased) ●...
Page 16: Connecting The Power Cable/Turning On The Power
Connecting the power cable/Turning on the power Power cable ● Ground the earth plug of the power cable to the earth terminal of the AC outlet. ● When several kinds of power cord are provided in the package, use the one which fits your AC outlet. Initial settings When you turn on the monitor for the first time, initial settings start.
Page 17: Parts Identification
Parts identification Main unit Power switch (on the rear) Power switch Turns on or off the main power supply. (on the rear) Power indicator Lights while the monitor is on. Remote sensor Aim the remote control here. Touch sensor panel Touch on the function name to operate the function.
Page 18: Remote Control
Remote control POWER Turns the monitor on/off (on standby). LINK Opens the operation window for HDMI CEC devices. (➔ page 13) OPTION Opens the setup window of HDMI CEC devices. MENU Opens the setting menu. (➔ page Selects an item. (Cursor keys) Confirms your selection.
Page 19: Controlling Hdmi Devices
Controlling HDMI devices You can control HDMI CEC devices connected to this monitor using the remote of the monitor. ● This function can be customized in the “HDMI” settings (➔ page 36). ● Devices may not operate or may function differently from described, depending on the model or the manufacturer.
Page 20: Changing The Settings
Changing the settings Example: to change the setting of “Color Temperature” Open the menu. Select “Picture”. Select “Color Temperature”. ● The item currently selected is shown in orange. Select the setting you want. ● When the selected item is followed by an adjustment screen, press the ] buttons to make adjustments.
Page 21: Picture
Technical information Adjust the picture to your needs Set up the monitor for your PC Enjoy SLR digital camera photographs Menu index by task A-10 A-11 A-12...
Page 22 Adjust the picture to your needs Make picture adjustments according to your needs using the “Picture” menu. ● You can save six sets (“memories”) of your adjustments. ● You can load a preset into memory and use it as it is, or make your own adjustment.
Page 23 This monitor features rich menus for picture control, in addition to 6 pre- installed sets of picture settings carefully prepared by JVC to suit various types of video content and viewing environment. Enjoy controlling appearance of pictures using the “Picture” menu, and create your own picture settings.
Page 24 ● Characteristics of the 6 presets...
Page 25 ➔ See the following pages for the setting values of each preset.
Page 26 ● Setting values of each preset ● The settings are subject to change for amelioration. Tint Tint Setting BY Gain BY/RY Angle Color Contrast Contrast Setting Black Stretch Dynamic DC Offset Auto Contrast Brightness Sharpness Enhancer Enhancer Setting Detail H.Sharp V.Sharp Backlight Backlight Setting...
Page 27 CCTV SD Photo Pro High Mode-2 Mode-5 –15 –5 –15 –15 Medium Auto Auto Auto Auto Wide sRGB Mode-3 Mode-5 Option Standard –30 –30 Mode-5 Mode-5 Auto Auto Auto Auto Normal Normal Mode-4 Mode-5...
Page 28 White Balance Setting R Drive / G Drive / B Drive R Cutoff / G Cutoff / B Cutoff Color Management Color Mngmt. Setting Red Tint / Red Color Yellow Tint / Yellow Color Green Tint / Green Color Cyan Tint / Cyan Color Skin Tint / Skin Color Color : Bright Area Color : Dark Area...
Page 29 CCTV SD Photo Pro Mode-2 Mode-1 Mode-1 High Auto Auto Middle Normal Option Standard Mode-5 Mode-1 Short Normal...
Page 30: Selecting The Input Signal
Set up the monitor for your Selecting the input signal When you connect a PC to the INPUT-4 terminal, set the type of the input signal accordingly. ● For signals in VGA60 and XGA60 Set “Sampling Mode” to “Std”. (➔ page 34) ●...
Page 31 If the picture is not aligned vertically, or letters on the screen look blurred Set the aspect to “1:1”, and adjust “Dot Clock” and “Clock Phase”. (➔ page ● For signals in 1920 x 1080, set the aspect to “Full” and adjust the same items. If the picture is cropped, or extra margins are displayed around it 1 Set the aspect to “Full”.
Page 32: Sound
Menu index by task General tone of color Tone of color (including white) Tone of color (in detail) Range of color representation Amplitude of the color difference signal Tint Setting Demodulation angle of the color difference signal Pattern of color correction Color correction (in detail) Total density of color Amplitude of the color difference signal Tint Setting...
Page 33: Picture
Picture Memory Setting You can store up to 6 sets of the “Picture” settings and use them. ● When the input is changed, the memory used for the input last time is automatically applied. Memory1 / Memory2 / Memory3 / Memory4 / Memory5 / Memory6 ■...
Page 34: Tint Setting
Tint Adjusts the tone of color. –30 – +30 (Skin color reddish ↔ Skin color greenish) ■ Tint Setting Adjusts the tone of color in detail. ● The setting is fixed to 0 and unadjustable when “Color Space” is set to “sRGB”, “AdobeRGB”, or “x.v.Color”.
Page 35: Contrast Setting
Contrast Adjusts the brightness of brighter areas of pictures. –30 – +30 (Dark ↔ Bright) ■ Contrast Setting Adjusts settings of functions relating with contrast. ● The functions are not available when “Color Space” is set to “sRGB” or “AdobeRGB”. ●...
Page 36: Enhancer Setting
Sharpness Emphasizes outlines on a picture. ● The setting is unadjustable when “Enhancer” is set to “Off”. –30 – +30 (Fuzzy ↔ Sharp) ■ Enhancer Selects the frequency band enhanced by “Sharpness”. Off : Deactivates the function. ■ Mode-1 / Mode-2 / Mode-3 / Mode-4 / Mode-5 ■...
Page 37: Smart Picture
Backlight Setting Adjusts settings of functions relating with backlight. ◆ Smart Picture Reduces the backlight automatically in dazzling scenes. On / Off ■ ◆ Dynamic Backlight Reduces the backlight automatically in dark scenes to represent black deeper. High / Medium / Low / Off ■...
Page 38: Color Space
Color Matrix Selects the color matrix used for color conversion. ● The setting is fixed to “Auto” and unadjustable when “Color Space” is set to “sRGB”, “AdobeRGB”, or “x.v.Color”. ● The setting is fixed to “Auto” and unadjustable when ”PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On”.
Page 39: Color Temperature
Color Temperature Adjusts color temperature (color tone). A picture becomes more bluish as color temperature becomes higher. ● The setting is fixed to “Mode-5” and unadjustable when “Color Space” is set to “sRGB” or “AdobeRGB”. ● The setting is fixed to “Mode-5” and unadjustable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On”.
Page 40: Color Management
Color Management Adjusts the total coloring of pictures. Three color management presets are available to suit a variety of color temperature settings. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “Color Space” is set to “sRGB”, “AdobeRGB”, or “x.v.Color”. ●...
Page 41: Dynamic Gamma
◆ Green Tint / Green Color Adjusts the tone/colorfulness of green colors. –15 – +15 (Yellow ↔ Cyan) / –30 – +30 (Dilute ↔ Dense) ■ ◆ Cyan Tint / Cyan Color Adjusts the tone/colorfulness of blue colors. –15 – +15 (Green ↔ Blue) / –30 – +30 (Dilute ↔ Dense) ■...
Page 42: Noise Reduction
Noise Reduction Adjusts the settings of picture noise reduction. ● The functions are unavailable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On” or when signals in a PC signal format are coming in. ◆ Digital VNR Reduces picture noise. Auto : Estimates the amount of noise automatically and applies ■...
Page 43: Natural Cinema
Natural Cinema Displays quick-moving parts on cinemas originally taken on films with more clarity. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “Picture Delay Time” is set to “Short”. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On”.
Page 44: Eco Mode
Eco Mode Adjusts the brightness of backlight depending on the luminance of the room to reduce power consumption. Display : Activating the function and indicating its performance. ■ On : Activating the function. Its performance is not indicated. ■ Off : Deactivates the function. ■...
Page 45: Sound
Sound Bass Adjusts bass tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) ■ Treble Adjusts treble tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) ■ Balance Adjusts sound balance. L10 – 10R (To the left ↔ To the right) ■ Auto Volume Control Turns down the volume automatically when an excessive strong sound signal is input.
Page 46: Turn On Volume
Optimizes the sound for the monitor’s supplied speaker unit. Select “Off” when connecting other speakers. On / Off ■ Turn On Volume Adjusts the initial volume when turning on the monitor. 0 – 50 ■ Current : Setting the current volume to the initial. ■...
Page 47: Setup
Setup Menu Language You can choose the language used for on-screen messages. English (EU) / Deutsch / Français(UE) / Italiano / Español (UE) / ■ Català / Nederlands / Dansk / Svenska / Norsk / Suomi / Polski / Magyar / Русский / Ελληνικά / Português / Česky / Български / Українська...
Page 48 Aspect Adjusts the aspect of pictures. ● The setting is also adjustable through the [ASPECT] button on the remote control. ◆ Options when the current input signal is SD Auto : When the video signal contains information about aspect ratio ■...
Page 49 ◆ Options when the current input signal is HD ● You can select “Full Native” only when the input signal is 1080i/p. Full : Stretching a picture to the ■ width of the monitor. Full Native : Displaying a picture ■...
Page 50: Position Adjustment
Position Adjustment Adjusts the picture position on the monitor. ● Vertical adjustment is effective when “Aspect” is set to “14:9 Zoom”, “16:9 Zoom”, “Panoramic”, “16:9 Zoom Subtitle”, or “Panoramic Zoom”. ● Horizontal adjustment is effective only when “Aspect” is set to “Panoramic Zoom”.
Page 51: Input Label
Input Label Adds a source name specifying a device after the source name (“Input-1” - “Input-4”). (No label) / VCR / DVD / Blu-ray Disc / PVR / D-VHS / STB / SAT / ■ AMP / GAME / CAM / DISC / PC 4:3 Aspect Setting Selects the aspect setting which is applied when “Aspect”...
Page 52 PC Setting Adjusts the settings for PC signals. ● The items below are unadjustable when no PC signal is input: “H Size”, “V Size”, “Dot Clock”, “Clock Phase”, “PC Position Adjustment”, and “Auto Position Adjustment”. ● “Auto Position Adjustment” is unavailable for INPUT-4. ●...
Page 53: Dot Clock
◆ Dot Clock Adjust this when the picture is not aligned vertically. ● The adjustment is kept after turning off the power. –20 – +20 ■ ◆ Clock Phase Adjust this when letters on the screen look blurred or swaying. ●...
Page 54: Hdmi
HDMI Control with HDMI Makes an HDMI CEC-compatible external component controllable through this monitor. On : Enables HDMI CEC control. ■ Off : Deactivates HDMI CEC control. ■ One Touch Play Starting playback on an HDMI CEC-compatible external component automatically turns on the monitor and change its source to the component.
Page 55: Amp Control
AMP Control Makes an HDMI CEC-compatible amplifier controllable through the monitor. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “Control with HDMI” is set to “Off”. On / Off ■ Input-1 Audio Selects the audio signal type for INPUT-1. Auto : Detects the type automatically.
Page 56: External Control
External Control You can control GD-42X1 from external control equipment (a personal computer or a dedicated controller) via the RS-232C terminal on the rear of the monitor. Communication specifications Cable A crossover cable with a RS-232C connector Communication specifications ●...
Page 57 Device ID 0x82 (fixed) c: Monitor ID 0x80 – 0xFF (Default setting is 0x80.) d: Command See “Command list” on the next page. e: Data Termination Lf (0x0A) ! 0x82 0x80 IP 3 Lf Ack 0x82 0x80 IP 3 Lf GD-42X1...
Page 58: Command List
Command list ● “ * ” is the monitor ID. Normally, set it to “0x80”. ● Enter the appropriate data to “xx” or “x”. Operation commands † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 0x82 0x82 0x82 ††...
Page 59 Functions Turns on/off the monitor. Selects the input. Adjusts the volume. Turns muting on/off. Selects an item of “Memory Setting” (➔ page 15). Selects the aspect ratio. Sends the remote control code pass-through. Sets the monitor ID. Enables/disables operations from the remote control.
Page 60: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following are not malfunctions. ● This LCD display is built with very high precision technology; however, be aware that a few pixels may be missing or constantly lit. ● When a still image is displayed for a long time, it may remain indistinctly on the screen after the picture has changed.
Page 61 No sound. ● Check the speaker cord connection. (➔ page 05) ● Press the MUTING button. ● Check the amplifier connection. ● When “AMP” is selected under “Speaker”, the sound is output from the amplifier, and not from the speakers of the monitor. (➔ page 13) No picture from HDMI devices.
Page 62: Specifications
Compliant video signal formats Audio output Operating environment Power requirements Power consumption Power consumption (on standby) GD-42X1 42-inch (viewable) 1067.3 mm (42’’) 1920×1080 1.07 billion colors (10 bit color) 178 ° (Horizontally) 178 ° (Vertically) 450 cd/m 4000 : 1 Horizontal: 24.83 kHz –...
Page 63 To perform the calibration, you need i1Display 2 of X-Rite Incorporated and a Windows PC. Notice on transportation ● This monitor is precision equipment and needs dedicated packing material for transportation. Never use any packing material supplied from sources other than JVC or JVC-authorized dealers.
Page 64 Dimensions unit: mm (inch) 1 : 990.0 (39) 2 : 716.8 (28 1/4) 3 : 400.0 (15 3/4) 4 : 117.0 (4 5/8) 5 : 400.0 (15 3/4) 6 : 200.0 (7 7/8) 7 : 42.5 (1 3/4) 8 : 599.8 (23 5/8) 9 : 170.0 (6 3/4) / 689.3 (27 1/8) / 661.8 (26)
Page 65 Logos & Licenses As an “ENERGY STAR®” partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the “ENERGY STAR®” guidelines for energy efficiency. ● For easy understanding, pictures and illustrations are shown by being emphasized, omitted or composed, and may slightly be different from actual products.
Page 66 Compliant signal formats (1) INPUT-4 terminal (PC) Signal PC98 VGA 60 †1 VGA 72 VGA 75 †2 WVGA 60 SVGA 60 SVGA 72 SVGA 75 XGA 60 †1 XGA 70 XGA 75 WXGA(1280) †2†3 †2†4 WXGA(1360) WXGA 60 †2†5 †6 SXGA 60 †7 SXGA+ 60...
Page 67 Total pixels pixel per line line per frame 1088 1056 1040 1056 1344 1328 1312 1664 1792 1793 1688 1066 1688 1066 1880 1087 1650 2200 1125 ● Signals in a format not listed above may not be displayed properly. Change the resolution setting on the PC.
Page 68 Compliant signal formats (2) INPUT-4 terminal (composite) Frequency Signal Vertical (Hz) PAL/50 50.00 PAL/60 59.94 SECAM 50.00 NTSC3.58 59.94 NTSC4.43 59.94 PAL M 59.94 PAL N 50.00 INPUT-1, INPUT-2, INPUT-3 terminal (HDMI-HDMI) Signal VGA 60 480/60p 720/60p 1080/60i 480/60i 1080/60p 576/50p 720/50p 1080/50i...
Page 69 Total pixels pixel per line line per frame 1650 2200 2200 1980 2640 2640 2750 2640 2200 ● Signals in a format not listed above may not be displayed properly. Change the resolution setting on the PC. ● Some signals may not be displayed properly even if their format is in the list above.
Page 70: Index
Index Icons ..... 12 Numbers 3DY/C ..... 24 4:3 Aspect Setting.
Page 71 Lip Sync ....27 Main unit ....11 MENU .
Page 73 LCD Monitor GD-42X1E INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 74 Warning Please follow all the guidelines below. Never try to repair the product yourself! ● To prevent electrical shock, do not open cover. Repair shall be done by service personnel only. ● If the problem cannot be solved in “Troubleshooting” (➔ page 42), unplug the power cord and contact your retailer.
Page 75 Do not allow the product to fall! ● Do not rest your elbows on, or allow children to hang from the product. There is a risk that the product will fall and cause injuries. ● Make use of the hole on the back of the stand to prevent the product from falling easily.
Page 76 Dear Customer, This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is: JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH Postfach 10 05 04 61145 Friedberg Germany...
Page 77 [Business users] If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page http:// www.jvc.eu/ to obtain information about the take-back of the product. [Other Countries outside the European Union] These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
Page 78 Maintenance Cleaning the screen The screen of this monitor is coated with layers of thin films, such as a coating to prevent unwanted reflections. Damages to these layers can lead to irreversible changes in appearance such as uneven colour, discolouration, and scratches. Follow the instructions below to prevent such troubles.
Page 79 Ventilation openings Use a vacuum cleaner to get rid of the dust on and around the intakes (all the openings). If a vacuum cleaner is not available, use a cloth and wipe it off. Leaving the dust around the intakes may prevent proper temperature control and cause damage to the product.
Page 80 Features › Big screen suitable for SLR digital camera photographs › Slim cabinet provides you with greater freedom of choice for installation › More precise adjustment of picture quality with a wide range of adjustment properties › Operating HDMI devices from the TV remote controller —...
Page 81 Contents Warning ........ii Installation ....... . 04 Included items Inserting batteries into the remote control Attaching and connecting the speaker unit...
Page 82: Installation
Installation Included items ● Main unit (monitor and stand) ● Speaker unit ● Screws for the speaker unit ● Remote control unit ● AAA size batteries ● Video cable (D-sub 15 pin / RCA) ● Audio cable (3.5 mm stereo mini / RCA) ●...
Page 83: Inserting Batteries Into The Remote Control
Inserting batteries into the remote control When replacing the batteries To avoid short-circuit, place the minus end of the batteries first. ● Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunshine, fire or the like. ● Read the precautions on the battery. ●...
Page 84: To Adjust The Vertical Position Of Monitor
To adjust the vertical position of monitor The monitor is height-adjustable in 3 positions, by 5.5 cm at the maximum. Adjust the vertical position of the monitor when you need to place a device under the monitor. Detach the monitor from the stand. 1-1 Spread a soft cloth on a flat table or floor to place the removed monitor on.
Page 85 2-2 Attach the hooks again. ● Select the positions of the hooks according to the monitor position you want, and fix them with the screws. Speaker unit Tuner Hook (upper) Hook (lower) Attach the monitor to the stand. 3-1 Hang the monitor to the stand.
Page 86: Connecting External Devices
Connecting external devices To connect an HDMI device To connect a device with component terminals To connect a device with a composite terminal To connect a DVI device To connect a computer To INPUT-1/INPUT-2/ INPUT-3 terminals Green...
Page 87 ● HDMI (V.1.3, with Deep Color, with x.v.Colour INPUT-2: HDMI terminal INPUT-1: HDMI terminal AUDIO INPUT terminal RS-232C terminal (➔ page 38) A: Video cable (supplied) B: Audio cable (supplied) a: HDMI cable (separately purchased) b: Component cable (separately purchased) c: Audio cable (separately purchased) ●...
Page 88: Connecting The Power Cable/Turning On The Power
Connecting the power cable/Turning on the power Power cable ● Ground the earth plug of the power cable to the earth terminal of the AC outlet. ● When several kinds of power cord are provided in the package, use the one which fits your AC outlet. Initial settings When you turn on the monitor for the first time, initial settings start.
Page 89: Parts Identification
Parts identification Main unit Power switch (on the rear) Power switch Turns on or off the main power supply. (on the rear) Power indicator Lights while the monitor is on. Remote sensor Aim the remote control here. Touch sensor panel Touch on the function name to operate the function.
Page 90 Remote control Turns the monitor on/off (on standby). LINK Opens the operation window for HDMI CEC devices. (➔ page 13) OPTION Opens the setup window of HDMI CEC devices. MENU Opens the setting menu. (➔ page Selects an item. (Cursor keys) Confirms your selection.
Page 91: Controlling Hdmi Devices
Controlling HDMI devices You can control HDMI CEC devices connected to this monitor using the remote of the monitor. ● This function can be customized in the “HDMI” settings (➔ page 36). ● Devices may not operate or may function differently from described, depending on the model or the manufacturer.
Page 92: Changing The Settings
Changing the settings Example: to change the setting of “Colour Temperature” Open the menu. Select “Picture”. Select “Colour Temperature”. ● The item currently selected is shown in orange. Select the setting you want. ● When the selected item is followed by an adjustment screen, press the ] buttons to make adjustments.
Page 93: Adjust The Picture To Your Needs
Technical information Adjust the picture to your needs Set up the monitor for your PC Enjoy SLR digital camera photographs Menu index by task A-10 A-11 A-12...
Page 94 Adjust the picture to your needs Make picture adjustments according to your needs using the “Picture” menu. ● You can save six sets (“memories”) of your adjustments. ● You can load a preset into memory and use it as it is, or make your own adjustment.
Page 95 This monitor features rich menus for picture control, in addition to 6 pre- installed sets of picture settings carefully prepared by JVC to suit various types of video content and viewing environment. Enjoy controlling appearance of pictures using the “Picture” menu, and create your own picture settings.
Page 96 ● Characteristics of the 6 presets...
Page 97 ➔ See the following pages for the setting values of each preset.
Page 98 ● Setting values of each preset ● The settings are subject to change for amelioration. Hue Setting BY Gain BY/RY Angle Colour Contrast Contrast Setting Black Stretch Dynamic DC Offset Auto Contrast Brightness Sharpness Enhancer Enhancer Setting Detail H.Sharp V.Sharp Backlight Backlight Setting Smart Picture...
Page 99 CCTV SD Photo Pro High Mode-2 Mode-5 –15 –5 –15 –15 Medium Auto Auto Auto Auto Wide sRGB Mode-3 Mode-5 Option Standard –30 –30 Mode-5 Mode-5 Auto Auto Auto Auto Normal Normal Mode-4 Mode-5...
Page 100 White Balance Setting R Drive / G Drive / B Drive R Cutoff / G Cutoff / B Cutoff Colour Management Colour Mngmt. Setting Red Hue / Red Colour Yellow Hue / Yellow Colour Green Hue / Green Colour Cyan Hue / Cyan Colour Skin Hue / Skin Colour Colour : Bright Area Colour : Dark Area...
Page 101 CCTV SD Photo Pro Mode-2 Mode-1 Mode-1 High Auto Auto Middle Normal Option Standard Mode-5 Mode-1 Short Normal...
Page 102: Set Up The Monitor For Your Pc
Set up the monitor for your Selecting the input signal When you connect a PC to the INPUT-4 terminal, set the type of the input signal accordingly. ● For signals in VGA60 and XGA60 Set “Sampling Mode” to “Std”. (➔ page 34) ●...
Page 103: Enjoy Slr Digital Camera Photographs
If the picture is not aligned vertically, or letters on the screen look blurred Set the aspect to “1:1”, and adjust “Dot Clock” and “Clock Phase”. (➔ page ● For signals in 1920 x 1080, set the aspect to “Full” and adjust the same items. If the picture is cropped, or extra margins are displayed around it 1 Set the aspect to “Full”.
Page 104: Menu Index By Task
Menu index by task General tone of colour Tone of colour (including white) Tone of colour (in detail) Range of colour representation Amplitude of the colour difference signal Demodulation angle of the colour difference signal Pattern of colour correction Colour correction (in detail) Total density of colour Amplitude of the colour difference signal...
Page 105: Sound
Picture Setting Memory You can store up to 6 sets of the “Picture” settings and use them. ● When the input is changed, the memory used for the input last time is automatically applied. Memory1 / Memory2 / Memory3 / Memory4 / Memory5 / Memory6 ■...
Page 106: Hue Setting
Adjusts the tone of colour. –30 – +30 (Skin colour reddish ↔ Skin colour greenish) ■ Hue Setting Adjusts the tone of colour in detail. ● The setting is fixed to 0 and unadjustable when “Colour Space” is set to “sRGB”, “AdobeRGB”, or “x.v.Colour”.
Page 107: Setup
Contrast Adjusts the brightness of brighter areas of pictures. –30 – +30 (Dark ↔ Bright) ■ Contrast Setting Adjusts settings of functions relating with contrast. ● The functions are not available when “Colour Space” is set to “sRGB” or “AdobeRGB”. ●...
Page 108 Sharpness Emphasizes outlines on a picture. ● The setting is unadjustable when “Enhancer” is set to “Off”. –30 – +30 (Fuzzy ↔ Sharp) ■ Enhancer Selects the frequency band enhanced by “Sharpness”. Off : Deactivates the function. ■ Mode-1 / Mode-2 / Mode-3 / Mode-4 / Mode-5 ■...
Page 109: Colour System
Backlight Setting Adjusts settings of functions relating with backlight. ◆ Smart Picture Reduces the backlight automatically in dazzling scenes. On / Off ■ ◆ Dynamic Backlight Reduces the backlight automatically in dark scenes to represent black deeper. High / Medium / Low / Off ■...
Page 110: Colour Space
Colour Matrix Selects the colour matrix used for colour conversion. ● The setting is fixed to “Auto” and unadjustable when “Colour Space” is set to “sRGB”, “AdobeRGB”, or “x.v.Colour”. ● The setting is fixed to “Auto” and unadjustable when ”PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On”.
Page 111: Colour Temperature
Colour Temperature Adjusts colour temperature (colour tone). A picture becomes more bluish as colour temperature becomes higher. ● The setting is fixed to “Mode-5” and unadjustable when “Colour Space” is set to “sRGB” or “AdobeRGB”. ● The setting is fixed to “Mode-5” and unadjustable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On”.
Page 112: Colour Management
Colour Management Adjusts the total colouring of pictures. Three colour management presets are available to suit a variety of colour temperature settings. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “Colour Space” is set to “sRGB”, “AdobeRGB”, or “x.v.Colour”. ●...
Page 113: Green Hue / Green Colour
◆ Green Hue / Green Colour Adjusts the tone/colourfulness of green colours. –15 – +15 (Yellow ↔ Cyan) / –30 – +30 (Dilute ↔ Dense) ■ ◆ Cyan Hue / Cyan Colour Adjusts the tone/colourfulness of blue colours. –15 – +15 (Green ↔ Blue) / –30 – +30 (Dilute ↔ Dense) ■...
Page 114: Hdmi
Noise Reduction Adjusts the settings of picture noise reduction. ● The functions are unavailable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On” or when signals in a PC signal format are coming in. ◆ Digital VNR Reduces picture noise. Auto : Estimates the amount of noise automatically and applies ■...
Page 115 Natural Cinema Displays quick-moving parts on cinemas originally taken on films with more clarity. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “Picture Delay Time” is set to “Short”. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On”.
Page 116: External Control
Eco Mode Adjusts the brightness of backlight depending on the luminance of the room to reduce power consumption. Demo : Activating the function and indicating its performance. ■ On : Activating the function. Its performance is not indicated. ■ Off : Deactivates the function. ■...
Page 117 Sound Bass Adjusts bass tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) ■ Treble Adjusts treble tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) ■ Balance Adjusts sound balance. L10 – 10R (To the left ↔ To the right) ■ Auto Volume Control Turns down the volume automatically when an excessive strong sound signal is input.
Page 118 Optimizes the sound for the monitor’s supplied speaker unit. Select “Off” when connecting other speakers. On / Off ■ Turn On Volume Adjusts the initial volume when turning on the monitor. 0 – 50 ■ Current : Setting the current volume to the initial. ■...
Page 119: Menu Language
Setup Menu Language You can choose the language used for on-screen messages. English (EU) / Deutsch / Français(UE) / Italiano / Español (UE) / ■ Català / Nederlands / Dansk / Svenska / Norsk / Suomi / Polski / Magyar / Русский / Ελληνικά / Português / Česky / Български / Українська...
Page 120: Troubleshooting
Zoom Adjusts the aspect of pictures. ● The setting is also adjustable through the [ZOOM] button on the remote control. ◆ Options when the current input signal is SD Auto : When the video signal contains information about aspect ratio ■...
Page 121 ◆ Options when the current input signal is HD ● You can select “Full Native” only when the input signal is 1080i/p. Full : Stretching a picture to the ■ width of the monitor. Full Native : Displaying a picture ■...
Page 122 Position Adjustment Adjusts the picture position on the monitor. ● Vertical adjustment is effective when “Zoom” is set to “14:9 Zoom”, “16:9 Zoom”, “Panoramic”, “16:9 Zoom Subtitle”, or “Panoramic Zoom”. ● Horizontal adjustment is effective only when “Zoom” is set to “Panoramic Zoom”.
Page 123: Specifications
Input Label Adds a source name specifying a device after the source name (“Input-1” - “Input-4”). (No label) / VCR / DVD / Blu-ray Disc / PVR / D-VHS / STB / SAT / ■ AMP / GAME / CAM / DISC / PC 4:3 Aspect Setting Selects the aspect setting which is applied when “Zoom”...
Page 124 PC Setting Adjusts the settings for PC signals. ● The items below are unadjustable when no PC signal is input: “H Size”, “V Size”, “Dot Clock”, “Clock Phase”, “PC Position Adjustment”, and “Auto Position Adjustment”. ● “Auto Position Adjustment” is unavailable for INPUT-4. ●...
Page 125 ◆ Dot Clock Adjust this when the picture is not aligned vertically. ● The adjustment is kept after turning off the power. –20 – +20 ■ ◆ Clock Phase Adjust this when letters on the screen look blurred or swaying. ●...
Page 126: Power Off Link
HDMI Control with HDMI Makes an HDMI CEC-compatible external component controllable through this monitor. On : Enables HDMI CEC control. ■ Off : Deactivates HDMI CEC control. ■ One Touch Play Starting playback on an HDMI CEC-compatible external component automatically turns on the monitor and change its source to the component.
Page 127 AMP Control Makes an HDMI CEC-compatible amplifier controllable through the monitor. ● The setting is fixed to “Off” and unadjustable when “Control with HDMI” is set to “Off”. On / Off ■ Input-1 Audio Selects the audio signal type for INPUT-1. Auto : Detects the type automatically.
Page 128 External Control You can control GD-42X1E from external control equipment (a personal computer or a dedicated controller) via the RS-232C terminal on the rear of the monitor. Communication specifications Cable A crossover cable with a RS-232C connector Communication specifications ● Baud Rate: ●...
Page 129 Command outline To control the monitor from external control equipment, send operation commands to the monitor. Example of communication procedures External control equipment 1 Operation command to select “Input-3”. 2 Acknowledgment from the monitor. 3 The input is changed to “Input-3”. Command structure ! 0x82 0x80 IP 3 Lf a: Header...
Page 130: Index
Command list ● “ * ” is the monitor ID. Normally, set it to “0x80”. ● Enter the appropriate data to “xx” or “x”. Operation commands † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 † 0x82 0x82 0x82 0x82 ††...
Page 131 Functions Turns on/off the monitor. Selects the input. Adjusts the volume. Turns muting on/off. Selects an item of “Setting Memory” (➔ page 15). Selects the aspect ratio. Sends the remote control code pass-through. Sets the monitor ID. Enables/disables operations from the remote control.
Page 132 Troubleshooting The following are not malfunctions. ● This LCD display is built with very high precision technology; however, be aware that a few pixels may be missing or constantly lit. ● When a still image is displayed for a long time, it may remain indistinctly on the screen after the picture has changed.
Page 133 Cannot turn on the monitor. ● Connect the power cord properly. (➔ page 10) ● Turn on the power switch. (➔ page 10) The remote control does not work. ● Insert the batteries in the correct direction. (➔ page 05) ●...
Page 134 No sound from HDMI devices. ● Set “Input-1 Audio” properly. (➔ page 37) Cannot control HDMI CEC devices. ● Set “Control with HDMI” to “On”. (➔ page 36) ● Some devices may not accept controls by HDMI CEC. Cannot operate the product using the buttons on the monitor. ●...
Page 135 Specifications Model name LCD panel Screen size (visible area size measured diagonally) Display resolution Display colours Viewing angle (TYP.) Luminance (TYP.) Contrast ratio (TYP.) Horizontal/vertical frequency (computer signal) Compliant video signal formats Audio output Operating environment Power requirements Power consumption Power consumption (on standby) GD-42X1E...
Page 136 ● This monitor is precision equipment and needs dedicated packing material for transportation. Never use any packing material supplied from sources other than JVC or JVC-authorized dealers. ➔ page 47 20° left or right 12.0 kg (without the speaker unit and the stand) 17.8 kg (including the stand)
Page 137 Dimensions unit: mm 1 : 990.0 2 : 716.8 / 689.3 / 661.8 3 : 400.0 4 : 117.0 / 89.5 / 62.0 5 : 400.0 6 : 200.0 7 : 42.5 8 : 599.8 9 : 170.0 At the high position At the middle position At the low position...
Page 138 Compliant signal formats (1) INPUT-4 terminal (PC) Signal PC98 VGA 60 †1 VGA 72 VGA 75 †2 WVGA 60 SVGA 60 SVGA 72 SVGA 75 XGA 60 †1 XGA 70 XGA 75 WXGA(1280) †2†3 †2†4 WXGA(1360) WXGA 60 †2†5 †6 SXGA 60 †7 SXGA+ 60...
Page 139 Total pixels pixel per line line per frame 1088 1056 1040 1056 1344 1328 1312 1664 1792 1793 1688 1066 1688 1066 1880 1087 1650 2200 1125 ● Signals in a format not listed above may not be displayed properly. Change the resolution setting on the PC.
Page 140 Compliant signal formats (2) INPUT-4 terminal (composite) Frequency Signal Vertical (Hz) PAL/50 50.00 PAL/60 59.94 SECAM 50.00 NTSC3.58 59.94 NTSC4.43 59.94 PAL M 59.94 PAL N 50.00 INPUT-1, INPUT-2, INPUT-3 terminal (HDMI-HDMI) Signal VGA 60 480/60p 720/60p 1080/60i 480/60i 1080/60p 576/50p 720/50p 1080/50i...
Page 141 Total pixels pixel per line line per frame 1650 2200 2200 1980 2640 2640 2750 2640 2200 ● Signals in a format not listed above may not be displayed properly. Change the resolution setting on the PC. ● Some signals may not be displayed properly even if their format is in the list above.
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Page 143 LINK ..... . . 13 Lip Sync ....27 Main unit .

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