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- Page 1 PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR GD-V501U For customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and the Serial No. which is located on the rear panel of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 2 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2) Keep these instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3) Heed all warnings. All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Dear JVC Customer Welcome to the JVC family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. -
Page 5: Fcc Statement
FCC STATEMENT FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 6: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions WARNING Set up Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable surfaces. • The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over. Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma Display. • If water spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. -
Page 7: Cleaning And Maintenance
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for an extended period, as this can cause a permanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display. Examples of still pictures include logos, video games, computer images, teletext and images displayed in 4:3 mode. Safety Precautions (All of the following accessories are manufactured by JVC) -
Page 8: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book GD-V501U Ferrite core (small size) Optional Accessories • Speakers TS-C5000SPG • Wall Mounting Unit TS-C50P6G For assembling Full instructions are supplied with each optional accessories for use with this Plasma Display Monitor. Remote Control Batteries for the Remote Transmitter... -
Page 9: Remote Control Batteries
Remote Control Batteries Requires two AA batteries. 1. Turn the transmitter face down. Press and slide off the battery cover. Helpful Hint: For frequent remote control users, replace old batteries with Alkaline batteries for longer life. Precaution on battery use Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control transmitter. -
Page 10: Basic Controls
Basic Controls Main POWER ON/OFF Switch Power Indicator The Power Indicator will light. • POWER-OFF Indicator not illuminated (The unit will still consume some power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet.) ... Red • STAND-BY •... -
Page 11: Connections
Connections SPEAKER Terminals (R) AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT/RGB IN and Audio AV Terminals IN Terminals (see page 14) (see page 12, 13) AC cord connection (see page 18) – Cable fixing bands Secure any excess cables with bands, as required. Pass the attached cable fixing band through the clip as shown in the figure. -
Page 12: Speakers Connection
Connections Speakers connection When connecting the speakers, be sure to use only the optional accessory speakers. Refer to the speaker’s Installation Manual for details on speaker installation. Speakers (Optional accessories) AV Input Terminals connection Connect the signal source equipment (see page 14 to 17). (Example) When connecting an S VIDEO VCR (S VIDEO VCR) 2 RCA audio... -
Page 13: Av Input Connection
AV Input connection VIDEO signal connection (VCR) Audio Video (VCR) Audio Video Notes: (1) The S Video input will override the composite video signal when S Video lead is connected. (2) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set. VIDEO OUT VIDEO AUDIO... -
Page 14: Component/Rgb Input Connection
Connections COMPONENT/RGB Input connection Component signals (Y, P (DVD Player) Notes: (1) Change the “COMPONENT/RGB-IN” setting in the “SET UP” menu to “COMPONENT”. (see page 34) (2) Additional equipment, cables and adaptor plugs shown are not supplied with this set. RGB signal (R, G, B, HD, VD) connection Example of input signal source HDTV-compatible VCR... -
Page 15: Pc Input Terminals Connection
PC Input Terminals connection COMPUTER Installing the ferrite core (Small size) Pull back the tabs (in two places) Installing the ferrite core (Large size) Pull back the tabs (in two places) Notes: (1) Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15.5 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. - Page 16 Connections Signal Names for D-sub 15P Connector Pin layout for PC input terminal VIDEO/COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signals AUDIO S VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO input VIDEO input signal name NTSC PAL60 SECAM Modified NTSC COMPONENT/RGB/PC input signal name 525 (480) /60i 625 (575) /50i 525 (480) /60p 625 (575) /50p 750 (720) /60p...
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Page 17: Serial Terminals Connection
SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma Display is controlled by a computer. COMPUTER D-sub 9p Notes: (1) Use the RS-232C cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display. (2) The computer shown is for example purposes only. (3) Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set. -
Page 18: Power On/Off And Input Signal Selection
Power ON/OFF and Input Signal Selection AC cord connection Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Power ON/OFF INPUT — R - STANDBY G POWER ON R - STANDBY G POWER ON Remote Control Sensor Power Indicator When the POWER is turned on for the first time, the LANGUAGE selection screen is displayed. -
Page 19: Select The Input Signal
Select the Input Signal — R - STANDBY INPUT G POWER ON — INPUT INPUT SURROUND Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language INPUT SURROUND Selectable languages PICTURE SOUND SET UP Power ON/OFF and Input Signal Selection INPUT SET UP press to display the SET UP menu. press to select OSD LANGUAGE. -
Page 20: On-Screen Menu Display From Remote Control
On-Screen Menu Display from Remote Control To PICTURE adjust menu (see page 28) PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU STANDARD PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP NORMAL ADVANCED SETTINGS To ADVANCED SETTINGS (see page 28, 29) ADVANCED SETTINGS NORMALIZE NORMAL BLACK EXTENSION W/B HIGH R W/B HIGH B... - Page 21 Press to access each adjust screen. To SIGNAL screen for To SIGNAL screen for VIDEO (see page 34, 35) COMPONENT (see page 35) [ VIDEO ] SIGNAL SIGNAL 3D Y/C FILTER ( NTSC ) 3:2 PULLDOWN COLOR SYSTEM AUTO 3:2 PULLDOWN ASPECT AUTO ( 4:3 ) NORMAL Note:...
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Page 22: Aspect Controls
ASPECT Controls The Plasma Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY ASPECT ASPECT button The aspect mode changes each time the ASPECT button is pressed. - Page 23 Mode NORMAL NORMAL ZOOM FULL JUST For an elongated image AUTO For a 4:3 image Note: Do not allow the picture to be displayed in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause a parmanent after-image to remain on the Plasma Display Panel. Picture NORMAL will display a 4:3 picture at its standard 4:3 size.
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Page 24: Adjusting Picture Position/Size
Adjusting PICTURE POSITION/SIZE Adjusting screen PICTURE POS. /SIZE Press to display the PICTURE POS./ SIZE menu. During “VIDEO (S VIDEO)” and “COMPONENT” input signal modes. PICTURE POS./SIZE NORMALIZE NORMAL H-POS H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE Notes: (1) Adjustment details are memorized separately for different input signal formats (Adjustments for component signals are memorized for 525i (480i), 625i (575i), 525p (480p), 1,125i (1,080i) and 625p (575p), 750p (720p) each, and RGB/PC signals are memorized for each frequency.) (2) If a “Cue”... - Page 25 When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed H-POS When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed H-SIZE When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed V-POS When the Position Left “ ” button is pressed V-SIZE Flickering and distortion can be eliminated by using the Position Left “...
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Page 26: Sound Adjustment
SOUND Adjustment SOUND Press to display the Sound menu. Select to adjust each item. BASS Adjusts low sounds TREBLE Adjusts high sounds BALANCE Adjusts left and right volumes SURROUND (see next page) Select ON or OFF • To end adjustments Press the R button Note: Press the SURROUND button to directly turn the surround effect ON and OFF. -
Page 27: Surround Controls
SURROUND Controls INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT OFF TIMER PLASMA DISPLAY SURROUND SURROUND Button The benefits of surround sound are enormous. You can be completely enveloped in sound; just as if you were at a concert hall or cinema. -
Page 28: Picture Adjustments
PICTURE Adjustments PICTURE Select to adjust each item. PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU STANDARD PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP NORMAL ADVANCED SETTINGS Press the left or right select “ON”. Press the down to enter ADVANCED SETTINGS mode. ADVANCED SETTINGS ON Enables fine picture adjustment at a professional level (see next page). -
Page 29: Advanced Settings
Item Effect PICTURE Less More BRIGHTNESS Darker Brighter COLOR Less More TINT (NTSC only) Reddish Greenish SHARPNESS Less More Note: In PICTURE, there is not a noticeable change even when contrast is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture. -
Page 30: Set Up Timer
SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display ON or OFF. Before attempting Timer Set, confirm the PRESENT TIME OF DAY and adjust if necessary. Then set POWER ON TIME/POWER OFF TIME. Display the SET UP TIMER screen INPUT SURROUND PICTURE... -
Page 31: Timer Set
TIMER Set Note : Timer function will not work unless “PRESENT TIME OF DAY” is set. Press to select POWER ON TIME/POWER OFF TIME. Press to display the POWER ON SET UP/ POWER OFF SET UP screen. Press to select HOURS ADJUSTMENT/ MINUTES ADJUSTMENT. -
Page 32: Screensaver (For Preventing After-Images)
SCREENSAVER Do not display a still picture, especially in 4:3 mode, for any length of time. If the display must remain on, a SCREENSAVER should be used. SET UP NEGATIVE / SCROLL selection MODE selection If the MODE is at ON, the menu screen will disappear and the SCREENSAVER will be activated. After selecting TIME OF DAY or INTERVAL, the relevant SET UP TIME will become available for selection and the OPERATING TIME may be set. -
Page 33: Setup Of Screensaver Time
Setup of SCREENSAVER Time SCREENSAVER FUNCTION WHITE BAR SCROLL MODE INTERVAL SHOW DURATION 0:00 SAVER DURATION 0:00 SIDE BAR ADJUST HIGH Note : Timer function will not work unless “PRESENT TIME OF DAY” is set. SIDE BAR ADJUST Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause an after-image to remain on the side bars on either side of the display field. -
Page 34: Set Up For Input Signals
SET UP for Input Signals COMPONENT/RGB IN SELECT Select to match the signals from the source connected to the COMPONENT/RGB input terminals. Y, P signals “COMPONENT” R, G, B, HD, VD signals INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP PICTURE POS. /SIZE ASPECT 3D Y/C FILTER –... -
Page 35: Color System / Aspect Auto
COLOR SYSTEM / ASPECT AUTO Select SIGNAL from the “SET UP” menu during VIDEO (S VIDEO) input signal mode.(“SIGNAL [VIDEO]” menu is displayed.) Press to select the “COLOR SYSTEM” or “ASPECT AUTO”. Press to select each function. If the image becomes unstable: With the system set on Auto, under conditions of low level or noisy input signals the image may in rare cases become unstable. -
Page 36: Sync
SET UP for Input Signals SYNC Select SIGNAL from the “SET UP” menu during RGB or PC input signal mode. Press to select each item. Press to exit from adjust mode. Setting RGB sync signal Confirm that the input is set to RGB INPUT (this setting is valid only for RGB INPUT). H &... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Picture Interference Normal Picture No Picture No Picture No Color Plasma Display panel Symptoms Some parts of the screen do not light up. -
Page 38: Specifications
Specifications Power Source Power Consumption Maximum Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel Contrast Ratio Screen size Operating condition Temperature Humidity Applicable signals Color System Scanning format PC signals Connection terminals COMPONENT/RGB SERIAL SPEAKERS (6 ) 120 V AC, 50Hz/60Hz Drive method AC type 50-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio 1,106 mm (W) 622 mm (H) 1,269 mm (diagonal) - Page 39 Accessories Supplied Remote Control Transmitter Batteries Fixing bands Ferrite core Optional Supplied Speakers Stand Unit Wall Mounting Unit Wall Mounting Unit (angled) Ceiling Suspension Unit Dimensions Mass (Weight) Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. GD-V501U EUR646526 AA Size...
- Page 40 Printed in Japan VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED TQZW242 © 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED...