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- Page 1 PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR GD-V422U GD-V502U 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. The lightning flash with arrow-head within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.
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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 CAUTION: Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21 of the FCC rules, any changes or modifications to this monitor not expressly approved by JVC could cause harmful interference and would void the user’s authority to operate this device. Attach the ferrite core: The ferrite cores provided as a supplied accessory must be used when connecting this Plasma Display to video equipment. -
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) TS-C5001SPG (GD-V502U) -
Page 8: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book GD-V422U GD-V502U Ferrite core (small size) Remote Control Batteries Requires two AA batteries. 1. Turn the transmitter face down. Press and slide off the battery cover. -
Page 9: Connections
Connections 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. (Example: GD-V422U) Speakers (Optional accessories) AC cord connection (see page 13) SPEAKERS Terminals (R) – AC cord fixing 1. -
Page 10: Pc Input Terminals Connection
(2) The display resolution is a maximum of 768 768 dots (GD-V422U), 1,024 768 dots (GD-V502U) when the aspect mode is set to “4:3”, and 1,024 768 dots (GD-V422U), 1,366 768 dots (GD-V502U) when the aspect mode is set to “16:9”. If the display resolution exceeds these maximums, it may not be possible to show fine detail with sufficient clarity. -
Page 11: 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 12: Av & Component Connection
Connections AV & COMPONENT Connection Example of input signal source Digital TV-SET-TOP-BOX (DTV-STB) SLOT1 Example of input signal source S VIDEO VCR CAMCORDER Notes: (1) Change the “Component / RGB-in” setting in the “Setup” menu to “Component”. (see page 33) (2) Additional equipment, cables and adapter plugs shown are not supplied with this set. -
Page 13: Power On / Off
Power ON / OFF AC cord connection Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Power ON / OFF INPUT MENU — ENTER R - STANDBY G POWER ON R - STANDBY G POWER ON Remote Control Power Indicator Sensor When the POWER is turned on for the first time, the LANGUAGE selection... -
Page 14: Power On / Off
Basic Controls R - STANDBY G POWER ON Main Power On / Off Switch Remote control Power Indicator sensor The Power Indicator will light. • Power-OFF .. Indicator not illuminated (The unit will still consume some power as long as the power cord is still inserted into the wall outlet.) •... - Page 15 Stand-by (ON / OFF) button The Plasma Display must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch (see page 13). Press this button to turn the Plasma Display On, from Standby mode. Press it again to turn the Plasma Display Off to Standby mode.
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Page 16: Multi Pip
On-Screen Menu Displays To PICTURE adjust menu (see page 22) PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU STANDARD PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP NORMAL ADVANCED SETTINGS Press to select “ON”. Press to enter ADVANCED SETTINGS. To ADVANCED SETTINGS (see page 22, 23) ADVANCED SETTINGS NORMALIZE NORMAL... - Page 17 Press to access e a c h a d j u s t screen. To SIGNAL screen for VIDEO (S VIDEO) (see page 33, 34) [ VIDEO ] SIGNAL 3D Y/C FILTER ( NTSC ) COLOR SYSTEM AUTO 3:2 PULLDOWN ASPECT AUTO ( 4:3 ) NORMAL Note: “SIGNAL”...
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Page 18: Input Signal Selection
Input Signal Selection Select the Input Signal R - STANDBY INPUT MENU – ENTER G POWER ON INPUT MENU ENTER INPUT SURROUND Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP INPUT INPUT1 Notes: (1) Input terminal will not be selected if the Video Input Card is not installed into the SLOT. -
Page 19: 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. ASPECT button ASPECT The aspect mode changes each time the INPUT ASPECT button is pressed. SURROUND [from the unit] INPUT MENU PICTURE... -
Page 20: Adjusting Picture Position/Size
Adjusting PICTURE POSITION/SIZE Adjusting screen PICTURE POS. /SIZE Press to display the PICTURE POS./ SIZE menu. Press to select H-POS / H-SIZE / V-POS / V-SIZE / CLOCK PHASE. During “VIDEO (S VIDEO)” and “COMPONENT” input signal. PICTURE POS./SIZE NORMALIZE NORMAL H-POS H-SIZE... -
Page 21: Sound Adjustment
SOUND Adjustment SOUND Press to display the Sound menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the desired adjustment menu. Select the desired level by listening to the sound. BASS Adjusts low sounds TREBLE Adjusts high sounds BALANCE Adjusts left and right volumes SURROUND Select ON or OFF... -
Page 22: Picture Adjustments
PICTURE Adjustments PICTURE Press to display the PICTURE menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu. PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL PICTURE MENU STANDARD PICTURE BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT... -
Page 23: 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 nor a noticeable change even when contrast is increased with a bright picture or reduced with a dark picture. -
Page 24: Present Time Setup / Set Up Timer
PRESENT TIME SETUP / 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. INPUT SURROUND PICTURE... -
Page 25: Set Up Timer
SET UP TIMER Display the SET UP TIMER SCREEN. Notes: • Pressing “ ” or “ ” button once changes POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME 1minute. • Pressing “ ” or “ ” button continuously changes POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME by 15 minutes. Note: Timer function will not work unless “PRESENT TIME OF DAY”... -
Page 26: 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 START setting Note: This function does not guarantee the complete prevention of permanent after-images. The potential for the occurrence of permanent after-images is merely decreased. -
Page 27: Setup Of Screensaver Time
Setup of SCREENSAVER Time After selecting TIME OF DAY or INTERVAL, the relevant SET UP TIME will become available for selection and the OPERATING TIME may be set. (Time cannot be set when “MODE” is “ON” or “OFF.”) SCREENSAVER 10 : 00 PRESENT TIME OF DAY START FUNCTION... -
Page 28: Side Bar Adjust
SCREENSAVER (For preventing after-images ) 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. To prevent the appearance of such an after-image, change the brightness of the side bars. -
Page 29: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. Display the “Operation Guide”. ZOOM MOVE Press to access Digital Zoom. The “Operation Guide” will be displayed. INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE... -
Page 30: Reduces Power Consumption
Reduces power consumption • POWER SAVE: When this function is turned ON, luminous level of the plasma display is suppressed, so power consumption is reduced. • STANDBY SAVE: When this function is turned ON, power consumption of the microcomputer is reduced during power supply standby (see page 13,14,15), so standby power of the set is reduced. -
Page 31: Setup For Multi Display
Setup for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up Plasma Displays in groups of 4 or 9 as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be displayed across all screens. For this mode of operation, each plasma display has to be set up with a DISPLAY number to determine its location. group of 4 (2 2) How to setup MULTI DISPLAY INPUT... -
Page 32: How To Set The Display Location Number For Each Plasma Display
Setup for MULTI DISPLAY How to set the Display location number for each Plasma Display DISPLAY NUMBER locations for each arrangement. (2 2) Notes: (1) For RGB / PC input signals, normal multi-display magnification is only available at the VGA, SVGA and XGA resolution. (2) The multi-display capability is functional for the following component signals: 525 (480) / 60i ·... -
Page 33: 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 “RGB” INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI... -
Page 34: Color System / Aspect Auto
SET UP for Input Signals 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... -
Page 35: Sync
SYNC Select SIGNAL from the “SET UP” menu during RGB input signal. 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 signal). -
Page 36: 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 This Plasma Display uses special image processing. Hence a slight time lag may occur between image and audio, depending on the type of input signal. -
Page 37: Video / Component / Rgb / Pc Input Signals
VIDEO / COMPONENT / RGB / PC input signals R AUDIO L SLOT1 VIDEO input VIDEO input [Applicable when Multi Screen and Digital Zoom] Signal name NTSC PAL60 SECAM Modified NTSC Applicable input signals for PC Input (mini D-sub 15P) ( Mark) Signal name 525 (480) /60i 525 (480) /60p... -
Page 38: Specifications
Dimensions Mass (Weight) Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions shown are approximate. GD-V422U 120 V AC, 50 Hz / 60 Hz max. Amps. 5 A Save OFF 1.6W, Save ON 0.9W 0.2 W... - Page 40 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan © 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED TQZW366-1...
- Page 41 PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR INSTRUCTIONS GD-V422PCE GD-V502PCE...
- Page 42 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.
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Page 43: Important Safety Notice
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local JVC Dealer. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safety. -
Page 44: Safety Precautions
If water is spills onto the Plasma Display or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, please consult your local JVC dealer. - Page 45 If water or foreign objects get inside the Plasma Display, if the Plasma Display is dropped, or if the cabinet becomes damages, disconnect the power cord plug immediately. • A short circuit may occur, which could cause fire. Contact your local JVC dealer for any repairs that need to be made. CAUTION When using the Plasma Display Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the Plasma Display.
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Page 46: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Supply Check that you have the accessories and items shown Operating Instruction book GD-V422PCE GD-V502PCE AC cord Remote Control Batteries Requires two R6 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. -
Page 47: Connections
Connections 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. (Example: GD-V422PCE) Speakers (Optional accessories) SPEAKERS Terminals (R) – AC cord fixing 1. Open the clamper. –... -
Page 48: Pc Input Terminals Connection
Connections PC Input Terminals connection COMPUTER Installing the ferrite core (Small size) Pull back the tabs (in two places) Installing the ferrite core (Large size) Notes: (1) Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz. -
Page 49: 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 50: Basic Controls
Basic Controls R - STANDBY G POWER ON Main Power On / Off Switch Remote control sensor 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 still inserted into the wall outlet.) •... - Page 51 Stand-by (ON / OFF) button The Plasma Display must first be plugged into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch (see page 12). Press this button to turn the Plasma Display On, from Stanby mode. Press it again to turn the Plasma Display Off to Stanby mode.
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Page 52: 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 – R - STANDBY INPUT MENU ENTER G POWER ON R - STANDBY G POWER ON Remote Control Power Indicator Sensor... -
Page 53: Select The Input Signal
Select the input signal R - STANDBY INPUT MENU ENTER G POWER ON INPUT MENU ENTER INPUT SURROUND Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language INPUT SURROUND Selectable languages PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM Power On / Off and input signal selection INPUT Press the INPUT button to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been... -
Page 54: On-Screen Menu Displays
On-Screen Menu Displays To Picture adjust menu (see page 18) Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Tint Sharpness White balance Normal Advanced settings Press to select “On”. Press to enter Advanced settings. To Advanced settings (see page 18, 19) Advanced settings Normalise Normal... - Page 55 Press to access each adjust screen. To Signal screen for AV(S Video) (see page 30, 31) [ AV ] Signal 3D Y/C Filter ( NTSC ) Colour system Auto Cinema reality Aspect Auto ( 4:3 ) 4 : 3 Note: “Signal” setup menu displays different setting condition for each input signals. (see page 13) To setup Screensaver Press to select Start Time / Finish Time (see page 24-26)
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Page 56: 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. ASPECT button ASPECT The aspect mode changes each time the INPUT ASPECT button is pressed. SURROUND [from the unit] PICTURE SOUND SET UP... -
Page 57: Adjusting Picture Pos./ Size
Adjusting Picture Pos./ Size Adjusting screen PICTURE POS. /SIZE Press to display the Picture Pos./ Size menu. Press to select H-Pos / H-Size / V-Pos / V-Size / Clock Phase. During “AV(S Video)” and “Component” input signal. Picture Pos./Size Normalise Normal H-Pos H-Size... -
Page 58: Picture Adjustments
Picture Adjustments PICTURE Press to display the Picture menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu. Picture Normalise Normal Picture Mode Normal Contrast Brightness Colour Tint... -
Page 59: Advanced Settings
Item Effect Contrast Less More Brightness Darker Brighter Colour 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 60: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment SOUND Press to display the Sound menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the desired adjustment menu. Select the desired level by listening to the sound. Bass Adjusts low sounds Treble Adjusts high sounds Balance Adjusts left and right volumes Surround Select On or Off... -
Page 61: Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. Display the “Operation Guide”. ZOOM MOVE Press to access Digital Zoom. The “Operation Guide” will be displayed. INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP MULTI ZOOM SWAP SELECT MOVE PICTURE... -
Page 62: Present Time Setup / Set Up Timer
PRESENT TIME Setup / Set up TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display On or Off. Before attempting Timer Set, confirm the PRESENT TIME and adjust if necessary. Then set POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time. INPUT SURROUND PICTURE SOUND SET UP... -
Page 63: Set Up Timer
Set up TIMER Display the Set up TIMER screen. Notes: • Pressing “ ” or “ ” button once changes POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time 1minute. • Pressing “ ” or “ ” button continuously changes POWER ON Time / POWER OFF Time by 15 minutes. Note: Timer function will not work unless “PRESENT TIME”... -
Page 64: 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 Reversal / Scroll selection Mode selection Start setting Note: This function does not guarantee the complete prevention of permanent after-images. The potential for the occurrence of permanent after-images is merely decreased. -
Page 65: Setup Of Screensaver Time
Setup of Screensaver Time After selecting Time Designation or Interval, the relevant Time Setup will become available for selection and the Operating Time may be set. (Time cannot be set when “Mode” is “on” or “off.”) Screensaver 10 : 00 PRESENT TIME Start White bar scroll... -
Page 66: Side Panel Adjustment
Screensaver (For preventing after-images ) Side Panel Adjustment 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 panels either side of the display field. To prevent the appearance of such an after-image, illuminate the side panels. -
Page 67: Reduces Power Consumption
Reduces power consumption • Power save: When this function is turned On, luminous level of the plasma display is suppressed, so power consumption is reduced. • Standby save: When this function is turned On, power consumption of the microcomputer is reduced during power supply standby (see page 10, 11, 12), so standby power of the set is reduced. -
Page 68: Setup For Multi Display
Setup for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up Plasma Displays in groups of 4 or 9 as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be displayed across all screens. For this mode of operation, each plasma display has to be set up with a Display number to determine its location. group of 4 (2 2) How to Setup MULTI DISPLAY INPUT... - Page 69 How to set the display location number for each Plasma Display Notes: (1) For RGB / PC input signals, normal multi-display magnification is only available at the VGA, SVGA and XGA resolution. (2) The multi-display capability is functional for the following component signals: 525 (480) / 60i ·...
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Page 70: Setup For Input Signals
Setup for Input Signals Component / RGB-in Select Select the input signals to be connected by installing the Optional Video Input Card. (Refer to the Operating Instructions for the optional Video Input Card.) Select to match the signals from the source connected to the Component / RGB input terminals. Y, P signals “Component”... -
Page 71: Colour System / Aspect Auto
Colour system / Aspect Auto Select Signal from the “Setup” menu during AV(S Video) input signal. (“Signal [AV]” menu is displayed.) Press to select the “Colour System” or “Aspect Auto”. Press to select each functions. If the picture 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 72: Sync
Setup for input signals Sync Select Signal from the “Setup” menu during RGB input signal. Press to adjust. 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 signal). -
Page 73: 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 Colour This Plasma Display uses special image processing. Hence a slight time lag may occur between image and audio, depending on the type of input signal. -
Page 74: Input Signal Can Be Displayed
Input signal can be displayed Applicable input signals for PC Input (mini D-sub 15P) ( Mark) Signal name 525 (480) / 60i 525 (480) / 60p 625 (575) / 50i 625 (575) / 50p 750 (720) / 60p 750 (720) / 50p 1,125 (1,080) / 60i 1,125 (1,080) / 50i 1,125 (1,080) / 24p... -
Page 75: Specifications
Specifications Power Source Power Consumption Normal use Stand-by condition Power off condition Plasma Display panel Contrast Ratio Screen size (No.of pixels) Operating condition Temperatuer Humidity Applicable signals Colour System Scanning format PC signals Connection terminals SERIAL SPEAKERS (6 ) Accessories Supplied Remote Control Transmitter Batteries Fixing bands... - Page 76 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan © 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED TQZW367-1...