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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...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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.
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.
(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.
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.
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.
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...
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.) •...
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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.
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...
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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”...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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”...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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 ·...
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...
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...
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).
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.
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...
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...
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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. –...
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.
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.
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.) •...
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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.
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...
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...
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...
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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)
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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”...
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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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 ·...
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”...
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.
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).
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.
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...