JVC GD-42X1 User Manual

ENGLISHAs an “ENERGY STAR®” partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the “ENERGY STAR®” guidelines for energy efficiency.P

04InstallationIncluded items● Main unit (monitor and stand)● Speaker unit● Screws for the speaker unit● Remote control unit● AAA size batteries● Video

Signage CCTV HDWhite Balance SettingR Drive / G Drive / B Drive 0 0R Cutoff / G Cutoff / B Cutoff 0 0Colour Management Mode-1 Mode-2Colour Mngmt. Sett

Adjust the picture to your needsCCTV SD Photo Pro Option Standard00000000Mode-2 Off Off Off0000000000000000000000000000Mode-1 Mode-1 Mode-5 Mode-1High

Set up the monitor for your PCSelecting the input signalWhen you connect a PC to the INPUT-4 terminal, set the type of the input signal accordingly.●

Enjoy SLR digital camera photographsWhen you select the picture preset of “Photo Pro” in “Setting Memory”, you can view the photographs just the way t

Menu index by task PageHue adjustmentGeneral tone of colour Hue 16Tone of colour (including white) Colour Temperature 21Tone of colour (in detail) Whi

15Changing the settings : Picture PictureSetting MemoryYou can store up to 6 sets of the “Picture” settings and use them.● When the input is changed,

16 HueAdjusts the tone of colour. –30 – +30 (Skin colour reddish ↔ Skin colour greenish) Hue SettingAdjusts the tone of colour in detail.● The sett

17Changing the settings : Picture ContrastAdjusts the brightness of brighter areas of pictures. –30 – +30 (Dark ↔ Bright) Contrast SettingAdjusts s

18 SharpnessEmphasizes outlines on a picture.● The setting is unadjustable when “Enhancer” is set to “Off”. –30 – +30 (Fuzzy ↔ Sharp) EnhancerSelect

19Changing the settings : Picture Backlight SettingAdjusts settings of functions relating with backlight.◆ Smart PictureReduces the backlight automat

05Installation Inserting batteries into the remote controlWhen replacing the batteriesTo avoid short-circuit, place the minus end of the batteries fir

20 Colour MatrixSelects the colour matrix used for colour conversion.● The setting is fixed to “Auto” and unadjustable when “Colour Space” is set to

21Changing the settings : Picture Colour TemperatureAdjusts colour temperature (colour tone). A picture becomes more bluish as colour temperature bec

22 Colour ManagementAdjusts the total colouring of pictures. Three colour management presets are available to suit a variety of colour temperature se

23Changing the settings : Picture◆ Green Hue / Green ColourAdjusts the tone/colourfulness of green colours. –15 – +15 (Yellow ↔ Cyan) / –30 – +30

24 Noise ReductionAdjusts the settings of picture noise reduction.● The functions are unavailable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On” or when signa

25Changing the settings : Picture Natural CinemaDisplays quick-moving parts on cinemas originally taken on films with more clarity.● The setting is f

26 Eco ModeAdjusts the brightness of backlight depending on the luminance of the room to reduce power consumption. Demo : Activating the function a

27Changing the settings : Sound Sound BassAdjusts bass tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) TrebleAdjusts treble tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) Ba

28 PEQOptimizes the sound for the monitor’s supplied speaker unit. Select “Off” when connecting other speakers. On / Off Turn On VolumeAdjusts the in

29Changing the settings : Setup Setup Menu LanguageYou can choose the language used for on-screen messages. English (EU) / Deutsch / Français(UE) /

06To adjust the vertical position of monitorThe monitor is height-adjustable in 3 positions, by 5.5 cm (2 1/4’’) at the maximum. Adjust the vertical p

30 ZoomAdjusts the aspect of pictures.● The setting is also adjustable through the [ZOOM] button on the remote control.◆ Options when the current inpu

31Changing the settings : Setup◆ Options when the current input signal is HD● You can select “Full Native” only when the input signal is 1080i/p. Ful

32 Position AdjustmentAdjusts the picture position on the monitor.● Vertical adjustment is effective when “Zoom” is set to “14:9 Zoom”, “16:9 Zoom”,

33Changing the settings : Setup Input LabelAdds a source name specifying a device after the source name (“Input-1” - “Input-4”). (No label) / VCR /

34 PC SettingAdjusts the settings for PC signals.● The items below are unadjustable when no PC signal is input: “H Size”, “V Size”, “Dot Clock”, “Clo

35Changing the settings : Setup◆ Dot ClockAdjust this when the picture is not aligned vertically.● The adjustment is kept after turning off the power.

36 HDMI Control with HDMIMakes an HDMI CEC-compatible external component controllable through this monitor. On : Enables HDMI CEC control. Off : D

37Changing the settings : HDMI AMP ControlMakes an HDMI CEC-compatible amplifier controllable through the monitor.● The setting is fixed to “Off” and

38External ControlYou can control GD-42X1E from external control equipment (a personal computer or a dedicated controller) via the RS-232C terminal on

39External ControlCommand outlineTo control the monitor from external control equipment, send operation commands to the monitor.Example of communicati

07Installation2-2 Attach the hooks again.● Select the positions of the hooks according to the monitor position you want, and fix them with the screws.

40Command list● “*” is the monitor ID. Normally, set it to “0x80”.● Enter the appropriate data to “xx” or “x”.No. Operation commands1†! 0x82 * P W x L

41External ControlFunctions DataTurns on/off the monitor.0: Off1: On+: Switches the power status.Selects the input.1: Input-12: Input-23: Input-34: In

42TroubleshootingThe following are not malfunctions.● This LCD display is built with very high precision technology; however, be aware that a few pixe

43TroubleshootingCannot turn on the monitor.● Connect the power cord properly. (➔ page 10)● Turn on the power switch. (➔ page 10)The remote control do

44No sound from HDMI devices.● Set “Input-1 Audio” properly. (➔ page 37)Cannot control HDMI CEC devices.● Set “Control with HDMI” to “On”. (➔ page 36)

45SpecificationsSpecificationsModel name GD-42X1ELCD panel 42-inch (viewable)Screen size (visible area size measured diagonally)1067.3 mmDisplay resol

46● For easy understanding, pictures and illustrations are shown by being emphasized, omitted or composed, and may slightly be different from actual p

47SpecificationsDimensionsunit: mm1 : 990.02 : 716.8*1 / 689.3*2 / 661.8*33 : 400.04 : 117.0*1 / 89.5*2 / 62.0*35 : 400.06 : 200.07 : 42.58 : 599.89

48Compliant signal formats (1)INPUT-4 terminal (PC)SignalFrequencyVertical (Hz) Horizontal (Hz) Dot clock (MHz)PC98 56.42 24.823 21.050 VGA 60†159.94

49SpecificationsTotal pixels Effective pixelsStandardpixel per line line per frame pixel per line line per frame848 440 640 400 —800 525 640 480 VESA

08 Connecting external devices To connect a computer To connect a device with a composite terminal To connect a device with component terminalsTo INPU

50INPUT-1, INPUT-2, INPUT-3 terminal (HDMI-HDMI)SignalFrequencyVertical (Hz) Horizontal (Hz) Dot clock (MHz)VGA 60 59.94/60 31.469/31.5 25.175/25.2480

51SpecificationsTotal pixels Effective pixelspixel per line line per frame pixel per line line per frame800 525 640 480858 525 720 4801650 750 1280 72

52IndexIcons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

53IndexLLINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Lip Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27MMain unit . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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09InstallationINPUT-1: HDMITM terminalINPUT-2: HDMITM terminal INPUT-3: HDMITM terminalINPUT-4 terminal: D-sub 15 pinAUDIO INPUT terminalSpeaker termi

Menu LanguageInteractive Plug-in MenuEnglish(EU)SetPrevious 2/4English(US)SuomiFrançais(EU)Français(US)DeutschΕλληνιάMagyarNextEnglish(EU)10 Connectin

11Parts identificationParts identification Main unit Power switch (on the rear)Turns on or off the main power supply. Power indicator Lights while t

12Remote controlPOWER Turns the monitor on/off (on standby).LINK Opens the operation window for HDMI CEC devices. (➔ page 13) OPTION Opens the setup w

Rec. Rec.Stop NAVIGATION FunctionOperation PanelSpeakerDeviceOperateSelectExitInput-1MonitorLink >Recorder13Controlling HDMI devicesControlling HD

iiWARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.CAUTION: TO INSURE PERSONAL SAFETY, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWIN

Memory Setting Load PresetTintTint SettingColorContrastContrast SettingBrightnessSharpnessPictureMemory10Page 1/3000014Changing the settingsExample:

A-1Technical informationAdjust the picture to your needs A-2Set up the monitor for your PC A-10Enjoy SLR digital camera photographs A-11Menu index b

Memory Setting Load PresetTintTint SettingColorContrastContrast SettingBrightnessSharpnessPictureMemory10Page 1/30000To use a preset1 Open the menu.

Adjust the picture to your needsTo customize the settingsYou can create your own set of picture settings by arranging the settings of a preset. Storin

CCTV SDSuitable for monitoring CCTVs in SD format.CCTV HDSuitable for monitoring CCTVs in HD format.SignageSuitable for digital signage use in market,

Adjust the picture to your needsStandardThe most standard setting.Photo Pro Suitable for watching stillpictures of SLR digital cameras.OptionSuitable

● Setting values of each preset● The settings are subject to change for amelioration.Signage CCTV HDTint 0 0Tint SettingBY Gain 0 0BY/RY Angle 0 0Colo

Adjust the picture to your needsCCTV SD Photo Pro Option Standard000000000000100000000High Off Off OffOff Off Off OffOn Off Off Off00000 0 –30 –30Mode

Signage CCTV HDWhite Balance SettingR Drive / G Drive / B Drive 0 0R Cutoff / G Cutoff / B Cutoff 0 0Color Management Mode-1 Mode-2Color Mngmt. Settin

Adjust the picture to your needsCCTV SD Photo Pro Option Standard00000000Mode-2 Off Off Off0000000000000000000000000000Mode-1 Mode-1 Mode-5 Mode-1High

iiiWarningsChanges 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 t

Set up the monitor for your PCSelecting the input signalWhen you connect a PC to the INPUT-4 terminal, set the type of the input signal accordingly.●

Enjoy SLR digital camera photographsWhen you select the picture preset of “Photo Pro” in “ Memory Setting ”, you can view the photographs just the way

Menu index by task PageHue adjustmentGeneral tone of color Tint 16Tone of color (including white) Color Temperature 21Tone of color (in detail) White

15Changing the settings : Picture Picture Memory Setting You can store up to 6 sets of the “Picture” settings and use them.● When the input is changed

16 TintAdjusts the tone of color. –30 – +30 (Skin color reddish ↔ Skin color greenish) Tint SettingAdjusts the tone of color in detail.● The settin

17Changing the settings : Picture ContrastAdjusts the brightness of brighter areas of pictures. –30 – +30 (Dark ↔ Bright) Contrast SettingAdjusts s

18 SharpnessEmphasizes outlines on a picture.● The setting is unadjustable when “Enhancer” is set to “Off”. –30 – +30 (Fuzzy ↔ Sharp) EnhancerSelect

19Changing the settings : Picture Backlight SettingAdjusts settings of functions relating with backlight.◆ Smart PictureReduces the backlight automat

20 Color MatrixSelects the color matrix used for color conversion.● The setting is fixed to “Auto” and unadjustable when “Color Space” is set to “sRG

21Changing the settings : Picture Color TemperatureAdjusts color temperature (color tone). A picture becomes more bluish as color temperature becomes

iv9) 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 groun

22 Color ManagementAdjusts the total coloring of pictures. Three color management presets are available to suit a variety of color temperature settin

23Changing the settings : Picture◆ Green Tint / Green ColorAdjusts the tone/colorfulness of green colors. –15 – +15 (Yellow ↔ Cyan) / –30 – +30 (D

24 Noise ReductionAdjusts the settings of picture noise reduction.● The functions are unavailable when “PC Monitor Mode” is set to “On” or when signa

25Changing the settings : Picture Natural CinemaDisplays quick-moving parts on cinemas originally taken on films with more clarity.● The setting is f

26 Eco ModeAdjusts the brightness of backlight depending on the luminance of the room to reduce power consumption. Display : Activating the functio

27Changing the settings : Sound Sound BassAdjusts bass tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) TrebleAdjusts treble tone. –6 – +6 (Weaker ↔ Stronger) Ba

28 PEQOptimizes the sound for the monitor’s supplied speaker unit. Select “Off” when connecting other speakers. On / Off Turn On VolumeAdjusts the in

29Changing the settings : Setup Setup Menu LanguageYou can choose the language used for on-screen messages. English (EU) / Deutsch / Français(UE) /

30 AspectAdjusts the aspect of pictures.● The setting is also adjustable through the [ASPECT] button on the remote control.◆ Options when the current

31Changing the settings : Setup◆ Options when the current input signal is HD● You can select “Full Native” only when the input signal is 1080i/p. Ful

vWarnings18) 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

32 Position AdjustmentAdjusts the picture position on the monitor.● Vertical adjustment is effective when “Aspect” is set to “14:9 Zoom”, “16:9 Zoom”

33Changing the settings : Setup Input LabelAdds a source name specifying a device after the source name (“Input-1” - “Input-4”). (No label) / VCR /

34 PC SettingAdjusts the settings for PC signals.● The items below are unadjustable when no PC signal is input: “H Size”, “V Size”, “Dot Clock”, “Clo

35Changing the settings : Setup◆ Dot ClockAdjust this when the picture is not aligned vertically.● The adjustment is kept after turning off the power.

36 HDMI Control with HDMIMakes an HDMI CEC-compatible external component controllable through this monitor. On : Enables HDMI CEC control. Off : D

37Changing the settings : HDMI AMP ControlMakes an HDMI CEC-compatible amplifier controllable through the monitor.● The setting is fixed to “Off” and

38External ControlYou can control GD-42X1 from external control equipment (a personal computer or a dedicated controller) via the RS-232C terminal on

39External ControlCommand outlineTo control the monitor from external control equipment, send operation commands to the monitor.Example of communicati

40Command list● “*” is the monitor ID. Normally, set it to “0x80”.● Enter the appropriate data to “xx” or “x”.No. Operation commands1†! 0x82 * P W x L

41External ControlFunctions DataTurns on/off the monitor.0: Off1: On+: Switches the power status.Selects the input.1: Input-12: Input-23: Input-34: In

vi21) 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

42TroubleshootingThe following are not malfunctions.● This LCD display is built with very high precision technology; however, be aware that a few pixe

43TroubleshootingNo sound.● Check the speaker cord connection. (➔ page 05)● Press the MUTING button.● Check the amplifier connection.● When “AMP” is s

44SpecificationsModel name GD-42X1LCD panel 42-inch (viewable)Screen size (visible area size measured diagonally)1067.3 mm (42’’)Display resolution 19

45SpecificationsDimensions➔ page 46Swivel angle 20° left or rightMass 12.0 kg (26.4 lbs) (without the speaker unit and the stand)17.8 kg (39.2 lbs) (i

46Dimensionsunit: mm (inch)1 : 990.0 (39)2 : 716.8 (28 1/4)*1 / 689.3 (27 1/8)*2 / 661.8 (26)*33 : 400.0 (15 3/4)4 : 117.0 (4 5/8)*1 / 89.5 (3 5/8)*2

47Logos & LicensesAs an “ENERGY STAR®” partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the “ENERGY STAR®” guidelines for ener

48Compliant signal formats (1)INPUT-4 terminal (PC)SignalFrequencyVertical (Hz) Horizontal (Hz) Dot clock (MHz)PC98 56.42 24.823 21.050 VGA 60†159.94

49SpecificationsTotal pixels Effective pixelsStandardpixel per line line per frame pixel per line line per frame848 440 640 400 —800 525 640 480 VESA

50INPUT-1, INPUT-2, INPUT-3 terminal (HDMI-HDMI)SignalFrequencyVertical (Hz) Horizontal (Hz) Dot clock (MHz)VGA 60 59.94/60 31.469/31.5 25.175/25.2480

51SpecificationsTotal pixels Effective pixelspixel per line line per frame pixel per line line per frame800 525 640 480858 525 720 4801650 750 1280 72

viiWarningsTo prevent an accidental fallWhen fixing to furniture1 Thread a belt (not supplied) through the hole on the back of the stand.2 Fix the b

52IndexIcons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Numbers3DY/C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244:3 Aspect Setting. . . . . . . . .

53IndexLip Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27MMain unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ENGLISHINSTRUCTIONSLCD MonitorGD-42X1EGD42X1_eu_en.indb 01GD42X1_eu_en.indb 01 09.5.19 4:54:28 PM09.5.19 4:54:28 PM

iiWarningPlease follow all the guidelines below.Never try to repair the product yourself!● To prevent electrical shock, do not open cover. Repair shal

iiiWarningDo 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

ivDo not carry the product on your own!● In order to prevent accidents, ensure that the product is carried by two or more people.On disposal of the pr

vWarningInformation for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment and BatteriesProducts[European Union]These symbols indicate that the electrical and electro

viMaintenanceCleaning the screenThe screen of this monitor is coated with layers of thin films, such as a coating to prevent unwanted reflections. Dam

viiWarningVentilation openingsUse a vacuum cleaner to get rid of the dust on and around the intakes (all the openings). If a vacuum cleaner is not ava

02Features› Big screen suitable for SLR digital camera photographs ➔ page A-11› Slim cabinet provides you with greater freedom of choice for instal

02Features› Big screen suitable for SLR digital camera photographs ➔ page A-11› Slim cabinet provides you with greater freedom of choice for instal

03ContentsContentsWarning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

04InstallationIncluded items● Main unit (monitor and stand)● Speaker unit● Screws for the speaker unit● Remote control unit● AAA size batteries● Video

05Installation Inserting batteries into the remote controlWhen replacing the batteriesTo avoid short-circuit, place the minus end of the batteries fir

06To adjust the vertical position of monitorThe monitor is height-adjustable in 3 positions, by 5.5 cm at the maximum. Adjust the vertical position of

07Installation2-2 Attach the hooks again.● Select the positions of the hooks according to the monitor position you want, and fix them with the screws.

08 Connecting external devices To connect a computer To connect a device with a composite terminal To connect a device with component terminalsTo INPU

09InstallationINPUT-1: HDMITM terminalINPUT-2: HDMITM terminal INPUT-3: HDMITM terminalINPUT-4 terminal: D-sub 15 pinAUDIO INPUT terminalSpeaker termi

Menu LanguageInteractive Plug-in MenuEnglish(EU)SetPrevious 2/4English(US)SuomiFrançais(EU)Français(US)DeutschΕλληνιάMagyarNextEnglish(EU)10 Connectin

11Parts identificationParts identification Main unit Power switch (on the rear)Turns on or off the main power supply. Power indicator Lights while t

03ContentsContentsWarnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12Remote controlTurns the monitor on/off (on standby).LINK Opens the operation window for HDMI CEC devices. (➔ page 13) OPTION Opens the setup window

Rec. Rec.Stop NAVIGATION FunctionOperation PanelSpeakerDeviceOperateSelectExitInput-1MonitorLink >Recorder13Controlling HDMI devicesControlling HD

Setting MemoryLoad PresetHueHue SettingColourContrastContrast SettingBrightnessSharpnessPictureMemory10Page 1/3000014Changing the settingsExample: to

A-1Technical informationAdjust the picture to your needs A-2Set up the monitor for your PC A-10Enjoy SLR digital camera photographs A-11Menu index b

Setting MemoryLoad PresetHueHue SettingColourContrastContrast SettingBrightnessSharpnessPictureMemory10Page 1/30000To use a preset1 Open the menu.2

Adjust the picture to your needsTo customize the settingsYou can create your own set of picture settings by arranging the settings of a preset. Storin

CCTV SDSuitable for monitoring CCTVs in SD format.CCTV HDSuitable for monitoring CCTVs in HD format.SignageSuitable for digital signage use in market,

Adjust the picture to your needsStandardThe most standard setting.Photo Pro Suitable for watching still pictures of SLR digital cameras.OptionSuitable

● Setting values of each preset● The settings are subject to change for amelioration.Signage CCTV HDHue 0 0Hue SettingBY Gain 0 0BY/RY Angle 0 0Colour

Adjust the picture to your needsCCTV SD Photo Pro Option Standard000000000000100000000High Off Off OffOff Off Off OffOn Off Off Off00000 0 –30 –30Mode