Gericom GTV4200-V3 User manual

Contents
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Important Safety Information........................................................................................................... 2
Overview Of Your New PDP............................................................................................................. 8
OSD key Position ......................................................................................................................... 8
OSD key function.......................................................................................................................... 8
Back Panel and Ports................................................................................................................... 9
Ports descriptions and RS-232C.................................................................................................. 10
Accessories........................................................................................................................................ 11
Optional Extras.................................................................................................................................. 12
Remote Control.................................................................................................................................. 13
Key Description............................................................................................................................. 13
Loading the Batteries.................................................................................................................... 15
Reception Rage of Remote Control............................................................................................. 15
Monitor Installation............................................................................................................................ 16
Wall Mount Installation (optional)................................................................................................. 16
Table Stand Installation (optional)................................................................................................ 20
Speaker Installation (optional)...................................................................................................... 22
Watching TV....................................................................................................................................... 24
Watching VCR.................................................................................................................................... 25
Watching DVD.................................................................................................................................... 26
Watching Set Top Box...................................................................................................................... 27
Connecting the PC ............................................................................................................................ 28
Displayable Monitor Specification .................................................................................................. 29
Basic Operation................................................................................................................................. 30
Turning the PDP on / off............................................................................................................... 30
TV programme Selection.............................................................................................................. 30
Volume Control............................................................................................................................. 30
OSD Menu Structure ......................................................................................................................... 31
CHANNEL (TV)................................................................................................................................... 32
PICTURE (TV)..................................................................................................................................... 36
PICTURE (PC)..................................................................................................................................... 43
SOUND................................................................................................................................................ 45
SET UP................................................................................................................................................ 49
TIME..................................................................................................................................................... 56
TELETEXT........................................................................................................................................... 59
Viewing the Picture-In-Picture ......................................................................................................... 60
Specification....................................................................................................................................... 61
Trouble Shooting............................................................................................................................... 63
Warranty Card.................................................................................................................................... 64

Important Safety Information
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This symbol is intendded to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intendded to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
- TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT
IN FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD.
- DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
- SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN.
FCC NOTICE
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in home
environment as well as in a commercial, industrial or business environment. This equipment can generate, use
and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures :
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Connecting of peripherals requires the use of grounded shielded signal cables.
Read all safety and operating
instructions before operating your
Monitor.
Keep the safety and operating
instructions for future reference. Heed all warnings on the Monitor and in the operating instructions.
Always be careful when using your Monitor. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and
maintaining your machine.
WARNING
• Apparatus shall not be exposed to driping or splashing and no objectss filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
• This is Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
• To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
•These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to
do so.

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Always be careful when using your PDP. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries,
keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and maintaining your machine.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
7) Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
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 is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.

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Follow all operating and use
instructions. Unplug the Monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth; do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
Never add any attachments and/or
equipment without approval of the
manufacturer. Such additions can
increase the risk of fire, electric
shock, or other personal injury.
Do not use the Monitor where contact with
or immersion in water is a possibility, such
as near bath tubs, sinks, washing machines,
swimming pools, etc.
Do not place the Monitor on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table, or
floor where it can fall. A falling Monitor
can cause serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer
or sold with the Monitor. Move the
Monitor and cart with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,and uneven
surfaces can make the unit and cart unsteady
and likely to overturn.
When installing the Monitor on a table, be careful not to
place the edge of its stand.
- This may cause the Monitor to fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the Monitor.
This plasma display
is designed to be
mounted horizontally
(wide viewing).
Any inquiry
regarding its vertical
position should be
forwarded to the
manufacture directly

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Provide ventilation for the Monitor. The unit is designed
with slots in the cabinet for ventilation to protect it from
overheating. Do not block these openings with any object,
and do not place the Monitor on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface. Do not place it near a radiator or heat
register. If you place the Monitor on a rack or bookcase,
ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you've
followed the manufacturer's instructions for mounting.
Use only the accessory cord designed for this product to
prevent shock. The power supply voltage rating of this
product is AC100-240V, the power cord attached conforms
to the following power supply voltage. Use only the power
cord designated by our dealer to ensure Safety and EMC.
When it is used by other power supply voltage, power cable
must be changed. Consult your product dealer.
Unplug the Monitor from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when left
unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will
prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line
surges.
Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be
routed so that they won't be walked on or pinched by
objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit.
Use only a grounded or polarized outlet. For your safety, this
Monitor is equipped with a polarized alternating current line
plug having one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit
into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet.
Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system
should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, be extremely careful to keep from touching
the power lines or circuits. Contact with such lines can be
fatal.

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Do not overload the wall outlet or
extension cords. Overloading can
result in fire or electric shock.
Do not insert anything through the
openings in the unit, where they can
touch dangerous voltage points or
damage parts. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the Monitor.
Bend antenna cable between inside
and outside building to prevent rain
from flowing in.
- This may cause water damaged
inside the Monitor and could give an
electric shock.
Do not place an outside antenna in
the vicinity of overhead power lines,
other electric light or power circuits.
- This may cause an electric shock.
There should be enough distance
between an outside antenna and
power lines to keep the former from
touching the latter even when the
antenna falls.
- This may cause an electric shock.
Do not attempt to service the Monitor yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
•when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
•if liquid has been spilled on the unit or if objects have fallen into the unit
•if the Monitor has been exposed to rain or water
•if the Monitor does not operate normally by following the operating instructions
•if the Monitor has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
•when the Monitor exhibits a distinct change in performance
Ground outdoor antennas. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the Monitor, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70-1984, provides information
about proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

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When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service
technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or
those that have the same
characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result
in additional damage to the unit.
Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this Monitor, ask the
service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the Monitor
is in a safe operating condition.
If you make adjustments yourself,
adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions.
Adjusting other controls may result in
damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the Monitor to
normal.
Only use the specified batteries.
- This make cause damaged the
Monitor or could give an electric
shock.
Do not place anything containing
liquid on top of the Monitor.
- This may cause a fire or could give an
electric shock.
In case of smoke or strange smell
from the Monitor, switch it off, unplug
it from the wall outlet and contact
your dealer or service center.
- This may cause a fire or could give an
electric shock.
The distance between eyes and the
screen should be about 5~7 times as
long as diagonal length of the screen.
- If not, eyes will strain.
When moving the Monitor assembled
with speakers do not carry holding
the speakers.
- This may cause the Monitor to fall,
causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the
Monitor.
Avoid having a fixed image remain
on the screen for a long period of
time. Typically a frozen still picture
from a VCR, 4:3 picture format or if
a CH label is present; the fixed
image may remain visible on the
screen.

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OSD Key Function
To change the CHANNEL,
Press key first and change the CHANNEL with , keys.
To change the VOLUME,
Press key first and change the VOLUME with , keys.
VOL/CH /
Turn the PDP on and off.
Power On/Off
Select the signal source from multiple input sources such as TV, SCART 1, SCART 2, S-Video / AV,
Component1, Component2, PC and DVI.
INPUT SELECT
Input Source Select
UP
DOWN (See the box below.)
Power (Stand By)
Status / Power Indicator LED
Remote Sensor
OSD key & Function
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OSD Key Position
<Front Panel>

Overview Of Your New PDP
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Back Panels and Jacks
<Back panel of the monitor>
•Refer to the next page for port descriptions.
RS-232C Only for service.
DVI For PC, Set top box.
Speakers PC/DVI Audio Input.
D-Sub (PC) For PC, Set top box.
Component 1, 2 For DVD, Set top box.
Speakers To connect speakers (2CH, Stereo) only 8 ohm!
SCART 1 (Euroconnector) For VCR, DVD, Set top box.
SCART 2 (Euroconnector) For VCR, DVD, Set top box.
S-Video For DVD, Set top box, S-VHS.
AV output To connect other TV or monitor.
AV Input For VCR, DVD, Set top box.
TV Antenna For TV antenna cable. (Air)
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