LG PB56 Series User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
PLASMA TV
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
PB56**
P/NO : MFL67982103 (1406-REV05)
Printed in Korea
www.lg.com
*MFL67982103*

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LICENSES / OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE
LICENSES
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The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Denition Multimedia Interface, and the
HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC
in the United States and other countries.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX®is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a
subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an ofcial DivX Certied®device that
has passed rigorous testing to verify that it plays DivX video. Visit divx.
com for more information and software tools to convert your les into DivX
video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certied®device must be
registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies.
To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device
setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete
your registration.
“DivX Certied®to play DivX®video up to HD 1080p, including premium
content.”
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To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licenses, that is contained in
this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.
In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices
are available for download.
LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost
of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request
to [email protected]. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you purchased
the product.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product.
WARNING
yDo not place the TV and/or remote control
in the following environments:
- A location exposed to direct sunlight
- An area with high humidity such as a
bathroom
- Near any heat source such as stoves
and other devices that produce heat
- Near kitchen counters or humidifiers
where they can easily be exposed to
steam or oil
- An area exposed to rain or wind
- Near containers of water such as vases
Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric
shock, malfunction or product deformation.
yDo not place the product where it might
be exposed to dust.
This may cause a fire hazard.
yMains Plug is the TV connecting/
disconnecting device to AC mains electric
supply. This plug must remain readily
attached and operable when TV is in use.
yDo not touch the power plug with wet
hands. Additionally, if the cord pin is wet
or covered with dust, dry the power plug
completely or wipe dust off.
You may be electrocuted due to excess
moisture.
yMake sure to connect Mains cable to
compliant AC mains socket with Grounded
earth pin. (Except for devices which
are not grounded on earth.) Otherwise
possibility you may be electrocuted or
injured.
yInsert power cable plug completely into
wall socket otherwise if not secured
completely into socket, fire ignition may
break out.
yEnsure the power cord does not come into
contact with hot objects such as a heater.
This may cause a fire or an electric shock
hazard.
yDo not place a heavy object, or the
product itself, on power cables.
Otherwise, this may result in fire or electric
shock.
yBend antenna cable between inside and
outside building to prevent rain from
flowing in.
This may cause water damaged inside the
Product and could give an electric shock.

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yWhen mounting TV onto wall make sure
to neatly install and isolate cabling from
rear of TV as to not create possibility of
electric shock /fire hazard.
yDo not plug too many electrical devices
into a single multiple electrical outlet.
Otherwise, this may result in fire due to
over-heating.
yDo not drop the product or let it fall over
when connecting external devices.
Otherwise, this may result in injury or
damage to the product.
yKeep the anti-moisture packing material or
vinyl packing out of the reach of children.
Anti-moisture material is harmful if
swallowed. If swallowed by mistake, force
the patient to vomit and visit the nearest
hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can
cause suffocation. Keep it out of the reach
of children.
yDo not let your children climb or cling onto
the TV. Otherwise, the TV may fall over,
which may cause serious injury.
yDispose of used batteries carefully
to ensure that a small child does not
consume them. Please seek Doctor-
Medical Attention immediately if child
consumes batteries.
yDo not insert any metal objects/conductors
(like a metal chopstick/cutlery/screwdriver)
between power cable plug and input Wall
Socket while it is connected to the input
terminal on the wall. Additionally, do not
touch the power cable right after plugging
into the wall input terminal. You may be
electrocuted. (Depending on model)
yDo not put or store inflammable
substances near the product. There is a
danger of combustion/explosion or fire due
to careless handling of the inflammable
substances.
yDo not drop metallic objects such as
coins, hair pins, chopsticks or wire into
the product, or inflammable objects such
as paper and matches. Children must
pay particular attention. Electrical shock,
fire or injury can occur. If a foreign object
is dropped into the product, unplug the
power cord and contact the service centre.
yDo not spray water on the product or
scrub with an inflammable substance
(thinner or benzene). Fire or electric shock
accident can occur.

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yDo not allow any impact, shock or any
objects to fall into the unit, and do not
drop anything onto the screen.
You may be injured or the product can be
damaged.
yNever touch this product or antenna
during a thunder or lighting storm.
You may be electrocuted.
yNever touch the wall outlet when there is
leakage of gas, open the windows and
ventilate.
It may cause a fire or a burn by a spark.
yDo not disassemble, repair or modify the
product at your own discretion.
Fire or electric shock accident can occur.
Contact the service centre for check,
calibration or repair.
yIf any of the following occur, unplug the
product immediately and contact your
local service centre.
- The product has been impacted by
shock
- The product has been damaged
- Foreign objects have entered the
product
- The product produced smoke or a
strange smell
This may result in fire or electric shock.
yUnplug the TV from AC mains wall socket
if you do not intend to use the TV for a
long period of time. Accumulated dust
can cause fire hazard and insulation
deterioration can cause electric leakage/
shock/fire.
yApparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
yDo not install this product on a wall if it
could be exposed to oil or oil mist. This
may damage the product and cause it to
fall.
CAUTION
yInstall the product where no radio wave
occurs.
yThere 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.
yDo not install the product on places such
as unstable shelves or inclined surfaces.
Also avoid places where there is vibration
or where the product cannot be fully
supported. Otherwise, the product may
fall or flip over, which may cause injury or
damage to the product.

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yIf you install the TV on a stand, you need
to take actions to prevent the product from
overturning. Otherwise, the product may
fall over, which may cause injury.
yIf you intend to mount the product to a
wall, attach VESA standard mounting
interface (optional parts) to the back of the
product. When you install the set to use
the wall mounting bracket (optional parts),
fix it carefully so as not to drop.
yOnly use the attachments / accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
yWhen installing the antenna, consult
with a qualified service technician. If not
installed by a qualified technician, this
may create a fire hazard or an electric
shock hazard.
yWe recommend that you maintain a
distance of at least 2 to 7 times the
diagonal screen size when watching TV.
If you watch TV for a long period of time,
this may cause blurred vision.
yOnly use the specified type of battery.
This could cause damage to the remote
control.
yDo not mix new batteries with old
batteries. This may cause the batteries to
overheat and leak.
yBatteries should not be exposed to
excessive heat. For example, keep away
from direct Sunlight, open fireplace and
electric heaters.
yDo not place non-rechargeable batteries
in charging device.
yMake sure there are no objects between
the remote control and its sensor.
ySignal from Remote Control can be
interrupted due to external/internal lighting
eg Sunlight, fluorescent lighting.If this
occurs turn off lighting or darken viewing
area.
yWhen connecting external devices such
as video game consoles, make sure the
connecting cables are long enough.
Otherwise, the product may fall over,
which may cause injury or damage the
product.
yDo not turn the product On/Off by
plugging-in or unplugging the power plug
to the wall outlet. (Do not use the power
plug for switch.)
It may cause mechanical failure or could
give an electric shock.
yPlease follow the installation instructions
below to prevent the product from
overheating.
- The distance between the product and
the wall should be more than 10 cm.
- Do not install the product in a place with
no ventilation (e.g., on a bookshelf or in
a cupboard).
- Do not install the product on a carpet or
cushion.
- Make sure the air vent is not blocked by
a tablecloth or curtain.
Otherwise, this may result in fire.

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yTake care not to touch the ventilation
openings when watching the TV for long
periods as the ventilation openings may
become hot. This does not affect the
operation or performance of the product.
yPeriodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates
damage or deterioration, unplug it,
discontinue use of the appliance, and
have the cord replaced with an exact
replacement part by an authorized
servicer.
yPrevent dust collecting on the power plug
pins or outlet.
This may cause a fire hazard.
yProtect the power cord from physical or
mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,
kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or
walked upon. Pay particular attention to
plugs, wall outlets, and the point where
the cord exits the appliance.
yDo not press strongly upon the panel
with a hand or sharp object such as nail,
pencil or pen, or make a scratch on it, as
it may cause damage to screen.
yAvoid touching the screen or holding
your finger(s) against it for long periods
of time. Doing so may produce some
temporary or permanent distortion/
damage to screen.
yWhen cleaning the product and its
components, unplug the power first
and wipe it with a soft cloth. Applying
excessive force may cause scratches or
discolouration. Do not spray with water
or wipe with a wet cloth. Never use glass
cleaner, car or industrial shiner, abrasives
or wax, benzene, alcohol etc., which can
damage the product and its panel.
Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric
shock or product damage (deformation,
corrosion or breakage).
yAs long as this unit is connected to the
AC wall outlet, it is not disconnected from
the AC power source even if you turn off
this unit by SWITCH.
yWhen unplugging the cable, grab the
plug and unplug it, by pulling at the plug.
Don’t pull at the cord to unplug the power
cord from the power board, as this could
be hazardous.
yWhen moving the product, make sure
you turn the power off first. Then, unplug
the power cables, antenna cables and all
connecting cables.
The TV set or power cord may be
damaged, which may create a fire hazard
or cause electric shock.
yWhen moving or unpacking the product,
work in pairs because the product is
heavy.
Otherwise, this may result in injury.

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yContact the service centre once a year to
clean the internal parts of the product.
Accumulated dust can cause mechanical
failure.
yRefer 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.
yIf the product feels cold to the touch, there
may be a small “flicker” when it is turned
on. This is normal, there is nothing wrong
with product.
yThe panel is a high technology display
product with resolution of two million to six
million pixels. You may see tiny black dots
and/or brightly coloured dots (red, blue or
green) at a size of 1 ppm on the panel.
This does not indicate a malfunction and
does not affect the performance and
reliability of the product.
This phenomenon also occurs in third-
party products and is not subject to
exchange or refund.
yYou may find different brightness and
colour of the panel depending on your
viewing position(left/right/top/down).
This phenomenon occurs due to the
characteristic of the panel. It is not related
with the product performance, and it is not
malfunction.
yDisplaying a still image (e.g., broadcasting
channel logo, on-screen menu, scene
from a video game) for a prolonged
time may cause damage to the screen,
resulting in retention of the image, which
is known as image sticking. The warranty
does not cover the product for image
sticking.
Avoid displaying a fixed image on your
television’s screen for a prolonged period
(2 or more hours for LCD, 1 or more hours
for Plasma).
Also, if you watch the TV at a ratio of 4:3
for a long time, image sticking may occur
on the borders of the panel.
This phenomenon also occurs in third-
party products and is not subject to
exchange or refund.
yGenerated Sound
“Cracking” noise: A cracking noise that
occurs when watching or turning off the TV
is generated by plastic thermal contraction
due to tempera-ture and humidity. This
noise is common for products where
thermal deformation is required. Electrical
circuit humming/panel buzzing: A low level
noise is generated from a high-speed
switching circuit, which supplies a large
amount of current to operate a product. It
varies depend-ing on the product.
This generated sound does not affect the
performance and reliability of the product.

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
NOTE
yImage shown may differ from your TV.
yYour TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.
yThe available menus and options may differ from the input source or product model that you
are using.
yNew features may be added to this TV in the future.
yThe TV can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. And the
TV should be turned off if it will not be watched for some time, as this will reduce energy
consumption.
yThe energy consumed during use can be significantly reduced if the level of brightness of the
picture is reduced, and this will reduce the overall running cost.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local
dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual
product and item.
CAUTION
yDo not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and product life span.
yAny damages or injuries by using unapproved items are not covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
ySome models have a thin film attached on to the screen and this must not be removed.
Remote control,
batteries (AAA)
Owner’s manual Ferrite core
(Depending on model)
Stand Screws
3 EA, M5 x L25
Stand Screws
4 EA, M4 x L14
Power Cord
Stand Body / Stand Base Stand Sticker
(Depending on model)

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NOTE
yThe items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.
yProduct specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to
upgrade of product functions.
How to use the ferrite core
- If there are two ferrite cores, follow as shown in Figures 1.
- If there are three ferrite cores, follow as shown in Figures 1 and 2-1(or 2-2).
1 Use the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic interference in the power cable.
Wind the power cable on the ferrite core once.
2 Use the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic interference in the component Y, Pb, Pr, L,
R cable & AV cable. Place the ferrite core close to the TV.
[Cross Section of
Ferrite Core]
(Black)
[to an External
device]
[to the TV]
10 mm(+ / - 5 mm)
[Figure 2-2]
yFor an optimal connection, HDMI cables and USB
devices should have bezels less than 10 mm
thick and 18 mm width. Use an extension cable
that supports USB 2.0 if the USB cable or USB
memory stick does not fit into your TV’s USB port. A
B
A
B
*A 10 mm
*B 18 mm
Separate purchase
Separate purchase items can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification.
Contact your dealer to buy these items. These devices only work with certain models. The model
name or design may be changed depending on the upgrade of product functions, manufacturer’s
circumstances or policies.
LG Audio Device
[to a wall plug] [to the TV]
[Figure 1] [Cross Section of
Ferrite Core]
(Black)
Place the ferrite core close to the TV and a wall plug.
Wind the component Y, Pb, Pr, L, R cable & AV cable on the ferrite core once.
[to an External
device]
[Figure 2-1]
[to the TV]
10 mm(+ / - 5 mm)
Wind the PC audio cable on the ferrite core once.