Just got an LG42 in TV unpacked it three days ago and it seems great Got home today to a plastic burning smell and it wasn't even on. watched TV for 3 hrs and smell is constant... TV has been off for 1/2 hr and smell is still in room. TV is NOT HOT no apparent problems and I can not see any cause ( no sparks, hot spots, or humming ) SO... what is it ??!!
SOURCE: LG 37LC7D remote doesn't work
Turns out there is a problem with certain LG models made in Mexico during May. Not only did the remote stop working, but the TV started shutting itself on and off randomly. Took it back and exchanged it for a Panasonic. Not putting up with that, LG.
SOURCE: Buzzing and lines with Foxtel
I had this exact same problem, which was continuous pink bands or lines that rolled upwards, as well as a continuous hum or buzz. This problem was isolated to Foxtel; it didn't happen with the DVD. Differently, this problem happened immediately I changed from my really old TV to a new LCD TV. I experimented with the leads (Scart or otherwise) too without change. So I got Foxtel to come and have a look and the guy brought with him what he called an "isolator" which was a small box-shaped thing (about 3inches by 2 inches) that he added to the cable's its exterior connection point. Immediate and complete solution - no more lines or buzz!
SOURCE: LG 42in plasma - Green dots on HDMI channel
Cheers mate, is there anywhere you cold think of that would be able to deal with these kind of problems at all?
SOURCE: plasma burn,
Hey gallagher1,
While what you're seeing may be image burn, it generally only occurs when the same images are displayed on a screen for a prolonged period of time. Static images like letterbox formatting, banner scrolls (from TV stations like CNN), test patterns and the backgrounds from some video games have all been known to cause image burn, but most retail stores should know to take precautions against this kind of damage in their display/open-box models.
To make sure what you're seeing isn't simply the residue from an adhesive sticker or placard, I'd first suggest cleaning the screen with a damp, lint-free (microfiber) cloth. Make sure to wring any excess water out of the cloth before wiping the screen, and never spray water directly onto the screen's surface. You may also want to try using a commercial TV screen cleaning kit, but remember to never use household cleaners like Windex or Goo Gone on the screen as they may cause damage to LCD and plasma displays.
If cleaning doesn't help, this specific model appears to be equipped with a feature called Image Sticking Minimalization (ISM). According to information provided by the manufacturer, you should be able to access this feature by pressing the "Menu" button on your remote control and selecting the "Option" menu. Under "ISM Method" there should be four different options: Normal, White Wash, Orbiter, and Inversion. Each of these methods slightly alters how images are displayed to prevent - and possibly remove - any kind of image burn.
If you're not quite sure how to use these features, you may wish to refer to your owner's manual documentation. You should also be able to find step-by-step instructions on how to use ISM by visiting the following webpage:
http://us.lge.com/download/product/file/1000001026/42PC3D_Manual.pdf
Hope this helps you out.
Sincerely,
Aaron
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SOURCE: Plasma TV smell?
I imagine it is the new silicone grease coatings on the electrical components. These tvs tend to run hot and it should burn off after a few days.
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