LG DV556-P Manual

The LG DV556-P is a portable DVD player featuring a 5.6-inch LCD screen, built-in stereo speakers, headphone jack, AV output, USB port, SD card slot, and rechargeable battery. It supports DVD, CD, MP3, JPEG, and DivX formats. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Playing Media 8. Accessibility Features 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 5.6-inch LCD screen, built-in stereo speakers, Remote Control, Headphone jack, AV OUT jacks, USB port, SD card slot.

FeatureDescription
LCD Screen5.6-inch TFT LCD display
Built-in SpeakersStereo sound output
Headphone jackFor private audio listening
AV OUT jacksComposite video and L/R audio outputs
USB portFor USB flash drive media playback
SD card slotFor SD card media playback
DC IN jackFor power adapter connection
OPEN/CLOSEEjects disc from tray
PLAY/PAUSEStarts or pauses playback
POWERTurns player on/off

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable surface.

  1. Charge battery: Connect AC adapter to DC IN jack and wall outlet.
  2. Connect headphones: Plug into headphone jack for private listening.
  3. Connect to TV: Use AV OUT cables to connect to TV's AV input.
  4. Insert media: Load disc into tray or connect USB/SD card.

WARNING! Do not expose to extreme temperatures. Keep away from moisture.

First-Time Setup

Power on player; follow on-screen prompts.

  1. Set language: In SETUP menu, select preferred language.
  2. Adjust screen: Use SETUP menu for brightness, contrast, etc.
  3. Set audio: Configure sound mode (Stereo, Virtual Surround).
  4. Parental controls: Set rating limit if needed (default password 0000).

CAUTION! Handle with care; avoid dropping the unit.

Specifications

Controls and Settings

Access OSD via SETUP button. Front Panel: POWER, OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP.

Remote: POWER, Numeric buttons, OPEN/CLOSE, MENU, SETUP, VOLUME, MUTE, NAVIGATION arrows.

Picture: BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT. Audio: Sound mode (Stereo, Virtual Surround), EQ settings. Setup: Language, TV aspect (16:9, 4:3), parental control (password 0000). Media: File browser for USB/SD, slideshow for photos.

Connecting Devices

Headphones: Headphone jack. TV: AV OUT to TV's AV input. USB/SD: Direct connection.

  1. Turn off player before connecting.
  2. Match cables to ports (e.g., AV cables to AV OUT).
  3. Select source via SOURCE button (Disc, USB, SD).

Tip: Ensure TV is set to correct AV input channel.

Playing Media

Supports DVD, CD, USB, SD card media.

  1. Insert disc: Press OPEN/CLOSE, load disc into tray.
  2. Play: Press PLAY; navigate with arrows or numeric buttons.
  3. Stop: Press STOP; eject with OPEN/CLOSE.
  4. Skip: PREV/NEXT for chapters/tracks.
  5. Repeat: Press REPEAT for chapter/track/all repeat.
  6. Zoom: Press ZOOM to magnify/reduce.
  7. Photo slideshow: For JPEG files, press SLIDESHOW.
  8. Last memory: Resumes play from stop point.

WARNING! Do not force disc tray; keep fingers clear.

Accessibility Features

Subtitle: Enable in DVD menu (On/Off). Parental Controls: Block by movie rating in SETUP menu (password 0000).

Care & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning. Use dry, soft cloth; no liquids or chemicals.

CAUTION! Do not spray liquids; avoid abrasive cleaners.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. Copyright © LG Electronics Inc. Macrovision: Incorporates copy protection technology. For support, visit www.lg.com or contact 1-800-243-0000.

Troubleshooting

SymptomPossible CauseCorrective Action
No powerBattery/adapterCharge battery; check adapter connection.
No soundVolume/muteAdjust volume; check mute; ensure headphones not plugged in.
Disc not readingDisc/dirty lensClean disc; try another disc; clean lens with approved cleaner.
USB/SD not detectedFormat/compatibilityEnsure FAT32 format; check file compatibility.
Remote not workingBatteries/obstaclesReplace batteries; point at IR sensor; remove obstacles.

Reset: Use reset button on bottom if available.

Service: 1-800-243-0000; www.lg.com

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