thank u all for the concern.. i did send a mail to LG yesterday n they've replied that the matter's been taken up with their Kochi LG branch office.. dont know wat nxt but nyway, as has been suggested by u friends i'm sticking on for a new set.. the dealer is telling they'll get back to me in 2 days time, not sure wat that's about.. and as said earlier all i wanted was a proper new LD460, not feelin like going 4 another set now jus because of this issue.. n as a friend had mentioned in a previous post, taking the 80FR, the LD650 or the 2k refund would be like acceptin a bribe.. also, the dealer has categorically stated that they wont be refunding the money taking the set back, have to get an alternative model from the same shop..