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LG PJ3 User Manual
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MODELS
PJ3 PJ3B
*MFL69905110* Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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1 Getting Started
Getting Started2
Getting Started
1
Safety Information
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This lightning ash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
product.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the
apparatus.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
conned space such as a book case or similar unit.
CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around
this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This product may
malfunction due to electrical shock.
CAUTION: No naked ame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from over heating.
The openings shall be never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surface. This product shall not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instruction has been adhered to.
Getting Started 3
Getting Started
1
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
The Power Plug is the disconnecting device. In case
of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily
accessible.
Check the specication page of this owner’s manual
to be certain of the current requirements.
Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets,
loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed
power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation
are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result
in electric shock or re. Periodically examine the
cord of your device, and if its appearance indicates
damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of
the device, and have the cord replaced with an exact
replacement part by an authorized service center.
Protect 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 device.
NOTICE: For safety marking information including
product identication and supply ratings, please refer
to the main label on the bottom or the other surface
of the product.
CAUTION when using this product in environments
of low humidity
yIt may cause static electricity in environments of
low humidity.
yIt is recommended to use this product after
touching any metal object which conducts
electricity.
Getting Started4
Getting Started
1
This device is equipped with a portable battery or
accumulator.
How to Safely remove the batteries or the
battery pack from the equipment: To Remove the
old batteries or battery pack, follow the assembly
steps in reverse order. To prevent contamination of
the environment and bring on possible threat to
human and/or animal health, the old batteries or the
battery pack must be put in an appropriate container
at designated collection points. Do not dispose
of batteries or battery pack together with other
waste. It is recommended that you use local, free
reimbursement systems batteries or battery packs,
(may not be available in your area). The batteries or
the battery pack should not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
Symbols
~Refers to alternating current (AC).
0Refers to direct current (DC).
Refers to class II equipment.
1Refers to stand-by.
!Refers to “ON” (power).
Refers to dangerous voltage.
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1
2
3
4
1 Getting Started
2 Safety Information
6 Unique features
6 Introduction
7 Speaker
2 Operating
8 Connecting the AC Adapter
8 – Checking the charging status
9 – Checking Battery status
10 Basic Operations
10 – Using power button
10 – Bluetooth Connection
10 – Bluetooth LED status
11 – Simple Operation Guide
12 Handsfree Function
13 Listening to Music from Your External Device
14 Using BLUETOOTH® technology
14 – Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
16 Multi Pairing
17 Dual Play Connection (Optional)
18 Other Operation
18 – Resetting
18 – Notice for Auto Power Off
3 Troubleshooting
19 Troubleshooting
4 Appendix
20 Trademarks and Licenses
20 Handling the Unit
21 Specifications
Table of Contents
Getting Started6
Getting Started
1
Unique features
Auto power down
This unit supports to turn off by itself for saving
energy consumption. (Page 18)
Portable In
Listen to music from your portable device.
(Smart phone, Notebook, etc..)
BLUETOOTH®
Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device.
Dual Play (Optional)
You can enjoy the sound in stereo by using two
speakers. For enjoying Dual play, you need to
purchase another speaker.
(Available PJ series model : 3, 8, 9)
Introduction
Symbol used in this manual
, Note
Indicates special notes and operating features.
> Caution
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.
Water-proof (IPX7)
This speaker is water-proof according to IPX7.
IPX7 is a Water-proof up to 1 meter for 30
minutes. Speaker is water-proof wireless
speaker but it can be damaged.
Avoid the cases below.
yDo not use unit under water or other liquid.
yWhen battery is charging, do not expose the
unit to water.
yWhen exposed to water, wipe off it with a
soft dry cloth.
yPorts are not water-proof. When you want
a water-proof effect, close the port cover
securely from left to right as follows.
> Caution
Getting Started 7
Getting Started
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Speaker
b
i
c
j
d
g
k
e h
lm n
o
f
a
a
Microphone
b
Power LED
c
Bluetooth LED
d
Dual Play LED
e
1
Turns On / Off : Press it.
f
j
- Adds a Bluetooth device for multi pairing.
(Press and hold j)
- Changes to Bluetooth mode in portable mode.
(Press j)
* When you connect the portable cable, the
function is changed to portable in mode
g
p : Turn down the volume.
h
o : Turn up the volume.
i
T
- Starts, pauses or skip playback on the
Bluetooth mode. (Page 11)
- Receives a call on the Bluetooth device.
(Page 12)
- Mutes the sound on the portable.
j
Connects two speakers for dual play.
(Page 17)
k
Battery LED
l
Reset hole
m
USB port for charging
n
Portable In connector
Listens to music from your portable device.
o
Port cover
Because the button of speaker is not touch
system, press button to use speaker.
, Note
2 Operating
Operating8
Operating
2
Connecting the
AC Adapter
This speaker uses built-in battery. Before using it,
charge the battery by connecting the AC Adapter.
1. Connect the supplied USB cable to the AC
adapter.
2. Connect the USB cable to USB port of the
speaker.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
(Not supplied)
If the battery is fully charged in charging mode,
Battery LED is changed from red to green. After
15 seconds, Battery LED turns off.
AC adapter is not supplied.
It is recommended that you use the 5 V AC
adapter approved by LG Electronics Inc. (more
than 1.8 A) with this unit because of danger of
explosion. If you do not use the recommended
adapter, charging is unavailable or charging time
may differ.
> Caution
Checking the charging status
When speaker's battery is charging, you can check
the charging status by Battery LED .
LED Description
Green Of
f
Red
Battery is fully charged.
Green Of
f
Red
Battery is charging.
yOperating time is approx. 10 hours. (Based
on fully charged the battery and continuous
playback using 50 % volume level.)
It may vary depending on the battery status
and operational conditions.
yIf you listen to the music while charging, it will
take longer to charge.
yWhen the speaker is not charging by
overheating, Battery LED turn on red and
amber alternately. And charging is stopped.
yIf the Battery LED turns off, the speaker's
battery is fully charged.
, Note
Operating 9
Operating
2
Checking Battery status
If the power turned on, you can check the charging
status by pressing any button on the speaker or
changing function. Then Battery LED light will change
depending on battery charging status.
LED Description Status
Green
Amber
Red
Battery LED turns
on green.
70 %
15 %
15 %
Green
Amber
Red
Battery LED turns
on amber.
70 %
15 %
15 %
Green
Amber
RedBattery LED blinks
in red with the
sound.
70 %
15 %
15 %
If the speaker is connected your smartphone,
you can check the battery status by the
smartphone. It may vary from actual battery
capacity. (Only iOS devices).
, Note
Operating10
Operating
2
Basic Operations
Using power button
Power On / Off
Press the
1
button.
Bluetooth Connection
LG PJs(XX)
Play the desired music on the Bluetooth device. After
pairing, you can control playback using the buttons
on the unit. (page 11, 14-15)
Bluetooth LED status
Check the Bluetooth LED blinks before connecting
Bluetooth device.
LED Status Description
Bluetooth LED
blinks with the
sound.
Searching for
Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth LED
turns on with the
sound.
Bluetooth device
is connected.
Once pairing is performed, it does not need to
be done again even if you turn off this unit.
, Note
Operating 11
Operating
2
Simple Operation Guide
Function How to Status
Power On Press the
1
button. Power LED turns on with the sound.
Power Off Press the
1
button. Power LED turns off with the sound.
Bluetooth pairing
When Bluetooth LED blinks, select
LG PJs (XX) from device list on your
Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth LED turns on with the
sound.
Play / Pause Press T. -
Forward skip Press T twice. -
Backward skip Press T three times. -
Handsfree Press T. Receive and disconnect a call.
Volume control Press p or o.
When this unit reaches minimum
volume or maximum volume, you can
hear beep sound.
Dual play (optional) Press and hold the button
for 2 seconds
Dual Play LED turns on with the sound.
In Dual Play mode, the multi
pairing connection is not
supported. (page 17)
, Note
Multi pairing Press and hold j for 2 seconds to add
another Bluetooth device.
During the search for another device,
the Bluetooth LED blinks. After pairing,
Bluetooth LED stays in white with the
sound.
Bluetooth and woofer
connection Initialization Press and hold j for 7 seconds. Power and Bluetooth LED blinks
4 times.
Operating12
Operating
2
Handsfree Function
You can receive incoming call on your Bluetooth
device to this unit. Connect the unit to a Bluetooth
device.
Function How to
Receive a call. Press T.
Reject a call. Press and hold T
End the call. Press T.
yOnly smartphone is available to use this
function.
yTo adjust the call volume, press p, o
buttons on the unit.
yIn Dual Play mode, you can receive a call on
only primary speaker due to audio howling.
(Page 17)
yWhen an incoming call, it might ring the built-
in ringtone depending on some of Bluetooth
device. (ex. iOS devices)
yIn multi pairing mode, you can receive only
one of the connected devices call on speaker.
(page 16)
yIf connect the call between multi paired
Bluetooth device, hands free is working
incorrectly. (page 16)
yIf you change portable mode on Bluetooth
connection status, you can use this function.
yTo use this mode, some of Bluetooth device
needs to be changed to speaker mode on call
mode. (ex. iOS devices)
, Note
Operating 13
Operating
2
Listening to Music from
Your External Device
The unit can be used to listen to the music from
many types of external device.
(Not supplied)
1. Connect the external device to the Portable In
connector of the unit.
2. Turn the power on by pressing
1
button.
3. Turn the external device on and start playing.
yWhen you connect the portable cable, the
function is changed to portable in mode
automatically.
yIn Portable mode, speaker limits Bluetooth
connection to prevent unintended Bluetooth
connection.
, Note
Operating14
Operating
2
Using BLUETOOTH®
technology
About BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for
short range connection.
The sound may be interrupted when the connection
interfered by the other electronic wave or you
connect the Bluetooth in the other rooms.
Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth
wireless technology does not incur any charges.
A mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection
was made via Bluetooth wireless technology.
yAvailable Devices : Smart phone, Notebook, etc.
yVersion : 4.2
yCodec : SBC
BLUETOOTH Profiles
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain profiles.
This unit is compatible with following profile.
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Prole)
Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
Pairing your unit and BLUETOOTH
device
Before you start the pairing procedure, make sure the
Bluetooth feature is turned on in to your Bluetooth
device. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Once a pairing operation is performed, it does not
need to be performed again.
1. Turn on the unit then Bluetooth LED blinks with
the sound.
2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
pairing operation. When searching for this unit
with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
found may appear in the Bluetooth device display
depending on the type of Bluetooth device. Your
unit appears as “LG PJs (xx)”.
3. Select “LG PJs (xx)”.
yXX means the last two digits of
Bluetooth address. For example, if your
unit has a Bluetooth address such as
9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, you will see “LG PJs (08)”
on your Bluetooth device.
yDepending on the Bluetooth device type,
some device have a different pairing way.
Enter the PIN code (0000) as needed.
, Note
4. When this unit is successfully connected with
your Bluetooth device, Bluetooth LED will turn
on with the sound.
5. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Operating 15
Operating
2
Controls connected Bluetooth device
You can control connected Bluetooth device from
the unit; play, pause, skip.
yOnly Android OS and iOS is available to use
this function.
yThis function may not be supported
depending on the Bluetooth device, or
operated differently.
, Note
yWhen using Bluetooth technology, you have
to make a connection between the unit and
the Bluetooth device as close as possible and
keep the distance.
However you may experience issues in the
cases below :
- There is an obstacle between the unit and
the Bluetooth device.
- There is a device using same frequency
with Bluetooth technology such as a
medical equipment, a microwave or a
wireless LAN device.
yIf Bluetooth connection does not work
well, go to step 1 of “Pairing your unit and
BLUETOOTH device” and try again.
yThe sound may be interrupted when the
connection interfered by the other electronic
wave.
yDepending on the type of the device, you may
not be able to use the Bluetooth function.
yYou can enjoy Bluetooth function using
Smart phone, Notebook, etc..
yThe more distance between the unit and the
Bluetooth device, the lower the sound quality
becomes.
yBluetooth connection will be disconnected
when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth
device gets too far from the unit.
yWhen Bluetooth connection is disconnected,
connect the Bluetooth device to the unit
again.
yWhen you connect Bluetooth device (iOS
device etc.) to this unit or operate the device,
the volume level can be synchronized with
each other.
yWhen the unit is not connected, Bluetooth
LED will blink.
, Note
Operating16
Operating
2
Multi Pairing
The unit can be connected to two Bluetooth devices
at the same time.
Pairing with Two Devices
1. Connect the unit to a Bluetooth device.
2. When the Bluetooth device and unit are
connected, press and hold j button for 2 seconds.
Then Bluetooth LED blinks with the sound. The
unit is changed to multi pairing mode.
3. Select "LG PJs (XX)" from device list on another
Bluetooth device. Then the speaker is connection
with two Bluetooth devices.
4. When connection of two Bluetooth devices are
successful, Bluetooth LED will turn on.
yWhen you use Dual Play mode, the multi
pairing connection is not supported.
yYou can connect this unit with up to
2 Bluetooth devices simultaneously same
method as above description.
yWhen speaker is ready to multi pairing mode,
you need to connect other Bluetooth devices
and speaker within a few minutes (ex. 1 minute).
Otherwise multi pairing mode will be canceled.
yThe multi pairing connection is only supported
on Android devices. (Multi pairing connection
may not be supported depending on the
connected device specications.)
yRemovable/detachable Bluetooth device (Ex
:Dongle etc..) doesn't support multi pairing.
yEven if this unit connected up to 2 Bluetooth
devices, you can play and control music by
using only one of the connected devices.
yAfter multi-pairing connection, it takes a little
time for the music to be played depending on
the Bluetooth devices.
yIn case of multi-pairing, two Bluetooth
device are not supported automatically
connection. Only one Bluetooth device will be
automatically connected speaker. The other
device should be connected manually.
yIf you get out of Bluetooth effective distance
without disconnecting Bluetooth, it takes
a few minutes to connect other Bluetooth
devices. But after power off and on, you can
connect other Bluetooth devices without
waiting.
, Note
Operating 17
Operating
2
Dual Play Connection
(Optional)
You can enjoy the sound in stereo by using two
speakers. For enjoying Dual play, you need to
purchase another speaker.
1. Press and hold the each speaker’s button for
2 seconds. Then the speakers are ready to
Dual play mode.
- Beep sound is heard and Dual Play LED will blink
white fast.
2. If two speakers are connected, blinking Dual Play
LEDs will stay white with beep sound.
- speaker : Primary speaker is to set L (left)
channel and turns on Dual Play LED and
Bluetooth LED.
- speaker : Secondary speaker is set to R
(Right) channel and turns on Dual Play LED.
It takes up to 1minute to connect to dual play.
, Note
3. Play the desired music on the Bluetooth device
or external device.
yUsing Dual play is limited to below model.
- Available PJ series model : 3, 8, 9
yIf you have same PJ model, primary speaker is
decided depending on speaker connection.
(Portable>Bluetooth)
yIf two speakers connections is equal, primary
speaker is decided arbitrarily.
yIf you are not connected to Bluetooth device,
primary speaker's Bluetooth LED blinks.
, Note
yWhen you enjoy Dual Play, the multi pairing or
woofer station connection is not supported.
- Primary speaker ( ) connects only one
Bluetooth device.
yIf you turn the power off and then on again,
two speakers need to be reconnection for
using dual play mode.
yIf the units fail to connect Dual play, go to
step 1 and try again.
yWhen Dual Play connection is on processing,
you cannot search the units on other
Bluetooth devices.
yWhen you disconnect Dual Play connection,
press and hold the buttons for 2 seconds
of one of the two speakers again.
yWhen you enjoy Dual Play, you can adjust the
volume of both primary ( )and secondary ( )
speakers at the same time.
ySecondary speaker ( ) will be disabled
Bluetooth or Portable modes on Dual play
mode.
yTo change the Bluetooth device in Dual Play
mode, press and hold j for 2 seconds to
disconnect current Bluetooth device and
connect the desired Bluetooth device.
yIn Dual Play mode, you can connect only the
primary speaker( ) with the Bluetooth
device.
yWhen you connect Bluetooth device (iOS
device etc.) to this unit or operate the device,
the volume level can be synchronized with
each other.
yIn Dual Play mode, make the distance
between the speakers as close as possible
each other.
yDepending on network environment, the Dual
Play may not work well.
, Note
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Operating
2
Other Operation
Resetting
In case that the unit freezes due to malfunction,
press the reset hole using an object like a thin pin.
Then speaker turns off. Press
1
button to try turning
on speaker again.
Notice for Auto Power Off
When the unit is in Bluetooth mode without music
playback for 15 minutes or in portable input mode
without button operation for 6 hours, this unit is
turned off automatically.
3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 19
Troubleshooting
3
Troubleshooting
Problem Cause & Correction
No Power or power off
after 10 seconds.
yThe battery is discharged. Recharge the battery.
yConnect the unit to the power supply with the AC adapter.
No sound or sound
distortion.
yThe unit or your smart device’s volume is set to minimum. Check and adjust the
volume of the unit or Bluetooth device’s volume.
yWhen you use an external device at high volume, the sound quality may be
deteriorated. Lower the volume of the devices.
yIf you use the unit for purposes other than listening to music, the sound quality
may be lowered or the unit may not work properly.
Bluetooth pairing does
not work well.
ySwitch Bluetooth off and on again on your Bluetooth device, then try pairing
again.
yBe sure your Bluetooth device is on.
yRemove the obstacle in the path of the Bluetooth device and the unit.
yDepending on the type of the Bluetooth device or surrounding environment,
your device may not be paired with the unit.
The unit does not
operate normally.
yIf the battery was fully discharged, the stored Bluetooth information can be
deleted. Previous setting may not be saved when the unit’s power is shut off.
yIn case of malfunction, please use the unit in proper place where the
temperature or humidity is not so high or low.
yIn case of overload, power and Bluetooth LEDs blink white. Please turn the
power off and then on again.
Above solutions do not
work.
yPress the reset hole on speaker using an object like a thin pin. (Page 18)
4 Appendix
Appendix20
Appendix
4
Trademarks and
Licenses
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG
Electronics is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of
their respective owners.
Handling the Unit
When shipping the unit
Please save the original shipping carton and packing
materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum
protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally
packed at the factory.
Keeping the exterior surfaces clean
yDo not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray
near the unit.
yWiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.
yDo not leave rubber or plastic products in contact
with the unit for a long period of time.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the
surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use
strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner,
as these might damage the surface of the unit.
Appendix 21
Appendix
4
Specifications
General
Power requirements 5 V 0 1.8 A (AC adapter)
Built-in rechargeable battery
Power consumption 6 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 83.5 mm X 102.3 mm X 83.5 mm
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C
Operating humidity 5 % to 60 %
Water-proof IPX7
Inputs
PORT. IN 0.5 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo jack)
USB Micro USB port for charging battery
Battery
Battery capacity 1500 mAh
Operating time Approx. 10 hours.
It may vary depending on the battery status and operational conditions.
Charging time Less than 4 hours (with AC Adapter).
It can be varied depending on the conditions of the battery or operation.
yDesign and specications are subject to change without notice.
