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LG SJ3 User Manual
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MODEL
SJ3 (SJ3, SPJ4B-W)
*MFL69740046* Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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1 Getting Started
Getting Started2
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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.
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Getting Started
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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 power supply ratings,
please refer to the main label on the bottom or the
other surface of the product.
This device is equipped with a portable battery or
accumulator.
Safety way to remove the battery from the
equipment: Remove the old battery or battery pack,
follow the steps in reverse order than the assembly.
To prevent contamination of the environment and
bring on possible threat to human and animal health,
the old battery or the battery put it in the appropriate
container at designated collection points. Do not
dispose of batteries or battery together with other
waste. It is recommended that you use local, free
reimbursement systems batteries and accumulators.
The battery should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, re or the like.
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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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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
2 Safety Information
6 Unique features
6 Introduction
6 – Symbols used in this manual
7 Remote control
8 Front panel
8 Rear panel
9 About LED condition
10 Installing the sound bar
2 Connecting
11 Wireless subwoofer connection
12 Connecting to your TV
12 – Using an OPTICAL cable
12 – LG Sound Sync
14 Optional equipment connection
14 – OPTICAL IN connection
14 – PORT. IN connection
15 – USB connection
15 – Compatible USB devices
15 – USB device requirement
16 – Playable file
3 Operating
17 Basic operations
17 – USB operation
17 Other operations
17 – Turn off the sound temporarily
17 – Using your TV remote control
18 – Auto power down
18 – AUTO POWER On/Off
19 – Auto function change
20 Using BLUETOOTH® technology
20 – Listening to music stored on the Bluetooth
devices
22 Using BLUETOOTH App
22 – Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
Your BLUETOOTH Device
22 – Activate Bluetooth with
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
24 Sound adjustment
24 – Setting the surround mode
24 – Adjust the woofer level settings
24 – Night mode
4 Troubleshooting
25 Troubleshooting
25 – General
26 – NOTES to use wireless
27 – NOTES to release Demo mode
5 Appendix
28 Trademarks and licenses
29 Specifications
30 Maintenance
30 – Handling the unit
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Getting Started
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Unique features
Auto power down
This unit supports to turn off by itself for saving
energy consumption.
Portable In
Listen to music from your portable device.
(MP3 player, Notebook, Smart phone, etc..)
LG Sound Sync
Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
control of your LG TV that is compatible
with LG Sound Sync.
BLUETOOTH®
Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device.
USB playback
Listens to music stored on your USB device.
Introduction
Symbols used in this manual
, Note
Indicates special notes and operating features.
> Caution
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.
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Getting Started
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Remote control
Replacement of battery
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote
control, and insert battery with and matched
correctly.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 (Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF
F : Selects the function and the input source.
ASC : Analyzes the property of input sound and
provides the sound optimized for the content in real
time.
STANDARD : Selects standardized sound.
CINEMA : Selects cinematic surround sound.
VOL o/p : Adjusts speaker volume.
(Mute) : Mutes the sound.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • • • • • •
C/V (Skip/Search) :
- Skips Fast backward or Forward.
- Searches for a section within a le.
dM (Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
NIGHT ON/OFF :
- Turns on or off Night mode.
- Controls this unit using TV remote. (Refer to the
page 17.)
WOOFER LEVEL o/p : Adjusts sound level of
subwoofer.
AUTO POWER ON/OFF :
- Turns on or off AUTO POWER function. (Refer to
the page 18.)
- Turns on or off the Bluetooth connection lock
function. (Refer to the page 21.)
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Getting Started
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A 1/! (Standby/On)
B F (Function)
Selects the function and input source.
C p/o (Volume)
Adjusts volume level.
D Standby LED
It lights up in red on standby mode.
E Remote sensor
F Function LED
G Speakers
Front panel
Rear panel
A PORT.IN : Portable input
B OPTICAL IN : Optical input
C USB
A B C
D E F
GG
B
AC
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Getting Started
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About LED condition
LED Condition Description
OPTICAL LED turns on. OPTICAL function is selected.
OPTICAL LED blinks twice and
turns on.
LG Sound Sync (Optical) function is
selected.
USB LED turns on. USB function is selected.
USB LED blinks. Paused USB playback.
Bluetooth LED turns on. Paired with Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth LED blinks. Waiting for Bluetooth connection.
USB and Bluetooth LEDs turn
on. PORTABLE function is selected.
OPTICAL and USB LEDs turn
on.
LG Sound Sync (Wireless) function is
selected.
yWhen you press any button, standby LED (Red) on the main unit blinks.
yWhen you press (Mute) button, standby LED (Red) blinks slowly.
yWhen this unit reaches minimum volume, standby LED (Red) turns on for 2 seconds and blinks slowly.
yWhen this unit reaches maximum volume, standby LED (Red) turns on for 2 seconds.
yWhen you press volume (o/p) button continually, standby LED (Red) blinks quickly.
, Note
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Installing the sound bar
You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the
other device : TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the
device you want. (Refer to pages 12 - 16)
yFor best performance of wireless connection
such as Bluetooth or wireless subwoofer,
do not install the unit on Metallic furniture
because wireless connection communicates
through a module positioned on the bottom
of the unit.
yBe careful not to make scratches on the
surface of the Unit / Subwoofer when
installing or moving them.
> Caution
2 Connecting
Connecting 11
Connecting
2
Wireless subwoofer
connection
LED indicator of wireless subwoofer
LED Color Status
Green
(Blink)
Attempting to make
connection.
Green The connection is completed.
Red The wireless subwoofer
is in standby mode or the
connection is failed.
Off (No display) The power cord of wireless
subwoofer is disconnected.
Setting up the wireless subwoofer for
the first time
1. Connect the power cord to the subwoofer and
plug the power cord into a power outlet.
2. Turn on the main unit : The sound bar and wireless
subwoofer will be automatically connected.
- Green LED on the rear of wireless subwoofer
turns on.
Manually pairing wireless subwoofer
When your connection is not completed, you can
check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the
wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve
the problem, follow the steps below.
1. Press Pairing button on the rear of the wireless
subwoofer.
- The green LED on the rear of the wireless
subwoofer blinks quickly.
2. Turn on the main unit.
3. Pairing is completed.
- The green LED on the rear of the wireless
subwoofer turns on.
yIt takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the main unit and the subwoofer to
communicate with each other and make
sounds.
yThe closer the main unit and the subwoofer,
the better sound quality. It is recommended
to install the main unit and the subwoofer as
close as possible and avoid the cases below.
- There is a obstacle between the main unit
and the subwoofer.
- There is a device using same frequency
with this wireless connection such as
a medical equipment, a microwave or a
wireless LAN device.
- Keep the sound bar and the subwoofer
away from the device (ex. wireless router,
microwave oven, etc.) over 1m to prevent
wireless interference.
!P
, Note
Connecting12
Connecting
2
Connecting to your TV
Using an OPTICAL cable
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an
OPTICAL cable.
Optical
cable
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL by
pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
yBefore connecting the optical cable, be sure
to remove the protection plug cover if your
cable has the cover.
yYou can enjoy the TV audio through the
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV
models, you must select the external speaker
option from the TV menu. (For details,
reference your TV user manual.)
ySet up the sound output of TV to listen to
the sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [External speaker (Optical)]
yDetails of TV setting menu vary depending
on the manufacturers or models of your TV.
, Note
LG Sound Sync
You can control some functions of this unit by your
TV's remote control with LG Sound Sync.
It is compatible with an LG TV that supports
LG Sound Sync. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo
on your TV.
Controllable function by LG TV's remote control :
Volume up/down, Mute
Refer to the TV's instruction manual for the details
of LG Sound Sync.
Make one of the following connections, depending on
the capabilities of your equipment.
yYou can also use the remote control of this
unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you use TV's
remote control again, the unit synchronizes
with the TV.
yWhen the connection fails, make sure of the
condition of the TV and power.
yMake sure of the condition of this unit and
the connection in the cases below when using
LG Sound Sync.
- The unit is turned off.
- Changing to a different function.
- Disconnecting the optical cable.
- Disconnecting the wireless connection
caused by interference or a distance.
yThe amount of time to turn off this unit is
different depending on your TV when you set
AUTO POWER function to ON.
yDetails of TV setting menu vary depending on
the models of your TV.
, Note
Connecting 13
Connecting
2
With wired connection
1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an
optical cable.
Optical
cable
2. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Optical)]
3. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote
control or 1/! on the unit.
4. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing
F button on the remote control or unit repeatedly.
With wireless connection
1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote
control or 1/! on the unit.
2. Select the input source to LG TV by pressing
F button on the remote control or unit repeatedly.
3. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Wireless)]
If you turned off the unit directly by pressing 1
on the remote control or 1/! on the unit., LG
Sound Sync (Wireless) will be disconnected. To
use this function again, you should reconnect
the TV and the unit.
, Note
Connecting14
Connecting
2
Optional equipment
connection
OPTICAL IN connection
Connect an optical output jack of external devices to
the OPTICAL IN jack.
To the digital
optical output jack of
external device
Optical
cable
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack of your external device.
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL by
pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
3. Listen to sound.
Before connecting the optical cable, be sure to
remove the protection plug cover if your cable
has the cover.
, Note
PORT. IN connection
MP3 player, etc...
Portable
cable
Listening to music from your portable
player
The unit can be used to play the music from many
types of portable players or external devices.
1. Connect the portable player to the
PORTABLE IN connector of the unit by using 3.5
mm stereo cable.
2. Select the input source to PORTABLE by
pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
3. Turn on the portable player or external device and
start playing it.
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Connecting
2
USB connection
Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the
back of the unit.
For more information of playing les on a USB, refer
to the page 17.
Removing the USB Device from the unit.
1.
Choose a different function/mode
.
2. Remove the USB device from the unit.
Compatible USB devices
yMP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.
yUSB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB 1.1.
yThe USB function of this unit does not support
some USB devices.
USB device requirement
yDevices which require additional program
installation connected to a computer, are not
supported.
yDo not extract the USB device while in operation.
yFor a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a
few minutes to be searched.
yTo prevent data loss, back up all data.
yThis unit is not supported when the total number
of les is 1000 or more.
yThe unit’s USB Port can not be connected to PC.
The unit can not be used as a storage device.
yThe exFAT le system is not supported on this
unit. (FAT16/FAT32 systems are available.)
yDepending on some devices, it may not available to
recognize the followings on this unit.
- External HDD
- Card readers
- Locked devices
- Hard type USB devices
- USB hub
- Using USB extension cable
- iPhone/iPod/iPad
- Android device
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Connecting
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Playable file
Sampling Frequency
MP3 : within 32 to 48 kHz
WMA : within 32 to 48 kHz
Bitrate
MP3 : within 80 to 320 kbps
WMA : within 56 to 128 kbps
yMaximum les : Under 999
yMaximum directories : Under 99
yA protected le by DRM (Digital rights
management) cannot be played on the unit.
yVideo les in the USB storage device can not be
played.
yDepending on the performance of your USB
device, playback may not work well.
yFolders and les on the USB are recognized
as below.
A
: File
: Folder
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
a
c
b
d
yFile will be played from le $A to le $J
one by one.
yFiles will be played in order recorded and it
may be different depending on the record
circumstances.
yYou can't see a folder or le through this unit.
, Note
3 Operating
Operating 17
Operating
3
Basic operations
USB operation
1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Select the input source to USB by
pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
To Do this
Playback Press dM.
Pause During playback, press dM.
Skip to the next/
previous le
During playback, press V on
the remote control to go to the
next le.
Playing less than 2 seconds,
press C on the remote
control to go to the previous
le.
Playing after 3 seconds, press
C on the remote control to
go to the beginning of the le.
Search for a
section within a
le
Press and hold C/V
during playback and release it
at the point you want to listen
to.
Resume
playback
This unit memorizes a current
song which is played before
changing the function or
turning off the unit.
yThe resume point may be cleared when you
pull out the power cord or removing the USB
device from the unit.
yIf the USB function is not working, check the
USB function is selected.
yWhen you pause the USB playback, USB LED
on the main unit blinks.
, Note
Other operations
Turn off the sound temporarily
Press (Mute) to mute your unit. To cancel it, press
(Mute) again on the remote control or change
the volume level.
Using your TV remote control
You can control some functions of this unit by your
TV remote control even by other company’s product.
Controllable functions are volume up/down and
mute.
Press and hold NIGHT ON on the remote control for
about 2 seconds.
To turn off this function, press and hold NIGHT OFF
about 2 seconds.
ySupported TV brands
LG Panasonic Philips Samsung
Sharp Sony Toshiba Vizio
yMake sure that the sound output of your TV
is set to [External speaker].
yDepending on the remote control, this
function may not work well.
yThis function does not operate on LG TV's
magic remote control.
, Note
Operating18
Operating
3
Auto power down
This unit will turn itself off to save electric
consumption if the main unit is not connected to
an external device and has not been used for 15
minutes.
This unit also turns off after six hours if the Main
unit has been connected to another device using the
analog input. (Ex : Portable, etc..)
How to disconnect the wireless
network connection or the wireless
device
Set up the AUTO POWER ON/OFF function to off
and turn off the unit.
AUTO POWER On/Off
This unit automatically turns on by an input source :
Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth.
When you turn on your TV or an external device
connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input
signal and select the suitable function. You can hear
the sound from your device.
If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this
unit turns on and the unit will be connected your
Bluetooth device.
This function turns on or off you press
AUTO POWER ON/OFF.
yAfter the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
function, it will be automatically turned off if
there is no signal for a certain period of time
from the external device.
yIf you turned off the unit directly, it cannot
be turned on automatically by AUTO POWER
function. However the unit can be turned on
by AUTO POWER function when optical signal
comes in after 5 seconds of no signal.
yDepending on the connected device, this
function may not operate.
yIf you disconnect Bluetooth connection by
this unit, some Bluetooth devices try to
connect to the unit continually. Therefore it is
recommended to disconnect the connection
before turn off the unit.
yWhen you turn on this unit for the rst time,
Auto Power function is turned on status.
yTo use this function, the main unit must be
registered in paired devices list of Bluetooth
device.
yYou can set the AUTO POWER function only
when this unit is turned on.
, Note
Operating 19
Operating
3
Auto function change
This unit recognizes input signals such as Optical,
Bluetooth, LG TV and Portable and then changes
suitable function automatically.
When optical signal comes in
When you turn on the external device connected
to this unit by an optical cable, this unit change the
function to optical. You can hear the sound from your
device.
When you try to connect Bluetooth
device
When you try to connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit, Bluetooth function is selected. Play your
music on the Bluetooth device.
When LG TV signal comes in
When you turn on your LG TV connected by LG
Sound Sync (Wireless connection), this unit changes
the function to LG TV. You can hear the sound from
your TV.
When connect a Portable device
When you connect your portable device using a
portable cable, this unit changes the function to
Portable. You can hear the music from your device.
yTo change to optical function, it needs
5 seconds of no signal.
yIf the Bluetooth connection lock function
is set, Bluetooth connection will be only
available on Bluetooth and LG TV function.
(Refer to the 21 page.)
, Note
Operating20
Operating
3
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, MP3 player,
Notebook, etc..
yVersion : 4.0
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 Profile)
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. Select the input source to Bluetooth by pressing
F button on the remote control or unit repeatedly.
-Bluetooth LED will blink.
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 SJ3 (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 SJ3 (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
3. When this unit is successfully connected with
your Bluetooth device, Bluetooth LED will turn
on.
4. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Operating 21
Operating
3
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 it may not work well in the cases
below :
- There is a 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.
yYou should connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit again when you restart it.
yThe sound may be interrupted when the
connection interfered by the other electronic
wave.
yYou may not control the Bluetooth device
with this unit.
yPairing is limited one Bluetooth device per
one unit and multi-pairing is not supported.
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, MP3 player, 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 far from the unit.
yWhen Bluetooth connection is disconnected,
connect the Bluetooth device to the unit
again.
yWhen the unit is not connected with
Bluetooth device, Bluetooth LED will blink.
yWhen you connect a Bluetooth device
(iOS device etc.) to this unit or operate the
device, the volume level can be synchronized
between the two devices.
yYou can control a Bluetooth device using
C/V (Skip) and dM (Play/Pause)
buttons on the remote control.
, Note BLUETOOTH connection lock (BT lock)
You can limit Bluetooth connection to only
Bluetooth and LG TV function to prevent unintended
Bluetooth connection.
Press and hold AUTO POWER ON on the remote
control for about 2 seconds to turn on this function.
To turn off this function, press and hold AUTO
POWER OFF on the remote control for about 2
seconds
Even if you set up Bluetooth connection lock
to On, this sound bar turns on by Auto Power
function. Turn off Auto Power function to
prevent it.
, Note
Operating22
Operating
3
Using BLUETOOTH App
yOnly Android OS is available to use “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app with this unit.
yAdditional data charges may occur if installed
over 3G/4G, according to your device plan.
, Note
About “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app brings a suite of new
features to this unit.
To enjoy more features, you are recommended to
download and install free “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app.
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
App onto Your BLUETOOTH
Device
There are two ways to install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app onto your Bluetooth device.
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
through QR code
1. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app through QR
code. Use the scanning software to scan the QR
code.
2. Tap an icon for installation.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device
has a scanning software application. If you
don’t have one, download one from “Google
Android Market (Google Play Store)”.
yDepending on the area, QR code may not
work.
, Note
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
through “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”
1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play
Store)” icon.
2. In the search bar, type in the “Music Flow
Bluetooth” and search it.
3. In the search result list, find and tap “Music Flow
Bluetooth” to start downloading Bluetooth app.
4. Tap an icon for installation.
5. Tap an icon for downloading.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device is
equipped with “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”.
, Note
Activate Bluetooth with
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app helps to connect your
Bluetooth device to this unit.
1. Tap “Music Flow Bluetooth” app icon on the home
screen to open “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, and
go to the main menu.
2. If you want to get more information to operate,
tap [Setting] and tap [Help] menu.
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Operating
3
y“Music Flow Bluetooth” app will be available
in the software version as follow;
- Android O/S : Ver 4.0.3 (or later)
yIf you use “Music Flow Bluetooth” app for
operation, there would be some differences
between “Music Flow Bluetooth” app and
the supplied remote control. Use the supplied
remote control as necessary.
yDepending on the Bluetooth device,
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app may not work.
yAfter connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, music may be output from your device.
In this case, try connecting procedure again.
yIf you operate the other applications or
change the settings on your Bluetooth
device while using “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, “Music Flow Bluetooth” app may operate
abnormally.
yWhen “Music Flow Bluetooth” app operates
abnormally, check your Bluetooth device and
the connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
and then try to connect again.
yDepending on the smart phone's operating
system, you have some differences for “Music
Flow Bluetooth” operation.
yEven though Bluetooth connection will
be disconnected, you can use “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app when you change the
function.
yAdditional features offered by "Music Flow
Bluetooth" app may not work depending on
distance the between this unit and Bluetooth
device and wireless conditions.
, Note
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Operating
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Sound adjustment
Setting the surround mode
This system has a number of pre-set surround sound
fields. You can select a desired sound mode by using
each sound mode button.
Sound effect Description
ASC
(Adaptive Sound
Control)
Analyzes the property of input
sound and provides the sound
optimized for the content in
real time.
STANDARD You can enjoy optimized sound.
CINEMA You can enjoy more immersive
and cinematic surround sound.
yIn some of sound effect mode, some speakers,
there’s no sound or low sound. It depends on
the mode of sound and the source of audio, it
is not defective.
yYou may need to reset the sound effect
mode, after switching the input, sometimes
even after the sound le changed.
, Note
Adjust the woofer level settings
You can adjust the sound level of woofer by pressing
WOOFER LEVEL o/p button.
When the subwoofer level reaches maximum
or minimum, standby LED (Red) on the main
unit turns on for 2 seconds.
, Note
Night mode
This function is useful when you want to watch
movies at low volume late at night. Set Night mode
to On to reduce the sound intensity and improve
neness and softness.
Press NIGHT ON/OFF button to turn on or off night
mode.
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Troubleshooting
4
Troubleshooting
General
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
The unit does not
work properly.
yTurn off the power of this unit and the connected external device
(TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplier, etc.) and turn them on again.
yDisconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device
(TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplier, etc.) and then try connecting again.
yPrevious setting may not be saved when device power is shut off.
No Power
yThe power cord is unplugged.
Plug in the power cord.
yCheck whether electricity failed.
Check the condition by operating other electronic devices.
No sound
yIncorrect input source is selected.
Check the input source and select the correct input source.
yThe mute function is activated.
Press (Mute) or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.
yWhen you are using connection with an external device
(set top box, Bluetooth device etc.), adjust volume level of the device.
No woofer sound
yThe power cord of woofer is not connected.
Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
yPairing between the unit and woofer gets disconnected.
Connect the unit and woofer. (Refer to the page 11.)
The remote control
does not work
properly.
yThe remote control is too far from the unit.
Operate the remote control within about 7 m.
yThere is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.
Remove the obstacle.
yThe batteries in the remote control is exhausted.
Replace the batteries with new one.
The AUTO POWER
function does not
work.
yCheck connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player or
Bluetooth device.
yDepending on the connected device, this function may not operate.
LG Sound Sync does
not work.
yCheck whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.
yCheck connection of LG Sound Sync (Optical or wireless).
yCheck sound setting of your TV and this unit.
The unit does
not connect with
Bluetooth device
yTurn off the Bluetooth connection lock function. (Refer to the page 21.)
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Troubleshooting
4
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
When you feel the
output sound of the
unit is low.
Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them.
yChange Audio DRC setting on connected device setup menu to [OFF] state.
yWith the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting on
TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
yWith the sound bar connected with Player, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT
setting on Player Setup Menu from [PCM] to [PRIMARY PASS-THROUGH] or
[BITSTREAM].
yMake sure Night Mode is not On. Turn [OFF] Night Mode.
NOTES to use wireless
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
This device may have
wireless interference.
yWireless may not operate normally in weak signal area.
yPlease install the device close enough to wireless subwoofer.
yDo not install the device on metal furniture for optimum performance.
Bluetooth device may
malfunction or make
noise in the following
cases.
yWhen any part of your body contact the transceiver of the Bluetooth device or
sound bar.
yWhen there is an obstacle or wall or the device is installed in a secluded spot.
yWhen there is a device(a wireless LAN, a medical equipment or a microwave) using
same frequency, make the distance between the products as far away as possible
each other.
yWhen to connecting the device to the Bluetooth device, make the distance
between the products as close as possible each other.
yWhen the device gets too far from the Bluetooth device, the connection is
disconnected and also malfunction may occur.
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Troubleshooting
4
NOTES to release Demo mode
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
Can not change input source with F button such as
BT (Bluetooth) etc. and All the function LEDs are
turned on.
yUnplug the power cord and plug it in again. If that
doesn’t work, press and hold F button (About 15
seconds) on the main unit until the function LED
indicates current selected function.
Remote Control does not work. (No response)
5 Appendix
Appendix28
Appendix
5
Trademarks and licenses
All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing
Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol
together are registered trademarks, and DTS
Digital Surround is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS,
Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are 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.
Appendix 29
Appendix
5
Specifications
General
Power requirements Refer to main label.
Power consumption
Refer to main label.
Networked standby : 0.5 W
(If all network ports are activated.)
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 950 mm x 71 mm x 47 mm
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %
Bus Power Supply 5 V 0 500 mA
Available Digital Input Audio
Sampling Frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Available Digital Input Audio format Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround, PCM
Inputs
OPTICAL IN (Digital audio in) 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1
PORT. IN (Portable in) 0.32 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo jack) x 1
Amplier (RMS Output power)
Total 300 W RMS
Front 50 W RMS x 2 (4 Ω at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Subwoofer 200 W RMS (3 Ω at 80 Hz, 10% THD)
Wireless subwoofer
Power requirements Refer to main label on the subwoofer.
Power consumption Refer to main label on the subwoofer.
Type 1 Way 1 Speaker
Impedance 3 Ω
Rated Input Power 200 W RMS
Max. Input Power 400 W RMS
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 171 mm x 320 mm x 252 mm
yDesigns and specications are subject to change without prior notice.
Appendix30
Appendix
5
Maintenance
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.
