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Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. To view the instructions of advanced features, visit http://www.lg.com and then download Owner’s Manual. Some of the content in this manual may differ from your unit.
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Front Panel Subwoofer Connection Place the wireless subwoofer near the sound bar and Microphone follow steps below. a Connect the power cord of the sound bar and the wireless subwoofer to the outlet. b Turn on the sound bar. The sound bar and wireless subwoofer will be automatically connected.
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TV Connection Network Connection Connect the sound bar and TV using Optical ( ) or HDMI ARC ( ). Optical Connection a Connect the sound bar to the TV using Optical cable. b Set up [External Speaker (Optical)] on your TV a Check network condition.
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How to Use “Google Assistant” When connect to Wi-Fi, this app may Make sure the unit is connected to Wi-Fi. request to create a Google Account. You will need a Google account to use this app. Case 1. Say “Hey Google” “Google Home”...
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You can manage the speaker settings and control the Internet speaker by using “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” . “What movies are showing this weekend?” Download “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” on the App Store or Google Play Store. “Why is the sky blue?” “What is the smallest country in Europe?”...
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Remote control Additional Information Replacement of Battery Power Refer to the main label. requirements Power Refer to the main label. consumption Approx. Dimensions 1443.0 mm x 63.0 mm x (W x H x D) 146.0 mm (with foot) (56.8 inch x 2.5 inch x 5.7 inch) Bus Power 5 V 0 500 mA Supply (USB)
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For models using an adapter CAUTION Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device. Do not use a power supply from another device or another manufacturer. Using any other power cable or RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN power supply may cause damage to the device and void your warranty.
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LGE Open Source Software Notice This product from LG Electronics, Inc. contains the open source software detailed below. Please refer to the indicated open source licenses (as are included following this notice) for the terms and conditions of their use.
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Copyright (c) 1996-2008 Jean Tourrilhes The source code for the above may be obtained free of charge from LG Electronics, Inc. at http://opensource.lge.com. LG Electronics, Inc. will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
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Attribution This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group. This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/) Apache-2.0 Apache License Version 2.0, January 2004 http://www.apache.org/licenses/ TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE, REPRODUCTION, AND DISTRIBUTION “Licensor”...
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Getting Started Safety Information NOTICE: For safety marking information including product identification and supply ratings, please refer to the main label on the bottom or the other surface CAUTION of the product. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION concerning the Power Cord DO NOT OPEN The Power Plug is the disconnecting device.
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Getting Started Symbols Refers to alternating current (AC). Refers to direct current (DC). Refers to class II equipment. Refers to stand-by. Refers to “ON” (power). Refers to dangerous voltage.
– Surround sound – How to Affix the Ferrite Core Connecting to your TV – Using an OPTICAL cable – LG Sound Sync – Using an HDMI cable – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function – eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function –...
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– NOTES to use wireless command – NOTES to release Demo mode – Available voice commands “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” Appendix – Installing “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” App Using a BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology File requirement – About BLUETOOTH Trademarks and licenses – BLUETOOTH profiles Specifications –...
Getting Started Introduction Symbol used in this manual Note Indicates special notes and operating features. > Caution Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.
Input source / Function Display Wi-Fi WI-FI Bluetooth Optical OPT/HDMI ARC e-ARC LG Sound Sync (Wired) HDMI IN 1 HDMI1 HDMI IN 2 HDMI2 You can use Bluetooth function after making Wi-Fi network connection by using Google Home app. (Volume) - Adjusts volume level.
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Getting Started - Enables Google Assistant to receive your voice commands. To cancel it, press again. (Page 36) Remote sensor Google Assistant LED - Changes LED status according to Google Assistant performance. Status Description All four LEDs are on. Ready to listen to your voice command.
Getting Started Rear panel USB Port - Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit. OPTICAL IN - Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV. HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) - Connect the HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV.
Getting Started Remote control Replacement of Battery Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert the battery with 4 and 5 matched correctly. Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 1 (Standby) - Switches the unit ON or OFF.
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Getting Started SOUND EFFECT - Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT. On Display Description Analyzes the property of the input sound and provides the AI SOUND PRO sound optimized for the content in real time. Reinforces the bass and powerful sound. BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ STANDARD You can enjoy premium sound with MERIDIAN technology.
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Getting Started (Sound tuning) - Adjusts sound level of each speaker. Select the speaker you want to adjust by using and adjust the sound level by using VOL o/p . Adjusting rear speakers level is applied only when the rear speakers are connected. See the page 13 for more information of speakers.
Getting Started Speakers position Center speaker Front speakers Top speakers Side speakers Subwoofer Rear speakers You can enjoy surround sound by using Wireless Rear Speaker kit. Wireless Rear Speakers Kit sold separately (SPK8-S).
Getting Started > Caution Installing the sound bar y For best performance of wireless connection such as Bluetooth or wireless subwoofer, You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the do not install the unit on Metallic furniture other device: TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
Getting Started Mounting the unit on a Preparation materials Unit wall > Caution Wall bracket install guide y Do not install this unit upside down. It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause Wall bracket of personal injury. y Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid Screws any impact to the unit.
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Getting Started 1. Match the TV’ s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket 5. Put the unit on the brackets to match screw install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to holes on the bottom of the unit. the position. 2.
IPv4 and IPv6, the network automatically connects to IPv4 or IPv6 when connecting to the network. You can check the each network status by selecting the settings of My Speakers ([Settings]>[IP Info.]) on the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app.
Connecting Launch the app to connect Wi-Fi 3. When the speaker is properly connected to Wi-Fi, “CONNECTED” will appear on the display window Make sure your smart device Wi-Fi feature is turned with sound. on. Once a connecting operation is performed, it does Note not need to be performed again.
Connecting Organizing cables (Optional) You can organize the cable with cable ties. 1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown below. 2. Tighten cable ties. Note y After all connections are completed, you can arrange cables as needed. y Cable ties are not provided.
Connecting Wireless subwoofer Manually pairing wireless subwoofer When your connection is not completed, you can and rear speaker (Sold check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve Separately) connection the problem, follow the steps below. 1.
Connecting Note Rear speakers connection (Sold y It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) Separately) for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make Connecting the rear speakers sounds. y The closer the main unit and the subwoofer, 1.
Connecting > Caution Manually pairing wireless receiver y Use the speaker supplied with this unit When your connection is not completed, you can only. Using any other speaker may cause see the red LED on the wireless receiver and rear malfunction.
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Connecting Surround function ON Output Sound Effect Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST 5.1 Ch BASS BLAST+ 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch...
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Connecting Surround function OFF Output Sound Effect Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST 5.1 Ch BASS BLAST+ 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch Dolby...
Connecting Note How to Affix the Ferrite Core y If there is a strong electromagnetic wave Ferrite core may not be provided depending on each product nearby, interference may occur. Put nation’ s regulations. the main unit and wireless receiver away from there.
Using an OPTICAL cable compatible with the LG TV that supports LG Sound Sync. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo is on your 1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an Controllable function by LG TV’...
Using an HDMI cable LG Sound Sync with wired connection If you connect this unit to a TV that supports HDMI 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an CEC and ARC (Audio Return Channel), you can optical cable.
HDMI OUT of the unit. Some functions of this unit are controlled by the eARC (Enhanced Audio Return TV’ s remote control when this unit and LG TV’ s with Channel) function SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.
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HDMI cable (length is controls. generally limited to 4.5 m (15 ft)). * Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+ y You cannot change the video resolution in (Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips), the HDMI1/HDMI2 mode. Change the video etc.
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Connecting Optional equipment connection DOLBY ATMOS® What is DOLBY ATMOS®? Dolby Atmos gives you amazing experience you’ve never before by overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound. DTS:X® What is DTS:X®? In the real world, sound is all around us, moving freely in any direction.
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Connecting HDMI IN connection OPTICAL IN connection You can enjoy the sound from the external device Connect an optical output jack of external devices to which is connected to HDMI IN (1) or HDMI IN (2) the OPTICAL IN jack. jack on this unit.
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Connecting USB connection Optional equipment connection You can enjoy both sound and picture from the Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the external device you connect. back of the unit. Note It is recommended that you purchase a USB gender separately for the convenience of USB insertion and extraction.
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Connecting USB device requirement Playable file y Devices which require additional program Sampling Frequency installation connected to a computer, are not MP3: within 32 to 48 kHz supported. OGG: within 32 to 48 kHz y Do not extract the USB device while in operation. AAC: within 32 to 48 kHz y For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a...
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Connecting Note y Folders and files on the USB are recognized as below. : Folder *ROOT : File y If there is no file in a folder, the folder will not appear. y File will be played from file to file one by one.
Operating Note USB operation y The resume point may be cleared when you pull out the power cord or removing the USB device from the unit. 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port. y Repeat/Random playback operates as follows. 2.
Then the speaker is activated and ready to receive your voice commands. Google. For more information, visit the below web site. y Set up, Usage and more: http://support.google. com/assistant/answer/7540703 y Compatible LG appliance models: Visit http://www.lg.com and then search the information...
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Operating Note Voice command y After connecting to Wi-Fi, this function is 1. Time available to use. If Google Assistant LED “What time is it?”, “What time is it now?”, “What (White) blinks, the speaker is not connected time is it in Spain?” to Wi-Fi.
Operating Reference site for Google Assistant Help Set up the Google Assistant on your https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7538816 speakers Listen to music https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7539710 Play music on your TV or speakers https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7539867 Play TV shows & movies https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7539991 Control smart home devices https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7540703 Create a shopping list https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7540969 Buy items on your shopping list https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7384588#speaker...
You have to say voice commands in English. LG TV y Available TV: Web OS version 4.5 or later TV (LG TV models released after 2019 years) Volume up on LG TV Volume of your LG TV y Available voice commands might be revised increases.
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Operating Sound Bar Commands Action Turn off LG sound bar Turns off your LG Sound Bar. Power off LG sound bar Wi-Fi network Changes to the Wi-Fi function. BLUETOOTH Changes to the BT (Bluetooth) function. OPTICAL Changes to the Optical function.
1. Tap the Apple “App Store” icon or “Google Play Store” icon. You should connect to Wi-Fi by using “Google Home” 2. Type in “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” in the search bar and app prior using this app. (Page 18) tap “Search” .
Operating Using a BLUETOOTH Listening to Music of a BLUETOOTH Device Wireless Technology Before you start the pairing procedure, make sure that the Bluetooth feature on your smart device is turned on. Refer to your Bluetooth device’ s user About BLUETOOTH guide.
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When one Bluetooth device has connected y If the LG TV is turned off, this sound bar will to this unit, another device cannot find and enter “READY” (Bluetooth ready) mode.
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Operating Using Voice command to connect BLUETOOTH If the speaker has paired to a Bluetooth device before, you can use “Google Assistant” to connect Bluetooth. Say “Connect”, “Connect to Bluetooth” or “Hey Bluetooth” . To disconnect it, say “Cancel”, “Unpair devices” or “Clear all devices”...
When the TV is off, this sound bar switches to the is set to [External speaker]. Networked standby mode. y This function does not operate on LG TV’ s Note magic remote control. y After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER...
CEC supported device is turned on. If you want to use the auto function change, turn off SIMPLINK function on your LG TV. It takes for about 30 seconds to turn off SIMPLINK.
Operating Standby mode Reset the Speaker The speaker switches to the standby mode if there is If the speaker doesn’t respond, reset the speaker. no music playback or no button operation. Press and hold the > on the unit until you hear the beep sound once.
Check connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player. function does not work. y Check the state of SIMPLINK on your LG TV and turn off SIMPLINK. y Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate.
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Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them. sound of the unit is low. y Switch the state of DRC function to [OFF] by using “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” . y With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting on TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
Troubleshooting Network Symptoms Cause & Solution Cannot connect the y The wireless communication may be interrupted from household devices that speaker to your home are using radio frequencies. Move the speaker away from them. network. y Check your router. Try turning it off and back on. y Check that the Wi-Fi feature is turned on in your smart device.
Troubleshooting NOTES to use wireless Symptoms Cause & Solution This device may have y Wireless may not operate normally in weak signal area. wireless interference. y Please install the device close enough to wireless subwoofer. y Do not install the device on metal furniture for optimum performance. Bluetooth device may y When any part of your body contact the transceiver of the Bluetooth device malfunction or make...
Bluetooth y Depending on the types of file or ways of SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG recording, it may not play back. Electronics is under license.
Appendix Specifications General Power requirements Refer to the main label on the unit. Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit. Approx. 1443.0 mm x 63.0 mm x 146.0 mm (with foot) Dimensions (W x H x D) (56.8 inch x 2.5 inch x 5.7 inch) Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
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Appendix Wireless subwoofer Power requirements Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Power consumption Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Type 1 Way 1 Speaker Impedance 3 Ω Rated Input Power 220 W RMS Max. Input Power 440 W RMS Approx.
Appendix Handling the Unit Important Information Relating to Network When shipping the Unit Services Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum All information, data, documents, communications, protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, packed at the factory.
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If you permit a child to use your LG Smart TV to If any part of these Terms of Use is found to be access the Services, you are solely responsible for...
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.