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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL LG Wi-Fi Sound Bar Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL SKM6Y (SKM6Y, SPK5B-W) www.lg.com Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Page 2: Getting Started
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. - Page 3 Getting Started Symbols This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. Refers to alternating current (AC). How to Safely remove the batteries or the battery pack from the equipment: To Remove the Refers to direct current (DC). old batteries or battery pack, follow the assembly steps in reverse order.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
– Additional information for HDMI Optional equipment connection – HDMI connection – OPTICAL IN connection – PORTABLE IN connection Network connection – Wired connection – Wireless connection “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” – Installing “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” App Works with the Google Assistant... - Page 5 – Adjust Sound level Standby mode – Standby mode – Network standby mode – Bluetooth standby mode Reset the Speaker Some of the content in this manual may differ from “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app depending on the application’ s version.
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Page 6: Main Features
Symbol used in this manual LG Sound Sync Note Controls volume level of this unit by the remote Indicates special notes and operating features. control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG Sound Sync. > Caution Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages “LG Wi-Fi Speaker”... -
Page 7: Remote Control
Display Wi-Fi WI-FI Optical OPT/HDMI ARC LG Sound Sync (Wired) Bluetooth LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV HDMI IN HDMI Portable PORT. [ (Mute): Mutes the sound. C / V (Skip): Skips Fast backward or Forward. N (Play/Pause): Starts playback. / Pauses playback. -
Page 8: Front Panel
F (Function) on Wi-Fi function. Selects the function and input source. (WI-FI, y White (Staying on): Network connection is OPT/HDMI ARC, BT, LG TV, HDMI, PORT.) completed on Wi-Fi function or the other p / o (Volume) functions are selected. -
Page 9: Rear Panel
Getting Started Rear panel A DC IN (AC adapter input) D LAN port Connect to a router. B OPTICAL IN connector Connect to an optical device. E HDMI IN Connect to device with HDMI OUT. C PORTABLE IN connector Connect portable device. F HDMI OUT (TV ARC) Connect to HDMI IN (ARC) on TV. - Page 10 : (Page 34) Optical, LG TV, Bluetooth or “LG Press AUTO POWER on the remote control Wi-Fi Speaker” app. and then press the button again. Initial setting of this function was set to on.
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Page 11: Installing The Sound Bar
Getting Started Installing the sound bar Mounting the main unit on a wall You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the other device: TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. You can mount the main unit on a wall. Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the device you want. - Page 12 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. 6.
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Page 13: Positioning The Speakers (Optional)
Getting Started Positioning the speakers (Optional) For the best surround sound, place the speakers as shown below. Note The illustration above may differ from actual units. -
Page 14: Connecting
Connecting Organizing cables Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold You can organize the cable with cable ties. Separately) connection 1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown below. 2. Tighten cable ties. Wireless subwoofer connection LED indicator of wireless subwoofer LED Color Status Green... - Page 15 Connecting Note Manually pairing wireless subwoofer y It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) When your connection is not completed, you can for the main unit and the subwoofer to check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the communicate with each other and make wireless subwoofer does not make sound.
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Page 16: Rear Speakers Connection (Sold Separately)
Connecting > Caution Rear speakers connection (Sold y Use the speaker supplied with this unit Separately) only. Using any other speaker may cause malfunction. Connecting the rear speakers y Be sure to match the speaker cable to the 1. Connect the black stripe wire to the terminal appropriate terminal on the components: + marked - (minus) and the other end to the to + and –... -
Page 17: Surround Sound
Connecting Surround sound Manually pairing wireless receiver When your connection is not completed, you can You can enjoy magnificent surround sound for all the see the red LED on the wireless receiver and rear input sound source with rear speakers. speakers are not made sound. - Page 18 Connecting Surround function ON Output Sound Effect Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch 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 DTS VIRTUAL : X 5.1 Ch...
- Page 19 Connecting Surround function OFF Output Sound Effect Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch 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 DTS VIRTUAL : X 5.1 Ch...
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Page 20: How To Affix The Ferrite Core
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. -
Page 21: Connecting To Your Tv
HDMI cable considering the state of the TV. You can control some functions of this unit by your TV’ s remote control with LG Sound Sync. It is Using an OPTICAL cable compatible with the LG TV that is supported LG Sound Sync. - Page 22 LG Sound Sync with wired connection LG Sound Sync with wireless connection 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an optical cable. 1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote control or 1 on the unit.
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Page 23: Using An Hdmi Cable
Some functions of this unit are controlled by the y You can enjoy the TV audio through the TV’ s remote control when this unit and LG TV’ s with speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection. -
Page 24: Additional Information For Hdmi
4.5 m (15 ft)). y You cannot change the video resolution in the * Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+ (Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips), HDMI IN mode. Change the video resolution of the connected component. -
Page 25: Optional Equipment Connection
Connecting Optional equipment OPTICAL IN connection connection Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPTICAL IN jack. HDMI connection You can enjoy the sound from the external device which is connected to HDMI IN jack on this unit. Optical cable To the optical output jack of external device... -
Page 26: Portable In Connection
Connecting PORTABLE IN connection Optional equipment connection You can enjoy both sound and picture from the external device you connect. 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. -
Page 27: Network Connection
IPv4 and IPv6, the network automatically connects to IPv4 or IPv6 when connecting to the network. Modem You can check the each network status Server by selecting the settings of My Speakers ([Settings]>[IP Info.]) on the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app. Router Lan Cable... -
Page 28: Wireless Connection
When the wired connection is unavailable between your sound bar and home router, you can connect it wirelessly. The “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app is required to connect the sound bar wirelessly to the network. Download and install the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app on your smart device. -
Page 29: Installing "Lg Wi-Fi Speaker" App
1. Tap the Apple “App Store” icon or Google “Play Store” icon. home network server 2. Type in “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” in the search bar and You can listen to the music on your smart device and tap “Search” . -
Page 30: Operating
Available Devices: Smart phone, MP3, Notebook, Bluetooth device. etc. Your speaker appears as “LG SKM6Y (XX:XX)” . y Version: 4.0 3. Select the “LG SKM6Y (XX:XX)” . y Codec: SBC, AAC Note... - Page 31 Operating Note 4. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, y This unit supports Bluetooth auto pairing. “PAIRED” [ your device’ s name [ “BT” appears However it does not operate in the case on the display window. below: Note - When you restart this unit.
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Page 32: Bluetooth Connection Lock (Bt Lock)
[External speaker]. y Depending on the remote control, this function may not work well. y This function does not operate on LG TV’ s magic remote control. y This function may not work well when some TV control functions such as HDMI CEC, SIMPLINK and LG Sound Sync set to ON. -
Page 33: Av Sync
Operating AV Sync Auto display Dimmer Mismatches may occur between the sound of the Display window will be darkened automatically if sound bar and the images of your TV. there is no key input for 15 seconds. In the case, this function can adjust the delay time. When you press any button, the display window will be brighten. -
Page 34: Auto Power On/Off
If you disconnect Bluetooth connection by Bluetooth device. this unit, some Bluetooth devices try to When you run the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app and play connect to the unit continually. Therefore it is music on your smart device that has already been... -
Page 35: Auto Function Change
When you turn on your TV or an external device turn off SIMPLINK function on your LG TV. connected by the one among Optical or LG Sound It takes for about 30 seconds to turn off Sync (Optical or Wireless), this sound bar changes SIMPLINK. -
Page 36: Sound Adjustment
Operating Sound adjustment Adjust volume level automatically This unit supports Auto volume function that Setting sound effect automatically adjusts the volume level. When the output sound is too loud or too low, press This system has a number of pre-set surround sound AUTO VOL on the remote control. -
Page 37: Standby Mode
When you turn on the main unit in the Bluetooth standby mode, Bluetooth and LG TV are able to Standby mode connect even if network is not connected. Adjust volume level of the unit to minimum. And Option 1. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Check connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player or function does not work. Bluetooth device. 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. LG Sound Sync does not y Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync. -
Page 39: Network
Is the LAN cable connected to the wireless router and the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” properly? y Connect the LAN cable to the LAN port on the back of the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” and to your wireless router. If you restart the router? y You need to turn the speaker’... -
Page 40: Application
Make sure that your smart device is compatible with the app. y Make sure that the “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app is the latest version. y Make sure that the speaker’ s front LED turns from red to white. -
Page 41: Notes To Release Demo Mode
Troubleshooting NOTES to release Demo mode Symptoms Cause & Solution Can not change input source with F button such Unplug the power cord and plug it in again. as BT (Bluetooth), HDMI etc. and only [DEMO] If that doesn’t work, press and hold / button on the indication is showing in the front display. -
Page 42: Appendix
PC. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG Trademarks and licenses Electronics is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. -
Page 43: Specifications
Appendix Specifications General Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit. Model : DA-38A25 Manufacturer : Asian Power Devices Inc. AC adapter Input : 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz Output : 25 V 0 1.52 A Approx. - Page 44 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 200 W RMS Max. Input Power 400 W RMS Approx.
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Page 45: Handling The Speaker
Appendix Handling the Speaker Important Information Relating to Network When shipping the speaker Services Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the speaker, for All information, data, documents, communications, maximum protection, re-pack the speaker as it was downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, originally packed at the factory. -
Page 46: Terms Of Use
If you do not agree to these Terms amount specified below, but we are not responsible of Use, you may not access or use the LG Software. for any loss or damage that is not foreseeable . - Page 47 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...
- Page 48 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.
- Page 50 OWNER’S MANUAL Wi-Fi Speaker www.lg.com...
- Page 51 Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” – Installing “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” App – Starting with “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app Connecting Connecting the Speaker to your Home Network – Wired connection – Simple Connection – Manual connection Operating Enjoying the Music with “LG Wi-Fi Speaker”...
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Page 52: Getting Started
You can listen to the music on your smart device and 2. Type in “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” in the search bar and home network server. tap “Search” . 3. Select “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” in the search result list Using Chromecast built-in to download. - Page 53 Getting Started Starting with “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app When you launch “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app for the first time, the terms of use and Chromecast Service appear on the screen. 1. Check the contents of terms of use and select [Agree and start].
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Page 54: Connecting
You can check the each network status by selecting the settings of My Speakers ([Settings]>[IP Info.]) on “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app. Lan port of a Speaker 2. You can see the speaker on the screen of your smart device when you open “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app. -
Page 55: Simple Connection
Connecting Simple Connection 2. Then you can see the available speaker to connect. Preparation y For Simple Connection, Wi-Fi network condition is needed. y Make sure that the Bluetooth setting on your smart device in on. y Select WI-FI function by using F on the remote control or F on the speaker. -
Page 56: Manual Connection
Connecting Manual connection 4. If you have a password for your network, the security screen appears on your smart device. When the simple connection is unavailable between Enter your password and tap [Next]. your speaker and smart device, you can connect it manually. - Page 57 Android device. Turn on Wi-Fi setting on your iOS device and choose [LG_Speaker_Setup_XXXX] and then go back to “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app. 4. Enter your password and tap [Next]. Then your smart device is searching for the...
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Page 58: Operating
1. Launch “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app on your smart device. [My Speakers] appears. 2. Tap [ ] button. With “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app, you can play music in your smart device. Note Some of the content in this part may differ from “LG Wi-Fi Speaker”... -
Page 59: Overview Of [My Speakers]
Operating Overview of [My Speakers] Playing a song 1. Select [My Phone] or [Music Server] on the side menu. a [ ] – Connect additional speakers. [ ] – Selects a function of the connected 2. You can see songs on your smart device or music speaker. -
Page 60: Managing A Song
Operating Managing a song Using Playlist You can enjoy music to suit your taste by making On the song list of [My Phone] or [Music Server], tap Playlist. [ ] of the desired song. The pull down menu appears. 1. On the song list of [My Phone] or [Music Server], tap [ ] of the desired song and [Add to playlist]. -
Page 61: Overview Of Playback
Operating Overview of Playback Selecting Sound effect You can select a desired sound mode by tapping [ ]. You can confirm and adjust various information on the playback screen. The displayed items for the equalizer may be different depending on the connected speaker, sound sources and effects. -
Page 62: Settings
Settings Settings of the connected speaker With “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app, you can set the You can set up setting of the connected speaker. connected speaker in your smart device. On [My Speakers] screen, select [ ] to set up the connected speaker settings. - Page 63 [Bluetooth standby mode] – Turns on or off Bluetooth standby mode. [Bluetooth connection restriction] – It enables you to connect Bluetooth device only on Bluetooth or LG TV function. [Sleep timer] – Turns off by itself after the time set. [Reset settings] – Resets the speaker settings except network information.
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Page 64: Settings Of "Lg Wi-Fi Speaker" App
[Learn how to cast] - Shows how to use Chromecast. [Cast Groups] - Select [Learn about Cast Settings of “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app appear. Groups] or [How to cast to a group] to show the selected information. [Chromecast built-in open legal documents]...