LG USE6S Owner's Manual

LG USE6S Owner's Manual

Wi-fi sound bar

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OWNER'S MANUAL
Wi-Fi
SOUND BAR
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future
reference.
Model
USE6S
www.lg.com
2212_Rev01
Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Wi-Fi SOUND BAR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. Model USE6S www.lg.com 2212_Rev01 Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Sound Bar Quick Guide

    Sound Bar Quick Guide Installing and using the Product a Connect the sound bar to your TV via an optical cable or an HDMI cable. HDMI IN HDMI IN OPTICAL (ARC) OPTICAL IN HDMI d TV HDMI 5 V 0 500 mA (eARC / ARC) HDMI OUT A Sound bar...
  • Page 3 C Run the LG Sound Bar app and follow the instructions. D The product will connect to your smartphone and you can control the product with LG Sound Bar app. e Connecting the product to your smartphone via Bluetooth ([ See “Connecting via Bluetooth”...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Using the Product as an Audio System 34 Connecting via Bluetooth 37 Connecting to a USB Storage Device 39 Using the LG Sound Bar app 40 Compatible with Google Assistant 41 Works with Apple AirPlay 42 Spotify Connect 43 Works with Alexa...
  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation Connecting the Product After completing installation, plug the sound bar power cable into an outlet in the following order. a Plug the power cable into the AC adapter. b Connect the AC adapter cable to the DC IN (AC adapter input) terminal on the back of the product. c Plug the power cable connected to the AC adapter into an outlet.
  • Page 6: Connecting With A Smartphone Via Wi-Fi

    Connecting with a Smartphone via Wi-Fi LG Sound Bar app allows you to connect the product to the network and to control the product. Please check the following first. • Do you have a wireless router? - To connect your smartphone and the product via Wi-Fi, you must have a wireless router that is connected to the internet.
  • Page 7 Downloading with a QR code a Scan the QR code below with a QR code scan app. b You will be directed to a page where you can download the LG Sound Bar app. Tap the app to install it. (Android Phone OS)
  • Page 8 Find and tap the LG Sound Bar app installed on your smartphone. b Follow the instructions on the LG Sound Bar app. You will need to agree to the terms of service, Chromecast guide screen, location permission, and Bluetooth permission settings. Turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
  • Page 9 • If you want to check or change the registered home’ s nickname or the product name, connect to the Google Home app and tap the Device Settings button. • You cannot configure or control the product with the LG ThinQ app.
  • Page 10: Resetting The Product

    All LEDs blink white, and all wireless network settings on the product will be cleared. Note • Once you reset the product, you will also need to reconnect the product to the smartphone via Wi-Fi on the LG Sound Bar app.
  • Page 11: Exploring The Product

    • Wi-Fi: Connects the product via Wi-Fi • Bluetooth: Connects the product via Bluetooth • Optical/ARC: Connects the product to a TV that supports an optical cable, ARC, E-ARC, or LG Sound Sync • HDMI: Connects the product to an HDMI input port • USB: Connects the product to a USB storage device...
  • Page 12 d Status LED Options such as input mode and volume light up. ([ See “Status LED” on page 13.) • The status LED can be controlled as auto, off, and on. ([ See “Display” on page 21.) Note • To reduce power consumption, the product will automatically turn off after 15 minutes of no input signal from an external device.
  • Page 13 Status LED On (White, Orange, Blue, Purple, Green, Red) Blink Power on / Power off LED1 blinks red. Volume control • Volume up: The LEDs get brighter and light up one by one. • Volume down: The LEDs get darker and turn off one by one. • The volume reaches maximum, all LEDs blink red.
  • Page 14 Function Wi-Fi ready LED1 blinks white. Wi-Fi LED1 lights up white. Spotify LED1 lights up green when playing music with Spotify. Bluetooth ready LED2 blinks blue. Bluetooth All LEDs light up blue.
  • Page 15 Function OPTICAL/HDMI ARC LED1 and LED2 light up white. HDMI IN LED1 and LED3 light up white. LED2 lights up purple. The other button inputs LED2 blinks red once when you press the button: Sound Effects Information , Up/Down/Left/Right , Play/Pause...
  • Page 16: Back

    Back DC IN Plug in the AC adapter with the product. OPTICAL IN Plug in an optical cable to connect the TV to the product. USB port Plug in a USB storage device to play music with the product. HDMI™ d TV (eARC / ARC) Plug in an HDMI cable to connect the TV to the product.
  • Page 17: Exploring Remote Control

    Exploring Remote Control You can use the remote to control all functions of the product, from turning the power on/off to enabling cinematic sound. Replacement of Battery Use AA 1.5V batteries. Replace the two batteries by inserting them into the remote control in accordance with the directions indicated.
  • Page 18 d Sound Effects Press the button to select the desired sound field. • AI SOUND PRO: Artificial intelligence selects the optimal sound settings to suit your content. • STANDARD: You can enjoy optimised sound. • CINEMA: Play content with 3D sound similar to a movie theater. • CLEAR VOICE PRO: Voice sound clear, improving the quality of voice sound • SPORTS: Realistic sound like in a stadium • MUSIC: You can enjoy better sound optimised for music.
  • Page 19 j Play/Pause If you play or pause a song, press this button. k Settings It allows you to adjust the settings of this product: AUTO POWER, NIGHT TIME, TV REMOTE, DISPLAY. Press Settings button and select the setting by using Left/Right button before you press the Up/ Down button to turn on/off the setting.
  • Page 20: Various Settings For Convenience

    This reduces the general sound volume, but raises the volume of soft and delicate sounds. This is useful when enjoying music or a movie late at night. TV remote The product volume can be adjusted with LG TV Remote control as well as other brands. Functions controllable with a TV remote control Volume, mute on/off...
  • Page 21: How To Change The Settings

    Display The status LED can be controlled as auto, off, and on. Option LED Status Auto Dimmed after 20 seconds of button input. Turned off after 20 seconds of button input. Always on How to change the settings a Press Settings button.
  • Page 22 c While the LED2 is blinking, press Up/Down button. If the setting is on or auto, LED1 blinks white. If the setting is off, LED3 blinks white. (On/Auto) (Off)
  • Page 23: Sound Tuning

    Sound tuning You can adjust the sound level of each speaker and sound tone. a Press Sound Tuning button. The product enters the setting mode and displays the current level of the product. b Press Left/Right button to choose the speaker you want to adjust. c Press Up/Down button to adjust the sound level.
  • Page 24: Voice Feedback Function

    Voice feedback function When you select a function or sound, the current status of the product is guided by voice. (English voice only) Press Information button on the remote control for longer than 5 seconds to turn this function on or off. Note • Voice feedback and sound bar volume level work together up to 30.
  • Page 25: Connecting To The Tv

    Connecting to the TV Connecting with an Optical Cable Transmit your TV’ s audio to the product by connecting it to the TV with an optical cable. You can add a variety of 3D effects to the original audio to fill the room with a deep, rich sound. Watching TV after connecting with an optical cable a If the digital cable terminal has a cover, first remove the covers from both ends.
  • Page 26 You can adjust the volume with the LG TV remote control if the TV is connected to the product with an optical cable. You can only do so on a TV that supports the LG TV Sound Sync function. Check your TV’ s user manual to see if your TV is supported.
  • Page 27: Connecting With An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting with an HDMI Cable You can transmit TV audio to the product by connecting the TV to the product with an HDMI cable. Add a variety of 3D effects to the original audio to fill the room with a deep, rich sound. Watching TV after connecting with an HDMI cable a Using the HDMI cable, connect the HDMI™...
  • Page 28 - Functions controllable with a SIMPLINK-compatible LG TV remote control: Power on/off, volume control, mute on/off, etc. • For more information on how to set up SIMPLINK, consult your LG TV’ s user manual. Note • The SIMPLINK function may not work properly depending on the status of the product or other connected devices.
  • Page 29: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    Connecting via Bluetooth Bluetooth is a technology that wirelessly connects electronic products around you. Connect the product to a TV via Bluetooth and enjoy your TV audio in high quality. Watching TV after connecting it wirelessly a Press the Bluetooth pair button.
  • Page 30: Connecting To An External Device

    Connecting to an External Device Connecting with an HDMI Cable Connect the TV and external device (game console, DVD player, etc.) with an HDMI cable and enjoy a deep and rich sound. Connecting an external device via HDMI A a Connect an external device such as a Set-top box, DVD or Blu-ray player. Following the picture below, connect the HDMI OUT terminal of the device to the HDMI™...
  • Page 31 c Press the Function button repeatedly until LED1 and LED3 light up white. d When the external device is properly connected to the product, you can listen to the sound of the device. Note • Dolby Atmos® or DTS:X® audio supports 3.0 channels. • Please check the audio output settings in the Settings menu of your external device (ex.
  • Page 32 Connecting an external device via HDMI B a Connect an external device such as a Set-top box, DVD or Blu-ray player. Following the picture below, connect the HDMI OUT terminal of the device to the HDMI IN terminal on the TV. b Using the HDMI cable, connect the HDMI™...
  • Page 33: Connecting With An Optical Cable

    Connecting with an Optical Cable Connect the TV and external device (game console, DVD player, etc.) with an optical cable and enjoy a deep and rich sound. Connecting an external device via optical cable a Use the optical cable to connect the OPTICAL IN terminal on the back of the product to the OPTICAL OUT terminal of your external device (ex.
  • Page 34: Using The Product As An Audio System

    Using the Product as an Audio System Connecting via Bluetooth You can play music files stored on a Bluetooth device, or run music apps to enjoy the music with this product. Please check the following first. • Bluetooth devices to be connected to the product should meet the following specifications. - Bluetooth 5.0 technology - Codec: SBC, AAC • Steps to connect the device to the product may vary depending on the Bluetooth device type and...
  • Page 35 Off > e You will see a list of connectable devices on your smartphone. Find and tap “LG_Speaker_USE6S_XXXX” or the name you registered on the Google Home app. Bluetooth LG Smart Phone AVAILABLE DEVICES LG Smart Phone LG_Speaker_USE6S_XXXX Bluetooth devices...
  • Page 36 h Run a Music app and listen to music on the smartphone. Note • The closer the Bluetooth device is to the product, the better your connection. • If you pressed the Bluetooth pair button of the product and selected the “Bluetooth” option, but could not connect to the Bluetooth device, LED2 blinks blue for 3 minutes.
  • Page 37: Connecting To A Usb Storage Device

    Connecting to a USB Storage Device Enjoy high-quality sound by connecting a USB storage device containing music files to the product. Connecting the product to a USB storage device a Plug the USB storage device into the USB port on the back of the product. • The product cannot play any devices connected via a USB storage device hub or a USB storage device cable.
  • Page 38 • USB devices with a large storage volume may take several minutes to browse through files. • LG Electronics is not responsible for any data loss. Please always back up the data on your USB storage device to minimise damage caused by data loss.
  • Page 39: Using The Lg Sound Bar App

    Using the LG Sound Bar app Controlling device functions Run the LG Sound Bar app. You can easily set [Sound Effect] and [Night Time] and adjust the level of each speaker without a remote control. Tap the Settings button on the first screen to change the settings of the sound bar.
  • Page 40: Compatible With Google Assistant

    Using Chromecast built-in™ You can listen to your favourite music on this product using hundreds of Chromecast-enabled apps on your phone, tablet or laptop. Simply tap the Cast button from apps you already know and love. No new logins or downloads required.
  • Page 41: Works With Apple Airplay

    Works with Apple AirPlay This product allow you to listen to the music from your iOS device through AirPlay. Note • Make sure that this product and your iOS device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. • Make sure that your iOS device is running iOS 11.4 or later. • The AirPlay 2–Enabled Speakers are needed to stream to multiple speakers.
  • Page 42: Spotify Connect

    Stream music through AirPlay From the Control Centre: a Open the Control Centre on your iOS device. b Tap AirPlay ( ). c Choose your product to listen to music. You can choose one or more AirPlay 2 -enabled speakers. From a music player app: a Open a music player app.
  • Page 43: Works With Alexa

    Alexa lets you use your voice to control this product by speaking commands through an Alexa Built-in device. Alexa Built-in device is sold Separately. Alexa setup flow a Run the LG Sound Bar app and tap amazon alexa button on the first screen and then follow the instructions. b Sign in to amazon.
  • Page 44 You can set a speakers using the Alexa app. • Music casting from Alexa app: You can control music playback to your [USE6S] remotely from the Alexa app. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
  • Page 45: Checking Before Mounting To A Wall

    Mounting the Product to a Wall Checking before mounting to a wall You can mount this product onto a wall. When mounting the product to the wall, follow the instructions below. Please check the following first. • It may be difficult to connect external devices and cables after wall-mounting. First, connect an external device with the proper connection cable to the product before mounting it to the wall.
  • Page 46 Sold separately Bracket screws Wall plugs Note • Screws and Wall Plugs are not supplied for mounting the product. We recommend the Hilti (HUD-1 6 x 30) for the mounting.
  • Page 47 Mounting the Product to a Wall a Find the wall bracket installation guide in the product package. b Align the “TV Bottom Line” on the wall bracket installation guide with the bottom of the TV, and attach it to the wall. Align the centre of the wall-mounted TV with the part marked “TV Center” in the installation guide. c With a pen, mark screw holes on the installation guide where the wall brackets will be attached.
  • Page 48 f Fix the brackets firmly to the wall using the wall plugs and screws. g Place the product on the brackets. Position the product on the brackets so the screw holes on the bottom of the product align with the screw holes on the wall bracket. h Firmly attach the product to the wall brackets using the screws provided.
  • Page 49: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety and Regulatory 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 flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’...
  • Page 50 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 specification page of this owner’ s manual to be certain of the current requirements. Do not overload wall outlets.
  • Page 51 For models using a battery This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. CAUTION: Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. For models using a built-in battery Do not store or transport at pressures lower than 11.6 kPa and at above 15,000 m altitude. • replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard (for example, in the case of some lithium battery types);...
  • Page 52: Prevention Of Product Misuse

    Prevention of product misuse To prevent misuse of the product, please be sure to check the contents below. Precautions for installing the product • Do not install the product in an unstable or vibrating place, such as on a shaking shelf or inclined surface. Install the product on a firm and level surface.
  • Page 53 Precautions for using the product • Do not lift or move the product while it is operating. - Otherwise, it may cause a breakdown. • When moving the product, pull out the power cord and all cables connected to the product. - Otherwise, it may cause a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 54 - Otherwise, it may negatively affect your hearing ability. • The software of this product can be updated with the LG Sound bar app. Do not turn off the power of the product while updating the software. Once the update is complete, the product power turns off automatically.
  • Page 55 The following only applies to models with a remote control • Do not let children use the remote control. Keep the remote control out of reach of toddlers. • Do not let children put the remote control in their mouth. Make sure that children don’t swallow the remote control cover or a battery.
  • Page 56: Before Reporting Product Malfunction

    LG Sound Sync • Check whether your TV supports LG Sound Sync. does not work • Check if the TV is properly connected to the product via an optical cable. - Press the Settings button on the TV remote control to check if the function is...
  • Page 57 The product • Check the following and change the settings accordingly. volume is low - Run the LG Sound Bar app, tap the Settings button on the first screen, and change the [DRC] function to [Off] on the [Sound Settings] menu.
  • Page 58 Install the product connected to 1 m away from other home appliances. the LG Sound • Turn off your wireless router and turn it on again. Bar app • Check if your smartphone's Wi-Fi function is turned on. You can check the Wi-Fi connection status in your smartphone's settings.
  • Page 59 The product • Did you turn off the wireless router and turn it on again? does not - Turn off the product and then turn it on again. connect to the • Have you installed a new wireless router? Wi-Fi network - You will need to reconfigure the network settings of the product.
  • Page 60 App Store and check if an Update button appears next to it. If it is not the latest version, tap the Update button. • If the error is not resolved yet, try connecting by using another smartphone with the LG Sound Bar app installed. Problems in Wireless Connection Issue...
  • Page 61 Turning off the Demo Mode Issue Solution The remote • Does the functions unchanged, even if you press the Function button several control does not times? work • Do you only see white, red, and green LEDs repeatedly? - The demo mode may be activated on the product. Unplug the product's power cable and plug it back in.
  • Page 62: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications General Refer to the main label. Power Consumption Networked standby: 2.0 W • Model: MS-Z2610R230-065E0-P • Manufacturer: MOSO POWER SUPPLY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. AC adapter • Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz • Output: 23 V 0 2.61 A Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx.
  • Page 63: Registered Trademarks And Licenses

    Copyright © 2012–2021 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. 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.
  • Page 64 © 2022 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. LG Wi-Fi Sound Bar includes MQA technology, which enables you to play back MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording. MQA and the Sound Wave Device are registered trade marks of MQA Limited ©...
  • Page 65: What You Need To Know About Network Services

    Services should be fulfilled directly by the respective content and service providers. It is clear that LG Electronics is not responsible for any Content or Services, or any change, removal, or suspension of each Content or Service, and does not certify or guarantee the use of or access to such Content or Services.
  • Page 66: Handling The Product

    Handling the Product When shipping the Product Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the product, for maximum protection, re-pack the product as it was originally packed at the factory. Keeping the exterior surfaces clean • Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the product.

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