OWNER’S MANUAL

Wireless
Sound Bar
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future
reference.

MODEL
GX (GX, SPN5-W)

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2005_Rev01 Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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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
of the product.
CAUTION
1 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
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The Power Plug is the disconnecting device. In case

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) accessible.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Check the specification page of this owner’s manual
to be certain of the current requirements.
This lightning flash with arrowhead Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets,
symbol within an equilateral triangle loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed
is intended to alert the user to the power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation
presence of uninsulated dangerous are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result
voltage within the product’s in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to cord of your device, and if its appearance indicates
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of
The exclamation point within an the device, and have the cord replaced with an exact
equilateral triangle is intended replacement part by an authorized service center.
to alert the user to the presence Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical
of important operating and abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed
maintenance (servicing) instructions in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to
in the literature accompanying the product. plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits
the device.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN CAUTION: Be careful to make sure children do not
OR MOISTURE. put their hands or any objects into the *speaker duct.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a * speaker duct: A hole for plentiful bass sound on
confined space such as a book case or similar unit. speaker cabinet. (enclosure)
CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around
this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This product may
malfunction due to electrical shock.
CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, 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 should 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.
CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
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this device. Do not use a power supply from another INFORMATION
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4 Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started 2 Connecting

2 Safety Information 16 Organizing cables
6 Introduction 16 Connecting the AC Adapter
7 Front panel 17 Wireless subwoofer (included) and rear
8 Rear panel speaker (Sold Separately) connection
9 Remote control 17 –  Wireless subwoofer connection
12 Speakers position 18 –  Rear speakers connection (Sold
13 Installing the sound bar Separately)
14 Mounting the main unit on a wall 19 –  Surround sound
22 –  How to Affix the Ferrite Core
23 Connecting to your TV
23 –  Using an OPTICAL cable
23 –  LG Sound Sync
25 –  Using an HDMI cable
25 –  ARC (Audio Return Channel) function
25 –  eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
function
26 –  What is SIMPLINK?
27 –  Additional information for HDMI
28 Optional equipment connection
28 –  DOLBY ATMOS®
28 – DTS:X®
29 –  HDMI IN connection
29 –  OPTICAL IN connection
30 –  USB connection
30 –  Compatible USB devices
30 –  USB device requirement
31 –  Playable file
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1
3 Operating 4 Troubleshooting
32 Basic operations 40 Troubleshooting
32 –  USB operation 40 – General
33 Other operations 41 –  NOTES to use wireless
2
33 –  Using your TV remote control 42 –  NOTES to release Demo mode
34 –  AUTO POWER On/Off
35 –  Auto function change
35 –  Quick Start
5 Appendix
36 Using a BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology 43 Trademarks and licenses 3
36 –  About Bluetooth 44 Specifications
36 –  Bluetooth profiles 46 Handling the unit
36 –  Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device
38 –  Controls connected Bluetooth device
38 –  Bluetooth connection lock (BT LOCK) 4
38 Using BLUETOOTH App
38 –  Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
Your BLUETOOTH Device
39 –  Activate BLUETOOTH with “Music Flow
Bluetooth” App 5
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Introduction

1 Symbol used in this manual

,,Note
Getting Started

Indicates special notes and operating features.

>>Caution
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.
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Front panel

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1 (Standby)
-- Switches the unit ON or OFF.
F (Function)
-- Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly.

Input source / Function Display

Optical
ARC
OPT/HDMI ARC
e-ARC
A
LG Sound Sync (Wired)
Bluetooth BT
LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV
HDMI IN HDMI
USB USB

o/p (Volume)
-- Adjusts volume level.

B Remote sensor

C Display Window

, This unit will turn itself off to save electric consumption when the main unit is not connected to an external
device and is not used for 15 minutes.
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Rear panel

1
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DC IN
A -- Connect to the AC adapter.
USB Port
B -- Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the right side of the unit.
OPTICAL IN
C -- Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV.
HDMI IN
D -- Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device.
You can enjoy the sound and picture from HDMI connection on an external device.
HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC)
E -- Connect the HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV.
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Remote control

Replacement of Battery 1
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote

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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)
a
-- Switches the unit ON or OFF.
VOL (Volume) o/p
b
-- Adjusts speaker volume.
C/V (Skip/Search)
c -- Press C or V to go to next or previous file.
-- Press and hold C or V during playback and release it at the point you want.
N (Play/Pause)
-- Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
d yy BT (Bluetooth) connection Lock: It allows you to connect a Bluetooth device only on Bluetooth
and LG TV functions. (Page 38)
To turn on or off the Bluetooth connection lock, press and hold N for about 3 seconds and press it
again in BT (Bluetooth) function.
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SOUND EFFECT
-- Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT.

On Display Description
1
Analyzes the property of the input sound and provides the
AI SOUND PRO
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sound optimized for the content in real time.

BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ Reinforces the bass and powerful sound.
STANDARD You can enjoy optimized sound.
MOVIE You can enjoy more immersive and cinematic surround sound.
MUSIC You can enjoy more good sound for music source.
e
, When this unit detects DOLBY ATMOS or DTS:X stream, you cannot change sound effect to any
other. In this case, even though you press SOUND EFFECT, this unit does not respond. And you can
see only “NOT SUPPORTED” on the display window.
, When this unit detecs DTS stream in MOIVE mode, it plays stream using DTS Virtual:X Technology.
yy TV remote: It allows you to control the volume of this unit by your TV remote control even by other
company’s product. (Page 33)
To turn on or off the TV Remote function, press and hold SOUND EFFECT for about 3 seconds and
press it again.
, Supported TV brands
LG Panasonic Philips Samsung Sharp Sony Toshiba Vizio

(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 12 for more information of speakers.
Display Description Range
f WF Sub Woofer -15 ~ 6
C Center -6 ~ 6
R Rear -6 ~ 6
TRE Treble -5 ~ 5
BAS Bass -5 ~ 5

yy Surround sound: It allows you to enjoy surround sound with rear speakers. (Page 19)
To turn on or off the surround sound, press and hold for about 3 seconds and press it again.

F (Function)
g
-- Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly.
[ (Mute)
h
-- Press [ to mute your unit. To cancel it, press [ again.
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J (Information)
-- You can display various information of the input source by pressing J.
-- OPT (Optical)/ARC/E-ARC/HDMI (HDMI IN): Audio format
-- BT (Bluetooth): Connected Bluetooth device name 1
i
-- USB: File information contained on a USB.

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yy Auto Power ON/OFF: It allows the unit to turn on and off automatically by input signals: Optical, LG
TV or Bluetooth (Page 34)
To turn on or off AUTO POWER function, press and hold J for about 3 seconds and press it again.
REPEAT
j
-- Press REPEAT to select desired repeat or random mode.
FOLDER W/S
k
-- Searches a folder on USB device.
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Speakers position

1
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b a b

d d

a Center speaker

b Front speakers

c Subwoofer

d Rear speakers

, You can enjoy surround sound by using Wireless Rear Speaker kit. Wireless Rear Speakers Kit sold separately
(SPK8-S).
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Installing the sound bar >>Caution

yy 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. because wireless connection communicates 1
Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the through a module positioned on the bottom

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device you want. (Pages 23 - 29) of the unit.
You can place the wireless subwoofer anywhere in yy Be careful not to make scratches on the
your room. But it is better to place the subwoofer surface of the Unit /Subwoofer when
near the main unit. Turn it slightly toward the center installing or moving them.
of the room to reduce the wall reflections.
For the best surround sound, place the speakers as
shown below.

,,Note
yy If the sound bar covers the remote sensor of
the TV, please separate distance between the
sound bar and TV by 10 ~ 15 cm (3.9 ~5.9
inch) or more.
yy The illustration above may differ from actual
units.
yy You can enjoy surround sound by using
Wireless Rear Speaker kit. Wireless Rear
Speakers Kit sold separately (SPK8-S).
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Mounting the main unit 1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket
install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to
on a wall the position.

1
You can mount the main unit on a wall.
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2. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use the

wall plugs. You should drill some holes. A guide
sheet (Wall bracket install guide) is supplied to
drill. Use the sheet to check the point to drill.
>>Caution
Because it is difficult to make a connection after
installing this unit, you should connect the cables
before installation.

Preparation materials
Unit

Wall bracket install guide

3. Remove the Wall bracket install guide.
4. Fix the brackets with screws (A) as shown in the
Wall bracket illustration below.

(Not supplied)
Screws (A)

Wall plug

,,Note
Screws (A) and Wall Plugs are not supplied for
mounting the unit. We recommend the Hilti
(HUD-1 6 x 30) for the mounting.
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5. Fix the hooks of the unit on the brackets as Installing the stand
shown below.
Fix the hooks of the unit on the stands as shown
below.

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,,Note
To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order.

>>Caution
yy Do not install this unit upside down. It can ,,Note
damage the parts of this unit or be the cause When installing the sound bar with a stand,
of personal injury. install it so that it does not cover the TV's
yy Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid remote sensor or screen.
any impact to the unit.
yy Secure the unit firmly to the wall so that it
does not fall off. If the unit falls off, it may
result in an injury or damage to the product.
yy When the unit is installed on a wall, please
make sure that a child does not pull any of
connecting cables, as it may cause it to fall.
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Organizing cables Connecting the AC

You can organize the cable with cable ties.
Adapter
Connect the unit to the power supply with the
supplied AC adapter.
1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC
adapter.
2 2. Connect the AC adapter cable to DC IN adapter
input.
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3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

,,Note
yy After all connections are completed, you can
arrange cables as needed.
yy We recommend to use the HDMI cable
supplied with this unit.
If another HDMI cable is used, it may not be
possible to arrange it with this unit.

>>Caution
Only use the AC adapter supplied with this
device. Do not use a power supply from another
device or manufacturer. Using any other power
cable or power supply may cause damage to the
device and void your warranty.
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Wireless subwoofer Manually pairing wireless subwoofer

When your connection is not completed, you can
(included) and check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the
wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve
rear speaker (Sold the problem, follow the steps below.

Separately) connection 1. Press PAIRING on the rear of the wireless

subwoofer.

Wireless subwoofer connection 2

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LED indicator of wireless subwoofer
LED Color Status
Green The connection is trying. -- The green LED on the rear of the wireless
(Blink) subwoofer blinks quickly.
(If the green LED does not blink, press and hold
Green The connection is completed. the PAIRING.)
Red The wireless subwoofer is in 2. Turn on the sound bar.
standby mode or the connection -- Pairing is completed. The green LED on the rear
is failed. of the wireless subwoofer turns on.
Off (No The power cord of wireless
display) subwoofer is disconnected.

Setting up the wireless subwoofer for

the first time
1. Connect the power cord of the sound bar and the
wireless subwoofer to the outlet.
2. Turn on the sound bar. The sound bar and
the wireless subwoofer will be automatically
connected.
-- Green LED on the rear of wireless subwoofer
turns on.
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,,Note Rear speakers connection (Sold

yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the main unit and the subwoofer to Separately)
communicate with each other and make
sounds. Connecting the rear speakers
yy The closer the main unit and the subwoofer, 1. Connect the black stripe wire to the terminal
the better sound quality. It is recommended marked - (minus) and the other end to the
to install the main unit and the subwoofer as terminal marked + (plus).
close as possible and avoid the cases below.
2 -- There is an obstacle between the main unit
and the subwoofer.
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-- 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 1 m (3.3 ft) to
prevent wireless interference.

!1 m
(3.3 ft)

2. Connect the wireless receiver and the rear

speakers (left, right) with the speaker cables.

Color Position
Blue Rear left
Grey Rear right

,,Note
You need to purchase the wireless rear speakers
kit (SPK8-S) to enjoy surround sound.
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>>Caution Manually pairing wireless receiver

yy 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. speakers are not made sound. To solve the problem,
yy Be sure to match the speaker cable to the follow the below steps.
appropriate terminal on the components: +
1. Press PAIRING on the rear of the wireless
to + and – to –. If the cables are reversed, the
receiver.
sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

2
LED indicator of wireless receiver

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LED Color Status

Yellow - green
The connection is trying.
(Blink)
Yellow - green The connection is completed. -- The yellow - green LED on the wireless receiver
blinks quickly.
Red The wireless receiver is in standby
mode or the connection is failed. 2. Turn on the main unit
-- Paring is completed. The yellow - green LED on
Off The power cord of wireless the wireless receiver turns on.
(No display) receiver is disconnected.

Setting up the wireless receiver for the Surround sound

first time You can enjoy magnificent surround sound for all the
input sound source with rear speakers.
1. Connect the power cord to the wireless receiver
to the outlet. If you turn on the surround function, the whole
speaker outputs sound.
2. Turn on the main unit: The sound bar and wireless
When you turn off the surround function, the
receiver will be automatically connected.
speakers output sound as an original input sound
-- Yellow - green LED on the wireless receiver
channel.
turns on.
To turn on surround function, press and hold on
the remote control for about 3 seconds and press it
once again while “OFF - SURROUND” is scrolled.
To turn off surround function, press and hold on
the remote control for about 3 seconds and press it
once again while “ON - SURROUND” is scrolled.
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Surround function ON

Output
Sound Effect Input
No rear speakers Rear speakers connected

2.0 Ch

AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch

2
7.1 Ch or more
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2.0 Ch
BASS BLAST
or 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

MOVIE 5.1 Ch

7.1 Ch or more

2.0 Ch

MUSIC 5.1 Ch

7.1 Ch or more
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Surround function OFF

Output
Sound Effect Input
No rear speakers Rear speakers connected

2.0 Ch

AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch

2
7.1 Ch or more

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2.0 Ch
BASS BLAST
or 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

MOVIE 5.1 Ch

7.1 Ch or more

2.0 Ch

MUSIC 5.1 Ch

7.1 Ch or more
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How to Affix the Ferrite Core ,,Note

yy 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.
Affix the Ferrite Core for speaker
yy The wireless receiver will automatically switch
cables to standby mode in a few minutes after the
You must affix a ferrite core in order to reduce or sound bar is turned off.
eliminate electrical interference. When the wireless receIver is in standby
mode, the LED will turn on in red.
2 1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open.
yy When you turn on the sound bar, the wireless
2. Wind the speaker cables around the ferrite core
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receiver will turn on and the LED will change

twice. to yellow - green and then the rear speakers
3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks. makes sound within a few seconds.
yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the main unit and Wireless Receiver to
communicate with each other.
yy Use the rear speaker at least 30 cm
(11.8 inch) away from either TV screen or PC
monitor.
yy When the wireless receiver is being
connected or disconnected with the main
unit, output sound may be interrupted.
yy Set the distance between the sound bar and
the wireless receiver as close as possible and
keep them away from the device (ex. wireless
router, microwave oven, etc.) over 1 m
(3.3 ft) to prevent wireless interference.

!1m
(3.3 ft)
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Connecting to your TV LG Sound Sync

Please connect with this unit and TV using the optical

digital cable or 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. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo on
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the your TV.
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an 2
Controllable function by LG TV’s remote control:
OPTICAL cable. Volume up/down, mute

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Make one of the following connections, depending on
the capabilities of your equipment.

,,Note
Optical yy You can also use the remote control of this
cable unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you use TV’s
remote control again, the unit synchronizes
with the TV.
According to TV Specifications, the volume
and mute of this unit synchronize with TV.
2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by yy When the connection fails, make sure of the
pressing F repeatedly. condition of the TV and power.
You can see “OPT” on the display window if yy Make sure of the condition of this unit and
connecting normally between this unit and your the connection in the cases below when using
TV. LG Sound Sync.
-- The unit is turned off.
,,Note -- Changing the function to the others.
yy Before connecting the optical cable, be sure
to remove the protection plug cover if your -- Disconnecting the optical cable.
cable has the cover. -- Disconnecting the wireless connection
caused by interference or a distance.
yy You can enjoy the TV audio through the
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV yy The amount of time to turn off this unit is
models, you must select the external speaker different depending on your TV when you set
option from the TV menu. (For details, AUTO POWER function to ON.
reference your TV user manual.)
yy If this unit is connected by OPTICAL and ARC
at the same time, the ARC signal has a higher
priority.
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LG Sound Sync with wired connection LG Sound Sync with wireless

1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an
connection
optical cable. 1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1.
2. Select the LG TV function by pressing F
repeatedly.
3. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
Optical sound through this unit:

cable “PAIRED” appears on the display window for

2 about 3 seconds and then you can see “LG TV”
on the display window if connecting normally
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between this unit and your TV.

(Refer to the TV’s instruction manual for the
details of LG Sound Sync.)
2. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit: ,,Note
(Refer to the TV’s instruction manual for the If you turned off the unit directly by pressing
details of LG Sound Sync.) 1 (Power), LG Sound Sync (Wireless) will be
3. Turn on the unit by pressing 1. disconnected.
4. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by
pressing F repeatedly.
You can see “LGOPT” on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
TV.
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Using an HDMI cable ARC (Audio Return Channel)

If you connect this unit to a TV that supports HDMI function
CEC and ARC (Audio Return Channel), you can
The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to
enjoy the TV audio through the speakers of this unit
send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.
without connecting the optical cable.
1. Connect the HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack on
the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV using
eARC (Enhanced Audio Return
an HDMI cable. Channel) function
eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) features an 2
advancement over the existing ARC (Audio Return

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Channel) and supports the latest high-bitrate audio
formats such as DTS-HD Master Audio™, DTS:X®,
Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Atmos® and more.
HDMI cable
You can use your multiple components just by simple
connection.

Preparing to Use the eARC or ARC

Function
2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by -- Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and eARC
pressing F repeatedly. or ARC function and the HDMI-CEC and eARC or
You can see “ARC” on the display window if ARC must be set to On.
connecting normally between this unit and your -- The setting method of HDMI-CEC, eARC or ARC
TV. may differ depending on the TV. For details about
,,Note eARC or ARC function, refer to your TV manual.
yy You can enjoy the TV audio through the -- You must use the certified HDMI cable. (page
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV 27)
models, you must select the external speaker -- You must connect the HDMI OUT on the unit with
option from the TV menu. (For details, HDMI IN of the TV that supports eARC or ARC
reference your TV user manual.) function using an HDMI cable.
yy Depending on your LG TV model, you may -- You can connect only one Sound bar to TV
need to turn on the SIMPLINK function on compatible with eARC or ARC.
your LG TV.
yy When you return to ARC function from
another function, you need to select the input
source to OPT/HDMI ARC. Then this unit
changes to ARC function automatically.
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What is SIMPLINK?

Some functions of this unit are controlled by the

TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TV’s with
SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.
Controllable functions by LG TV’s remote control:
2 Power on/off, volume up/down, etc.
Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of
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SIMPLINK function.
LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as
shown above.

,,Note
yy Depending on the state of the unit, some
SIMPLINK operation may differ from your
purpose or not work.
yy Depending on a TV or a player which is
connected with this unit, SIMPLINK operation
may differ from your purpose.
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Additional information for HDMI HDMI cable Checklist

yy When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible Some HDMI cables have poor signal transmission,
device make sure of the following: which can cause problems with sound and video
transmission.
- Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this
unit. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and Even after HDMI cable connections, if no sound,
leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on sound interrupted, noise occurring from the sound
this unit. bar and/or no video, no smooth video on your TV, the
HDMI cable may be the problem.
- The connected device’s video input is set
correctly for this unit. Use the cable marked with the premium HDMI
certification logo. We recommend using “High Speed 2
- The connected device is compatible with
HDMI Cable with Ethernet” or later version.

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720 x 576p (or 480p), 1280 x 720p,
1920 x 1080i, 1920 x 1080p, 4096 x 2160p STANDARD HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
(X)
or 3840 x 2160p video input.
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE
(X)
yy Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will
work with this unit. (O)
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
- The picture will not be displayed properly with
non-HDCP device. Premium High Speed HDMI® Cable with Ethernet
(O)

,,Note ULTRA HIGH SPEED HDMI® CABLE

(O)
yy If a connected HDMI device does not accept
the audio output of the unit, the HDMI Connection through HDMI Cable*
device’s audio sound may be distorted or may
not output. Your television must support the newest HDMI
features (HDMI CEC1) / ARC (Audio Return Channel))
yy Changing the resolution when the connection to fully enjoy the Live broadcasting channel with
has already been established may result in audio system through an HDMI cable. Unless your
malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off TV supports these HDMI features, the audio system
the unit and then turn it on again. should be connected through an OPTICAL cable.
yy When the HDMI connection with HDCP is not 1) HDMI CEC (High-Definition Multimedia Interface
verified, TV screen is changed to black screen. Consumer Electronics Control)
In this case, check the HDMI connection, or
disconnect the HDMI cable. Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is an HDMI
feature designed to allow the user to command and
yy If there are noises or lines on the screen, control the CEC-enabled devices, that are connected
please check the HDMI cable (length is through HDMI by using only one of their remote
generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft)). controls.
yy You cannot change the video resolution in the * Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+
HDMI mode. Change the video resolution of (Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips),
the connected component. etc.
yy If the video output signal is abnormal when
your personal computer is connected to HDMI
IN jack, change the resolution of your personal
computer to 576p (or 480p), 720p, 1080i or
1080p.
 28 Connecting

Optional equipment
connection

DOLBY ATMOS®
What is DOLBY ATMOS®?
2 Dolby Atmos gives you amazing experience you’ve
never before by overhead sound, and all the richness,
Connecting

clarity, and power of Dolby sound.

DTS:X®
What is DTS:X®
1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to
In the real world, sound is all around us, moving freely
HDMI OUT jack on the external device such as
in any direction. DTS:X® is immersed in this natural,
Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
multi-dimensional sound experience as we go about
our daily lives. 2. Connect HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack on the
back of the unit to HDMI IN (ARC) jack on the TV.
For using DOLBY ATMOS® and DTS:X® 3. Select the input source to HDMI or OPT/HDMI
yy DOLBY ATMOS® is available only in HDMI and ARC ARC by pressing F repeatedly.
mode. -- If you select HDMI, you can hear the sound from
-- To use DOLBY ATMOS® in ARC mode, your TV the external device. Select it when playing the
has to support DOLBY ATMOS®. external device.
yy DTS:X® is available only in HDMI mode -- If you select OPT/HDMI ARC, you can hear the
sound from your TV. Select it when watching
yy It is needed to set up an audio output on external the TV.
devices (Blu-ray disc player, TV etc.) to “No
encoding” such as “Bitstream”, “Auto” or “Bypass”. You can see “DOLBY ATMOS” or “DTS:X” on the
-- If you can select audio output sampling rate, set display window if connecting normally between
it to 192 kHz. this sound bar and your TV and the contents is
played.
yy If your TV does not support DTS sound source,
connect the playback (source) device to the HDMI
IN or OPTICAL IN jack on the soundbar to listen to
,,Note
yy DOLBY ATMOS®/DTS:X® supports 3.1
DTS audio. channel. (5.1 channel when it connected with
Rear kit)
yy If the sound bar does not have sound or the
video on TV is not smooth, the HDMI cable
may be the problem. Refer to the HDMI cable
checklist. (Page 27)
 Connecting 29

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 jack on this unit. the OPTICAL IN jack.

Optical cable
2
To the optical output

Connecting
jack of external device

1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the

unit to optical out jack of your external device.
To the Blu-ray disc player, 2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by
DVD player, etc. pressing F repeatedly.
1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to You can see “OPT” on the display window if
HDMI OUT jack on the audio device such as Blu- connecting normally between this unit and your
ray disc player, DVD player, etc. device.
2. Select the input source to HDMI by pressing F
repeatedly.
,,Note
Before connecting the optical cable, be sure to
remove the protection plug cover if your cable
has the cover.

>>Caution
Make sure to properly align and connect the
optical cable; improper alignment may cause
damage to the jack.

Optical jack Optical cable Optical jack Optical cable

<O> <X>
 30 Connecting

USB connection USB device requirement

Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the yy Devices which require additional program
right side of the unit. installation connected to a computer, are not
supported.
yy Do not extract the USB device while in operation.
yy For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a
few minutes to be searched.
yy To prevent data loss, back up all data.
2 yy The unit’s USB Port cannot be connected to PC.
The unit can not be used as a storage device.
Connecting

yy The exFAT file system is not supported on this

unit. (FAT16/FAT32/NTFS systems are available.)
For more information of playing files on a USB, refer
yy Depending on some devices, it may not available to
to the page 32. recognize the followings on this unit.
Removing the USB Device from the unit. -- External HDD
-- Card readers
1. Choose a different function/mode.
-- Locked devices
2. Remove the USB device from the unit.
-- Hard type USB devices
Compatible USB devices -- USB hub
yy MP3 Player: Flash type MP3 player. -- Using USB extension cable
yy USB Flash Drive: Devices that support USB 2.0. -- iPhone/iPod/iPad
yy The USB function of this unit does not support -- Android device
some USB devices.
 Connecting 31

Playable file ,,Note

Sampling Frequency yy Folders and files on the USB are recognized
as below.
MP3: within 32 to 48 kHz
: Folder
WMA: within 32 to 48 kHz
*ROOT
OGG: within 32 to 48 kHz : File
FLAC:32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz,
176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (16 bit/ 24 bit) a C
WAV: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz,
D
176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (16 bit/ 24 bit)
2
E
Bitrate resolution

Connecting
MP3: within 80 to 320 kbps b F
WMA: within 56 to 128 kbps
G
OGG: within 64 to 500 kbps
c H
yy Maximum files: Up to 2,000 I
yy Maximum directories: Up to 200
d J
yy A protected file by DRM (Digital rights
A
management) cannot be played on the unit.
yy Video files in the USB storage device can not be B
played.
yy If there is no file in a folder, the folder will not
yy Depending on the performance of your USB appear.
device, playback may not work well.
yy File will be played from file $A to file $J
one by one.
yy Files will be played in order recorded and it
may be different depending on the record
circumstances.
yy This unit can display file or folder names that
contain numbers or English characters only.
yy *ROOT: The first screen you can see when this
unit recognize the USB is “ROOT”.
 32 Operating

Basic operations ,,Note

yy The resume point may be cleared when you
pull out the power cord or removing the USB
device from the unit.
USB operation yy Repeat/Random playback operates as follows.
1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
On Display Description
2. Select the USB function by pressing F repeatedly.
OFF Plays songs on USB device
To Do this in order.
Press N on the remote ONE Plays a same song
Playback
control. repeatedly.
During playback, press N on FOLDER Plays songs in a folder
Pause
the remote control. repeatedly.
3 During playback, press V on ALL Plays all the songs on USB
the remote control to go to the device repeatedly.
Operating

next file.
Playing less than 3 seconds, SHUFFLE Plays all the songs once
Skip to the next/ press C on the remote randomly, and stops the
previous file control to go to the previous playback.
file.
Playing after 3 seconds, press
C on the remote control to
go to the beginning of the file.

Press and hold C/V on the

Search for a
remote control during playback
section within a
and release it at the point you
file
want to listen to.

Press REPEAT on the remote

Play repeatedly control repeatedly. Refer to
or randomly the note for details about the
display change.

Press FOLDER W/S on the

Search a folder
remote control.
This unit memorizes a current
Resume song which is played before
playback changing the function or
turning off the unit.
 Operating 33

Other operations

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 SOUND EFFECT on the remote
control for about 3 seconds. “ON - TV REMOTE”
appears and you can control this unit by your TV
remote control.
To check the status of this function, press and hold
SOUND EFFECT on the remote control. 3
To turn off this function, press and hold SOUND

Operating
EFFECT on the remote control and press it once
again while “ON - TV REMOTE” is scrolled.

,,Note
yy Make sure that the sound output of your TV
is set to [External speaker].
yy This function does not operate on LG TV’s
magic remote control.
yy This function may not work well when some
TV control functions such as HDMI CEC,
SIMPLINK and LG Sound Sync set to ON.
yy This function may not work well when the
unit and the TV are connected with an HDMI
cable.
yy Some remote control may not be supported.
 34 Operating

AUTO POWER On/Off ,,Note

yy After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
This unit automatically turns on by an input source:
function, it will be automatically turned off if
Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth.
there is no signal for a certain period of time
When you turn on your TV or an external device from the TV connected by LG Sound Sync
connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input (Optical/Wireless).
signal and selects the suitable function. You can hear
yy After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
the sound from your device.
function, it will be automatically turned off if
If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this there is no signal for a certain period of time
unit turns on and the unit will be connected to your from the external device.
Bluetooth device.
yy If you turned off the unit directly, it cannot
To turn on this function, press and hold J on the be turned on automatically by AUTO POWER
remote control for about 3 seconds and press it once function. However the unit can be turned on
again while “OFF - AUTO POWER” is scrolled. by AUTO POWER function when optical signal
To check the status of this function, press and hold comes in after 5 seconds of no signal.
3 J on the remote control. yy Depending on the connected device, this
function may not operate.
Operating

To turn off this function, press and hold J on the

remote control for about 3 seconds and press it once yy If you disconnect Bluetooth connection by
again while “ON - AUTO POWER” is scrolled. this unit, some Bluetooth devices try to
connect to the unit continually. Therefore it is
recommended to disconnect the connection
before turning off the unit.
yy When you turn on this unit for the first time,
status of Auto Power function is turned on.
yy To use this function, the main unit must be
registered in paired devices list of Bluetooth
device.
yy You can set the Auto Power function only
when this unit is turned on.
 Operating 35

Auto function change Quick Start

This unit recognizes input signals such as Optical, This unit can stay in standby mode with low power
HDMI ARC, Bluetooth and LG TV and then changes consumption, so that the unit can reduce boot time
suitable function automatically. when you turn on this unit.
To turn on this function, press 1 on the unit for 3
When optical signal comes in seconds when the unit is turned on.
When you turn on the external device connected to “ON - Q. START” appears in display.
this unit by an optical cable, this unit changes the
To turn off this function, press 1 on the unit for 3
function to optical. You can hear the sound from your
seconds again when the unit is turned on.
device.
“OFF - Q. START” appears in display.
When you try to connect BLUETOOTH ,,Note
device yy If the Quick start function is set and an AC
When you try to connect your Bluetooth device to power is accidently re-connected to the unit
this unit, Bluetooth function is selected. Play your by power failure etc., the Quick start function 3
music on the Bluetooth device. will activate when the unit is turned on and

Operating
off once.
When you turn on your TV or an yy When the Quick start function is set, power
external device consumption will be higher than when the
Quick start is off.
When you turn on your TV or an external device
connected by the optical, LG sound sync (optical or yy This function may not work depending on the
wireless) or HDMI ARC this sound bar will change models.
to a suitable function so you can listen to the sound
through it.

,,Note
yy This unit does not change the function to
optical if SIMPLINK of the connected TV,
Bluray disc player, set-top box or etc. device
set to on or connected 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.
yy If the Bluetooth connection lock function
is set, Bluetooth connection will be only
available on Bluetooth and LG TV function.
(Page 38)
 36 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. Once a pairing operation is performed, it does
Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for not need to be performed again.
short range connection. 1. Select the Bluetooth function by pressing F
The sound may be interrupted when the connection repeatedly.
interfered by the other electronic wave or you Appears “BT” and then “READY” in display
connect the Bluetooth in the other rooms. window.
Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth 2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
wireless technology does not incur any charges. A pairing operation. When searching for this unit
3 mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology on your Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection found may appear in the Bluetooth device display
was made via Bluetooth wireless technology. depending on the type of Bluetooth device.
Operating

yy Available Devices: Smart phone, MP3, Notebook, Your unit appears as “LG GX(XX)”
etc. 3. Select the “LG GX(XX)”.
yy Version: 4.0 ,,Note
yy Codec: SBC, AAC yy XX means the last two digits of address.
For example, if your unit has a MAC
address such as 9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, you
Bluetooth profiles will see “LG GX(08)” on your Bluetooth
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, device.

devices must be able to interpret certain profiles. This
yy Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
unit is compatible with following profile.
some devices have a different pairing way.
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) For details about Bluetooth pairing, refer
to your Bluetooth device manual.
 Operating 37

4. When this unit is successfully connected with ,,Note

your Bluetooth device, yy If Bluetooth connection does not work well,
“PAIRED” [ your device’s name [ “BT” appears try pairing it again.
on the display window.
yy The sound may be interrupted when the
,,Note connection has interference by the other
yy If it is unavailable to display device name electronic waves.
on the unit, “-” will be displayed. yy Pairing is limited to one Bluetooth device per
yy To check the connected device’s name, unit and multi-pairing is not supported.
press J on the remote control. The yy Depending on the type of the device, you may
connected Bluetooth device’s name is not be able to use the Bluetooth function.
displayed.
yy You can enjoy Bluetooth function using
smart phone, MP3, Notebook, etc..
5. Listen to music.
yy The more distance between the unit and the
To play music in your Bluetooth device, refer to Bluetooth device, the lower the sound quality
your Bluetooth device’s user guide. becomes. 3
,,Note yy Bluetooth connection will be disconnected

Operating
yy When using Bluetooth technology, you have when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth
to make a connection between the unit and device gets too far from the unit.
the Bluetooth device as close as possible and yy When Bluetooth connection is disconnected,
keep the distance. connect the Bluetooth device to the unit
However it may not work well in the case again.
below:
yy When the unit is not connected, “READY”
-- There is an obstacle between the unit and appears in the display window.
the Bluetooth device.
yy When you connect Bluetooth device (iOS
-- There is a device using same frequency device etc.) to this unit or operate the device,
with Bluetooth technology such as a the volume level can be synchronized with
medical equipment, a microwave or a each other.
wireless LAN device.
yy If you change to another function after
connecting Bluetooth, Bluetooth connection
will be disconnected. And you return to
Bluetooth function, Bluetooth connection
will be connected automatically.
 38 Operating

Controls connected Bluetooth Using BLUETOOTH App

device
You can control the connected Bluetooth device from ,,Note
the unit; play, pause, skip, volume. yy Only Android OS is available to use “Music
,,Note Flow Bluetooth” app with this unit.
yy Only Android OS and iOS is available to use yy Additional data charges may apply according
this function. to your internet environment or mobile plan.
yy This function may not be supported
depending on the Bluetooth device or some
About “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
of TV operated differently.
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app brings a suite of new
features to this unit.
To enjoy more features, you are recommended to
3
Bluetooth connection lock (BT download and install free “Music Flow Bluetooth”
LOCK) app.
Operating

You can limit Bluetooth connection to only

BT (Bluetooth) and LG TV function to prevent Install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
unintended Bluetooth connection.
App onto Your BLUETOOTH
To turn on this function, press and hold N on
the remote control for about 3 seconds in BT Device
(Bluetooth) function and press it once again while There are two ways to install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
“OFF - BT LOCK” is scrolled. Then you can limit app onto your Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth connection.
To turn off this function, press and hold N on Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
the remote control for about 3 seconds in BT through QR code
(Bluetooth) function and press it once again while
“ON - BT LOCK” is scrolled. 1. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app through QR
code. Use the scanning software to scan the QR
,,Note code.
Even if you set up BT LOCK function to On, this
sound bar turns on by Auto Power function. Turn
off Auto Power function to prevent it. (Page
34)

2. Tap an icon for installation.

,,Note
yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
yy Make 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)”.
yy Depending on area, QR code may not work.
yy You can find the available application of this
unit by using “LG Audio” app.
Android OS: Ver 5.0 (or later)
 Operating 39

Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App ,,Note

through “Google Android Market yy “Music Flow Bluetooth” app will be available
(Google Play Store)” in the software version as follow;
-- Android O/S: Ver 4.0.3 (or later)
1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play
Store)” icon. yy If you use “Music Flow Bluetooth” app for
operation, there would be some differences
2. In the search bar, type in the “Music Flow between “Music Flow Bluetooth” app and
Bluetooth” and search it. the supplied remote control. Use the supplied
3. In the search result list, find and tap “Music Flow remote control as necessary.
Bluetooth” to start downloading Bluetooth app. yy Depending on the Bluetooth device, “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app may not work.
,,Note yy After connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth”
yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet. app, music may be output from your device. In
this case, try connecting procedure again.
yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is 3
equipped with “Google Android Market yy If you operate the other applications or
change the settings on your Bluetooth

Operating
(Google Play Store)”.
device while using “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, “Music Flow Bluetooth” app may operate
abnormally.
Activate BLUETOOTH with yy When “Music Flow Bluetooth” app operates
abnormally, check your Bluetooth device and
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App the connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app helps to connect your and then try to connect again.
Bluetooth device to this unit. yy Depending on the smart phone's operating
system, you have some differences for “Music
1. Tap “Music Flow Bluetooth” app icon on the home
Flow Bluetooth” operation.
screen to open “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, and
go to the main menu. yy Even though Bluetooth connection will
be disconnected, you can use “Music Flow
2. If you want to get more information to operate,
Bluetooth” app when you change the
tap [Setting] and tap [Help] menu.
function.
yy Additional features offered by "Music Flow
Bluetooth" app may not work depending on
the distance between this unit and Bluetooth
device and wireless conditions.
 40 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

General
Symptoms Cause & Solution
yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer,
DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn them on again.
The unit does not work yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV,
properly. Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again.
yy Previous setting may not be saved when device power is shut off.

yy The power cord is unplugged.

Plug in the power cord.
No Power
yy Check whether electricity failed.
Check the condition by operating other electronic devices.

yy Incorrect input source is selected.

4 Check the input source and select the correct input source.
yy The mute function is activated.
Troubleshooting

No sound Press [ (Mute) or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.
yy When you are using connection with a external device (set top box, Bluetooth
device etc.), adjust volume level of the device.

yy The power cord of the subwoofer is not connected.

Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
No woofer sound
yy Pairing between the unit and the subwoofer gets disconnected.
Connect the unit and the subwoofer. (Page 17)

yy The remote control is too far from the unit.

Operate the remote control within about 7 m (23 ft).
The remote control does yy There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.
not work properly. Remove the obstacle.
yy The batteries in the remote control is exhausted.
Replace the batteries with new one.

yy Check connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player or

Bluetooth device.
The AUTO POWER function
does not work. yy Check the state of SIMPLINK on your LG TV and turn off SIMPLINK.
yy Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate.

yy Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.

LG Sound Sync does not yy Check connection of LG Sound Sync (Optical or wireless).
work.
yy Check sound setting of your TV and this unit.
 Troubleshooting 41

Symptoms Cause & Solution

The unit does not connect yy Turn off the Bluetooth connection lock function. (Page 38)
with Bluetooth device

Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them.
yy With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT
setting on TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
When you feel the output yy With the sound bar connected with Player, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT
sound of the unit is low. setting on Player Setup Menu from [PCM] to [PRIMARY PASS-THROUGH] or
[BITSTREAM].
yy Change Audio DRC setting on connected device setup menu to [OFF] state.
yy Make sure Night time mode is not On. Turn [OFF] Night time mode.

yy Format the USB device and connect it again.

USB is not recognized. When formatting the USB device, select the available file system. (Page 30)

NOTES to use wireless 4

Troubleshooting
Symptoms Cause & Solution
yy Wireless may not operate normally in weak signal area.
This device may have
yy Please install the device close enough to wireless subwoofer.
wireless interference.
yy Do not install the device on metal furniture for optimum performance.
yy When any part of your body contact the transceiver of the Bluetooth device
or sound bar.
yy When there is an obstacle or wall or the device is installed in a secluded spot.
Bluetooth device may yy When there is a device (a wireless LAN, a medical equipment or a microwave)
malfunction or make using same frequency, make the distance between the products as far away
noise in the following as possible each other.
cases. yy When connecting the device to the Bluetooth device, make the distance
between the products as close as possible each other.
yy When the device gets too far from the Bluetooth device, the connection is
disconnected and also malfunction may occur.
 42 Troubleshooting

NOTES to release Demo mode

Symptoms Cause & Solution
Can not change input source with F such as BT Unplug the power cord and plug it in again. If that
(Bluetooth), HDMI etc. and only [DEMO] indication doesn’t work, after setting the volume to 2, press and
is showing in the front display. hold F (About 5 seconds) on the main unit until the
Remote Control does not work. (No response) display indicates current selected function.

4
Troubleshooting
 Appendix 43

Trademarks and licenses

All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners. 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.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D
symbol are Trademarks of dolby Laboratories.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia

Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
Administrator, Inc.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.

Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing
Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol
together, DTS:X, and the DTS:X logo are registered
trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the 5
United States and/or other countries. © DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.

Appendix

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.

Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing
Limited. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol
together, Virtual:X, and the DTS Virtual:X logo are
registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in
the United States and/or other countries. © DTS,
Inc. All Rights Reserved.
 44 Appendix

Specifications
General
Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit.
yy Model: DA-50F25
yy Manufacturer: Asian Power Devices Inc.
AC adapter
yy Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz
yy Output: 25 V 0 2 A
Approx. 1446.0 mm x 150.0 mm x 32.5 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D)
(56.9 inch x 5.9 inch x 1.3 inch)
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %
Bus Power Supply (USB) 5 V 0 500 mA
Available Digital Input Audio
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz
Sampling Frequency
Available Digital Input Audio format Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, DTS:X, DTS-HD, PCM

Input/Output
OPTICAL IN 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1
5 HDMI IN 19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
Appendix

19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1

1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 480p
HDMI OUT 2160p@24/25/30 Hz 4:4:4
2160p@60/50 Hz 4:2:0
4K Sources dependent on HDCP 2.3 are supported at 4K resolutions.

Amplifier (RMS Output)

Total 420 W RMS
Front 80 W RMS x 2 (4 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
Center 40 W RMS (4 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
Subwoofer 220 W RMS (3 Ω at 80 Hz, THD 10 %)
 Appendix 45

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 3Ω
Rated Input Power 220 W RMS
Max. Input Power 440 W RMS
Approx. 180.0 mm x 394.0 mm x 290.0 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D)
(7.0 inch x 15.5 inch x 11.4 inch)

SPK8-S (SPK8-S, S78S1-S), Sold Separately

Wireless receiver
Power requirements Refer to the main label on the wireless receiver.
Power consumption Refer to the main label on the wireless receiver.
Rear 70 W RMS x 2 (3 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
Approx. 60.0 mm x 220.0 mm x 175.0 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D)
(2.4 inch x 8.7 inch x 6.9 inch)

Rear speakers (Each)

Type 1 Way 1 Speaker
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Impedance 3Ω
Rated Input Power 70 W RMS
Max. Input Power 140 W RMS
Approx. 100.0 mm x 140.0 mm x 100.0 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D)
(3.9 inch x 5.5 inch x 3.9 inch)

yy Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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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

yy Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray
near the unit.
yy Wiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.
yy Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact
with the unit for a long period of time.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the unit, 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.

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