LG DSH8 User Guide

OWNER’S MANUAL

DSH8

SMART Hi-Fi

AUDIO

Wireless Multi-room Sound Bar

To view the instructions of advanced features, visit

http://www.lg.com and then download Owner’s Manual.

Some of the content in this manual may differ from your unit.

MODEL

DSH8

www.lg.com

Copyright © 2016-2017 LG Electronics. 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
						CAUTION
				RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
				DO NOT OPEN		Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device.
		CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC				Do not use a power supply from another device or
		SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)				another manufacturer. Using any other power cable
		NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER				or power supply may cause damage to the device and
		SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.				void your warranty.
				This lightning flash with arrowhead		CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
				symbol within an equilateral triangle		The Power Plug is the disconnecting device.In case
				is intended to alert the user to the		of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily
				presence of uninsulated dangerous		accessible.
				voltage within the product’s enclosure		Check the specification page of this owner’s manual
				that may be of sufficient magnitude to
						to be certain of the current requirements.
	constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
						Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets,
	The exclamation point 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 important operating and
						are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result
				maintenance (servicing) instructions
						in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the
				in the literature accompanying the
						cord of your device, and if its appearance indicates
				product.
						damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of
	WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
						the device, and have the cord replaced with an exact
	HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN					replacement part by an authorized service center.
	OR MOISTURE.					Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical
	WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a					abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed
	confined space such as a book case or similar unit.					in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to
	CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around					plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits

this product. (ex. Electrical swatter)This product may	the device.
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 shall be never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surface.This product shall not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instruction has been adhered to.

CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator.

Safety way to remove the battery from the equipment: Remove the old battery or battery pack, follow the steps in reverse order than the assembly. To prevent contamination of the environment and bring on possible threat to human and animal health, the old battery or the battery put it in the appropriate container at designated collection points. Do not dispose of batteries or battery together with other waste.It is recommended that you use local, free reimbursement systems batteries and accumulators. The battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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Table of Contents

1Getting Started

2Safety Information

6 Main Features

6Introduction

7Front panel

7Rear panel

8Remote control

9Installing the sound bar

9 Mounting the main unit on a wall

27 –  Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (iOS)

30Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)

30 –  Connecting the additional speaker to your network with a LAN cable

32 –  Connecting the additional speaker to your network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method

34 Using the Bridge

34 –  Use as a root device (wired to the home router)

36–  Use as a wireless extender

37Using Media Server for PC

37–  Music Flow PC Software for windows

38–  Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials for Mac OS

	2	Connecting	3		Operating
	11	Organizing cables
			40		Enjoying the Music with Music Flow Player app
	11	Connecting the AC Adapter
	11	Wireless subwoofer connection	40		–  Overview of Home menu
	12	Connecting to your TV	41		–  Overview of the side menu
	12	–  Using an OPTICAL cable	42		–  Playing a song
	13	–  LG Sound Sync	43		–  Overview of Playback
	14	–  Using an HDMI cable	45		Different ways of listening to music
	14	–  Enjoy rich sound broadcast of the channel	45		–  Group Playback
		with the sound bar	46		–  Surround Sound Mode (Home Cinema
	15	–  What is SIMPLINK?			Mode)
	15	–  ARC (Audio Return Channel) function	48		–  Seamless playback
	16	–  Additional information for HDMI	49		Setting the Speaker with Music Flow Player
	16	Optional equipment connection			app
	16	–  HDMI connection	49		–  Overview of setting menu
	17	–  PORTABLE IN connection	49		–  [General] Menu
	18	–  OPTICAL IN connection	50		–  [Speakers] Menu
	19	Initial Multi-Room Setup	51		–  [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu
	19	–  Wired connection (MUSICflow Mesh	51		–  [Account management] Menu
		Network Connection)	51		–  [Time Zone] Menu
	19	–  Wireless connection (Standard Wireless	52		–  [Advanced Settings] Menu
		Connection)	54		–  [Chromecast] Menu
	19	Installing “Music Flow Player” App	54		–  [Version Info.] Menu
	20	–  Starting with Music Flow Player app	54		–  [Open source licenses] Menu
	21	Connecting the speaker to your Home	55		Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology
		Network	55		–  About Bluetooth
	21	–  Simple Connection (EZ Setup)	55		–  Bluetooth profiles
	22	–  Connecting the speaker to your network	55		–  Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device
		with a LAN cable	56		Other operations
	24	–  Connecting the speaker to your Network	56		–  DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
		via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android)	56		–  AV Sync

					Table of Contents		5
	56	–  Using your TV remote control	5		Appendix
	57	–  Turn off the sound temporarily
			64		File requirement
	57	–  Sleep timer setting
			64		Trademarks and licenses
	57	–  Auto power down					1
			65		Specifications
	58	–  AUTO POWER On/Off
	58	–  Auto Display Off / Dimmer	67		Handling the Speaker
			67 Important Information Relating to Network
	59	Sound adjustment
					Services
	59	–  Adjust volume level automatically
			68		TERMS OF USE
	59	–  Adjust the Treble/Bass/Sub-woofer					2
	59	–  Night mode
	59	Standby mode
	59	–  Standby mode
	59	–  Network standby mode
	60	–  Bluetooth standby mode					3
	60	Reset the Speaker
	60	–  Resetting the speaker
	4	Troubleshooting					4
	61	Troubleshooting
	61	–  General
	62	–  Network
	63	–  Application and PC Software
	63	–  NOTES to use wireless					5

Some of the content in this manual may differ from Music Flow Player app depending on the application’s version.

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Main Features

Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android device

Enjoys music from iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android device with simple connection.

LG Sound Sync

Controls volume level of this unit by the remote control of your LGTV that is compatible with LG Sound Sync.

Portable In

Listens to music from your portable device.

Music Flow Player application

Listens to music stored on your smart device.

You can control this speaker with your iPod touch/ iPhone/iPad or Android device via Music Flow Player app.This speaker and your smart device must be connected to the same network. Visit Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store” or use the QR code shown below to search for “Music Flow Player” app. For detailed information, refer to page 19.

Introduction

Symbol used in this manual

,,Note

Indicates special notes and operating features.

>>Caution

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.

Symbols

~Refers to alternating current(AC).

0 Refers to direct current(DC).

Refers to class II equipment.

1 Refers to stand-by.

!Refers to “ON” (power).

Refers to dangerous voltage.

(Android OS)

(Apple iOS)

yy Depending on the application’s version and the settings of smart device, Music Flow Player app may not be operated normally.

yy Some smart devices may not be compatible with this speaker.

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Front panel

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ALED indicator	DThe buttons are located on the rear.
Shows connection status.
BDisplay window
CRemote sensor

Rear panel

HDMI OUT			HDMI IN		LAN
	(TV ARC)

A1/!(Standby/On)

F (Function): Selects the function and input source. (OPTICAL / HDMIIN / WI-FI / BT READY / LGTV / PORTABLE)

-/+ (Volume)

(Wi-Fi): Connects initial MUSICflow product to your network wirelessly.

(Add): Adds the additional MUSICflow

product to your network.

(In case that one or more MUSICflow product is connected.)

BDC IN (AC adapter input)

COPTICAL IN connectors

DPORTABLE IN connector

EUSB (Service only) : S/W download connector

FHDMI OUT (TV ARC) : Connect to HDMIIN (ARC) onTV.

GHDMI IN HLAN port

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	Remote control									• • • • • • • • • • • • • •A•
										1(Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF. / Switches
										to the standby mode.
										F : Selects the function and the input source.
										SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode.
										(Mute) : Mutes the sound.
										: Set Night mode to On to reduce the sound
										intensity and improve fineness and softness.
										: Adjusts sound level ofTreble, Bass and Sub-
										woofer.
										VOL o/p: Adjusts speaker volume.
										• • • • • • • • • • • • • •B•
										C/V(Skip) :
										- Skips Fast backward or Forward.
										dM(Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
										DRC : Turns on or off DRC function.
										REPEAT : Listen to your music repeatedly.
										-- Press and hold REPEAT on the remote control
										for about 3 seconds, you can see the connected
										bluetooth device name on the bluetooth function.
										AUTO VOL : Turns on or off the AUTO VOLUME
										mode.
										AV SYNC
										- Synchronizes the audio and video.
										- ControlsTV remote. (Page 56)
	Replacement of Battery									SLEEP : Sets the system to turn off automatically at
										a specified time.
	Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote
										AUTO POWER :
	control, and insert the battery with 4and 5
										-Turns on or off AUTO POWER function.
	matched correctly.
										(Page 58.)
										-Turns on or off Auto Display. (Page 58)

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Installing the sound bar

You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the other device :TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.

Place the unit in front of theTV and connect it to the device you want. (Refer to pp. 12 - 18)

You can place the wireless subwoofer anywhere in your room. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the main unit.Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce the wall reflections.

Mounting the main unit on a wall

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>>Caution

yy For best performance of wireless connection such as Bluetooth or wireless subwoofer, do not install the unit on Metallic furniture because wireless connection communicates through a module positioned on the bottom of the unit.

yy Be careful not to make scratches on the surface of the Unit /Sub-Woofer when installing or moving them.

,,Note

For the convenient button usage, it is recommended to take some distance between the soundbar and yourTV when you install the sound bar.

>>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 Wall bracket

Screws

(Not supplied)

Screws (A)

Wall plug

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1. Match theTV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket	5. Put the unit on the brackets to match screw
install guide with the bottom ofTV and attach to	holes on the bottom of the unit.
the position.
TV

6. Fix the unit with the screws firmly.

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.

3.Remove the Wall bracket install guide.

4.Fix the brackets with screws (A) as shown in the illustration below.

,,Note

To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order.

>>Caution

yy Do not install this unit upside down.It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury.

yy Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid 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.

,,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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Organizing cables

Organize the cable with cable holder.

1.Attach and fix the cable holder as shown below.

2.Insert cables to the cable holder.

Connecting the AC

Adapter

Connect the speaker to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter.

1.Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter.

2.Connect the AC adapter cable to DCIN adapter input.

3.Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

>>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.

Wireless subwoofer connection

LED indicator of wireless subwoofer

LED Color	Status
Green	The connection is trying.
(Blink)
Green	The connection is completed.
Red	The wireless subwoofer is in
	standby mode or the connection
	is failed.
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 wireless subwoofer to the outlet.

2.Turn on the main unit :The main unit and wireless subwoofer will be automatically connected.

Manually pairing wireless subwoofer

When your connection is not completed, you can see the red LED or the blinking of green LED on the wireless subwoofer and the subwoofer does not make sound.To solve the problem, follow the below steps.

1.Adjust volume level of the main unit to minimum. -- ”VOL MIN” appears on the display window.

2.Press and hold (Mute) on the remote control

for about 3 seconds.

-- “SUB-WF RESET” appears on the display window briefly.

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3. If the LED of the wireless subwoofer already Connecting to your TV blinks in green continually, you can skip this step.

Press and hold PAIRING on the back of the

wireless subwoofer for more than 5 seconds. Please connect with this unit andTV using the optical digital cable or HDMI cable considering the state of

the TV.

Red Green

-- The LED of the wireless subwoofer lights up alternately in red and green.

4.Disconnect the power cord of the main unit and the wireless subwoofer.

5.Connect them again after the LED of the main unit and the wireless subwoofer is fully turned off.

The main unit and the wireless subwoofer will be

paired automatically when you turn on the main unit.

-- When the connection is completed, you can see the green LED on the subwoofer.

,,Note

yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make sounds.

yy The closer the main unit and the subwoofer, the better sound quality.It is recommended to install the main unit and the subwoofer as close as possible and avoid the cases below.

-- There is a obstacle between the main unit and the subwoofer.

-- There is a device using same frequency with this wireless connection such as a medical equipment, a microwave or a wireless LAN device.

Using an OPTICAL cable

1.Connect the OPTICALIN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on theTV using an

OPTICAL cable.

Optical cable

2.Set the input source to OPTICAL. Press repeatedly F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

,,Note

yy You can enjoy theTV audio through the speakers of this unit. In the case of someTV models, you must select the external speaker option from theTV menu. (For details, reference yourTV user manual.)

yy Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the sound through this unit :

TV setting menu [[Sound] [[TV Sound output] [[External speaker (Optical)]

yy Details of TV setting menu vary depending on the manufacturers or models of yourTV.

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LG Sound Sync

With wired connection

You can control some functions of this unit by yourTV’s remote control with LG Sound Sync.It is compatible with the LGTV that is supported LG

Sound Sync. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo on yourTV.

Controllable function by LGTV’s remote control : Volume up/down, mute

Refer to theTV’s instruction manual for the details of LG Sound Sync.

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

,,Note

yy You can also use the remote control of this unit while using LG Sound Sync.If you useTV's remote control again, the unit synchronizes with theTV.

yy When the connection fails, make sure of the condition of theTV and power.

yy Make sure of the condition of this unit and the connection in the cases below when using LG Sound Sync.

-- turn off the unit.

-- Changing the function to the others. -- Disconnecting the optical cable.

yy The amount of time to turn off this unit is different depending on yourTV when you set AUTO POWER function to ON.

1.Connect your LGTV to the unit by using an optical cable.

Optical cable

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2.Set up the sound output ofTV to listen to the sound through this unit :

TV setting menu [[Sound] [[TV Sound output] [[LG Sound Sync (Optical)]

3.Turn on the unit by pressing 1(Power) on the remote control.

4.Select OPTICAL function by using F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

You can see “LG OPT” on the display window if connecting normally between this unit and your

TV.

,,Note

Details ofTV setting menu vary depending on the manufacturers or models of yourTV.

With wireless connection

1.Turn on the unit by pressing 1(Power) on the remote control.

2.Select LGTV function by using F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

3.Set up LG Sound Sync (Wireless) on theTV. Refer to theTV’s instruction manual.

“PAIRED” appears on the display window for about 3 seconds and then you can see “LGTV” on the display window if connecting normally between this unit and yourTV.

,,Note

If you turned off the unit directly by pressing 1(Power), LG Sound Sync (Wireless) will be disconnected.

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Using an HDMI cable

If you connect this unit to aTV that supports HDMI CEC and ARC (Audio Return Channel), you can enjoy theTV audio through the speakers of this unit without connecting the optical cable.

Connect the HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on theTV using an HDMI cable.

HDMI OUT (TV ARC)

HDMI cable

,,Note

yy HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control): Using a single remote control, you have the ability to operate CEC compatible devices (TV, Sound Bar, Blue-ray player, etc.)

yy You can also enjoy extra functions such as Bluetooth with F on remote control or F on this unit. When you go back to liveTV channel after using the extra functions (Bluetooth) of this audio system, you should choose your preferred speaker onTV to enjoy the sound from this audio system again.

HDMI cable Checklist

Some HDMI cables do not support the ARC function, this can result in no sound output.

When connecting this unit to theTV, if there is no sound, there might be a problem with the HDMI cable. Therefore connect this unit to theTV and check whether theType A, High speed HDMI™ Cable with Ethernet.

STANDARD HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET	(X)
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE	(X)
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET	(O)

Enjoy rich sound broadcast of the channel with the sound bar

Connection through HDMI Cable*

Your television must support the newest HDMI features (HDMI CEC1) / ARC (Audio Return Channel)) to fully enjoy the Live broadcasting channel with audio system through an HDMI cable. Unless your TV supports these HDMI features, the audio system should be connected through an OPTICAL cable.

1) HDMI CEC (High-Definition MultimediaInterface Consumer Electronics Control)

Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is an HDMI feature designed to allow the user to command and control the CEC-enabled devices, that are connected through HDMI by using only one of their remote controls.

* Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+ (Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips), etc.

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What is SIMPLINK?

Some functions of this unit are controlled by the TV’s remote control when this unit and LGTV’s with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.

Controllable functions by LGTV’s remote control : Power on/off, volume up/down, etc.

Refer to theTV owner’s manual for the details of SIMPLINK function.

LGTV’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 aTV or a player which is connected with this unit, SIMPLINK operation may differ from your purpose.

ARC (Audio Return Channel) function

The ARC function enables an HDMI capableTV to send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.

To use this function :

-- YourTV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set to On.

-- The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may differ depending on theTV. For details about ARC function, refer to yourTV manual.

-- You must use the HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ cable with Ethernet).

-- You must connect the HDMI OUT on the unit with HDMIIN of theTV that supports ARC function using an HDMI cable.

-- You can connect only one Sound bar toTV compatible with ARC.

,,Note

yy ARC function is automatically selected when ARC signal comes in fromTV, no matter what kind of the function you are using.

yy You can enjoy theTV audio through the speakers of this unit. In the case of someTV models, you must select the external speaker option from theTV menu. (For details, reference yourTV user manual.)

yy Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the sound through this unit :

TV setting menu [[Sound] [[TV Sound output] [[External speaker (HDMI ARC)]

yy Details of TV setting menu vary depending on the manufacturers or models of yourTV.

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Additional information for HDMI

yy When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following:

-Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this player. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this player.

-The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.

-The connected device is compatible with

720 x 576p, 1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i or 1920 x 1080p video input.

yy Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will work with this player.

-The picture will not be displayed properly with non-HDCP device.

,,Note

yy If a connected HDMI device does not accept the audio output of the player, the HDMI device’s audio sound may be distorted or may not output.

yy Changing the resolution when the connection has already been established may result in malfunctions.To solve the problem, turn off the player and then turn it on again.

yy When the HDMI connection with HDCP is not verified,TV screen is changed to black screen. In this case, check the HDMI connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.

yy If there are noises or lines on the screen, please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 4.5 m.

yy You cannot change the video resolution in the HDMIIN mode. Change the video resolution of the connected component.

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, 720p, 1080i or 1080p.

Optional equipment connection

HDMI connection

For enjoying sound only

You can enjoy the sound from the external device you connect.

To the Blu-ray disc player,

DVD player, etc.

1.Connect HDMIIN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the audio device such as Bluray disc player, DVD player, etc.

2.Set the input source to HDMIIN. Press repeatedly F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

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For enjoying both sound and picture

PORTABLE IN connection

You can enjoy both sound and picture from the external device you connect.

HDMI OUT (TV ARC)

1.Connect HDMIIN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device such as Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.

2.Connect HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of the unit to HDMIIN jack on theTV.

3.Set the input source to HDMIIN. Press repeatedly F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

,,Note

HDMI OUT jack is forTV connection. Even though PCM multi channel is inputted to the unit through an HDMI cable, the unit can only output 2 channel toTV.

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Listening to music from your portable player

The unit can be used to play the music from many types of portable players or external devices.

1.Connect the portable player to the PORTABLEIN connector of the unit.

2.Turn the power on by pressing 1(Power).

3.Select the PORTABLE function by pressing F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

4.Turn on the portable player or external device and start playing it.

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OPTICAL IN connection

Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPTICALIN jack.

Optical cable

To the optical output jack of external device

1.Connect the OPTICALIN jack on the back of the unit to optical out jack of yourTV (or digital device etc.)

2.Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing F on the remote control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

3.Listen to sound from the connected device.

To the optical output jack of external device

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Initial Multi-Room Setup

When installing the MUSICflow product for the first time, you can choose two types of connection as below.

Wired connection (MUSICflow Mesh Network Connection)

Connect your speaker to the home router using LAN cable.

Then you can connect the additional MUSICflow products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly. Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)” on page 30.

LAN Cable

Wireless connection (Standard Wireless Connection)

When the wired connection is unavailable between your speaker and home router, this unit offers music streaming service within home router’s Wi-Fi coverage.

Connect one of the your speaker to the home router wirelessly.

Then you can connect the additional MUSICflow products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly. Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)” on page 30.

Wireless signal

Installing “Music Flow

Player” App

Through Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store”

1.Tap the Apple “App Store” icon or Google “Play Store” icon.

2.Type in “Music Flow Player” in the search bar and tap “Search”.

3.Select “Music Flow Player” in the search result list to download.

,,Note

yy Music Flow Player app will be available in version of the software as follow; Android OS : Ver 4.0 (ICS) (or later) iOS O/S : Ver 6.0 (or later)

yy Depending on the device, “Music Flow Player” app may not work.

Through QR code

Install “Music Flow Player” app through QR code. Scan the QR code using the scanning application.

(Android OS)

(Apple iOS)

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,,Note		3. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker
yy	Make sure that your smart device is	you’ve purchased.
	connected to the internet.
yy	Make sure that your smart device has a
	scanning application.If you don’t have,
	download it from Apple “App Store” icon or
	Google “Play Store”.

Starting with Music Flow Player app

When you launch Music Flow Player 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 [Accept].

Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home Network” on page 21.

,,Note

If you want to return to the terms of use screen, initialize the Music Flow Player app on the smart device’s setting menu.

2.Check the contents of Chromecast Service and select [Accept].

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Connecting the speaker to your Home Network

Using a wired network provides the best performance, because the attached devices connect directly to the network without radio frequency interference.

Please refer to the documentation for your network device for further instructions.

Preparation

yy Make sure that wireless network environment using a router is installed at your home.

yy Make sure that the speaker and the smart device are connected to the same router.

Requirements

yy Wireless router

yy Smart device (Android or iOS)

,,Note

yy Make sure that DHCP’s server is activated on wireless router.

yy If you cannot connect the speaker with your router, go to setting of the router and then make sure that “Allow wireless client to see each other and access my local network” box is unchecked.

Simple Connection (EZ Setup)

Preparation

yy For Simple Connection, Wi-Fi network condition is needed.

yy Make sure that the Bluetooth setting on your smart device in on.

,,Note

yy Simple Connection is supported by Bluetooth Ver 4.0 (or higher).

yy If Simple Connection screen is not displayed on the screen, connect the unit by the other way. Please refer to “Connecting the speaker to your network with a LAN cable” (page 22) or “Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method” (page 24 or page 27)

1. Plug in the desired device, and tap [Next].

2.App searches for the speaker and connects it automatically,Tap [Next].

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3.If the network password is set, security screen is displayed.Type the password.

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Connecting the speaker to your network with a LAN cable

Connection overview

Broadband service

4. After typing password, tap [Next].	Router

LAN

5. Tap [Finish] to finish making the connection.

After finishing,TV connection screen is displayed.

Follow the direction on the screen.