LG NB2520A User Manual

ENGLISH

OWNER’S MANUAL

Sound Bar System with Built-in Subwoofer

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

NB2520A

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	Safety information			CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
				Most appliances recommend they be placed upon
				a dedicated circuit;
		CAUTION		That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only
		RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK		that appliance and has no additional outlets or
		DO NOT OPEN		branch circuits. Check the specification page of this
	CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC			owner’s manual to be certain. Do not overload wall
	SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO			outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged
	USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING			wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or
	TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.			damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
		This lightning flash with		Any of these conditions could result in electric
				shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your
		arrowhead symbol within an		appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
		equilateral triangle is intended to		or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
		alert the user to the presence of		appliance, and have the cord replaced with an
		uninsulated dangerous voltage		exact replacement part by an authorized service
		within the product’s enclosure		center. Protect the power cord from physical or
		that may be of sufficient		mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,
		magnitude to constitute a risk of		pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay
		electric shock to persons.		particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and
		The exclamation point within an		the point where the cord exits the appliance. To
				disconnect power from the mains, pull out the
		equilateral triangle is intended
				mains cord plug. hen installing the product, ensure
		to alert the user to the presence
				that the plug is easily accessible.
		of important operating and
		maintenance (servicing)
		instructions in the literature		This device is equipped with a portable battery or
		accompanying the product.
				accumulator.
	WARNING: This product contains chemicals known			Safety way to remove the battery or the
				battery from the equipment: Remove the
	to the State of California to cause cancer and birth			old battery or battery pack, follow the steps
	defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
				in reverse order than the assembly. To prevent
	after handling.
				contamination of the environment and bring on
	WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK			possible threat to human and animal health, the
	HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN			old battery or the battery put it in the appropriate
	OR MOISTURE.			container at designated collection points. Do
	WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a			not dispose of batteries or battery together with
				other waste. It is recommended that you use
	confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
				local, free reimbursement systems batteries and
	CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
				accumulators. The battery shall not be exposed to
	Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
				excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
	instructions.
	Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for			CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
	ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
	product and to protect it from over heating. The			water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled
	openings shall be never be blocked by placing the			with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
	product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.			apparatus.
	This product should 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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	FCC Compliance Statement	Note: This equipment has been tested and found
	This device complies with part 15 of the FCC	to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
		device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
	rules. Operation is subject to the following two
		These limits are designed to provide reasonable
	conditions:
		protection against harmful interference in a
	(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
		residential installation. This equipment generates,
	and
		uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
	(2) This device must accept any interference	and, if not installed and used in accordance with
	received, including interference that may cause	the instructions, may cause harmful interference
	undesired operation.	to radio communications. However, there is no
		guarantee that interference will not occur in a
		particular installation. If this equipment does
		cause harmful interference to radio or television
		reception, which can be determined by turning
		the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
		to try to correct the interference by one or more of
		the following measures:
		yy Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
		yy Increase the seperation between the equipment
		and receiver.
		yy Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
		circuit different from that to which the receiver is
		connected.
		yy Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
		technician for help.

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Table of Contents

3 Operating

1Getting Started

2Safety information

6	Unique features
6	–  Portable In
6	–  Speaker ez (easy) Setup
6	Accessories
6	Introduction

6–  Symbols Used in this Manual

7Remote control

8Front panel

8Rear panel

9Installing the sound bar

9Installing the cover foot

10Connecting IR transmitter

17Basic operations

17–  USB operation

17Other operations

17–  DOLBY DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

17–  AV Sync

18–  AUTO POWER On/Off

18–  Turn off the sound temporarily

18–  Displaying file and input source

19–  Sleep timer setting

20Sound adjustment

20–  Setting the surround mode

20–  3D Sound effect

20–  Adjust the woofer level settings

21Controlling a TV with the supplied remote control

21 –  Setting up the remote to control your TV

2 Connecting

11Connecting to your TV

11–  Using an HDMI cable

11–  What is SIMPLINK?

12–  ARC (Audio Return Channel) function

12–  Additional information for HDMI

13–  Using an OPTICAL cable

14Optional equipment connection

14–  HDMI connection

15–  PORT. (Portable) IN connection

15–  OPTICAL IN connection

15–  Speaker ez (easy) setup

16–  USB playback

16 –  Playable file

4 Troubleshooting

22 Troubleshooting

5 Appendix

23Trademarks and licenses

24Specifications

25Maintenance

25 –  Handling the unit

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Unique features

Portable In

Listen to music from your portable device. (MP3, Notebook, etc)

Introduction

Symbols Used in this Manual

,,Note

Indicates special notes and operating features.

	Speaker ez (easy) Setup	>>Caution
		Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
	Listen to sound from TV, DVD or Digital device with
		from abuse.
	vivid 2.1 or 2.0 ch mode.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Remote control (1)

Batteries (2)

Optical cable (1)

Cover foot (2)

IR transmitter (1)

Screw (4)

Gauze (1)

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Remote control	• • • • • • • • • • A •
	1(Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.

Battery Installation

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two (size AAA) battery withandmatched correctly.

INPUT : Selects the function and the input source.

W/SFOLDER : Searches for a folder of MP3/ WMA files. When a USB containing MP3/WMA files in several folders is being played,

press W/S FOLDER to select the folder you want to play.

OPTICAL : Changes input source to OPTICAL directly.

MUTE @: Mutes the sound. VOL +/- : Adjusts speaker volume.

• • • • • • • • • • B •

AUTO POWER : This function is automatically turned on the unit. (Refer to the page 18)

AV SYNC : Synchronizes the audio and video.

INFO : Displays the information of a file or an input source.

REPEAT : Listens to your files repeatedly or randomly.

C/V(Skip/Search) :

-Skips Fast backward or Forward.

-Searches for a section within a file.

Z(Stop) : Stops playback.

d/M(Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses playback.

SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode. 3D SOUND : Turns on and off the 3D Sound mode. WOOFER LEVEL : Sets the sound level of woofer.

• • • • • • • • • • C •

0 to 9 numerical buttons : Selects a file directly. DOLBY DRC : Sets the Dobly DRC.

SLEEP : Sets the system to turn off automatically at a specified time.

• • • • • • • • • • D •

TV Control buttons : See page 21.

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Front panel

A B C DE

F G

A1/!

BF (Function)

Selects the function and input source.

C- / + (Volume -/+) Adjusts volume level.

DT(Play/Pause)

EI(Stop)

FRemote sensor

GDisplay window

>>Caution

Precautions in using the touch buttons

yy Use the touch buttons with clean and dry hands.

- In a humid environment, wipe out any moisture on the touch buttons before using.

yy Do not press the touch buttons hard to make it work.

- If you apply too much strength, it can damage the sensor of the touch buttons.

yy Touch the button that you want to work in order to operate the function correctly.

yy Be careful not to have any conductive material such as metallic object on the touch buttons. It can cause malfunctions.

Rear panel

	A	B
		C
A Power Cord		B HDMI OUT TO TV
		HDMI IN 1/2/3
		C IR OUT
		USB port
		PORT. IN
		OPTICAL IN

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