LG NB3630A User guide
OWNER’S MANUAL
300 W SOUND BAR
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it
for future reference.
NB3630A (NB3630A, S33A1-D)
ENGLISH
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1 Getting Started
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Safety Information
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This lightning ash with
arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sucient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
conned space such as a book case or similar unit.
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 builtin installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instruction has been adhered to.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon
a dedicated circuit;
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only
that appliance and has no additional outlets or
branch circuits. Check the specication page of this
owner’s manual to be certain. Do not overload wall
outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged
wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or
damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
Any of these conditions could result in electric
shock or re. Periodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
appliance, and have the cord replaced with an
exact replacement part by an authorized service
center. Protect the power cord from physical or
mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,
pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay
particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and
the point where the cord exits the appliance. To
disconnect power from the mains, pull out the
mains cord plug. When installing the product,
ensure that the plug is easily accessible.
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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, re or the like.
Disposal of your old appliance
1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it
means the product is covered by
the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
2. All electrical and electronic products
should be disposed of separately
from the municipal waste stream
via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or
the local authorities.
3. The correct disposal of your
old appliance will help prevent
potential negative consequences
for the environment and human
health.
4. For more detailed information about
disposal of your old appliance,
please contact your city office,
waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators
1. When this crossed-out wheeled
bin symbol is attached to batteries/
accumulators of Your product
it means they are covered by
European Directive 2006/66/EC.
2. This symbol may be combined with
chemical symbols for mercury(Hg),
cadmium(Cd) or lead(Pb) if the
battery Contains more that 0.0005%
of mercury,0.002% of cadmium or
0.004% of lead.
3. All batteries/accumulators should
be disposed separately from
the municipal waste stream via
designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or
the local authorities.
4. The correct disposal of Your old
batteries/accumulators will help
to prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment,
animal and human health.
5. For more detailed information
about disposal of Your old batteries/
accumulators, please contact Your
city office, waste disposal service or
the shop where You purchased the
product.
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Table of Contents4
Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
2 Safety Information
6 Introduction
6 – About the “7” symbol display
6 Accessories
7 Front Panel
7 Rear Panel
8 Remote Control
9 Mounting the main unit on a wall
2 Connecting
11 Speaker Connection
11 – Pairing wireless subwoofer
12 Connecting to Your TV
12 – HDMI Connection
13 – What is SIMPLINK?
13 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function
14 – Resolution Setting
15 – Optical digital audio connection
15 Connections with external device
15 – OPTICAL IN connection
3 System Setting
16 Initial Setup
16 Settings
16 – Adjust the setup settings
17 – [DISPLAY] menu
18 – [LANGUAGE] menu
19 – [AUDIO] menu
20 – [OTHERS] menu
21 Sound Effect
4 Operating
22 Home Menu Display
22 – Using [HOME] menu
22 – Using the Smart Share
23 Playing the Linked Devices
23 – Playing a USB device
24 General Playback
24 – Basic operations for video and audio
content
24 – Basic operations for photo content
24 – Resume playback
25 On-Screen Display
25 – To control video playback
26 – To control photo view
27 Advanced Playback
27 – Repeat playback
27 – Repeating a specific portion
27 – Playing from selected time
28 – Selecting a subtitle language
28 – Hearing a different audio
28 – Changing the TV Aspect Ratio
29 – Changing Subtitle Code Page
29 – Changing the Picture Mode
29 – Viewing content information
30 – Changing content list view
30 – Selecting a subtitle file
31 – Listening to music during slide show
31 – Setting the [3D] option
32 Using Bluetooth® technology
32 – Listening to music stored on the
Bluetooth devices
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5 Troubleshooting
34 Troubleshooting
34 – General
35 – Picture
35 – Sound
6 Appendix
36 Controlling a TV with the Supplied
Remote Control
36 – Setting up the remote to control your
TV
37 Additional Information
37 – File requirement
38 – Certain system requirements
39 Audio Output Specifications
40 Trademarks and Licenses
42 Specifications
43 Maintenance
43 – Handling the unit
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Some of the content in this manual may dier from your unit depending on the software of the
unit or your service provider.
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Introduction
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Term Symbol Description
Indicates special
Note
Caution
,
>
notes and operating
features.
Indicates cautions
for preventing
possible damages
from abuse.
About the “7” symbol display
“7” may appear on your TV display during
operation and indicates that the function explained
in this owner’s manual is not available on that
specic media.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Remote control (1) Batteries (2)
HDMI cable (1) USB Cable (1)
Wall Mount Bracket
Installation Template
(1)
Wall bracket (1)
Cable ties for arranging
cables (2)
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Front Panel
a b c d e
f g h f
a 1/!
b
c T
d I
e
f
g
h
(Standby/On)
– / + (Volume)
Adjusts speaker volume.
(Play / Pause)
(Stop)
F (Function)
Press it repeatedly to select other function.
Speakers
Display window
USB Port
Note
,
Open USB cover by using your nger to
connect USB.
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Caution
>
Precautions in using the touch buttons
yUse the touch buttons with clean and dry
hands.
- In a humid environment, wipe out any
moisture on the touch buttons before
using.
yDo 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.
yTouch the button that you want to work in
order to operate the function correctly.
yBe careful not to have any conductive
material such as metallic object on the
touch buttons. It may cause the unit to
malfunction.
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Rear Panel
a
b
HDMI OUT connector
a
OPT. IN connector
b
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c
DC IN connector
c
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Remote Control
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Battery Installation
• • • • • • a • • • • • •
(Power): Switches the unit ON
1
or OFF.
OPTICAL/TV SOUND:
Changes input mode to optical
directly.
FUNCTION (P): Changes input
mode.
0-9 numerical buttons: Selects
numbered options in a menu.
CLEAR: Removes a mark on the
search menu or a number when
setting the password.
REPEAT (h): Repeats a desired
section or sequence.
• • • • • • b • • • • •
c/v
backward or forward.
C/V
next or previous chapter/title/le.
Z
z
M
SPEAKER LEVEL: Sets the sound
level of desired speaker.
SOUND EFFECT: Selects a sound
eect mode.
VOL +/-: Adjusts speaker volume.
AUDIO: Selects an audio language
or audio channel.
MUTE(@): Mute the unit.
(SCAN): Searches
(SKIP): Goes to the
(Stop): Stops playback.
(Play): Starts playback.
(Pause): Pauses playback.
• • • • • • c • • • • •
HOME (
[Home Menu].
SUBTITLE: Selects a subtitle
language.
INFO/MENU (m): Displays or exits
On-Screen Display.
Direction buttons: Selects an
option in the menu.
ENTER (b): Acknowledges menu
selection.
BACK (
resumes playback.
POP UP: Displays a pop-up menu,
if available.
SLEEP: Sets the system to turn off
automatically at a specified time.
• • • • • • d • • • • •
Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons:
They are used as shortcut buttons
for specic menus.
TV Control Buttons: See page
36.
): Displays or exits the
): Exits the menu or
Remove the battery cover on the
rear of the Remote Control, and
insert two R03 (size AAA) battery
and matched correctly.
with
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Mounting the main
unit on a wall
You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Prepare screws and bracket.
Unit
Wall Mount Bracket
Installation Template
1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall Mount
Bracket Installation Template with the bottom
of TV and attach to the position.
Wall bracket
TV
2. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use
the wall plugs (Not supplied). You should drill
some holes. A guide sheet (Wall Mount Bracket
Installation Template) is supplied to drill. Use the
sheet to check the point to drill.
Wall Mount Bracket Installation Template
Note
,
Screws 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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3. Remove the Wall Mount Bracket Installation
Template.
4. Fix it with screws (not supplied) as shown in the
illustration below.
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5. Hang the main unit onto the bracket as shown
below.
Caution
>
yDo not install this unit upside down. It can
damage the parts of this unit or be the
cause of personal injury.
yDo not hang onto the installed unit and
avoid any impact to the unit.
ySecure the unit rmly to the wall so that it
does not fall o. If the unit falls o, it may
result in an injury of a person or damage to
the product.
yWhen 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
,
Detach the unit from the bracket as shown
below.
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2 Connecting
Speaker Connection
Pairing wireless subwoofer
LED indicator of wireless subwoofer
LED Color Status
Yellow-green The wireless subwoofer is
Yellow-green
(blink)
Red The Wireless subwoofer is in
O (No
display)
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.
receiving the signal of the unit.
The wireless subwoofer is trying
to connect.
standby mode.
The power cord of wireless
subwoofer is disconnected.
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Note
,
yIf there is a strong electromagnetic wave
product nearby, interference may occur. Put
the unit (Wireless subwoofer and main unit)
away from there.
yIf you operate main unit then wireless
subwoofer sound within a few seconds in
standby mode.
ySet the distance between this unit and
subwoofer Receiver within 10 m (32 ft.).
yOptimum performance can be
implemented only when the unit and
the Wireless subwoofer within distance
of 2 m (6 ft.) to 10 m (32 ft.) is used since
communication failure may occur if longer
distance is used.
yIt takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the Wireless Transmitter and subwoofer
to communicate with each other.
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Connecting
Manually pairing wireless subwoofer
When your connection is not completed, you can
see the red LED on the woofer and woofer is not
made sound. To solve the problem, follow the
below steps.
1. Press and hold Z (Stop) button on the unit
and MUTE button on the remote control
simultaneously.
- Displays the “REMATE”.
2. Press PAIRING on back of the woofer.
- The Yellow-green LED will flicker.
3. Turn off and on the unit.
- If you see “Yellow-green” LED, it’ s successful.
4. If you don’t see “Yellow-green” LED, try again
Step 1 - Step 3.
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Connecting to Your TV
HDMI Connection
If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect
it to this unit using a HDMI cable (Type A, High
speed HDMI™ cable with Ethernet). Connect the
HDMI jack on the unit to the HDMI jack on a HDMI
compatible TV or monitor.
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TV
Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s
manual).
HDMI cable
Note
,
yIf a connected HDMI device does not accept
the audio output of the unit, the HDMI
device’s audio sound may be distorted or
may not output.
yWhen you use HDMI connection, you can
change the resolution for the HDMI output.
(Refer to “Resolution Setting” on page 14 )
ySelect the type of video output from the
HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting]
option on the [Settings] menu (see page
18).
yChanging the resolution when the
connection has already been established
may result in malfunctions. To solve the
problem, restart the unit.
yWhen the HDMI connection with HDCP
is not veried, TV screen is changed to
black screen. In this case, check the HDMI
connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.
yIf there are noises or lines on the screen,
please check the HDMI cable (length is
generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft.)).
Additional Information for HDMI
yWhen you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible
device, make sure of the followings:
-Try switching o the HDMI/DVI device and
this unit. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI
device and leave it for around 30 seconds,
then switch on this unit.
-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.
yNot all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices
will work with this unit.
-The picture will not be displayed properly
with non-HDCP device.
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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 :
Power on/o, volume up/down, etc.
Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of
SIMPLINK function.
LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as
shown above.
Note
,
Depending on the state of the unit, some
SIMPLINK operation may dier from your
purpose or not work.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
function
The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to
send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.
To use this function:
-Your TV 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
dier depending on the TV. For details about
ARC function, refer to your TV 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 HDMI IN of the TV that supports ARC
function using an HDMI cable.
-You can connect only one Sound bar to TV
compatible with ARC.
Note
,
To active [SIMPLINK/ARC] function, set this
option to [On]. (page 21)
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Resolution Setting
The unit provides several output resolutions for
HDMI OUT jack. You can change the resolution
using [Settings] menu.
1. Press HOME (
2. Use
3. Use
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4. Use
A/D
ENTER (b). The [Settings] menu appears.
W/S
press D to move to the second level.
W/S
then press ENTER (b) to move to the third
level.
).
to select the [Settings] and press
to select [DISPLAY] option then
to select the [Resolution] option
Note
,
yIf your TV does not accept the resolution
you have set on the unit, you can set
resolution to 576p as follows:
1. Press HOME (
menu.
2 Press Z (Stop) for more than 5 seconds.
yIf you select a resolution manually and then
connect the HDMI jack to TV and your TV
does not accept it, the resolution setting is
set to [Auto].
yIf you select a resolution that your TV
does not accept, the warning message
will appear. After resolution change,
if you cannot see the screen, please
wait 20 seconds and the resolution will
automatically revert back to the previous
resolution.
) to disappear the HOME
5. Use
press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection.
to select the desired resolution then
W/S
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