LG NB3730A, NB3530A User Manual

ENGLISH

OWNER’S MANUAL

300 W Sound Bar System

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

FOR THE WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS,
PLEASE REFER TO BACK COVER OF THIS MANUAL.

NB3530A (NB3530A, S33A1-D)
NB3531A (NB3531A, S33A2-D)

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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 sucient
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
conned 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 specication 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. hen 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 or 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 shall 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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POWER: This unit operates on a mains supply of
200-240V~, 50/60Hz.

Wiring: This unit is supplied with a BS 1363
approved main plug. When replacing the fuse,

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always use of the same rating approved to BS

Getting Started

1362. Never use this plug with the fuse cover
omitted. To obtain a replacement fuse cover
contact your dealer. If the type of plug supplied is
not suitable for the mains sockets in your home,
then the plug should be removed and a suitable
type tted. Please refer to the wiring instructions
below:

Warning: A mains plug removed from the mains
lead of this unit must be destroyed. A mains plug
with bared wires is hazardous if inserted in a
mains socket. Do not connect either wire to the
earth pin, marked with the letter E or with the
earth symbol
yellow. If any other plug is tted, use same rating
of fuse in the plug.

Important: The wires in this mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following codes:

- BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE - As the colours
of the wires in the mains lead of this unit may
not correspond with the coloured marking
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed
as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must
be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured black. The wire
which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured red.

or coloured green or green and

Europe Notice

LG Electronics hereby declares that this/these
product(s) is/are in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, 2009/125/EC
and 2011/65/EU.

Please contact to the following address for
obtaining a copy of the DoC (Declaration of
Conformity).

Contact oce for compliance of this product:

LG Electronics Inc.
EU Representative, Krijgsman 1,
1186 DM Amstelveen, The Netherlands

yPlease note that this is NOT a Customer Service

contact point. For Customer Service Information,
see Warranty Card or contact the dealer that you
purchased this product.

Indoor Use Only

RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm between the
radiator and your body.

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Italy Notice

A general authorization is requested for outdoor
use in Italy.
The use of these equipments is regulated by:

1. D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, article 104 (activity
subject to general authorization) for outdoor
use and article 105 (free use) for indoor use, in
both cases for private use.

2. D.M. 28.5.03, for supply to public of RLAN access
to networks and telecom services.

L’uso degli apparati è regolamentato da:

1. D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, articoli 104 (attività
soggette ad autorizzazione generale) se utilizzati
al di fuori del proprio fondo e 105 (libero uso) se
utilizzati entro il proprio
fondo, in entrambi i casi per uso private.

2. D.M. 28.5.03, per la fornitura al pubblico
dell’accesso R-LAN alle reti e ai servizi di
telecomunicazioni.

Brazil Notice

Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto
é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência
prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e
não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando
em caráter primário.

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Table of Contents6

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information
8 Unique features
8 – Auto power down
8 – Portable In
8 – Speaker ez (easy) setup
8 – LG Sound Sync
8 Introduction
8 – Symbols used in this manual
8 Accessories
9 Remote control
10 Front panel
10 Rear panel
11 Mounting the main unit on a wall
13 Setting up
13 – Pairing wireless subwoofer

2 Connecting

14 Optional equipment connection
14 – PORT. (Portable) IN connection
14 – OPTICAL In connection
15 – USB connection
15 – Playable file
15 – Compatible USB devices
15 – USB device requirement

3 Operating

16 Basic operations
16 – USB operation
16 Other operations
16 – DRC (Dynamic range control)
16 – AV Sync
16 – Displaying file and input source
16 – Turn off the sound temporarily
17 – AUTO POWER On/Off
17 – Auto power down
17 – Sleep timer setting
17 – Dimmer
18 – LG Sound Sync
19 Using Bluetooth technology
20 – Listening to music stored on the

Bluetooth devices
21 Sound adjustment
21 – Setting the surround mode
21 – Auto volume On/Off
21 – Adjust the woofer level settings
22 Controlling a TV with the supplied remote

control

22 – Setting up the remote to control your

TV

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4 Troubleshooting

23 Troubleshooting

5 Appendix

24 Trademarks and licenses
25 Specifications
26 Maintenance
26 – Handling the unit

6 Warranty

27 Warranty

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4

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Unique features

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Auto power down

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This unit supports to turn o by itself for saving
energy consumption.

Portable In

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

Speaker ez (easy) setup

Listen to sounds from TV, DVD or Digital device
with vivid 2.1 or 2.0 ch mode.

LG Sound Sync

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

Introduction

Symbols used in this manual

Note

,

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip

,

Indicates tip and hints for making the task easier.

Caution

>

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Remote control (1) Batteries (2)

Wall Mount Bracket
Installation Template
(1)

Optical cable (1)

Wall bracket (1)

Cable ties for arranging
cables (2)

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Remote control

Battery installation

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

and matched correctly.

• • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • •

(Power): Switches the unit ON or OFF.

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FUNCTION: Changes input sources.

FOLDER: Searches for a folder of MP3/

W/S

WMA les. When an USB containing MP3/ WMA
les in several folders is being played,
press
to play.

OPTICAL: Changes input source to optical directly.

MUTE

-/+ VOL: Adjusts speaker volume.

• • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • •

AUTO POWER: This function is automatically
turned on the unit.

AV SYNC: Synchronizes the audio and video.

INFO: Displays the le or input source information.

REPEAT: Listens to your les repeatedly or

randomly.

C/V

- Skips Fast backward or Forward.

- Searches for a section within a le.

: Stops playback.

Z
d/M

SOUND EFFECT: Selects a sound eect mode.

AUTO VOLUME: Turns on and o the AUTO

VOLUME mode.

WOOFER LEVEL: Sets the sound level of woofer.

• • • • • • • • • • c • • • • • • • • •

0 to 9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered les.

DRC: Sets DRC(Dynamic range control) function.

SLEEP: Sets the system to turn o automatically at

a specied time.

• • • • • • • • • • d • • • • • • • • •

TV Control buttons: See page 22.

FOLDER to select the folder you want

W/S

: Mutes the sound.

(Skip/ Search) :

: Starts playback. / Pauses playback.

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Front panel

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A B C D

F G

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.

E

H

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 can cause malfunctions.

F

Rear panel

A

B

PORT. (Portable) IN

A

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OPTICAL IN 1/ 2

B

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Mounting the main
unit on a wall

You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Prepare screws and brackets.

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

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. Please
purchase it.

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TV

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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 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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Setting up

Pairing wireless subwoofer

LED indicator of wireless subwoofer

LED Color Status

Yellow The wireless subwoofer is

Yellow (blink) The wireless subwoofer is trying

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.

to connect.

standby mode.

The power cord of wireless
subwoofer is disconnected.

Manually pairing wireless subwoofer

When the connection failed, you can see the red
LED on the subwoofer and cannot get sound from
the subwoofer. To solve this problem, follow the
steps below.

1. Press and hold I on the unit and MUTE
the remote control simultaneously.

- “REMATE” appears on the display window.

2. Press PAIRING on back of the woofer.

- The Yellow LED will flicker.

3. Turn off and on the unit.

- If you see the yellow LED, it’ s successful.

4. If you don’t see the yellow LED, try again Step 1

- Step 3.

Note

,

yIf you operate main unit then wireless

subwoofer sound within a few seconds in
standby mode.

ySet the distance between this unit and

wireless subwoofer 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 unit and subwoofer to communicate
with each other.

on

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2 Connecting

Connecting14

Optional equipment
connection

PORT. (Portable) IN
connection

2

Connecting

MP3 player, etc...

Listening to music from your
portable player

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

1. Connect the portable player to the
PORT. (Portable) IN connector of the unit.

2. Turn the power on by pressing 1.

3. Select the PORTABLE function by pressing
FUNCTION.

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

OPTICAL In connection

Connect optical output of external devices to the
OPTICAL IN 1 or OPTICAL IN 2 connector.

To the digital
optical output jack of
external device

Speaker ez (easy) setup

Listens to sound from TV, DVD or Digital Device
with 2.1 or 2ch mode.

1. Connect the OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 jack on
the back of the unit to optical out jack of your
TV (or digital device etc.)

2. Select the input source to OPTICAL 1 or
OPTICAL 2 directly by pressing OPTICAL.

3. Listen to sound with 2.1 or 2ch speaker.

4. Press OPTICAL repeatedly to exit from OPTICAL.
Function is retuned to previous one.

Tip

,

This unit turns on and selects OPTICAL function
directly even in power-o state. Press OPTICAL
on the remote control.

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Connecting 15

USB connection

Insert USB memory device to the USB port on the
unit.

Removing the USB Device from the unit.

1.

Choose a different function mode or press
on the remote control or I on the unit twice
in a row.

2. Remove the USB device from the unit.

Z

Playable file

MP3/WMA file requirement

MP3/ WMA le compatibility with this unit is limited
as follows :

ySampling frequency : within 32 to 48 kHz (MP3),

within 32 to 48 kHz (WMA)

yBit rate : within 32 to 320 kbps (MP3),

40 to 192 kbps (WMA)

yMaximum les : Under 999

yFile extensions : “.mp3”/ “.wma”

yA protected le by DRM(Digital rights

management) cannot be played on the unit.

Compatible USB devices

yMP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.

yUSB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB1.1.

yThe USB function of this unit does not support

some USB devices.

USB device requirement

yDevices which require additional program

installation connected to a computer, are not
supported.

yDo not extract the USB device while in operation.

yFor a large capacity USB, it may take longer than

a few minutes to be searched.

yTo prevent data loss, back up all data.

yThis unit is not supported when the total

number of les is 1000 or more.

yThe unit’s USB Port cannot be connected to PC.

The unit can not be used as a storage device.

yThe exFAT le system is not supported on this

unit.

yDepending on some devices, it may not available

to recognize the followings on this unit.

-External HDD

-Card readers

-Locked devices

-Hard type USB devices

-USB hub

-Using USB extension cable

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3 Operating

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Basic operations

USB operation

1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.

2. Select the USB function by pressing FUNCTION.

3. Select a file you want to play by pressing
or V.

C

To Do this

Stop Press Z.

3

Operating

Playback Press

Pause Press

Skipping to the

next/previous

le

Searching for a

section within a

le

Playing

repeatedly or

randomly

Selecting les

directly

Resume

playback

During playback, press C
or V to go to the next le
or to return to the beginning
of the current le.

Press C twice briey to
step back to the previous le.

Press and hold C/V
during playback and release it
at the point you want to listen
to.

Press REPEAT on the remote
control repeatedly, the display
change in the following order,
RPT 1
RPT ALL RANDOM OFF.

Press 0 to 9 numerical buttons
on the remote control to go
to the desired le directly.

The unit memorizes the point
at which you've changed
function or the unit had been
turned o.

.

d/M

during playback.

d/M

RPT DIR (Directory)

Other operations

DRC (Dynamic range control)

Make the sound clear when the volume is turned
down (Dolby Digital only). Set to [DRC ON] by using
DRC.

AV Sync

When receiving audio signals from TV, sound and
images may not be matched. In the case, this
function can adjust the delay time.

1. Press AV SYNC.

2. Use C V to scroll up and down through
the delay amount, which you can set at
anything between 0 and 300 ms.

Displaying file and input
source

You can display various information on the USB and
OPTICAL IN 1/2 mode by pressing INFO.

USB : MP3/ WMA containing le information

OPTICAL IN 1/2 : Audio format, Audio channel

Turn off the sound temporarily

Press MUTE to mute your unit.

You can mute your unit, for example, to answer
the telephone, the “
window.

To cancel it, press MUTE
control or change the volume level.

” is displayed in the display

again on the remote

Note

,

The resume point may be cleared when you
pull out the power cord or removing the USB
device from the unit.

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AUTO POWER On/Off

Before operating this function, make sure that you
have selected OPTICAL IN and turn on the AUTO
POWER.

This function automatically turns on/o the unit
when you turn on/o the external device (T V, DVD
Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, etc.) connected to this
unit by the optical cable.

When turning on the unit by this function, Optical
function is selected directly no matter what kind of
function has been selected before turning o it.

This function turns on or o each time you press

AUTO POWER.

Display Operation

AUTO POWER ON

AUTO POWER OFF

Note

,

yThis function is intentionally designed to

turn o the unit after 1 minute of inactivity.
If you did not connect external devices with
optical cable or there is no digital audio
signal going to the unit, the unit will turn o
after 1 minute of inactivity if AUTO POWER
function is turned on.

yDepending on the connected device by the

optical cable, this function may not operate.

yOnce AUTO POWER is set, the unit will

start as OPTICAL mode automatically next
time, no matter what kind of function you
selected before.

yIt is not available to turn on the unit by

AUTO POWER function if you turn o the
unit directly.

yAUTO POWER function is not supported on

LG Sound Sync (Wireless) mode.

AUTO POWER function is
turned on.

AUTO POWER function is
turned o.

Auto power down

This unit will be o itself to save electric
consumption in the case main unit is not
connected to external device and is not used for 25
minutes.

So does this unit after six hours since Main unit
has been connected to other device using analog
input.

But the unit can turns on automatically based on
the [AUTO POWER] function you've set.

Sleep timer setting

Press SLEEP one or more times to select delay time
between 10 and 180 minutes, after the unit will
turn o.

To check the remaining time, press SLEEP.

To cancel the sleep function, press SLEEP
repeatedly until “SLEEP 10” appears, and then press
SLEEP once again while “SLEEP 10” is displayed.

Note

,

You can check the remaining time before the
Unit turns o.

Press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in
the display window.

Dimmer

Press SLEEP once. The display window will be
darken by half. To cancel it, press SLEEP repeatedly
until dim o.

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LG Sound Sync

You can control some functions of this unit by
your TV's remote control with LG Sound Sync. It
is compatible with the LG TV that is supported LG
Sound Sync. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo
on your TV.

Controllable function by LG TV's remote control :
Volume up/down, mute

3

Refer to the TV's instruction manual for the details

Operating

of LG Sound Sync.

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

Note

,

yYou can also use the remote control of

this unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you
use TV's remote control again, the unit
synchronizes with the TV.

yWhen the connections failed, make sure of

the condition of the TV and power of it.

yMake sure of the condition of this unit and

the connection in the cases below when
using LG Sound Sync.

-Turned o the unit.

-Changing the function to the others.

-Disconnecting the optical digital audio
cable.

-Disconnecting the wireless connection
caused by interference or a distance.

With wired connection

1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an
optical digital cable.

Optical digital cable

2. Set up LG Sound Sync (Optical) on the TV. Refer
to the TV's instruction manual.

3. Turn on the unit.

4. Select OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 function.

You can see "LG OPT" on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
TV.

Note

,

The amount of time to turn o this unit is
dierent depending on your TV when you set
AUTO POWER function to ON.

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With wireless connection

1. Set up LG Sound Sync (Wireless) on the TV. Refer
to the TV's instruction manual.

2. Turn on the unit.

3. Select LG TV function.

"PAIRED" appears on the display window for about
3 seconds and then you can see "LG TV" on the
display window if connecting normally between
this unit and your TV.

Note

,

Once LG TV function is selected, the unit
connects automatically the TV which is
connected lately when restarting.

Using Bluetooth
technology

About Bluetooth

Bluetooth® is wireless communication technology
for short range connection.

The available range is within 10 meters. (The sound
may be interrupted when the connection interfered
by the other electronic wave or you connect the
bluetooth in the other rooms.)

Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth®
wireless technology does not incur any charges. A
mobile phone with Bluetooth® wireless technology
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection
was made via Bluetooth® wireless technology.

Available Devices : Mobile phone, MP3, Laptop,
PDA (This units be supported the Stereo Headset.)

Bluetooth profiles

In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain profiles.
This unit is compatible with following profile.

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

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Listening to music stored on
the Bluetooth devices

Pairing this unit and Bluetooth
device

Before you start the pairing procedure, make
sure the Bluetooth feature is turned on in to your
Bluetooth device. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s
user guide. Once a pairing operation is performed,
it does not need to be performed again.

1. Select the Bluetooth function by using the
FUNCTION.
Appears “BT” and then “BT READY” in display

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window.

2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
pairing operation. When searching for this unit
with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
found may appear in the Bluetooth device
display depending on the type of Bluetooth
device.Your unit appears as “LG SOUND BAR”.

3. Enter the PIN code.
PIN code : 0000

4. When this unit successfully paired with your
Bluetooth device, Bluetooth LED of this unit
lights up and appears “PAIRED”.

Note

,

Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
some device have a dierent pairing way.

5. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.

Note

,

yYou should connect your Bluetooth device

to this unit again when you restart it.

yThe unit connects automatically the

Bluetooth device which is connected lately
when you select Bluetooth function again
after changing to the other functions.

yThe sound may be interrupted when

the connection interfered by the other
electronic wave.

yYou cannot control the Bluetooth device

with this unit.

yPairing is limited one Bluetooth device per

one unit and multi-pairing is not supported.

yAlthough the distance between your

Bluetooth and the set is less than 10 m,
there are obstacles between both, your
Bluetooth device cannot be connected.

yDepending on the type of the device,

you may not be able to use the Bluetooth
function.

yYou can enjoy wireless system using phone,

MP3, Notebook, etc..

yWhen not connected the Bluetooth, “BT

READY” appears on the display window.

yThe Electrical malfunction due to devices

using same frequency such as Medical
equipment, Microwaves or wireless
LAN devices, the connection will be
disconnected.

yWhen someone stands and interrupts

communication between Bluetooth device
and the player, the connection will be
disconnected.

yIf the gotten away of the distance between

Bluetooth and the unit, the sound quality
is lower and lower the connection will
disconnect when the space between the
Bluetooth and the unit gets out of the
operating range of Bluetooth.

yThe device with Bluetooth wireless

technology is disconnected, if you turn o
the main unit or put the device away from
the main unit more than 10 m.

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Sound adjustment

Setting the surround mode

This system has a number of pre-set surround
sound fields. You can select a desired sound mode
by using SOUND EFFECT.

The displayed items for the equalizer may be
different depending on sound sources and effects.

On Display Description

NATURAL

BYPASS

BASS

CLRVOICE

GAME

NIGHT

UPSCALER

LOUDNESS

3D SOUND

You can enjoy comfortable
and natural sound.

You can enjoy the sound
without equalizer eect.

The BASS is Bass Blast. During
playback, reinforce the treble,
bass and surround sound
eect.

The CLRVOICE is Clear Voice.
This program make voice
sound clear, improving the
quality of voice sound.

The GAME is Game Equalizer.
You can enjoy more virtual
sound while playing video
games.

The NIGHT is Night Mode.
This may be useful when you
want to watch movies at low
volume late at night.

The UPSCALER is MP3 Up­Scaling. When listening to
MP3 les or other compressed
music, you can enhance the
sound. This mode is available
only to 2 channel sources.

Improves the bass and treble
sound.

3D Sound features deliver
sound creating a wider
spot so you can enjoy more
immersive and cinematic
surround sound.

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Note

,

yIn some of surround modes, some speakers,

there’s no sound or low sound. It depends
on the mode of surround and the source of
audio, it is not defective.

yYou may need to reset the surround mode,

after switching the input, sometimes even
after the sound le changed.

Auto volume On/Off

This unit supports Auto volume function that
automatically adjusts the volume level.

When the output sound is too loud or too low,
press AUTO VOLUME on the remote control. So
you can enjoy the sound with appropriate levels.

To cancel this function, press the button again.

Adjust the woofer level
settings

You can adjust the sound level of woofer.

1. Press WOOFER LEVEL.

2. Press -/+ VOL to adjust the sound level of the
woofer.

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Controlling a TV with
the supplied remote
control

You can control your TV using the buttons below.

VOL +

AV/INPUT

VOL -

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Button Operation

MUTE

AV/INPUT

(TV POWER) Turn the TV on or o.

1

VOL +/–

PR/CH

W/S

Note

,

Depending on the unit being connected, you
may not be able to control your TV using some
of the buttons.

Turn the TV’s volume on or
o

Switch the TV’s input source
between the TV and other
input sources.

Adjust the volume of the
TV.

Scan up or down through
memorized channels.

PR/CH

PR/CH

Setting up the remote to
control your TV

You can operate your TV with the supplied remote
control.
If your TV is listed in the table below, set the
appropriate manufacturer code.

1. While holding down 1 (TV POWER) button, and
press the manufacturer code for your TV with
the numerical buttons (see the table below).

Manufacturer Code Number

LG 1(Default), 2

Zenith 1, 3, 4

GoldStar 1, 2

Samsung 6, 7

Sony 8, 9

Hitachi 4

2. Release the 1 (TV POWER) button to complete
setting.

Depending on your TV, some or all buttons may not
function on the TV, even after entering the correct
manufacturer code. When you replace the batteries
of the remote, the code number you have set may
be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate
code number again.

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4 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION

No Power

No sound

No woofer sound

Display window is

dark.

The remote control

does not work

properly.

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yThe power cord is unpluged.

Plug in the power cord.

yCheck the condition by operating other electronic devices.

yIncorrect input source is selected.

Check the input source and select the correct input source.

yThe mute function is activated.

Press MUTE@ or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.

yThe power cord of woofer is not connected.

Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.

yPairing between the unit and woofer gets disconnected.

Connect the unit and woofer. (Refer to the page 13.)

yThe Dimmer or the Sleep function is activated.

Press SLEEP to cancel the function.

yThe remote control is too far from the unit.

Operate the remote control within about 23 ft (7 m).

yThere is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.

Remove the obstacle.

yThe batteries in the remote control is exhausted.

Replace the batteries with new one.

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Troubleshooting

The Auto power on/

o function does not

work.

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yDepending on the connected device by the optical cable, this function may not

operate.

5 Appendix

Appendix24

Trademarks and
licenses

Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S.
and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS,
the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are
registered trademarks & DTS 2.0 Channel is a
trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software.
© DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Bluetooth® wireless technology is a system which
allows radio contact between electronic devices

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within a max. range of 10 meters.

Appendix

Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth®
wireless technology does not incur any charges.
A mobile phone with Bluetooth® wireless
technology can be operated via the Cascade if
the connection was made via Bluetooth® wireless
technology.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are 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.

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Specifications

General

Power requirements AC 200 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz

Power consumption 40 W

Dimensions (W x H x D) 950 x 71 x 47 mm

Net Weight (Approx.) 2.5 kg

Operating temperature 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)

Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %

Bus Power Supply (USB) DC 5 V 0 500 mA

Inputs

DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL IN) 3.0 Vrms (p-p), Optical jack x 2

PORT. IN 0.5 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo jack)

Amplier

Stereo mode 80 W + 80 W (4 Ω at 1 kHz), THD 10%

Subwoofer 140 W (3 Ω at 60 Hz), THD 10%

Appendix 25

Wireless subwoofer

Power requirements AC 200 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz

Power consumption 40 W

Type 1 Way 1 Speaker

Impedance 3 Ω

Rated Input Power 140 W

Max. Input Power 280 W

Dimensions (W x H x D) 170 x 360 x 316 mm

Net Weight 5.54 kg

yDesigns and specications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Appendix

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Appendix26

Maintenance

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

yDo not use volatile liquids such as insecticide

spray near the unit.

yWiping with strong pressure may damage the

surface.

yDo not leave rubber or plastic products in

contact with the unit for a long period of time.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the player, 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

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thinner, as these might damage the surface of the

Appendix

unit.

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6 Warranty

Warranty

Technology with the human touch

GUARANTEE

• LG Electronics U.K. Ltd. will provide the following services in order toexpedite this Guarantee.

1. All faulty components which fail due to defective manufacture will be replaced free of charge for a
period of 12 months from the original date of purchase.

2. The dealer (or his service agent) who sold the product will be
reimbursed for any labour provided in the repair of this LG equipment, for a period of 12 months from
the original date of purchase. These claims must be made in accordance with the published scale of
service charges and relevant claims procedure.

PLEASE NOTE:

A. The dealer may restrict the guarantee to the original purchaser.

B. The dealer is not obliged to carry out service under guarantee if unauthorized modifications are made

to the apparatus, or if non standard components are used or if the serial number of the apparatus is
removed, defaced, misused, or altered.

C. Any claims made under guarantee must be directed to the dealer from whom the equipment was

originally purchased. The dealer may, before carrying out service under guarantee, require a receipted
account as evidence of the date of purchase.

D. We respectfully point out that your dealer is not obligated to replace batteries if they become

exhausted or worn in use.

E. Aerial alignment and consumer control adjustments are not covered by this guarantee.

This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

• REQUIREMENTS TO MAINTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE:

RETAIN YOUR RECEIPT TO PROVE DATE OF PURCHASE. A COPY OF YOUR RECEIPT MUST BE
SURRENDERED AT THE TIME GUARANTEE SERVICE IS PROVED.

• Product Registration Card :

It is helpful to complete at least your name, address, phone, model & serial numbers and return it. This
will enable LG to assist you in the future should you lose your receipt, your units be stolen, or should
modifications be necessary.

• To obtain information or assistance: Call 0870 873 5454 Monday-Friday 9.00am-4.30pm

Warranty 27

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Warranty

MODEL NO.* SERIAL NO.* DATE OF PURCHASE.*

In all cases of difficulty - consult your LG dealer from whom the product was purchased

LGEUK Website : www.lge.co.uk
( service website : www.lgelectronics.co.uk )

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