LG NB3740 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

SMART SOUND BAR

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

NB3740 (NB3740, S34A1-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. 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.

Important Notice for TV colour system

The colour system of this player diers according to currently playing discs.

For example, when the player plays the disc recorded in the NTSC colour system, the image is output as an NTSC signal.

Only the multi system colour TV can receive all signals output from the player.

yIf you have a PAL colour system TV, you will see

just distorted images when using discs or video contents recorded in NTSC.

yThe multi system colour TV changes the colour

system automatically according to input signals. In case that the colour system is not changed automatically, turn it o and then on to see normal images on screen.

yEven if the disc recorded in NTSC colour system

are well displayed on your TV, these may not be recorded correctly on your recorder.

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Table of Contents4

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information 6 Introduction 6 – About the “7” symbol display 7 Front Panel 7 Rear Panel 8 Remote Control 9 Installing the sound bar 9 Mounting the main unit on a wall

2 Connecting

11 Wireless Subwoofer Connection 11 – Pairing wireless subwoofer 12 Connecting to Your TV 12 – HDMI Connection 13 – What is SIMPLINK? 13 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function 13 – Resolution Setting 14 – OPTICAL IN connection 15 Connections with external device 15 – OPTICAL IN connection 15 Connecting to your Home Network 15 – Wired network connection 16 – Wired network setup 17 – Wireless network connection 18 – Wireless network setup

3 System Setting

21 Initial Setup 22 Settings 22 – Adjust the setup settings 23 – [NETWORK] menu 24 – [DISPLAY] menu 25 – [LANGUAGE] menu 25 – [AUDIO] menu 26 – [OTHERS] menu 28 Sound Effect

4 Operating

29 Home Menu Display 29 – Using [HOME] menu 29 – Using the SmartShare 30 Playing the Linked Devices 30 – Playing a USB device 31 – Playing a file on Android device 32 – Playing a file on a network server 32 Using Home Network Server for PC 32 – Installing SmartShare PC Software

(DLNA) 33 – Sharing files and folders 33 – System requirements 34 General Playback 34 – Basic operations for video and audio

content 34 – Basic operations for photo content 34 – Resume playback 35 On-Screen Display 35 – To control video playback 36 – To control photo view 37 Advanced Playback 37 – Repeat playback 37 – Repeating a specific portion 37 – Playing from selected time 38 – Selecting a subtitle language 38 – Hearing a different audio 38 – Changing the TV Aspect Ratio 38 – Changing Subtitle Code Page 39 – Changing the Picture Mode 39 – Viewing content information 39 – Changing content list view 40 – Selecting a subtitle file 40 – Listening to music during slide show 41 – Setting the [3D] option 42 Advanced Features 42 – Wi-Fi Direct™ 43 LG AV Remote 43 Private Sound Mode 43 Using Bluetooth technology 44 – Listening to music stored on the

Bluetooth devices 45 Using the Premium

5 Troubleshooting

46 Troubleshooting 46 – General 47 – Network 48 – Picture 48 – Sound 48 – Customer Support 48 – Open Source Software Notice

6 Appendix

49 Controlling a TV with the Supplied

Remote Control

49 – Setting up the remote to control your

TV 50 Network Software Update 50 – Network update notification 50 – Software update 52 Additional Information 52 – File requirement 54 – About DLNA 54 – Certain system requirements 55 Audio Output Specifications 56 Trademarks and Licenses 58 Specifications 59 Maintenance 59 – Handling the unit 59 Important Information relating to Network

Services

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Some of the content in this manual may dier from your unit depending on the software of the unit or your service provider.

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Introduction

Getting Started

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 specic media.

Front Panel

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a b dc

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f f

a 1/! b p/o

e f

(Standby/On)

(Volume)

Adjusts speaker volume.

F (Function)

Press it repeatedly to select other function.

USB Port

Note

Open USB cover by using your nger to connect USB.

Display window

Speakers

Rear Panel

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.

LAN : LAN connector

HDMI OUT : HDMI output

OPT. IN : Optical input

DC IN : DC input

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Remote Control

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Battery Installation

• • • • • • a • • • • • •

(Power): Switches the unit ON

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 eect 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 ( ): Displays or exits the [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 ( ): Exits the menu or 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 specic menus.

TV Control Buttons: See page

49.

W/S/A/D

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) battery with and matched correctly.

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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 the TV and connect it to the device you want. (Refer to pp. 12 - 15.)

Caution

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.

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

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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

Getting Started

sheet to check the point to drill.

Note

Screws and Wall Plugs are not supplied for mounting the unit. We recommend the Hilti (HUD-1 6 x 30) for the mounting.

3. Remove the Wall Mount Bracket Installation Template.

4. Fix it with screws (not supplied) as shown in the illustration below.

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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Wireless Subwoofer Connection

Pairing wireless subwoofer

LED indicator of wireless subwoofer

LED Color Status

Yellow-green (Blink)

Yellow-green The connection is completed.

Red The wireless subwoofer is

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.

Manually pairing wireless subwoofer

When your connection is not completed, you can see the red LED or the blinking of yellow-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.

-“WL RESET” appears on the display window briey.

The connection is trying.

in standby mode or the connection is failed.

The power cord of wireless subwoofer is disconnected.

3. If the LED of the wireless subwoofer already blinks in yellow-green continually, you can skip this step.

Press and hold PAIRING on the back of the

wireless subwoofer for more than 5 seconds.

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

Note

yIt takes a few seconds (and may take longer)

for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make sounds.

yThe 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 (within 5 m) 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.

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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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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 13 )

ySelect the type of video output from the

HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting] option on the [Settings] menu (see page

24).

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 veried, 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 dier 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 dier 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 27)

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 ENTER (b). The [Settings] menu appears.

3. Use press D to move to the second level.

4. Use then press ENTER (b) to move to the third level.

5. Use press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection.

to select the [Settings] and press

A/D

to select [DISPLAY] option then

W/S

to select the [Resolution] option

W/S

to select the desired resolution then

W/S

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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

OPTICAL IN connection

You can enjoy the sound from your TV with a optical digital audio connection.

Optical cable

Connect the optical output jack of your TV into the OPT. IN jack on the unit. And then select the [OPTICAL] option by pressing FUNCTION (P). Or press OPTICAL/TV SOUND to select directly.

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Connections with external device

OPTICAL IN connection

You can enjoy the sound from your component with a digital optical connection through the speakers of this system.

To the digital optical output jack of your component

Connect the optical output jack of your component into the OPT. IN jack on the unit. And then select the [OPTICAL] option by pressing FUNCTION (P). Or press OPTICAL/TV SOUND to select directly.

You can also use the F (Function) button on the front panel to select the input mode.

Connecting to your Home Network

This unit can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel or the internal wireless module. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates and online content services.

Wired network connection

Using a wired network provides the best performance, because the attached devices connect directly to the network and are not subject to radio frequency interference.

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

Connect the unit’s LAN port to the corresponding port on your Modem or Router using a commercially available LAN or Ethernet cable.

Note

yWhen plugging or unplugging the LAN

cable, hold the plug portion of the cable. When unplugging, do not pull on the LAN cable but unplug while pressing down on the lock.

yDo not connect a modular phone cable to

the LAN port.

ySince there are various connection

congurations, please follow the specications of your telecommunication carrier or internet service provider.

yIf you want to access content from DLNA

servers, this unit must be connected to the same local area network through a router.

yTo set your PC as a DLNA server, install

SmartShare PC Software on your PC. (page

32)

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1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the

Broadband service

[Settings] menu then press ENTER (b).

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DLNA certied servers

Wired network setup

If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this unit will automatically be allocated an IP address. After making the physical connection, a small number of home networks may require the unit’s network setting to be adjusted. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow.

Preparation

Before setting the wired network, you need to connect the broadband internet to your home network.

Router

2. Read the preparations for the network settings and then press ENTER (b) while [Start] is highlighted.

Network will automatically be connected to the unit.

Advanced Setting

If you want to set the network settings manually, use [Network Setting] menu and press ENTER (b).

1. Use

to select [Advanced Setting] on the

W/S

to select [Wired] and press ENTER

W/S

(b).

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2. Use

W/S/A/D

between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically.

Note

If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set the IP address manually, select [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using

and numerical buttons. If you make a

A/D

mistake while entering a number, press CLEAR to clear the highlighted part.

3. Select [Next] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings.

Network connection status is displayed on the screen.

4. Press ENTER (b) while [OK] is highlighted to finish the wired network settings.

to select the IP mode

W/S/

Wireless network connection

Another connection option is to use an Access Point or a wireless router. The network conguration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.

Wireless

Communication

DLNA certied servers

Access Point or Wireless Router

Broadband service

Refer to the setup instructions supplied with your access point or wireless router for detailed connection steps and network settings.

For best performance, a direct wired connection from this unit to your home network’s router or cable/DSL modem is always the best option. If you choose to use the wireless option, please note that performance can sometimes be aected by other electronic devices in the home.

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Wireless network setup

For the wireless network connection, the unit needs to be set up for network communication. This adjustment can be done from the [Settings] menu. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow. Setting up the access point or the wireless router is required before connecting the unit to the network.

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Preparation

Before setting the wireless network, you need to:

-connect the broadband internet to the wireless home network.

-set the access point or wireless router.

-note the SSID and security code of the network.

1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the [Settings] menu then press ENTER (b).

2. Read the preparations for the network settings and then press ENTER (b) while [Start] is highlighted.

Note

yWEP security mode generally have 4 keys

available on an access point setting. If your access point or wireless router use WEP security, enter the security code of the key “No.1” to connect on your home network.

yAn Access Point is a device that allows you

to connect to your home network wirelessly.

4. Use

W/S/A/D

between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically.

Note

If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set the IP address manually, select [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using

and numerical buttons. If you make a

A/D

mistake while entering a number, press CLEAR to clear the highlighted part.

to select the IP mode

W/S/

If wired network is not connected to the unit, all available networks are displayed on the screen.

3. Use network and press ENTER (b).

If you have security on your access point, you need to input the security code as necessary.

If you use other characters than the english alphabet or digits for the SSID name of your access point or wireless router, it may be displayed dierently.

to select a desired SSID of wireless

W/S

Note

5. Select [Next] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings.

Network connection status is displayed on the screen.

6. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to complete the network connection.

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