LG NB3740 Owner's 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)

www.lg.com

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Safety Information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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: 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.

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

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pack, follow the steps in reverse order than

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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.

Industry Canada Statement:

This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry
Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

1) this device may not cause interference and

2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device

This class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003

CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)

IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.

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

NOTE : THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED
BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.

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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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Table of Contents6

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

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

2 Connecting

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

3 System Setting

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

4 Operating

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

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

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

Bluetooth devices
46 Using the Premium
46 Using the LG Smart World
47 – Signing in
47 – Searching online content

48 Using the My Apps Menu

5 Troubleshooting

49 Troubleshooting
49 – General
50 – Network
51 – Picture
51 – Sound
51 – Customer Support
51 – Open Source Software Notice

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6 Appendix

52 Controlling a TV with the Supplied

Remote Control

52 – Setting up the remote to control your

TV
53 Network Software Update
53 – Network update notification
53 – Software update
55 Additional Information
55 – File requirement
57 – About DLNA
57 – Certain system requirements
58 Audio Output Specifications
59 Trademarks and Licenses
61 Specifications
62 Maintenance
62 – Handling the unit
62 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

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Term Symbol Description

Indicates special

Note

Caution

,

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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

c

d

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

a

e

Caution

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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

a

HDMI OUT : HDMI output

b

b

c

d

OPT. IN : Optical input

c

DC IN : DC input

d

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Remote Control

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Battery Installation

• • • • • • a • • • • • •

(Power): Switches the unit ON

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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

52.

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. 14 - 17.)

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

TV

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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

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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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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 15 )

ySelect the type of video output from the

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

26).

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 480p, 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 29)

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 480p 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

TV

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

33)

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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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