LG ND1531 User Manual

ND1531

OWNER’S MANUAL

Wireless Speaker for
Android Dock

MUSIC IN STYLE

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

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1 Getting Started

Getting Started

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Safety Information

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO

USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING

TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

accompanying the product.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
conned space such as a book case or similar unit.

NOTICE : For safety marking information including
product identication and supply ratings, please
refer to the main label on the bottom of 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

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

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.

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.

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Disposal of your old appliance

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Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators

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.

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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Getting Started

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LG Electronics hereby declares that this/these
product(s) is/are in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC, 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.

In door 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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Table of Contents

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2

3

4

Table of Contents

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1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information
6 Main Features
6 Accessories
6 Introduction
7 Front Panel
8 Rear Panel
10 Connecting the AC Adapter
10 How to Attach the Ferrite Core (For EMI

Only)

2 Operating

11 Basic Operations
11 – Switch to Power On
11 – Switch to Standby mode
11 – Android Device Operation
12 – Auto Power Down
13 – Listening to Music from Your Portable

Device
14 Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology
14 – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth

Device

3 Troubleshooting

16 Troubleshooting

4 Appendix

17 Trademarks and Licenses
18 Handling the Unit
19 Specifications

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Getting Started

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Main Features

Made for Android device

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Enjoys music from your Android device with simple
connection.

Portable In

Listens to music from your portable device.

Bluetooth®

Enjoys music from Bluetooth device with simple
connection.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

AC adapter(1)

Introduction

Symbol Used in This Manual

Note

,

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Caution

>

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.

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Front Panel

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Android device Dock

a

Connects your Android device.

Support for Android device

b

Indicator

c

Displays each of functions.
Speaker

d

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 can cause malfunctions.

F (Power/Function)

e 1/

- Power on : Press 1/F to turn the unit on
when the power is turned o.

- Power o : Press and hold 1/F for about 3
seconds to turn the unit o

- Selects the function and input source when
the power is turned on.

+/- (Volume)

Adjusts volume of speaker.

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Getting Started

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Rear Panel

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DOCK

a

Press the PUSH OPEN button Android DOCK

appears.

(USB)

b

Charges your portable device.
(Does not apply to all portable devices.)

- With USB port allows you to charge other
smart devices.

- Depending on the type of smart devices, the
charging time may vary.

PORT.IN

c

Listens to music from your portable device.

12 V DC IN (AC adapter input)

d

Connects the supplied AC adapter.

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Getting Started

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Note

,

How to open the dock station

Notice: To open or close
docking tray, please push
center of “PUSH OPEN”.

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Connecting the AC
Adapter

1

Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.

Getting Started

Caution

>

yOnly use the AC adapter supplied with this

device. Do not use a power supply from
another device or manufacturer. Using any
other power cable or power supply may
cause damage to the device and void your
warranty.

yRight after change function or volume, if

you plug out adapter without power o
operation, it might not memorize its latest
status.

How to Attach the
Ferrite Core (For EMI
Only)

You must ax the cores (supplied with the model
you purchased) in order to reduce or eliminate
electrical interference.

1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open.

2. Wind the portable cable and USB cable on the
ferrite core.

3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks.

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2 Operating

Operating

a

b

Basic Operations

Switch to Power On

Press 1/F. The LED indicators light up and the last
function you selected blinks, then the unit switches
to Power on.

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1. Check the orientation of the micro USB
connector on your Android device.

Switch to Standby mode

Press and hold 1/F. The LED indicators light on
and then o, and the unit switches to Stand by.

Android Device Operation

You can enjoy the sound from your LG Android
device through the dock for Android device of this
unit. For details about Android device, refer to the
Android device User Guide.

To stream audio from your Android device through
this unit, you need :

yWith Android operation system : Ver 4.1(or later)
yWith a micro USB connector

With Android operation system (Version 4.0 or
below), this unit can only charge it and you can
enjoy audio through Bluetooth.

Note

,

yThis unit may not compatible with the

device that does not support the *AOA
(Android Open Accessory) 2.0 version.
It is possible that certain devices may not
support or be compliant with the AOA2.0
USB audio standard, resulting in the device
freezing or rebooting after being connected
and detached from the speaker system.
If you experience this problem, please
contact your device manufacturer. Your
device may need to be updated with the
latest Jellybean software and or the correct
AOA2.0 USB audio standard.
*About AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0
version ;
Audio output from Android device to the
Accessory and HID (Human Interface Device)

yYou are recommended to remove the case

for your Android device(Ver 4.1or later)
before you dock your Android device.

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Operating

2. You can rotate Android device Dock.
If you want to rotate the dock, pull the dock
upwards and then rotate it to the right or left .

3. Install Support for Android device.

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Operating

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4. Dock the Android device firmly.

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Operating

5. Press 1/F to select function.

6. Please operate on Android devices.

Note

,

yIf the phone connection has an error, check

these problems as follows;

-Your Android device is not connected rmly.

-This unit recognizes your Android device as
an unknown device.

-Your Android device is not booted.

-Check the setting of USB connection type
on your Android device.

yWhen you disconnect your Android device

from the dock during playback, the playback
may continue.

yIn case of no sound from this unit, adjust

the volume of your Android device.

yWhen you connect Bluetooth during

playback of your Android device, the audio
output is temporarily muted.

yThe charging time may vary depending on

your Android device.

yDepending on your Android device’s

software version, it may not be possible
to control your Android device from this
unit. We recommend installing the latest
software version.

yDepending on the position and orientation

of the micro USB connector on your
Android device, connect it in portrait or
landscape position. You can rotate the micro
USB connector

yIf your Android device does not support

AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0 version,
this unit can only charge your Android
device even though Android device has OS

4.1 (or later).

Auto Power Down

This unit will be o itself to save electronic
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.

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Operating

Listening to Music from Your
Portable Device

The unit can be used to play the music from many
types of portable device. (Portable cable is not
supplied as an accessory with this unit.)

1. Connect the portable device to the PORT.IN

connector of the unit.

2. Turn the power on by using 1/F.

3. Select the

1/

4. Turn the portable device on and start playing
music.

(PORTABLE) function by pressing

F.

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Operating

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Operating

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Using a Bluetooth
Wireless Technology

About Bluetooth

Bluetooth® is wireless communication technology
for short range connection.

The available range is within 10 meters.

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Operating

(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.

Bluetooth Profiles

In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain proles.
This unit is compatible with following prole.

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Prole)

Listening to Music of a
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

F. Bluetooth LED ”
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 “ND1531”.

3. Enter the PIN code.
PIN code : 0000

4. When this unit successfully is connected with
your Bluetooth device, Bluetooth LED ”
blinking.

Note

,

yDepending on the Bluetooth device type,

some device have a dierent pairing way.

yTry pairing procedure if your device name is

not in the device list.

“blinks in the display

1/

“stop

5. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
According to your Bluetooth device’s volume
level, the volume level of Bluetooth will be
adjusted.

Note

,

ySound from the main set can be distorted

if you raise the volume of Bluetooth device
up to two-thirds or more.

yWhen you use the Bluetooth function,

adjust the volume of a Bluetooth device to
a proper level to listen to.

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Operating

Note

,

yAfter searching for this unit on your

Bluetooth device, connect the Bluetooth
device to this unit. Then play music you
want.

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 LED ”

“blinks in 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 be
disconnected 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.

yIf the Bluetooth device is disconnected, you

should connect the Bluetooth device to
your unit.

Note

,

yIn some mobile phones, bluetooth may

connects automatically when the device
is turned on unless you force bluetooth
pairing to disconnect before turning o the
device.

yIn some mobile phones, there are two ways

to disconnect bluetooth. One way is simply
to disconnect bluetooth. The other way is to
disconnect by disabling bluetooth pairing.
If you want to disconnect for sure, disable
bluetooth pairing.

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Operating

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3 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Problem Correction

No Power.

No sound.

yPlug in the power cord.
yCheck the condition by operating other electronic devices.

yPress 1/F and then check the selected function.
yCheck whether operating system of your device is ver 4.1(or later).
yCheck whether your device is supported by AOA 2.0.
yAdjust volume of your portable device.

Android device does not work.

Bluetooth pairing does not
work well.

Connect your Android device to the unit correctly.

ySwitch Bluetooth o and on again on your Bluetooth device, then try

pairing again.
yBe sure your Bluetooth device is on.
yRemove the obstacle in the path of the Bluetooth device and the unit.
yDepending on the type of the Bluetooth device or surrounding

environment, your device may not be paired with the unit.

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4 Appendix

Appendix

Trademarks and
Licenses

Bluetooth® wireless technology is a system which
allows radio contact between electronic devices
within a max. range of 10 meters.

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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Appendix

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Appendix

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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

Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray
near the unit.

Wiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.

Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact
with the unit for a long period of time.

Cleaning the Unit

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To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the

Appendix

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
thinner, as these might damage the surface of the
unit.

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Appendix

Specifications

General

AC adapter requirements DC 12 V 0 2 A, 100 -240 V, 50/ 60 Hz
Power consumption 18 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 174 mm X 174 mm X 90.5 mm
Net Weight (Approx.) 0.8 kg
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %

Inputs

PORT. IN 500 mV (3.5 mm stereo jack)

USB

Bus Power Supply USB : DC 5 V 0 1 A, Android : DC 5 V 0 1 A

Amplier

Output Power 5 W (8 Ω at 1 kHz)
T.H.D 10 %

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Appendix

Speakers

Type built-in

Impedance Rated 8 Ω
Rated Input Power 5 W
Max. Input Power 10 W

yDesign and specications are subject to change without notice.

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