LG NP8350B User Guide

SMART Hi-Fi AUDIO

Wireless Multi-room

Model : NP8350 / NP8350W

NP8350B / NP8350D

ENGLISH | SIMPLE MANUAL

The actual product may dier from the image.

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Safety Information

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC TRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING

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 use high voltage products around this product. (ex.
Electrical swatter) This product may malfunction due to electrical shock.

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 built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instruction has been
adhered to.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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NOTICE: For safety marking information including product identication
and supply ratings, please refer to the main label on the bottom or rear of
the apparatus.

CAUTION : Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device. Do not
use a power supply from another device or another manufacturer. Using
any other power cable or power supply may cause damage to the device
and void your warranty. If you do not use supplied adapter, charging is
unavailable or charging time may dier.

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. The Power Plug is the
disconnecting device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must
remain readily accessible.

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 should
not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.

CAUTION when using this product in environments of low humidity

yIt may cause static electricity in environments of low humidity.
yIt is recommended to use this product after touching any metal object

which conducts electricity.

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WARNING: This unit contains magnets which can be harmful to some
kind of object ( Ex : Magnetic card, Pacemaker etc..).

Industry Canada Statement:

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

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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 ICES­003

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.

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.

WARNING:

i. the device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is

only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful
interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;

ii. the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in

the bands 5250–5350 MHz and 5470–5725 MHz shall
comply with the e.i.r.p. limit; and

iii. the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in

the band 5725–5825 MHz shall comply with the e.i.r.p.
limits specied for point-to-point and non point-to­point operation as appropriate.

iv. High-power radars are allocated as primary users

(i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250–5350 MHz and
5650–5850 MHz and that these radars could cause
interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

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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 Contents

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information
5 – IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
8 Unpacking
8 Product Overview
9 Charging the Unit
9 Basic Operations
9 – Using 1/! button
9 – Changing the mode

2 Using Multi-Room

10 Multi-Room Network Setup
10 – Step 1. Home Network Requirement
11 – Step 2. Installing “Music Flow Player” App and Media

Server
13 – Step 3. Initial Multi-Room Setup
16 – Step 4. Adding Speakers (Optional)
18 – Using the Bridge
19 Enjoying Multiple MUSICow Product
19 – 1. Home Cinema Mode
20 – 2. Grouping Mode
20 – 3. L/R Stereo Mode

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3 Using External Device

21 Using External device
21 – 1. PORTABLE IN connection
21 – 2. BLUETOOTH® connection

4 Troubleshooting

22 Troubleshooting

5 Appendix

27 About Status LED’s Condition
28 About Ferrite Core (Optional)
28 – How to attach the ferrite core
29 Specication
30 Open source software notice

yTo view the instructions of advanced features, visit

http://www.lg.com and then download Owner’s
Manual. Some of the content in this manual may dier
from your unit.

yDepending on the region, Music Flow Player application

and series of MUSICow product, some of the content
in this manual may dier.

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Unpacking

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Unit

AC Adapter

Product Overview

(Standby/On)

a 1/!

F (Function): Selects the function and input source.

b

-/+ (Volume)

c

(Play/Pause): Starts playback or pauses playback.

d

Speaker

e

(Wi-Fi): Connects initial MUSICflow product to your

f

network wirelessly.

(Add): Adds the additional MUSICflow product to your

g

network. (In case that one or more MUSICflow product is
connected)

(Portable Input): Connects the external device.

h

DC IN 12 V: Connects the supplied AC adapter.

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Simple
manual

Charging the Unit

This unit uses built-in battery.
Before using it, charge the
battery by connecting the AC
Adapter.

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Checking the charging

1/!

Approx.
3 hours

status

Charging :

button turns red.

1/!

Fully charged :

button turns white.

1/!

Note

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How to check the battery life:

when the unit is turned on, press the

(White) : More than 60 %

1/!

(Amber) : More than 15 %

1/!

(Amber Blinking) : Less than 15 %

1/!

Basic Operations

Note

1/!

1/!

button

1/!

Using

On : Press
Off : Press and hold

Changing the mode

Press F (Function) button repeatedly. Then the mode is changed.

(Wi-Fi à Bluetooth à Wi-Fi)

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When you connect the portable cable, the function is changed
as below. (Wi-Fi à Bluetooth à Portable In à Wi-Fi)

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Using Multi-Room

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Multi-Room Network Setup

Step 1. Home Network Requirement

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Make sure that wireless network environment using a

a

router is installed at your home. The home router should be
connected to the internet.

Connect your smart device to your home network.

b

Connect the speaker to the power supply.

c

If you want to enjoy the music on media server (PC, Mac or

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Network Storage), connect the media server to your home
network.

Caution for Home Network Requirement

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yMUSICow system communicates over both 2.4 GHz and

5 GHz home network supporting 802.11b/g/n wireless
technology.

yWireless signal interference may lead to disconnection of

network or stopping playback.

yDepending on the speed of your network, playback of online

contents may not work well.

yNetwork connection may not be made with some routers

(or modem) from certain internet communication service
providers. In such case, purchase a router from general
market and use.

yBecause of a rewall on your PC, Music Flow PC Software may

not work well. In this case, disable all your rewalls and try to
connect again. Refer to your rewall’s instruction or website.

b