LG NP8740 Owner’s Manual

SMART Hi-Fi AUDIO

Wireless Multi-room

Model : NP8740 (H7)

NA9740 (H7) NP8540 (H5) NA9540 (H5) NP8540B

NP8740B

ENGLISH | OWNER’S MANUAL

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

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Getting Started2

Safety Information

Getting Started

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.

in the literature 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.

CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This product may malfunction due to electrical shock.

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

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

For models using an adapter

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.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

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

Check the specication page of this owner’s manual to be certain of the current requirements.

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 device, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the device, 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 device.

CAUTION:

yThe apparatus should not be exposed to water

(dripping or splashing) and no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

yNo naked ame sources, such as lighted candles,

should be placed on the apparatus.

yTo avoid re or electric shock, do not open the

unit. Contact to qualied personnel only.

yDo not leave the unit in a place near the heating

appliances or subject to direct sunlight, moisture, or mechanical shock.

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

yDo 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.

yDo not place the unit over the vehicle’s air bag.

When the air bag deploys, it may result in injury. Before using in the car, x the unit.

yDo not leave the unit on an unstable place such

as high shelves. It may fall down because of the vibration of the sound.

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Getting Started

Table of Contents4

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information 6 Main Features 6 Accessories 6 Introduction 7 Top Panel 8 Rear Panel

2 Connecting

9 Connecting the AC Adapter 10 Initial Multi-Room Setup 10 – Wired connection (Music Flow Mesh

Network Connection)

10 – Wireless connection (Standard

Wireless Connection) 11 Installing “Music Flow Player” App 12 – Starting with Music Flow Player app 13 Connecting the speaker to your Home

Network 13 – Simple Connection (EZ Setup) 14 – Connecting the speaker to your

network with a LAN cable

16 – Connecting the speaker to your

Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android)

19 – Connecting the speaker to your

Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (iOS)

23 Connecting the speakers to your Home

Network (Additional) 23 – Connecting the additional speaker to

your network with a LAN cable

25 – Connecting the additional speaker

to your network via the Wi-Fi Setup

Method (Android) 27 Using the Bridge 27 – Use as a root device (wired to the

home router) 29 – Use as a wireless extender

30 Using Media Server for PC 30 – Music Flow PC Software for windows 31 – Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials for

Mac OS

3 Operating

33 Basic Operations 33 – Using 1/!/F button 33 – Using volume button 34 Enjoying the Music with Music Flow Player

app 34 – Overview of Home menu 35 – Overview of the side menu 36 – Playing a song 37 – Overview of Playback 39 – Group Playback 40 – Seamless playback 42 Setting the Speaker with Music Flow

Player app 42 – Overview of setting menu 43 – [General] Menu 43 – [Speakers] Menu 44 – [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu 44 – [Account management] Menu 44 – [Time Zone] Menu 45 – [Advanced Settings] Menu 47 – [Chromecast] Menu 47 – [Version Info.] Menu 47 – [Open source licenses] Menu 48 Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology 48 – About Bluetooth 48 – Bluetooth profiles 48 – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth

Device

49 – NFC for Easy Pairing

(Android Only)

50 Listening to Music from Your External

Device 50 Standby mode 50 – Standby mode 50 – Network standby mode 51 Reset the Speaker 51 – Resetting the speaker 51 – Resetting the Music Flow R1

4 Troubleshooting

52 Troubleshooting 52 – General 53 – Network 54 – Application and PC Software

5 Appendix

55 File requirement 55 Trademarks and Licenses 56 About Status LED’s Condition 57 Specifications 58 Handling the Speaker 58 Important Information Relating to

Network Services

59 TERMS OF USE

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Some of the content in this manual may dier from Music Flow Player app depending on the application’s version.

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Main Features

Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad or

Android device

Getting Started

Enjoys music from iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android device with simple connection.

Portable In

Listens to music from your portable device.

Music Flow Player application

Listens to music stored on your smart device.

You can control this speaker with your iPod touch/ iPhone/iPad or Android device via Music Flow Player app. This speaker and your smart device must be connected to the same network. Visit Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store” or use the QR code shown below to search for “Music Flow Player” app. For detailed information, refer to page

11.

(Android OS)

yDepending on the application’s version and the

settings of smart device, Music Flow Player app may not be operated normally.

ySome smart devices may not be compatible with

this speaker.

(Apple iOS)

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

AC adapter (1) Power cord (1)

Introduction

Symbol used in this manual

Note

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Caution

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.

Top Panel

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Getting Started

a 1/!/

- Power On / Changing the mode

- Switching to the standby mode (page 33)

Volume wheel

Turn the wheel clockwise to increase volume, or counterclockwise to decrease volume.

button

Speaker

Bluetooth status LED (page 56)

Portable In status LED (page 56)

Network status LED (page 56)

NFC Tag (page 49)

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Rear Panel

Getting Started

Speaker duct

A hole for plentiful bass sound on speaker

cabinet.

Wi-Fi SETUP button

Connects initial Music Flow product to your network wirelessly. (page 16)

ADD button

Adds additional Music Flow products to your network. (In case one or more Music Flow products are connected) (page 23)

DC IN (AC adapter input)

PORTABLE IN

Listens to music from your portable device.

ETHERNET

Connects the speaker to your network using a LAN cable.

Connecting the AC Adapter

Connect the speaker to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter.

1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter.

2. Connect the AC adapter cable to DC. IN adapter input.

3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

AC Adapter

AC power cord

Connecting 9

Caution

Only 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.

Connecting

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Initial Multi-Room Setup

When installing the Music Flow product for the rst time, you can choose two types of connection as below.

Wired connection (Music Flow

Mesh Network Connection)

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Connect your speaker to the home router using LAN cable.

Then you can connect the additional Music Flow products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly. Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)” on page 23.

LAN Cable

Wireless connection (Standard Wireless Connection)

When the wired connection is unavailable between your speaker and home router, this unit oers music streaming service within home router’s Wi-Fi coverage.

Connect one of the your speaker to the home router wirelessly.

Then you can connect the additional Music Flow products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly. Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)” on page 23.

Wireless signal

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Installing “Music Flow Player” App

Through Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store”

1. Tap the Apple “App Store” icon or Google “Play Store” icon.

2. Type in “Music Flow Player” in the search bar and tap “Search”.

3. Select “Music Flow Player” in the search result list to download.

Note

yMusic Flow Player app will be available in

version of the software as follow; Android O/S : Ver 4.0 (or later) iOS O/S : Ver 6.0 (or later)

yDepending on the device, “Music Flow

Player” app may not work.

Through QR code

Install “Music Flow Player” app through QR code. Scan the QR code using the scanning application.

(Android OS)

Note

yMake sure that your smart device is

connected to the internet.

yMake sure that your smart device has a

scanning application. If you don’t have, download it from Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store”.

(Apple iOS)

Connecting

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Starting with Music Flow Player app

When you launch Music Flow Player app for the rst time, the terms of use and Chromecast Service appear on the screen.

1. Check the contents of terms of use and select [Accept].

Connecting

2. Check the contents of Chromecast Service and select [Accept].

3. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker you’ve purchased.

Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home

Network” on page 13.

Note

If you want to return to the terms of use screen, initialize the Music Flow Player app on the smart device’s setting menu.

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Connecting the speaker to your Home Network

Using a wired network provides the best performance, because the attached devices connect directly to the network without radio frequency interference.

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

Preparation

yMake sure that wireless network environment

using a router is installed at your home.

yMake sure that the speaker and the smart device

are connected to the same router.

Requirements

yWireless router ySmart device (Android or iOS)

Note

yMake sure that DHCP’s server is activated on

wireless router.

yIf you cannot connect the speaker with your

router, go to setting of the router and then make sure that “Allow wireless client to see each other and access my local network” box is unchecked.

Simple Connection (EZ Setup)

Preparation

yFor Simple Connection, Wi-Fi network condition

is needed.

yMake sure that the Bluetooth setting on your

smart device in on.

Note

ySimple Connection is supported by

Bluetooth Ver 4.0 (or higher).

yIf Simple Connection screen is not displayed

on the screen, connect the unit by the other way. Please refer to “Connecting the speaker to your network with a LAN cable” (page

14) or “Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method” (page 16 or page 19)

1. Plug in the desired device, and tap [Next].

Connecting

2. App searches for the speaker and connects it automatically, Tap [Next].

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3. If the network password is set, security screen is displayed. Type the password.

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4. After typing password, tap [Next].

5. Tap [Finish] to finish making the connection.

Connecting the speaker to your network with a LAN cable

Connection overview

Broadband service

Router

LAN

Rear of the speaker

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1. Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet. The

Network status LED starts to blink white.

2. On your smart device, launch Music Flow Player app. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker.

3. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen.

5. Connect one end of the LAN cable to the speaker’s ETHERNET port and connect the other end to your wireless router. Wait a moment until stops blinking and stays white.

6. Then select [Next] on the screen.

Network status LED

Connecting

4. Select [Wired connection] on the screen.

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7. Select [Finish] to complete the connection.

Connecting

(If there is an update)

8. This application is checking the Version of software of your speaker and then shows the version.

Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android)

Connection overview

Broadband service

Router

Select [Next] after checking the version

information.

Note

yYou cannot use the speaker without a

router. When using the wired router, you can control the speaker with Music Flow PC Software. (page 30)

yThe speaker and the smart device should be

connected to the same router.

Rear of the speaker

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1. Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet. The

Network status LED starts to blink white.

2. On your smart device, launch Music Flow Player app. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker.

3. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen.

6. Press the Wi-Fi SETUP button on the rear of

the speaker. Then white and red alternately.

7. Then select [Next] on the screen.

8. If you have a password for your network, the security screen appears on your smart device. Enter your password.

Network status LED blinks

Connecting

4. Select [Wireless connection] on the screen.

5. Then select [Next] on the screen.

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9. Then select [Next] on the screen.

Connecting

10. Select [Finish] to complete the connection.

(If there is an update)

11. This application is checking the Version of software of your speaker and then shows the version.

Select [Next] after checking the version

information.

Note

If the speaker fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the speaker closer to your router and try again.

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Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (iOS)

Connection overview

Broadband service

Router

1. Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet. The

Network status LED starts to blink white.

2. On your smart device, launch Music Flow Player app. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker.

Connecting

3. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen.

Rear of the speaker

4. Select [Wireless connection] on the screen.

5. Then select [Next] on the screen.

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