LG SH3C Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Wireless
Sound Bar

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

MODEL

SH3C (SH3C, SPH3B-W)

*MFL69465247*

www.lg.com

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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 should not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, should 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

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
suf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.

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

CAUTION: No naked ame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

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

Symbols

Refers to alternating current (AC).

~

Refers to direct current (DC).

0

Refers to class II equipment.

Refers to stand-by.

1

Refers to “ON” (power).

!

Refers to dangerous voltage.

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Industry Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence­exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

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(1) This device may not cause interference; and

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(2) This device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

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 (7.8 inches)
between the antenna & 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.

WARNING

[For product having the wireless function using 5
GHz frequency bands]
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150–

5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to co­channel mobile satellite systems;

(ii) for devices with detachable antenna(s), the

maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470­5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment
still complies with the e.i.r.p. limit;

(iii) for devices with detachable antenna(s), the

maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such
that the equipment still complies with the
e.i.r.p. limits specied for point-to-point and
non-point-to-point operation as appropriate;

and

(iv) the worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to

remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation
mask requirement set forth in Section 6.2.2(3)
shall be clearly indicated.(devices operating in
the band 5250-5350 MHz with a maximum
e.i.r.p. greater than 200 mW)

(v) 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.

Table of Contents

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1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information
6 Unique features
6 – Auto power down
6 – Portable In
6 – LG Sound Sync
6 Introduction
6 – Symbols used in this manual
6 Accessories
7 Remote control
8 Front panel
8 Rear panel
9 About LED condition
10 Installing the sound bar

2 Connecting

11 Wireless subwoofer connection
12 Connecting to your TV
12 – Using an OPTICAL cable
13 Optional equipment connection
13 – OPTICAL IN connection
13 – PORT. IN connection

3 Operating

14 Operations
14 – DRC (Dynamic range control)
14 – Turn off the sound temporarily
14 – Auto LED Off
14 – Using your TV remote control
15 – AUTO POWER On/Off
15 – Auto function change
16 – LG Sound Sync
17 Using BLUETOOTH® technology
17 – Listening to music stored on the

BLUETOOTH devices
18 Using BLUETOOTH App
18 – Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto

Your BLUETOOTH Device
19 – Activate Bluetooth with

“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
20 Sound adjustment
20 – Setting the surround mode
20 – Adjust the woofer level settings

4 Troubleshooting

21 Troubleshooting
22 NOTES to use wireless

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5 Appendix

23 Trademarks and licenses
24 Specifications
25 Maintenance
25 – Handling the unit

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Unique features

Auto power down

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This unit supports to turn off by itself for saving
energy consumption.

Portable In

Listen to music from your portable device.
(MP3 player, Notebook, Smart phone, etc..)

LG Sound Sync

Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
control of your LG TV that is compatible
with LG Sound Sync.

Introduction

Symbols used in this manual

Note

,

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Caution

>

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Remote control (1) Batteries (2)

Optical cable (1)

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Remote control

Replacement of battery

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(Power): Switches the unit ON or OFF.

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F : Changes input sources.

ASC : Selects ASC (Adaptive Sound Control) sound

effect.

STANDARD : Selects STANDARD sound effect.

CINEMA : Selects CINEMA sound effect.

(Mute) : Mutes the sound.

VOL o/p : Adjusts speaker volume.

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DRC ON/OFF : Turns on or off DRC function. (Refer
to the page 14.)

WOOFER LEVEL o/p : Adjusts sound level of

subwoofer.

AUTO POWER ON/OFF: Turns on or off AUTO
POWER function. (Refer to the page 15.)

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Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote
control, and insert battery with and matched
correctly.

Front panel

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B

A

C

G

A 1/!
B

C p/o

D

E

(Standby/On)

F (Function)

Selects the function and input source.

(Volume)

Adjusts volume level.

Standby LED

It lights up in red on standby mode.

Remote sensor

Rear panel

D E

F

F
G

G

Function LED

Speakers

PORT.IN : Portable input

A

A

B

OPTICAL IN : Optical input

B