LG SK3E 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

SK3E (SK3E, SPH4B-W)

www.lg.com

Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

1808_Rev01

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Safety Information			HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
			WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
			OR MOISTURE.
	CAUTION		CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK		water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled
	DO NOT OPEN		with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC			apparatus.
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)			WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER			confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.			CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around
	This lightning flash with arrowhead		this product. (ex. Electrical swatter)This product may
			malfunction due to electrical shock.
	symbol within an equilateral
	triangle is intended to alert the		CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted
	user to the presence of uninsulated		candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
	dangerous voltage within the		CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
	product’s enclosure that may be of
			Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
	sufficient magnitude to constitute
			instructions.
	a risk of electric shock to persons.
			Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
	The exclamation point within an		for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
	equilateral triangle is intended		the product and to protect it from over heating.
	to alert the user to the presence		The openings should never be blocked by placing
	of important operating and		the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
	maintenance (servicing)		surface.This product shall not be placed in a built-
	instructions in the literature		in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
	accompanying the product.		proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
			instruction has been adhered to.

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CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

For models using an adapter

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

Check the specification 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 fire. 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.

NOTICE: For safety marking information including product identification and supply ratings, please refer to the main label on the bottom or the other surface of the product.

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.

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Symbols

~Refers to alternating current (AC).

0	Refers to direct current (DC).
	Refers to class II equipment.
1	Refers to stand-by.

!Refers to “ON” (power).

Refers to dangerous voltage.

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Table of Contents

1	Getting Started		3	Operating
2	SafetyInformation	19		Basic operations
6	Unique features	19		–  USB operation
6	Introduction	19		Other operations
6	–  Symbols used in this manual	19		–  Turn off the sound temporarily
7	Remote control	19		–  Using yourTV remote control
8	Front panel	20		–  Auto display Dimmer
8	Rear panel	20		–  Auto power down
9	About LED condition	20		–  AUTO POWER On/Off
11	Installing the sound bar	21		–  Auto function change
		22		Using BLUETOOTH® technology
2	Connecting	22		–  Listening to music stored on the
				BLUETOOTH devices
12	Connecting the AC Adapter	23		–  BLUETOOTH connection lock (BT lock)
12	Wireless subwoofer connection	24		Using BLUETOOTH App
14	Connecting to yourTV	24		–  Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
14	–  Using an OPTICAL cable			Your BLUETOOTH Device
14	–  LG Sound Sync	24		–  Activate BLUETOOTH with “Music Flow
16	Optional equipment connection			Bluetooth” App
16	–  OPTICALIN connection	26		Sound adjustment
17	–  USB connection	26		–  Setting sound effect
17	–  Compatible USB devices	26		–  Adjust the woofer level settings
17	–  USB device requirement	26		–  Night mode
18	–  Playable file
		4		Troubleshooting
		27		Troubleshooting
		27		–  General
		28		–  NOTES to use wireless
			5	Appendix
		29		Trademarks and licenses
		30		Specifications
		31		Maintenance
		31		–  Handling the unit

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Unique features

Auto power down

This unit will turn off by itself for energy saving consumption.

LG Sound Sync

Controls volume level of this unit by the remote control of your LGTV 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.

BLUETOOTH®

Listen to music stored on your Bluetooth device.

USB playback

Listen to music stored on your USB device.

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Remote control	• • • • • • • • • • • • • •A•
	1(Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.
	F (Function) : Selects the function and the input
	source.
	ASC		: Analyzes the property of input sound and
	provides the sound optimized for the content in real
	time.
		(Mute) : Mutes the sound.
	VOL (Volume) o/p: Adjusts speaker volume.
	BASS BLAST : Reinforces the bass and powerful
	sound.
	CINEMA : Selects cinematic surround sound.
	• • • • • • • • • • • • • •B•
	C/V(Skip/Search) :
	--	Skips Fast backward or Forward.
	--	Searches for a section within a file.

		dM(Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses
		playback.
		NIGHT ON/OFF :
	Replacement of Battery	-Turns on or off Night mode.
		- Controls this unit usingTV remote. (Page 19)
		WOOFER LEVEL o/p: Adjusts sound level of
		subwoofer.
		AUTO POWER ON/OFF :
		-Turns on or off AUTO POWER function. (Page 20)
		-Turns on or off the Bluetooth connection lock.
		(Page 23)

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

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Front panel

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ARemote sensor

DThe buttons are located on the rear.

BStandby LED (Red)

CFunction LED (White)

Rear panel

Ao/p(Volume) : Adjusts volume level

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

1/!(Standby/On)

BDC IN : AC adapter input COPTICAL IN : Optical input

DUSB /: Connect to a USB device

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About LED condition
: LED is staying on.	: LED is blinking.	: LED is off.
LED	Condition	Description
	OPTICAL LED turns on.	OPTICAL function is selected.
	OPTICAL LED blinks twice and	LG Sound Sync (Optical) function is
	turns on.	selected.
	USB LED turns on.	USB function is selected.
	USB LED blinks.	Paused USB playback.
	BT (Bluetooth) LED turns on.	Paired with Bluetooth device.
	BT (Bluetooth) LED blinks.	Waiting for Bluetooth connection.
	LGTV LED turns on.	LG Sound Sync (Wireless) function is
		selected.

, Note

yy When you press any button, standby LED (Red) on the main unit blinks. yy When you press (Mute) button, standby LED (Red) blinks slowly.

yy When this unit reaches minimum volume, standby LED (Red) turns on for 2 seconds and blinks slowly. yy When this unit reaches maximum volume, standby LED (Red) turns on for 2 seconds.

yy When you press volume (o/p) button continually, standby LED (Red) blinks quickly.

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Useful functions for using the unit

Function	Description	To do	Do this
TV Remote On/	It allows you to control the	ON	Press and hold NIGHT ON on the remote
Off	volume of this unit by yourTV		control for about 2 seconds.
(Page 19)	remote control even by other		The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
	company’s product.
		OFF	Press and hold NIGHT OFF on the remote
	Initial setting of this function
			control for about 2 seconds.
	was set to on.
			The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
BT Lock On/Off	It allows you to connect a	ON	Press and hold AUTO POWER ON on the
(Page 23)	Bluetooth deivce only on		remote control for about 2 seconds in
	Bluetooth and LGTV functions.		Bluetooth function.
	Initial setting of this function		The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
	was set to off.
		OFF	Press and hold AUTO POWER OFF on
			the remote control for about 2 seconds in
			Bluetooth function.
			The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
Auto Power	It allows the unit to turn on	ON	Press AUTO POWER ON on the remote
On/Off	and off automatically by input		control.
(Page 20)	signals :		The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
	Optical, LGTV or Bluetooth.
		OFF	Press AUTO POWER OFF on the remote
	Initial setting of this function
			control.
	was set to on.
			The standby LED (Red) blinks once.