LG SK9Y User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

LG Wi-Fi Sound Bar

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

MODEL SK9Y (SK9Y, SPK8-W)

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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 suf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.

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.

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 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: No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on 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

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

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.

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This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator.

How to Safely remove the batteries or the battery pack from the equipment: To Remove the

old batteries or battery pack, follow the assembly steps in reverse order. To prevent contamination of the environment and bring on possible threat to human and/or animal health, the old batteries or the battery pack must be put in an appropriate container at designated collection points. Do not dispose of batteries or battery pack together with other waste. It is recommended that you use local, free reimbursement systems batteries or battery packs, (may not be available in your area). The batteries or the battery pack should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.

Symbols

Refers to alternating current (AC).

Refers to direct current (DC).

Refers to class II equipment.

Refers to stand-by.

Refers to “ON” (power).

Refers to dangerous voltage.

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

2 Safety Information 6 Main Features 6 Introduction 7 Remote control 8 Front panel 9 Rear panel 11 Installing the sound bar 11 Mounting the main unit on a wall 13 Positioning the speakers (Optional)

2 Connecting

14 Organizing cables 14 Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold

Separately) connection 14 – Wireless subwoofer connection 16 – Rear speakers connection (Sold

Separately) 17 – Surround sound 20 – How to Affix the Ferrite Core 21 Connecting to your TV 21 – Using an OPTICAL cable 21 – LG Sound Sync 23 – Using an HDMI cable 23 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function 23 – What is SIMPLINK? 24 – Additional information for HDMI 25 Optional equipment connection 25 – DOLBY ATMOS® 26 – HDMI connection 26 – OPTICAL IN connection 27 – PORTABLE IN connection 28 Network connection 28 – Wired connection 29 – Wireless connection 29 “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” 30 – Installing “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” App 30 Works with the Google Assistant

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3 Operating

31 Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology 31 – About Bluetooth 31 – Bluetooth profiles 31 – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device 33 – Bluetooth connection lock (BT LOCK) 33 Other operations 33 – Using your TV remote control 34 – AV Sync 34 – Turn off the sound temporarily 34 – Auto display Dimmer 34 – Displaying input source information 34 – Auto power down 35 – AUTO POWER On/Off 36 – Auto function change 37 Sound adjustment 37 – Setting sound effect 37 – Adjust volume level automatically 37 – Adjust Sound level 38 Standby mode 38 – Standby mode 38 – Network standby mode 38 – Bluetooth standby mode 38 Reset the Speaker

4 Troubleshooting

39 Troubleshooting 39 – General 40 – Network 41 – Application 41 – NOTES to use wireless 42 – NOTES to release Demo mode

5 Appendix

43 File requirement 43 Trademarks and licenses 44 Specifications 46 Handling the Speaker 46 Important Information Relating to Network

Services

47 TERMS OF USE

Some of the content in this manual may differ from “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app depending on the application’s version.

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Main Features

LG Sound Sync

Controls volume level of this unit by the remote

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control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG Sound Sync.

“LG Wi-Fi Speaker” application

Listens to music stored on your smart device.

You can control this speaker with your iPod touch/ iPhone or Android device via “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app. This speaker and your smart device must be connected to the same network. Visit Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store” to search for “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app. For detailed information, refer to page

29.

yDepending on the application’s version and the

software of smart device, “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app may not be operated normally.

ySome smart devices may not be compatible with

this speaker.

BLUETOOTH®

Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device.

Surround sound

You can enjoy surround sound by using Wireless Rear Speaker kit (SPK8-S).

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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Remote control

Replacement of Battery

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert the battery with 4 and 5 matched correctly.

• • • • • • • • • • • • • •a • • • • • • • • • • • • •

(Standby) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.

VOL (Volume) o/p : Adjusts speaker volume.

F (Function) : Selects the function and the input

source.

Input source / Function Display

Wi-Fi WI-FI

Optical

ARC

LG Sound Sync (Wired)

Bluetooth BT

LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV

HDMI IN HDMI IN

Portable PORTABLE

(Mute) : Mutes the sound.

[

(Skip) : Skips Fast backward or Forward.

C/V

(Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses playback.

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SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode.

: Adjusts sound level of each speaker. (Page

37)

AV SYNC :

- Synchronizes the audio and video.

- Controls TV remote. (Page 33)

- Displays the input source information.

- Displays the connected Bluetooth device name on

Bluetooth function.

AUTO VOL :

- Turns on or off the AUTO VOLUME mode.

- Turns on or off the surround sound. (Page 17)

AUTO POWER :

- Turns on or off AUTO POWER function. (Page 35)

- Turns on or off the Bluetooth connection lock. (Page 33)

OPT/HDMI ARC

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Front panel

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LED indicator

Shows connection status.

yWhite (Blinking): Waiting for network connection

on Wi-Fi function

yWhite (Staying on): Network connection is

completed on Wi-Fi function or the other functions are selected.

yWhite (Dimmed): Standby mode with network

connection.

yRed (Staying on): Standby mode without network

connection.

Remote sensor

Display window

The buttons are located on the rear.

Rear panel

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(Standby)

A 1

Switches the unit ON or OFF.

F (Function)

Selects the function and input source. (WI-FI, OPT/HDMI ARC, BT, LG TV, HDMI IN, PORTABLE)

p/o (Volume)

(Play/Pause)

Starts playback. / Pauses playback

/ (Wi-Fi)

Selects Wi-Fi function.

LAN port

Connect to a router.

PORTABLE IN connector

Connect portable device.

OPTICAL IN connector

Connect to an optical device.

HDMI OUT (TV ARC)

Connect to HDMI IN (ARC) on TV.

HDMI IN

Connect to device with HDMI OUT.

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Useful functions for using the unit.

Function Description To do Do this

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TV Remote On/ Off

(Page 33)

BT Lock On/Off

(Page 33)

Auto Power On/Off

(Page 35)

BT Standby

On/Off

(Page 38)

Network Standby On/ Off

(Page 38)

Surround On/ Off

(Page 17)

It allows you to control the volume of this unit by your TV remote control even by other company’s product.

Initial setting of this function was set to on.

It allows you to connect a

Bluetooth device only on Bluetooth and LG TV functions.

Initial setting of this function was set to off.

It allows the unit to turn on and off automatically by input signals : Optical, LG TV, Bluetooth or “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app.

Initial setting of this function was set to on.

It allows the unit to switch to standby mode while

maintaining Bluetooth

connection.

It allows the unit to switch to standby mode while maintaining a network connection.

It allows you to enjoy surround sound with rear speakers.

Initial setting of this function was set to off.

ON Press and hold AV SYNC on the remote

OFF Press and hold AV SYNC on the remote

ON Press and hold AUTO POWER on the

OFF Press and hold AUTO POWER on the

ON Press AUTO POWER on the remote control

OFF Press AUTO POWER on the remote control

ON Set the volume to a minimum in advance.

OFF Set the volume to a minimum in advance.

ON Press 1 on the unit or 1 on the remote

OFF Press 1 on the unit or 1 on the remote

ON Press and hold AUTO VOL on the remote

OFF Press and hold AUTO VOL on the remote

control for about 3 seconds and then press the button again.

remote control for about 2 seconds in Bluetooth function and then press the button again.

and then press the button again.

Press and hold p on the unit and J on the remote control for about 3 seconds and then press the button again.

control.

control for about 3 seconds.

control for about 2 seconds and then press the button again.

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Installing the sound bar

You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the other device : TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.

Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the device you want. (Pages 21 - 28)

You can place the wireless subwoofer anywhere in your room. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the main unit. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce the wall reections.

Caution

yFor best performance of wireless connection

such as Bluetooth or wireless subwoofer, do not install the unit on Metallic furniture because wireless connection communicates through a module positioned on the bottom of the unit.

yBe careful not to make scratches on the

surface of the Unit /Subwoofer when installing or moving them.

Note

For the convenient button usage, it is recommended to take some distance between the soundbar and your TV when you install the sound bar.

Mounting the main unit on a wall

You can mount the main unit on a wall.

Caution

Because it is difcult to make a connection after installing this unit, you should connect the cables before installation.

Preparation materials

Unit

Wall bracket install guide

Wall bracket

Screws

(Not supplied)

Screws (A)

Wall plug

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1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to the position.

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2. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use the wall plugs. You should drill some holes. A guide sheet (Wall bracket install guide) is supplied to drill. Use the sheet to check the point to drill.

3. Remove the Wall bracket install guide.

4. Fix the brackets with screws (A) as shown in the illustration below.

5. Put the unit on the brackets to match screw holes on the bottom of the unit.

6. Fix the unit with the screws firmly.

Note

To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order.

Caution

yDo not install this unit upside down. It can

damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury.

yDo not hang onto the installed unit and avoid

any impact to the unit.

ySecure the unit rmly to the wall so that it

does not fall off. If the unit falls off, it may result in an injury or damage to the product.

yWhen the unit is installed on a wall, please

make sure that a child does not pull any of connecting cables, as it may cause it to fall.

Note

Screws (A) and Wall Plugs are not supplied for mounting the unit. We recommend the Hilti (HUD-1 6 x 30) for the mounting.

Positioning the speakers (Optional)

For the best surround sound, place the speakers as shown below.

Note

The illustration above may differ from actual units.

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Organizing cables

You can organize the cable with cable ties.

1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown below.

2. Tighten cable ties.

Connecting

Note

After all connections are completed, you can

arrange cables as needed.

Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection

Wireless subwoofer connection

LED indicator of wireless subwoofer

LED Color Status

Green

(Blink)

Green The connection is completed.

Red The wireless subwoofer is in

Off (No

display)

Setting up the wireless subwoofer for the first time

1. Connect the power cord of the sound bar and the wireless subwoofer to the outlet.

2. Turn on the sound bar. The sound bar and the wireless subwoofer will be automatically connected.

The connection is trying.

standby mode or the connection is failed.

The power cord of wireless subwoofer is disconnected.

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Pairing

Manually pairing wireless subwoofer

When your connection is not completed, you can check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve the problem, follow the steps below.

1. Press Pairing button on the rear of the wireless subwoofer.

- The green LED on the rear of the wireless

subwoofer blinks quickly. (If the green LED does not blink, press and hold the Pairing button.)

2. Turn on the sound bar.

3. Pairing is completed.

- The green LED on the rear of the wireless

subwoofer turns on.

Note

yIt takes a few seconds (and may take longer)

for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make sounds.

yThe closer the main unit and the subwoofer,

the better sound quality. It is recommended to install the main unit and the subwoofer as close as possible and avoid the cases below.

- There is an obstacle between the main unit and the subwoofer.

- There is a device using same frequency with this wireless connection such as a medical equipment, a microwave or a wireless LAN device.

- Keep the sound bar and the subwoofer away from the device (ex. wireless router, microwave oven, etc.) over 1 m (3.3 ft) to prevent wireless interference.

1 m

!

(3.3 ft)

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