LG SL7YF 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.

MODEL

SL7YF (SL7YF, SPL5B-W)

www.lg.com

1905_Rev02

Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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	Safety Information			product identification and supply ratings, please refer
				NOTICE: For safety marking information including
				to the main label on the bottom or the other surface
				of the product.
		CAUTION
		RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK		CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
		DO NOT OPEN
				The Power Plug is the disconnecting device.In case
	CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
				of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily
	SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
				accessible.
	NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
				Check the specification page of this owner’s manual
	SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
				to be certain of the current requirements.

This lightning flash 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 sufficient 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.

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 confined 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 filled 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 should 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.

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 examinew 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: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

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CAUTION: Only use the AC adapter supplied with	Symbols
this device. Do not use a power supply from another
device or another manufacturer. Using any other	~	Refers to alternating current (AC).
power cable or power supply may cause damage to				1
	0
the device and void your warranty.		Refers to direct current (DC).
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	1	Refers to stand-by.
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	!	Refers to “ON” (power).
		Refers to dangerous voltage.

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Table of Contents

1	Getting Started		2	Connecting
2	Safety Information		15	Organizing cables (Optional)
6	Introduction		15	Connecting the AC Adapter
7	Front panel		16	Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold
8	Rear panel			Separately) connection
9	Remote control		16	–  Wireless subwoofer connection
12	Installing the sound bar		17	–  Rear speakers connection (Sold
13 Mounting the main unit on a wall				Separately)
			18	–  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	–  HDMI connection
			25	–  OPTICAL IN connection
			26	–  Antenna Connection
			27	–  USB connection
			27	–  Compatible USB devices
			27	–  USB device requirement
			28	–  Playable file
			29	Network connection
			30	“LG Wi-Fi Speaker”
			30	–  Installing “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” App
			30	Works with the Google Assistant

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	3	Operating	4		Troubleshooting
	31	Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology	41		Troubleshooting
	31	–  About Bluetooth	41		–  General
	31	–  Bluetooth profiles	43		–  Network
	31	–  Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device	43		–  Application
	33	–  Controls connected Bluetooth device	44		–  NOTES to use wireless
	33	–  Bluetooth connection lock (BT LOCK)	44		–  NOTES to release Demo mode
	34	Radio Operations
	34	–  Listening to the radio	5		Appendix
	34	–  Presetting the Radio Stations
	34	–  Deleting a saved station	45		File requirement
	34	–  Deleting all the saved stations	45		Trademarks and licenses
	35	–  See information about a radio station	46		Specifications
	36	USB operations	48		Handling the Speaker
	37	Other operations	48		Important Information Relating to Network
	37	–  Using your TV remote control			Services
	38	–  AUTO POWER On/Off	49		TERMS OF USE

39–  Auto function change

40Standby mode

40 –  Standby mode

40 –  Network standby mode

40 –  Bluetooth standby mode

40 Reset the Speaker

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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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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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Front panel

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A Remote sensor

Display Window

B -- Display window will be darkened automatically if there is no key input for 15 seconds. When you press any button, the display window will brighten.

1 (Standby)
--	Switches the unit ON or OFF.
F (Function)
--	Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly.
		Input source / Function	Display
		Wi-Fi	WI-FI
		Optical
		ARC	OPT/HDMI ARC
		LG Sound Sync (Wired)
C
		Bluetooth	BT
		LG Sound Sync (Wireless)	LG TV
		HDMI IN	HDMI
		Radio	FM
		USB	USB

o/p(Volume)

-- Adjusts volume level.

(Wi-Fi)

-- Selects Wi-Fi function.

,This unit will turn itself off to save electric consumption when the main unit is not connected to an external device and is not used for 15 minutes.

When network is connected, the speaker switches to the network standby mode. If network is disconnected, the speaker switches to the standby mode.

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Rear panel

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FM ANTENNA

A-- Connect to radio antenna.

DC IN

B-- Connect to the AC adapter. USB Port

C-- Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit.

OPTICAL IN

D-- Connect the OPTICALIN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on theTV.

HDMI IN

E-- Connect HDMIIN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device. You can enjoy the sound and picture from HDMI connection on an external device.

F	(TV ARC) HDMI OUT
	-- Connect the (TV ARC) HDMI OUT jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on theTV.

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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.

1 (Standby)

-- Switches the unit ON or OFF.

A

yy Network Standby On/Off: It allows the unit to switch to standby mode while maintaining a

network connection. (Page 40)

To turn on Network Standby function, Press 1.

To turn off Network Standby function, press 1 for about 3 seconds.

VOL (Volume) o/p

B-- Adjusts speaker volume.

C/V(Skip/Tuning)

C-- Press Cor Vto go to next or previous file. -- Select the radio stations by using Cor V.

N(Play/Pause)

-- Starts playback. / Pauses playback.

yy BT (Bluetooth) connection Lock: It allows you to connect a Bluetooth device only on Bluetooth

Dand LGTV functions. (Page 33)

To turn on or off the Bluetooth connection lock, press and hold Nfor about 3 seconds and press it again in BT (Bluetooth) function.

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-- Stores programme of Radio.

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SOUND EFFECT

-- Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT.

		On Display	Description
		ASC (Adaptive Sound Control)	Analyzes the property of the input sound and provides the
			sound optimized for the content in real time.
		BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+	Reinforces the bass and powerful sound.
	E	STANDARD	You can enjoy optimized sound.
		DTS VIRTUAL: X	You can enjoy more immersive and cinematic surround sound.

yy TV remote: It allows you to control the volume of this unit by yourTV remote control even by other company’s product. (Page 37)

To turn on or off theTV Remote function, press and hold SOUND EFFECT for about 3 seconds and press it again.

, SupportedTV brands

LG	Panasonic	Philips	Samsung	Sharp	Sony	Toshiba	Vizio

(Sound tuning)

-- Adjusts sound level of each speaker.

Select the speaker you want to adjust by using and adjust the sound level by using VOL o/p. , Adjusting rear speakers level is applied only when the rear speakers are connected.

		Speaker	Display	Range
	F	Sub Woofer	WF	-15 ~ 6
		Center	C	-6 ~ 6
		Rear	R	-6 ~ 6
		Treble	TRE	-5 ~ 5
		Bass	BAS	-5 ~ 5

yy	Surround sound: It allows you to enjoy surround sound with rear speakers. (Page 18)
	To turn on or off the surround sound, press and hold	for about 3 seconds and press it again.
8 (Night time)
G --	It is useful when you want to watch movies at low volume late at night.It makes to reduce the
	sound intensity and improve fineness and softness.
	Press 8 to activate Night time mode.To cancel it, press 8 again.

PRESET DELETE

H -- Deletes the saved radio stations.

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F (Function)

I-- Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly.

[(Mute)

J-- Press [to mute your unit.To cancel it, press [again.

J(Information)

-- You can display various information of the input source by pressing J. -- OPT (Optical)/ARC/HDMI (HDMIIN): Audio format

-- BT (Bluetooth): Connected Bluetooth device name

-- USB: File information contained on a USB.

-- Select the RDS (Radio Data System) by pressing Jon the radio.

Kyy Auto Power ON/OFF: It allows the unit to turn on and off automatically by input signals: Optical, LG TV, Bluetooth or “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app (Page 38)

To turn on or off AUTO POWER function, press and hold Jfor about 3 seconds and press it again.

yy BT Standby On/Off: It allows the unit to switch to standby mode while maintaining Bluetooth connection. (Page 40)

To turn on or off BT Standby function, set the volume to a minimum in advance. Press and hold p on the unit and Jon the remote control for about 3 seconds and then press Jagain.

REPEAT

L-- Press REPEAT to select desired repeat or random mode.

FOLDER/PRESET W/S

M-- Searches a folder on USB device. -- Selects programme of Radio.

PTY

N-- Searches radio stations by radio type.

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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 theTV and connect it to the device you want. (Pages 21 - 29)

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 reflections.

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

>>Caution

yy For 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.

yy Be careful not to make scratches on the surface of the Unit /Subwoofer when installing or moving them.

Installing the additional foot

You can extend the height of the unit by using additional foot (height: 14 mm).

1.Turn the unit upside down.

2.Peel off a sticker attached to the additional foot. Then place it on the existing foot of the unit.

3.Press the additional foot with adequate force to get it firmly fixed.

,,Note

yy If the sound bar covers the remote sensor of theTV, please separate distance between the sound bar andTV by 10 ~ 15 cm or more.

yy The illustration above may differ from actual units.

yy You can enjoy surround sound by using Wireless Rear Speaker kit. Wireless Rear Speakers Kit sold separately (SPK8-S).

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Mounting the main unit on a wall

You can mount the main unit on a wall.

>>Caution

Because it is difficult 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

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

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.

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

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

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6. Fix the unit with the screws firmly.

,,Note

To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order.

>>Caution

yy Do not install this unit upside down.It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury.

yy Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid any impact to the unit.

yy Secure the unit firmly 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.

yy When 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.

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Organizing cables (Optional)

You can organize the cable with cable ties.

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

2.Tighten cable ties.

Connecting the AC

Adapter

Connect the sound bar 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 DCIN adapter input.

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

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,,Note

yy After all connections are completed, you can arrange cables as needed.

yy Cable ties are not supported.

>>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.

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Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection

Wireless subwoofer connection

LED indicator of wireless subwoofer

LED Color	Status
Green	The connection is trying.
(Blink)
Green	The connection is completed.
Red	The wireless subwoofer is in
	standby mode or the connection
	is failed.
Off (No	The power cord of wireless
display)	subwoofer is disconnected.

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 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.)

2. Turn on the sound bar.

-- Pairing is completed.The green LED on the rear of the wireless subwoofer turns on.

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.

-- Green LED on the rear of wireless subwoofer turns on.

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,,Note

yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make sounds.

yy The 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 to prevent wireless interference.

!1 m

Rear speakers connection (Sold Separately)

Connecting the rear speakers

1.Connect the black stripe wire to the terminal marked - (minus) and the other end to the terminal marked + (plus).

2.Connect the wireless receiver and the rear speakers (right, left) with the speaker cables.

Color	Position
Grey	Rear right
Blue	Rear left

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>>Caution

yy Use the speaker supplied with this unit only. Using any other speaker may cause malfunction.

yy Be sure to match the speaker cable to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and–to–.If the cables are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

Manually pairing wireless receiver

When your connection is not completed, you can see the red LED on the wireless receiver and rear speakers do not make sound.To solve the problem, follow the below steps.

1.Press PAIRING on the rear of the wireless receiver.

LED indicator of wireless receiver

LED Color	Status
Yellow - green	The connection is trying.
(Blink)
Yellow - green	The connection is completed.
Red	The wireless receiver is in standby
	mode or the connection is failed.
Off	The power cord of wireless
(No display)	receiver is disconnected.

Setting up the wireless receiver for the first time

1.Connect the power cord to the wireless receiver to the outlet.

2.Turn on the main unit:The sound bar and wireless receiver will be automatically connected.

-- Yellow - green LED on the wireless receiver turns on.

-- The yellow - green LED on the wireless receiver blinks quickly.

2. Turn on the main unit

-- Paring is completed.The yellow - green LED on the wireless receiver turns on.

Surround sound

You can enjoy magnificent surround sound for all the input sound source with rear speakers.

If you turn on the surround function, the whole speaker outputs sound.

When you turn off the surround function, the speakers output sound as an original input sound channel.

To turn on surround function, press and hold on the remote control for about 3 seconds and press it once again while “OFF - SURROUND” is scrolled.

To turn off surround function, press and hold on the remote control for about 3 seconds and press it once again while “ON - SURROUND” is scrolled.