LG XBOOM GO PL7 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Portable Bluetooth

Speaker

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

MODELS

PL7/PL7W

MFL71448067

www.lg.com

2010_Rev03

Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Safety Information	HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
	WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
	OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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.

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.

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: No naked flame 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 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.

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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 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.

CAUTION when using this product in environments of low humidity

yy It may cause static electricity in environments of low humidity.

yy It is recommended to use this product after touching any metal object which conducts electricity.

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Symbols

~Refers to alternating current (AC).

0 Refers to direct current (DC).

Refers to classII equipment.

1Refers to stand-by.

!Refers to “ON” (power).

Refers to dangerous voltage.

Table of Contents	5

Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

2 SafetyInformation

6Unique features

6Introduction

7Front

8 Rear

2 Operating

9Charging the speaker

9–  Charging with the AC adapter

9–  Checking the charging status 10 –  Checking Battery status 10 Charging mobile device

11 Basic Operations

11 –  Using power button

11 –  Bluetooth Connection

11 –  Bluetooth LED status

12 –  Simple Operation Guide

14 Handsfree Function

15 Voice Command

16 Mood light

17 Sound Effect

17 –  Setting Sound effect

18 Listening to Music from Your External Device

19 Using BLUETOOTH® wireless technology

19 –  Listening to music stored on the

BLUETOOTH devices

22 Multi phone pairing

24 Using the "LG XBOOM" App

24 –  About “LG XBOOM” App

24 –  Install “LG XBOOM” App onto Your Bluetooth Device

25 –  Activate Bluetooth with “LG XBOOM” App

26 Dual Mode Connection

28 Multi Mode Connection

30 Other Operation

30 –  Resetting

30 –  Turn on/off the beep sound

30 –  Notice for Auto Power Off

3 Troubleshooting

31 Troubleshooting

4 Appendix

32Trademarks and Licenses

33Handling the Unit

34Specifications

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Unique features

Auto Power Off

This unit supports to turn off by itself for saving energy consumption. (Page 30)

AUX (Portable In)

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

Introduction

Symbol 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.

LG XBOOM

LG XBOOM is an app designed to let you take control of some of LG’s latest audio devices.

(Page 24-25)

Dual Mode

You can enjoy the sound in stereo by using two speakers. For enjoying Dual Mode, you need to purchase another speaker.

Dual mode is only supported with the same model.

(PL5 and PL5, PL7 and PL7) (Page 26-27)

Multi Mode

You can enjoy the Multi Mode sound by using multiple speakers. For enjoying Multi Mode, you need to purchase another speaker.

(Available model: PL5, PL7)

(Page 28-29)

>>Caution

Water-proof (IPX5)

This speaker is water-proof according toIPX5. IPX5is“Degreesofprotectionagainstingressof water”However, this system is not completely water-tight. Avoid the cases below.

yy Do not use unit under water or other liquid.

yy When battery is charging, do not expose the unit to water.

yy When port is exposed to water, wipe off it with a soft dry cloth.Thoroughly dry it before using the speaker.

yy Ports are not water-proof. Make sure close the port cover securely. Refer to below image.

-- Position port cover onto A and securely press it.

The water resistant performance of the system is based on our measurements under the conditions herein described. Note that malfunctions as a result of water immersion caused by misuse by the customer are not covered by the warranty.

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Front

				C
	B						D

A

E F

ABattery LED

BPower LED

CBluetooth LED

DSOUND BOOST LED

E1

Turns On / Off: Press it.

*If the power turned on, you can check the battery status by pressing the 1button for 2 seconds.

Fj

-Adds a Bluetooth device for multi phone pairing. (Press and hold jfor 2 seconds)

-Changes to Bluetooth mode in AUX mode.

(Press j)

G H

I J

K

IN

-Plays, pauses or skips playback on the Bluetooth mode. (Page 12)

-Receives a call on the Bluetooth device. (Page 14)

-Mutes the sound on the AUX mode.

-Use voice command of your smart device. Press and hold the Nbutton for 2 seconds to use voice command.

(Page 15)

JSOUND BOOST

Changes sound effect. (Page 17)

K Microphone

* When you connect the 3.5 mm stereo cable, the function is changed to AUX mode.

- Press and hold jfor 7 seconds for Bluetooth Initialization.

G P

Turn down the volume.

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Turn up the volume.

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Rear

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A

B C D

E F

G

H

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J K

APort cover

BMulti Mode LED (MAIN)

CMulti Mode LED (OTHER)

DDual Mode LED

E3 MULTI

Connects multiple speakers for Multi Mode. (Page 28-29)

F3 DUAL

Connects two speakers for Dual Mode.

(Page 26-27)

G

Changes mood light. (Page 16)

HRESET button

I (DC IN)

USB (C type) port for charging

JAUX

Listens to music from your portable device.

K(DC OUT 5 V 0 1.5 A)

(USB port only for charging mobile devices)

*Charging mobile device is available only when the speaker is turned on.

*Charging mobile device via USB port is available while using Bluetooth mode.

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Charging the speaker	Checking the charging status

Charging with the AC adapter

This speaker uses built-in battery. Before using it, charge the battery by connecting the AC Adapter.

1.Connect the supplied USB cable to the AC adapter.

2.Connect the USB cable to (DCIN) port of the speaker.

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

When speaker's battery is charging, you can check the charging status by Battery LED.

LED	Description

Battery is fully charged.

Green Off

Battery is charging.

Red

,,Note

yy If you listen to the music while charging, it will take longer to charge.

yy	When the speaker is not charging by
	overheating, Battery LED turn on red and
	amber alternately.
	And charging is stopped.
yy	When the speaker’s battery is fully charged,
(Not supplied)	the Battery LED turn on green for 15 seconds
	and then off.

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yy Operating time is approx. 24 hours.It is based on what fully charged the battery, continuous playback using 50 % volume level and turning off mood light and Sound Effect functions.

It may vary depending on the battery status and operational conditions.

yy It is recommended that you use the supplied USB cable for device protection.

>>Caution

AC adapter is not supplied.It is recommended that you use the 5 V AC adapter approved by LG ElectronicsInc. (more than 2 A) with this speaker because of danger of explosion.If you do not use the recommended adapter, charging is unavailable or charging time may differ.

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Checking Battery status

If the power turned on, you can check the charging status by pressing the 1button for 2 seconds.Then Battery LED light will change depending on battery charging status.

	LED	Description	Status
		Battery LED turns	70 %
	Green	on green.
		Battery LED turns	10 %
	Amber	on amber.
		Battery LED
		continuously	10 %
	Red	blinks in red and
		sounds once.

,,Note

yy The Battery LED turn on for 3 seconds, after the 1button press for 2 seconds.

yy Checking Battery status is not checked when the speaker is charging.

yy If the speaker is connected to your smartphone, you can check the battery status on “LG XBOOM” app.It may vary from actual battery capacity.

Charging mobile device

You can charge mobile device by speaker.

1.Turn on the speaker.

2.Connect the mobile device to the speaker’s USB port by using USB cable.

3.Mobile device starts to be charged.

,,Note

yy Detailed way of charging is different depending on the mobile device. Refer to your mobile device guide.

yy Some of the mobile devices may not be charged.

yy Charging is available only when the speaker is turned on.

yy Charging mobile device via USB port is available while using Bluetooth mode.

yy When charging the mobile device by speaker, the battery of speaker is consumed.

yy Devices other than mobile devices can not be charged.

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Basic Operations

Using power button

Power On / Off

Press the 1 button.

Bluetooth Connection

LG-PL7(XX)

Play the desired music on the Bluetooth device. After pairing, you can control playback using the buttons on the unit. (Page 12-13, 19-21)

Bluetooth LED status

Check the Bluetooth LED blinks before connecting

Bluetooth device.

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LED	Status	Description
	Bluetooth LED	Searching for
	blinks with the
		Bluetooth device.
	sound.
	Bluetooth LED	Bluetooth device
	turns on with the
	sound.	is connected.

,,Note

yy In AUX mode, Bluetooth LED turns off.

yy Once pairing is performed, it does not need to be done again even if you turn off this unit.

yy When switching AUX mode to Bluetooth mode, Bluetooth LED turns on but there is no sound.