OWNER’S MANUAL
Sound Bar System
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
NB4530A (NB4530A, S43A1-D)
Getting Started
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Disposal of your old appliance
1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin
Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators
1. When this crossed-out wheeled
bin symbol is attached to batteries/
accumulators of Your product
it means they are covered by
symbol is attached to a product it
means the product is covered by
the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
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European Directive 2006/66/EC.
2. All electrical and electronic products
should be disposed of separately
from the municipal waste stream
via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or
the local authorities.
2. This symbol may be combined with
chemical symbols for mercury(Hg),
cadmium(Cd) or lead(Pb) if the
battery Contains more that 0.0005%
of mercury,0.002% of cadmium or
0.004% of lead.
3. The correct disposal of your
old appliance will help prevent
potential negative consequences
for the environment and human
health.
3. All batteries/accumulators should
be disposed separately from
the municipal waste stream via
designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or
the local authorities.
4. For more detailed information about
disposal of your old appliance,
please contact your city office,
waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
4. The correct disposal of Your old
batteries/accumulators will help
to prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment,
animal and human health.
5. For more detailed information
about disposal of Your old batteries/
accumulators, please contact Your
city office, waste disposal service or
the shop where You purchased the
product.
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Getting Started
Europe Notice
RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm between the
radiator and your body.
LG Electronics hereby declares that this/these
product(s) is/are in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC and
2009/125/EC.
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Italy Notice
A general authorization is requested for outdoor
use in Italy.
The use of these equipments is regulated by:
1. D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, article 104 (activity
subject to general authorization) for outdoor
use and article 105 (free use) for indoor use, in
both cases for private use.
Please contact to the following address for
obtaining a copy of the DoC (Declaration of
Conformity).
Contact office for compliance of this product :
LG Electronics Inc.
EU Representative, Krijgsman 1,
1186 DM Amstelveen, The Netherlands
2. D.M. 28.5.03, for supply to public of RLAN access
to networks and telecom services.
L’uso degli apparati è regolamentato da:
1. D.L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, articoli 104 (attività
soggette ad autorizzazione generale) se utilizzati
al di fuori del proprio fondo e 105 (libero uso) se
utilizzati entro il proprio
Please note that this is NOT a Customer Service
contact point. For Customer Service Information,
see Warranty Card or contact the dealer that you
purchased this product.
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fondo, in entrambi i casi per uso private.
Indoor Use Only
2. D.M. 28.5.03, per la fornitura al pubblico
dell’accesso R-LAN alle reti e ai servizi di
telecomunicazioni.
Brazil Notice
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto
é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência
prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e
não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando
em caráter primário.
Table of Contents
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Operating
Table of Contents
19
Basic operations
19 – USB operation
19 Other operations
19 – DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
19 – AV Sync
20 – AUTO POWER On/Off
20 – Auto Power Down
20 – Turn off the sound temporarily
20 – Displaying file and input source
21 – Sleep timer setting
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Getting Started
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6
6
6
6
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7
8
8
9
9
Safety information
Unique features
– Portable In
– Speaker ez (easy) Setup
Introduction
– Symbols Used in this Manual
Accessories
Remote control
Front panel
Rear panel
Installing the sound bar
Installing the cover foot
2
3
4
5
22 Sound adjustment
22 – Setting the surround mode
22 – Auto Volume On/ Off
22 – Adjust the woofer level settings
23 Using Bluetooth technology
23 – Listening to music stored on the
Bluetooth devices
25 Controlling a TV with the supplied remote
2
Connecting
control
25 – Setting up the remote to control your
TV
10 Mounting the main unit on a wall
12
12
12 – Pairing wireless subwoofer
13 Connecting to your TV
13 – Using an HDMI cable
Connecting the AC adapter
Setting up
4
Troubleshooting
26 Troubleshooting
13 – What is SIMPLINK?
14 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function
14 – Additional information for HDMI
15 – Using an OPTICAL cable
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Appendix
27 Trademarks and licenses
28 Specifications
29 Maintenance
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Optional equipment connection
16 – HDMI connection
29 – Handling the unit
17
17
– PORT. (Portable) IN connection
– Listening to music from your portable
player
17
17
– OPTICAL IN connection
– Speaker ez (easy) setup
18 – USB playback
18 – Playable file
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Getting Started
Unique features
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Portable In
1
Listen to music from your portable device. (MP3,
Notebook, etc)
Speaker ez (easy) Setup
Listen to sound from TV, DVD or Digital device with
vivid 2.1 or 2.0 ch mode.
Remote control (1)
Batteries (2)
Introduction
Power cord (1)
HDMI Cable (1)
AC adapter (1)
Symbols Used in this Manual
Note
,
Indicates special notes and operating features.
Caution
>
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.
USB Cable (1)
Wall bracket (1)
Wall Mount Bracket
Installation Template
(1)
Cover foot_19mm (1)
Shaft wall mount (2)
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• • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • •
Remote control
1(Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.
FUNCTION : Selects the function and the input
source.
1
W/SFOLDER : Searches for a folder of MP3/WMA
files. When a USB containing MP3/WMA files in
several folders is being played,
press W/S FOLDER to select the folder you want
to play.
OPTICAL : Changes input source to OPTICAL
directly.
MUTE @: Mutes the sound.
VOL +/- : Adjusts speaker volume.
• • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • •
AUTO POWER : This function is automatically
turned on the unit. (Refer to the page 20)
AV SYNC : Synchronizes the audio and video.
INFO : Displays the information of a file or an input
source.
REPEAT : Listens to your files repeatedly or
randomly.
C/V(Skip/Search) :
- Skips Fast backward or Forward.
- Searches for a section within a file.
Z(Stop) : Stops playback.
d/M(Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses
playback.
SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode.
AUTO VOLUME : Turns on and off the AUTO
VOLUME mode.
WOOFER LEVEL : Sets the sound level of woofer.
• • • • • • • • • • c • • • • • • • • •
0 to 9 numerical buttons : Selects a file directly.
DRC : Sets the DRC.
Battery Installation
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the
Remote Control, and insert two (size AAA) battery
with and matched correctly.
SLEEP : Sets the system to turn off automatically at
a specified time.
• • • • • • • • • • d • • • • • • • • •
TV Control buttons : See page 25.
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Getting Started
Front panel
1
Caution
A 1/!
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Precautions in using the touch buttons
B - / + (Volume -/+)
Adjusts volume level.
Use the touch buttons with clean and dry
hands.
- In a humid environment, wipe out any
moisture on the touch buttons before
using.
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C T(Play/Pause)
D I(Stop)
E F (Function)
Selects the function and input source.
Do not press the touch buttons hard to
make it work.
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F Display window
- If you apply too much strength, it can
damage the sensor of the touch buttons.
Touch the button that you want to work in
order to operate the function correctly.
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y
Be careful not to have any conductive
material such as metallic object on the
touch buttons. It can cause malfunctions.
Rear panel
A DC. IN 25V 02A
B USB port
D OPT.(Optical) IN
E HDMI IN/ OUT
C PORT.(Portable) IN
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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.
Installing the cover
foot
1
Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to
the device you want. (Refer to pp.13 - 18)
1. Turn the unit upside down.
2. Place the cover foot on the bottom of the unit
to match screw holes with those on the unit.
3. Fix it with screws as shown in the illustration
above.
Note
,
(It has been already
installed to the unit.)
26mm
19mm
Install proper cover foot of either 19mm or
26mm in height to match the unit to the
underpart of TV screen at the suitable level.
(26mm cover foot has been already installed to
the unit.)
10 Connecting
2. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall Mount
Bracket Installation Template with the bottom
of TV and attach to the position.
Mounting the main
unit on a wall
You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Detach the cover foot of the unit, keep the
detached cover foot for later installation and use
the screws to hang the unit on the wall.
TV
Prepare shaft wall mount and brackets.
2
Unit
3. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use the
wall plugs. You should drill some holes. A guide
sheet (Wall Mount Bracket Installation Template)
is supplied to drill. Use the sheet to check the
point to drill.
Wall Mount Bracket
Installation Template
Wall bracket
Shaft wall mount
1. Locate the shaft wall mount on the screw hole
of the unit's back and then fix it onto the unit
with the screw.
Connecting 11
Note
4. Remove the Wall Mount Bracket Installation
Template.
,
Detach the unit from the bracket as shown
below.
5. Fix it with screws as shown in the illustration
below.
2
6. Hang the main unit onto the bracket as shown
below.
Caution
>
Do not hang onto the installed unit and
avoid any impact to the unit.
y
y
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.
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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12 Connecting
Connecting the AC
adapter
1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC
adapter.
Setting up
Pairing wireless subwoofer
LED indicator of wireless subwoofer
2. Connect the AC adapter cable to DC. IN adapter
input.
LED Color
Status
3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.
2
Yellow
The wireless subwoofer is
receiving the signal of the unit.
Yellow (blink) The wireless subwoofer is trying
to connect.
Red
The Wireless subwoofer is in
standby mode.
Off (No
display)
The power cord of wireless
subwoofer is disconnected.
Setting up the wireless subwoofer
for the first time
1. Connect the power cord of the Wireless
subwoofer to the outlet.
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.
2. Turn on the main unit : The main unit and
wireless subwoofer will be automatically
connected.
Manually pairing wireless subwoofer
When your connection is not completed, you can
see the red LED on the woofer and woofer is not
made sound. To solve the problem, follow the
below steps.
1. Press and hold ISTOP button on the unit
and MUTE button on the remote control
simultaneously.
- Displays the“REMATE”.
2. Press PAIRING on back of the woofer.
- The yellow LED will flicker.
3. Turn off and on the unit.
- If you see“yellow”LED, it’s successful.
4. If you don’t see“Yellow”LED, try again Step 1 -
Step 3.
Connecting 13
Note
,
What is SIMPLINK?
If you operate main unit then wireless
subwoofer sound within a few seconds in
standby mode.
y
Set the distance between this unit and
wireless subwoofer within 10 m (32 ft.).
y
y
Some functions of this unit are controlled by the
TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TV’s with
SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.
Optimum performance can be
implemented only when the unit and
the Wireless subwoofer within distance
of 2 m (6 ft.) to 10 m (32 ft.) is used since
communication failure may occur if longer
distance is used.
Controllable functions by LG TV’s remote control :
Power on/off, volume up/down, etc.
2
Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of
SIMPLINK function.
LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as
shown above.
It takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the unit and subwoofer to communicate
with each other.
y
Note
,
Depending on the state of the unit, some
SIMPLINK operation may differ from your
purpose or not work.
Connecting to your TV
You can listen to the sound from your TV via the
unit. There are two ways of connecting your TV to
the unit.
Using an HDMI cable
You must connect the TV that supports ARC
function if you want to listen to TV sound using an
HDMI cable. And turn on SIMPLINK of your TV.
1. Connect the HDMI OUT jack on the back of
the unit to ARC jack on the TV using an HDMI
cable (Type A, High speed HDMI™ cable with
Ethernet).
HDMI cable
2. Turn TV and the unit on. ARC function is
selected automatically.
14 Connecting
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
function
The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to
send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.
Additional information for
HDMI
When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible
device make sure of the following:
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To use this function :
- Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this
player. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device
and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch
on this player.
-
Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC
function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be
set to On.
2
-
The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may
differ depending on the TV. For details about
ARC function, refer to your TV manual.
- The connected device’s video input is set
correctly for this unit.
- The connected device is compatible with
720 x 480p, 1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i or
1920 x 1080p video input.
-
-
You must use the HDMI cable (Type A, High
Speed HDMI™ cable with Ethernet).
You must connect the HDMI OUT on the unit
with HDMI IN of the TV that supports ARC
function using an HDMI cable.
Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices
will work with this player.
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- The picture will not be displayed properly with
non-HDCP device.
-
You can connect only one Sound bar to TV
compatible with ARC.
Connecting 15
Note
,
Using an OPTICAL cable
1. Connect the OPT. IN jack on the back of the
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an
OPTICAL cable.
If a connected HDMI device does not accept
the audio output of the player, the HDMI
device’s audio sound may be distorted or
may not output.
y
y
Changing the resolution when the
connection has already been established
may result in malfunctions. To solve the
problem, turn off the player and then turn it
on again.
2
When the HDMI connection with HDCP
is not verified, TV screen is changed to
black screen. In this case, check the HDMI
connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.
y
Optical cable
If there are noises or lines on the screen,
please check the HDMI cable (length is
generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft).
y
y
y
You cannot change the video resolution
in the HDMI IN mode. Change the video
resolution of the connected component.
If the video output signal is abnormal when
your personal computer is connected to
HDMI IN jack, change the resolution of your
personal computer to 480p, 720p, 1080i or
1080p.
2. Set the INPUT source to OPTICAL. Press
repeatedly FUNCTION on the remote control or
F on the unit until the function is selected.
For selecting directely the OPTICAL function,
press OPTICAL on the remote control.
16 Connecting
For enjoying both sound and picture
You can enjoy both sound and picture from the
external device you connect.
Optional equipment
connection
HDMI connection
For enjoying sound only
You can enjoy the sound from the external device
you connect.
2
Blu-ray disc player,
DVD player, etc.
1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to
HDMI OUT jack on the external device such as
Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
2. Connect HDMI OUT jack on the back of the unit
to HDMI IN jack on the TV.
To the Blu-ray disc player,
DVD player, etc.
3. Set the INPUT source to HDMI IN. Press
repeatedly FUNCTION on the remote control or
F on the unit until the function is selected.
1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to
HDMI OUT jack on the audio device such as Blu-
ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
Note
,
With the unit connected to external devices
and TV as above illustration,
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2. Set the INPUT source to HDMI IN. Press
repeatedly FUNCTION on the remote control or
F on the unit until the function is selected.
TV will output picture and sound from
external devices when the unit is turned off
in HDMI IN mode.
Even though PCM multi channel is inputted
to the unit through an HDMI cable, the unit
can only output 2 channel.
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Connecting 17
PORT. (Portable) IN
connection
OPTICAL IN connection
Connect an optical output jack of external devices
to the OPT. IN jack.
2
To the digital
optical output jack
of external device
MP3 player,
etc...
Speaker ez (easy) setup
Listening to music from your
portable player
Listens to sound from TV, DVD or Digital Device
with 2.1 or 2ch mode.
The unit can be used to play the music from many
types of portable players or external devices.
1. Connect the OPT. IN jack on the back of the unit
to optical out jack of your TV (or digital device
etc.)
1. Connect the portable player to the
PORT. (Portable) IN connector of the unit.
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL directly by
pressing OPTICAL.
2. Turn the power on by pressing 1(Power).
3. Listen to sound with 2.1 or 2ch speaker.
3. Select the PORTABLE function by pressing
FUNCTION.
4. Press OPTICAL to exit from OPTICAL.
Function is retuned to previous one.
4. Turn on the portable player or external device
and start playing it.
18 Connecting
Compatible USB devices
USB playback
MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.
y
y
y
Connect USB memory device to the USB port on
the back of the unit.
USB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB1.1.
With the unit on the wall, you can connect USB
more easily using supplied USB cable.
The USB function of this unit does not support
some USB devices.
USB device requirement
The file name is limited to 255 characters.
y
2
Using NTFS file system is not supported.
(Only FAT(16/32) file system is supported.)
y
Depending on the size and the number of the
files, it may take several minutes to read the
contents on the media.
y
y
Devices which require additional program
installation connected to a computer, are not
supported.
Do not extract the USB device while in operation.
y
y
For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than
a few minutes to be searched.
To prevent data loss, back up all data.
y
y
Removing the USB Device from the unit.
If you use a USB extension cable or USB hub, the
USB device is not recognized.
1. Choose a different function/mode or press
Ztwice in a row.
This unit is not supported when the total
number of files is 1000 or more.
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y
y
2. Remove the USB device from the unit.
Playable file
External HDD, Card readers, Locked devices,
or hard type USB devices are not supported.
The unit’s USB Port cannot be connected to PC.
The unit can not be used as a storage device.
MP3/ WMA file requirement
MP3/ WMA file compatibility with this unit is limited
as follows :
Sampling frequency : within 32 to 48 kHz (MP3),
within 32 to 48 kHz (WMA)
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Bit rate : within 32 to 320 kbps (MP3),
40 to 192 kbps (WMA)
y
Maximum files : Under 999
y
y
y
File extensions :“.mp3”/“.wma”
A protected file by DRM(Digital rights
management) cannot be played on the unit.
Operating 19
Basic operations
Other operations
USB operation
DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
Make the sound clear when the volume is turned
down (Dolby Digital only). Set to [DRC ON] by using
DRC.
1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Select the USB function by pressing FUNCTION.
3. Select a file you want to play by pressing
Cor V.
AV Sync
To
Do this
When receiving audio signals from TV, sound and
images may not be matched. In the case, this
function can adjust the delay time.
Stop
Press Z.
Playback
Pause
Press d/M.
1. Press AV SYNC.
During playback, press d/M.
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2. Use C/Vto scroll up and down through
the delay amount, which you can set at
anything between 0 and 300ms.
During playback, press C
or Vto go to the next file
or to return to the beginning
of the current file.
Skip to the next/
previous file
Press Ctwice briefly to
step back to the previous file.
Press and hold C/V
during playback and release it
at the point you want to listen
to.
Search for a
section within a
file
Press REPEAT on the remote
control repeatedly, the
Play repeatedly display will be changed in the
or randomly
following order, RPT 1 RPT
D (DIRECTORY) RPT ALL
RANDOM OFF.
Press 0 to 9 numerical buttons
on the remote control to go
to the desired file directly.
Select a file
directly
The unit memorizes the point at
which you've changed function
or the unit had been turned off.
Resume
playback
Note
,
The resume point may be cleared when you
pull out the power cord or removing the USB
device from the unit.
20 Operating
AUTO POWER On/Off
Before operating this function, make sure that
you have selected OPTICAL and turn on the AUTO
POWER.
Auto Power Down
This unit will be off itself to save electronic
consumption in the case main unit is not
connected to external device and is not used for 25
minutes.
This function automatically turns on/off the unit
when you turn on/off the external device (TV, DVD
Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, etc.) connected to this
unit by the optical cable. This function turns on or
off each time you press AUTO POWER.
So does this unit after six hours since Main unit
has been connected to other device using analog
input.
But the unit can turns on automatically based on
the [AUTO POWER] function you've set.
Display
Operation
AUTO POWER function is
turned on.
Turn off the sound temporarily
Press MUTE@to mute your unit.
AUTO POWER ON
AUTO POWER function is
turned off.
3
You can mute your unit, for example, to answer
the telephone, “MUTE”is displayed in the display
window.
AUTO POWER OFF
Note
,
To cancel it, press MUTE@again on the remote
control or change the volume level.
This function is intentionally designed to
turn off the unit after 1 minute of inactivity
in OPTICAL mode. Only if the unit has
already received the signal transmitted
through the optical source and there is no
digital audio signal going to the unit, the
unit will turn off after 1 minute of inactivity
with AUTO POWER function is turned on.
y
Displaying file and input
source
You can display various information of the input
source by pressing INFO.
USB : MP3/WMA containing file information
Depending on the connected device by the
optical cable, this function may not operate.
y
y
OPTICAL/ARC/HDMI IN : Audio format, Audio
channel
If you want to use AUTO POWER, SIMPLINK
must be turned off. It takes for about 30
seconds to switch on or off SIMPLINK.
If SIMPLINK is set to ON, "AUTO POWER OFF"
is just scrolled, even thouth you press AUTO
POWER.
y
y
Once AUTO POWER is set, the unit will
start as OPTICAL mode automatically next
time, no matter what kind of function you
selected before.
Operating 21
Sleep timer setting
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired time
period options (in minutes):
LCD OFF(Display window off) -> DIMMER(The
display window will be darken by half) -> Sleep
timer value -> Display on
In display window you see“LCD OFF”and the
display window turns off .
To check the remaining time, press SLEEP.
To cancel the sleep function, press SLEEP
repeatedly until“SLEEP 10”appears, and then press
SLEEP once again while“SLEEP 10”is displayed.
Note
,
3
You can check the remaining time before the
unit turns off . Press SLEEP the remaining time
appears in the display window.
22 Operating
Note
,
Sound adjustment
In some of surround modes, some speakers,
there’s no sound or low sound. It depends
on the mode of surround and the source of
audio, it is not defective.
y
y
Setting the surround mode
This system has a number of pre-set surround
sound fields. You can select a desired sound mode
by using SOUND EFFECT.
You may need to reset the surround mode,
after switching the input, sometimes even
after the sound file changed.
The displayed items for the equalizer may be
different depending on sound sources and effects.
Auto Volume On/ Off
On Display
Description
With AUTO VOLUME function on, the unit automacally
adjusts the outputted volume level to make it raised
or lowered if the sound is too loud or small.
So you can enjoy the sound at comportable level
not too loud or small.
You can enjoy comfortable
and natural sound.
NATURAL
You can enjoy the sound
without equalizer effect.
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BYPASS
BASS
Press AUTO VOLUME to turn on or off the Auto
Volume mode.
The BASS is Bass Blast. During
playback, reinforce the treble,
bass and surround sound effect.
Adjust the woofer level
The CLRVOICE is Clear Voice.
This program make voice
sound clear, improving the
quality of voice sound.
settings
CLRVOICE
GAME
You can adjust the sound level of woofer.
1. Press WOOFER LEVEL.
The GAME is Game Equalizer.
You can enjoy more virtual
sound while playing video
games.
2. Press VOL +/- to adjust the sound level of the
woofer.
The NIGHT is Night Mode.
This may be useful when you
want to watch movies at low
volume late at night.
NIGHT
The UPSCALER is MP3 Up-
Scaling. When listening to
MP3 files or other compressed
music, you can enhance the
sound. This mode is available
only to 2 channel sources.
UPSCALER
Improves the bass and treble
sound.
LOUDNESS
3D SOUND
You can enjoy more immersive
and cinematic surround
sound.
Operating 23
Listening to music stored on
the Bluetooth devices
Using Bluetooth
technology
Pairing your unit and Bluetooth
device
Before you start the pairing procedure, make
sure the Bluetooth feature is turned on in to your
Bluetooth device. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s
user guide. Once a pairing operation is performed,
it does not need to be performed again.
About Bluetooth
Bluetooth® is wireless communication technology
for short range connection.
The available range is within 10 meters.
(The sound may be interrupted when the
connection interfered by the other electronic wave
or you connect the bluetooth in the other rooms.)
Connecting individual devices under
Bluetooth® wireless technology does not incur any
charges. A mobile phone with
Bluetooth® wireless technology can be operated
via the Cascade if the connection was made via
Bluetooth® wireless technology.
Available Devices : Mobile phone, MP3, Laptop,
PDA (This units be supported the Stereo Headset.)
1. Select the Bluetooth function by using the
FUNCTION.
Appears“BT”and then“BT READY”in display
window.
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2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
pairing operation. When searching for this unit
with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
found may appear in the Bluetooth device
display depending on the type of Bluetooth
device.Your unit appears as“LG SOUND BAR”.
3. Enter the PIN code.
PIN code : 0000
Bluetooth Profiles
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain profiles.
This unit is compatible with following profile.
4. When this unit is successfully connected with
your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED”will appear on
the display window.
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
Note
,
Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
some device have a different pairing way.
5. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Note
,
If you change the function of the unit, the
Bluetooth function is disconnected, operate
pairing again.
(Bluetooth
Bluetooth)
Function other than the
24 Operating
Note
,
The sound may be interrupted when
y
the connection interfered by the other
electronic wave.
You cannot control the Bluetooth device
with this unit.
y
y
y
Pairing is limited one Bluetooth device per
one unit and multi-pairing is not supported.
Although the distance between your
Bluetooth and the set is less than 10m, there
are obstacles between both, your Bluetooth
device cannot be connected.
Depending on the type of the device,
you may not be able to use the Bluetooth
function.
y
3
You can enjoy wireless system using phone,
MP3, Notebook, etc..
y
y
y
When not connected the Bluetooth, “BT
READY”appears on the display window.
The Electrical malfunction due to devices
using same frequency such as Medical
equipment, Microwaves or wireless
LAN devices, the connection will be
disconnected.
When someone stands and interrupts
communication between Bluetooth device
and the player, the connection will be
disconnected.
y
y
If the gotten away of the distance between
Bluetooth and the unit, the sound quality
is lower and lower the connection will
disconnect when the space between the
Bluetooth and the unit gets out of the
operating range of Bluetooth.
The device with Bluetooth wireless
technology is disconnected, if you turn off
the main unit or put the device away from
the main unit more than 10m.
y
Operating 25
Setting up the remote to
Controlling a TV with
the supplied remote
control
control your TV
You can operate your TV with the supplied remote
control.
If your TV is listed in the table below, set the
appropriate manufacturer code.
You can control your TV using the buttons below.
1. While holding down 1(TV POWER) button, and
press the manufacturer code for your TV with
the numerical buttons (see the table below).
VOL +
VOL -
PR/CH
PR/CH
Manufacturer
LG
Code Number
AV/INPUT
1(Default), 2
Zenith
1, 3, 4
1, 2
6, 7
8, 9
4
3
GoldStar
Samsung
Sony
Button
Operation
Turn the TV’s volume on or
off.
MUTE@
Hitachi
Switch the TV’s input source
between the TV and other
input sources.
AV/INPUT
2. Release the 1(TV POWER) button to complete
setting.
1(TV POWER)
Turn the TV on or off.
Depending on your TV, some or all buttons may not
function on the TV, even after entering the correct
manufacturer code. When you replace the batteries
of the remote, the code number you have set may
be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate
code number again.
Adjust the volume of the
TV.
VOL +/–
Scan up or down through
memorized channels.
PR/CH W/S
Note
,
Depending on the TV being connected, you
may not be able to control your TV using
some of the buttons.
y
y
The remote control of the unit performs
basic operation of your TV. Please use the
TV’s remote control to enjoy advanced
operation of your TV.
26 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
CAUSE & CORRECTION
The power cord is unpluged.
y
Plug in the power cord.
No Power
Check the condition by operating other electronic devices.
y
y
Incorrect input source is selected.
Check the input source and select the correct input source.
No sound
No display
The mute function is activated.
Press MUTE@or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.
y
y
The LCD OFF function is activated.
Press SLEEP to cancel the function.
The remote control is too far from the unit.
Operate the remote control within about 23 ft (7m).
y
y
y
The remote control
does not work
properly.
There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.
Remove the obstacle.
4
The batteries in the remote control is exhausted.
Replace the batteries with new one.
Check the state of SIMPLINK and turn off SIMPLINK.
y
y
The AUTO POWER
function does not
work.
Depending on the connected device by the optical cable, this function may not
operate.
Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them.
Switch [ON] state of DRC function to [OFF] by using remote controller.
y
y
With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting
on TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
When you sense that
outputted sound of
the unit is low.
With the sound bar connected with Player, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT
setting on Player Setup Menu from [PCM] to [PRIMARY PASS-THROUGH] or
[BITSTREAM].
y
y
Change Audio DRC setting on Player setup menu to [OFF] state.
Appendix 27
Trademarks and
licenses
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S.
and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS,
the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are
registered trademarks & DTS 2.0 Channel is a
trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software.
© DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Bluetooth® wireless technology is a system which
allows radio contact between electronic devices
within a max. range of 10 meters.
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Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth®
wireless technology does not incur any charges.
A mobile phone with Bluetooth® wireless
technology can be operated via the Cascade if
the connection was made via Bluetooth® wireless
technology.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned
by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by LG Electronics is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of
their respective owners.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.
28 Appendix
Specifications
General
AC adapter requirements
Power consumption
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Net Weight (Approx.)
Operating temperature
Operating humidity
Bus Power Supply
AC 100 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz
DC 25V 02A
(1038 x 35.4 x 75) mm
2.3 kg
41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)
5 % to 90 %
DC 5 V 0500 mA
Input/Output
OPTICAL IN
PORT. IN
3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1
0.5 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo jack)
HDMI IN
19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
HDMI OUT
Amplifier
Stereo mode
80 W + 80 W (4 Ω at 1 kHz)
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Wireless subwoofer
Power requirements
Power consumption
Type
AC 200 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz
35 W
1 Way 1 Speaker
Impedance Rated
Output Power
3 Ω
150 W
Max. Output Power
Net Dimensions (W x H x D)
Net Weight
300 W
(221 x 351.5 x 281) mm
7.32 kg
Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Appendix 29
Maintenance
Handling the unit
When shipping the unit
Please save the original shipping carton and
packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for
maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was
originally packed at the factory.
Keeping the exterior surfaces clean
Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide
spray near the unit.
y
y
y
Wiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.
Do not leave rubber or plastic products in
contact with the unit for a long period of time.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the
surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not
use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or
thinner, as these might damage the surface of the
unit.
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