MODEL
SK4D (SK4D, SPH4B-W)
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
OWNER’S MANUAL
Wireless
Sound Bar
www.lg.com
Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
1807_Rev04
1 Getting Started
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Safety Information
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 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 enclosure that may be of
sufcient 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.
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.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
conned 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 ame 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 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 built-
in 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 specication 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.
NOTICE: For safety marking information including
product identication and supply ratings, please refer
to the main label on the bottom or the other surface
of the product.
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.
For models using an adapter
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.
Table of Contents 5
1
2
3
4
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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
2 Safety Information
6 Unique features
6 Introduction
6 – Symbols used in this manual
7 Remote control
8 Front panel
8 Rear panel
9 About LED condition
11 Installing the sound bar
2 Connecting
12 Connecting the AC Adapter
12 Wireless subwoofer connection
14 Connecting to your TV
14 – Using an OPTICAL cable
14 – LG Sound Sync
16 Optional equipment connection
16 – OPTICAL IN connection
17 – USB connection
17 – Compatible USB devices
17 – USB device requirement
18 – Playable file
3 Operating
19 Basic operations
19 – USB operation
19 Other operations
19 – Turn off the sound temporarily
19 – Using your TV remote control
20 – Auto display Dimmer
20 – Auto power down
20 – AUTO POWER On/Off
21 – Auto function change
22 Using BLUETOOTH® technology
22 – Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
23 – BLUETOOTH connection lock (BT lock)
24 Using BLUETOOTH App
24 – Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
Your BLUETOOTH Device
24 – Activate BLUETOOTH with “Music Flow
Bluetooth” App
26 Sound adjustment
26 – Setting sound effect
26 – Adjust the woofer level settings
26 – Night mode
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 LG TV that is compatible with LG
Sound Sync.
BLUETOOTH®
Listen to music stored on your Bluetooth device.
USB playback
Listen to music stored on your USB device.
Introduction
Symbols used in this manual
,
Note
Indicates special notes and operating features.
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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 and
matched correctly.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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 le.
dM (Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses
playback.
NIGHT ON/OFF :
- Turns on or off Night mode.
- Controls this unit using TV 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)
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A Remote sensor
B Standby LED (Red)
C Function LED (White)
D The buttons are located on the rear.
Front panel
A o/p (Volume) : Adjusts volume level
F (Function) : Selects the function and input
source.
1/! (Standby/On)
B DC IN : AC adapter input
C OPTICAL IN : Optical input
D USB
/ : Connect to a USB device
Rear panel
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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
turns on.
LG Sound Sync (Optical) function is
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.
LG TV LED turns on.
LG Sound Sync (Wireless) function is
selected.
y When you press any button, standby LED (Red) on the main unit blinks.
y When you press
(Mute) button, standby LED (Red) blinks slowly.
y When this unit reaches minimum volume, standby LED (Red) turns on for 2 seconds and blinks slowly.
y When this unit reaches maximum volume, standby LED (Red) turns on for 2 seconds.
y When you press volume (o/p) button continually, standby LED (Red) blinks quickly.
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Note
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Useful functions for using the unit
Function Description To do Do this
TV Remote On/
Off
(Page 19)
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.
ON Press and hold NIGHT ON on the remote
control for about 2 seconds.
The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
OFF Press and hold NIGHT OFF on the remote
control for about 2 seconds.
The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
BT Lock On/Off
(Page 23)
It allows you to connect a
Bluetooth deivce only on
Bluetooth and LG TV functions.
Initial setting of this function
was set to off.
ON Press and hold AUTO POWER ON on the
remote control for about 2 seconds in
Bluetooth function.
The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
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
On/Off
(Page 20)
It allows the unit to turn on
and off automatically by input
signals :
Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth.
Initial setting of this function
was set to on.
ON Press AUTO POWER ON on the remote
control.
The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
OFF Press AUTO POWER OFF on the remote
control.
The standby LED (Red) blinks once.
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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 14 - 16)
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 reections.
y
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.
y
Be careful not to make scratches on the
surface of the Unit / Subwoofer when
installing or moving them.
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Caution
For the convenient button usage, it is
recommended to have some distance between
the soundbar and your TV when you install the
sound bar.
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Note
2 Connecting
Connecting12
Connecting
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Connecting the AC
Adapter
Connect the speaker 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 DC IN adapter
input.
3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.
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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Caution
Wireless subwoofer
connection
LED indicator of wireless subwoofer
LED Color Status
Yellow green
(Blink)
The connection is trying.
Yellow green The connection is completed.
Red The wireless subwoofer is in
standby mode or the connection
failed.
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 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
connect.
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Connecting
2
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 yellow green LED on the front of the
wireless subwoofer blinks quickly.
(If the yellow green LED does not blink, press
and hold the PAIRING.)
2. Turn on the sound bar
3. Pairing is completed.
- The yellow green LED on the front of the
wireless subwoofer turns on.
y
It takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the main unit and the subwoofer to
communicate with each other and make
sounds.
y
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 (3.3 ft) to
prevent wireless interference.
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,
Note
1 m
(3.3 ft)
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Connecting
2
Connecting to your TV
Using an OPTICAL cable
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an
OPTICAL cable.
Optical
cable
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing F
repeatedly.
You can see OPTICAL LED turns on. Then optical
function is selected.
y
Before connecting the optical cable, be sure
to remove the protection plug cover if your
cable has the cover.
y
You can enjoy the TV audio through the
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV
models, you must select the external speaker
option from the TV menu. (For details,
reference your TV user manual.)
y
Set up the sound output of TV to listen to
the sound through this unit :
TV setting menu
[
[Sound]
[
[TV Sound
output]
[
[External speaker (Optical)]
y
Details of TV setting menu vary depending
on the manufacturers or models of your TV.
,
Note
LG Sound Sync
You can control some functions of this unit by
your TV's remote control with LG Sound Sync. It is
compatible with the LG TV that is supports LG Sound
Sync. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo on your
TV.
Controllable function by LG TV's remote control :
Volume up/down, mute
Refer to the TV's instruction manual for the details
of LG Sound Sync.
Make one of the following connections, depending on
the capabilities of your equipment.
y
You can also use the remote control of this
unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you use TV’s
remote control again, the unit synchronizes
with the TV. According to TV Specications,
the volume and mute of this unit synchronize
with TV.
y
When the connection fails, make sure of the
condition of the TV and power.
y
Make sure of the condition of this unit and
the connection in the cases below when using
LG Sound Sync.
- The unit is turned off.
- Changing the function to the others.
- Disconnecting the optical cable.
y
The amount of time to turn off this unit is
different depending on your TV when you set
AUTO POWER function to ON.
y
Details of TV setting menu vary depending on
the models of your TV.
,
Note
Connecting 15
Connecting
2
LG Sound Sync with wired connection
1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an
optical cable.
Optical
cable
2. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Optical)]
3. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote
control or 1/! on the unit.
4. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing F
repeatedly.
You can see OPTICAL LED blinks twice and turns
on. Then LG Sound Sync (Optical) function is
selected.
LG Sound Sync with wireless
connection
1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote
control or 1/! on the unit.
2. Select the input source to LG TV by pressing F
repeatedly.
3. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Wireless)]
You can see LG TV LED turns on if connecting
normally between this unit and your TV. Then LG
Sound Sync (Wireless) function is selected.
If you turned off the unit directly by pressing
1
on the remote control or
1/!
on the unit., LG
Sound Sync (Wireless) will be disconnected.
To use this function again, you should reconnect
the TV and the unit.
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Note
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Connecting
2
Optional equipment
connection
OPTICAL IN connection
Connect an optical output jack of external devices to
the OPTICAL IN jack.
To the optical output jack of
external device
Optical
cable
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to optical out jack of your external device.
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing F
repeatedly.
You can see OPTICAL LED turns on. Then optical
function is selected.
3. Listen to sound.
Before connecting the optical cable, be sure to
remove the protection plug cover if your cable
has the cover.
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Note
Optional equipment connection
You can enjoy both sound and picture from the
external device you connect.
HDMI
cable
Optical
cable
1. Connect HDMI IN jack of your TV to HDMI OUT
jack on the external device such as Blu-ray disc
player, DVD player, etc.
2. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an
OPTICAL cable.
3. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing F
repeatedly.
You can see OPTICAL LED turns on. Then optical
function is selected.
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Connecting
2
USB connection
Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the
back of the unit.
For more information of playing les on a USB, refer
to the page 19.
Removing the USB Device from the unit.
1.
Choose a different function/mode
.
2. Remove the USB device from the unit.
Compatible USB devices
y
MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.
y
USB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB 1.1.
y
The USB function of this unit does not support
some USB devices.
USB device requirement
y
Devices which require additional program
installation connected to a computer, are not
supported.
y
Do not extract the USB device while in operation.
y
For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a
few minutes to be searched.
y
To prevent data loss, back up all data.
y
This unit is not supported when the total number
of les is 1,000 or more.
y
The unit’s USB Port can not be connected to PC.
The unit can not be used as a storage device.
y
The exFAT le system is not supported on this
unit. (FAT16/FAT32 systems are available.)
y
Depending on some devices, it may not available to
recognize the followings on this unit.
- External HDD
- Card readers
- Locked devices
- Hard type USB devices
- USB hub
- Using USB extension cable
- iPhone/iPod/iPad
- Android device
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Connecting
2
Playable file
Sampling Frequency
MP3 : within 32 to 48 kHz
WMA : within 32 to 48 kHz
Bitrate
MP3 : within 80 to 320 kbps
WMA : within 56 to 128 kbps
y
Maximum les : Under 999
y
Maximum directories : Under 99
y
A protected le by DRM (Digital rights
management) cannot be played on the unit.
y
Video les in the USB storage device can not be
played.
y
Depending on the performance of your USB
device, playback may not work well.
y
Folders and les on the USB are recognized
as below.
A
: File
: Folder
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
a
c
b
d
y
File will be played from le
$A
to le
$J
one by one.
y
Files will be played in order recorded and it
may be different depending on the record
circumstances.
y
You can't see a folder or le through this unit.
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Note
3 Operating
Operating 19
Operating
3
Basic operations
USB operation
1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Select the input source to USB by
pressing F repeatedly.
You can see USB LED turns on. Then USB function
is selected.
To Do this
Playback
Press
dM
on the remote
control.
Pause
During playback, press
dM
on
the remote control.
Skip to the next/
previous le
During playback, press V on
the remote control to go to the
next le.
Playing less than 2 seconds,
press C on the remote
control to go to the previous
le.
Playing after 3 seconds, press
C on the remote control to
go to the beginning of the le.
Search for a
section within a
le
Press and hold
C/V
on the remote control during
playback and release it at the
point you want to listen to.
Resume
playback
This unit memorizes a current
song which is played before
changing the function or
turning off the unit.
y
The resume point may be cleared when you
pull out the power cord or removing the USB
device from the unit.
y
If the USB function is not working, check the
USB function is selected.
y
When you pause the USB playback, USB LED
on the main unit blinks.
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Note
Other operations
Turn off the sound temporarily
Press (Mute) to mute your unit.
To cancel it, press
(Mute) again on the remote
control or change the volume level.
Using your TV remote control
You can control some functions of this unit by your
TV remote control even by other company’s product.
Controllable functions are volume up/down and
mute.
Press and hold NIGHT ON on the remote control for
about 2 seconds. Then the standby LED (Red) blinks
once and you can control this unit by your TV remote
control.
To turn off this function, press and hold NIGHT OFF
on the remote control for about 2 seconds. Then
the standby LED (Red) blinks once and you cannot
control this unit by your TV remote control.
y
Supported TV brands
LG Panasonic Philips Samsung
Sharp Sony Toshiba Vizio
y
Make sure that the sound output of your TV
is set to [External speaker].
y
Depending on the remote control, this
function may not work well.
y
This function does not operate on LG TV's
magic remote control.
y
This function may not work well when you
use LG Sound Sync.
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Note
Operating20
Operating
3
Auto display Dimmer
Display window will be darkened automatically if
there is no key input for 15 seconds.
When you press any button, the display window will
be brighten.
Auto power down
This unit will turn itself off to save electric
consumption if the main unit is not connected to
an external device and has not been used for 15
minutes.
AUTO POWER On/Off
This unit automatically turns on by an input source :
Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth.
When you turn on your TV or an external device
connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input
signal and selects the suitable function. You can hear
the sound from your device.
If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this
unit turns on and the unit will be connected to your
Bluetooth device.
This function turns on or off each time you press
AUTO POWER ON/OFF.
y
After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
function, it will be automatically turned off if
there is no signal for a certain period of time
from the external device.
y
If you turned off the unit directly, it cannot
be turned on automatically by AUTO POWER
function. However the unit can be turned on
by AUTO POWER function when optical signal
comes in after 5 seconds of no signal.
y
Depending on the connected device, this
function may not operate.
y
If you disconnect Bluetooth connection by
this unit, some Bluetooth devices try to
connect to the unit continually. Therefore it is
recommended to disconnect the connection
before turn off the unit.
y
When you turn on this unit for the rst time,
status of Auto Power function is turned on.
y
To use this function, the main unit must be
registered in paired devices list of Bluetooth
device.
y
You can set the AUTO POWER function only
when this unit is turned on.
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Note
Operating 21
Operating
3
Auto function change
This unit recognizes input signals such as Optical,
Bluetooth and LG TV and then changes suitable
function automatically.
When optical signal comes in
When you turn on the external device connected to
this unit by an optical cable, this unit changes the
function to optical. You can hear the sound from your
device.
When you try to connect BLUETOOTH
device
When you try to connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit, Bluetooth function is selected. Play your
music on the Bluetooth device.
When LG TV signal comes in
When you turn on your LG TV connected by LG
Sound Sync (Wireless connection), this unit changes
the function to LG TV. You can hear the sound from
your TV.
y
To change to optical function, it needs 5
seconds of no signal.
y
If the Bluetooth connection lock function
is set, Bluetooth connection will be only
available on BT (Bluetooth) and LG TV
function. (Page 23)
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Note
Operating22
Operating
3
Using BLUETOOTH®
technology
About BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for
short range connection.
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.
y
Available Devices : Smart phone, MP3, Notebook,
etc..
y
Version : 4.0
y
Codec : SBC
BLUETOOTH Profiles
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain profiles.
This unit is compatible with following profile.
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
Pairing your unit and BLUETOOTH
device
Before you start the pairing procedure, make sure
that the Bluetooth feature on your smart device
is turned on. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s user
guide. Once a pairing operation is performed, it does
not need to be performed again.
1. Select the input source to BT (Bluetooth) by
pressing F repeatedly.
- BT (Bluetooth) LED will blinks.
2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform
the pairing operation. When searching for this
speaker on your Bluetooth device, a list of the
devices found may appear in the Bluetooth
device display depending on the type of
Bluetooth device.
Your speaker appears as “LG SK4D (XX)”.
y
XX means the last two digits of
Bluetooth address. For example, if your
unit has a Bluetooth address such as
9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, you will see
“LG SK4D (08)” on your Bluetooth device.
y
Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
some device have a different pairing way.
Enter the PIN code (0000) as needed.
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Note
3. When this unit is successfully connected with
your Bluetooth device, BT (Bluetooth) LED will
turn on.
4. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Operating 23
Operating
3
y
When using Bluetooth technology, you have
to make a connection between the unit and
the Bluetooth device as close as possible and
keep the distance.
However it may not work well in the case
below :
- There is an obstacle between the unit and
the Bluetooth device.
- There is a device using same frequency
with Bluetooth technology such as a
medical equipment, a microwave or a
wireless LAN device.
y
If Bluetooth connection does not work well,
try pairing it again.
y
The sound may be interrupted when the
connection has interference by the other
electronic waves.
y
Pairing is limited to one Bluetooth device per
unit and multi-pairing is not supported.
y
Depending on the type of the device, you may
not be able to use the Bluetooth function.
y
You can enjoy Bluetooth function using
smart phone, MP3, Notebook, etc..
y
The more distance between the unit and the
Bluetooth device, the lower the sound quality
becomes.
y
Bluetooth connection will be disconnected
when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth
device gets far from the unit.
y
When Bluetooth connection is disconnected,
connect the Bluetooth device to the unit
again.
,
Note
y
When Bluetooth device is not connected, BT
(Bluetooth) LED blinks.
y
When you connect Bluetooth device (iOS
device etc.) to this unit or operate the device,
the volume level can be synchronized with
each other.
y
You can control Bluetooth device using
C/V
(Skip) and
dM
(Play/Pause) on
the remote control.
y
If you change to another function after
connecting Bluetooth, Bluetooth connection
will be disconnected. And you return to
Bluetooth function, Bluetooth connection
will be connected automatically.
,
Note
BLUETOOTH connection lock
(BT lock)
You can limit Bluetooth connections to only
BT (Bluetooth) and LG TV function to prevent
unintended Bluetooth connections.
Press and hold AUTO POWER ON on the remote
control for about 2 seconds to turn on this function
in BT (Bluetooth) function. Then the standby LED
(Red) blinks once. After that, this function is enabled.
To turn off this function, press and hold AUTO
POWER OFF on the remote control for about 2
seconds in BT (Bluetooth) function. Then the standby
LED (Red) blinks once. After that, this function is
disabled.
Even if you set up Bluetooth connection lock
to On, this sound bar turns on by Auto Power
function. Turn off Auto Power function to
prevent it. (Page 20)
,
Note
Operating24
Operating
3
Using BLUETOOTH App
y
Only Android OS is available to use “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app with this unit.
y
Additional data charges may occur if installed
over 3G/4G, according to your device plan.
,
Note
About “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app brings a suite of new
features to this unit.
To enjoy more features, you are recommended to
download and install free “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app.
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
App onto Your BLUETOOTH
Device
There are two ways to install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app onto your Bluetooth device.
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
through QR code
1. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app through QR
code. Use the scanning software to scan the QR
code.
2. Tap an icon for installation.
y
Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
y
Make sure that your Bluetooth device
has a scanning software application. If you
don’t have one, download one from “Google
Android Market (Google Play Store)”.
y
Depending on area, QR code may not work.
,
Note
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
through “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”
1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play
Store)” icon.
2. In the search bar, type in the “Music Flow
Bluetooth” and search it.
3. In the search result list, find and tap “Music Flow
Bluetooth” to start downloading Bluetooth app.
4. Tap an icon for installation.
5. Tap an icon for downloading.
y
Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
y
Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
equipped with “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”.
,
Note
Activate BLUETOOTH with
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app helps to connect your
Bluetooth device to this unit.
1. Tap “Music Flow Bluetooth” app icon on the home
screen to open “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, and
go to the main menu.
2. If you want to get more information to operate,
tap [Setting] and tap [Help] menu.
Operating 25
Operating
3
y
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app will be available
in the software version as follow;
- Android O/S : Ver 4.0.3 (or later)
y
If you use “Music Flow Bluetooth” app for
operation, there would be some differences
between “Music Flow Bluetooth” app and
the supplied remote control. Use the supplied
remote control as necessary.
y
Depending on the Bluetooth device, “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app may not work.
y
After connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, music may be output from your device. In
this case, try connecting procedure again.
y
If you operate the other applications or
change the settings on your Bluetooth
device while using “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, “Music Flow Bluetooth” app may operate
abnormally.
y
When “Music Flow Bluetooth” app operates
abnormally, check your Bluetooth device and
the connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
and then try to connect again.
y
Depending on the smart phone's operating
system, you have some differences for “Music
Flow Bluetooth” operation.
y
Even though Bluetooth connection will
be disconnected, you can use “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app when you change the
function.
y
Additional features offered by "Music Flow
Bluetooth" app may not work depending on
the distance between this unit and Bluetooth
device and wireless conditions.
,
Note
Operating26
Operating
3
Sound adjustment
Setting sound effect
This system has a number of pre-set surround sound
fields. You can select a desired sound mode by using
each sound effect buttons.
Sound effect Description
ASC
(Adaptive Sound
Control)
Analyzes the property of input
sound and provides the sound
optimized for the content in
real time.
BASS BLAST
Reinforces the bass and
powerful sound.
CINEMA
You can enjoy more immersive
and cinematic surround sound.
y
In some of sound effect mode, 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
You may need to reset the sound effect
mode, after switching the input, sometimes
even after the sound le changed.
,
Note
Adjust the woofer level settings
You can adjust the sound level of subwoofer as your
preference.
Press WOOFER LEVEL
o
/
p
on the remote control
to adjust woofer level.
When the subwoofer level reaches maximum or
minimum , standby LED (Red) on the main unit
turns on for 2 seconds.
,
Note
Night mode
This function is useful when you want to watch
movies at low volume late at night. Set Night mode
to On to reduce the sound intensity and improve
neness and softness.
Press NIGHT ON/OFF on the remote control to turn
on or off night mode.
4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 27
Troubleshooting
4
Troubleshooting
General
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
The unit does not work
properly.
y
Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer,
DVD-player, Amplier, etc.) and turn them on again.
y
Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV,
Woofer, DVD-player, Amplier, etc.) and then try connecting again.
y
Previous setting may not be saved when device power is shut off.
No Power
y
The power cord is unplugged.
Plug in the power cord.
y
Check whether electricity failed.
Check the condition by operating other electronic devices.
No sound
y
Incorrect input source is selected.
Check the input source and select the correct input source.
y
The mute function is activated.
Press
(Mute) or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.
y
When you are using connection with a external device (set top box, Bluetooth
device etc.), adjust volume level of the device.
No woofer sound
y
The power cord of the subwoofer is not connected.
Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
y
Pairing between the unit and the subwoofer gets disconnected.
Connect the unit and the subwoofer. (Page 12)
The remote control
does not work properly.
y
The remote control is too far from the unit.
Operate the remote control within about 7 m (23 ft).
y
There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.
Remove the obstacle.
y
The batteries in the remote control is exhausted.
Replace the batteries with new one.
The AUTO POWER
function does not
work.
y
Check connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player or
Bluetooth device.
y
Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate.
LG Sound Sync does
not work.
y
Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.
y
Check connection of LG Sound Sync (Optical or wireless).
y
Check sound setting of your TV and this unit.
Troubleshooting28
Troubleshooting
4
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
The unit does
not connect with
Bluetooth device
y
Turn off the Bluetooth connection lock function. (Page 23)
When you feel the
output sound of the
unit is low.
Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them.
y
With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting on
TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
y
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
Change Audio DRC setting on connected device setup menu to [OFF] state.
y
Make sure Night Mode is not On. Turn [OFF] Night Mode.
NOTES to use wireless
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
This device may have
wireless interference.
y
Wireless may not operate normally in weak signal area.
y
Please install the device close enough to wireless subwoofer.
y
Do not install the device on metal furniture for optimum performance.
Bluetooth device may
malfunction or make
noise in the following
cases.
y
When any part of your body contact the transceiver of the Bluetooth device or
sound bar.
y
When there is an obstacle or wall or the device is installed in a secluded spot.
y
When there is a device (a wireless LAN, a medical equipment or a microwave) using
same frequency, make the distance between the products as far away as possible
each other.
y
When to connecting the device to the Bluetooth device, make the distance
between the products as close as possible each other.
y
When the device gets too far from the Bluetooth device, the connection is
disconnected and also malfunction may occur.
5 Appendix
Appendix 29
Appendix
5
Trademarks and licenses
All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing
Limited. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol
together, and Digital Surround are registered
trademarks and/or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the
United States and/or other countries. © DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks 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.
Appendix30
Appendix
5
Specifications
General
Power consumption Refer to the main label.
AC adapter
y
Model :
DA-38A25
y
Manufacturer : Asian Power Devices Inc.
y
Input : 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz
y
Output : 25 V
0
1.52 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 890.0 mm x 53.0 mm x 85.0 mm Without foot
(35.0 inch x 2.1 inch x 3.3 inch)
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %
Bus Power Supply (USB) 5 V
0
500 mA
Available Digital Input Audio
Sampling Frequency
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Available Digital Input Audio format
Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround, PCM
Input
OPTICAL IN (Digital audio in) 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1
Amplier (RMS Output)
Total 300 W RMS
Front 50 W RMS x 2 (4
Ω
at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
Subwoofer 200 W RMS (3
Ω
at 80 Hz, THD 10 %)
Wireless subwoofer
Power requirements Refer to the main label on the wireless subwoofer.
Power consumption Refer to the main label on the wireless subwoofer.
Type 1 Way 1 Speaker
Impedance 3
Ω
Rated Input Power 200 W RMS
Max. Input Power 400 W RMS
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 171.0 mm x 390.0 mm x 261.0 mm
(6.7 inch x 15.3 inch x 10.2 inch)
y
Designs and specications are subject to change without prior notice.
Appendix 31
Appendix
5
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
y
Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray
near the unit.
y
Wiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.
y
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.
