Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
NB5540 (NB5540, S54A1-D)
OWNER’S MANUAL
Hi-Fi
Sound Bar
ENGLISH
Printed in China
www.lg.com
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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 sucient
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: This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall 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 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 be 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.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon
a dedicated circuit;
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only
that appliance and has no additional outlets or
branch circuits. Check the specication page of this
owner’s manual to be certain. 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
appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
appliance, 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 appliance. To
disconnect power from the mains, pull out the
mains cord plug. When installing the product,
ensure that the plug is easily accessible.
NOTICE: For Product Identication and
Compliance/Safety labeling information please
refer to Main Label on the bottom of Unit.
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This device is equipped with a portable battery or
accumulator.
Safety way to remove the battery from the
equipment: Remove the old battery or battery
pack, follow the steps in reverse order than
the assembly. To prevent contamination of the
environment and bring on possible threat to
human and animal health, the old battery or
the battery put it in the appropriate container
at designated collection points. Do not dispose
of batteries or battery together with other
waste. It is recommended that you use local,
free reimbursement systems batteries and
accumulators. The battery should not be exposed
to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment o and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
y
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
y
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
y
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
y
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION : Any changes or modications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate
or use radio frequency energy. changes or
modications to this equipment may cause harmful
interference unless the modications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual. The user could
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modication is made.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement : This
equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm between the
radiator and your body. End users must follow the
specic operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
CAUTION: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit
airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless
devices because their signals could interfere with
critical aircraft instruments.
Responsible Party :
LG Electronics USA, Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue
Englewood Clis, NJ 07632
TEL. : +1-800-243-0000
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Table of Contents 5
1
2
3
4
5
Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
2 Safety Information
6 Unique features
6 Introduction
6 – Symbols used in this manual
6 Accessories
7 Remote control
8 Front panel
8 Rear panel
9 Installing the sound bar
10 Mounting the main unit on a wall
2 Connecting
12 Connecting the AC adapter
12 Wireless subwoofer connection
13 Connecting to your TV
13 – Using an OPTICAL cable
14 – Using an HDMI cable
14 – Enjoy rich sound broadcast of the
channel with the sound bar
14 – What is SIMPLINK?
15 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function
15 – Additional information for HDMI
16 Optional equipment connection
16 – HDMI connection
17 – PORT. (Portable) IN connection
17 – OPTICAL IN connection
17 – USB connection
18 – Compatible USB devices
18 – USB device requirement
18 – Playable file
3 Operating
19 Basic operations
19 – USB operation
19 Other operations
19 – DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
19 – AV Sync
19 – Turn off the sound temporarily
19 – Displaying file and input source
20 – AUTO POWER On/Off
20 – Auto power down
20 – Sleep timer setting
21 – LG Sound Sync
22 Using Bluetooth technology
23 – Listening to music stored on the
Bluetooth devices
24 Sound adjustment
24 – Setting sound effect
24 – Adjust volume level automatically
24 – Adjust the woofer level settings
25 Controlling a TV with the supplied remote
control
25 – Setting up the remote to control your
TV
4 Troubleshooting
26 Troubleshooting
5 Appendix
27 Specifications
28 Trademarks and licenses
29 Maintenance
29 – Handling the unit
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Unique features
Auto power down
This unit will turn o by itself for energy saving
consumption.
Portable In
Listen to music from your portable device. (MP3,
Notebook, etc)
Speaker (easy) setup
Listen to sound from TV, DVD or Digital device with
vivid 4.1 ch mode.
LG Sound Sync
Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG
Sound Sync.
Introduction
Symbols used in this manual
,
Note
Indicates special notes and operating features.
>
Caution
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Designs and specications of the accessories are
subject to change without prior notice.
Remote control (1) Batteries (2)
AC adapter (1) Power cord (1)
Optical cable (1) USB adapter (1)
Wall bracket (2) Wall bracket install
guide (1)
Screws (2) Cable ties for arranging
cables (2)
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Remote control
Battery Installation
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the
Remote Control, and insert two (size AAA) batteries
with and matched correctly.
• • • • • • • • • •
a
• • • • • • • • •
1
(Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.
FUNCTION : Selects the function and the input
source.
FOLDER
W/S
: Searches a folder on USB device.
OPTICAL : Changes input source to OPTICAL
directly.
MUTE
i
: Mutes the sound.
VOL
o
/
p
: Adjusts speaker volume.
• • • • • • • • • •
b
• • • • • • • • •
AUTO POWER : Turns on or o AUTO POWER
function. (Refer to the page 20.)
AV SYNC : Synchronizes the audio and video.
INFO : Displays the information of a le or an input
source.
REPEAT : Listen to your les repeatedly or
randomly.
C/V
(Skip/Search) :
- Skips Fast backward or Forward.
- Searches for a section within a le.
Z
(Stop) : Stops playback.
d/M
(Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses
playback.
SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound eect mode.
AUTO VOLUME : Turns on and o the AUTO
VOLUME mode.
WOOFER LEVEL : Sets the sound level of woofer.
• • • • • • • • • •
c
• • • • • • • • •
0 to 9 numerical buttons : Selects a le directly.
DRC : Turns on or o DRC function.
SLEEP : Sets the system to turn o automatically at
a specied time.
• • • • • • • • • •
d
• • • • • • • • •
TV Control buttons : See page 25.
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A
Display window
B
Remote sensor
Standby LED
It lights up in red on standby mode.
C
F (Function)
Selects the function and input source.
D
p/o
(Volume)
Adjusts volume level.
E
1/!
(Standby/On)
Front panel
A
DC. IN 25 V
0
2 A
B
HDMI IN / OUT : HDMI input / output
C
USB port
D
OPT. IN : Optical input
E
PORT. IN : Portable input
Rear panel
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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. (Refer to pp. 13 - 18.)
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.
>
Caution
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Mounting the main
unit on a wall
You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Preparation materials
Unit
Wall bracket install guide
Screws
Screws (A)
Wall plug
Wall bracket
(Not supplied)
You should connect the supplied USB adapter
in advance of mounting the unit on the wall
for using a USB connection.
,
Note
1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket
install guide with the bottom of TV and attach
to the position.
TV
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.
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1
4. Fix the brackets with screws (A) as shown in the
illustration below.
Screws (A) and Wall Plugs are not supplied for
mounting the unit. We recommend the Hilti
(HUD-1 6 x 30) for the mounting.
,
Note
5. Put the unit on the brackets to match screw
holes on the bottom of the unit.
6. Fix the unit with the screws firmly.
To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order.
,
Note
y
Do not install this unit upside down. It can
damage the parts of this unit or be the
cause of personal injury.
y
Do not hang onto the installed unit and
avoid any impact to the unit.
y
Secure the unit rmly to the wall so that it
does not fall o. If the unit falls o, it may
result in an injury or damage to the product.
y
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.
>
Caution
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Connecting
2
Connecting the 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.
>
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 is failed.
O (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.
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 or the blinking of yellow-green LED
on the wireless subwoofer and the subwoofer does
not make sound. To solve the problem, follow the
below steps.
1. Adjust volume level of the main unit to
minimum.
-
”VOL MIN” appears on the display window.
2. Press and hold MUTE
i
(Mute) on the remote
control for about 3 seconds.
-
“W RESET” appears on the display window
briey.
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Connecting
2
3. If the LED of the wireless subwoofer already
blinks in yellow-green continually, you can skip
this step.
Press and hold PAIRING on the back of the
wireless subwoofer for more than 5 seconds.
-
The LED of the wireless subwoofer lights up
alternately in red and yellow-green.
4. Disconnect the power cord of the main unit
and the wireless subwoofer.
5. Connect them again after the LED of the main
unit and the wireless subwoofer is fully turned
off.
The main unit and the wireless subwoofer will
be paired automatically when you turn on the
main unit.
-
When the connection is completed, you can
see the yellow-green LED on the subwoofer.
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 (within 5 m) and avoid
the cases below.
-
There is a 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.
,
Note
Connecting to your TV
Please connect with this unit and TV using the
optical digital cable or HDMI cable considering the
state of the TV.
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.
Optical
cable
2. Set the INPUT source to OPTICAL. Press
repeatedly FUNCTION on the remote control or
F on the unit until the function is selected.
To directly select the OPTICAL function, press
OPTICAL on the remote control.
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.)
,
Note
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Connecting
2
Using an HDMI cable
If you connect this unit to a TV that supports HDMI
CEC and ARC (Audio Return Channel), you can
enjoy the TV audio through the speakers of this unit
without connecting the optical cable.
HDMI
cable
y
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control):
Using a single remote control, you have the
ability to operate CEC compatible devices
(TV, Sound Bar, Blue-ray player, etc.)
y
You can also enjoy extra functions such as
USB / Bluetooth with FUNCTION on remote
control or F on this unit. When you go back
to live TV channel after using the extra
functions (USB / Bluetooth) of this audio
system, you should choose your preferred
speaker on TV to enjoy the sound from this
audio system again.
,
Note
HDMI cable Checklist
Some HDMI cables do not support the ARC
function, this can result in no sound output.
When connecting this unit to the TV, if there is no
sound, there might be a problem with the HDMI
cable. Therefore connect this unit to the TV and
check whether the Type A, High speed HDMI™
Cable with Ether net.
STANDARD HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
(X)
(X)
(O)
Enjoy rich sound broadcast of
the channel with the sound
bar
Connection through HDMI Cable
Your television must support the newest HDMI
features (HDMI CEC
1)
/ ARC (Audio Return Channel))
to fully enjoy the Live broadcasting channel with
audio system through an HDMI cable. Unless your
TV supports these HDMI features, the audio system
should be connected through an OPTICAL cable.
1) HDMI CEC (High-Denition Multimedia Interface
Consumer Electronics Control)
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is an HDMI
feature designed to allow the user to command
and control the CEC-enabled devices, that are
connected through HDMI by using only one of
their remote controls.
※
Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+
(Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips),
etc.
What is SIMPLINK?
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.
Controllable functions by LG TV’s remote control :
Power on/o, volume up/down, etc.
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.
y
Depending on the state of the unit, some
SIMPLINK operation may dier from your
purpose or not work.
y
Depending on a TV or a player which
is connected with this unit, SIMPLINK
operation may dier from your purpose.
,
Note
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Connecting
2
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
function
The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to
send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.
To use this function :
-
Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC
function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be
set to On.
-
The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may
dier depending on the TV. For details about
ARC function, refer to your TV manual.
-
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.
-
You can connect only one Sound bar to TV
compatible with ARC.
ARC function is automatically selected when
ARC signal comes in from TV, no matter what
kind of the function you are using.
,
Note
Additional information for
HDMI
y
When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible
device make sure of the following:
- 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.
- 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.
y
Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices
will work with this player.
- The picture will not be displayed properly with
non-HDCP device.
y
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
Changing the resolution when the
connection has already been established
may result in malfunctions. To solve the
problem, turn o the player and then turn it
on again.
y
When the HDMI connection with HDCP
is not veried, TV screen is changed to
black screen. In this case, check the HDMI
connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.
y
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
You cannot change the video resolution
in the HDMI IN mode. Change the video
resolution of the connected component.
y
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.
,
Note
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Connecting
2
Optional equipment
connection
HDMI connection
For enjoying sound only
You can enjoy the sound from the external device
you connect.
To the Blu-ray disc player,
DVD player, etc.
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.
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.
For enjoying both sound and picture
You can enjoy both sound and picture from the
external device you connect.
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.
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.
y
With the unit connected to external devices
and TV as above illustration, TV will output
picture and sound from external devices
when the unit is turned o in HDMI IN
mode.
y
HDMI OUT jack is for TV connection. Even
though PCM multi channel is inputted to
the unit through an HDMI cable, the unit
can only output 2 channel to TV.
y
Audio sources without any transformation
pass through this unit when this unit is
turned o.
,
Note
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Connecting
2
PORT. (Portable) IN
connection
MP3 player,
etc...
Listening to music from your
portable player
The unit can be used to play the music from many
types of portable players or external devices.
1. Connect the portable player to the
PORT. (Portable) IN connector of the unit.
2. Turn the power on by pressing
1
(Power).
3. Select the PORTABLE function by pressing
FUNCTION on the remote control or F on the
unit until the function is selected.
4. Turn on the portable player or external device
and start playing it.
OPTICAL IN connection
Connect an optical output jack of external devices
to the OPT. IN jack.
To the optical output jack of
external device
Speaker (easy) setup
Listens to sound from TV, DVD or Digital Device
with 4.1 or 4 ch mode.
1. Connect the OPT. IN jack on the back of the unit
to optical out jack of your TV (or digital device
etc.)
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing
FUNCTION on the remote control or F on the
unit until the function is selected.
To directly select the OPTICAL function, press
OPTICAL on the remote control.
3. Listen to sound with 4.1 or 4 ch speaker.
4. Press OPTICAL to exit from OPTICAL.
Function is retuned to previous one.
USB connection
Connect USB memory device to the USB port on
the back of the unit.
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Connecting
2
Connect a USB to the USB adapter when the unit is
mounted on the wall.
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 or press
Z
twice in a row.
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 1000 or more.
y
The unit’s USB Port cannot 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.
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
Playable file
File Extension Sampling Frequency Bitrate
MP3 within 32 to 48 kHz within 80 to 320 kbps
WMA within 32 to 48 kHz within 56 to 128 kbps
OGG within 32 to 48 kHz within 50 to 500 kbps
FLAC within 32 to 192 kHz within 500 to 5000 kbps
WAV within 32 to 48 kHz within 500 to 5000 kbps
y
Maximum les : Under 999
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.
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3 Operating
Operating 19
Operating
3
Basic operations
USB operation
1. Connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Select the USB function by pressing FUNCTION
on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
To Do this
Stop Press
Z
.
Playback Press
d/M
.
Pause
During playback, press
d/M
.
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
during playback and release it
at the point you want to listen
to. (except FLAC and OGG
les)
Play repeatedly
or randomly
Press REPEAT on the remote
control repeatedly, the
display will be changed in the
following order, OFF RPT 1
RPT DIR (DIRECTORY) RPT
ALL RANDOM.
Select a le
directly
Press 0 to 9 numerical buttons
on the remote control to go
to the desired le directly.
Search a folder
Press FOLDER
W/S
on the
remote control.
Resume
playback
This unit memorizes a current
song which is played before
changing the function or
turning o the unit.
The resume point may be cleared when you
pull out the power cord or removing the USB
device from the unit.
,
Note
Other operations
DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
Make the sound clear when the volume is turned
down (Dolby Digital only). Set to [DRC ON] by using
DRC.
AV Sync
When receiving audio signals from TV, sound and
images may not be matched. In the case, this
function can adjust the delay time.
1. Press AV SYNC.
2. Use
C/V
to scroll up and down through
the delay amount, which you can set at
anything between 0 and 300 ms.
This function does not operate on USB
function.
,
Note
Turn off the sound temporarily
Press MUTE
i
to mute your unit.
You can mute your unit, for example, to answer
the telephone, “MUTE” is displayed in the display
window.
To cancel it, press MUTE
i
again on the remote
control or change the volume level.
Displaying file and input
source
You can display various information of the input
source by pressing INFO.
USB : File information contained on a USB (MP3/
WMA/OGG/FLAC/WAV)
OPTICAL/ARC/HDMI IN : Audio format, Audio
channel
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Operating20
Operating
3
AUTO POWER On/Off
This function automatically turns on/o the unit
when you turn on/o the TV or the external device
(DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, etc.) connected to
this unit.
It is supported only on OPTICAL and LG TV
functions.
This function turns on or o each time you press
AUTO POWER.
y
After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
function, it will be automatically turned o if
there is no signal for a certain period of time
from the TV connected by LG Sound Sync
(Optical/Wireless).
y
After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
function, it will be automatically turned o if
there is no signal for a certain period of time
from the external device connected by an
optical cable.
y
If you turned o 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
In Bluetooth mode, this unit may be turned
on by AUTO POWER setting depending on
the connected Bluetooth device and then
LG TV function is selected.
In this case the unit will be turned o
automatically and when you restart the unit,
it will be turned on by LG TV function.
y
If you want to use AUTO POWER, SIMPLINK
must be turned o. It takes for about 30
seconds to switch on or o SIMPLINK.
y
AUTO POWER function does not operate
when this unit is connected with TV through
HDMI OUT jack because SIMPLINK signal
takes priority over AUTO POWER function.
,
Note
Auto power down
This unit will be o itself to save electric
consumption in the case main unit is not
connected to external device and is not used for 20
minutes.
So does this unit after six hours since Main unit
has been connected to other device using analog
input.
Sleep timer setting
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired time
period options (in minutes):
DISPLAY OFF (display window will turns o) ->
DIMMER (display window will be darkened by half )
-> Sleep timer value -> Display on
To check the remaining time, press SLEEP.
To cancel the sleep function, press SLEEP
repeatedly until “10MIN” appears, and then press
SLEEP once again while “10MIN” is displayed.
You can check the remaining time before the
unit turns o . Press SLEEP the remaining time
appears in the display window.
,
Note
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Operating 21
Operating
3
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 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.
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.
-
Turn o the unit.
-
Changing the function to the others.
-
Disconnecting the optical cable.
-
Disconnecting the wireless connection
caused by interference or a distance.
y
The amount of time to turn o this unit is
dierent depending on your TV when you
set AUTO POWER function to ON.
,
Note
With wired connection
1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an
optical cable.
Optical
cable
2. Set up LG Sound Sync (Optical) on the TV. Refer
to the TV's instruction manual.
3. Turn on the unit by pressing
1
(Power) on the
remote control.
4. Select OPTICAL function by using FUNCTION
on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
You can see "LG OPT" on the display window
if connecting normally between this unit and
your TV.
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Operating22
Operating
3
With wireless connection
1. Turn on the unit by pressing
1
(Power) on the
remote control.
2. Select LG TV function by using FUNCTION on
the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
3. Set up LG Sound Sync (Wireless) on the TV. Refer
to the TV's instruction manual.
"PAIRED" appears on the display window for
about 3 seconds and then you can see "LG TV"
on the display window if connecting normally
between this unit and your TV.
If you turned o the unit directly by pressing
1
(Power), LG Sound Sync (Wireless) will be
disconnected. To use this function again, you
should reconnect the TV and the unit.
,
Note
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.
Available Devices : Mobile phone, MP3, Laptop,
PDA etc.
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)
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Operating 23
Operating
3
Listening to music stored on
the Bluetooth devices
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.
1. Select the Bluetooth function by using
FUNCTION on the remote control or F on the
unit until the function is selected.
Appears “BT” and then “READY” in display
window.
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
(XX:XX)”.
y
XX:XX means the last four digits of BT
address. For example, if your unit has a
BT address such as 9C:02:98:4A:F7:08,
you will see “LG SOUND BAR (F7:08)” on
your Bluetooth device.
y
Depending on the Bluetooth device
type, some device have a dierent
pairing way. Enter the PIN code (0000) as
needed.
,
Note
3. When this unit is successfully connected with
your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED” will appear on
the display window.
4. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
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 a 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
This unit supports Bluetooth auto pairing.
However it does not operate in the case
below :
-
When you restart this unit.
-
When you return to Bluetooth function
after using LG TV function.
y
The sound may be interrupted when
the connection interfered by the other
electronic wave.
y
You cannot control the Bluetooth device
with this unit.
y
Pairing is limited one Bluetooth device per
one 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 wireless system using 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 o or the bluetooth
device gets far from the unit.
y
When Bluetooth connection is
disconnected, connect the bluetooth device
to the unit again.
y
When not connected the Bluetooth, “READY”
appears on the display window.
,
Note
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Operating24
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 SOUND EFFECT.
The displayed items for the equalizer may be
different depending on sound sources and effects.
On Display Description
STD (Standard)
You can enjoy the sound
without equalizer eect.
NEWS
This program make voice
sound clear, improving the
quality of voice sound.
MUSIC
You can enjoy comfortable
and natural sound.
CINEMA
You can enjoy more immersive
and cinematic surround
sound.
SPORTS
You can enjoy more dynamic
sound.
BASS
The Bass is Bass Blast. During
playback, reinforce the treble,
bass and surround sound
eect.
y
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
You may need to reset the surround mode,
after switching the input, sometimes even
after the sound le changed.
y
Because this unit has an exclusive sound
eect for FLAC le, the sound eect is xed
while playing FLAC le.
,
Note
Adjust volume level
automatically
This unit supports Auto volume function that
automatically adjusts the volume level.
When the output sound is too loud or too low,
press AUTO VOLUME on the remote control. So
you can enjoy the sound with appropriate levels.
To cancel this function, press the button again.
Adjust the woofer level
settings
You can adjust the sound level of woofer from - 40
dB to 6 dB.
1. Press WOOFER LEVEL.
2. Press VOL
o
/
p
to adjust the sound level of
the woofer.
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Operating 25
Operating
3
Controlling a TV with
the supplied remote
control
You can control your TV using the buttons below.
VOL +
VOL -
AV/INPUT
PR/CH
PR/CH
Button Operation
MUTE
i
Turn the TV’s volume on or
o.
AV/INPUT
Switch the TV’s input source
between the TV and other
input sources.
1
(TV Power) Turn the TV on or o.
VOL
o
/
p
Adjust the volume of the
TV.
PR/CH
W/S
Scan up or down through
memorized channels.
y
Depending on the TV being connected, you
may not be able to control your TV using
some of the buttons.
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.
,
Note
Setting up the remote to
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.
1. While holding down
1
(TV Power) button, and
press the manufacturer code for your TV with
the numerical buttons (see the table below).
Manufacturer Code Number
LG 1(Default), 2
Zenith 1, 3, 4
GoldStar 1, 2
Samsung 6, 7
Sony 8, 9
Hitachi 4
2. Release the
1
(TV Power) button to complete
setting.
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.
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4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting26
Troubleshooting
4
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION
No Power
y
The power cord is unpluged.
Plug in the power cord.
y
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
i
or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.
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. (Refer to the page 12.)
No display
y
The DISPLAY OFF function is activated.
Press SLEEP repeatedly to cancel the function. (Refer to the page 20.)
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 the state of SIMPLINK and turn o SIMPLINK.
y
Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate.
When you feel the
output sound of the
unit is low.
Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them.
y
Switch [ON] state of DRC function to [OFF] by using remote controller.
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 Player setup menu to [OFF] state.
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5 Appendix
Appendix 27
Appendix
5
Specifications
General (NB5540)
AC adapter requirements 100 - 240 V ~ 50 / 60 Hz / 25 V
0
2 A
Power consumption 30 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) (1020 x 35 x 82) mm (40.2 " x 1.4" x 3.2")
Net Weight (Approx.) 1.86 kg (4.1 lbs)
Operating temperature 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %
Input/Output
OPT. IN 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1
PORT. IN 0.5 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo jack) x 1
HDMI IN 19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
HDMI OUT 19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
Available Digital Input Audio
Sampling Frequency
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz
USB
Version 1.1
Bus Power Supply 5 V
0
500 mA
Amplier
Total 320 W
Front 40 W x 2 (8 Ω at 1 kHz)
Surround 40 W x 2 (8 Ω at 1 kHz)
Subwoofer 160 W (3 Ω at 80 Hz)
THD 10 %
Wireless subwoofer (S54A1-D)
Power requirements 120 V ~ 60 Hz
Power consumption 35 W
Type 1 Way 1 Speaker
Impedance 3 Ω
Rated Input Power 160 W
Max. Input Power 320 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) (296 x 332 x 296) mm (11.7" x 13.7" x 11.7")
Net Weight (Approx.) 7.6 kg (16.8 lbs)
y
Designs and specications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Appendix28
Appendix
5
Trademarks and
licenses
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby 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 are registered trademarks, and DTS 2.0
Channel is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.
Bluetooth® wireless technology is a system
which allows radio contact between electronic.
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.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Denition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.
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Appendix 29
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.
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LG Customer Information Center
1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer
1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial
Register your product Online!
www.lg.com
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