OWNER’S MANUAL

Wireless
Sound Bar

Please read this manual carefully before operating

your set and retain it for future reference.

MODEL
SJ7 (SJ7, SJ7-C, SPJ8B-W)

www.lg.com
*MFL69783439* Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
 2 Getting Started

Safety Information WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION CAUTION: The device shall not be exposed to water
1 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
(dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with
DO NOT OPEN liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the device.
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This product may
malfunction due to electrical shock.
This lightning flash with arrowhead CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted
symbol within an equilateral candles, should be placed on the device.
triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
dangerous voltage within the Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
product’s enclosure that may be of instructions.
sufficient magnitude to constitute Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
a risk of electric shock to persons. for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from over heating.
The exclamation point within an The openings shall be never be blocked by placing
equilateral triangle is intended the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
to alert the user to the presence surface. This product shall not be placed in a built-
of important operating and in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
maintenance (servicing) proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions in the literature instruction has been adhered to.
accompanying the product.
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CAUTION concerning the Power Cord This device is equipped with a portable battery or
Check the specification page of this owner’s manual accumulator.
to be certain of the power requirements for this Safe way to remove the batteries from the
device. Check the specification page of this owner’s equipment: Remove the old batteries or battery pack,
manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. follow the steps in reverse order than the assembly. 1
Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall To prevent contamination of the environment and

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outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or bring on possible threat to human and animal health,
damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. the old batteries or the battery pack must be put it
Any of these conditions could result in electric in the appropriate container at designated collection
shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your points. Do not dispose of batteries or battery pack
device, and if its appearance indicates damage together with other waste. It is recommended that
or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the you use local, free reimbursement systems batteries
device, and have the cord replaced with an exact and accumulators.
replacement part by an authorized service center. The batteries should not be exposed to excessive
Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed For models using an adapter
in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention
to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device.
exits the device. The Power Plug is the disconnecting Do not use a power supply from another device or
device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must another manufacturer. Using any other power cable
remain readily accessible or power supply may cause damage to the device and
void your warranty.
CAUTION when using this product in environments
NOTICE: For safety marking information including of low humidity
product identification and power supply ratings,
please refer to the main label on the bottom or the yy It may cause static electricity in environments of
other surface of the product. low humidity.
yy It is recommended to use this product after
touching any metal object which conducts
electricity.
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Symbols OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

INFORMATION
~ Refers to alternating current (AC). To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and
other open source licenses, that is contained in this
1 0 Refers to direct current (DC). product, please visit
http://opensource.lge.com.
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Refers to class II equipment.

In addition to the source code, all referred license
1 Refers to stand-by. terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are
available for download.
! Refers to “ON” (power).
LG Electronics will also provide open source code to
Refers to dangerous voltage. you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of
performing such distribution (such as the cost of
media, shipping and handling) upon email request
to opensource@lge.com. This offer is valid for three
(3) years from the date on which you purchased the
product.
 Table of Contents 5

Table of Contents 3 Operating

24 Other operations
24 –  AV Sync
24 –  Turn off the sound temporarily 1
1 Getting Started 24 –  Auto display dimmer
24 –  Using your TV remote control
2 Safety Information
25 –  Auto power down
6 Unique features
25 –  AUTO POWER On/Off
6 Introduction
26 –  Auto function change 2
6 –  Symbols used in this manual
26 –  Quick Start
7 Remote control
27 Using BLUETOOTH® technology
8 Front/Side panel
27 –  Listening to music stored on the Bluetooth
8 Rear panel
devices (Primary unit)
9 Positioning the Unit
28 –  BLUETOOTH connection lock (BT Lock) 3
9 –  SOUND BAR usage mode
-Primary unit only
(2.1 ch)
29 –  Listening to music stored on the Bluetooth
9 –  REAR usage mode (4.1 ch)
devices (Secondary unit)
10 –  PORTABLE usage mode
30 Using BLUETOOTH App
10 –  OFF usage mode (2.1 ch) 4
30 –  Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
11 Stand the unit
Your BLUETOOTH Device
30 –  Activate BLUETOOTH with “Music Flow
2 Connecting Bluetooth” App
32 Sound adjustment
12 Organizing cables
32 –  Setting sound effect
5
12 Connecting the AC Adapter
32 –  Adjust volume level automatically
12 Charging the Unit
32 –  Adjust the Subwoofer/Treble/Bass
(Secondary unit only)
32 –  Night mode
12 –  Connecting the AC adapter
32 –  Adjust the REAR LEVEL
13 –  Checking the charging status
33 –  Surround mode
13 –  Checking Battery status
13 Secondary unit connection
15 Wireless subwoofer connection 4 Troubleshooting
16 Installing the sound bar
34 Troubleshooting
17 How to Affix the Ferrite Core
34 – General
17 –  Affix the Ferrite Core for AC adapter cable
35 –  NOTES to use wireless
17 Connecting to your TV
36 –  NOTES to release Demo mode
(Primary unit)
17 –  Using an OPTICAL cable
18 –  LG Sound Sync 5 Appendix
20 –  Using an HDMI cable
21 –  Additional information for HDMI 37 Trademarks and licenses
22 Optional equipment connection 38 Specifications
22 –  HDMI connection 40 Maintenance
23 –  Optical In connection 40 –  Handling the unit
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Unique features Introduction

1 Auto power down Symbols used in this manual

This unit will turn off by itself for energy saving
,,Note
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consumption.
Indicates special notes and operating features.
LG Sound Sync >>Caution
Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG
Sound Sync. from abuse.

BLUETOOTH®
Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device.
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Remote control • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a• • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 (Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.
F : Selects the function and the input source.

Input source / Function Display 1

ARC

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Optical OPT/HDMI ARC.
LG Sound Sync (Optical)
Bluetooth BT
LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV
HDMI IN HDMI
SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode.
VOL o/p : Adjusts speaker volume.
(Night mode) : Turns on or off Night mode.
(Mute) : Mutes the sound.
: Adjusts sound level of subwoofer, treble and
bass (Page 32.)
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • b• • • • • • • • • • • • • •
C/V (Skip) : Skips Fast backward or Forward.
Replacement of Battery (Bluetooth mode only)
dM (Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
(Bluetooth mode only)
REAR LEVEL o/p : Adjusts rear level of Secondary
unit on the REAR usage mode.
SURROUND: Turns on/off Surround function. (Page
33.)
AUTO VOL : Turns on or off the AUTO VOLUME
mode.
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote AV SYNC :
control, and insert the batteries with and - Synchronizes the audio and video.
matched correctly. - Controls this unit using TV remote. (Page 24.)
AUTO POWER :
- Turns on or off AUTO POWER function. (Page 25.)
- Turns on or off the Bluetooth connection lock.
(Page 28.)
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Front/Side panel

1
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Primary unit Secondary unit

Ao/p (Volume) : Adjusts volume level j:

F (Function) : Selects the function and input - Press to select Bluetooth function.
source. (SOUND BAR or REAR usage mode)
- Press and hold to connect another Bluetooth
1 (Standby)
device. (PORTABLE usage mode)
B T (Play/Pause):
o/p (Volume) : Adjusts volume level
- Starts or pauses playback in the Bluetooth
function. (SOUND BAR or REAR usage mode) C LED indicator (Connection LED)
- Starts or pauses playback of Secondary unit. D Display window
(PORTABLE usage mode)

Rear panel

Primary unit Secondary unit

A OPTICAL IN : Optical input D DC IN : AC adapter input

USB (SERVICE ONLY) : S/W download USB (SERVICE ONLY) : S/W download
connector connector
DC IN : AC adapter input PAIRING : Connects Primary unit and Secondary
B HDMI IN / OUT (TV ARC) : HDMI input / output. unit. (REAR, SOUND BAR usage mode only)
C Usage Mode Switch : Selects usage mode. E Battery LED
F Screw Hole :
- Screws for use : M4 x 8
- Use for the Univesal Bracket Mounting.
- Use brackets 3 mm or less in thickness.
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Positioning the Unit ,,Note

If the connection is failed or disconnected, the
LED indicator turns on red.
You can enjoy various usage mode by Usage Mode
Switch. Choose one of the following modes. 1
REAR usage mode (4.1 ch)

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SOUND BAR usage mode Primary unit plays as front speaker and Secondary
(2.1 ch) unit plays as rear surround speaker.
When disconnecting AC Adapter of Secondary unit,
Primary unit and Secondary unit play as FRONT L/R the audio output may be reduced.
(Left/Right) speaker like a sound bar.
When disconnecting AC Adapter of Secondary unit,
the audio output may be reduced.

Primary Secondary
unit unit Primary unit

Subwoofer

Secondary unit
Subwoofer

1. Turn on the Primary unit by pressing 1.

1. Turn on the Primary unit by pressing 1.

2. Turn on the Secondary unit by switching the

Usage Mode Switch to SOUND BAR. 2. Turn on the Secondary unit by switching the
Usage Mode Switch to REAR.

3. The LED indicator of Secondary unit blinks with

white. 3. The LED indicator of Secondary unit blinks with
white.
When this unit is successfully connected, SOUND
BAR appears in the display window of Primary When this unit is successfully connected, REAR
unit and the LED indicator of Secondary unit appears in the display window of Primary unit
turns on white. and the LED indicator of Secondary unit turns on
white.
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,,Note OFF usage mode (2.1 ch)

If the connection is failed or disconnected, the Primary unit plays alone without Secondary unit
LED indicator turns on red.

1
PORTABLE usage mode
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You can play Secondary unit without Primary unit.

Primary unit and Secondary unit play separately
with each connected device.
-- Secondary unit : Stereo

Turn on the Secondary unit by switching the Usage

Mode Switch to OFF.

Secondary
unit

Turn on the Secondary unit by switching the Usage

Mode Switch to PORTABLE.

For more information of Bluetooth connection, refer

to the page 27.

,,Note
When Secondary unit is PORTABLE usage
mode, Primary unit operates sepately as 2.1
ch sound bar.

Primary unit
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Stand the unit Place the side panel with button facing upward.

You can stand the Primary and Secondary unit using

stand. 1
It is recommended to use the stand on SOUND BAR

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usage mode only.

Preparation materials

>>Caution
Unit Be careful that the speaker
does not fall down. Otherwise
it may result in the speaker
Stand malfunction and cause
personal injury and/ or
property damage.
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Organizing cables Charging the Unit

You can organize the cable with cable ties.
(Secondary unit only)
1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown
below.
2. Tighten cable ties.
Connecting the AC adapter
Secondary unit uses built-in battery. Before using it,
charge the battery by connecting the AC Adapter.
2 1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC
adapter.
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2. Connect the AC adapter cable to DC IN adapter

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

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. If the battery is fully charged in charging mode,
LED is changed from red to green. Then LED is
2. Connect the AC adapter cable to DC IN adapter turned off after 15 seconds.
input.

3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC 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.
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Checking the charging status

Green
Secondary unit
When AC Adapter is connected, battery charging is
started. You can check the charging status by connection
Battery LED on the rear of Secondary unit .
Red

LED Description LED indicator of Secondary unit

You can check the connected status of Primary unit
Battery is fully charged. Battery LED
and Secondary unit by LED indicator of Secondary
Green turns on green for 15 seconds and
Green unit.
turned off. 2
White
LED Color Status

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Battery is charging.
Red
Red
White Attempting to make connection.
,,Note White
(Blink)
yy Operating time is approx. 4 hours. (Based
on fully charged the battery and continuous
playback using 50 % volume level.) White The connection is completed.
(Blink)
White
Red
It may vary depending on the battery status
and operational conditions.
The Secondary unit is in standby
yy If you listen to the music while charging, it will
Red mode or the connection is failed.
take longer to charge. White
(Blink)

Connecting the Primary unit and

Checking Battery status Secondary
Red
unit
Green
If the power turned on, you can check the battery 1. Connect the power cord to the Primary unit and
status by pressing buttons on side panel of
Green plug the power cord into a power outlet.
Secondary unit. The Battery LED is displayed for 2. Turn on the Primary unit by pressing 1.
Red
15 seconds and turned off.
Then Battery LED light will change depending on
Red
battery status.

LED Condition Status

Green
Green Battery LED turns
Green on green. 70 %
70 %
10 3. Turn on the Secondary unit by switching the
Amber Battery LED turns Usage Mode Switch to REAR or SOUND BAR.:
Amber on amber. 10
70 %
%
Amber 10
0
10 %
%
70 %
Battery LED blinks 0%
10
Red
Blinking
with red. 10 %
%
Red
Blinking
Red
0 %
10 %
Blinking Battery LED is
Turned turned off 0%
Off
Turned
Off
Turned
Off
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4. The Primary unit and Secondary unit will be ,,Note

automatically connected. yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
-- When this unit is successfully connected, for the Primary unit and the Secondary unit.
SOUND BAR or REAR appears in the display to communicate with each other and make
window of Primary unit. sounds.
-- White LED on the front of Secondary unit yy The closer the Primary unit and the
turns on. Secondary unit., the better sound quality. It is
recommended to install the Primary unit and
,,Note the Secondary unit as close as possible and
If the connection is failed or disconnected, the avoid the cases below.
2 LED indicator turns on red. -- There is an obstacle between the Primary
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unit and the Secondary unit.

-- There is an device using same frequency
Manually pairing Secondary unit with this wireless connection such as
When the pairing operate abnormally, you can check a medical equipment, a microwave or a
red LED on the Secondary unit and the Secondary wireless LAN device.
unit does not make sound. To solve the problem, -- Keep the Primary unit and Secondary unit
follow the steps below. away from the device (ex. wireless router,
microwave oven, etc.) over 1m. to prevent
1. Turn off the Primary unit. wireless interference.
2. Press PAIRING button on the rear of the
Secondary unit.

>1m

-- The white LED on the front of the Secondary

unit blinks.
3. Turn on the Primary unit.
4. Pairing is completed.
-- The white LED on the front of the Secondary
unit turns on.
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Wireless subwoofer Manually pairing wireless subwoofer

When your connection is not completed, you can
connection check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the
wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve
the problem, follow the steps below.
LED indicator of wireless subwoofer 1. Press Pairing button on the rear of the wireless
subwoofer.
Green
LED Color Status
2
Attempting to make connection.

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Green
Green
(Blink)

Green The connection is completed.

Green
Red
(Blink)
The wireless subwoofer is in -- The green LED on the rear of the wireless
standby mode or the connection subwoofer blinks quickly.
Green
Red
(Blink) is failed. 2. Turn on the Primary unit.
3. Pairing is completed.
Off (No The power cord of wireless
display) -- The green LED on the rear of the wireless
Red subwoofer is disconnected.
subwoofer turns on.

Setting up the wireless subwoofer for

the first time
1. Connect the power cord to the subwoofer and
plug the power cord into a power outlet.
2. Turn on the Primary unit : The sound bar and
wireless subwoofer will be automatically
connected.
-- Green LED on the rear of wireless subwoofer
turns on.
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,,Note Installing the sound bar

yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the Primary unit and the subwoofer to
communicate with each other and make You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the
sounds. other device: TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
yy The closer the Primary unit and the Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the
subwoofer, the better sound quality. It is device you want. (Refer to pages 17 - 23.)
recommended to install the Primary unit and
the subwoofer as close as possible and avoid
2 the cases below.
-- There is an obstacle between the Primary
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unit and the subwoofer.

-- There is an 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 1m. to prevent
>>Caution
yy For best performance of wireless connection
wireless interference. such as Bluetooth or wireless subwoofer,
do not install the unit on Metallic furniture
>1m because wireless connection communicates
through a module positioned on the bottom
of the unit.
yy Be careful not to make scratches on the
surface of the Unit / Subwoofer when
installing or moving them.
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How to Affix the Ferrite Connecting to your TV

Core (Primary unit)
Ferrite core may not be provided depending on each Please connect this unit and the TV using the optical
nation’s regulations. digital cable or HDMI cable considering the capability
of the TV.
Affix the Ferrite Core for AC
adapter cable Using an OPTICAL cable 2
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
You must affix a ferrite core in order to reduce or

Connecting
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an
eliminate electrical interference.
Optical cable.
1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open.
2. Wind the AC adapter cable around the ferrite
core once.
3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks.
Primary unit

Optical
cable

2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by

pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
You can see "OPT" on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
TV.

,,Note
Connect the AC adapter applied a ferrite core to
the secondary unit.
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,,Note LG Sound Sync

yy Before connecting the optical cable, be sure
to remove the protection plug cover if your
cable has the cover.
yy You can enjoy the TV audio through the
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV You can control some functions of this unit using
models, you must select the external speaker your TV’s remote control with LG Sound Sync. It is
option from the TV menu. (For details, compatible with LG TVs that support LG Sound Sync.
reference your TV user manual.) Make sure there is an LG Sound Sync logo on your TV.
Controllable functions by LG TV's remote control :
2 yy Set up the sound output of TV to listen to
the sound through this unit : Volume up/down, mute
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TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound Refer to the TV's instruction manual for the details
output] [ [External speaker (Optical)] of LG Sound Sync.
yy Details of TV setting menu vary depending Make one of the following connections, depending on
on the manufacturers or models of your TV. the capabilities of your equipment.
yy If this unit is connected by OPTICAL and ARC
at the same time, the ARC signal has priority.
,,Note
yy 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.
yy When the connection fails, make sure of the
condition of the TV and power.
yy 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 from one function to another.
-- Disconnecting the optical cable.
-- Disconnecting the wireless connection
caused by interference or distance.
yy The amount of time to turn off this unit is
different depending on your TV when you set
AUTO POWER function to ON.
yy The details of the TV settings menu may vary
depending on the model of your TV.
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With wired connection With wireless connection

1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an 1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote
optical cable. control or unit.
2. Select the input source to LG TV by pressing F
button on the remote control or unit repeatedly.
3. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
Primary unit TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Wireless)]
2
"PAIRED" appears on the display window for
about 3 seconds and then you can see "LG TV"

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on the display window if connecting normally
between this unit and your TV.
Optical
cable ,,Note
If you turned off the unit directly by pressing
1 on the remote control or unit., LG Sound
2. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the Sync (Wireless) will be disconnected. To use this
sound through this unit : function again, you should reconnect the TV and
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound the unit.
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Optical)]
3. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 on the remote
control or unit.
4. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by
pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
You can see "LGOPT" on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
TV.
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Using an HDMI cable ,,Note

yy You can enjoy the TV audio through the
If you connect this unit to a TV that supports HDMI
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV
CEC and ARC (Audio Return Channel), you can
models, you must select the external speaker
enjoy the TV audio through the speakers of this unit
option from the TV menu. (For details,
without connecting the optical cable. Please refer to
reference your TV user manual.)
your TV user manual when you check HDMI CEC/ARC
function of your TV. yy Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
1. Connect the HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
back of the unit to HDMI ARC jack on the TV
2 output] [ [External speaker (HDMI ARC)]
using an HDMI cable.
yy Depending on your LG TV model, you may
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need to turn on the SIMPLINK function on

your LG TV.
yy Details of the TV settings menu may vary
depending on the manufacturer or model of
Primary unit your TV.
yy When you return to ARC function from
another function, you need to select the input
HDMI source to OPT/HDMI ARC. Then this unit
cable changes to ARC function automatically.

2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by

pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
You can see "ARC" on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
TV.
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ARC (Audio Return Channel) function Additional information for HDMI

The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to yy When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible
send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit. device make sure of the following:
To use this function : -Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this
-- Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC unit. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and
function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on
to On. this unit.
-- The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may -The connected device’s video input is set
differ depending on the TV. For details about ARC correctly for this unit. 2
function, refer to your TV manual.
-The connected device is compatible with

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-- You must use the HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed
720 x 576p (or 480p), 1280 x 720p, 1920 x
HDMI™ cable with Ethernet).
1080i or 1920 x 1080p video input.
-- You must connect the HDMI OUT on the unit with
HDMI IN of the TV that supports ARC function yy Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will
using an HDMI cable. work with this unit
-- You can connect only one Sound Bar to a TV -The picture will not be displayed properly with
compatible with ARC. non-HDCP device.

What is SIMPLINK? ,,Note

yy 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.
Some functions of this unit are controlled by the yy Changing the resolution when the connection
TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TVs with has already been established may result in
SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection. malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off
Controllable functions by LG TV’s remote control : the player and then turn it on again.
Power on/off, volume up/down, mute, etc. yy When the HDMI connection with HDCP is not
Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of verified, the TV screen is changed to black.
SIMPLINK function. In this case, check the HDMI connection, or
LG TV’s with the SIMPLINK function will have a logo disconnect the HDMI cable.
as shown above. yy If there are noises or lines on the screen,
,,Note please check the HDMI cable (length is
generally limited to 4.5 m (15 ft).
yy Depending on the state of the unit, some
SIMPLINK operation may differ from your yy You cannot change the video resolution in the
purpose or not work. HDMI IN mode. Change the video resolution
of the connected component.
yy Depending on a TV or a player which is
connected with this unit, SIMPLINK operation yy If the video output signal is abnormal when
may differ from your purpose. your personal computer is connected to HDMI
IN jack, change the resolution of your personal
computer to 576p (or 480p), 720p, 1080i or
1080p.
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HDMI cable Checklist Optional equipment

Some HDMI cables do not support the ARC function,
this can result in no sound output. connection
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 HDMI connection
check whether the Type A, High speed HDMI™ Cable
with Ethernet. You can enjoy the sound and picture from HDMI
connection on external device.
2 (X)
STANDARD HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
For enjoying sound only
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HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE

(X) You can enjoy the sound from the external device you
connect.
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
(O)

Connection through HDMI Cable

Your television must support the newest HDMI
features (HDMI CEC1) / ARC (Audio Return Channel)) Primary unit
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-Definition Multimedia Interface
Consumer Electronics Control) HDMI
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is an HDMI cable
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. To the Blu-ray disc player, DVD
※ Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+ player, etc.
(Samsung), BRAVIA Sync/ Link (Sony), EasyLink 1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to
(Philips), EZ-Sync/ VIERA Link (Panasonic), etc.. HDMI OUT jack on the audio device such as Blu-
ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
2. Select the input source to HDMI by pressing F
button on the remote control or unit repeatedly.
 Connecting 23

For enjoying both sound and picture Optical In connection

You can enjoy both sound and picture from the Connect an optical output jack of external devices to
external device you connect. the OPTICAL IN jack.

Primary unit
HDMI
cable 2

Connecting
To the optical output
jack of external device Optical
cable
Primary unit
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to optical out jack of your external device.
HDMI
2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by
cable
pressing F button on the remote control or unit
repeatedly.
You can see "OPT" on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to device.
HDMI OUT jack on the external device such as
Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. ,,Note
Before connecting the optical cable, be sure to
2. Connect HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of
remove the protection plug cover if your cable
the unit to HDMI IN jack on the TV.
has the cover.
3. Select the input source to HDMI by pressing F
button on the remote control or unit repeatedly.

,,Note
yy Audio and Video signal can't pass through
when this unit is turned off.
yy HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack is for TV connection.
Even though multi channel is inputted to the
unit through an HDMI cable, the unit can only
output PCM 2 channel to TV.
 24 Operating

Other operations Using your TV remote control

You can control some functions of this unit by your
TV's remote control even by another company’s
product. Controllable functions are volume up/down
AV Sync and mute.
When receiving audio signals from TV, sound and Press and hold AV SYNC on the remote control for
images may not be matched. In the case, this function about 2 seconds. “ON - TV REMOTE” appears and
can adjust the delay time. you can control this unit by your TV remote control.
1. Press AV SYNC. To check the status of this function, press and hold
2. Use C/V to scroll up and down through AV SYNC.
the delay amount, which you can set at anything To turn off this function, press and hold AV SYNC
between 0 and 300 ms. and press it once again while “ON - TV REMOTE” is
,,Note scrolled.

3
You can adjust the delay time by 10 ms. ,,Note
yy Supported TV brands
Operating

LG Panasonic Philips Samsung

Turn off the sound temporarily
Sharp Sony Toshiba Vizio
Press (Mute) to mute your unit.
yy Make sure that the sound output of your TV
You can mute your unit, for example, to answer the
is set to [External speaker].
telephone, “MUTE” is displayed in the display window.
yy Depending on the remote control, this
To cancel it, press (Mute) again on the remote function may not work well.
control or change the volume level.
yy This function does not operate on LG TV's
magic remote control.
Auto display dimmer yy This function may not work well when some
The Display window will be dimmed automatically if TV control functions such as CEC, SIMPLINK
there is no key input for 15 seconds. and LG Sound Sync set to ON.
When you press any button, the display window will
be brighten.
 Operating 25

Auto power down ,,Note

yy After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
This unit will turn itself off to save electric function, it will be automatically turned off if
consumption if the Primary unit is not connected there is no signal for a certain period of time
to an external device and has not been used for 15 from the TV connected by LG Sound Sync
minutes. (Optical/Wireless).
yy After the unit is turned on by AUTO POWER
How to disconnect the wireless function, it will be automatically turned off if
network connection or the wireless there is no signal for a certain period of time
device from the external device.
Set up the AUTO POWER ON/OFF function to off yy If you turned off the unit directly, it cannot be
and turn off the unit. turned on automatically by the AUTO POWER
function. However the unit can be turned
on by the AUTO POWER function when an
AUTO POWER On/Off optical signal comes in after there has been
This unit automatically turns on by an input source at least 5 seconds of no signal input. 3
such as Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth. yy Depending on the connected device, this

Operating
When you turn on your TV or an external device function may not operate.
connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input yy If you disconnect Bluetooth connection by
signal and selects the suitable function. You can hear this unit, some Bluetooth devices try to
the sound from your device. connect to the unit continually. Therefore it is
If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this recommended to disconnect the connection
unit turns on and the unit will be connected to your before turning off the unit.
Bluetooth device. yy If you want to use AUTO POWER, SIMPLINK
This function turns on or off each time you press must be turned off. It takes for about 30
AUTO POWER. seconds to switch on or off SIMPLINK.
yy When you turn this unit on for the first time,
the status of the Auto Power function is
turned on.
yy To use this function, the Primary unit must be
registered in paired devices list of Bluetooth
devices.
yy You can set the AUTO POWER function only
when this unit is turned on.
 26 Operating

Auto function change Quick Start

This unit recognizes input signals such as Optical, This unit can stay in standby mode with low power
Bluetooth and LG TV and then changes to the consumption, so that the unit can reduce boot time
suitable function automatically. when you turn on this unit.
To turn on this function, press 1 on the unit for 3
When an Optical signal comes in seconds when the unit is turned on.
When you turn on the external device connected to "ON - Q. START" appears in display.
this unit by an optical cable, this unit changes the To turn off this function, press 1 on the unit for 3
function to optical. You can hear the sound from your seconds again when the unit is turned on.
device.
"OFF - Q. START" sppears in display.

When you try to connect a Bluetooth ,,Note

device yy If the Quick start function is set and an AC
power is accidently re-connected to the unit
3 When you try to connect your Bluetooth device to by power failure etc., the Quick start function
this unit, Bluetooth function is selected. Play your will activate when the unit is turned on and
Operating

music on the Bluetooth device. off once.

yy When the Quick start function is set, power
When an LG TV signal comes in consumption will be higher than when the
When you turn on your LG TV connected by LG Quick start is off.
Sound Sync (Wireless connection), this unit changes yy This function may not work depending on the
the function to LG TV. You can hear the sound from models.
your TV.

,,Note
yy To change to optical function, it needs at least
5 seconds of no signal.
yy This unit does not change the function to
Optical if SIMPLINK of the connected TV, Blu-
ray disc player, set-top box or etc. device is set
to on or connected CEC supported device is
turned on.
yy If you want to use the auto function change,
trun off SIMPLINK function on your LG TV.
It takes for about 30 seconds to turn off
SIMPLINK.
yy If the Bluetooth connection lock function is
set, the Bluetooth connection will only be
available on Bluetooth and LG TV function.
(Page 28.)
 Operating 27

Using BLUETOOTH® Listening to music stored on the

Bluetooth devices (Primary unit)
technology
Pairing your Primary unit and a
BLUETOOTH device
About BLUETOOTH
Before you start the pairing procedure, make sure
Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for
that the Bluetooth feature is turned on in your
short range connection.
Bluetooth device. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s
The sound may be interrupted when the connection user guide. Once a pairing operation is performed, it
has interference from other electronic waves or when does not need to be performed again.
you connect Bluetooth in the other rooms.
1. Select the input source to BT (Bluetooth) by
Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth pressing F button on the remote control or unit
wireless technology does not incur any charges. A repeatedly.
mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology "BT" "READY" appears in the display window in 3
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection order.
was made via Bluetooth wireless technology.

Operating
2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
yy Available Devices : Smart phone, MP3, Notebook, pairing operation. When searching for this unit
etc. with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
yy Version : 4.0 found may appear in the Bluetooth device display
depending on the type of Bluetooth device. Your
yy Codec : SBC
unit appears as “LG SJ7 (XX)”.

BLUETOOTH Profiles ,,Note

yy XX means the last two digits of
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, Bluetooth address. For example, if your
devices must be able to interpret certain profiles. This unit has a Bluetooth address such as
unit is compatible with following profile. 9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, you will see
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) “LG SJ7 (08)” on your Bluetooth device.
yy Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
some device have a different pairing way.
Enter the PIN code (0000) as needed.
 28 Operating

3. When this unit is successfully connected with ,,Note

your Bluetooth device, yy Bluetooth connection will be disconnected
"PAIRED" Your device's name "BT" appears in when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth
the display window in this order. device gets far from the unit.
,,Note yy When the Bluetooth connection is
disconnected, connect the Bluetooth device
If it is unavailable to display the device's name on
the unit, "_" will be displayed. to the unit again.
yy When the unit is not connected, “READY”
appears in the display window.
4. Listen to music.
yy When you connect a Bluetooth device
To play a music file stored on your Bluetooth
(iOS device etc.) to this unit or operate the
device, refer to your Bluetooth device’s user
device, the volume level can be synchronized
guide.
between the two devices.
,,Note yy You can control a Bluetooth device using
3 yy When using Bluetooth technology, you have C/V (Skip) and dM (Play/Pause)
to make a connection between the unit and buttons on the remote control.
Operating

the Bluetooth device as close as possible and yy If you change to another function after
keep the distance short. connecting Bluetooth device, Bluetooth
However it may not work well in the cases connection will be disconnected. When you
below : return to Bluetooth function, Bluetooth
-- If there is a obstacle between the unit and connection will be connected automatically.
the Bluetooth device.
-- If there is a device using the same
frequency as the Bluetooth technology BLUETOOTH connection lock
such as medical equipment, a microwave
or a wireless LAN device.
(BT Lock) -Primary unit only
You can limit Bluetooth connections to only
yy You should connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit again when you restart it. BT (Bluetooth) and LG TV function to prevent
unintended Bluetooth connections.
yy The sound may be interrupted when the
connection is interfered with by some other To turn on this function, press and hold AUTO
electronic waves. POWER on the remote control for about 2 seconds
in BT (Bluetooth) function and press it once again
yy Pairing is limited to one Bluetooth device per while “OFF - BT LOCK” is scrolled. Then you can limit
unit and multi-pairing is not supported. Bluetooth connections.
yy Depending on the type of the device, you may To turn off this function, press and hold AUTO
not be able to use the Bluetooth function. POWER on the remote control for about 2 seconds
yy You can enjoy Bluetooth function using in BT (Bluetooth) function and press it once again
smart phone, MP3, Notebook, etc.. while “ON - BT LOCK” is scrolled.
yy The more distance between the unit and the
Bluetooth device, the lower the sound quality
,,Note
Even if you set up Bluetooth connection lock
becomes. to On, this sound bar turns on by Auto Power
function. Turn off Auto Power function to
prevent it.
 Operating 29

Listening to music stored on the 3. When this unit is successfully connected, the
Bluetooth LED turns on white with beep sound.
Bluetooth devices (Secondary
,,Note
unit) If the connection is failed or disconnected, The
Bluetooth LED turns on white for 15 minutes
Pairing your Secondary unit and a and change to red.
BLUETOOTH device
1. Turn on the Secondary unit by switching 4. Listen to music.
the Usage Mode Switch to PORTABLE. The To play a music file stored on your Bluetooth
Bluetooth LED on SLAVE unit blinks with white. device, refer to your Bluetooth device’s user
guide.

,,Note
yy Bluetooth connection using the TV, PC or
dongle is not supported.
3
yy When you turn on the Secondary unit or

Operating
enter portable usage mode, the Secondary
unit requests a connection to the last
connected Bluetooth device.
yy If you want to connect another Bluetooth
2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
device with the existing Bluetooth device
pairing operation. When searching for this unit
connected status, press and hold the j.on
with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
found may appear in the Bluetooth device display Secondary unit. Then a beep sounds and you
depending on the type of Bluetooth device. Your can connect another Bluetooth device.
unit appears as “LG SJ7-2ND (XX)”.

,,Note
yy 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 SJ7-2ND (08)” on your Bluetooth device.
yy Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
some device have a different pairing way.
Enter the PIN code (0000) as needed.
 30 Operating

Using BLUETOOTH App Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App

through “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”
,,Note 1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play
yy Only Android OS is available to use “Music
Flow Bluetooth ” app with this unit. Store)” icon.

yy Additional data charges may occur if installed 2. In the search bar, type in “Music Flow Bluetooth”
over 3G/4G, according to your device plan. and then tap search.
3. In the search result list, find and tap “Music Flow
Bluetooth” to start downloading Bluetooth app.
About “Music Flow Bluetooth” App 4. Tap an icon for installation.
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app brings a suite of new 5. Tap an icon for downloading.
features to this unit.
To enjoy more features, it is recommended that you
,,Note
yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
3 download and install the free “Music Flow Bluetooth” connected to the Internet.
app.
Operating

yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is

equipped with “Google Android Market
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” (Google Play Store)”.
App onto Your BLUETOOTH
Device Activate BLUETOOTH with
There are two ways to install “Music Flow Bluetooth”
App onto Your Bluetooth Device.
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app helps to connect your
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App Bluetooth device to this unit.
through QR code 1. Tap “Music Flow Bluetooth” app icon on the home
screen to open “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, and
1. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app through QR go to the main menu.
code. Use the scanning software to scan the QR
code. 2. If you want to get more information to operate,
tap [Setting] and tap [Help] menu.

2. Tap an icon for installation.

,,Note
yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
yy 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)”.
yy Depending on the area, QR code may not
work.
 Operating 31

,,Note
yy “Music Flow Bluetooth” app will be available
in the software version as follow;
-- Android O/S : Ver 4.0.3 (or later)
yy 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.
yy Depending on the Bluetooth device, “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app may not work.
yy After connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, music may be output from your device. In
this case, try connecting procedure again.
yy If you operate other applications or change 3
the settings on your Bluetooth device while

Operating
using “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, “Music
Flow Bluetooth ” app may operate abnormally.
yy 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.
yy Depending on the smart phone's operating
system, you have some differences for “Music
Flow Bluetooth” operation.
yy Even though Bluetooth connection will
be disconnected, you can use “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app when you change the
function.
yy You can use the additional functions of this
unit using "Music Flow Bluetooth" app.
yy Additional features offered by "Music Flow
Bluetooth" app may not work depending on
the distance between this unit and Bluetooth
device and wireless conditions.
 32 Operating

Sound adjustment Adjust volume level

automatically
This unit supports auto volume function that
Setting sound effect automatically adjusts the volume level.
This system has a number of pre-set surround sound When the output sound is too loud or too low, press
fields. You can select a desired sound mode by using AUTO VOL on the remote control. So you can enjoy
SOUND EFFECT. the sound with appropriate levels.
The displayed items for the equalizer may be different To cancel this function, press the button again.
depending on sound sources and effects.

On Display Description Adjust the Subwoofer/Treble/

ASC Analyzes the property of the Bass
input sound and provides You can adjust the sound level of Subfwoofer, Treble
(Adaptive Sound
3 Control)
the sound optimized for the and Bass as your preference.
content in real time.
WF (Subwoofer) : -15 dB to 6 dB
Operating

Reinforces the treble, bass and TRE (Treble) / BAS (Bass) : -5 dB to 5 dB

BASS BLAST
surround sound effect.
1. Press button repeatedly to select TRE
STANDARD You can enjoy optimized sound.
(Treble), BAS (Bass) or WF (Subwoofer).
You can enjoy more immersive 2. Press VOL o/p to adjust the sound level.
CINEMA
and cinematic surround sound.

,,Note Night mode

yy In some of the sound effect modes, there will This function is useful when you want to watch
be no sound or low sound from some of the movies at low volume late at night. Set Night mode
speakers. It depends on the mode of sound to On to reduce the sound intensity and improve
and the source of audio, it is not a defect. fineness and softness.
yy You may need to reset the sound effect Press button on the remote control. So you can
mode, after switching the input, sometimes activate Night mode. To cancel it, press button
even after the sound file changed. again.
yy Sound effect order may be different
depending on the regional option. Adjust the REAR LEVEL
You can adjust rear level of Secondary unit on the
REAR usage mode.
R (Rear Level) : -6 dB to 6 dB
Press REAR LEVEL o/p button to adjust the rear
level
 Operating 33

Surround mode
You can enjoy magnificent surround sound for all the
input sound source with rear speakers.
This function turns on or off each time you press
SURROUND button on the remote control.

Surround function ON Surround function OFF

Sound Sound
Input Output Input Output
Effect Effect

2.0 Ch 2.0 Ch

ASC ASC
3

Operating
5.1 Ch 5.1 Ch

2.0 Ch 2.0 Ch

STANDARD STANDARD

5.1 Ch 5.1 Ch

2.0 Ch 2.0 Ch

BASS BASS
BLAST BLAST

5.1 Ch 5.1 Ch

2.0 Ch 2.0 Ch

CINEMA CINEMA

5.1 Ch 5.1 Ch
 34 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

General
PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION

yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer,
DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn them on again.
The unit does not yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV,
work properly. Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again.
yy Previous setting may not be saved when device power is shut off.
Primary unit
yy The power cord is unplugged.
Plug in the power cord.
yy Check whether electricity failed.
Check the outlet condition by operating other electronic devices using the same
No Power wall outlet.
4 Secondary unit
yy The battery is discharged. Recharge the battery.
Troubleshooting

yy Connect the unit to the power supply with the AC adapter.

yy Fully charge the device before using for the first time.
Primary unit
yy Incorrect input source is selected.
Check the input source and select the correct input source.
yy The mute function is activated.
Press (Mute) or adjust the volume level to cancel the mute function.
yy When you are connected to an external device (Set Top Box, Bluetooth device
No sound etc.), adjust volume level of the device.
Secondary unit
yy The unit or Bluetooth device’s volume is set to minimum. Check and adjust the
volume of the unit or Bluetooth device’s volume.
yy Check the connection of secondary unit and a Bluetooth device. (Page 29.)
yy Check the the surround function is turned off. (Page 33.)
yy The power cord of the subwoofer is not connected.
Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
No woofer sound
yy Pairing between the unit and the subwoofer has disconnected.
Connect the unit and the subwoofer. (Page 15.)

yy The remote control is too far from the unit.

Operate the remote control within about 7 m.
The remote control yy There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit.
does not work Remove the obstacle.
properly.
yy The batteries in the remote control have exhausted.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
 Troubleshooting 35

PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION

yy Check connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player or

The AUTO POWER Bluetooth device.
function does not yy Check the state of SIMPLINK on your LG TV and turn off SIMPLINK.
work.
yy Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate.

yy Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.

LG Sound Sync does yy Check the connection of LG Sound Sync (Optical or wireless).
not work.
yy Check the sound setting of your TV and this unit.

The unit does

not connect with yy Turn off the Bluetooth connection lock function. (Page 28.)
Bluetooth device

Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them.
yy 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 feel the yy With the sound bar connected with Player, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT
output sound of the setting on Player Setup Menu from [PCM] to [PRIMARY PASS-THROUGH] or 4
unit is low. [BITSTREAM].

Troubleshooting
yy Change the Audio DRC setting of the connected device setup menu to the [OFF]
state.
yy Make sure Night Mode is not On. Turn [OFF] Night Mode.

NOTES to use wireless

PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION

yy Wireless may not operate normally in weak signal area.

This device may have yy Please install the device close enough to wireless subwoofer.
wireless interference.
yy Do not install the device on metal furniture for optimum performance.

yy When any part of your body makes contact with the transceiver of the Bluetooth
device or sound bar.
yy When there is an obstacle or wall or the device is installed in a secluded spot.
Bluetooth device may yy When there is a device (a wireless LAN, medical equipment or a microwave) using
malfunction or make the same frequency, make the distance between the products as far as possible
noise in the following away from each other.
cases. yy When connecting the device to a Bluetooth device, make the distance between
the products as close as possible.
yy When the device gets too far from the Bluetooth device, the connection is
yy disconnected and the unit may malfunction.
 36 Troubleshooting

NOTES to release Demo mode

PROBLEM CAUSE & CORRECTION

Can not change input source with F button such as yy Unplug the power cord and plug it in again. If that
BT (Bluetooth), HDMI etc. and only [DEMO] indication doesn’t work, press and hold F button (About
is showing in the front display. 15 seconds) on the main unit until the display
indicates current selected function.
Remote Control does not work. (No response)

4
Troubleshooting
 Appendix 37

Trademarks and licenses

All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.

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
Manufactured under license from Dolby their respective owners.
Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition

Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.
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
Digital Surround is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, 5
Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Appendix
 38 Appendix

Specifications
General
Refer to the main label.
Power consumption Networked standby : 1.5 W
(If all network ports are activated.)
yy Model : DA-38A25
AC adapter yy Manufacturer : Asian Power Devices Inc.
yy Input : 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz 1.2 A
yy Output : 25 V 0 1.52 A
Approx. 340 mm x 74 mm x 110 mm With foot
Dimensions (W x H x D)
(In each of Primary unit and Secondary unit)
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %
Available Digital Audio In Sampling
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Frequency
Available Digital Audio In format Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround, PCM

Input/Output
OPTICAL IN (Digital audio in) 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1
HDMI IN 19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
5 HDMI OUT 19 Pin (Type A, HDMI™ connector) x 1
Appendix

Battery (Secondary unit)

Battery capacity 2,600 mAh
Approx. 4 hours .
Operating time It may vary depending on the battery status and operational
conditions.
Less than 3 hours 40 minutes (with AC Adapter).
Charging time It can be varied depending on the conditions of the battery or
operation.

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 3Ω
Rated Input Power 160 W RMS
Max. Input Power 320 W RMS
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 171 mm x 320 mm x 252 mm
 Appendix 39

Amplifier(RMS Output) specifications

SOUND BAR usage mode

320 W RMS
Total (140 W RMS : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)
80 W RMS x 2 (8 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10%)
Front (30 W RMS x 2 : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)
160 W RMS (3 Ω at 80 Hz, THD 10%)
Subwoofer (80 W RMS : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)

REAR usage mode

320 W RMS
Total (140 W RMS : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)
80 W RMS x 1 (8 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10%)
Front (30 W RMS x 1 : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)
80 W RMS x 1 (8 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10%)
Rear (30 W RMS x 1 : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)
160 W RMS (3 Ω at 80 Hz, THD 10%) 5
Subwoofer (80 W RMS : in state of disconnecting AC Adapter from Secondary
unit)

Appendix
PORTABLE usage mode / OFF usage mode (Primary unit)
Total 160 W RMS
Front 80 W RMS x 1 (8 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10%)
Subwoofer 80 W RMS (3 Ω at 80 Hz, THD 10%)

PORTABLE usage mode (Secondary unit)

Total 30 W RMS x 1 (8 Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10%)

yy Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

 40 Appendix

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

yy Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray
near the unit.
yy Wiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.
yy 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
5 strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner,
as these might damage the surface of the unit.
Appendix