OWNER’S MANUAL Wireless Sound Bar Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL GX (GX, SPN5-W) 2104_Rev04 www.lg.com Copyright © 2020-2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Getting Started Safety Information 1 CAUTION Getting Started 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.
Getting Started 3 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION Symbols In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. ~ Refers to alternating current (AC). 0 Refers to direct current (DC). Refers to class II equipment. 1 Refers to stand-by. ! Refers to “ON” (power). Refers to dangerous voltage.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 2 Connecting 2 6 7 8 9 12 13 14 Safety Information Introduction Front panel Rear panel Remote control Speakers position Installing the sound bar Mounting the main unit on a wall 19 19 20 Organizing cables Connecting the AC Adapter Wireless subwoofer (included) and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection – Wireless subwoofer connection – Rear speakers connection (Sold Separately) – Surround sound – How to Affix the Ferrite Core Connecting to
Table of Contents 3 Operating 4 Troubleshooting 35 35 36 36 37 38 38 39 39 39 39 41 41 41 41 Basic operations – USB operation Other operations – Using your TV remote control – AUTO POWER On/Off – Auto function change – Quick Start Using a BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology – About Bluetooth – Bluetooth profiles – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device – Controls connected Bluetooth device – Bluetooth connection lock (BT LOCK) Using BLUETOOTH App – Install “LG Sound Bar” App onto Your BLUETOOTH Device – A
Getting Started Introduction 1 Symbol used in this manual Getting Started ,,Note Indicates special notes and operating features. >>Caution Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.
Getting Started 7 Front panel 1 Getting Started 1 (Standby) -- Switches the unit ON or OFF. F (Function) -- Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly. Input source / Function Display Optical ARC A e-ARC OPT/HDMI ARC LG Sound Sync (Wired) Bluetooth BT LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV HDMI IN HDMI USB USB o/p (Volume) -- Adjusts volume level. B Remote sensor C Display Window -- Display window will be darkened automatically if there is no key input for 15 seconds.
Getting Started Rear panel 1 Getting Started A DC IN -- Connect to the AC adapter. B USB Port -- Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the right side of the unit. C OPTICAL IN -- Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV. D HDMI IN -- Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device. You can enjoy the sound and picture from HDMI connection on an external device.
Getting Started 9 Remote control Replacement of Battery Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. a b 1 (Standby) -- Switches the unit ON or OFF. VOL (Volume) o/p -- Adjusts speaker volume. C/V (Skip/Search) c -- Press C or V to go to next or previous file. -- Press and hold C or V during playback and release it at the point you want. N (Play/Pause) -- Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
Getting Started SOUND EFFECT -- Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT. 1 Getting Started e On Display Description AI SOUND PRO Analyzes the property of the input sound and provides the sound optimized for the content in real time. BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ Reinforces the bass and powerful sound. STANDARD You can enjoy optimized sound. MOVIE You can enjoy more immersive and cinematic surround sound. MUSIC You can enjoy more good sound for music source.
Getting Started 11 J (Information) -- You can display various information of the input source by pressing J. i -- BT (Bluetooth): Connected Bluetooth device name 1 -- USB: File information contained on a USB.
Getting Started Speakers position 1 Getting Started b a b c d a Center speaker b Front speakers c Subwoofer d Rear speakers d , You can enjoy surround sound by using Wireless Rear Speaker kit. Wireless Rear Speakers Kit sold separately (SPK8-S).
Getting Started 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. You can place the wireless subwoofer anywhere in your room. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the main unit. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce the wall reflections. For the best surround sound, place the speakers as shown below.
Getting Started Mounting the main unit on a wall 1 You can mount the main unit on a wall. Getting Started Install the wall mount bracket on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. If you are attaching the unit to other building materials, please contact qualified personnel to install the wall mount. Only use the wall mount bracket supplied with this unit. Attach the cables to the unit first, then attach the unit to the mount.
Getting Started Preparation materials Unit 4. Fix the brackets with screws as shown in the illustration below. For more information of fixing the screws, refer to the page 16. Wall bracket Screws 5. Fix the hooks of the unit on the brackets as shown below. 1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to the position. ,,Note To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order. 2. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use the wall plugs.
Getting Started How to fix anchors and screws (For installation on concrete wall) 1 5. Tighten screws for fixing the wall mount to the holes. At this time, tighten the screws to a torque 12 kgf/cm 1. 1. Drill holes in anchor locations with a drill bit of Ø 6 mm to a depth of 40 mm to 45 mm. Getting Started Wall mounting screw 2. Clean the drilled holes. 3. Insert the enclosed anchors for fixing the wall mount into the holes. (Use a hammer when inserting anchors.) Wall mounting anchor 4.
Getting Started >>Caution yy When you mount the unit on the wall, fix it carefully so as not to drop. yy Professional installers should read this manual carefully to ensure proper installation. yy Professional installers should forward this manual to customers after installation and encourage them to read and store it in a convenient place for future reference. yy After reading the installation manual, keep it in a convenient place for future reference.
Getting Started >>Caution 1 yy Do not install the product with bare hands. Be sure to wear work gloves. Attempting installation without work gloves may cause personal injury. Installing the stand Fix the hooks of the unit on the stands as shown below. Getting Started yy Do not install this unit upside down. It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury. yy Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid any impact to the unit.
Connecting 19 Organizing cables You can organize the cable with cable ties. Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the unit to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter. 1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter. ,,Note 3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. yy After all connections are completed, you can arrange cables as needed. yy We recommend to use the HDMI cable supplied with this unit. If another HDMI cable is used, it may not be possible to arrange it with this unit.
Connecting Wireless subwoofer (included) and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection 2 Manually pairing wireless subwoofer When your connection is not completed, you can check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve the problem, follow the steps below. 1. Press PAIRING on the rear of the wireless subwoofer. Wireless subwoofer connection Connecting LED indicator of wireless subwoofer LED Color Status Green (Blink) The connection is trying.
Connecting 21 ,,Note yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make sounds. yy The closer the main unit and the subwoofer, the better sound quality. It is recommended to install the main unit and the subwoofer as close as possible and avoid the cases below. Rear speakers connection (Sold Separately) Connecting the rear speakers 1.
Connecting >>Caution yy Use the speaker supplied with this unit only. Using any other speaker may cause malfunction. yy Be sure to match the speaker cable to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and – to –. If the cables are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass. 2 Manually pairing wireless receiver When your connection is not completed, you can see the red LED on the wireless receiver and rear speakers are not made sound. To solve the problem, follow the below steps.
Connecting 23 Surround function ON Sound Effect Input Output No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MOVIE 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MUSIC 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more Connecting 7.
Connecting Surround function OFF Sound Effect Input 2.0 Ch 2 AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch Connecting 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MOVIE 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MUSIC 5.1 Ch 7.
Connecting 25 How to Affix the Ferrite Core Ferrite core may not be provided depending on each nation’s regulations. Affix the Ferrite Core for speaker cables You must affix a ferrite core in order to reduce or eliminate electrical interference. 1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open. 3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks. yy The wireless receiver will automatically switch to standby mode in a few minutes after the sound bar is turned off.
Connecting 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 2 Connecting 1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an OPTICAL cable. LG Sound Sync You can control some functions of this unit by your TV’s remote control with LG Sound Sync. It is compatible with the LG TV that is supported LG Sound Sync.
Connecting 27 LG Sound Sync with wired connection 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an optical cable. LG Sound Sync with wireless connection 1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1. 2. Select the LG TV function by pressing F repeatedly. Optical cable 3. Turn on the unit by pressing 1. 4. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by pressing F repeatedly. You can see “LGOPT” on the display window if connecting normally between this unit and your TV.
Connecting 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. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV using an HDMI cable. 2 Connecting HDMI cable 2. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by pressing F repeatedly.
Connecting 29 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/off, volume up/down, etc. 2 Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of SIMPLINK function. Connecting LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as shown above.
Connecting Additional information for HDMI HDMI cable Checklist yy When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following: Some HDMI cables have poor signal transmission, which can cause problems with sound and video transmission. - Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this unit. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this unit. 2 - The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.
Connecting 31 Optional equipment connection DOLBY ATMOS® What is DOLBY ATMOS®? 2 Connecting Dolby Atmos gives you amazing experience you’ve never before by overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound. DTS:X® What is DTS:X® In the real world, sound is all around us, moving freely in any direction. DTS:X® is immersed in this natural, multi-dimensional sound experience as we go about our daily lives.
Connecting HDMI IN connection OPTICAL IN connection You can enjoy the sound from the external device which is connected to HDMI IN jack on this unit. Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPTICAL IN jack. Optical cable 2 Connecting To the optical output jack of external device 1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to optical out jack of your external device. To the Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. 1.
Connecting 33 USB connection USB device requirement Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the right side of the unit. yy Devices which require additional program installation connected to a computer, are not supported. yy Do not extract the USB device while in operation. yy For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a few minutes to be searched. For more information of playing files on a USB, refer to the page 35. Removing the USB Device from the unit. 1. Choose a different function/mode.
Connecting Playable file Sampling Frequency MP3: WMA: OGG: FLAC: 2 within 32 to 48 kHz within 32 to 48 kHz within 32 to 48 kHz 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (16 bit/ 24 bit) WAV: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (16 bit/ 24 bit) ,,Note yy Folders and files on the USB are recognized as below.
Operating 35 Basic operations USB operation yy Repeat/Random playback operates as follows. 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port. 2. Select the USB function by pressing F repeatedly. To Playback Pause ,,Note yy The resume point may be cleared when you pull out the power cord or removing the USB device from the unit. Do this Press N on the remote control. During playback, press N on the remote control.
Operating Other operations Using your TV remote control You can control some functions of this unit by your TV remote control even by other company’s product. Controllable functions are volume up/down and mute. Press and hold SOUND EFFECT on the remote control for about 3 seconds. “ON - TV REMOTE” appears and you can control this unit by your TV remote control. 3 To check the status of this function, press and hold SOUND EFFECT on the remote control.
Operating 37 AUTO POWER On/Off This unit automatically turns on by an input source: Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth. When you turn on your TV or an external device connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input signal and selects the suitable function. You can hear the sound from your device. If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this unit turns on and the unit will be connected to your Bluetooth device.
Operating Auto function change Quick Start This unit recognizes input signals such as Optical, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth and LG TV and then changes suitable function automatically. This unit can stay in standby mode with low power consumption, so that the unit can reduce boot time when you turn on this unit. When optical signal comes in To turn on this function, press 1 on the unit for 3 seconds when the unit is turned on.
Operating 39 Using a BLUETOOTH Wireless 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. yy Available Devices: Smart phone, MP3, Notebook, etc. yy Version: 4.0 yy Codec: SBC, AAC Bluetooth profiles In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, devices must be able to interpret certain profiles.
Operating 4. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED” [ your device’s name [ “BT” appears on the display window. ,,Note yy If it is unavailable to display device name on the unit, “-” will be displayed. yy To check the connected device’s name, press J on the remote control. The connected Bluetooth device’s name is displayed. 5. Listen to music. 3 To play music in your Bluetooth device, refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Operating 41 Controls connected Bluetooth device You can control the connected Bluetooth device from the unit; play, pause, skip, volume. ,,Note yy Only Android OS and iOS is available to use this function. yy This function may not be supported depending on the Bluetooth device or some of TV operated differently. Using BLUETOOTH App ,,Note yy Only Android OS is available to use “LG Sound Bar” app with this unit. yy Additional data charges may apply according to your internet environment or mobile plan.
Operating Install “LG Sound Bar” App through “Google Android Market (Google Play Store)” 1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play Store)” icon. 2. In the search bar, type in the “LG Sound Bar” and search it. 3. In the search result list, find and tap “LG Sound Bar” to start downloading Bluetooth app. ,,Note yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is connected to the Internet. 3 Operating yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is equipped with “Google Android Market (Google Play Store)”.
Troubleshooting 43 Troubleshooting General Symptoms Cause & Solution 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 work properly. yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again. yy Previous setting may not be saved when device power is shut off. No Power yy The power cord is unplugged.
Troubleshooting Symptoms Cause & Solution The unit does not connect yy Turn off the Bluetooth connection lock function. (Page 41) with 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 output sound of the unit is low.
Troubleshooting 45 NOTES to release Demo mode Symptoms Can not change input source with F such as BT (Bluetooth), HDMI etc. and only [DEMO] indication is showing in the front display. Remote Control does not work. (No response) Cause & Solution Unplug the power cord and plug it in again. If that doesn’t work, after setting the volume to 2, press and hold F (About 5 seconds) on the main unit until the display indicates current selected function.
Appendix Trademarks and licenses All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG Electronics is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are Trademarks of dolby Laboratories.
Appendix 47 Specifications General Power consumption AC adapter Refer to the main label on the unit. yy Model: DA-50F25 yy Manufacturer: Asian Power Devices Inc. yy Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz yy Output: 25 V 0 2 A Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 1446.0 mm x 150.0 mm x 32.5 mm (56.9 inch x 5.9 inch x 1.3 inch) Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % Bus Power Supply (USB) 5 V 0 500 mA Available Digital Input Audio Sampling Frequency 32 kHz, 44.
Appendix Wireless subwoofer Power requirements Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Power consumption Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Type 1 Way 1 Speaker Impedance 3Ω Rated Input Power 220 W RMS Max. Input Power 440 W RMS Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 180.0 mm x 394.0 mm x 290.0 mm (7.0 inch x 15.5 inch x 11.4 inch) SPK8-S (SPK8-S, S78S1-S), Sold Separately Wireless receiver 5 Power requirements Refer to the main label on the wireless receiver.
Appendix 49 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.
