ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL Sound Bar System Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. NB4530A (NB4530A, S43A1-D) NB4530A-NE_BARELLK_ENG.
1 Getting Started 2 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 This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. Safety way to remove the battery or 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 2 Connecting 2 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 8 8 9 9 10 Safety Information Unique features – Auto power down – Portable In – Speaker ez (easy) setup – LG Sound Sync Introduction – Symbols used in this manual Accessories Remote control Front panel Rear panel Installing the sound bar Installing the cover foot Mounting the main unit on a wall 12 12 12 13 13 14 Connecting the AC adapter Setting up – Pairing wireless subwoofer Connecting to your TV – Using an
Table of Contents 3 Operating 4 Troubleshooting 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 22 22 22 23 24 25 Basic operations – USB operation Other operations – DRC (Dynamic Range Control) – AV Sync – Turn off the sound temporarily – Displaying file and input source – AUTO POWER On/Off – Auto power down – Sleep timer setting – LG Sound Sync Using Bluetooth® technology – Listening to music stored on the Bluetooth devices Sound adjustment – Setting the surround mode – Auto volume On/Off – Adjust the woofer level settings Con
Getting Started Unique features 1 Auto power down Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Getting Started This unit supports to turn off by itself for saving energy consumption. Portable In Listen to music from your portable device.
Getting Started Remote control 7 • • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • 1 (Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF. FUNCTION : Selects the function and the input source. OPTICAL : Changes input source to OPTICAL directly. 1 Getting Started W/S FOLDER : Searches for a folder of MP3/WMA files. When a USB containing MP3/WMA files in several folders is being played, press W/S FOLDER to select the folder you want to play. MUTE @ : Mutes the sound. VOL +/- : Adjusts speaker volume.
Getting Started Front panel 1 Getting Started A 1/! B - / + (Volume -/+) Adjusts volume level. C T (Play/Pause) D I (Stop) E F (Function) Selects the function and input source. F Display window >>Caution Precautions in using the touch buttons yy Use the touch buttons with clean and dry hands. - I n a humid environment, wipe out any moisture on the touch buttons before using. yy Do not press the touch buttons hard to make it work.
Getting Started Installing the sound bar 9 Installing the cover foot 1 Getting Started 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 - 20) 1. Turn the unit upside down. 2. Place the cover foot on the bottom of the unit to match screw holes with those on the unit. 3. Fix it with screws as shown in the illustration above.
Getting Started Mounting the main unit on a wall 1 Getting Started You can mount the main unit on a wall. Detach the cover foot of the unit, keep the detached cover foot for later installation and use the screws to hang the unit on the wall. 2. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall Mount Bracket Installation Template with the bottom of TV and attach to the position. TV Prepare shaft wall mount and bracket. Unit Wall Mount Bracket Installation Template Wall bracket Shaft wall mount 3.
Getting Started 4. Remove the Wall Mount Bracket Installation Template. 5. Fix it with screws as shown in the illustration below. 11 >>Caution yy Do not install this unit upside down. It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury. yy Secure the unit firmly to the wall so that it does not fall off. If the unit falls off, it may result in an injury or damage to the product.
Connecting 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. 2 3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. Setting up Pairing wireless subwoofer LED indicator of wireless subwoofer Connecting LED Color Status Yellow The wireless subwoofer is receiving the signal of the unit. Yellow (blink) The wireless subwoofer is trying to connect. Red The Wireless subwoofer is in standby mode.
Connecting ,,Note yy If you operate main unit then wireless subwoofer sound within a few seconds in standby mode. yy Set the distance between this unit and wireless subwoofer within 10 m (32 ft.). 13 ,,Note You can enjoy the TV sound through the speakers of this unit. But in the case of some TV models, you must select external speakers state of the TV on the menu. (For details, refer to your TV user manual.
Connecting Connecting with this unit and TV using an HDMI cable If you connect with this unit and TV that supports HDMI CEC and ARC (Auto Return Channel) , you can enjoy the TV sound through the speakers of this unit without connecting optical cable. 2 HDMI cable Checklist Some HDMI cables do not support the ARC function, sound output can cause problems. When connecting this unit and the TV is there no sound or sound in the event of interruption and noise, there is a problem with the HDMI cable.
Connecting 1. Link the devices through HDMI Cable TV : HDMI IN (ARC) port Audio : HDMI OUT port 15 3. Select the Speaker TV : Press ‘Input’ button on your TV remote control D HDMI CEC D should be ON D Select your speaker that you want to enjoy. ※ LG TV : Press ‘Input’ or ‘Simplink’ button on your TV remote. D Simplink must be ‘ON’ at Simplink setting D Change the speaker from ‘TV Speaker’ to ‘HT(S) Speaker’ or ‘External Speaker (Optical / HDMI ARC)’ 2 Connecting 2.
Connecting ARC (Audio Return Channel) function Additional information for HDMI The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit. yy When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following: To use this function : 2 -- Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set to On. Connecting -- The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may differ depending on the TV.
Connecting ,,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. yy Changing the resolution when the connection has already been established may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the player and then turn it on again. yy If there are noises or lines on the screen, please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft).
Connecting Optional equipment connection For enjoying both sound and picture You can enjoy both sound and picture from the external device you connect. HDMI connection 2 For enjoying sound only Connecting You can enjoy the sound from the external device you connect. Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. 1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device such as Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. To the Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. 1.
Connecting PORT. (Portable) IN connection 19 OPTICAL IN connection Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPT. IN jack. 2 Connecting To the digital optical output jack of external device 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.
Connecting USB playback Compatible USB devices Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit. yy MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player. With the unit on the wall, you can connect USB more easily using supplied USB cable. yy The USB function of this unit does not support some USB devices. yy USB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB1.1. USB device requirement yy Devices which require additional program installation connected to a computer, are not supported.
Operating 21 Basic operations Other operations USB operation DRC (Dynamic Range Control) 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port. 2. Select the USB function by pressing FUNCTION. 3. Select a file you want to play by pressing C or V. To Stop Playback Pause Do this Make the sound clear when the volume is turned down (Dolby Digital only). Set to [DRC ON] by using DRC. AV Sync Press d/M. When receiving audio signals from TV, sound and images may not be matched.
Operating AUTO POWER On/Off Auto power down Before operating this function, make sure that you have selected OPTICAL and turn on the AUTO POWER. This unit will be off itself to save electric consumption in the case main unit is not connected to external device and is not used for 25 minutes. This function automatically turns on/off the unit when you turn on/off the external device (TV, DVD Player, Blu-ray Disc Player, etc.) connected to this unit by the optical cable.
Operating 23 LG Sound Sync With wired connection 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an optical digital cable. 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. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo on your TV. Controllable function by LG TV's remote control : Volume up/down, mute Optical cable Refer to the TV's instruction manual for the details of LG Sound Sync.
Operating With wireless connection 1. Set up LG Sound Sync (Wireless) on the TV. Refer to the TV's instruction manual. Using Bluetooth® technology 2. Turn on the unit. 3. Select LG TV function. "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. ,,Note Once LG TV function is selected, the unit connects automatically the TV which is connected lately when restarting.
Operating 25 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 the FUNCTION. Appears “BT” and then “BT READY” in display window. 3. Enter the PIN code. PIN code : 0000 4.
Operating Sound adjustment Setting the surround mode This system has a number of pre-set surround sound fields. You can select a desired sound mode by using SOUND EFFECT. The displayed items for the equalizer may be different depending on sound sources and effects. On Display NATURAL 3 BYPASS Operating BASS CLRVOICE Description You can enjoy comfortable and natural sound. You can enjoy the sound without equalizer effect. The BASS is Bass Blast.
Operating 27 Controlling a TV with the supplied remote control You can control your TV using the buttons below. AV/INPUT VOL + PR/CH VOL - PR/CH Operation MUTE@ Turn the TV’s volume on or off. AV/INPUT Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources. 1 (TV POWER) Turn the TV on or off. VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV. PR/CH W/S Scan up or down through memorized channels. You can operate your TV with the supplied remote control.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting PROBLEM No Power No sound No display CAUSE & CORRECTION yy The power cord is unpluged. Plug in the power cord. yy Check the condition by operating other electronic devices. 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 The LCD OFF function is activated. Press SLEEP to cancel the function.
Appendix 29 Trademarks and licenses Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS 2.0 Channel is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Appendix Specifications General AC adapter requirements Refer to the main label on the unit. Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit. Dimensions (W x H x D) (1,038 x 35.4 x 75) mm Net Weight (Approx.) 2.3 kg Operating temperature 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C) Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % Bus Power Supply DC 5 V 0 500 mA Input/Output OPTICAL IN 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1 PORT. IN 0.5 Vrms (3.
Appendix 31 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.
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