SMART Hi-Fi AUDIO Wireless Multi-room Model : N P8350 / NP8350B NP8350W / NP8350D ENGLISH | OWNER’S MANUAL Please read this manual carefully before operating your speaker and retain it for future reference. www.lg.com Copyright © 2015-2017 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 CAUTION when using this product in environments of low humidity yy It may cause static electricity in environments of low humidity. yy It is recommended to use this product after touching any metal object which conducts electricity. 1 Getting Started 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 2 6 6 6 7 Safety Information Main Features Accessories Introduction Product Overview 2 Connecting 8 8 8 8 Charging the Unit – Checking the charging status Initial Multi-Room Setup – Wireless connection (Standard Wireless Connection) Installing “Music Flow Player” App – Starting with Music Flow Player app Connecting the speaker to your Home Network – Simple Connection (EZ Setup) – Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Metho
Table of Contents 5 Appendix 49 49 50 51 52 52 File requirement Trademarks and Licenses About Status LED’s Condition Specifications Handling the Speaker Important Information Relating to Network Services TERMS OF USE 53 5 1 2 3 4 5 Some of the content in this manual may differ from Music Flow Player app depending on the application’s version.
Getting Started Main Features 1 Getting Started Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android device Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Enjoys music from iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android device with simple connection. Portable In Listens to music from your portable device. Music Flow Player application Listens to music stored on your smart device. You can control this speaker with your iPod touch/ iPhone/iPad or Android device via Music Flow Player app.
Getting Started 7 Product Overview 1 Getting Started a 1/! (Standby/On) f b F (Function): Selects the function and input source. (Wi-Fi): Connects initial Music Flow product to your network wirelessly. (page 12) g (Add): Adds additional Music Flow products to your network. (In case one or more Music Flow products are connected) h (Portable Input): Connects the external device. c -/+ (Volume) d (Play/Pause) : Starts playback or pauses playback.
Connecting Charging the Unit This unit uses built-in battery. Before using it, charge the battery by connecting the AC Adapter. Initial Multi-Room Setup Wireless connection (Standard Wireless Connection) Music Flow products offer music streaming service within home router’s Wi-Fi coverage. 2 Connecting Connect one of the your speaker to the home router wirelessly. Then you can connect the additional Music Flow products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly.
Connecting Installing “Music Flow Player” App 9 Through QR code Install “Music Flow Player” app through QR code. Scan the QR code using the scanning application. Through Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store” 1. Tap the Apple “App Store” icon or Google “Play Store” icon. 2 Connecting 2. Type in “Music Flow Player” in the search bar and tap “Search”. 3. Select “Music Flow Player” in the search result list to download.
Connecting Starting with Music Flow Player app 3. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker you’ve purchased. When you launch Music Flow Player app for the first time, the terms of use and Chromecast Service appear on the screen. 1. Check the contents of terms of use and select [Accept]. 2 Connecting Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home Network” on page 11.
Connecting Connecting the speaker to your Home Network Please refer to the documentation for your network device for further instructions. yy Make sure that wireless network environment using a router is installed at your home. yy Make sure that the speaker and the smart device are connected to the same router. Requirements yy Wireless router yy Smart device (Android or iOS) Simple Connection (EZ Setup) Preparation yy For Simple Connection, Wi-Fi network condition is needed.
Connecting 3. If the network password is set, security screen is displayed. Type the password. Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android) Connection overview Broadband service 2 Connecting 4. After typing password, tap [Next]. 5. Tap [Finish] to finish making the connection.
Connecting 1. Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet. The F (Function) LED starts to blink white. 13 5. Then select [Next] on the screen. 2. On your smart device, launch Music Flow Player app. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker. 2 3. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen. 4. Press the button on the side of the speaker. Then F (Function) LED blinks white and red alternately. Connecting 6.
Connecting 7. Then select [Next] on the screen. (If there is an update) 9. This application is checking the Version of software of your speaker and then shows the version. 2 Connecting Select [Next] after checking the version information. ,,Note If the speaker fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the speaker closer to your router and try again. 8. Select [Finish] to complete the connection.
Connecting Connecting the speaker to your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (iOS) Connection overview 15 1. Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet. The F (Function) LED starts to blink white. 2. On your smart device, launch Music Flow Player app. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker. Broadband service 2 Connecting Router 3. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen.
Connecting 4. Press the button on the side of the speaker. Then F (Function) LED blinks white and red alternately. 6. On your iOS device, go to iOS setting -> WiFi setting and select “MusicFlow_Setup” to connect. 2 Connecting 5. Then select [Next] on the screen. ,,Note yy If “MusicFlow_Setup” is not on the list, scan for available Wi-Fi networks again. yy When your smart device is connected to “MusicFlow_Setup”, you cannot use the internet.
Connecting 7. If you have a password for your network, the security screen appears on your smart device. Enter your password. 17 10. Select [Finish] to complete the connection. 2 8. Then select [Next] on the screen. 9. Then select [Next] on the screen. Connecting ,,Note If the speaker fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the speaker closer to your router and try again.
Connecting Notes on Network Connection yy Many network connection problems during set up can often be fixed by re-setting the router. After connecting the speaker to the home network, quickly power off and/or disconnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem. Then power on and/or connect the power cable again.
Connecting Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional) 19 1. Connect the speaker (Main) to your network. Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home network” on page 13. 2. On your smart device, select the Music Flow Player app. Tap the button. You can enjoy the music with multiple speakers and single smart device you have. Requirements 2 Connecting yy Wireless router yy Smart device (Android or iOS) yy Another speaker ,,Note Signal interference may lead to stop playback. 3.
Connecting 4. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen. 7. Then select [Next] on the screen. 5. Select [Wired connection] on the screen. 8. Select [Finish] to complete the connection. 2 Connecting 6. Connect one end of the LAN cable to the speaker’s ETHERNET port and connect the other end to your wireless router. Wait a moment until the LED indicator stops blinking and stays white.
Connecting Connecting the additional speaker to your network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android) 21 1. Connect the speaker (Main) to your network. Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home network” on page 13. 2. On your smart device, select the Music Flow Player app. Tap the button. Connection overview Broadband service 2 Connecting Router LAN cable 3. Select the [Add Speaker] on the side menu.
Connecting 4. Select the product you want to connect and tap [Next] on the screen. 7. Then select the [Next] on the screen. 5. Select [Wireless connection] on the screen. 8. Select [Finish] to complete the connection. 2 Connecting 6. Press the ADD button on the rear of the speaker (Add). Then Network status LED blinks red. ,,Note Speakers may be not connected if the distance between the Sound Bar (Main) connected by LAN cable and the speaker (Add) to be connected is too far.
Connecting 23 Using the Bridge 3. Select the [Add Speaker] on the side menu. Bridge (R1) extends a range of use of speakers. Please purchase it separately if you want to use. Use as a root device (wired to the home router) 2 When your home router is located too far from any speaker location that is to be connected via wired mode, connect the Bridge (R1) to your home router with LAN cable. 4. Select the [Bridge] and tap [Next] on the screen. Bridge (R1) 1.
Connecting 6. Select [Finish] to complete the connection. Use as a wireless extender If there is at least one speaker with wired connection to the router When you want to expand Music Flow mesh network coverage, add the Bridge (R1) to your home network. 2 Connecting 7. Connect the speaker to Bridge (R1). Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)” on page 21. Bridge (R1) 1.
Connecting 25 3. Select the [Add Speaker] on the side menu. 6. Follow the instruction on Music Flow Player app and tap [Next] on the screen. 2 Connecting 4. Select the Bridge and tap [Next] on the screen. 7. Select [Finish] to complete the connection. 5. Select [Wireless connection] and tap [Next] on the screen. 8. Connect the speaker to Bridge (R1). Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)” on page 21.
Connecting 2 ,,Note Using Media Server for PC yy You might close firewalls and Anti-Virus programs on your PC while installing Music Flow PC Software. Media server Software allows users to access audio files stored in media server and enjoy them on this speaker via home networking. yy The Music Flow PC Software is a customized software edition only for sharing files and folders to this speaker. Before connecting to PC to play a file, Media server Software should be installed on your PC.
Connecting 27 Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials for Mac OS System requirements (Macintosh) About Nero MediaHome Essentials yy Hard drive space: 200 MB hard drive space for a typical installation of Nero MediaHome standalone Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials is a software for sharing video, audio and photo files stored on your computer to this speaker as a digital media server. 1. Start up your computer, visit http://www.lg.com. If necessary, select your region. 2. Click support tab.
Operating Basic Operations Using 1/! button Power On Press the 1/! button. Standby mode Press and hold the 1/! button for 5 seconds. (page 44) 3 ,,Note Operating The speaker switches to the standby mode if there is no music playback or no button operation for 20 minutes. Changing the mode When turning on the speaker, you can change the mode. Press F (Function) button repeatedly, the mode is changed with status LED.
Operating 29 Overview of Home menu Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. Edit the Online streaming Service list 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. 2. Tap the [EDIT] menu. 3 Operating a Menu button -Displays side menu bar. b My Songs - Displays music list on your phone. Streaming Services – Displays the online c services. You can enjoy the online radio and music.
Operating Overview of the side menu Playing a song 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. 2. Tap the 2. Tap the button. button. 3 Operating 3. Side menu appears. a Home – Displays the Home menu. My Phone – Displays the songs on this smart b device. c Music Server – Displays the songs on the connected devices (Media server). Streaming Services – Displays the online d services.
Operating 5. Select the desired song. Then selected song is displayed and played. 31 Managing a playlist On an album screen, tap the [ ] of the desired song. The pull down menu appears. ,,Note 3 Operating If the speaker is not selected, the selecting speaker pop-up appears. Select a desired speaker. a Play next – Selects music to play next. b Add to queue – Adds to queue list. c Add to playlist – Adds to a desired playlist.
Operating Overview of Playback Selecting Sound effect You can confirm and adjust various information on the playback screen. This speaker has a number of pre-set surround sound fields. You can select a desired sound mode by tapping [ ]. The displayed items for the equalizer may be different depending on sound sources and effects. 1. During playback, tap the [ ] as below. 3 Operating a Displays the speaker that music plays through. Displays current playing music. b - Repeats the desired contents.
Operating 33 Sound Effect Description Group Playback Standard You can enjoy optimized sound. Bass The Bass is Bass Blast. During playback, reinforce the treble, bass and surround sound effect. You can group multiple speakers linked to the Music Flow Player app and play the same music through all the connected speakers in the same group. Flat Provides balanced sound. Boost Boosts the mid-range for sound reinforcement. Treble / Bass Reinforces the treble and bass.
Operating 1. Select [Connected Speakers] on the side menu of Music Flow Player app. 3 Operating 2. Connected speakers appear. Select the [ ] on the speaker desired song plays through. 3. Grouping option appears. Tap the checkbox to select the speaker you want to play with. Then select [OK]. 4. The speakers is ready to group playback. ,,Note yy If the speakers are not grouped, you can enjoy different music on each speaker. yy It is recommended to connect less than 5 devices for the smooth playback.
Operating 35 Seamless playback You can easily change the playing speaker from your smart device or the speaker to the another speaker without pause. Changing playing speaker from a smart device to a speaker ,,Note yy It is not supported when you go out of the house with your smart device. yy Wi-Fi function on smart device must be turned on. yy If the source is Portable In and Bluetooth, seamless play is not supported. (Media server and online streaming service are supported).
Operating Changing the active speaker to a different speaker without a pause Setting the Speaker with Music Flow Player app With Music Flow Player app, you can set the connected speaker in your smart device. ,,Note yy For more detailed instruction about Music Flow Player app, switch on the [User Guide] in [Settings] > [General] on the side menu. yy Some of the content in this part may differ from Music Flow Player app depending on the application’s version.
Operating 37 Overview of setting menu [General] Menu 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. Sets for easier use of the speaker. 2. Select [Settings] on the side menu. Lock Screen Setting (Android only) This function allows you to display the Music Flow Player on the lock screen. (Lock screen setting is [ON] by default.) ,,Note [Lock Screen Setting] may differ from Music Flow Player app depending on the Android’s version. User Guide a General – Sets for easier use of the speaker.
Operating [Speakers] Menu [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu You can adjust speakers connected to your network. Turns on and off the speaker at a designated time. Alarms Speaker will let you know when it is time. Deletes selected alarm. Adds new alarm. Sleep Timer Sets a time to automatically turn off the speaker. 1. Select the speaker to set timer on [Sleep Timer] in the [Alarms/Sleep Timer] menu. 3 Operating a b c d e f g h a Rename – Renames the speaker.
Operating 39 [Account management] Menu Manages online streaming service. [Time Zone] Menu Automatic Time zone It offers to use network provided time. Set Time Zone [Advanced Settings] Menu Mesh Network Channel If normal playback or group playback is not smooth using multiple speakers including wireless speaker connection, changed the mesh network channel to improve network speed. 1. Select the [Settings] -> [Advanced Settings] option.
Operating Mesh Network direct connection (Android only) You can directly connect the smart device to speaker connected your home network. When your smart device is placed in a position where it cannot connect to the home network, select a nearby speaker in the [Mesh Network direct connection] list and then connect the smart device to the speaker.
Operating Sensitivity Settings [Chromecast] Menu Sets the operating distance of Auto Music Play between the speaker and your smart device to adjust sensitivity of Bluetooth. Learn how to cast 41 Shows how to use Chromecast. Chromecast enabled apps Shows available apps on Chromecast. Cast Groups Select [Learn about Cast Groups] or [How to cast to a group] to show the selected information. ,,Note -- Place your smart device close enough to the tag on the speaker.
Operating [Version Info.] Menu Updates the speaker to the latest version. App version info. Displays the current application’s version. Device version info. Updates the latest speaker’s firmware version. 1. Find the speakers need to update and tap the [ ]. Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology About Bluetooth Bluetooth® is wireless communication technology for short range connection.
Operating 43 1. Plug the speaker into an electrical outlet. Press F button on the speaker to select bluetooth mode. Then F (Function) LED starts to blink with Blue. 2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the pairing operation. When searching for this speaker on your Bluetooth device, a list of the devices found may appear in the Bluetooth device display depending on the type of Bluetooth device. Your speaker appears as “Music Flow H4 (XX:XX)”. 3. Select the “Music Flow H4 (XX:XX)”. ,,Note 4.
Operating Listening to Music from Your External Device The speaker can be used to listen to the music from many types of external device. 1. Connect the external device to the PORTABLE IN on the speaker. Standby mode The speaker switches to the standby mode if there is no music playback or no button operation. Standby mode Option 1. If network is disconnected and there is no music playback and no button operation for 20 minutes, the speaker switches to the standby mode.
Operating 45 Reset the Speaker If the speaker is not turned on or doesn’t respond, reset the speaker. Resetting the speaker button until you hear yy Press and hold the the beep sound once. Then all wireless network ports are deactivated and the stored wireless network information is deleted. button until you hear the yy Press and hold the beep sound twice. You can reset the speaker to its original factory settings. Press and hold the button for 8 seconds to delete the stored network information.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptoms Cause & Solution The unit does not work properly. yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn it on again. yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again. 4 The power does not turn on. yy The battery is discharged. Recharge the battery.
Troubleshooting 47 Network Symptoms Cause & Solution Cannot connect the speaker to your home network. The wireless communication may be interrupted from household devices that are using radio frequencies. Move the speaker away from them. Media servers are not displayed on the device list. yy The firewall or anti-virus software on your media server is running. Turn off the firewall or anti-virus software running on your media server. I cannot group speakers.
Troubleshooting Application and PC Software Symptoms Cause & Solution Music Flow Player app doesn’t work properly. Does an error occur when accessing the app? yy Make sure that your smart device is compatible with the app. yy Make sure that the Music Flow Player app is the latest version. yy Make sure that the speaker’s front LED turns from red to white. Music Flow PC Software doesn’t work properly.
Appendix 49 File requirement Available File extensions : “.mp3”, “.wma”, “.flac”, “.m4a”, “.aac”, “.ogg”, “.wav” Trademarks and Licenses Sampling frequency : within 32 to 48 kHz (mp3, wma), up to 192 kHz/24 bit (flac) Bit rate : up to 320 kbps (mp3, wma) yy The file requirements are not always compatible. There may have some restrictions by file features and media server’s ability. yy Some wav files are not supported on this speaker.
Appendix About Status LED’s Condition Bluetooth Condition Color Waiting for Bluetooth pairing Blinks Bluetooth paired Portable In Condition Color Portable cable is connected Network Condition Color Waiting for network connection Blinks Connected The initial unit is being connected to the network ( button is pressed) Blinks 5 The additional unit is being connected to the network ( button is pressed) Blinks Appendix Network standby mode (Battery : Charging) Network standby mode (Battery :
Appendix 51 Specifications General Power Supply Power consumption 12 V 0 1.0 A (AC Adapter) Built-in rechargeable battery 12 W Networked standby : 3.7 W (If all network ports are activated.) Dimensions (W x H x D) Model : WA-12M12FN Manufacturer: Yang Ming Industrial Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz Output: 12 V 0 1.0 A 194 mm x 64 mm x 70 mm (without foot) Net Weight (Approx.) 0.8 kg Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % AC adapter Inputs PORTABLE IN 400 mVrms (3.
Appendix Handling the Speaker When shipping the speaker Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the speaker, for maximum protection, re-pack the speaker 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 speaker. yy Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface. yy Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the speaker for a long period of time.
Appendix 53 TERMS OF USE or any part of the Services where we consider it reasonably necessary for technical, operational, security, legal or regulatory reasons. These Terms of Use apply to those individuals and groups who use LG’s Multiroom Speaker (LG Mutiroom Speaker), any software(s) associated with LG Multiroom Speaker, this application and any services associated this application (collectively “LG Software”).
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