OWNER’S MANUAL Omnidirectional portable speaker Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. Model XO3C 2303_Rev01 www.lg.com Copyright © 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Omnidirectional portable speaker Quick Guide Using Easily in Order c a d b a Charge the speaker before using it by opening the rear cover and connecting the speaker to an AC adapter (not provided) by using the provided USB (Type C to A) cable. b To use this speaker, turn it on by pressing the power 2 button.
c Connecting the speaker to a smartphone via Bluetooth ([ See “Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth” on page 11.) A Press the Power button to turn on the product. Bluetooth LED blinks blue. B Tap the Settings button on your smartphone and select Off > On) ( Bluetooth. Turn on the Bluetooth function. C From the list of smartphone devices, find and tap on “LG-XO3C(XX).” D Once the smartphone is connected to the product via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth LED will turn on blue.
Table of Contents Omnidirectional portable speaker Quick Guide 2 Using Easily in Order Exploring the Product 5 Top 7 Back Charge 25 Safety and Regulatory Things to Check before Reporting Malfunction 28 Troubleshooting Appendix 29 Product Specifications 9 Charging the Battery 30 Registered Trademarks and Licenses 10 Checking Battery Status 31 Handling the Product Connecting to Bluetooth 11 Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth 14 Connecting with two smartphones Connectin
Exploring the Product Top a b c d c e a Battery LED Please check the battery charging level and battery status. ([ See “Checking Battery Status” on page 10.) b Mood lighting Press the button to select the desired mood lighting. • Mood lighting: Ambient / Nature / Party / Off c Volume It controls the volume level. d Play/Pause Press the button to operate the product. • Play/Pause: Press the button. • Moving to the next music: Press the button twice quickly.
e Bluetooth You can change the Bluetooth settings. • Connecting an additional smartphone: Press and hold the button for 2 seconds. ([ See “Connecting with two smartphones” on page 14.) • Changing from AUX to Bluetooth: Press the button. • Resetting Bluetooth: Press and hold the button for 7 seconds. ([ See “Initializing the Software” on page 23.) Bluetooth LED Indicates the Bluetooth connection status. Blinks in blue: Ready for Bluetooth device connection.
Back a b c d e f g a Poles This product can be secured to wrap around this pole with a security cable lock. b Strap hole You can carry this product by attaching the strap to the strap hole. c (DC IN) Plug in the provided USB (Type C to A) cable to charge the speaker battery. d AUX You can connect the product to a portable external device with a 3.5 mm stereo cable and start enjoying music. e Back Cover Make sure to fully close the back cover after use.
f Power It turns on/off the product. • If you press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds with product turned on, you can see the battery status on the battery LED. g Strap hole cover holder When attaching the strap to the strap hole, keep the strap hole cover on the bottom of the speaker to avoid losing it. • Use it only to keep the strap cover. Do not attach the strap. How to attach the strap a Remove the strap hole cover from the strap hole and keep the cover on the bottom of the speaker.
Charge Charging the Battery This product has a built-in battery. Make sure to charge the battery sufficiently before use. a Open the back cover and connect the provided USB cable to (DC IN) port of the speaker. b Connect the other end of the USB cable to the AC adapter (not provided). c Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. c b a Note • It takes about 5 hours to fully charge the speaker. The charging time may differ depending on the battery status or the product operation status.
Checking Battery Status Charging Status When the battery of the product starts charging, you can see the charging status in the battery LED. Battery LED LED Status / Battery Status Turns on in green. / Charging is complete. It is red. / Charging is in progress. Note • Playing tracks while charging may lengthen the charging time. • When the speaker’s battery is fully charged with the power off, the battery LED lights up green for 15 seconds and then off.
Connecting to Bluetooth Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth You can play music files stored on a Bluetooth device, or run music apps to enjoy the music with this product. Please check the following first. • The following are the Bluetooth specifications of the product. -- Bluetooth version: 5.1 -- Codec: SBC, AAC • How to connect the device to the product may differ depending on the type and model of the Bluetooth device.
(iPhone) c Turn on the Bluetooth function. ( Off > On) d You will see a list of connectable devices on the smartphone screen. Find and tap the name “LG-XO3C(XX)”. On Bluetooth LG Smart Phone On AVAILABLE DEVICES LG-XO3C(XX) LG Smart Phone Bluetooth devices AVAILABLE DEVICES Bluetooth devices LG-XO3C(XX) Bluetooth devices Bluetooth devices e Once the smartphone is connected to the product via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth LED will turn on blue.
Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Now discoverable as “iPhone” MY DEVICES LG Speaeker1 Not Connected LG Speaeker2 Not Connected LG Speaeker3 Not Connected LG Speaeker4 Not Connected (iPhone) g Select and play a track on the smartphone. Note • The closer the Bluetooth device is to the speaker, the better connection you will get. • If the Bluetooth device is not connected, the Bluetooth LED blinks blue. Connect the product again.
Connecting with two smartphones Pairing (Connecting) Multiple Phones a Connect the product and a smartphone first. ([ See “Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth” on page 11.) b Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the product for 2 seconds until you hear a notification sound. Bluetooth LED blinks blue for 60 seconds. c Connect an additional smartphone to the product within 60 seconds. ([ See “Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth” on page 11.
Note • Multi-phone pairing (connecting) connects up to two smartphones. • Even if two smartphones are connected, the product plays music only on one smartphone. If the music stops on the currently played smartphone, it can be played on another smartphone. • If you turn the speaker off and back on while two Bluetooth devices are connected, only the device connected later is automatically connected. • Only smartphones support multi phone pairing (connection).
Connecting to the LG XBOOM App Installing app Use the various functions of the speaker on the LG XBOOM app. To install the LG XBOOM app, scan the QR code with an app or install LG XBOOM app on the Google Play or App Store. Please check the following first. • The LG XBOOM app is available in the versions listed below. -- Android OS: Version 5.0 or higher -- iOS OS: Version 10 or higher -- Minimum supported versions for each OS may change later.
Downloading in Google Play or App Store a Find the LG XBOOM app on the Google Play or App Store and install it on your smartphone. (Android™ Phone) (iPhone) b Connect the smartphone to the speaker via Bluetooth. ([ See “Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth” on page 11.) c Open the LG XBOOM app installed on the smartphone. d Follow the instructions on the LG XBOOM app. Agree to the Terms of Service, notice windows, access settings, etc.
Using the Wireless Party Link You can connect multiple speakers in the LG XBOOM app's Wireless Party Link. There are two ways for using the Wireless Party Link: Dual mode and Multi mode. Dual mode Wireless Party Link Dual mode lets you enjoy stereo sound with two same model speakers. Please check the following first. • The two speakers of the same model are needed. (e.g. XO3Q and XO3C) a Connect the speaker and a smartphone first. ([ See “Connecting Smartphone to the Speaker via Bluetooth” on page 11.
Connecting to your TV via Dual mode a Follow the aforementioned instructions to connect two speakers via Dual mode. ([ See “Dual mode” on page 18.) b Press and hold the Bluetooth blink blue for 60 seconds. button on the main speaker for 2 seconds. Then the Bluetooth LED will c In the TV settings, find and select the main speaker within 60 seconds. You can listen to the TV sound through two speakers. Note • When using in dual mode with a TV, you cannot control the speakers with the LG XBOOM app.
Note • The Main speaker connects only one Bluetooth device. • When using Dual/Multi mode to connect multiple speakers, the multi phone pairing connection is not supported. • When you turn the speakers off and on again, the speakers do not automatically reconnect. • If you connect a 3.5 mm stereo cable in Dual/Multi mode, Dual/Multi mode is canceled and then change to AUX function. • When you connect multiple speakers in Dual/Multi mode in AUX function, it will change to Bluetooth function.
Interworking multiple speakers This speaker interworks with other LG Bluetooth speakers such as XG9Q/XG7Q/XG5Q/XO3Q and XO3C. Same model Dual mode (e.g. XO3Q/XO3C) Main/Other Volume O EQ O Lighting O Auto Power Management O Sleep Timer O Same series Multi mode (e.g. XO3Q/XO3C) Main/Other Lighting O Auto Power Management O Sleep Timer O Other series Multi mode (e.g.
Connecting to an External Device Connecting via 3.5 mm Stereo Cable You can connect the product and various external devices via a 3.5 mm stereo cable to enjoy the music. a Press the Power button to the turn on the product. b Open the back cover of the product and connect the external device to the AUX terminal via a 3.5 mm stereo cable. c If you play music on the connected external device, you can start listening on this product. Note • Prepare a 3.5 mm stereo cable. If you do not have a 3.
Additional Functions Initializing the Software It Initializes the Bluetooth connection and settings of the product. a Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the product for 7 seconds or longer. b All white LEDs will blink four times to Initialize the Bluetooth connection and all settings. Note • To use the Bluetooth function after Initializing the product, connect the Bluetooth device again. Power Saving Mode If there is no playback or button input for 15 minutes, the product turns off automatically.
Using Auto power - on. You can easily use the speaker with your Bluetooth device. Please check the following first. • The speaker has a history of Bluetooth connection with the Bluetooth device. • The speaker is charging and the power is off. a Tap the Setting button on your Bluetooth device and select b Turn on the Bluetooth function. ( Off > Bluetooth. On) c You will see a list of connectable devices on the Bluetooth device screen. Find and tap the name “LGXO3C(XX)”.
Safety Precautions Safety and Regulatory CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord The Power Plug is the disconnecting device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily accessible. Check the specification page of this owner’s manual to be certain of the current requirements. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire.
For models using a battery This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. CAUTION: Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. For models using a built-in battery Do not store or transport at pressures lower than 11.6 kPa (0.116 bar) and at above 15,000 m (9.32 miles) altitude.
Things to Check before Reporting Malfunction Troubleshooting If you experience the following symptoms while using the product, please check them again. They may not be malfunctions. Symptom Cause and Solution Power is not supplied. • The battery is discharged. Recharge the battery. There is no sound or the sound is distorted. • The volume of product or the connected Bluetooth device may be set to the minimum. Adjust the volume of product or the connected Bluetooth device to the appropriate level.
Appendix Product Specifications General Power supply Power consumption Dimensions (W x H x D) 5 V 0 2 A (AC adapter) Built-in rechargeable battery Refer to the main label. Approx. 165.0 mm x 327.0 mm x 165.0 mm (6.5 inch x 12.9 inch x 6.5 inch) Temperature 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F) Humidity 5 % - 60 % RH Ingress protection IP54 Input AUX 1.0 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo terminal) × 1 Battery Battery capacity Li-ion 7.
Registered Trademarks and Licenses All trademarks and trade names are owned by 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.
Handling the Product When shipping the Product Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the product, for maximum protection, re-pack the product as it was originally packed at the factory. Keeping the exterior surfaces clean • Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the product. • Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface. • Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the product for a long period of time.
