LG ARX10 User manual

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NA9640P (NA9640P, S94P2-F, S94P2-S)
ARX10 (ARX10, S94P2-F, S94P2-S)
OWNER’S MANUAL
High Power A/V
Receiver with
Giant Tallboy
Speaker System

1 Getting Started
Getting Started
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Getting Started
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Safety information
CAUTION
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.
This lightning ash 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 sucient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
conned space such as a book case or similar unit.
CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from over heating. The
openings shall be never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instruction has been adhered to.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon
a dedicated circuit;
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only
that appliance and has no additional outlets or
branch circuits. Check the specication page of this
owner’s manual to be certain. 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 re. Periodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
appliance, and have the cord replaced with an
exact replacement part by an authorized service
center. Protect the power cord from physical or
mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,
pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay
particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and
the point where the cord exits the appliance. To
disconnect power from the mains, pull out the
mains cord plug. hen installing the product, ensure
that the plug is easily accessible.

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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. It is recommended that you use
local, free reimbursement systems batteries and
accumulators. The battery shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
2 Safety information
6 Unique features
6 Accessories
6 Introduction
6 – Symbols Used in this Manual
7 – Required cables
8 Remote control
10 Front panel
11 Rear panel
2 Connecting
12 Before connecting
12 Positioning the system
13 Connecting to speakers
14 Connecting TV with other devices
14 – Using an HDMI cable
16 – Using a composite video cable
17 Connecting audio devices
18 Connecting other devices
19 Connecting the antenna
19 Connecting portable devices
3 System Setting
20 Settings and adjustments using the
SETUP menu
20 – SETUP configuration
20 – TESTTONE menu
21 – LEVEL menu
21 – DISTANCE menu
22 – A/V SYNC menu (Adjusting the audio
delay)
22 – DOLBY DRC menu
22 – RESET menu

Table of Contents
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3
4
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4 Operating
23 Selecting the input source
23 – By using the knob on the unit
23 – By using the remote control
24 USB Operation
24 – Basic Operations
24 – Selecting a folder and
an MP3/WMA file
25 – Deleting an MP3/WMA file
25 – Playing repeatedly or randomly
25 – To activate the mute function
26 – Playable file Requirement
27 – Playback effect
30 Enjoying various sound mode
30 – Setting the USER EQ
32 Using a Bluetooth wireless technology
32 – Listening to music stored on the
Bluetooth devices
34 – Using Bluetooth App
35 – Activate Bluetooth with “LG Bluetooth
Remote” App
36 Radio Operations
36 – Listening to FM radio
36 – Improving poor FM reception
36 – Presetting the Radio Stations
36 – Deleting all the saved stations
37 Other Operations
37 – Dimmer
37 – Using the Sleep Timer
37 – Displaying file and input source
37 – Auto power down
38 Advanced Operations
38 – Recording to USB
5 Troubleshooting
39 Troubleshooting
6 Appendix
40 Trademarks and licenses
40 Maintenance
40 – Handling the unit
41 Specifications

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Unique features
Bluetooth
Listens to music stored on your bluetooth device.
Portable In
Listens to music from your portable device. (MP3,
Notebook, etc.)
Playback effects
Listens to music various sound and playback
eects.
USB Direct Recording
Records music to your USB device. (analog sources
only.)
LG Bluetooth Remote
LG Bluetooth Remote is an App designed to let you
take control of some of LG’s latest Audio devices.
Refer to the page 34-35.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Remote control (1) Batteries (2)
Analog audio cable (1) Video cable (1)
FM antenna (1) HDMI cable (1)
Coaxial cable (1)
Introduction
Symbols Used in this Manual
, Note
Indicates special notes and operating features.
> Caution
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.

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Required cables
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages
assume the use of the following connection cables.
You must purchase the connection cables
separately if necessary.
yAnalog audio cable
White (L)
Red (R)
yComposite video cable
Yellow
yAnalog audio/Composite video cable
Yellow (Video)
White (L/audio)
Red (R/audio)
yOptical digital audio cable
yCoaxial digital audio cable
yHDMI cable
yPortable cable ( 3.5 mm Stereo plug)
yTurn o the power to all components
before making any connections.
yWhen connecting an audio/video cable, be
sure to match the color-coded pins to the
appropriate jacks on the components:
yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio)
to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
yWhen connecting optical digital cables,
insert the cable plugs straight in until they
click into place.
yDo not bend or tie optical digital audio
cables.
, Note

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Remote control
Battery Installation
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the
Remote Control, and insert two (size AAA) batteries
with 4and 5matched correctly.
• • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • •
1: Switches the unit ON or OFF.
TV control buttons : Controls the TV. (LG TV only)
-1: Turns the TV on or o.
-AV/INPUT : Switches the TV’s input source
between the TV and other input sources.
INPUT buttons : Selects the input source you want
to use. (For more information refer to the page 23.)
-AUX : Selects the input source connected to
AUX IN 1/2(L/R) jack.
-PORTABLE : Selects the input source connected
to PORT.IN jack.
-OPTICAL : Selects the input source connected
to OPTICAL IN 1/2 jack.
-COAXIAL : Selects the input source connected
to COAXIAL IN jack.
-HDMI IN : Selects the input source connected to
HDMI IN 1/2/3 jack.
-RADIO : Selects the FM tuner.
-USB : Selects the input source connected to USB
port.
-BLUETOOTH :Selects Bluetooth function.
XREC : USB direct recording.
REPEAT( ) : Listens to your les repeatedly or
randomly.
SMART DJ :Selects SMART DJ mode. (For more
information refer to the page 27.)
AUTO DJ : Selects the AUTO DJ mode. (For more
information refer to the page 28.)

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• • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • •
C/V(SKIP) : Goes to the next or previous le.
c/v(SCAN) : Searches backward or forward.
Z(Stop) : Stops playback.
d/MONO/STEREO (Play) :
-Starts playback.
-Selects mono/stereo in FM mode.
M(Pause) : Pauses playback.
• • • • • • • • • • c • • • • • • • • •
SPEAKER LEVEL : Sets the sound level of desired
speaker.
SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound eect mode.
VOL (-/+) : Adjusts speaker volume.
MUTE : Turns o the sound temporarily. Press
the button again to restore the sound.
BASS BLAST : Selects the BASS BLAST sound mode
directly.
• • • • • • • • • • d • • • • • • • • •
SLEEP : Sets dimmer or the system to turn o
automatically at a specied time.
SETUP :Displays or exits the [SETUP] menu.
INFO. : Displays information. (le name / input
source / output channel / recording elapsed time)
ENTER/SET : Acknowledges menu selection.
PRESET (-/+) : Selects a preset stations.
TUNING (-/+) : Tunes in the desired radio station.
W/S/A/D(up/ down/ left/ right):Selects an
option in the menu.
BACK : Moves backwards in the menu or exits
the setup menu.
JUKE BOX :
-Selects JUKE BOX mode.
-Makes your favorites list.
DELETE :
-Deletes MP3/WMA les.
-Deletes a song on JUKE BOX list.
• • • • • • • • • • e • • • • • • • • •
0 to 9 numerical buttons : Selects numbered
options in a menu.

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aSTANDBY/ON (1/!)
Switches the unit ON or OFF.
bBASS BLAST
Selects the BASS BLAST sound mode directly.
cRemote sensor
dDisplay window
Shows the current status of the unit.
eSMART DJ
Selects SMART DJ mode. (For more information
refer to the page 27.)
fUSER EQ
Sets the USER EQ mode (BASS, MIDDLE and
TREBLE). (For more information refer to the page
30.)
ENTER
-Acknowledges menu selection.
-Enters USER EQ/ Conrms USER EQ setting. (For
more information refer to the page 30.)
PLAY/PAUSE
-Starts playback.
-Pauses playback, press it again to exit pauses
status.
-Selects BASS, MIDDLE or TREBLE while in "USER
EQ" mode by pressing PLAY/PAUSE repeatedly.
(For more information refer to the page 30.)
STOP
Stops playback.
gUSB port (5 V 0500 mA)
Connects an USB device to USB port.
hMASTER VOLUME
Adjusts the speaker volume.
iCONTROL
-Control the DJ EFFECT.
-Adjust USER EQ sound level. (For more
information refer to the page 30.)
jDJ EFFECT
-Selects DJ eect. (For more informaion refer to
the page 28.)
kSOUND EFFECT
Selects Sound effect.
lINPUT SELECTION
Selects input source.
Front panel
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aSpeakers connectors
Connects the speaker cables.
bCooling fan
cAUX IN 1/2(L/R)
Connects to external source with 2 channel
audio outputs
dLINE OUT
Connects the components with 2 channel
audio inputs.
ePower cord
fANTENNA
FM – Connects the FM wired antenna.
gVIDEO OUT
Connects the components with analog video
input jacks.
hVIDEO IN
Connects the components with analog video
output jacks.
iPORT IN
Connects a portable device (MP3 player, etc) to
PORT. IN jack.
jDIGITAL AUDIO IN 2
COAXIAL
Connects other components with a coaxial
digital audio output.
OPTICAL 2
Connects other components with an optical
digital audio output.
kDIGITAL AUDIO IN 1
OPTICAL 1
Connects other components with an optical
digital audio output.
lHDMI OUT TO TV
Connects to TV with HDMI inputs.
mHDMI IN 1/2/3
Connects the component with HDMI output.
Rear panel
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2 Connecting
Connecting
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Connecting
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Before connecting
Please make sure to disconnect the AC power cord
before making any connection between the unit
and any other device.
Positioning the system
The following illustration shows an example of
positioning the system. Note that the illustrations
in these instructions dier from the actual unit for
explanation purposes.
For the best possible surround sound, all the
speakers other than the subwoofer should be
placed at the same distance from the listening
position ( ).
F
B
D
C
A
A
A
A
A
E
Front speaker with built in subwoofer (L)
Front speaker with built in subwoofer (R)
Place the front speakers to the sides of the monitor
or screen and as ush with the screen surface as
possible.
Rear speaker (L)
Rear speaker (R)
Place these speakers behind your listening position,
facing slightly inwards.
Unit
yDo not stack the speakers
and be careful that the
speaker should not fall down.
Otherwise it may result in the
speaker malfunction and
causing personal injury and/
or property damage.
yMake sure to install the speaker with other
people in order to prevent it from falling
and causing injuries to the installer.
> Caution

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Connecting
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Connecting to
speakers
Connect the speaker cable plugs to the SPEAKERS
connector. Make sure to connect the speaker’s plug
to the corresponding speaker connector when
connecting the plug.
Color Speaker
Grey REAR R
Red FRONT R
Orange WOOFER 2
Orange WOOFER 1
Blue REAR L
White FRONT L
yDo not try to lift the speaker alone. It needs
two persons to lift the speaker. Otherwise
it may result in the speaker malfunction
and cause personal injury and/or property
damage.
yCheck the volume level before playing
music to prevent inrm, child, and pregnant
women from being shocked by the sudden
and loud sound from the unit.
yDo not use the unit in a limited space.
It may damage a person’s hearing. It is
recommended to use it in a wide space.
yBe careful to make sure children not to put
their hands or any objects into the opening
speaker duct hole.
yThe speakers contain magnet parts, so color
irregularity may occur on the TV screen or
PC monitor screen. Please use the speakers
far away from either TV screen or PC
monitor.
> Caution

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Connecting TV with
other devices
You can watch the input image from your video
device. There are two ways of connecting your
video device to AV Receiver System.
Using an HDMI cable
Since HDMI oers both audio and video signal over
one cable, you can enjoy them without additional
audio cable.
TV
HDMI cable
HDMI cable
DVD, Blu-ray disc player etc.
1. Connect the HDMI IN 1/2/3 jack on AV Receiver
System to your video device with HDMI OUT
jack using HDMI cable.
2. Connect the HDMI OUT TO TV jack on AV
Receiver System to the HDMI IN jack on your TV.
3. Set the input source to HDMI (refer to the page
23).

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Connecting
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yHDMI is the abbreviated name for High
Denition Multimedia Interface. It is an
interface which transmits video and audio
signals in digital format. If a connected
HDMI device does not accept the audio
output of the unit, the HDMI device’s audio
sound may be distorted or may not output.
yWhen you connect a HDMI or DVI
compatible device make sure of the
followings :
-Try switching o 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.
-The connected device’s video input is set
correctly for this unit.
-The connected device is compatible with
720 x 576i (or 480i), 720 x 576p (or 480p),
1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i or 1920 x 1080p
video input.
-This unit does not support 4K (Ultra HD)
video input normally. So if you play 4k
sources, please connect to TV directly.
yNot all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI
devices will work with this unit.
yThe picture will not be displayed properly
with non-HDCP device.
yThis unit does not playback and TV screen is
changed to black screen.
yIf there are noises or lines on the screen,
please check the HDMI cable (length is
generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft)).
yChanging the resolution when the
connection has already been established
may result in malfunctions. To solve the
problem, turn o the unit and then turn it
on again.
yWhen the HDMI connection with HDCP
is not veried, TV screen is changed to
black screen. In this case, check the HDMI
connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.
yWhen DTS source is connected through
HDMI IN jacks, the unit converts from DTS
source to PCM.
, Note

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Connecting
2
Using a composite video cable
To enjoy both sounds and pictures from your
device, you have to connect analog audio cable as
well as composite video cable.
Video cable
Video
cable
TV
Audio cable
DVD, Blu-ray
disc player
etc
1. Connect the VIDEO IN jack on AV Receiver
System to the VIDEO OUT jack on your video
device using a composite video cable.
2. Connect the AUX IN 1/2(L/R) jacks of AV
Receiver System to the left and right AUDIO
OUT jacks on your video device using an audio
cables.
3. Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on your AV
Receiver System to the VIDEO IN jack on your
TV.
4. Set the input source to AUX1/2 (refer to the
page 23).
When connecting an audio/video cable, be
sure to match the color-coded pins to the
appropriate jacks on the components: yellow
(video) to yellow; white (left, audio) to white;
and red (right, audio) to red.
, Note

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Connecting
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Connecting audio
devices
You can hear the sound from your TV, DVD player,
Blu-ray player, CD player, etc.
It is not necessary to connect all the cables.
Connect AV Receiver System to an AUX, a COAXIAL
or an OPTICAL jack on your device you want to
connect.
or or
Audio
cable
Optical cable
Coaxial
cable
DVD, Blu-ray disc player
etc.
TV
1. Connect AUX1/2 IN (L/R), COAXIAL or
OPTICAL 1/2 jack on AV Receiver System to
your audio device’s OUTPUT jack you want.
2. Set the input source to AUX 1/2, COAXIAL or
OPTICAL 1/2 you connect (Refer to the page
23).
yWhen connecting an audio/video cable,
be sure to match the color-coded pins to
the appropriate jacks on the components:
yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio)
to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
yWhen connecting OPTICAL or COAXIAL
jack, DTS is not output.
, Note

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Connecting other
devices
You can connect various devices (TV, recorder, etc)
to the jacks on AV receiver system.
Audio cable
1. Connect the LINE OUT jacks on AV Receiver
System to your device's INPUT jack you want
2. Set the input source to FM, PORT.IN or AUX1/2
you connect (Refer to the page 23).
Refer to "Connecting audio devices" and
"Connecting portable device" when you connect
external device.
yWhen connecting an audio/video cable,
be sure to match the color-coded pins to
the appropriate jacks on the components:
yellow (video) to yellow; white (left, audio)
to white; and red (right, audio) to red.
yIt is only output analog signal. (FM,
portable, or AUX1/2)
yWhen you connect to a TV by using only
audio cable, TV AV setup menu may not be
activated(It depends on TV models). But
audio will be outputted normally.
, Note
Or
TV, VCR,
Recorder, etc

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Connecting
2
Connecting the
antenna
1. Connect the FM wire antenna to the FM
antenna connector.
FM antenna
2. Set the input source to FM tune (refer to the
page 23).
Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.
, Note
Connecting portable
devices
1. Connect the PORT. IN jack on the rear panel
of AV Receiver System to LINE OUT jack on
your portable device (MP3 player, etc.) using a
portable cable ( 3.5 mm stereo plug).
Portable cable
MP3 player etc.
2. Set the input source to PORTABLE (refer to the
page 23).

3 System Setting
System Setting
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System Setting
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Settings and
adjustments using the
SETUP menu
By using the SETUP menus, you can make various
adjustments to customize the unit.
SETUP configuration
1 TESTTONE
2 LEVEL
3 DISTANCE
4 A/V SYNC
5 DOLBY DRC
6 RESET
TESTING : FRONT L
TESTING : FRONT R
TESTING : SURROUND R
TESTING : SURROUND L
TESTING : SUB WOOFER
FRONT L : - 6 to + 6
FRONT R : - 6 to + 6
SURROUND R : - 6 to + 6
SURROUND L : - 6 to + 6
SUB WOOFER : - 40 to + 6
FRONT L : 0 M to 6.0 M
FRONT R : 0 M to 6.0 M
SURROUND R : 0 M to 6.0 M
SURROUND L : 0 M to 6.0 M
SUB WOOFER : 0 M to 6.0 M
0 MS to 300 MS
DRC OFF
DRC ON
1 : YES 2 : NO
SETUP
TESTTONE menu
You can adjust the speaker levels while listening to
the test tone from your listening position.
1. Press SETUP.
"1 TESTTONE" appears on the display window.
2. Press ENTER/SET.
The test tone is emitted from each speaker in
sequence as follows:
TESTING : FRONT L TESTING : FRONT R
TESTING : SURROUND R TESTING :
SURROUND L TESTING : SUB WOOFER
You can select desired speakers manually by
pressing W/S repeatedly
3. You can verify each speakers tone.
4. Press BACK to move to the previous menu.
Press SETUP to exit the setup menu.