LG Music Flow SH7BOM User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
SMART Hi-Fi
AUDIO
MODEL
SH7B
www.lg.com
SH7B
Wireless Multi-room Sound Bar
To view the instructions of advanced features, visit
http://www.lg.com and then download Owner’s Manual.
Some of the content in this manual may differ from your unit.

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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 suf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: This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
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: Do not use high voltage products around
this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This product may
malfunction due to electrical shock.
CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, should 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 shall 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: No naked ame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
NOTICE: For safety marking information including
product identication and supply ratings, please refer
to the main label on the bottom or the other surface
of the product.
CAUTION
Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device.
Do not use a power supply from another device or
another manufacturer. Using any other power cable
or power supply may cause damage to the device and
void your warranty.
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. The Power Plug is the disconnecting
device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must
remain readily accessible.

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This device is equipped with a portable battery or
accumulator.
Safety way to remove 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 should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, re or the like.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION: Any changes or modications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or
use radio frequency energy. Changes or modications
to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modications are expressly approved
in the instruction manual. The user could lose
the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modication is made.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement : This
equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator
and your body. End users must follow the specic
operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its
operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.
FCC requires this product to be used indoors for
the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to co-channel
Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are
allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz
and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations
can cause interference with and/or damage this
device. This device cannot be co-located with any
other transmitter.
CAUTION: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit
airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless
devices because their signals could interfere with
critical aircraft instruments.
Responsible Party :
LG Electronics USA, Inc.1000 Sylvan Avenue
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
TEL. : [phone]

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
3 Safety Information
5 – IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
8 Main Features
8 Introduction
9 Front panel
9 Rear panel
10 Remote control
11 Installing the sound bar
11 Mounting the main unit on a wall
2 Connecting
13 Organizing cables
13 Connecting the AC Adapter
13 Wireless subwoofer connection
14 Connecting to your TV
14 – Using an OPTICAL cable
15 – LG Sound Sync
16 – Using an HDMI cable
16 – Enjoy rich sound broadcast of the channel
with the sound bar
17 – What is SIMPLINK?
17 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function
18 – Additional information for HDMI
18 Optional equipment connection
18 – HDMI connection
19 – PORTABLE IN connection
20 – OPTICAL IN connection
20 Initial Multi-Room Setup
20 – Wired connection (MUSICflow Mesh
Network Connection)
20 – Wireless connection (Standard Wireless
Connection)
21 Installing “Music Flow Player” App
21 – Starting with Music Flow Player app
22 – Simple Connection (EZ Setup)
23 Using Media Server for PC
23 – Music Flow PC Software for windows
24 – Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials for Mac OS
25 Connecting the speaker to your Home
Network
26 – Connecting the speaker to your network
with a LAN cable
28 – Connecting the speaker to your Network
via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android)
30 – Connecting the speaker to your Network
via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (iOS)
34 Connecting the speakers to your Home
Network (Additional)
34 – Connecting the additional speaker to your
network with a LAN cable
36 – Connecting the additional speaker to your
network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method
38 Using the Bridge
38 – Use as a root device (wired to the home
router)
39 – Use as a wireless extender
3 Operating
41 Enjoying the Music with Music Flow Player app
41 – Overview of Home menu
42 – Overview of the side menu
43 – Playing a song
44 – Overview of Playback
46 Different ways of listening to music
46 – Group Playback
47 – Surround Sound Mode (Home Cinema
Mode)
49 – Seamless playback
50 Using LG HomeChat
50 – About LG HomeChat
50 – How to start LG HomeChat
51 – Usage Examples
52 Setting the Speaker with Music Flow Player
app
52 – Overview of setting menu
53 – [General] Menu
53 – [Speakers] Menu
54 – [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu
55 – [Music Library] Menu
55 – [Account management] Menu
55 – [Time Zone] Menu
55 – [Advanced Settings] Menu
57 – [Google Cast] Menu
57 – [Version Info.] Menu
58 – [Open source licenses] Menu
58 Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology

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2
3
4
5
58 – About Bluetooth
58 – Bluetooth profiles
58 – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device
60 Other operations
60 – DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
60 – AV Sync
60 – Using your TV remote control
60 – Turn off the sound temporarily
60 – Sleep timer setting
61 – Auto power down
61 – AUTO POWER On/Off
62 – Auto Display Off / Dimmer
62 Sound adjustment
62 – Adjust volume level automatically
62 – Adjust the Treble/Bass/Sub-woofer
62 – Night mode
63 Standby mode
63 – Standby mode
63 – Network standby mode
63 – Bluetooth standby mode
63 Reset the Speaker
63 – Resetting the speaker
4 Troubleshooting
64 Troubleshooting
64 – General
65 – Network
66 – Application and PC Software
66 – NOTES to use wireless features
5 Appendix
67 File requirement
67 Trademarks and licenses
68 Specifications
70 Handling the Speaker
70 Important Information Relating to Network
Services
71 TERMS OF USE
Some of the content in this manual may differ from Music Flow Player app depending on the application’s
version.

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Main Features
Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android
device
Enjoys music from iPod/iPhone/iPad or Android
device with simple connection.
LG Sound Sync
Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG
Sound Sync.
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. This speaker and your smart device must be
connected to the same network. Visit “iTunes store”
or “Google Play Store” or use the QR code shown
below to search for “Music Flow Player” app. For
detailed information, refer to page 21.
(Apple iOS)
(Android OS)
yDepending on the application’s version and the
settings of smart device, Music Flow Player app
may not be operated normally.
ySome smart devices may not be compatible with
this speaker.
Introduction
Symbol used in this manual
, Note
Indicates special notes and operating features.
> Caution
Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
from abuse.
Symbols
~Refers to alternating current(AC).
0Refers to direct current(DC).
Refers to class II equipment.
1Refers to stand-by.
!Refers to “ON” (power).
Refers to dangerous voltage.

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A
LED indicator
Shows connection status.
B
Display window
C
Remote sensor
D The buttons are located on the rear.
Front panel
A 1/! (Standby/On)
F (Function): Selects the function and input
source. (OPTICAL / HDMI IN / WI-FI / BT READY /
LG TV / PORTABLE)
-/+ (Volume)
(Wi-Fi): Connects initial MUSICflow
product to your network wirelessly.
(Add): Adds the additional MUSICflow
product to your network.
(In case that one or more MUSICflow product is
connected.)
B DC IN (AC adapter input)
C OPTICAL IN connectors
D PORTABLE IN connector
E USB (Service only) : S/W download connector
F HDMI OUT (TV ARC) : Connect to HDMI IN
(ARC) on TV.
G HDMI IN
H LAN port
Rear panel
HDMI OUT
(TV ARC) HDMI IN LAN

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Remote control
Replacement of Battery
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote
control, and insert the battery with 4 and 5
matched correctly.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 (Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF. / Switches
to the standby mode.
F : Selects the function and the input source.
SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode.
(Mute) : Mutes the sound.
: Set Night mode to On to reduce the sound
intensity and improve neness and softness.
: Adjusts sound level of Treble, Bass and Sub-
woofer.
VOL o/p : Adjusts speaker volume.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • • • • • •
C/V (Skip) :
- Skips Fast backward or Forward.
dM (Play/Pause) : Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
DRC : Turns on or off DRC function.
REPEAT : Listen to your music repeatedly.
-Press and hold REPEAT on the remote control
for about 3 seconds, you can see the connected
bluetooth device name on the bluetooth function.
AUTO VOL : Turns on or off the AUTO VOLUME
mode.
AV SYNC
- Synchronizes the audio and video.
- Controls TV remote. (Page 60)
SLEEP : Sets the system to turn off automatically at
a specied time.
AUTO POWER :
- Turns on or off AUTO POWER function.
(Page 61.)
- Turns on or off Auto Display. (Page 62)

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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.
Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the
device you want. (Refer to pp. 14 - 21)
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 reections.
yFor best performance of wireless connection
such as Bluetooth or wireless subwoofer,
do not install the unit on Metallic furniture
because wireless connection communicates
through a module positioned on the bottom
of the unit.
yBe careful not to make scratches on the
surface of the Unit /Sub-Woofer when
installing or moving them.
> Caution
For the convenient button usage, it is
recommended to take some distance between
the soundbar and your TV when you install the
sound bar.
, Note
Mounting the main unit
on a wall
You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Because it is difcult to make a connection after
installing this unit, you should connect the cables
before installation.
> Caution
Preparation materials
Unit
Wall bracket install guide
Screws
Screws (A)
Wall plug
Wall bracket
(Not supplied)

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1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket
install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to
the position.
TV
2. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use the
wall plugs. You should drill some holes. A guide
sheet (Wall bracket install guide) is supplied to
drill. Use the sheet to check the point to drill.
3. Remove the Wall bracket install guide.
4. Fix the brackets with screws (A) as shown in the
illustration below.
Screws (A) and Wall Plugs are not supplied for
mounting the unit. We recommend the Hilti
(HUD-1 6 x 30) for the mounting.
, Note
5. Put the unit on the brackets to match screw
holes on the bottom of the unit.
6. Fix the unit with the screws firmly.
To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order.
, Note
yDo not install this unit upside down. It can
damage the parts of this unit or be the cause
of personal injury.
yDo not hang onto the installed unit and avoid
any impact to the unit.
ySecure the unit rmly 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.
yWhen the unit is installed on a wall, please
make sure that a child does not pull any of
connecting cables, as it may cause it to fall.
> Caution

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Organizing cables
Organize the cable with cable holder.
1. Attach and fix the cable holder as shown below.
2. Insert cables to the cable holder.
Connecting the AC
Adapter
Connect the speaker to the power supply with the
supplied AC adapter.
1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC
adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter cable to DC IN adapter
input.
3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.
Only use the AC adapter supplied with this
device. Do not use a power supply from another
device or manufacturer. Using any other power
cable or power supply may cause damage to the
device and void your warranty.
> Caution
Wireless subwoofer
connection
LED indicator of wireless subwoofer
LED Color Status
Green
(Blink)
The connection is trying.
Green The connection is completed.
Red The wireless subwoofer is in
standby mode or the connection
is failed.
Off (No
display)
The power cord of wireless
subwoofer is disconnected.
Setting up the wireless subwoofer for
the first time
1. Connect the power cord of the wireless
subwoofer to the outlet.
2. Turn on the main unit : The main unit and wireless
subwoofer will be automatically connected.
Manually pairing wireless subwoofer
When your connection is not completed, you can
see the red LED or the blinking of green LED on the
wireless subwoofer and the subwoofer does not
make sound. To solve the problem, follow the below
steps.
1. Adjust volume level of the main unit to minimum.
-”VOL MIN” appears on the display window.
2. Press and hold (Mute) on the remote control
for about 3 seconds.
-“SUB-WF RESET” appears on the display
window briey.

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3. If the LED of the wireless subwoofer already
blinks in green continually, you can skip this step.
Press and hold PAIRING on the back of the
wireless subwoofer for more than 5 seconds.
Red Green
-The LED of the wireless subwoofer lights up
alternately in red and green.
4. Disconnect the power cord of the main unit and
the wireless subwoofer.
5. Connect them again after the LED of the main
unit and the wireless subwoofer is fully turned
off.
The main unit and the wireless subwoofer will be
paired automatically when you turn on the main
unit.
-When the connection is completed, you can see
the green LED on the subwoofer.
yIt takes a few seconds (and may take longer)
for the main unit and the subwoofer to
communicate with each other and make
sounds.
yThe 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.
-There is a obstacle between the main unit
and the subwoofer.
-There is a device using same frequency
with this wireless connection such as
a medical equipment, a microwave or a
wireless LAN device.
, Note
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
1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the
unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an
OPTICAL cable.
Optical cable
2. Set the input source to OPTICAL. Press repeatedly
F on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
yYou can enjoy the TV audio through the
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV
models, you must select the external speaker
option from the TV menu. (For details,
reference your TV user manual.)
ySet up the sound output of TV to listen to
the sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [External speaker (Optical)]
yDetails of TV setting menu vary depending
on the manufacturers or models of your TV.
, Note

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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. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo on
your TV.
Controllable function by LG TV’s remote control :
Volume up/down, mute
Refer to the TV’s instruction manual for the details
of LG Sound Sync.
Make one of the following connections, depending on
the capabilities of your equipment.
yYou can also use the remote control of this
unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you use TV's
remote control again, the unit synchronizes
with the TV.
yWhen the connection fails, make sure of the
condition of the TV and power.
yMake sure of the condition of this unit and
the connection in the cases below when using
LG Sound Sync.
-Turn off the unit.
-Changing the function to the others.
-Disconnecting the optical cable.
yThe amount of time to turn off this unit is
different depending on your TV when you set
AUTO POWER function to ON.
, Note
With wired connection
1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an
optical cable.
Optical cable
2. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Optical)]
3. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 (Power) on the
remote control.
4. Select OPTICAL function by using F on the
remote control or F on the unit until the function
is selected.
You can see “LG OPT” on the display window if
connecting normally between this unit and your
TV.
Details of TV setting menu vary depending on
the manufacturers or models of your TV.
, Note
With wireless connection
1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 (Power) on the
remote control.
2. Select LG TV function by using F on the remote
control or F on the unit until the function is
selected.
3. Set up LG Sound Sync (Wireless) on the TV. Refer
to the TV’s instruction manual.
“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.
If you turned off the unit directly by pressing
1 (Power), LG Sound Sync (Wireless) will be
disconnected.
, Note

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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.
Connect the HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of
the unit to ARC jack on the TV using an HDMI cable.
HDMI OUT
(TV ARC)
HDMI cable
yHDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control):
Using a single remote control, you have the
ability to operate CEC compatible devices (TV,
Sound Bar, Blue-ray player, etc.)
yYou can also enjoy extra functions such as
Bluetooth with F on remote control or F on
this unit. When you go back to live TV channel
after using the extra functions (Bluetooth)
of this audio system, you should choose your
preferred speaker on TV to enjoy the sound
from this audio system again.
, Note
HDMI cable Checklist
Some HDMI cables do not support the ARC function,
this can result in no sound output.
When connecting this unit to the TV, if there is no
sound, there might be a problem with the HDMI
cable. Therefore connect this unit to the TV and
check whether the Type A, High speed HDMI™ Cable
with Ethernet.
STANDARD HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE
HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE WITH ETHERNET
(X)
(X)
(O)
Enjoy rich sound broadcast of
the channel with the sound bar
Connection through HDMI Cable*
Your television must support the newest HDMI
features (HDMI CEC1) / ARC (Audio Return Channel))
to fully enjoy the Live broadcasting channel with
audio system through an HDMI cable. Unless your
TV supports these HDMI features, the audio system
should be connected through an OPTICAL cable.
1) HDMI CEC (High-Denition Multimedia Interface
Consumer Electronics Control)
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is an HDMI
feature designed to allow the user to command and
control the CEC-enabled devices, that are connected
through HDMI by using only one of their remote
controls.
* Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+
(Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips),
etc.

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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.
Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of
SIMPLINK function.
LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as
shown above.
yDepending on the state of the unit, some
SIMPLINK operation may differ from your
purpose or not work.
yDepending on a TV or a player which is
connected with this unit, SIMPLINK operation
may differ from your purpose.
, Note
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
function
The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to
send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.
To use this function :
-Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC
function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set
to On.
-The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may
differ depending on the TV. For details about ARC
function, refer to your TV manual.
-You must use the HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed
HDMI™ cable with Ethernet).
-You must connect the HDMI OUT on the unit with
HDMI IN of the TV that supports ARC function
using an HDMI cable.
-You can connect only one Sound bar to TV
compatible with ARC.
yARC function is automatically selected when
ARC signal comes in from TV, no matter what
kind of the function you are using.
yYou can enjoy the TV audio through the
speakers of this unit. In the case of some TV
models, you must select the external speaker
option from the TV menu. (For details,
reference your TV user manual.)
ySet up the sound output of TV to listen to
the sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [External speaker (HDMI ARC)]
yDetails of TV setting menu vary depending on
the manufacturers or models of your TV.
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Additional information for HDMI
yWhen you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible
device make sure of the following:
- Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this
player. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and
leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on
this player.
- The connected device’s video input is set
correctly for this unit.
- The connected device is compatible with
720 x 576p, 1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i or
1920 x 1080p video input.
yNot all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will
work with this player.
- The picture will not be displayed properly with
non-HDCP device.
yIf 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.
yChanging 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.
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.
yIf there are noises or lines on the screen,
please check the HDMI cable (length is
generally limited to 4.5 m.
yYou cannot change the video resolution in the
HDMI IN mode. Change the video resolution
of the connected component.
yIf the video output signal is abnormal when
your personal computer is connected to HDMI
IN jack, change the resolution of your personal
computer to 576p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p.
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Optional equipment
connection
HDMI connection
For enjoying sound only
You can enjoy the sound from the external device you
connect.
To the Blu-ray disc player,
DVD player, etc.
1. Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to
HDMI OUT jack on the audio device such as Blu-
ray disc player, DVD player, etc.
2. Set the input source to HDMI IN. Press repeatedly
F on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.

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For enjoying both sound and picture
You can enjoy both sound and picture from the
external device you connect.
HDMI OUT
(TV ARC)
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.
2. Connect HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of
the unit to HDMI IN jack on the TV.
3. Set the input source to HDMI IN. Press repeatedly
F on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
HDMI OUT jack is for TV connection. Even
though PCM multi channel is inputted to the
unit through an HDMI cable, the unit can only
output 2 channel to TV.
, Note
PORTABLE IN connection
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 PORTABLE IN
connector of the unit.
2. Turn the power on by pressing 1 (Power).
3. Select the PORTABLE function by pressing F
on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
4. Turn on the portable player or external device and
start playing it.

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OPTICAL IN connection
Connect an optical output jack of external devices to
the OPTICAL IN jack.
Optical cable
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 TV (or digital
device etc.)
2. Select the input source to OPTICAL by pressing
F on the remote control or F on the unit until the
function is selected.
3. Listen to sound from the connected device.
To the optical output jack of external device
Initial Multi-Room Setup
When installing the MUSICow product for the rst
time, you can choose two types of connection as
below.
Wired connection (MUSICflow
Mesh Network Connection)
Connect your speaker to the home router using LAN
cable.
Then you can connect the additional MUSICow
products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly.
Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home
Network (Additional)” on page 34.
LAN Cable
Wireless connection (Standard
Wireless Connection)
When the wired connection is unavailable between
your speaker and home router, this unit offers
music streaming service within home router’s Wi-Fi
coverage.
Connect one of the your speaker to the home router
wirelessly.
Then you can connect the additional MUSICow
products (Optional) to your home network wirelessly.
Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home
Network (Additional)” on page 36.
Wireless signal