LG MUSICflow LAS855M User manual

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HS8
Wireless Multi-room Sound Bar
MODEL
LAS855M

1 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: Do not use high voltage products
around this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This
product may malfunction due to electrical shock.
CAUTION: The apparatus shall 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 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.
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.
For models using an adapter
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.
Disposal of your old appliance
1. All electrical and electronic
products should be disposed of
separately from the municipal
waste stream via designated
collection facilities appointed
by the government or the local
authorities.
2 The correct disposal of
your old appliance will help
prevent potential negative
consequences for the
environment and human
health.
3. For more detailed information
about disposal of your old
appliance, please contact
your city office, waste disposal
service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators
Pb
1. This symbol may be combined with chemical
symbols for mercury(Hg), cadmium(Cd) or
lead(Pb) if the battery Contains more that
0.0005% of mercury,0.002% of cadmium or
0.004% of lead.
2. All batteries/accumulators should be
disposed separately from the municipal
waste stream via designated collection
facilities appointed by the government or the
local authorities.
3. The correct disposal of Your old batteries/
accumulators will help to prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment,
animal and human health.
4. For more detailed information about disposal
of Your old batteries/accumulators, please
contact Your city office, waste disposal
service or the shop where You purchased the
product.

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Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, LG Electronics European Shared Service
Center B.V., declares that this Wireless Multi-
room Sound Bar is compliant with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC. The complete Declaration
of Conformity may be requested through the
following postal address:
LG Electronics European Shared Service Center B.V.
European Standard Team
Krijgsman 1
1186 DM Amstelveen
The Netherlands
or can be requested at our dedicated DoC website:
http://www.lg.com/global/support/cedoc/cedoc#
This device is a 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wideband
transmission system, intended for use in all EU
member states and EFTA countries, with indoor use
restriction for 5 GHz band. (5150 – 5250 MHz)
This device should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the device
and your body. And this phrase is for the general
statement for consideration of user environment.
POWER: This unit operates on a mains supply of
100 - 240 V ~ 50 / 60 Hz.
Wiring: This unit is supplied with a BS 1363
approved main plug. When replacing the fuse,
always use of the same rating approved to BS 1362.
Never use this plug with the fuse cover omitted. To
obtain a replacement fuse cover
contact your dealer. If the type of plug supplied is
not suitable for the mains sockets in your home,
then the plug should be removed and a suitable
type tted. Please refer to the wiring instructions
below:
Warning: A mains plug removed from the mains
lead of this unit must be destroyed. A mains plug
with bared wires is hazardous if inserted in a mains
socket. Do not connect either wire to the earth pin,
marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol
6or coloured green or green and yellow. If any
other plug is tted, use same rating of fuse in the
plug.
Important: The wires in this mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following codes:
- BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE - As the colours of
the wires in the mains lead of this unit may not
correspond with the coloured marking identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The
wire which is coloured blue must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter
N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured
brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured red.

Table of Contents6
Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
3 Safety Information
8 Main Features
8 Introduction
9 Accessories
10 Front panel
10 Rear panel
11 Remote control
12 Installing the sound bar
12 – Installing the cover foot
12 Mounting the main unit on a wall
2 Connecting
14 Organizing cables
14 Connecting the AC Adapter
15 Wireless subwoofer connection
16 Connecting to your TV
16 – Using an OPTICAL cable
16 – LG Sound Sync
17 – Using an HDMI cable
18 – Enjoy rich sound broadcast of the
channel with the sound bar
18 – What is SIMPLINK?
19 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function
19 – Additional information for HDMI
20 Optional equipment connection
20 – HDMI connection
21 – PORT. (Portable) IN connection
21 – OPTICAL IN connection
22 Initial Multi-Room Setup
22 – Wired connection (MUSICflow Mesh
Network Connection)
22 – Wireless connection (Standard
Wireless Connection)
23 Installing “Music Flow Player” App
24 – Starting with Music Flow Player app
25 Using Media Server for PC
25 – Music Flow PC Software for windows
26 – Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials for
Mac OS
27 Connecting the speaker to your Home
Network
27 – Connecting the speaker to your
network with a LAN cable
30 – Connecting the speaker to your
Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method
(Android)
33 – Connecting the speaker to your
Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method
(iOS)
37 Connecting the speakers to your Home
Network (Additional)
37 – Connecting the additional speaker to
your network with a LAN cable
39 – Connecting the additional speaker
to your network via the Wi-Fi Setup
Method (Android)
41 Using the Bridge
41 – Use as a root device (wired to the
home router)
43 – Use as a wireless extender
3 Operating
45 Enjoying the Music with Music Flow Player
app
45 – Overview of Home menu
46 – Overview of the side menu
47 – Playing a song
48 – Overview of Playback
50 Different ways of listening to music
50 – Group Playback
51 – Surround playback
52 – Seamless playback
54 Using LG HomeChat
54 – About LG HomeChat
54 – How to start LG HomeChat
55 – Usage Examples
56 Setting the Speaker with Music Flow
Player app
57 – Overview of setting menu
57 – [General] Menu
58 – [Speakers] Menu
59 – [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu
59 – [Music Library] Menu
59 – [Account management] Menu

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2
3
4
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59 – [Time Zone] Menu
60 – [Advanced Settings] Menu
61 – [Google Cast] Menu
62 – [Version Info.] Menu
62 – [Open source licenses] Menu
63 Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology
63 – About Bluetooth
63 – Bluetooth profiles
63 – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth
Device
64 Other operations
64 – DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
64 – AV Sync
64 – Turn off the sound temporarily
65 – Displaying input source information
65 – Sleep timer setting
65 – Auto power down
65 – Using your TV remote control
66 – AUTO POWER On/Off
66 Sound adjustment
66 – Adjust volume level automatically
66 – Adjust the Treble/Bass/Sub-woofer
66 – Night mode
67 Standby mode
67 – Standby mode
67 – Network standby mode
67 Reset the Speaker
67 – Resetting the speaker
4 Troubleshooting
68 Troubleshooting
68 – General
69 – Network
70 – Application and PC Software
5 Appendix
71 File requirement
71 Trademarks and licenses
72 Specifications
74 Handling the Speaker
74 Important Information Relating to
Network Services
75 TERMS OF USE
Some of the content in this manual may dier 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 23.
(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.

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Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Designs and specications of the accessories are
subject to change without prior notice.
Remote control (1) Batteries (2)
AC adapter (1) Power cord (1)
Wall bracket (2) Wall bracket install
guide (1)
Screws (2) Cable ties for arranging
cables (4)
Foot Optical
LAN cable Cable holder

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A
Display window
B
LED indicator
Shows connection status.
C
Remote sensor
DThe buttons are located on the rear.
Front panel
A1/! (Standby/On)
- Power On
- Switching to the standby mode (page 67)
F(Function)
Selects the function and input source.
p/o(Volume)
Adjusts volume level.
(Wi-Fi)
Connects your speaker to your network.
(page 30)
(Add)
Adds the speaker to your network. (page 37)
BDC IN (AC adapter input)
CS/W download connector (For service only)
DHDMI IN / OUT (TV ARC) : HDMI input / output
EETHERNET : LAN port
FPORTABLE IN : Portable input
GOPT. IN : Optical input
Rear panel

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Remote control
Replacement of Battery
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the
Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA)
batteries with and matched correctly.
• • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • •
1(Power) :Switches the unit ON or OFF. / Switches
to the standby mode.
FUNC :Selects the function and the input source.
(Mute) :Mutes the sound.
OPTICAL :Changes input source to OPTICAL
directly.
:Adjusts sound level of Treble, Bass and Sub-
woofer.
VOL o/p:Adjusts speaker volume.
• • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • •
REPEAT :Listen to your music repeatedl-y.
C/V (Skip) :
- Skips Fast backward or Forward.
dM (Play/Pause) :Starts playback. / Pauses
playback.
INFO :Displays the input source information.
You can use these playback buttons after
play music by “Music Flow Player” App or PC
software.
, Note
• • • • • • • • • • c • • • • • • • • •
DRC :Turns on or o DRC function.
: Set Night mode to On to reduce the sound
intensity and improve neness and softness.
AUTO VOL :Turns on or o the AUTO VOLUME
mode.
AV SYNC :Synchronizes the audio and video.
SLEEP :Sets the system to turn o automatically at
a specied time.
AUTO POWER :Turns on or o AUTO POWER
function. (Refer to the page 66.)

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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. 16 - 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
Installing the cover foot
You can extend the height of the unit by using
cover foot (height : 12 mm)
1. Turn the unit upside down.
2. Peel off a sticker attached to the cover foot.
Then place it on the existing foot of the unit.
3. Press the cover foot with adequate force to get
it rmly xed.
If your TV is an LG OLED TV (Model: 55EG9600,
65EG9600), installing the supplied feet is not
recommended.
> Caution
Mounting the main
unit on a wall
You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Because it is di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 o. If the unit falls o, 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. Remove the protective vinyl of the sticker.
2. Attach and fix the cable holder as shown below.
3. Insert cables to the cable holder and lock 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

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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.
O (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.
-“WL RESET”appears on the display window
briey.
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.
-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

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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 OPT. 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 FUNC on the remote control or
Fon the unit until the function is selected.
To directly select the OPTICAL function, press
OPTICAL on the remote control.
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
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 o the unit.
-Changing the function to the others.
-Disconnecting the optical cable.
yThe amount of time to turn o this unit is
dierent depending on your TV when you
set AUTO POWER function to ON.
, Note

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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 FUNC on
the remote control or Fon 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 FUNC on
the remote control or Fon 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 o the unit directly by pressing
1(Power), LG Sound Sync (Wireless) will be
disconnected. To use this function again, you
should reconnect the TV and the unit.
, Note
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 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 FUNC 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

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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.
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/o, 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 dier from your
purpose or not work.
yDepending on a TV or a player which
is connected with this unit, SIMPLINK
operation may dier from your purpose.
, Note

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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
dier 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 o 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(15 ft).
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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Connecting20
Connecting
2
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 FUNC on the remote control or Fon
the unit until the function is selected.
For enjoying both sound and picture
You can enjoy both sound and picture from the
external device you connect.
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 FUNC on the remote control or Fon
the unit until the function is selected.
yWith the unit connected to external devices
and TV as above illustration, TV will output
picture and sound from external devices
when the unit is turned o in HDMI IN
mode.
yHDMI 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.
yAudio sources without any transformation
pass through this unit when this unit is
turned o.
, Note