OWNER’S MANUAL LG Wi-Fi Sound Bar Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL SL9YG (SL9YG, SPL8-W) 1903_Rev01 www.lge.com Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Getting Started Safety Information 1 CAUTION Getting Started RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Getting Started 3 Symbols ~ Refers to alternating current (AC). 0 Refers to direct current (DC). 1 Refers to class II equipment. Getting Started 1 Refers to stand-by. ! Refers to “ON” (power). Refers to dangerous voltage.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 2 Connecting 2 6 7 9 10 13 14 Safety Information Introduction Front panel Rear panel Remote control Installing the sound bar Mounting the main unit on a wall 16 16 17 18 18 Network connection – Installing “Google Home” App – Launch the app to connect Wi-Fi Organizing a power cord Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection – Wireless subwoofer connection – Rear speakers connection (Sold Separately) – Surround sound – How t
Table of Contents 5 1 3 Operating 4 Troubleshooting 36 37 37 39 40 USB operation How to use the Google Assistant – Talk to the Google Assistant – Reference site for Google Assistant Help Control your TV and Sound Bar with Voice command – Available voice commands “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” – Installing “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” App Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology – About Bluetooth – Bluetooth profiles – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device Other operations – Using your TV remote control – AUTO POWER On/Of
Getting Started Introduction Symbol used in this manual 1 Getting Started ,,Note Indicates special notes and operating features. >>Caution Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.
Getting Started 7 Front panel 1 Getting Started 1 (Standby) -- Switches the unit ON or OFF. F (Function) -- Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly. Input source / Function Display Wi-Fi WI-FI Bluetooth BT Optical ARC OPT/HDMI ARC LG Sound Sync (Wired) A HDMI IN HDMI USB USB , You can use Bluetooth function after making Wi-Fi network connection by using Google Home app. o/p (Volume) -- Adjusts volume level. N -- Starts playback. / Pauses playback.
Getting Started 8 B Microphone C Remote sensor Google Assistant LED -- Changes LED status according to Google Assistant performance. 1 Getting Started LED D E Status Description All four LEDs are on. Ready to listen to your voice command. All four LEDs blink. Responds to your voice command. Microphone is off and the solid amber LED will be on. Voice recognition is disable Display Window -- Display window will be darkened automatically if there is no key input for 15 seconds.
Getting Started 9 Rear panel 1 Getting Started A USB Port -- Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit. B OPTICAL IN -- Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV. C HDMI OUT (TV ARC) -- Connect the HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV. D HDMI IN -- Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device.
Getting Started Remote control 1 Replacement of Battery Getting Started Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert the battery with 4 and 5 matched correctly. 1 (Standby) -- Switches the unit ON or OFF. a b yy Networked standby: It allows the unit to switch to standby mode. To turn on Networked standby function, Press 1. To turn off Networked standby function, press 1 for about 3 seconds. VOL (Volume) o/p -- Adjusts speaker volume.
Getting Started 11 SOUND EFFECT -- Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT. Description ASC (Adaptive Sound Control) Analyzes the property of the input sound and provides the sound optimized for the content in real time. BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ Reinforces the bass and powerful sound. STANDARD You can enjoy premium sound with MERIDIAN technology. MOVIE You can enjoy more immersive and cinematic surround sound. MUSIC You can enjoy more good sound for music source.
Getting Started h 1 i Getting Started j k F (Function) -- Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly. [ (Mute) -- Press [ to mute your unit. To cancel it, press [ again. -- Enables Google Assistant to receive your voice commands while watching TV (not necessary when listening to music through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, you can just say “Hey Google”). again. (Page 37) To cancel it, press >(Mic mute) -- Disables the detect voice recognition by pressing >.
Getting Started 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. 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 reflections. For the best surround sound, place the speakers as shown below.
Getting Started Mounting the main unit on a wall 1 1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to the position. You can mount the main unit on a wall. Getting Started >>Caution Because it is difficult to make a connection after installing this unit, you should connect the cables before installation. 2. When you mount it on a wall (concrete), use the wall plugs. You should drill some holes.
Getting Started 5. Attach the support rubber on the guide line of back panel. 15 MBM65622816 1 7. Fix the hooks of the unit on the brackets as shown below. ,,Note To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order. >>Caution yy Do not install this unit upside down. It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury. yy Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid any impact to the unit. yy Secure the unit firmly to the wall so that it does not fall off.
Connecting Network connection You can enjoy various functions of this sound bar by connecting to network and your smart device with “Google Home” app. Installing “Google Home” App The “Google Home” app allows you to use various functions of this speaker through your smart device. Requirements before setup yy A wireless router must be connected to the internet. A smart device such as Android or iOS devices must be connected to the wireless router via Wi-Fi connection.
Connecting 17 Launch the app to connect Wi-Fi Make sure your smart device Wi-Fi feature is turned on. Once a connecting operation is performed, it does not need to be performed again. ,,Note yy Depending on wireless router status, it might not work well Wi-Fi connection. In case of iOS devices, it should be turned on Bluetooth setting on your smart device. yy It is recommended that you use Wi-Fi Group Play with less than 5 speakers. 1. Tap the “Google Home” icon to launch the app.
Connecting Organizing a power cord You can organize the Power cord along a groove. Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection Wireless subwoofer connection 2 LED indicator of wireless subwoofer Connecting 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.
Connecting 19 Manually pairing wireless subwoofer When your connection is not completed, you can check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve the problem, follow the steps below. 1. Press Pairing on the rear of the wireless subwoofer. ,,Note yy It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) for the main unit and the subwoofer to communicate with each other and make sounds. yy The closer the main unit and the subwoofer, the better sound quality.
Connecting Rear speakers connection (Sold Separately) Connecting the rear speakers 1. Connect the black stripe wire to the terminal marked - (minus) and the other end to the terminal marked + (plus). >>Caution yy Use the speaker supplied with this unit only. Using any other speaker may cause malfunction. yy Be sure to match the speaker cable to the appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and – to –. If the cables are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.
Connecting 21 Manually pairing wireless receiver Surround sound When your connection is not completed, you can see the red LED on the wireless receiver and rear speakers do not make sound. To solve the problem, follow the below steps. You can enjoy magnificent surround sound for all the input sound source with rear speakers. 1. Press PAIRING on the rear of the wireless receiver. If you turn on the surround function, the whole speaker outputs sound.
Connecting Installed horizontally Surround function ON Sound Effect Input 2.0 Ch 2 Connecting ASC 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MOVIE 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MUSIC 5.1 Ch 7.
Connecting 23 Surround function OFF Sound Effect Output Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch DTS 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch DTS STANDARD 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MOVIE 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch DTS MUSIC 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.
Connecting Wall mounted Surround function ON Sound Effect Input 2.0 Ch 2 Connecting ASC 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MOVIE 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MUSIC 5.1 Ch 7.
Connecting 25 Surround function OFF Sound Effect Output Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch DTS 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch DTS STANDARD 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch MOVIE 5.1 Ch 7.1 Ch or more 2.0 Ch DTS MUSIC 5.1 Ch Dolby Others 7.
Connecting How to Affix the Ferrite Core Ferrite core may not be provided depending on each nation’s regulations. Affix the Ferrite Core for speaker cables You must affix a ferrite core in order to reduce or eliminate electrical interference. 2 1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open. Connecting 2. Wind the speaker cables around the ferrite core twice. 3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks. ,,Note yy If there is a strong electromagnetic wave product nearby, interference may occur.
Connecting 27 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 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 supports LG Sound Sync. Make sure of the LG Sound Sync logo is on your TV.
Connecting LG Sound Sync with wired connection 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an optical cable. 2 Optical cable Connecting 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. 4. Select the input source to OPT/HDMI ARC by pressing F repeatedly. You can see “LGOPT” on the display window if connecting normally between this unit and your TV.
Connecting 29 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. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT (TV ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV using an HDMI cable. ARC (Audio Return Channel) function The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit.
Connecting Additional information for HDMI HDMI cable Checklist yy When you connect an HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following: Some HDMI cables have poor signal transmission, which can cause problems with sound and video transmission. - 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. 2 - The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.
Connecting 31 Optional equipment connection DOLBY ATMOS® What is DOLBY ATMOS®? 2 Connecting Dolby Atmos gives you amazing experience you’ve never before by overhead sound, and all the richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound. DTS:X® What is DTS:X®? In the real world, sound is all around us, moving freely in any direction. DTS:X® is immersed in this natural, multi-dimensional sound experience as we go about our daily lives.
Connecting HDMI IN connection OPTICAL IN connection You can enjoy the sound from the external device which is connected to HDMI IN jack on this unit. Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPTICAL IN jack. Optical cable 2 Connecting 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 external device. To the Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. 1.
Connecting 33 Optional equipment connection USB connection You can enjoy both sound and picture from the external device you connect. Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit. 2 Connecting OR For more information of playing files on a USB, refer to the page 36. Removing the USB Device from the unit 1. Connect HDMI IN jack of your TV to HDMI OUT jack on the external device such as Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. 2.
Connecting USB device requirement Playable file yy Devices which require additional program installation connected to a computer, are not supported. Sampling Frequency yy Do not extract the USB device while in operation. yy For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a few minutes to be searched. 2 Connecting yy To prevent data loss, back up all data. yy The unit’s USB Port cannot be connected to PC. The unit can not be used as a storage device.
Connecting 35 ,,Note yy Folders and files on the USB are recognized as below. : Folder : File a C D 2 b F G c H I A d J B yy If there is no file in a folder, the folder will not appear. yy File will be played from file $A to file $J one by one. yy Files will be played in order recorded and it may be different depending on the record circumstances. yy This unit can display file or folder names that contain numbers or English characters only.
Operating ,,Note USB operation 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port. yy The resume point may be cleared when you pull out the power cord or removing the USB device from the unit. 2. Select the USB function by pressing F repeatedly. yy Repeat/Random playback operates as follows. To Playback Pause Do this Press N. Description OFF Plays songs on USB device in order. ONE Plays a same song repeatedly. During playback, press N.
Operating 37 How to use the Google Assistant Talk to the Google Assistant You can use a variety of voice commands to control this speaker with the Google Assistant. Try to say a voice command to the speaker. The speaker will activate the Google Assistant and perform your voice command. Hey, Google. Set the alarm at 4 PM. 3. Just say the thing you want to do. Then the speaker recognizes and performs your voice command. 4. After a few seconds, the Google Assistant will respond to your command.
Operating Voice command 1. Time “What time is it?”, “What time is it now?”, “What time is it in Spain?” 2. Weather “What’s the weather?”, “What’s the weather this weekend?”, “What’s the weather in Paris?”, “Will it rain tomorrow?” 3. Plan “Tell me about my day.”, “What’s my next meeting?”, “Set a reminder to check schedule at 6pm.” 3 4. Alarms “Set an alarm” , “Set an alarm for 9am”, “Wake me up at 9am”, “What alarms are set?” Operating 5. Music “Play the music.”, “Next song.”, “Previous song.
Operating 39 Reference site for Google Assistant Help https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7538816 Listen to music https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7539710 Play music on your TV or speakers https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7539867 Play TV shows & movies https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7539991 Control smart home devices https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7540703 Create a shopping list https://support.google.
Operating Control your TV and Sound Bar with Voice command Available voice commands LG TV Commands Action Turn on LG TV Turn LG TV on Power on LG TV Turns on your LG TV. Power LG TV on HDMI cable Turn off LG TV Turn LG TV off Power off LG TV 3 Turns off your LG TV. Power LG TV off Operating 1. Connect your Sound Bar to Wi-Fi by using Google Home app. 2. Connect your Sound Bar and TV by using an HDMI cable. 3. Say a voice command. See the following tables.
Operating 41 Sound Bar Commands Turn off LG sound bar Power off LG sound bar Enable function Set function to Set sound effect Turns off your LG Sound Bar. Wi-Fi network Changes to the Wi-Fi function. BLUETOOTH Changes to the BT (Bluetooth) function. OPTICAL Changes to the Optical function. HDMI ARC Changes to the HDMI ARC function. HDMI Changes to the HDMI function. USB Changes to the USB function. 3 STANDARD Changes the sound effect to STANDARD. ASC Changes the sound effect to ASC.
Operating “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” The “LG Wi-Fi Speaker”app is provided by LG Electronics. This app allows you to use various functions of this speaker through your smart device: Requirements before using You should connect to Wi-Fi by using “Google Home” app prior using this app. (Page 17) Enjoying music on your device and home network server 3 You can listen to the music on your smart device and home network server.
Operating 43 Using a Bluetooth Wireless Technology About Bluetooth Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for short range connection. The sound may be interrupted when the connection interfered by the other electronic wave or you connect the Bluetooth in the other rooms. yy Available Devices: Smart phone, MP3, Notebook, etc. yy Version: 5.0 yy Codec: SBC Bluetooth profiles In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, devices must be able to interpret certain profiles.
Operating 5. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED” [ your device’s name [ “BT” appears on the display window. ,,Note yy If it is unavailable to display device name on the unit, “-” will be displayed. yy To check the connected device’s name, press J on the remote control. The connected Bluetooth device’s name is displayed. 6. Listen to music. 3 To play music in your Bluetooth device, refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Operating 45 Using Voice command to connect Bluetooth If the speaker has paired to a Bluetooth device before, you can use “Google Assistant” to connect Bluetooth. Say “Connect”, “Connect to Bluetooth” or “Hey Bluetooth”. To disconnect it, say “Cancel”, “Unpair devices” or “Clear all devices”. Controls connected Bluetooth device You can control the connected Bluetooth device from the unit; play, pause, skip, volume.
Operating Other operations AUTO POWER On/Off Using your TV remote control To turn on this function, press and hold J on the remote control for about 3 seconds and press it once again while “OFF - AUTO POWER” is scrolled. You can control some functions of this unit by your TV remote control even by other company’s product. Controllable functions are volume up/down and mute. Press and hold SOUND EFFECT on the remote control for about 3 seconds.
Operating 47 Auto function change This sound bar recognizes input signals such as Optical, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, and “LG Wi-Fi Speaker” app and then changes suitable function automatically. When you turn on your TV or an external device When you turn on your TV or an external device connected by the one among Optical, LG Sound Sync (Optical), or HDMI ARC, this sound bar will change to a suitable function so you can listen to the sound through it.
Operating Standby mode Reset the Speaker The speaker switches to the standby mode if there is no music playback or no button operation. If the speaker doesn’t respond, reset the speaker. Standby mode If you press and hold 1 for about 3 seconds, the speaker switches to the standby mode. Then “GOODBYE” appears on the display window. And all wireless network ports are deactivated. Networked standby mode 3 Option 1.
Troubleshooting 49 Troubleshooting General Symptoms Cause & Solution The unit does not work properly. yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn them on again. yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again. yy Previous setting may not be saved when device power is shut off. The power does not turn on.
Troubleshooting Symptoms Cause & Solution When you feel the output sound of the unit is low. Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them. yy Switch the state of DRC function to [OFF] by using “LG Wi-Fi Speaker”. yy With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting on TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
Troubleshooting 51 Network Symptoms Cause & Solution Cannot connect the speaker to your home network. yy The wireless communication may be interrupted from household devices that are using radio frequencies. Move the speaker away from them. yy Check your router. Try turning it off and back on. yy Check that the Wi-Fi feature is turned on in your smart device. yy Check that the speaker and your smart device are connected to same Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi connection does not work well.
Troubleshooting NOTES to use wireless Symptoms Cause & Solution This device may have wireless interference. yy Wireless may not operate normally in weak signal area. yy Please install the device close enough to wireless subwoofer. yy Do not install the device on metal furniture for optimum performance. Bluetooth device may malfunction or make noise in the following cases. yy When any part of your body contact the transceiver of the Bluetooth device or sound bar.
Appendix 53 File requirement Available File extensions: “.mp3”, “.aac”, “.ogg” Sampling Frequency: MP3: within 32 to 48 kHz OGG: within 32 to 48 kHz AAC: within 8 to 48 kHz Bitrate resolution: MP3: within 8 to 320 kbps OGG: within 64 to 320 kbps AAC: within 8 to 320 kbps yy The file requirements are not always compatible. There may have some restrictions by file features and media server’s ability. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Appendix Specifications General Power requirements Refer to the main label on the unit. Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit. Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 1220.0 mm x 57.0 mm x 145.0 mm (with foot) (48.0 inch x 2.2 inch x 5.7 inch) Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % Bus Power Supply (USB) 5 V 0 500 mA Available Digital Input Audio Sampling Frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.
Appendix 55 Wireless subwoofer Power requirements Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Power consumption Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Type 1 Way 1 Speaker Impedance 3Ω Rated Input Power 220 W RMS Max. Input Power 440 W RMS Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 221.0 mm x 390.0 mm x 312.8 mm (8.7 inch x 15.4 inch x 12.3 inch) System Wireless LAN (Internal antenna) 802.
Appendix Handling the Speaker When shipping the speaker Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the speaker, for maximum protection, re-pack the speaker as it was originally packed at the factory. Keeping the exterior surfaces clean yy Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the speaker. yy Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface. yy Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the speaker for a long period of time.
Appendix 57 TERMS OF USE We do not accept any responsibility if for any reason the Services or any part of them are unavailable at any time or for any period. These Terms of Use apply to those individuals and groups who use LG’s Wi-Fi speaker, any software(s) associated with LG Wi-Fi speaker, this application and any services associated this application (collectively “LG Software”).
Appendix We may impose limits on the use of or access to certain third party content, application or services, in any case without notice or liability. We expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any change, interruption, disabling, removal of or suspension of any content, application or service made available through this LG Software. We are neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content, application and services.
Appendix 59 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.
