OWNER’S MANUAL LG Wi-Fi Sound Bar Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL SN8YG (SN8YG, SPN8-W) 2009_Rev03 www.lg.com Copyright © 2020 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 15 Safety Information Introduction Front panel Rear panel Remote control Speakers position Installing the sound bar Mounting the unit on a wall 17 17 18 19 19 20 Network connection – Installing “Google Home” App – Launch the app to connect Wi-Fi Organizing cables (Optional) Connecting the AC Adapter Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection – Wireless subwoofer connection – Rear speakers con
Table of Contents 5 1 3 Operating 4 Troubleshooting 35 36 36 38 39 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 e-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 DC IN -- Connect to the AC adapter. B HDMI IN -- Connect HDMI IN jack on the back of the unit to HDMI OUT jack on the external device. You can enjoy the sound and picture from HDMI connection on an external device. C HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) -- Connect the HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV. D OPTICAL IN -- Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV.
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. Risk of fire or explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 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.
Getting Started 11 SOUND EFFECT -- Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT. Description AI SOUND PRO 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 (Sound tuning) -- Adjusts sound level of each speaker. Select the speaker you want to adjust by using 1 and adjust the sound level by using VOL o/p. , Adjusting rear speakers level is applied only when the rear speakers are connected. Getting Started , See the page 13 for more information of speakers.
Getting Started 13 Speakers position 1 Getting Started c c b d e a Center speaker b Front speakers c Top speakers d Subwoofer e Rear speakers a b e , You can enjoy surround sound by using Wireless Rear Speaker kit. Wireless Rear Speakers Kit sold separately (SPK8-S).
Getting Started Installing the sound bar 1 You can hear the sound by connecting the unit to the other device: TV, Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, etc. Getting Started 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. Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the device you want.
Getting Started Mounting the unit on a wall Preparation materials Unit 1 Wall bracket install guide yy Do not install this unit upside down. It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury. Wall bracket yy Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid any impact to the unit. yy When 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. You can mount the main unit on a wall.
Getting Started 1. Match the TV’s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to the position. 5. Put the unit on the brackets to match screw holes on the bottom of the unit. 1 Getting Started 6. Fix the unit with the screws firmly. 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.
Connecting 17 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 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 2 3. When the speaker is properly connected to Wi-Fi, “CONNECTED” will appear on the display window with sound. ,,Note yy Depending on wireless router status, it might not work well Wi-Fi connection. Connecting In case of iOS devices, it should be turned on Bluetooth setting on your smart device.
Connecting 19 Organizing cables (Optional) Connecting the AC Adapter You can organize the cable with cable ties. Connect the sound bar to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter. 1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown below. 2. Tighten cable ties. 1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter. 3. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. ,,Note yy After all connections are completed, you can arrange cables as needed. yy Cable ties are not provided.
Connecting Wireless subwoofer and rear speaker (Sold Separately) connection Wireless subwoofer connection 2 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. LED indicator of wireless subwoofer Connecting LED Color Status Green (Blink) The connection is trying.
Connecting 21 ,,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. It is recommended to install the main unit and the subwoofer as close as possible and avoid the cases below. Rear speakers connection (Sold Separately) Connecting the rear speakers 1.
Connecting >>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. Manually pairing wireless receiver 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. 1.
Connecting 23 Surround function ON Sound Effect Input Output No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch 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 7.1 Ch or more Connecting 7.
Connecting Surround function OFF Sound Effect Input 2.0 Ch 2 AI SOUND PRO 5.1 Ch Connecting 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 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. 1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open. 3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks. yy The wireless receiver will automatically switch to standby mode in a few minutes after the sound bar is turned off.
Connecting 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 2 Connecting 1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an OPTICAL cable. 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 supports LG Sound Sync.
Connecting 27 LG Sound Sync with wired connection Using an HDMI cable 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an optical 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 eARC/ARC) jack on the back of the unit to ARC jack on the TV using an HDMI cable. Optical cable 2 2.
Connecting ARC (Audio Return Channel) function What is SIMPLINK? The ARC function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to HDMI OUT of the unit. eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function 2 Connecting eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) features an advancement over the existing ARC (Audio Return Channel) and supports the latest high-bitrate audio formats such as DTS-HD Master Audio™, DTS:X®, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Atmos® and more.
Connecting 29 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. - The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.
Connecting 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 31 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 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 Bluray disc player, DVD player, etc. 2. Select the input source to HDMI by pressing F repeatedly. 1.
Connecting 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 35. 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 33 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. yy The exFAT file systems are not supported on this unit. (FAT16/FAT32/NTFS systems are available.) yy Depending on some devices, it may not available to recognize the followings on this unit.
Connecting ,,Note yy Folders and files on the USB are recognized as below. : Folder *ROOT : File a C D 2 Connecting E 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 35 ,,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. During playback, press N. During playback, press V on the remote control to go to the next file.
Operating 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 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 37 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.” 4. Alarms “Set an alarm” , “Set an alarm for 9am”, “Wake me up at 9am”, “What alarms are set?” 6. Volume “Volume level 3.”, “Maximum volume.”, “Mute.
Operating Reference site for Google Assistant Help 3 Operating Set up the Google Assistant on your speakers 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.
Operating 39 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 Turns off your LG TV. 3 Power LG TV off 2. Connect your Sound Bar and TV by using an HDMI cable. 3. Say a voice command. See the following tables.
Operating Sound Bar Commands Turn off LG sound bar Power off LG sound bar Switch function to Enable function Set function to 3 Operating Set sound effect Action 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. STANDARD Changes the sound effect to STANDARD.
Operating 41 “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 18) Enjoying music on your device and home network server You can listen to the music on your smart device and home network server. You can enjoy music contents through this sound bar with Chromecast enabled apps.
Operating 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. 3 Operating Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth wireless technology does not incur any charges.
Operating 43 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. According to your Bluetooth device’s volume level, the volume level of Bluetooth will be adjusted.
Operating 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. 3 ,,Note Operating yy Only Android OS and iOS is available to use this function..
Operating 45 Other operations AUTO POWER On/Off Using your TV remote control To turn on this function, press AUTO POWER on the remote control 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 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 47 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. Press and hold the > on the unit until you hear the beep sound once. You can see “RESET” on the display window.
Troubleshooting 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 49 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 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 51 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 File requirement Available File extensions: “.mp3”, “.aac”, “.ogg”, “.flac”, “.wav” Sampling Frequency MP3: OGG: AAC: FLAC: within 32 to 48 kHz within 32 to 48 kHz within 32 to 48 kHz 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (16 bit/ 24 bit) WAV: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (16 bit/ 24 bit) Bitrate resolution MP3: OGG: AAC: For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Appendix 53 Specifications General Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit. AC adapter Model: DA-50F25 Manufacturer : Asian Power Devices Inc. Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz Output: 25 V 0 2 A Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 1060.0 mm x 57.0 mm x 119.0 mm (with foot) (41.7 inch x 2.2 inch x 4.7 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.
Appendix 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 55 Handling the Unit When shipping the Unit Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit 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 unit. yy Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface. yy Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time.
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