OWNER’S MANUAL Mini Hi-Fi System Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL CJ88 (CJ88, CJS88F, CJS88W) MFL69730040 1901_Rev01 www.lg.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 CAUTION concerning the Power Cord The Power Plug is the disconnecting device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily accessible. 3 CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. Symbols ~ Refers to alternating current (AC). 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 3 Operating 2 4 6 7 7 7 7 8 10 12 Safety Information Table of Contents Unique Features Playable file Requirement – Music file requirement – Compatible USB Devices – USB device requirement Remote control Front panel Rear panel 17 17 17 18 2 Connecting 13 13 14 14 How to affix the ferrite core – Affix the ferrite core for power cord Connecting to speakers – Attaching the speaker light cables to the unit Optional Equipment Connection – AUX IN
Table of Contents 36 36 37 37 38 38 38 39 40 – Dimmer – Auto power down – AUTO POWER On – Auto function change Setting the Clock – Setting the Clock through “Music Flow Bluetooth” App – Using your player as an alarm clock LG Sound Sync WIRELESS PARTY LINK Connection 4 Troubleshooting 41 41 Troubleshooting – General 5 Appendix 43 44 44 45 45 45 General specifications Speakers specifications Trademarks and Licenses Maintenance – Notes on Discs – Handling the Unit 5 1 2 3 4 5
Getting Started Unique Features 1 BLUETOOTH® Getting Started Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device. Portable In Listens to music from your portable device. (MP3, Notebook, etc.) Playback effects Listens to music with various sound and playback effects. USB Direct Recording Records music to your USB device. Music Flow Bluetooth Music Flow Bluetooth is an app designed to let you take control of some of LG’s latest audio devices.
Getting Started 7 Playable file Requirement yy MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player. Music file requirement yy The USB function of this unit does not support all USB devices. yy Sampling frequency : within 32 to 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 to 48 kHz (WMA) yy Bit rate : within 32 to 320 kbps (MP3), 40 to 192 kbps (WMA) yy Maximum files : Data CD : 999 / USB : 2,000 yy USB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB2.0 or USB1.1.
Getting Started Remote control • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a• • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 (Standby) : Turns the power on or off. B (Open/Close) : Opens and closes the disc tray. VOL (Volume) +/- : Adjusts speaker volume. 1 Getting Started F (Function) : Selects the function and input source. Input source / Function Disc Display CD USB USB1 / USB2 AUX input AUX Portable input PORTABLE Bluetooth BT LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV Radio FM (Mute) : Mutes the sound.
Getting Started 9 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • c• • • • • • • • • • • • • • REPEAT : Listens to your tracks/files repeatedly or randomly. 0 to 9 numerical buttons : Selects numbered tracks, files, or preset number. TUNING-/+ : Selects the radio stations. CLOCK : Sets a clock and checks a time. C/V (Skip/Search) : -- Skips backward or forward. ALARM : With the ALARM function you can turn on CD, USB play and tuner reception at a desired time. -- Searches for a section within a track/file.
Getting Started Front panel a bc 1 d e f g hi Getting Started t j s k r q p a 1 (Standby) Turns the power on or off. b USB REC / DEMO - Records to USB. - In power off status, if you press USB REC / DEMO, show DEMO mode. c USB 1 Port You can play sound files by connecting the USB device. d PARTY THRUSTER MODE Selects PARTY THRUSTER mode. I (Stop) Stops playback or cancels DELETE function. on m l f DJ LOOP Selects DJ LOOP mode. (DJ LOOP mode can use during CD/USB playback.
Getting Started i WIRELESS LINK - Selects MASTER or SLAVE on WIRELESS PARTY LINK mode. - Enable or disable WIRELESS PARTY LINK mode. VOCAL EFFECTS Selects VOCAL EFFECTS mode. VOICE CANCELLER You can enjoy the function while playing the music, by reducing singer vocal of music in the various source. ECHO Selects ECHO mode. k MASTER VOLUME / MULTI JOG - Adjust speaker volume. - Selects lighting mode and vocal effects mode. l PORT.
Getting Started r q p on m l Rear panel 1 Getting Started a b c d e a Power cord >>Caution yy Connect the power cord to wall outlet directly if possible. Or when you use an extension cable, it is highly recommended to use an extension cable of 110 V / 15 A or 230 V / 15 A, otherwise the unit may not operate properly because of the lack of power supply. yy Do not overload the extension cord with excessive electrical load. b ANTENNA (FM) c AUX IN (L/R) Connect an auxiliary device.
Connecting 13 How to affix the ferrite core Ferrite core may not be provided depending on each nation’s regulations. Affix the ferrite core for power cord 1. Pull the stopper [a] of the ferrite core to open. 2. Wind the power cord around the ferrite core twice. 3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks. Connecting You must affix a ferrite core in order to reduce or eliminate electrical interference.
Connecting Connecting to speakers Connect the speaker cable plugs to the SPEAKERS connector. Make sure to connect the speaker’s plug to the corresponding colored speaker connector when connecting the plug. 2 Attaching the speaker light cables to the unit Connecting To connect the speaker light cable to the unit, insert the cable to SPEAKER LIGHTING SYSTEM connectors on the unit. >>Caution yy Do not try to lift the speaker alone. It needs two persons to lift the speaker.
Connecting 15 Optional Equipment Connection PORT. IN Connection Connect an output (earphone or line out) of portable device (MP3 or PMP etc) to the PORT. IN (3.5 mm) connector. AUX IN Connection Connect an output of auxiliary device (Camcorder, TV, Player, etc) to the AUX IN (L/R) connector. 2 Connecting If your device has only one output for audio(mono), connect it to the left(white) audio jack on the unit. Portable cable White Audio cable Red MP3 player etc. DVD, Blu-ray player etc.
Connecting USB Connection Antenna Connection Connect a USB device (or MP3 player, etc.) to the USB ports on the unit. Connect the supplied FM antenna for listening to the radio. USB device Connect the FM wire antenna to the FM antenna connector. FM antenna 2 Connecting ,,Note Removing the USB device from the unit : 1. Choose a different function/mode or press Z on the remote control or I on the unit twice in a row. 2. Remove the USB device from the unit.
Operating 17 Basic Operations CD/USB Operations 1. Insert the disc by pressing B on the remote control or R on the unit. Or connect the USB device to the USB port. 2. Select CD or USB function by pressing F. To Do this Stop Press Z on the remote control or I on the unit. Playback Press N on the remote control or T on the unit. ,,Note yy The display changes in the following order.
Operating Selecting a folder and an MP3/WMA file On the unit 1. Press SEARCH and rotate SCRATCH / SEARCH & LEVEL CONTROL until a desired file appears. You can also search a folder if you press SEARCH again. ,,Note yy CD/USB Folders/Files are recognized as below. * 2. Press OK or T to play the selected file. When you search a folder, press OK to select a file in the folder, then press OK or T again. The selected file is played. 3 On the remote control Operating 1.
Operating 19 Deleting a file/folder or format You can delete file, folder on your USB or format the USB. 1. Select USB function by pressing F. 2. - Deletes file : Select the file you want to delete and select “DEL FILE” by pressing DELETE on the remote control. - Deletes folder : Select the folder you want to delete and select “DEL DIR” by pressing DELETE on the remote control.
Operating AUTO DJ DJ PRO Auto DJ blends the end of one song into the beginning of another for seamless playback. It equalizes volume across tracks/files for uninterrupted playback. It allows you to mix CLUB, DRUM or USER sound effect. Each mode has up to 4 sounds effect. Press AUTO DJ on the remote control repeatedly, the display changes as followings. AUTO DJ RANDOM AUTO DJ OFF AUTO DJ SEQUENTIAL 2. Press DJ PRO pad (1, 2, 3, 4) of desired sound on the unit.
Operating 21 DJ LOOP The certain section (about 1 sec) of sound is repeatedly played. (CD, USB only) During playback, press and hold DJ LOOP on the unit at the point you want. And you can cancel DJ LOOP function by releasing it. ,,Note This function is released after operating 10 times or releasing DJ LOOP on the unit. It allows you to create a party atmosphere. 3 1. Select the mode by pressing PARTY THRUSTER MODE on the unit. The sound effect will react differently according to the mode.
Operating Using BLUETOOTH® wireless technology Listening to music stored on the Bluetooth devices About Bluetooth Before you start the pairing procedure, make sure the Bluetooth feature is activated on your Bluetooth device. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide. Once a pairing operation is performed, it does not need to be performed again. Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for short range connection.
Operating 23 3. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED” appears on the display window and change to Bluetooth device name soon. Then “BT” will appear on the display window. ,,Note yy “PAIRED” will momentarily appear on the display when you connect other devices for multi pairing. yy If the device name is unavailable, “_” will be displayed. 4. Listen to music. To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device, refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
Operating ,,Note yy The sound may be interrupted when the connection has interference from other electronic devices. yy Depending on the type of the device, you may not be able to use the Bluetooth function. yy You can enjoy wireless system using phone, MP3, Notebook, etc. yy The more distance between the unit and the Bluetooth device, the lower the sound quality becomes. 3 yy Bluetooth connection will be disconnected when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth device gets far from the unit.
Operating 25 Using the Music Flow Bluetooth App ,,Note yy Only Android OS is available to use “Music Flow Bluetooth” app with this unit. yy It is recommended to use the latest version of app. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto Your Bluetooth Device There are two ways to install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app onto your Bluetooth device. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App through QR code 1. Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app through QR code. Use the scanning software to scan the QR code.
Operating Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App through “Google Android Market (Google Play Store)” 1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play Store)” icon. Activate Bluetooth with “Music Flow Bluetooth” App “Music Flow Bluetooth” app helps to connect your Bluetooth device to this unit. 2. In the search bar, type in the “Music Flow Bluetooth” and search it. 1. Tap “Music Flow Bluetooth” app icon on the home screen to open “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, and go to the main menu. 3.
Operating 27 Radio Operations Be sure that both FM aerials are connected. (Page 16) Listening to the radio 1. Press F until FM appears in the display window. The last received station is tuned in. 2. Auto tuning : Press and hold TUNING-/+ on the remote control or Y/U on the unit for about two seconds until the frequency indication starts to change, then release. Scanning stops when the unit tunes in a station. Manual tuning : Press TUNING-/+ on the remote control or Y/U on the unit repeatedly. 3.
Operating Sound adjustment Setting the sound mode This system has a number of pre-set surround sound fields. The displayed items for the equalizer may be different depending on sound sources and effects. You can select a desired sound mode by using SOUND EFFECT on the remote control. On Display 3 BASS (BASS BLAST) Operating POP CLASSIC ROCK JAZZ Description Reinforces the treble, bass and surround sound effect.
Operating 29 Advanced Operations Recording to USB You can record a various sound source to USB. (CD, USB1, AUX, PORTABLE, FM) 1. Connect the USB device to the unit. 2. Press F to select a function you want to record. 3. Start the recording by pressing USB REC on the remote control or USB REC / DEMO on the unit. Function Status Result Pausing recording During CD/USB playback or pause, or external sound source recording, press USB REC on the remote control or USB REC / DEMO on the unit to pause recording.
Operating ,,Note yy For stable recording, the output sound level goes down on its own when you record music from CD to USB. yy You can only change volume level between MIN and 30 during recording. (Only CD function) 3 ,,Note yy You can record various sound using DJ EFFECT, SCRATCH, DJ PRO or MIC. (Except when recording USB/ CD that are in stop status.) yy You can control recorded microphone sound according to microphone volume.
Operating 31 JUKE BOX Playback Editing JUKE BOX JUKE BOX function enables you to make a playlist of your favorite tracks/files from a disc or USB device. A playlist of up to 100 tracks/files can be entered. 1. Press and hold JUKEBOX/MEMORY on the remote control to enter the edit mode. (Playing will be stopped when you press JUKEBOX/MEMORY on the remote control.) Making JUKE BOX list 2. Press PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote control to select a track/file to edit. 1.
Operating Other Operations Turn off the sound temporarily Press on the remote control to mute your sound. You can mute your unit, for example, to answer the telephone, the “MUTE” will appear in the display window. To cancel it, press on the remote control again or change the volume level. CHILDSAFE Mode 3 Operating This function helps to prevent you from being surprised when you turn on the unit in case that the volume of the unit is set at a high level.
Operating 33 Using Microphone 1. Connect your microphone to the MIC jack. 2. Play the music you want. 3. Sing along with the accompaniment. Adjust the microphone volume by pressing MIC +/- on the unit. ,,Note yy When not using the microphone, set the MIC volume to minimum or turn off the MIC and remove the microphone from the MIC jack. yy If the microphone is set too near the speaker, a howling sound may be produced.
Operating KEY CHANGER VOCAL EFFECTS You can adjust the key to 9 steps (4 steps higher, 4 steps lower and the original key). When you connect your microphone to the MIC jack, you can enjoy karaoke function by changing voice in the various source. yy To sharp the key one by one, press KEY CHANGER( ) repeatedly during playback. yy To flatten the key one by one, press KEY CHANGER( ) repeatedly during playback. ,,Note yy This function is available CD, USB or BT (Bluetooth) function.
Operating 35 ECHO When you connect your microphone to the MIC jack, you can give an echo effect to the sound from the microphones by pressing ECHO. ECHO 1 ECHO 2 ,,Note ECHO OFF yy If a microphone is not connected, “INSERT MIC” appears in the display window. yy If you press VOCAL EFFECTS button on ECHO mode, after backing up current ECHO, turn off ECHO mode and operate VOCAL EFFECTS mode. Press ECHO again, after backing up current VOCAL EFFECTS, operate ECHO mode.
Operating Sleep Timer Setting Auto power down Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly to select delay time between 10 and 180 minutes. After the delay time, the unit will be turned off. This unit will turn itself off to save electricity in the case were the main unit is not connected to an external device and is not used for 15 minutes. The unit will also turn itself off after six hours if the main unit has been connected to another device using the analog inputs.
Operating 37 AUTO POWER On Auto function change This unit automatically turns on by an input source : LG TV or Bluetooth This unit recognizes input signals such as Bluetooth and LG TV or connected portable device, and then changes suitable function automatically. When you turn on your TV connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input signal and selects the suitable function. You can hear the sound from the unit.
Operating Setting the Clock 1. Turn the unit on. 1. Turn the unit on. 2. Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control. 2. Press and hold ALARM on the remote control. 3. Select time mode by pressing C/V on the remote control. 3. Press C/V on the remote control to change the hours and minutes and press SET on the remote control to save. - AM 12:00 (for an AM and PM display) or 0:00 (for a 24 hour display) 4. Press SET on the remote control to confirm your selection. 5.
Operating 39 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 LG TV that supports LG Sound Sync. Make sure your TV has the LG Sound Sync logo. 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. 1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1. 3.
Operating WIRELESS PARTY LINK Connection The output sound of (MASTER) unit is expanded to (SLAVE) unit. It is compatible with unit that supports WIRELESS PARTY LINK. The name of function about sound expansion between the compatible products wired or wirelessly was changed to PARTY LINK or WIRELESS PARTY LINK. 3 ,,Note yy If you using the LG Sound Sync, this function is not available. If you connect the LG TV function, “NOT SUPPORT” appears in the display window.
Troubleshooting 41 Troubleshooting General Problem Cause & Solution yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn them on again. The unit does not work properly 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.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause & Solution yy The remote control is too far from the unit. Operate the remote control within about 7 m (23 feet). The remote control does yy There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit. Remove the obstacle. not work properly yy The batteries in the remote control are exhausted. Replace the batteries with new ones. No speaker light LG Sound Sync does not work 4 yy Check whether the speaker light cables are connected to the unit correctly.
Appendix 43 General 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. 450 mm x 170 mm x 349 mm (Approx. 17.71 inch x 6.69 inch x 13.74 inch) Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity 60 % Inputs Analog audio in (AUX IN) 2.0 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB), 600 Ω, RCA jack (L, R) . Portable in (PORT. IN) 1.0 Vrms (3.
Appendix Speakers specifications Front speaker Type Impedance Rated Input power Max. Input power Dimensions (W x H x D) HIGH : 1 Way 1 Speaker MID : 1 Way 1 Speaker HIGH : 6 Ω MID : 6 Ω HIGH : 585 W RMS MID : 590 W RMS HIGH : 1,170 W RMS MID : 1,180 W RMS Approx. 320 mm x 454 mm x 309 mm (Approx. 12.59 inch x 17.87 inch x 12.16 inch) Subwoofer 5 Appendix Type 1 Way 1 Speaker Impedance 6Ω Rated Input Power 550 W RMS Max. Input power 1,100 W RMS Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx.
Appendix 45 Maintenance Handling the Unit When shipping the unit Notes on Discs Handling Discs Never stick paper or tape on the disc. Storing Discs 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 After playing, store the disc in its case.
