Page 2
Getting Started Safety Information NOTICE: For safety marking information including product identification and supply ratings, please refer to the main label on the bottom or the other surface CAUTION of the product. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION concerning the Power Cord DO NOT OPEN The Power Plug is the disconnecting device.
Page 3
Getting Started CAUTION: Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device. Do not use a power supply from another device or another manufacturer. Using any other power cable or power supply may cause damage to the device and void your warranty. Symbols Refers to alternating current (AC).
– Rear speakers connection – Surround sound – How to Affix the Ferrite Core Connecting to your TV – Using an OPTICAL cable – LG Sound Sync Optional equipment connection – OPTICAL IN connection – USB connection – Compatible USB devices –...
Page 5
Handling the Speaker – Listening to Music of a Bluetooth Device – Controls connected Bluetooth device – Bluetooth connection lock (BT LOCK) Using BLUETOOTH App – Install “LG Sound Bar” App onto Your BLUETOOTH Device – Activate BLUETOOTH with “LG Sound Bar”...
Getting Started Introduction Symbol used in this manual Note Indicates special notes and operating features. > Caution Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.
- Switches the unit ON or OFF. F (Function) - Select the function and input source by pressing F repeatedly. Input source / Function Display Optical LG Sound Sync (Wired) Bluetooth LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV o/p (Volume) - Adjusts volume level.
Getting Started Rear panel DC IN - Connect to the AC adapter. OPTICAL IN - Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV. USB Port - Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit.
BT (Bluetooth) connection Lock: It allows you to connect a Bluetooth device only on Bluetooth and LG TV functions. (Page 30) To turn on or off the Bluetooth connection lock, press and hold N for about 3 seconds and press it...
Page 10
Getting Started SOUND EFFECT - Selects a sound effect mode by using SOUND EFFECT. On Display Description Analyzes the property of the input sound and provides the ASC (Adaptive Sound Control) sound optimized for the content in real time. BASS BLAST or BASS BLAST+ Reinforces the bass and powerful sound.
Page 11
- BT (Bluetooth): Connected Bluetooth device name - USB: File information contained on a USB. y Auto Power ON/OFF: It allows the unit to turn on and off automatically by input signals: Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth (Page 26) To turn on or off AUTO POWER function, press and hold J for about 3 seconds and press it again.
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. Place the unit in front of the TV and connect it to the device you want. (Pages 19 - 21) You can place the wireless subwoofer anywhere in your room.
Connecting Organizing cables Connecting the AC (Optional) Adapter You can organize the cable with cable ties. Connect the speaker to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter. 1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown below. 1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC adapter.
Connecting Wireless subwoofer and Manually pairing wireless subwoofer When your connection is not completed, you can rear speaker connection check red LED on the wireless subwoofer and the wireless subwoofer does not make sound. To solve the problem, follow the steps. below. Wireless subwoofer connection 1.
Connecting Note Rear speakers connection y It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) for the main unit and the subwoofer to Connecting the rear speakers communicate with each other and make sounds. 1. Connect the black stripe wire to the terminal marked - (minus) and the other end to the y The closer the main unit and the subwoofer, terminal marked + (plus).
Connecting > Caution Manually pairing wireless receiver y Use the speaker supplied with this unit When your connection is not completed, you can only. Using any other speaker may cause see the red LED on the wireless receiver and rear malfunction.
Page 17
Connecting Surround function ON Output Sound Effect Input No rear speakers Rear speakers connected 2.0 Ch 5.1 Ch 2.0 Ch STANDARD 5.1 Ch BASS BLAST 2.0 Ch 5.1 Ch BASS BLAST + 2.0 Ch CINEMA 5.1 Ch Surround function OFF Output Sound Effect Input...
Connecting Note How to Affix the Ferrite Core y If there is a strong electromagnetic wave Ferrite core may not be provided depending on each product nearby, interference may occur. Put nation’ s regulations. the main unit and wireless receiver away from there.
You can control some functions of this unit by 1. Connect the OPTICAL IN jack on the back of the your TV’ s remote control with LG Sound Sync. It is unit to OPTICAL OUT jack on the TV using an compatible with the LG TV that is supported LG OPTICAL cable.
Page 20
LG Sound Sync with wired connection LG Sound Sync with wireless connection 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by using an optical cable. 1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 . 2. Select the LG TV function by pressing F repeatedly.
Connecting Optional equipment USB connection connection Connect USB memory device to the USB port on the back of the unit. OPTICAL IN connection Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPTICAL IN jack. Optical cable For more information of playing files on a USB, refer to the page 24.
Connecting USB device requirement Playable file y Devices which require additional program Sampling Frequency installation connected to a computer, are not MP3: within 32 to 48 kHz supported. WMA: within 32 to 48 kHz y Do not extract the USB device while in operation. Bitrate resolution y For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a few minutes to be searched.
Page 23
Connecting Note y Folders and files on the USB are recognized as below. : Folder : File y If there is no file in a folder, the folder will not appear. y File will be played from file $A to file $J one by one.
Operating Note Basic operations y The resume point may be cleared when you pull out the power cord or removing the USB device from the unit. USB operation y Repeat/Random playback operates as follows. 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port. On Display Description 2.
“ON - TV REMOTE” is scrolled. Note y Make sure that the sound output of your TV is set to [External speaker]. y This function does not operate on LG TV’ s magic remote control. y Some remote control may not be supported.
Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth. there is no signal for a certain period of time When you turn on your TV or an external device from the TV connected by LG Sound Sync connected to this unit, this unit recognizes the input (Optical/Wireless).
When LG TV signal comes in When you turn on your LG TV connected by LG Sound Sync (Wireless connection), this unit changes the function to LG TV. You can hear the sound from your TV. Note If the Bluetooth connection lock function is set, Bluetooth connection will be only available on Bluetooth and LG TV function.
For example, if your unit has a MAC address such as 9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, you will see “LG SLM3R(08)” on your devices must be able to interpret certain profiles. This Bluetooth device. speaker is compatible with following profile.
Page 29
Operating Note 4. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, y If Bluetooth connection does not work well, “PAIRED” [ your device’ s name [ “BT” appears try pairing it again. on the display window. y The sound may be interrupted when the Note connection has interference by the other electronic waves.
Bluetooth device or some About “LG Sound Bar” App of TV operated differently. “LG Sound Bar” app brings a suite of new features to this unit. Bluetooth connection lock (BT To enjoy more features, you are recommended to download and install free “LG Sound Bar”...
If you use “LG Sound Bar” app for operation, Store)” icon. there would be some differences between 2. In the search bar, type in the “LG Sound Bar” and “LG Sound Bar” app and the supplied remote search it.
Bluetooth device. does not work. y Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate. y Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync. LG Sound Sync does not y Check connection of LG Sound Sync (Optical or wireless).
Troubleshooting Symptoms Cause & Solution The unit does not connect y Turn off the Bluetooth connection lock function. (Page 30) with Bluetooth device. Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them. y With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting on TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG Electronics is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Appendix Specifications General Power consumption Refer to the main label on the unit. y Model: DA-38A25 y Manufacturer: Asian Power Devices Inc. y Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz y Output: 25 V 0 1.52 A AC adapter y Model: MS-Z1520R250-038A0-P y Manufacturer: MOSO POWER SUPPLY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Page 36
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 3 Ω Rated Input Power 200 W RMS Max. Input Power 400 W RMS Approx.
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 y Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the speaker.