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LG SJ8S Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
SJ8S
SMART Hi-Fi
AUDIO
Wireless Multi-room Sound Bar
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.
To view the instructions of advanced features, visit http://www.lg.com and then download
Owner' s Manual. Some of the content in this manual may differ from your unit.
MODEL
SJ8S (SJ8S, SPJ8B-W)
www.lg.com
Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. To view the instructions of advanced features, visit http://www.lg.com and then download Owner’ s Manual. Some of the content in this manual may differ from your unit.
  • 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device.
  • Page 3 Getting Started This device is equipped with a portable battery or Symbols accumulator. Safety way to remove the battery from the Refers to alternating current (AC). equipment: Remove the old battery or battery pack, follow the steps in reverse order than the assembly. Refers to direct current (DC).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connecting to your TV – Surround Sound Mode (Home Cinema – Using an OPTICAL cable Mode) – LG Sound Sync – Seamless playback – Using an HDMI cable Setting the Speaker with Music Flow Player – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function –...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents – Auto display Dimmer – Displaying input source information – Auto power down – AUTO POWER On/Off – Auto function change Sound adjustment – Adjust volume level automatically – Adjust the Treble/Bass/Subwoofer – Night mode Standby mode –...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages LG Sound Sync from abuse. Controls volume level of this unit by the remote control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG Sound Sync. Music Flow Player application Listens to music stored on your smart device.

  • Page 7: Remote Control

    WI-FI Optical OPT/HDMI ARC LG Sound Sync (Wired) Bluetooth LG Sound Sync (Wireless) LG TV HDMI IN HDMI IN SOUND EFFECT : Selects a sound effect mode. (Mute) : Mutes the sound. : Set Night mode to On to reduce the sound intensity and improve fineness and softness.

  • Page 8: Front Panel

    A 1 (Standby) C USB (Service only) : S/W download connector F (Function): Selects the function and input D LAN port source. (WI-FI, OPT/HDMI ARC, BT, LG TV, E OPTICAL IN connector HDMI IN) F HDMI IN - / + (Volume)

  • Page 9: Installing The Sound Bar

    Getting Started Installing the sound bar Installing the additional foot You can extend the height of the unit by using additional foot (Height : 16.5 mm). 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.

  • Page 10: Mounting The Main Unit On A Wall

    Getting Started Mounting the main unit 1. Match the TV’ s BOTTOM EDGE of Wall bracket install guide with the bottom of TV and attach to on a wall the position. You can mount the main unit on a wall. 2.
  • Page 11 Getting Started 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. Note To detach the unit, perform it in reverse order. > Caution y Do not install this unit upside down. It can damage the parts of this unit or be the cause of personal injury.

  • Page 12: Connecting

    Connecting Organizing cables Wireless subwoofer connection You can organize the cable with cable ties. 1. Hold the cables together with cable ties as shown LED indicator of wireless subwoofer below. 2. Tighten cable ties. LED Color Status Green The connection is trying. (Blink) Green The connection is completed.

  • Page 13: Connecting To Your Tv

    Connecting Note Connecting to your TV y It takes a few seconds (and may take longer) for the main unit and the subwoofer to Please connect with this unit and TV using the optical communicate with each other and make digital cable or HDMI cable considering the state of sounds.

  • Page 14: Lg Sound Sync

    Connecting LG Sound Sync With wired connection 1. Connect your LG TV to the unit by 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 is supported LG Sound Sync.

  • Page 15: Using An Hdmi Cable

    1 on the unit. enjoy the TV audio through the speakers of this unit 2. Select LG TV function by using F on the remote without connecting the optical cable. control or F on the unit until the function is selected.

  • Page 16: Arc (Audio Return Channel) Function

    Some functions of this unit are controlled by the - Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC TV’ s remote control when this unit and LG TV’ s with function and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.

  • Page 17: Additional Information For Hdmi

    HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft). * Trade names for CEC are SimpLink (LG) , Anynet+ (Samsung), BRAVIA Sync (Sony), EasyLink (Philips), y You cannot change the video resolution in the HDMI IN mode. Change the video resolution etc.

  • Page 18: Optional Equipment Connection

    Connecting Optional equipment OPTICAL IN connection connection Connect an optical output jack of external devices to the OPTICAL IN jack. HDMI connection You can enjoy the sound from the external device which is connected to HDMI IN jack on this unit. Optical cable To the optical output jack of external device...
  • Page 19 Connecting Optional equipment connection You can enjoy both sound and picture from the external device you connect. 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.

  • Page 20: Initial Multi-Room Setup

    Connecting Initial Multi-Room Setup Installing “Music Flow Player” App When installing the Music Flow product for the first time, you can choose two types of connection as below. Through Apple “App Store” or Google “Play Store” Wired connection (Music Flow 1.

  • Page 21: Starting With Music Flow Player App

    Connecting Note 3. Select [Connect product] to install the speaker you’ve purchased. y Make sure that your smart device is connected to the internet. y Make sure that your smart device has a scanning application. If you don’t have, download it from Apple “App Store” icon or Google “Play Store”...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Speaker To Your Home Network

    Connecting Note Connecting the speaker y Simple Connection is supported by Bluetooth to your Home Network Ver 4.0 (or higher). y If Simple Connection screen is not displayed on the screen, connect the unit by the other Using a wired network provides the best way.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Speaker To Your Network With A Lan Cable

    Connecting Connecting the speaker to your 3. If the network password is set, security screen is displayed. Type the password. network with a LAN cable Connection overview Broadband service Router 4. After typing password, tap [Next]. 5. Tap [Finish] to finish making the connection. After finishing, TV connection screen is displayed.
  • Page 24 Connecting 1. Turn on the unit by using 1 on the remote 5. Connect one end of the LAN cable to the control or 1 on the unit. The LED indicator starts speaker’ s LAN port and connect the other end to to blink in white.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Speaker To Your Network Via The Wi-Fi Setup Method (Android)

    Connecting Connecting the speaker to your (If there is an update) Network via the Wi-Fi Setup 8. This application is checking the Version of software of your speaker and then shows the Method (Android) version. Connection overview Broadband service Router Select [Next] after checking the version information.
  • Page 26 Connecting 1. Turn on the unit by using 1 on the remote 6. Press the button on the unit. Then the LED control or 1 on the unit. The LED indicator starts indicator blinks in white and red alternately. to blink in white. 2.
  • Page 27 Connecting (If there is an update) 9. Then select [Next] on the screen. 11. This application is checking the Version of software of your speaker and then shows the version. Select [Next] after checking the version information. Note If the speaker fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the speaker closer to your router and try again.

  • Page 28: Connecting The Speaker To Your Network Via The Wi-Fi Setup Method (Ios)

    Connecting Connecting the speaker to your 1. Turn on the unit by using 1 on the remote control or 1 on the unit. The LED indicator starts Network via the Wi-Fi Setup to blink in white. Method (iOS) 2. On your smart device, launch Music Flow Player app.
  • Page 29 Connecting 8. On your iOS device, go to iOS setting -> Wi-Fi 6. Press the button on the unit. Then the LED setting and select “MusicFlow_Setup” to connect. indicator blinks in white and red alternately. 7. Then select [Next] on the screen. Note y If “MusicFlow_Setup”...
  • Page 30 Connecting Notes on Network Connection 10. Then select [Next] on the screen. y Many network connection problems during set up can often be fixed by re-setting the router. After connecting the speaker to the home network, quickly power off and/or disconnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Speakers To Your Home Network (Additional)

    Connecting Connecting the speakers y You need to turn the speaker’ s power off and on again if you restart the router. to your Home Network y You need to perform a factory set and setup the network connection for speaker, if you install new (Additional) router.
  • Page 32 Connecting 1. Connect the speaker (Main) to your network. 4. Plug in the desired device, and tap [Next]. Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home network” on page 22. 2. On your smart device, select the Music Flow Player app. Tap the button.

  • Page 33: Connecting The Additional Speaker To Your Network Via The Wi-Fi Setup Method

    Connecting Connecting the additional 7. Connect one end of the LAN cable to the speaker’ s ETHERNET port and connect the other speaker to your network via the end to your wireless router. Wi-Fi Setup Method Wait a moment until the LED indicator stops blinking and stays white.
  • Page 34 Connecting 1. Connect the speaker (Main) to your network. 4. Select the product you want to connect and tap Refer to “Connecting the speaker to your Home [Next] on the screen. network” on page 22. 2. On your smart device, select the Music Flow Player app.

  • Page 35: Using The Bridge

    Connecting Using the Bridge 7. Then select the [Next] on the screen. Bridge (R1) extends a range of use of speakers. Please purchase it separately if you want to use. Use as a root device (wired to the home router) If there is no speaker with wired connection to the router When your home router is located too far from any...
  • Page 36 Connecting 3. Select the [Add Speaker] on the side menu. 6. Select [Finish] to complete the connection. 4. Select the [Bridge] and tap [Next] on the screen. 7. Connect the speaker to Bridge (R1). Refer to “Connecting the speakers to your Home Network (Additional)”...

  • Page 37: Use As A Wireless Extender

    Connecting Use as a wireless extender 3. Select the [Add Speaker] on the side menu. If there is at least one speaker with wired connection to the router When you want to expand Music Flow mesh network coverage, add the Bridge (R1) to your home network.

  • Page 38: Using Media Server For Pc

    Music Flow PC Software makes you enjoy the audio files stored on your media server (PC) via the speaker. Downloading Music Flow PC Software 1. Start up your computer, visit http://www.lg.com. If necessary, select your region. 8. Connect the speaker to Bridge (R1). Refer to 2.
  • Page 39 Connecting Note y You might close firewalls and Anti-Virus programs on your PC while installing Music Flow PC Software. y The Music Flow PC Software is a customized software edition only for sharing files and folders to this speaker. y If you want a full explanation about Music Flow PC Software, click the question marked icon on home menu.

  • Page 40: Operating

    Operating Enjoying the Music with Overview of Home menu Music Flow Player app Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. With Music Flow Player app, you can play music in your smart device. Note y For more detailed instruction about Music Flow Player app, switch on the [User Guide] in [Settings] >...

  • Page 41: Overview Of The Side Menu

    Operating Overview of the side menu Edit the Online streaming Service list 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. device. The [Home] appears. 2. Tap the [EDIT] menu. 2.

  • Page 42: Playing A Song

    Operating Playing a song 5. Select the desired song. Then selected song is displayed and played. 1. Launch Music Flow Player app on your smart device. The [Home] appears. 2. Tap the button. Note If the speaker is not selected, the selecting speaker pop-up appears.

  • Page 43: Overview Of Playback

    Operating Overview of Playback Managing a playlist On an album screen, tap the [ ] of the desired song. You can confirm and adjust various information on The pull down menu appears. the playback screen. a Displays the speaker that music plays through. Displays current playing music.
  • Page 44 Operating Selecting Sound effect Sound Effect Description This speaker has a number of pre-set surround Analyzes the property of input sound fields. You can select a desired sound mode by sound and provides the sound tapping [ optimized for the content in real time.

  • Page 45: Different Ways Of Listening To Music

    Operating Different ways of Group Playback listening to music You can group multiple speakers linked to the Music Flow Player app and play the same music through all the connected speakers in the same group. There are a number of differing ways of listening to music : Group, Surround and Seamless playbacks.

  • Page 46: Surround Sound Mode (Home Cinema Mode)

    Tap the checkbox to select the speaker you want Cinema Mode) to play with. Then select [OK]. Simply add a LG Music Flow sound bar to your network and synchronize it with your LG Music Flow speakers to enjoy a home cinema system experience.
  • Page 47 Operating Note 3. Surround environment option appears. Select the left and right speakers by tapping y It is recommended to set the surround connected speakers. Then select [OK]. speakers to same models. y The weak signal because of the long distance between speakers or wireless router and signal interference may cause abnormal playback.

  • Page 48: Seamless Playback

    Operating Seamless playback Changing playing speaker from a smart device to a speaker You can easily change the playing speaker from your smart device or the speaker to the another speaker without pause. To use Seamless playback, you have to set up Auto Music Play to On.

  • Page 49: Setting The Speaker With Music Flow Player App

    Operating Setting the Speaker a General – Sets for easier use of the speaker. with Music Flow Player b Speakers – Sets connected speaker. Alarms/Sleep Timer – Wakes on and off the speaker at a designated time. Account Management – Manages online streaming service.

  • Page 50: [Speakers] Menu

    Bluetooth standby mode. (Page 61) Bluetooth connection restriction – It enables you to connect Bluetooth device only on Bluetooth or LG TV function. (Page 57) Connect SoundBar and TV – Guide you to connect to your TV. (through Optical (Page 13) or HDMI (Page 15)) n Initialize –...

  • Page 51: [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu

    Operating [Alarms/Sleep Timer] Menu [Account management] Menu Turns on and off the speaker at a designated time. Manages online streaming service. Alarms [Time Zone] Menu Speaker will let you know when it is time. Automatic Time zone Deletes selected alarm. It offers to use network provided time.

  • Page 52: [Advanced Settings] Menu

    Operating Note [Advanced Settings] Menu y The speaker is disconnected temporarily during the channel changing. Mesh Network Channel y If you changed the channel when the speaker If normal playback or group playback is not smooth turned off, turn on and add it again. using multiple speakers including wireless speaker y If the speaker is not connected to network connection, changed the mesh network channel to...
  • Page 53 Operating Auto Music Play Sensitivity Settings You can easily change the rendering device from your Sets the operating distance of Auto Music Play smart device or a speaker to another speaker by between the speaker and your smart device to adjust approaching your smart device to the desired speaker.

  • Page 54: [Chromecast] Menu

    Operating [Chromecast] Menu 2. Starts the software update. Learn how to cast Shows how to use Chromecast. Chromecast enabled apps Shows available apps on Chromecast. Cast Groups Select [Learn about Cast Groups] or [How to cast to a group] to show the selected information. Note To use Cast Groups, install Google Home [Open source licenses] Menu...

  • Page 55: Using A Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Bluetooth device was made via Bluetooth wireless technology. display depending on the type of Bluetooth y Available Devices : Smart phone, MP3, Notebook, device. Your speaker appears as “LG SJ8(XX:XX)” . etc. 3. Select the “LG SJ8(XX:XX)” . y Version: 4.0...
  • Page 56 Operating Note 4. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, y This unit supports Bluetooth auto pairing. “PAIRED” [ your device’ s name [ “BT” appears However it does not operate in the case on the display window. below: Note - When you restart this unit.

  • Page 57: Bluetooth Connection Lock (Bt Lock)

    [External speaker]. y Depending on the remote control, this function may not work well. y This function does not operate on LG TV’ s magic remote control. y This function may not work well when some TV control functions such as HDMI CEC, SIMPLINK and LG Sound Sync set to ON.

  • Page 58: Turn Off The Sound Temporarily

    This unit automatically turns on by an input source : [ Sleep timer value (180 - 10) [ Display on Optical, LG TV or Bluetooth. To check the remaining time, press SLEEP. Turning on automatically by this function is supported...

  • Page 59: Auto Function Change

    Therefore it is Sound Sync (Wireless connection), this unit changes recommended to disconnect the connection the function to LG TV. You can hear the sound from before turning off the unit. your TV. y If you want to use AUTO POWER, SIMPLINK must be turned off.

  • Page 60: Sound Adjustment

    If you want to use the auto function change, When the output sound is too loud or too low, press turn off SIMPLINK function on your LG TV. AUTO VOL on the remote control. So you can enjoy It takes for about 30 seconds to turn off the sound with appropriate levels.

  • Page 61: Standby Mode

    When you turn on the main unit in the Bluetooth standby mode, Bluetooth and LG TV are able to Standby mode connect even if network is not connected. Adjust volume level of the unit to minimum. And Option 1.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Check connection of the external device such as TV, DVD/Blu-Ray player or function does not work. Bluetooth device. y Check the state of SIMPLINK on your LG TV and turn off SIMPLINK. y Depending on the connected device, this function may not operate. LG Sound Sync does not y Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.

  • Page 63: Network

    Troubleshooting Symptoms Cause & Solution When you feel the output Check the details below and adjust the unit according to them. sound of the unit is low. y Switch the state of DRC function to [OFF] by using Music Flow Player. y With the sound bar connected with TV, change the AUDIO DIGITAL OUT setting on TV Setup Menu from [PCM] to [AUTO] or [BITSTREAM].

  • Page 64: Application And Pc Software

    Troubleshooting Application and PC Software Symptoms Cause & Solution Music Flow Player app Does an error occur when accessing the app? doesn’t work properly. y Make sure that your smart device is compatible with the app. y Make sure that the Music Flow Player app is the latest version. y Make sure that the speaker’...

  • Page 65: Notes To Release Demo Mode

    Troubleshooting NOTES to release Demo mode Symptoms Cause & Solution Can not change input source with F button such Unplug the power cord and plug it in again. If that as BT (Bluetooth), HDMI etc. and only [DEMO] doesn’t work, press and hold F button (About 15 indication is showing in the front display.

  • Page 66: Appendix

    Sampling frequency: within 32 to 48 kHz (mp3, registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth wma), up to 192 kHz/24 bit (flac) SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LG Electronics is under license. Bit rate: up to 320 kbps (mp3, wma) Other trademarks and trade names are those of y The file requirements are not always compatible.

  • Page 67: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications General Power requirements 25 V 0 1.52 A (AC adapter) Refer to the main label on the unit. Power consumption Networked standby : 5.0 W (If all network ports are activated.) Model : DA-38A25 Manufacturer : Asian Power Devices Inc. AC adapter Input : 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz Output : 25 V 0 1.52 A...
  • Page 68 Appendix Wireless subwoofer Power requirements Refer to the main label on the subwoofer. Power consumption 33 W Type 1 Way 1 Speaker 3 Ω Impedance Rated Input Power 170 W RMS Max. Input Power 340 W RMS Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx.

  • Page 69: Handling The Speaker

    Appendix Handling the Speaker Important Information Relating to Network When shipping the speaker Services Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the speaker, for All information, data, documents, communications, maximum protection, re-pack the speaker as it was downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, originally packed at the factory.

  • Page 70: Terms Of Use

    If you do not agree to these Terms amount specified below, but we are not responsible of Use, you may not access or use the LG Software. for any loss or damage that is not foreseeable .
  • Page 71 If you permit a child to use your LG Smart TV to enforce that right. access the Services, you are solely responsible for...
  • Page 72 In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.

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