LG SL8YG - Wi-Fi Sound Bar Simple Manual

Introduction

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.

Remote control

SOUND EFFECT: Selects a sound effect mode.

• TV remote: Long press SOUND EFFECT and press it again to use TV remote control.

: Standby and Stops feedback of Google Assistant.
: Enables and disables Voice recognition.
: Adjusts sound level of each speaker.

• Surround sound: Long press and press it again.

FOLDER :Searches a folder.
: Displays the information of a file, an input source, a connected Bluetooth device name or an application name.

• Auto Power ON/OFF: Long press and press it again.

:Turns on or off the Night time mode.
REPEAT: Listens to your files repeatedly or randomly.

Replacement of Battery

Additional Information

Specification

Power consumption	Refer to the main label.
AC adapter	Model: DA-50F25 Manufacturer: Asian Power Devices Inc. Input: 100 - 240 V ~ 50 - 60 Hz Output: 25 V 2 A
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx. 1060.0 mm x 57.0 mm x 119.0 mm (with foot)
Bus Power Supply (USB)	5 V 500 mA
Amplifier (Total RMS Output power)	440 W RMS

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Rear Speakers Ready
Ready for surround sound with Rear Speakers Kit sold separately. (SPK8-S)

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.
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.
This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.
For more information about Google's open source, visit device settings of Google Home app.

Disclaimers

Front Panel

(Standby) - Switches the unit ON or OFF.
F (Function) - Selects function.
(Volume) - Adjusts volume.
- Play / pause
(Mic mute) - Enables and disables Voice recognition.
- Standby and Stops feedback of Google Assistant.

Rear Panel

HDMI OUT (TV ARC) - Connect to a TV.
HDMI IN - Connect to device with HDMI OUT.
OPTICAL IN - Connect to an optical device.
USB port - Connect to a USB device.
DC IN - Connect to the AC adapter.

Subwoofer Connection

Place the wireless subwoofer near the sound bar and follow steps below.

1. Connect the power cord of the sound bar and the wireless subwoofer to the outlet.
2. Turn on the sound bar.
   • The sound bar and wireless subwoofer will be automatically connected. The subwoofer's green LED turns on.

Manually Subwoofer Connection
If the subwoofer does not make sound, try to connect manually.

1. Press Pairing on the rear of the wireless subwoofer.
   • The green LED on the rear of the wireless subwoofer blinks quickly.
     (If the green LED does not blink, press and hold the Pairing.)
2. Turn on the sound bar.
   • Pairing is completed. The green LED on the rear of the wireless subwoofer turns on.

Keep the sound bar and the subwoofer away from the device (ex. wireless router, microwave oven, etc.) over 1 m to prevent wireless interference.

TV Connection

Connect the sound bar and TV using Optical () or HDMI ARC ().

1. Optical Connection
   1. Connect the sound bar to the TV using Optical cable.
   2. Set up [External Speaker (Optical)] on your TV setting menu.
      
      
2. HDMI (ARC) Connection
   1. Connect the sound bar to the TV using HDMI cable.
   2. Set up [External Speaker (HDMI ARC)] on your TV setting menu.
      

• HDMI connection is unavailable if your TV does not support HDMI ARC.
• If this unit is connected by OPTICAL and ARC at the same time, the ARC signal is a high priority.

Additional Device Connection

1. Connect to the external device like as follow.
   
   
2. Set the input source by pressing F repeatedly.

Network Connection

1. Check network condition. A router connected to network should be installed.
2. Connect your smart device to your home network.
3. Connect the sound bar to the power supply.

All devices should be connected to same router.

Step.1 Install "Google Home" App
Download the Google Home App from the Google Play or App Store.

Step.2 Set up the Wi-Fi connection with app

1. Connect your smart device to the Wi-Fi network that you'll use for your speaker.
   In case of iOS devices, it should be turned on Bluetooth setting on your smart device.
2. Launch the "Google Home" app.
3. Follow the steps for Wi-Fi connection on the app.
   • When the speaker is properly connected to Wi-Fi, "CONNECTED" will appear on the display window with sound.
   • When connect to Wi-Fi, this app may request to create a Google Account. You will need a Google account to use this app.
   • "Google Home" app is provided by Google.
     It might be revised by a change of Google Policy.
   • For more information (Set up, Usage, Help etc.), research "Google Assistant Help" or visit the web site.
     https://support.google.com/assistant This public site is provided for devices that work with Google Assistant.
   • The speaker is not available to use some function from "Google Assistant Help" site. (ex. Call etc.)

How to Use "Google Assistant"

Make sure the speaker is connected to Wi-Fi.

Case 1. Say "Ok Google"

The Google Assistant only responds to voice commands when you are using Wi-Fi or BT (Bluetooth) as the input. If you are using HDMI, Optical, ARC, Optical Sound Sync, or USB input, then you must use the button to activate the Google Assistant.

Case 2. Press.

Voice command

• Plan your day
  "Tell me about my day."
  "When is my first meeting today?"
  "What is on my calendar?"
  "Set a reminder to check schedule at 6pm."
  "What are my reminders for today?"
• Weather
  "What's the weather?"
  "What's the weather this weekend?"
  "What's the weather tomorrow in Mumbai?"
  "What's the weather today in Bangalore?"
• Music
  "Play some music."
  "Next song."
  "Previous song." "Pause the music"
• Availability
  "How many calories are there in a banana?"
  "How long will it take to get to work?"
  "How do you say 'Thank You' in Spanish?"
  "How do you say 'this tastes delicious' in French?"
  "Do you know any jokes?"
• Internet
  "What are nearby restaurants?"
  "How far away is the moon?"
  "How many species of tigers are there?"
  "Who is the president of India?"
• Subscriptions
  "What's the latest news?"
  "Tell me the news"
  "How is the BSE SENSEX doing?"
  "Give me tech news."
  "Give me sports news."
• Smart Home
  "Turn up the thermostat."
  "Set the thermostat to 22 degrees"
  "Dim the lights in the kitchen."
  "Are the lights on in the living room?"
• For more information on the voice commands, refer to the "Google Home" app screen or visit the web site.
  https:// support.google.com/assistant
• If you're having problems with Voice recognition or this product, suggest your feedback by saying "Ok Google, feedback". It is helpful to Google Service quality enhancement.

Bluetooth Connection

Step 1. Connect the Wi-Fi
Make sure the speaker connects to Wi-Fi by using "Google Home" app.

Bluetooth function is inactive before connecting to Wi-Fi.

Step 2. Change Function
Select the Bluetooth function by pressing F repeatedly.

Step 3. Find and Select your speaker name
Select speaker name that was set on "Google Home" app on the device list of your smart device. When successfully connected Bluetooth, "PAIRED" will appear on display window.

Additional

Comfortable Function
With the Google Assistant built in, you can control compatible smart home devices such as TV's, lights, switches, plugs, thermostats and more by simply using your voice.

For more information, visit the below web site.

• Set up, Usage and more: https://support.google.com/assistant
• Compatible LG appliance models: Visit http://www.lg.com and then search the information.

Download LG Wi-Fi Speaker Application
You can manage the speaker settings and control the speaker by using "LG Wi-Fi Speaker".
Download "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" on the App Store or Google Play Store.