LG CM4360 User Manual Owner's FB AUSALLK ENG 0217
CM4360 Owner's Manual CM4360-FB_AUSALLK_ENG_0217; Most comprehensive of product setup and usage. (English)
2016-06-23
User Manual: LG CM4360 Owner's Manual Most comprehensive of product setup and usage. (English)
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Mini Hi-Fi
System
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
MODEL
CM4360 (CM4360, CMS4360F)
*MFL69360217* Printed in China
www.lg.com
1 Getting Started
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Safety Information
CAUTION
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.
This lightning ash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
product.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a
conned space such as a book case or similar unit.
CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from overheating.
The openings shall be never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surface. This product shall not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instruction has been adhered to.
CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read
this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future
reference. Shall the unit require maintenance, contact
an authorized service center.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of
procedures other than those specied herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try
to open the enclosure.
CAUTION concerning the Power cord
Most appliances recommend they should be placed
upon a dedicated circuit;
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only
that appliance and has no additional outlets or
branch circuits. Check the specication page of this
owner’s manual to be certain. 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.
Any of these conditions could result in electric
shock or re. Periodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact
replacement part by an authorized service center.
Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical
abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed
in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to
plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits
the appliance. The Power Plug is the disconnecting
device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must
remain readily accessible.
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This device is equipped with a portable battery or
accumulator.
Safety way to remove the battery or the battery
from the equipment: Remove the old battery
or battery pack, follow the steps in reverse order
than the assembly. To prevent contamination of
the environment and bring on possible threat
to human and animal health, the old battery or
the battery put it in the appropriate container at
designated collection points. Do not dispose of
batteries or battery together with other waste. It is
recommended that you use local, free reimbursement
systems batteries and accumulators. The battery
shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re or the like.
CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around
this product. (ex. Electrical swatter) This product may
malfunction due to electrical shock.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION : Any changes or modications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or
use radio frequency energy. Changes or modications
to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modications are expressly approved
in the instruction manual. The user could lose
the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modication is made.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement : This
equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator
and your body. End users must follow the specic
operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
CAUTION: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit
airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless
devices because their signals could interfere with
critical aircraft instruments.
Responsible Party :
LG Electronics USA, Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
TEL. : +1-800-243-0000
Table of Contents 5
1
2
3
4
5
Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
2 Safety Information
6 Unique Features
6 Accessories
7 Playable file Requirement
7 – Music file requirement
7 – Compatible USB Devices
7 – USB device requirement
8 Remote control
10 Front Panel
12 Rear Panel
2 Connecting
13 Connecting to speakers
13 – Connecting the speakers to the unit
14 Optional Equipment Connection
14 – USB Connection
14 – AUX IN Connection
3 Operating
15 Basic Operations
15 – CD/USB Operations
15 – Auto Play
16 Other Operations
16 – Programmed Playback
16 – Deleting Programmed list
16 – Displaying file information
(ID3 TAG)
17 – Searching for a folder and an MP3/WMA
file
17 – Deleting an MP3/WMA file
18 – AUTO DJ playback
18 – Turn off the sound temporarily
19 Using a BLUETOOTH® wireless technology
19 – Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
21 Using the Music Flow Bluetooth App
21 – Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
Your Bluetooth Device
23 Radio Operations
23 – Listening to the radio
23 – Improving poor FM reception
23 – Presetting the Radio Stations
23 – Deleting all the saved stations
24 Sound adjustment
24 – Setting the surround mode
25 Advanced Operations
25 – Recording to USB
25 – To select recording bit rate and speed
26 Setting the Clock
26 – Setting the Clock through
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
27 – Using your player as an alarm clock
27 – Sleep Timer Setting
27 – Dimmer
28 – Auto power down
28 – AUTO POWER On
28 – Auto function change
29 LG Sound Sync
4 Troubleshooting
30 Troubleshooting
5 Appendix
31 Main unit
32 Speakers
33 Maintenance
33 – Handling the Unit
33 – Notes on Discs
34 Trademarks and Licenses
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Unique Features
BLUETOOTH
Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device.
AUTO DJ
Blends the end of one song into the beginning of
another for seamless playback.
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.
Refer to page 21-22
LG Sound Sync
Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG
Sound Sync.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Remote Control (1) Batteries (2)
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Playable file
Requirement
Music file requirement
MP3/WMA le compatibility with this unit is limited
as follows.
ySampling frequency : within 32 to 48 kHz (MP3),
within 32 to 48 kHz (WMA)
y Bit rate : within 32 to 320 kbps (MP3),
40 to 192 kbps (WMA)
y Maximum les : Data CD : 999 / USB : 2000
y Maximum folders : Data CD : 99 / USB : 200
y File extensions : “.mp3”/“.wma”
yCertain MP3/WMA les may not be played
depending on the type or format of the le.
y CD-ROM le format : ISO 9660/JOLIET
y We recommend that you use Easy-CD Creator,
which creates an ISO 9660 le system.
The DTS is not supported. In case of DTS audio
format, audio is not output.
You have to set the disc format option to [Mastered]
in order to make the discs compatible with the LG
players when formatting rewritable discs. When
setting the option to Live File System, you cannot use
it on LG players.
(Mastered/Live File System : Disc format system for
Windows Vista)
Compatible USB Devices
y MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.
y USB Flash Drive :
Devices that support USB2.0 or USB1.1.
y The USB function of this unit does not support all
USB devices.
USB device requirement
yDevices which require additional program
installation when you have connected it to a
computer, are not supported.
yDo not extract the USB device while in operation.
yFor a large capacity USB, it may take a few minute
to be searched.
yTo prevent data loss, back up all data.
yIf you use a USB extension cable or USB hub, the
USB device is not recognized.
yUsing NTFS le system is not supported.
(Only FAT(16/32) le system is supported.)
yThis unit recognizes up to 2000 les.
yExternal HDD, card readers, locked devices, or hard
type USB devices are not supported.
yUSB port of the unit cannot be connected to the
PC. The unit cannot be used as a storage device.
ySome USB may not work with this unit.
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Remote control
Replacement of battery
(R03)
(R03)
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the remote
control, and insert two (size AAA) batteries with 4
and 5 matched correctly.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 (Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.
R (Open/Close) : Opens and closes the disc tray.
VOL +/- : Adjusts speaker volume.
PRESET·FOLDER W/S :
- Searches for a folder of MP3/WMA les. When
a CD/USB containing MP3/WMA les in several
folders is being played, press PRESET·FOLDER
W/S to select the folder you want to play.
- Chooses a preset number for a radio station.
FUNCTION : Selects the function and input source.
@ : Mutes the sound.
PROGRAM/MEMORY :
- Stores radio stations.
- Deletes all the saved stations.
- Creates a programmed list you want to listen to.
AUTO DJ : Selects the AUTO DJ mode. (For more
information refer to page 18 )
DELETE :
- Deletes MP3/WMA les.
- Deletes a song on the programmed list.
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• • • • • • • • • • • • • • b • • • • • • • • • • • • •
SOUND EFFECT : Chooses sound impressions.
TUN. -/+ : Selects the radio stations.
Y/U (Skip/Search) :
- Skips fast backward or forward.
- Searches for a section within a track/le.
z (Play/Pause) :
- Starts or pauses playback.
- Selects STEREO/MONO.
I (Stop) : Stops playback or recording.
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INFO :
- Sees information about your music. An MP3 le
often comes with ID3 tag. The tag gives the Title,
Artist, Album or Time information.
- Sees the address of connected Bluetooth device
in Bluetooth mode.
REPEAT : Plays your tracks/les repeatedly or
randomly.
SLEEP : Sets the system to turn off automatically at
a specified time.
(Dimmer : The display window will be darkened by
half.)
CLOCK : Sets a clock and checks a time.
ALARM : With the ALARM function you can turn CD,
USB play and Tuner reception on at a desired time.
SET : Conrms the setting.
USB REC : USB direct recording.
REGION EQ : Chooses region equalizer.
? : The button is not available for any function.
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Front Panel
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
j
i
k
l
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a Display window
b USB
Plays the audio les by connecting the USB
device.
c 1/! (Power)
Switches the unit ON or OFF.
d U (Skip/Search)
- Searches forward.
- Skips to the next track/le.
e AUTO DJ
Selects the AUTO DJ mode.
(For more information, refer to page 18)
f Y (Skip/Search)
- Searches backward.
- Skips to the previous track/le.
g Disc tray
h FUNCTION
Selects the function or input source.
i z (Play/Pause)
- Starts or pauses playback.
- Selects Stereo/Mono.
j REGION EQ / B. BLAST
- Chooses region equalizer.
- Selects BASS effect.
k R
Opens or closes the disc tray.
l Master Volume
Adjusts volume of speaker.
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Rear Panel
AUX IN
L
R
FRONT
R (4Ω)
FRONT
L (4Ω)
SPEAKERS
+
-
a
b
c
d
POWER IN
a POWER IN
b FM ANTENNA
c AUX IN (L/R) connectors
d SPEAKERS (L/R) terminals
2 Connecting
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Connecting
2
Connecting to speakers
Connecting the speakers to the
unit
To connect the cable to the unit, press each plastic
nger pad to open the connection terminals on the
unit. Insert the wire and release the nger pad.
Connect the black of each wire to the terminals
marked - (minus) and the other end to the terminals
marked + (plus).
Color Speaker
Red Front R
White Front L
yMake sure children do not put their hands or
any objects into the *speaker duct.
* Speaker duct : A hole for plentiful bass
sound on speaker cabinet (enclosure)
yThe speakers contain magnet parts, so color
irregularity may occur on the TV screen or PC
monitor screen. Please use the speakers far
away from either TV screen or PC monitor.
> Caution
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Connecting
2
Optional Equipment
Connection
USB Connection
Connect a USB device to the USB ports on the unit.
Removing the USB device from the unit.
1. Choose a different function/mode or
press I on the remote control twice in a
row.
2. Remove the USB device from the unit.
, Note
AUX IN Connection
Connect an output of auxiliary device (Camcorder, TV,
Player, etc) to the AUX IN(L/R) connector.
If your device has only one output for audio(mono),
connect it to the left (white) audio jack on the unit.
AUX IN
L
R
FRONT
R (4Ω)
FRONT
L (4Ω)
SPEAKERS
+
-
Red
White
To the audio output jacks
of your component
(Camcorder, TV, Player, etc.)
3 Operating
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Basic Operations
CD/USB Operations
1. Insert the disc by pressing R on the remote
control or unit.
Or connect the USB device to the USB port.
2. Select CD or USB function by pressing
FUNCTION.
To Do this
Stop Press I on the remote control.
Playback Press z on the remote control
or unit.
Pause During playback, press z on the
remote control or unit.
Searching
for a section
within
a track/le
Press and hold Y/U on
the remote control or unit during
playback and release it at the point
you want to listen to.
Skipping to
the next/
previous
track/le
- In stop status,
Press Y/U on the remote
control or unit to go to the next/
previous track/le.
- During playback,
press U on the remote control or
unit to go to the next track/le.
Playing less than 2 seconds, press
Y on the remote control or unit
to go to the previous track/le.
Playing after 3 seconds, press Y
on the remote control or unit to go
to the beginning of the track/le.
Playing
repeatedly or
randomly
Press REPEAT on the remote
control repeatedly. Refer to the note
for details about the display change.
yThe display changes in the following order.
USB MP3/WMA CD AUDIO CD
RPT 1
RPT*DIR
RPT ALL
RANDOM
OFF
RPT 1
RPT DIR
RPT ALL
RANDOM
OFF
RPT 1
-
RPT ALL
RANDOM
OFF
*DIR : Directory
yWhen you play programmed list, only RPT 1
and RPT ALL are available.
yEven after restarting the unit or switching
one function to another, you can listen to
music from the point where it’s last been
played.
yIf you leave the disc tray open for 5 minutes,
it will close automatically.
, Note
Auto Play
AUDIO/MP3/WMA CD is played automatically after
disc tray is open and then closed.
Automatically switches to the CD function if disc tray
is open and then closed when there is no disc in tray.
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Other Operations
Programmed Playback
The program function enables you to store your
favorite les from any disc or USB device.
A program can contain 20 tracks/les for each
media. (CD, USB) Possible to save a total of 40
tracks/les.
1. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
control in stop status.
2. Press Y/U on the remote control to select
a track/file.
3. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY to save and select a
next track/file.
4. Repeat steps 2 - 3 to store other tracks/files.
(You can modify the list by pressing
PRESET·FOLDER W/S to select the program
number.)
5. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY once again.
To play the programmed list, press z after you
make the list.
When making or modifying the programmed
list, REPEAT mode is off.
, Note
Deleting Programmed list
Deleting function only works in the edit mode.
1. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
control in stop status.
2. Select a song by pressing PROGRAM/MEMORY
or PRESET·FOLDER W/S repeatedly.
3. Press DELETE while a song is selected.
yProgrammed list is cleared in the case below.
- Removing the disc or the USB device.
- Deleting or recording music les in the USB
device.
- Unplugging the power cord.
yProgram is switched off in the case below.
- Changing to a different function.
- Turning off and on the unit.
, Note
Displaying file information
(ID3 TAG)
While playing an MP3 le containing le information,
you can display the information by pressing INFO.
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Searching for a folder and an
MP3/WMA file
1. Press PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote
control repeatedly until a desired folder appears
in the display window.
2. Press z to play it. The first file of the folder
will be played.
yUSB/CD Folders/Files are recognized as
below
FOLDER1
ROOT
FOLDER3
FOLDER4
FOLDER2
FOLDER7
FOLDER8
FOLDER5
FOLDER6
FILE 5
FILE 6
FILE 7
FILE 8
FILE 9
FILE 10
FILE 3
FILE 4
FILE 11
FILE 12
FILE 13
FILE 14
FILE 1
FILE 2
FOLDER
FILE
yIf there is no le in a folder, the folder will not
appear.
yFolders will be presented as the following
order;
ROOT FOLDER1 FOLDER3 FOLDER7
FOLDER8 FOLDER5 FOLDER6
yFile will be played from $ le No.1 to $ le
No.14 one by one.
yFiles and folders will be presented in order
recorded and may be presented differently
according to the record circumstances.
y*ROOT : The rst screen you can see when a
computer recognize the USB/CD is “ROOT”.
, Note
Deleting an MP3/WMA file
You can delete le, folder or format by pressing
DELETE on the remote control. This function is
supported only in stop status. (USB only)
1. - Select the file you want to delete and press
DELETE on the remote control.
- Select the folder you want to delete by pressing
PRESET·FOLDER W/Son the remote control
and press DELETE on the remote control.
- Press and hold DELETE on the remote control
to format the USB device.
Or
Press DELETE on the remote control repeatedly
during selecting the MP3/WMA file.
The display changes in the following order.
- DEL FILE : Deletes file
- DEL DIR : Deletes folder
- FORMAT : Formats USB
2. To delete file/folder or format, press z
on the remote control or unit.
If you want to exit the current mode,
press I on the remote control.
yDo not extract the USB device during
operation. (play, delete, etc.)
yRegular back up is recommended to prevent
data loss.
yThe delete function may not be supported
according to the USB device.
> Caution
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AUTO DJ playback
Auto DJ blends the end of one song into the
beginning of another for seamless playback. It
equalizes volume across tracks for uninterrupted
playback.
Press AUTO DJ on the remote control or unit
repeatedly, the display changes as followings.
RANDOM (AUTO DJ RANDOM) -> RPT (AUTO DJ
SEQUENTIAL) -> (AUTO DJ OFF)
Mode Display
Window Description
OFF -
(AUTO DJ OFF) -
RANDOM
RANDOM
(AUTO DJ
RANDOM)
The music is played
randomly on this
mode.
REPEAT
RPT
(AUTO DJ
SEQUENTIAL)
The music is played
repeatedly on this
mode.
yAUTO DJ mode does not support searching
for a section within a track/le or to play
repeatedly or randomly.
yIf you move to other functions or stop the
music using I on the remote control on
AUTO DJ mode, AUTO DJ will be disabled.
yAUTO DJ is not supported in the music le
whose length is less than 60 seconds.
yDuring recording, AUTO DJ is not available.
yOnly AUTO DJ SEQUENTIAL is selected when
played programmed list.
, Note
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 @ again or change the volume
level.
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Using a BLUETOOTH®
wireless technology
About BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for
short range connection.
The sound may be interrupted when the connection
has interference from other electronic devices or you
connect a Bluetooth device from a different room.
Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth
wireless technology does not incur any charges. A
mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection
was made via Bluetooth wireless technology.
Available Devices : Mobile phone, MP3, Laptop, PDA.
BLUETOOTH Profiles
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain proles. This
unit is compatible with following prole.
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Prole)
Codec : SBC
Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
Pairing your unit and BLUETOOTH
device
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.
1. Press the FUNCTION button until the Bluetooth
function is selected. “BT READY” appears on the
display window.
2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the
pairing operation. When searching for this unit
with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
found may appear in the Bluetooth device
display depending on the type of Bluetooth
device. Your unit appears as “LG CM4360(XX)”.
yXX means the last two digits of
Bluetooth address. For example, if your
unit has a Bluetooth address such as
9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, you will see
“LG
CM4360(08)
”
on your Bluetooth device.
yDepending on the Bluetooth device type,
some devices may have a different pairing
process. Enter the PIN code (0000) as
needed.
yYou can connect this unit with up to 3
Bluetooth devices simultaneously using the
same method as described above, only in the
Bluetooth function.
yThe multi pairing connection is only
supported on Android or iOS devices. (Multi
pairing connection may not be supported
depending on the connected device
specications.)
yRemovable/detachable Bluetooth device
(Ex : Dongle etc.) will not support multi
pairing.
, Note
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3. When this unit has successfully connected with
your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED” will be appear
on the display window. After a short amount
of time, the Bluetooth device name will be
displayed.
y“PAIRED” will momentarily appear on the
display when you connect other devices for
multi pairing
yIf the device name is unavailable, “_” will be
displayed.
, Note
4. Listen to music.
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device,
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
yWhen using Bluetooth technology, you have
to make a connection between the unit and
the Bluetooth device as close as possible and
keep the distance.
However, it may not work well in certain
situations as described below:
- There is a obstacle between the unit and
the Bluetooth device.
- There is a device using same frequency
with Bluetooth technology such as a
medical equipment, a microwave or a
wireless LAN device.
yYou should connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit again when you restart it.
yEven if this unit connected up to 3 Bluetooth
devices in the Bluetooth mode, you can play
and control music by using only one of the
connected devices.
, Note
yWhen this unit connected with multiple
Bluetooth devices, only one device which
you are playing keeps Bluetooth connection
when you change the function to the others.
yThe sound may be interrupted when the
connection has interference from other
electronic devices.
yYou cannot control the Bluetooth device
with this unit.
yDepending on the type of the device, you may
not be able to use the Bluetooth function.
yYou can enjoy wireless system using phone,
MP3, Notebook, etc.
yThe more distance between the unit and
the Bluetooth device, the lower the sound
quality becomes.
yBluetooth connection will be disconnected
when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth
device gets far from the unit.
yWhen Bluetooth connection is disconnected,
connect the Bluetooth device to the unit
again.
yWhen a Bluetooth device is not connected,
“BT READY” appears on the display window.
yWhen you use Bluetooth function,
adjust the volume to a proper level on the
Bluetooth device.
yIf it is not in Bluetooth function, only one
device can be connected.
yIf a Bluetooth device is connected when
using LG TV, LG TV is disconnected and the
Bluetooth device is connected.
yWhen you connect Bluetooth device (iOS
device etc.) to this unit or operate the device,
the volume level can be synchronized with
each other.
, Note
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Using the Music Flow
Bluetooth App
Only Android OS is available to use “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app with this unit.
, Note
About “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app brings a suite of new
features to this unit.
To enjoy more features, you are recommended to
download and install free “Music Flow Bluetooth”
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.
(Android OS)
2. Tap an icon for installation.
3. Tap an icon for downloading.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the internet.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device
has a scanning software application. If you
don’t have one, download one from “Google
Android Market (Google Play Store)”.
yDepending on area, QR code may not work.
, Note
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
through “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”
1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play
Store)” icon.
2. In the search bar, type in the “Music Flow
Bluetooth” and search it.
3. In the search result list, find and tap
“Music Flow Bluetooth” to start downloading
Bluetooth app.
4. Tap an icon for installation.
5. Tap an icon for downloading.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the Internet.
yMake sure that your Bluetooth device is
equipped with “Google Android Market
(Google Play Store)”.
, Note
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3
Activate Bluetooth with
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app helps to connect your
Bluetooth device to this unit.
1. Tap “Music Flow Bluetooth” app icon on the home
screen to open “Music Flow Bluetooth” app, and
go to the main menu.
2. Tap [Menu] and select the unit you want.
3. If you want to get more information to operate,
tap [Help] on the [Setting] menu.
y“Music Flow Bluetooth” app will be available
in the software version as follow;
- Android O/S : Ver 4.0.3 (or later)
yIf you use “Music Flow Bluetooth” app for
operation, there would be some differences
between “Music Flow Bluetooth” app and
the supplied remote control. Use the supplied
remote control as necessary.
yDepending on the Bluetooth device, “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app may not work.
yAfter connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, music may be output from your device. In
this case, try connecting procedure again.
yIf you operate the other applications or
change the settings on your Bluetooth
device while using “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, “Music Flow Bluetooth” app may operate
abnormally.
yWhen “Music Flow Bluetooth” app operates
abnormally, check your Bluetooth device and
the connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
and then try to connect again.
yDepending on the Smartphone's operating
system, you have some differences for “Music
Flow Bluetooth” operation.
yCheck Bluetooth setting on your Bluetooth
device if “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
connection does not work well.
, Note
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3
Radio Operations
Listening to the radio
1. Press FUNCTION until FM appears in the display
window.
The last received station is tuned in.
2. Auto tuning :
Press and hold TUN. -/+ 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.
Or
Manual tuning :
Press TUN. -/+ on the remote control or
Y/U on the unit repeatedly.
3. Adjust the volume by rotating volume knob on
the unit or by pressing VOL +/- on the remote
control repeatedly.
Improving poor FM reception
Press z on the remote control or unit.
This will change the Tuner from stereo to mono and
usually improve the reception.
Presetting the Radio Stations
You can preset 50 stations for FM.
Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume.
1. Press FUNCTION until FM appears in the display
window.
2. Select the desired frequency by pressing
TUN. -/+ on the remote control or
Y/U on the unit.
3. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
control. A preset number will blink in the display
window.
4. Press PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote
control to select the preset number you want.
5. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
control. The station is stored.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to store other stations.
7. To listen to a preset station, press
PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote control.
Deleting all the saved stations
1. Press and hold PROGRAM/MEMORY on the
remote control for two seconds.
“ERASEALL” will flash up on the unit display.
2. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
control to erase all the saved radio stations.
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Sound adjustment
Setting the surround mode
This system has a number of pre-set surround sound
elds. 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 Description
POP
CLASSIC
JAZZ
ROCK
This program lends
an enthusiastic
atmosphere to the
sound, giving you the
feeling you are at an
actual rock, pop, jazz
or classic concert.
BASS
Reinforces the treble,
bass and surround
sound effect.
FOOT BALL
You can enjoy
the sound effect
FOOTBALL STADIUM.
STANDARD You can enjoy
optimized sound.
You can select a desired sound mode by using
REGION EQ on the remote control.
On Display Description
CUMBIA, BANDA,
SALSA, SAMBA, AXE,
TECNO BR, FORRO,
FUNK, SERTANEJ,
ARABIC, AFRO,
DANGDUT, INDIA,
REGUETON, MERENGUE
Regionally optimized
sound effect.
y On some speakers, sound may not be heard
or heard in low sound depending on the
sound mode.
y Maybe you need to reset the sound mode,
after switching the input, sometimes even
after the sound track changed.
yBy pressing REGION EQ on the remote
control or REGION EQ / B. BLAST on the
unit, you can select various region equalizer.
yBy pressing and holding
REGION EQ / B. BLAST on the unit, you can
enjoy bass sound effect.
, Note
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3
Advanced Operations
Recording to USB
You can record a various sound source to USB.
(CD, Tuner, AUX)
1. Connect the USB device to the unit.
2. Select a function by pressing FUNCTION.
One track/file recording - You can record to USB
after playing a track/file you want.
All tracks/files recording - You can record to USB
after full stop status.
Programmed list recording - After showing the
programmed list, you can record it to USB.
(Refer to page 16)
3. Start the recording by pressing USB REC on the
remote control.
4. To stop recording, press I on the remote
control.
Pausing recording
During recording, press z on the remote control
or unit to pause recording.
Press it again to restart recording.
(Only Tuner, AUX)
To select recording bit rate and
speed
1. Press USB REC on the remote control for longer
than 3 seconds.
2. Use Y/U on the remote control or unit to
select the bit rate.
3. Press USB REC on the remote control again to
select the recording speed.
4. Press Y/U on the remote control or unit to
select a desired recording speed :
(AUDIO CD only)
X1 SPEED
- You can listen to music while recording it.
X2 SPEED
- You can just record the music file.
5. Press USB REC on the remote control to finish
the setting.
The making of unauthorized copies of
copy-protected material, including computer
programs, les, broadcasts and sound
recordings, may be an infringement of
copyrights and constitute a criminal offense.
This equipment should not be used for such
purposes.
Be responsible
Respect copyrights
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3
yYou can check the recording percentage rate
for the USB record on the display window
during the recording. (MP3/WMA CD Only)
yDuring recording MP3/WMA, there is no sound.
yWhen you stop recording during playback,
the le that has been recorded at that time
will be stored. (Except MP3/WMA les)
yDo not remove the USB device or turn off
the unit during USB recording. If does not, an
incomplete le may be made and not deleted
on PC.
yIf USB recording does not work, the message
like “NO USB”, “ERROR”, “USB FULL” or
“NO REC” is displayed on the display window.
yMulti card reader device or external HDD
cannot be used for USB recording.
yA le is recorded by about 512 Mbyte when
you record for a long term.
yYou may not store more than 2000 les.
yYou cannot record in AUTO DJ mode.
yIn case of the unsupported MP3/WMA le,
the le recording may be stopped.
yIt’ ll be stored as follows.
AUDIO CD MP3/WMA
AUX Tuner
Tuner : The current recording frequency is
shown.
, Note Setting the Clock
1. Turn the unit on.
2. Press and hold CLOCK.
3. Select time mode by pressing Y/U on the
remote control.
- AM 12:00 (for an AM and PM display) or 0:00
(for a 24 hour display)
4. Press SET to confirm your selection.
5. Select the hours by pressing Y/U on the
remote control.
6. Press SET.
7. Select the minutes by pressing Y/U on the
remote control.
8. Press SET.
Setting the Clock through
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app on your Android
device. (Refer to page 21)
Your unit’s clock will be automatically synchronized
with your device by activating Bluetooth connection
through “Music Flow Bluetooth” app.
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3
Using your player as an alarm
clock
1. Turn the unit on.
2. Press and hold ALARM.
3. Press Y/U on the remote control to
change the hours and minutes and press SET to
save.
4. Press Y/U on the remote control to select
function and press SET to save.
- Press Y/U to select a memory No. when
you select Tuner and then, press SET. If there is
no memory No., this step is skipped.
5. Press Y/U on the remote control to
change the volume and press SET to save. The
clock icon “(“ shows that the alarm is set.
yIf you set the clock, you can check the time
by pressing CLOCK even when the player is
turned off.
yYou can set alarm after you set the clock.
yIf you set the clock and alarm, you can check
the alarm icon “(“ by pressing CLOCK even
when the player is turned off.
yIf you set the clock and alarm, you can check
the alarm icon “(“ and setting information
by pressing ALARM even when the unit is
turned off.
yYou can select ALARM on/off mode by
pressing ALARM.
, Note
Sleep Timer Setting
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select delay time between
10 and 180 minutes. After the delay time, the unit
will be turned off.
To cancel the sleep function, press SLEEP repeatedly
until “SLEEP 10” appears, and then press SLEEP
once again.
yYou can check the remaining time before the
unit is turned off.
yPress SLEEP. The remaining time appears in
the display window.
, Note
Dimmer
Press SLEEP once. The display window will be
darkened by half. To cancel it, press SLEEP repeatedly
until dim off.
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3
Auto power down
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 20 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.
How to disconnect the wireless
network connection or the wireless
device
Turn off the unit by pressing the power button for
more than 5 seconds.
AUTO POWER On
This unit automatically turns on by an input source :
LG TV or Bluetooth
If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this
unit turns on and the unit will be connected your
Bluetooth device.
yDepending on the connected device, this
function may not operate.
yDepending on the connected device, the unit
turns on but Bluetooth function may not be
connected.
yIf you disconnect Bluetooth connection by
this unit, some Bluetooth devices try to
connect to the unit continually. Therefore it is
recommended to disconnect the connection
before turning off the unit.
yIf you try to connect to the “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app, Bluetooth function of this
unit is turned on.
yIf you turn on the unit using LG TV or
Bluetooth function, proper function of this
unit is turned on.
yIf you have already paired with this unit,
automatically this unit can turn on by an
input source when this unit is turned off.
yIf you turn off the unit by pressing the power
button for more than 5 seconds, Auto Power
On function is disabled.
To activate it, turn on the unit.
, Note
Auto function change
This unit recognizes input signals such as Bluetooth
and LG TV and then changes suitable function
automatically.
When you try to connect Bluetooth
device
When you try to connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit, Bluetooth function is selected. Play your
music on the Bluetooth device.
When LG TV is connected
When you turn on your LG TV connected by LG
Sound Sync, this unit changes the function to LG TV.
You can hear the sound from your TV.
yThis function is not available during recording
or deleting.
yThis function only works with devices that
were previously connected.
, Note
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3
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.
yYou can also use the remote control of this
unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you use TV's
remote control again, the unit synchronizes
with the TV.
yIf the connection fails, check the conditions of
this unit and your TV : power, function
yMake sure of the condition of this unit and the
connection in the cases below when using LG
Sound Sync.
- Turned off the unit.
- Changing the function to the others.
- Disconnecting the wireless connection
caused by interference or a distance.
yThe amount of time to turn off this unit is
different depending on your TV.
yDetails of TV setting menu vary depending on
the manufacturers or models of your TV.
yIf you connect LG Sound Sync when “Music
Flow Bluetooth“ app is connected, control
through the app is available.
yIf you turned off the unit directly by pressing
1/! (Power), LG Sound Sync will be
disconnected. To use this function again, you
should reconnect the TV and the unit.
yIf an LG TV is connected when using
Bluetooth, Bluetooth is disconnected and
the LG TV is connected.
yIf you try to change the function on using
the LG TV function, volume will be change
according to the LG TV volume level.
, Note
1. Turn on the unit by pressing 1 (Power) on the
remote control.
2. Press FUNCTION until LG TV function is selected.
3. Set up the sound output of TV to listen to the
sound through this unit :
TV setting menu [ [Sound] [ [TV Sound
output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Wireless)]
“PAIRED” appears on the display window for
about 3 seconds and then you can see “LG TV”
on the display window if connecting normally
between this unit and your TV.
4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting30
Troubleshooting
4
Troubleshooting
Problem Cause & Correction
The unit does not work
properly.
yTurn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer,
DVD-player, Amplier, etc.) and turn it on again.
yDisconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV,
Woofer, DVD-player, Amplier, etc.) and then try connecting again.
yPrevious setting may not be saved when device power is shut off.
No Power.
yThe power cord is not plugged in. Plug in the power cord.
yCheck whether electricity failed. Check the condition by operating other
electronic devices.
No sound.
yCheck whether you select right function. Press FUNCTION and check the
selected function.
yCheck to see if the speakers are connected to the unit correctly.
The unit does not start
playback.
yAn unplayable disc is inserted. Insert a playable disc.
yNo disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
yThe disc is dirty. Clean the disc. (Refer to page 33)
yThe disc is inserted upside down. Place the disc with the label or printed side
facing upwards.
Radio stations cannot be
tuned in properly.
yThe antenna is positioned or connected poorly. Connect the antenna securely.
yThe signal strength of the radio station is too weak. Tune to the station manually.
yNo stations have been preset or preset stations have been cleared. (when being
tuned by scanning preset channels) Preset some radio stations, see page 23
for details.
The remote control does
not work properly.
yThe remote control is too far from the unit. Operate the remote control within
about 23 ft (7 m).
yThere is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit. Remove the
obstacle.
yThe batteries in the remote control are exhausted. Replace the batteries with
new ones.
LG Sound Sync does not
work.
yCheck whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.
yCheck connection of LG Sound Sync.
yCheck sound setting of your TV and this unit.
5 Appendix
Appendix 31
Appendix
5
Main unit
General
Power requirements 120 V ~ 60 Hz
Power consumption 45 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 8.05 in x 10.94 in x 11.24 in
Net Weight Approx. 5.57 lb
Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C
Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %
Inputs
AUX IN 2.0 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB), 75 Ω, RCA jack (L, R) x 1
Tuner
FM Tuning Range 87.5 to 108.0 MHz or 87.50 to 108.00 MHz
Amplier (RMS Output power)
THD 20 %
Total 230 W
Front 115 W X 2 (4 Ω at 1 kHz)
System
Frequency response 100 to 20 000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio 75 dB
Dynamic range 75 dB
Bus Power Supply (USB) 5 V 0 500 mA
USB Version 2.0
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Appendix
5
Speakers
Front
Type 2 Way 2 Speaker
Impedance 4 Ω
Rated Input Power 115 W
Max. Input Power 230 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 203 mm x 284.5 mm x 200 mm
Net Weight Approx. 2.1 kg
yDesign and specications are subject to change without notice.
Appendix 33
Appendix
5
Maintenance
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
Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray
near the unit.
Wiping with strong pressure may damage the
surface.
Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact
with the unit for a long period of time.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the
surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use
strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner,
as these might damage the surface of the unit.
Maintaining the Unit
The unit is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical
pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn,
the picture quality could be diminished. For details,
please contact your nearest authorized service
center.
Notes on Discs
Handling Discs
Never stick paper or tape on the disc.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not
expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat
and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct
sunlight.
Cleaning Discs
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for old vinyl records.
Appendix34
Appendix
5
Trademarks and
Licenses
Bluetooth wireless technology is a system which
allows radio contact between electronic.
Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth
wireless technology does not incur any charges. A
mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection
was made via Bluetooth wireless technology.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are 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.
