LG ThinQ Speaker Owner's Manual

1.1 Safety Information

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This lightning flash 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 sufficient 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. ⚠️

1.2 Unique Features

BLUETOOTH®

Listen to music stored on your Bluetooth device.

"Google Home" application

You can enjoy various functions of this speaker by connecting to network and your smart device with "Google Home" app. The speaker and your smart device must be connected to the same network. Visit or "Google Play" or "App Store" to search for "Google Home" app. For detailed information, refer to page 10.

Voice recognition

You can use a variety of voice commands to control the speaker with Google Assistant.

"LG Wi-Fi Speaker" application

Listens to music stored on your smart device. You can control this speaker with your iPhone or Android device via "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" app. Visit "Google Play" or "App Store" to search for "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" app. For detailed information, refer to page 18.

1.3 Introduction

Symbol used in this manual

1.4 Front View

The front of the speaker features several touch-sensitive controls and indicators. At the top, a button labeled '1' controls playback (play, pause, skip). Below it, '2' is the Function LED, which changes color based on connection status (e.g., blue for Bluetooth, white for Wi-Fi). '3' is the Function button (F) to switch between Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. A microphone icon button (often labeled with a microphone symbol) is used to activate Google Assistant by long-pressing or for playback control. Buttons labeled '5' ('+' and '-') adjust the volume. '6' indicates built-in microphones. '7' is the Google Assistant LED, indicating its status.

• 1: Plays, pauses or skip playback.
• 2: Function LED - Changes LED status in according function. (Bluetooth: Blue / Wi-Fi: White - Page 13)
• 3: F (Function) - Changes Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. (Page 14)
• 4: Use in instead of saying "Ok Google" by long pressing the [mic icon]. Plays or pauses a music and stops the Google Assistant feedback. (Page 14)
• 5: +, - Adjusts the volume.
• 6: Built-in microphones
• 7: Google Assistant LED - Changes LED status according to Google Assistant performance. (Page 15)

1.5 Rear View

The rear of the speaker has a '1' button for turning the microphone on/off (indicated by a microphone icon). A port labeled 'DC IN' (2) is for the AC adapter input. A button labeled 'RESET' (3) is used to initialize the speaker's settings.

• 1: ?️❌ (Microphone off) button - Enables or disables the Google Assistant Microphone (voice recognition) (Page 22)
• 2: DC IN (AC adapter input)
• 3: RESET - Initialize information of existing connection. (Page 23)

2.1 Network Connection

You can enjoy various functions of this speaker by connecting to network and your smart device with "Google Home" app. Choose the connection method considering your network environment.

[Diagram showing speaker, router, smartphone connected via Wi-Fi]

The "Google Home" app is required to connect the speaker wirelessly to the network.

2.2 Setting up the Speaker

Connecting the AC Adapter

Connect the speaker to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter.

1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to DC IN adapter input.
2. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

[Diagram showing AC adapter connection to speaker and outlet]

3. Function LED rotates for tens of seconds (Approx. 30 ~ 50 seconds) during booting.

4. The speaker has completed booting when Function LED blinks in white with the sound.

2.3 Installing "Google Home" App

The "Google Home" app allows you to use various functions of this speaker through your smart device. There are a ways to install "Google Home" app onto your Smart device.

Requirements before setup

• A wireless router must be connected to the internet. A smart device such as Android or iOS devices must be connected to the wireless router via Wi-Fi connection.
• It needs Google account to use this app. During connect Wi-Fi, this app may request to create Google account.

Through "Google Play or "App Store"

1. Tap the "Google Play Store" icon or "App Store" icon on your smart device.
2. Type in "Google Home" in the search bar and tap "Search" on "Google Play" or "App Store"
3. Select "Google Home" in the search result list to download.

2.4 Launch the app to connect Wi-Fi

Make sure your smart device Wi-Fi feature is turned on. Once a connecting operation is performed, it does not need to be performed again.

1. Tap the "Google Home" icon [Google Home app icon] to launch the app.
2. Follow the screen on app to set speaker. Follow these instructions in order.

For more information on the setup, visit the web site. https://support.google.com/googlehome/answer/7029485?hl=en

2.5 Wi-Fi Connection Status

3. When the speaker is properly connected to Wi-Fi, the Function LED will be solid white with sound.

[Diagram showing speaker with 'F' button indicating solid white LED]

2.6 Reference site for Google Assistant Help

3.1 Basic Operations

Function LED status

3.2 Simple Operation Guide

3.3 How to use the Google Assistant

Google Assistant LED status

Talk to the Google Assistant

You can use a variety of voice commands to control this speaker with the Google Assistant. Try to say a voice command to the speaker. The speaker will activate the Google assistant and perform your voice command.

[Diagram showing a person speaking to the speaker with text bubbles: "Ok Google. Set the alarm at 4 PM." and "There, your alarm is set for 4 PM."]

1. Turn on the speaker and connect Wi-Fi. Follow the "Setting up the Speaker". (page 9-12)
2. Say "Ok Google". Or long press ?️❌ for 2 seconds on top of the speaker. Then the speaker is activated and ready to receive your voice commands.
3. Just say the thing you want to do. Then the speaker recognizes and performs your voice command.
4. After a few seconds, the Google Assistant will respond to your command.

3.4 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.

[Diagram illustrating speaker controlling TV, lights, thermostat, smart plug]

For more information, visit the below web site.

• Set up, Usage and more: http://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7540703
• Compatible LG appliance models: Visit http://www.lg.com and then search the information

3.5 Voice Command

1. Time
   "What time is it?", "What time is it now?", What time is it in Spain?"
2. Weather
   "What's the weather?", "What's the weather this weekend?", "What's the weather in Paris?", "Will it rain tomorrow?"
3. Plan
   "Tell me about my day.", "What's my next meeting?", "Set a reminder to check schedule at 6pm."
4. Alarms
   "Set an alarm", "Set an alarm for 9am", "Wake me up at 9am", "What alarms are set?"
5. Music
   "Play the music.", "Next song.", "Previous song.", "Pause the music"
6. Volume
   "Volume level 9.", "Maximum volume.", "Mute.", "Turn it up", "Turn it down"
7. Smart Home devices
   "Set the heat to 22"
   "Turn on lights in the kitchen"
   "Watch on TV"

3.6 LG Wi-Fi Speaker App

The "LG Wi-Fi Speaker"app is provided by LG Electronics. This app allows you to use various functions of this speaker through your smart device:

Requirements before using

You should connect to Wi-Fi by using "Google Home" app prior to use this app. (Page 10-12)

Enjoying music on your device and home network server

You can listen to music on your smart device and home network server.

Using Chromecast built-in

You can enjoy music contents through this speaker.

3.7 BLUETOOTH connection lock

You can limit Bluetooth connection to only Bluetooth function to prevent unintended Bluetooth connection.

1. Install the "LG Wi-Fi speaker" app. Follow the "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" (page 18)
2. Follow these instructions in order.
   [My Speakers] → [Bluetooth connection restriction]
3. Tap on [Bluetooth connection restriction]

3.8 Sound effect

This system has a number of pre-set surround sound fields. You can select a desired sound effect by using "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" app.

3.9 Using BLUETOOTH technology

About BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for short range connection. The sound may be interrupted if the connection has interference by some other electronic waves or you connect the Bluetooth in some other 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: Smart phone, Notebook, etc.
• Version: 4.2
• Codec: SBC

BLUETOOTH Profiles

In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology, devices must be able to interpret certain profiles. This unit is compatible with following profile. A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

3.10 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 turned on in to 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. Turn on the speaker and connect Wi-Fi. Follow the "Setting up the Speaker". (page 9-12)
2. When you change to Bluetooth function by pressing the F button, the Function LED's color will change from white to blue. - Function LED (Blue) will blink.
3. 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 "Speaker name (App setup)".
4. Select "Speaker name (App setup)".

5. When this unit is successfully connected with your Bluetooth device, the Function LED will be solid blue with sound.

6. Listen to music. To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device, refer to your Bluetooth device's user guide.

3.11 Other Operations

Using Voice command to connect Bluetooth

If the speaker has paired to a Bluetooth device before, you can use "Google Assistant" to pair Bluetooth. Say "Connect", "Connect to Bluetooth" or "Hey Bluetooth". To disconnect it, say "Cancel", "Unpair devices" or "Clear all devices".

Controls connected Bluetooth device

You can control connected Bluetooth device from the unit; play, pause, skip, volume.

3.12 Edit speaker name

You can check and edit the speaker name on the "Google Home" app, follow these instructions.
[ ] → [Name] → [enter a new name] → [Save]

3.13 Resetting

To initialize information of existing connection, follow these instructions.

1. Press and hold the RESET button for 5 seconds. The Function LED will be filled when RESET is pressed.
2. When the speaker enters reset mode, Function LED starts to rotate quickly with sound. Wait until resetting is complete.
3. The speaker has completed resetting when Function LED blinks slowly with sound.

4.1 General

4.2 Network

4.3 Application

5.1 Trademarks and Licenses

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.

[Bluetooth logo]

5.2 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.

5.3 Open Source

You can find "Open Source Software Notice" at the "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" app or "Google Home" app.

LGE OPEN SOURCE

1. Launch "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" app on your smart device.
2. Follow these instructions in order.
   [ ] → [Settings]
3. Tap [Open source licenses] on [Settings] Shows LGE Open Source Software Notice.

Chromecast and the Google Assistant OPEN SOURCE

1. Launch "LG Wi-Fi Speaker" app on your smart device.
2. Follow these instructions in order.
   [ ] → [Settings] → [Chromecast] → [Chromecast built-in open legal documents]
3. Tap [Open source licenses] on [Chromecast built-in open legal documents] Shows Chromecast and Google Assistant Open Source Software Notice.

OS OPEN SOURCE

1. Launch "Google Home" app on your smart device.
2. Follow these instructions in order.
   [Select the device on main screen] → [ ] → [ ] → [Open source licenses] Shows OS Open Source Software Notice.

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 CDROM 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.

5.4 Specifications

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.