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)

*MFL69360225* www.lg.com
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Safety Information

1 CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.
DO NOT OPEN To ensure proper use of this product, please read
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) reference. Shall the unit require maintenance, contact
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER an authorized service center.
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
This lightning flash with arrowhead result in hazardous radiation exposure.
symbol within an equilateral triangle To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try
is intended to alert the user to the to open the enclosure.
presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s CAUTION concerning the Power cord
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of Most appliances recommend they should be placed
electric shock to persons. upon a dedicated circuit;
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only
The exclamation point within an that appliance and has no additional outlets or
equilateral triangle is intended branch circuits. Check the specification page of this
to alert the user to the presence owner’s manual to be certain. Do not overload wall
of important operating and outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged
maintenance (servicing) instructions wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or
in the literature accompanying the damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
product. Any of these conditions could result in electric
shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the
OR MOISTURE. appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a replacement part by an authorized service center.
confined space such as a book case or similar unit. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical
CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to
instructions. plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided the appliance. The Power Plug is the disconnecting
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must
the product and to protect it from overheating. remain readily accessible.
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.
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This device is equipped with a portable battery or Symbols

accumulator.
Safety way to remove the battery or the battery ~ Refers to alternating current(AC).
from the equipment: Remove the old battery
or battery pack, follow the steps in reverse order 0 Refers to direct current(DC). 1
than the assembly. To prevent contamination of
Refers to class II equipment.

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the environment and bring on possible threat
to human and animal health, the old battery or 1 Refers to stand-by.
the battery put it in the appropriate container at
designated collection points. Do not dispose of ! Refers to “ON” (power).
batteries or battery together with other waste. It is
recommended that you use local, free reimbursement Refers to dangerous voltage.
systems batteries and accumulators. The battery
shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, should 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with

INSTRUCTIONS the device. When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/device combination to avoid
1 injury from tip-over.
1. Read these instructions.
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2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this device near water. 13. Unplug this device during lightning storms or
6. Clean only with dry cloth. when unused for long periods of time.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Servicing is required when the device has been
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other device or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
(including amplifiers) that produce heat. objects have fallen into the device, the device
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized operate normally, or has been dropped.
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 device.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
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Industry Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-
exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and 1
(2) This device must accept any interference,

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including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm (7.8 inches)
between the antenna & your body.
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED
BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
[For product having the wireless function using 5
GHz frequency bands]
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150–
5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to co-
channel mobile satellite systems;
(ii) for devices with detachable antenna(s), the
maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-
5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment
still complies with the e.i.r.p. limit;
(iii) for devices with detachable antenna(s), the
maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such
that the equipment still complies with the
e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and
non-point-to-point operation as appropriate;
and
(iv) the worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to
remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation
mask requirement set forth in Section 6.2.2(3)
shall be clearly indicated.(devices operating in
the band 5250-5350 MHz with a maximum
e.i.r.p. greater than 200 mW)
(v) High-power radars are allocated as primary
users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250–
5350 MHz and 5650–5850 MHz and that
these radars could cause interference and/or
damage to LE-LAN devices.
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Table of Contents 3 Operating

17 Basic Operations
17 – CD/USB Operations
17 – Auto Play
1 Getting Started 18 Other Operations
18 – Programmed Playback
2 Safety Information
18 – Deleting Programmed list
8 Unique Features
18 – Displaying file information
8 Accessories
(ID3 TAG)
9 Playable file Requirement
19 – Searching for a folder and an MP3/WMA
9 – Music file requirement
file
9 – Compatible USB Devices
19 – Deleting an MP3/WMA file
9 – USB device requirement
20 – AUTO DJ playback
10 Remote control
20 – Turn off the sound temporarily
12 Front Panel
21 Using a BLUETOOTH® wireless technology
14 Rear Panel
21 – Listening to music stored on the
BLUETOOTH devices
2 Connecting 23 Using the Music Flow Bluetooth App
23 – Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App onto
15 Connecting to speakers
Your Bluetooth Device
15 – Connecting the speakers to the unit
25 Radio Operations
16 Optional Equipment Connection
25 – Listening to the radio
16 – USB Connection
25 – Improving poor FM reception
16 – AUX IN Connection
25 – Presetting the Radio Stations
25 – Deleting all the saved stations
26 Sound adjustment
26 – Setting the surround mode
27 Advanced Operations
27 – Recording to USB
27 – To select recording bit rate and speed
28 Setting the Clock
28 – Setting the Clock through
“Music Flow Bluetooth” App
29 – Using your player as an alarm clock
29 – Sleep Timer Setting
29 – Dimmer
30 – Auto power down
30 – AUTO POWER On
30 – Auto function change
31 LG Sound Sync
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4 Troubleshooting
32 Troubleshooting

1
5 Appendix
33 Main unit
34 Speakers
35 Maintenance
35 – Handling the Unit 2
35 – Notes on Discs
36 Trademarks and Licenses

5
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Unique Features Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 BLUETOOTH
Listens to music stored on your Bluetooth device.
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AUTO DJ
Blends the end of one song into the beginning of
another for seamless playback. Remote Control (1) Batteries (2)

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 23-24

LG Sound Sync
Controls volume level of this unit by the remote
control of your LG TV that is compatible with LG
Sound Sync.
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Playable file Compatible USB Devices

Requirement yy MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.
yy USB
 Flash Drive :
Devices that support USB2.0 or USB1.1. 1
yy The
 USB function of this unit does not support all
Music file requirement

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USB devices.
MP3/WMA file compatibility with this unit is limited
as follows. USB device requirement
yy Sampling frequency : within 32 to 48 kHz (MP3),
yy Devices which require additional program
within 32 to 48 kHz (WMA)
installation when you have connected it to a
yy Bit
 rate : within 32 to 320 kbps (MP3), computer, are not supported.
40 to 192 kbps (WMA)
yy Do not extract the USB device while in operation.
yy Maximum files : Data CD : 999 / USB : 2000
yy For a large capacity USB, it may take a few minute
yy Maximum folders : Data CD : 99 / USB : 200 to be searched.
yy File extensions : “.mp3”/“.wma” yy To prevent data loss, back up all data.
yy Certain MP3/WMA files may not be played yy If you use a USB extension cable or USB hub, the
depending on the type or format of the file. USB device is not recognized.
yy CD-ROM file format : ISO 9660/JOLIET yy Using NTFS file system is not supported.
yy We
 recommend that you use Easy-CD Creator, (Only FAT(16/32) file system is supported.)
which creates an ISO 9660 file system. yy This unit recognizes up to 2000 files.
yy External HDD, card readers, locked devices, or hard
The DTS is not supported. In case of DTS audio
type USB devices are not supported.
format, audio is not output.
yy USB port of the unit cannot be connected to the
You have to set the disc format option to [Mastered]
PC. The unit cannot be used as a storage device.
in order to make the discs compatible with the LG
players when formatting rewritable discs. When yy Some USB may not work with this unit.
setting the option to Live File System, you cannot use
it on LG players.
(Mastered/Live File System : Disc format system for
Windows Vista)
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Remote control • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a• • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 (Power) : Switches the unit ON or OFF.
R (Open/Close) : Opens and closes the disc tray.
1 VOL +/- : Adjusts speaker volume.
PRESET·FOLDER W/S :
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-- Searches for a folder of MP3/WMA files. When

a CD/USB containing MP3/WMA files 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 20 )
DELETE :
-- Deletes MP3/WMA files.
-- Deletes a song on the programmed list.

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.
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• • • • • • • • • • • • • • b• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • c• • • • • • • • • • • • • •
SOUND EFFECT : Chooses sound impressions. INFO :
TUN. -/+ : Selects the radio stations. -- Sees information about your music. An MP3 file
often comes with ID3 tag. The tag gives the Title,
Y/U (Skip/Search) : Artist, Album or Time information. 1
-- Skips fast backward or forward. -- Sees the address of connected Bluetooth device
-- Searches for a section within a track/file.

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in Bluetooth mode.
z (Play/Pause) : REPEAT : Plays your tracks/files repeatedly or
-- Starts or pauses playback. randomly.
-- Selects STEREO/MONO.
SLEEP : Sets the system to turn off automatically at
I (Stop) : Stops playback or recording. 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 : Confirms 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

1
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c h

d i

e j

f k

g
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a Display window h FUNCTION

b USB Selects the function or input source.
Plays the audio files by connecting the USB i z (Play/Pause)
device. - Starts or pauses playback.
c 1/! (Power) - Selects Stereo/Mono. 1
Switches the unit ON or OFF. j REGION EQ / B. BLAST

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d U (Skip/Search) - Chooses region equalizer.
- Searches forward. - Selects BASS effect.
- Skips to the next track/file. k R
e AUTO DJ Opens or closes the disc tray.
Selects the AUTO DJ mode. l Master Volume
(For more information, refer to page 20) Adjusts volume of speaker.
f Y (Skip/Search)
- Searches backward.
- Skips to the previous track/file.
g Disc tray
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Rear Panel

1
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POWER IN

AUX IN
FRONT FRONT
R (4Ω) L (4Ω)
b
L +
d
R -
SPEAKERS

a POWER IN
b FM ANTENNA
c AUX IN (L/R) connectors
d SPEAKERS (L/R) terminals
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Connecting to speakers >>Caution

yy Make sure children do not put their hands or
any objects into the *speaker duct.
* Speaker duct : A hole for plentiful bass
Connecting the speakers to the sound on speaker cabinet (enclosure)
unit yy The speakers contain magnet parts, so color
irregularity may occur on the TV screen or PC
To connect the cable to the unit, press each plastic monitor screen. Please use the speakers far
finger pad to open the connection terminals on the away from either TV screen or PC monitor.
unit. Insert the wire and release the finger pad.
2
Connect the black of each wire to the terminals

Connecting
marked - (minus) and the other end to the terminals
marked + (plus).

Color Speaker

Red Front R

White Front L
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Optional Equipment AUX IN Connection

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.
USB Connection
Connect a USB device to the USB ports on the unit.

2
Connecting

AUX IN
FRONT FRONT
R (4Ω) L (4Ω)

L +

R -
SPEAKERS

Red
White

To the audio output jacks

of your component
(Camcorder, TV, Player, etc.)

,,Note
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.
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Basic Operations ,,Note

yy The display changes in the following order.

USB MP3/WMA CD AUDIO CD

CD/USB Operations RPT 1 RPT 1 RPT 1
1. Insert the disc by pressing R on the remote RPT*DIR RPT DIR -
control or unit. RPT ALL RPT ALL RPT ALL
Or connect the USB device to the USB port.
RANDOM RANDOM RANDOM
2. Select CD or USB function by pressing
FUNCTION. OFF OFF OFF

*DIR : Directory
To Do this yy When you play programmed list, only RPT 1
Stop Press I on the remote control. and RPT ALL are available.
yy Even after restarting the unit or switching
Playback
Press z on the remote control
one function to another, you can listen to
3
or unit.
music from the point where it’s last been

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During playback, press z on the played.
Pause
remote control or unit. yy If you leave the disc tray open for 5 minutes,
it will close automatically.
Searching Press and hold Y/U on
for a section the remote control or unit during
within playback and release it at the point
a track/file you want to listen to.
Auto Play
-- In stop status, AUDIO/MP3/WMA CD is played automatically after
disc tray is open and then closed.
Press Y/U on the remote
control or unit to go to the next/ Automatically switches to the CD function if disc tray
previous track/file. is open and then closed when there is no disc in tray.

-- During playback,
Skipping to
the next/ press U on the remote control or
previous unit to go to the next track/file.
track/file Playing less than 2 seconds, press
Y on the remote control or unit
to go to the previous track/file.
Playing after 3 seconds, press Y
on the remote control or unit to go
to the beginning of the track/file.

Playing Press REPEAT on the remote

repeatedly or control repeatedly. Refer to the note
randomly for details about the display change.
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Other Operations Deleting Programmed list

Deleting function only works in the edit mode.
1. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
Programmed Playback control in stop status.
The program function enables you to store your 2. Select a song by pressing PROGRAM/MEMORY
favorite files from any disc or USB device. or PRESET·FOLDER W/S repeatedly.
A program can contain 20 tracks/files for each 3. Press DELETE while a song is selected.
media. (CD, USB) Possible to save a total of 40 ,,Note
tracks/files. yy Programmed list is cleared in the case below.
1. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote -- Removing the disc or the USB device.
control in stop status. -- Deleting or recording music files in the USB
2. Press Y/U on the remote control to select device.
a track/file. -- Unplugging the power cord.
3 3. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY to save and select a yy Program is switched off in the case below.
next track/file. -- Changing to a different function.
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-- Turning off and on the unit.

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.) Displaying file information
5. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY once again. (ID3 TAG)
To play the programmed list, press z after you While playing an MP3 file containing file information,
make the list. you can display the information by pressing INFO.

,,Note
When making or modifying the programmed
list, REPEAT mode is off.
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Searching for a folder and an Deleting an MP3/WMA file

MP3/WMA file You can delete file, folder or format by pressing
DELETE on the remote control. This function is
1. Press PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote
supported only in stop status. (USB only)
control repeatedly until a desired folder appears
in the display window. 1. -Select the file you want to delete and press
DELETE on the remote control.
2. Press z to play it. The first file of the folder
will be played. -Select the folder you want to delete by pressing
PRESET·FOLDER W/Son the remote control
,,Note and press DELETE on the remote control.
yy USB/CD Folders/Files are recognized as -Press and hold DELETE on the remote control
below to format the USB device.
ROOT FOLDER
Or
Press DELETE on the remote control repeatedly
FILE
during selecting the MP3/WMA file.
FOLDER1 3
FOLDER3
The display changes in the following order.

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FILE 5
FILE 6 - DEL FILE : Deletes file
FILE 7 - DEL DIR : Deletes folder
- FORMAT : Formats USB
FOLDER4 FOLDER7 FILE 8

FILE 9
2. To delete file/folder or format, press z
on the remote control or unit.
FILE 3 FOLDER8 FILE 10

FILE 4
If you want to exit the current mode,
press I on the remote control.
FOLDER2 >>Caution
FOLDER5 FILE 11 yy Do not extract the USB device during
FILE 12 operation. (play, delete, etc.)
FOLDER6 FILE 13 yy Regular back up is recommended to prevent
FILE 14 data loss.
FILE 1 yy The delete function may not be supported
FILE 2 according to the USB device.
yy If there is no file in a folder, the folder will not
appear.
yy Folders will be presented as the following
order;
ROOT FOLDER1 FOLDER3 FOLDER7
FOLDER8 FOLDER5 FOLDER6
yy File will be played from $ file No.1 to $ file
No.14 one by one.
yy Files and folders will be presented in order
recorded and may be presented differently
according to the record circumstances.
yy *ROOT : The first screen you can see when a
computer recognize the USB/CD is “ROOT”.
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AUTO DJ playback Turn off the sound temporarily

Auto DJ blends the end of one song into the Press @ on the remote control to mute your
beginning of another for seamless playback. It sound.
equalizes volume across tracks for uninterrupted You can mute your unit, for example, to answer the
playback. telephone, the “MUTE” will appear in the display
Press AUTO DJ on the remote control or unit window.
repeatedly, the display changes as followings. To cancel it, press @ again or change the volume
RANDOM (AUTO DJ RANDOM) -> RPT (AUTO DJ level.
SEQUENTIAL) -> (AUTO DJ OFF)

Display
Mode Description
Window
-
OFF -
(AUTO DJ OFF)
3 RANDOM The music is played
RANDOM (AUTO DJ randomly on this
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RANDOM) mode.

RPT The music is played

REPEAT (AUTO DJ repeatedly on this
SEQUENTIAL) mode.

,,Note
yy AUTO DJ mode does not support searching
for a section within a track/file or to play
repeatedly or randomly.
yy If you move to other functions or stop the
music using I on the remote control on
AUTO DJ mode, AUTO DJ will be disabled.
yy AUTO DJ is not supported in the music file
whose length is less than 60 seconds.
yy During recording, AUTO DJ is not available.
yy Only AUTO DJ SEQUENTIAL is selected when
played programmed list.
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Using a BLUETOOTH® Listening to music stored on the

BLUETOOTH devices
wireless technology
Pairing your unit and BLUETOOTH
About BLUETOOTH device
Before you start the pairing procedure, make
Bluetooth is wireless communication technology for
sure the Bluetooth feature is activated on your
short range connection.
Bluetooth device. Refer to your Bluetooth device’s
The sound may be interrupted when the connection user guide. Once a pairing operation is performed, it
has interference from other electronic devices or you does not need to be performed again.
connect a Bluetooth device from a different room.
1. Press the FUNCTION button until the Bluetooth
Connecting individual devices under Bluetooth
function is selected. “BT READY” appears on the
wireless technology does not incur any charges. A
display window.
mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology
can be operated via the Cascade if the connection 2. Operate the Bluetooth device and perform the 3
was made via Bluetooth wireless technology. pairing operation. When searching for this unit

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with the Bluetooth device, a list of the devices
Available Devices : Mobile phone, MP3, Laptop, PDA.
found may appear in the Bluetooth device
display depending on the type of Bluetooth
BLUETOOTH Profiles
device. Your unit appears as “LG CM4360(XX)”.
In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
devices must be able to interpret certain profiles. This
,,Note
yy XX means the last two digits of
unit is compatible with following profile. Bluetooth address. For example, if your
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) unit has a Bluetooth address such as
Codec : SBC 9C:02:98:4A:F7:08, you will see
“LG CM4360(08)” on your Bluetooth device.
yy Depending on the Bluetooth device type,
some devices may have a different pairing
process. Enter the PIN code (0000) as
needed.
yy You can connect this unit with up to 3
Bluetooth devices simultaneously using the
same method as described above, only in the
Bluetooth function.
yy The multi pairing connection is only
supported on Android or iOS devices. (Multi
pairing connection may not be supported
depending on the connected device
specifications.)
yy Removable/detachable Bluetooth device
(Ex : Dongle etc.) will not support multi
pairing.
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3. When this unit has successfully connected with ,,Note

your Bluetooth device, “PAIRED” will be appear yy When this unit connected with multiple
on the display window. After a short amount Bluetooth devices, only one device which
of time, the Bluetooth device name will be you are playing keeps Bluetooth connection
displayed. when you change the function to the others.
,,Note yy The sound may be interrupted when the
connection has interference from other
yy “PAIRED” will momentarily appear on the
display when you connect other devices for electronic devices.
multi pairing yy You cannot control the Bluetooth device
yy If the device name is unavailable, “_” will be with this unit.
displayed. yy Depending on the type of the device, you may
not be able to use the Bluetooth function.
4. Listen to music. yy You can enjoy wireless system using phone,
To play a music stored on your Bluetooth device, MP3, Notebook, etc.
refer to your Bluetooth device’s user guide.
3 yy The more distance between the unit and
,,Note the Bluetooth device, the lower the sound
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yy When using Bluetooth technology, you have quality becomes.

to make a connection between the unit and yy Bluetooth connection will be disconnected
the Bluetooth device as close as possible and when the unit is turned off or the Bluetooth
keep the distance. device gets far from the unit.
However, it may not work well in certain yy When Bluetooth connection is disconnected,
situations as described below: connect the Bluetooth device to the unit
-- There is a obstacle between the unit and again.
the Bluetooth device. yy When a Bluetooth device is not connected,
-- There is a device using same frequency “BT READY” appears on the display window.
with Bluetooth technology such as a yy When you use Bluetooth function,
medical equipment, a microwave or a adjust the volume to a proper level on the
wireless LAN device. Bluetooth device.
yy You should connect your Bluetooth device to yy If it is not in Bluetooth function, only one
this unit again when you restart it. device can be connected.
yy Even if this unit connected up to 3 Bluetooth yy If a Bluetooth device is connected when
devices in the Bluetooth mode, you can play using LG TV, LG TV is disconnected and the
and control music by using only one of the Bluetooth device is connected.
connected devices.
yy When you connect Bluetooth device (iOS
device etc.) to this unit or operate the device,
the volume level can be synchronized with
each other.
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Using the Music Flow Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” App

through “Google Android Market
Bluetooth App (Google Play Store)”
1. Tap the “Google Android Market (Google Play
,,Note Store)” icon.
Only Android OS is available to use “Music Flow 2. In the search bar, type in the “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app with this unit. Bluetooth” and search it.
3. In the search result list, find and tap
“Music Flow Bluetooth” to start downloading
About “Music Flow Bluetooth” App Bluetooth app.
“Music Flow Bluetooth” app brings a suite of new 4. Tap an icon for installation.
features to this unit. 5. Tap an icon for downloading.
To enjoy more features, you are recommended to
download and install free “Music Flow Bluetooth” ,,Note 3
app. yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is

Operating
connected to the Internet.
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
equipped with “Google Android Market
App onto Your Bluetooth Device (Google Play Store)”.
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.

,,Note
yy Make sure that your Bluetooth device is
connected to the internet.
yy Make 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)”.
yy Depending on area, QR code may not work.
 24 Operating

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.

,,Note
yy “Music Flow Bluetooth” app will be available
in the software version as follow;
3
-- Android O/S : Ver 4.0.3 (or later)
Operating

yy If 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.
yy Depending on the Bluetooth device, “Music
Flow Bluetooth” app may not work.
yy After connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth”
app, music may be output from your device. In
this case, try connecting procedure again.
yy If 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.
yy When “Music Flow Bluetooth” app operates
abnormally, check your Bluetooth device and
the connection of “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
and then try to connect again.
yy Depending on the Smartphone's operating
system, you have some differences for “Music
Flow Bluetooth” operation.
yy Check Bluetooth setting on your Bluetooth
device if “Music Flow Bluetooth” app
connection does not work well.
 Operating 25

Radio Operations Presetting the Radio Stations

You can preset 50 stations for FM.
Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume.
Listening to the radio 1. Press FUNCTION until FM appears in the display
window.
1. Press FUNCTION until FM appears in the display
window. 2. Select the desired frequency by pressing
The last received station is tuned in. TUN. -/+ on the remote control or
Y/U on the unit.
2. Auto tuning :
Press and hold TUN. -/+ on the remote control 3. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
or Y/U on the unit for about two seconds control. A preset number will blink in the display
until the frequency indication starts to change, window.
then release. Scanning stops when the unit tunes 4. Press PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote
in a station. control to select the preset number you want.
Or 5. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote 3
Manual tuning : control. The station is stored.

Operating
Press TUN. -/+ on the remote control or 6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to store other stations.
Y/U on the unit repeatedly. 7. To listen to a preset station, press
3. Adjust the volume by rotating volume knob on PRESET·FOLDER W/S on the remote control.
the unit or by pressing VOL +/- on the remote
control repeatedly. Deleting all the saved stations
Improving poor FM reception 1. Press and hold PROGRAM/MEMORY on the
remote control for two seconds.
Press z on the remote control or unit. “ERASEALL” will flash up on the unit display.
This will change the Tuner from stereo to mono and 2. Press PROGRAM/MEMORY on the remote
usually improve the reception. control to erase all the saved radio stations.
 26 Operating

Sound adjustment ,,Note

yy On some speakers, sound may not be heard
or heard in low sound depending on the
sound mode.
Setting the surround mode yy Maybe you need to reset the sound mode,
after switching the input, sometimes even
This system has a number of pre-set surround sound
after the sound track changed.
fields. The displayed items for the equalizer may be
different depending on sound sources and effects. yy By pressing REGION EQ on the remote
control or REGION EQ / B. BLAST on the
You can select a desired sound mode by using
unit, you can select various region equalizer.
SOUND EFFECT on the remote control.
yy By pressing and holding
REGION EQ / B. BLAST on the unit, you can
On Display Description enjoy bass sound effect.
This program lends
an enthusiastic
3 POP
atmosphere to the
CLASSIC
sound, giving you the
Operating

JAZZ
feeling you are at an
ROCK
actual rock, pop, jazz
or classic concert.
Reinforces the treble,
BASS bass and surround
sound effect.
You can enjoy
FOOT BALL the sound effect
FOOTBALL STADIUM.
You can enjoy
STANDARD
optimized sound.

You can select a desired sound mode by using

REGION EQ on the remote control.

On Display Description
CUMBIA, BANDA, Regionally optimized
SALSA, SAMBA, AXE, sound effect.
TECNO BR, FORRO,
FUNK, SERTANEJ,
ARABIC, AFRO,
DANGDUT, INDIA,
REGUETON, MERENGUE
 Operating 27

Advanced Operations To select recording bit rate and

speed
1. Press USB REC on the remote control for longer
Recording to USB than 3 seconds.
You can record a various sound source to USB. 2. Use Y/U on the remote control or unit to
(CD, Tuner, AUX) select the bit rate.
1. Connect the USB device to the unit. 3. Press USB REC on the remote control again to
select the recording speed.
2. Select a function by pressing FUNCTION.
One track/file recording - You can record to USB 4. Press Y/U on the remote control or unit to
after playing a track/file you want. select a desired recording speed :
(AUDIO CD only)
All tracks/files recording - You can record to USB
X1 SPEED
after full stop status.
- You can listen to music while recording it.
Programmed list recording - After showing the
X2 SPEED
3
programmed list, you can record it to USB.
- You can just record the music file.

Operating
(Refer to page 18)
5. Press USB REC on the remote control to finish
3. Start the recording by pressing USB REC on the the setting.
remote control.
4. To stop recording, press I on the remote
The making of unauthorized copies of
control.
copy-protected material, including computer
programs, files, broadcasts and sound
Pausing recording recordings, may be an infringement of
During recording, press z on the remote control copyrights and constitute a criminal offense.
or unit to pause recording. This equipment should not be used for such
Press it again to restart recording. purposes.
(Only Tuner, AUX) Be responsible
Respect copyrights
 28 Operating

,,Note Setting the Clock

yy You can check the recording percentage rate
for the USB record on the display window
during the recording. (MP3/WMA CD Only) 1. Turn the unit on.
yy During recording MP3/WMA, there is no sound. 2. Press and hold CLOCK.
yy When you stop recording during playback, 3. Select time mode by pressing Y/U on the
the file that has been recorded at that time remote control.
will be stored. (Except MP3/WMA files) - AM 12:00 (for an AM and PM display) or 0:00
yy Do not remove the USB device or turn off (for a 24 hour display)
the unit during USB recording. If does not, an
4. Press SET to confirm your selection.
incomplete file may be made and not deleted
on PC. 5. Select the hours by pressing Y/U on the
remote control.
yy If USB recording does not work, the message
like “NO USB”, “ERROR”, “USB FULL” or 6. Press SET.
“NO REC” is displayed on the display window. 7. Select the minutes by pressing Y/U on the
3 remote control.
yy Multi card reader device or external HDD
Operating

cannot be used for USB recording. 8. Press SET.

yy A file is recorded by about 512 Mbyte when
you record for a long term. Setting the Clock through
yy You may not store more than 2000 files. “Music Flow Bluetooth” App
yy You cannot record in AUTO DJ mode.
Install “Music Flow Bluetooth” app on your Android
yy In case of the unsupported MP3/WMA file, device. (Refer to page 23)
the file recording may be stopped.
Your unit’s clock will be automatically synchronized
yy It’ ll be stored as follows. with your device by activating Bluetooth connection
through “Music Flow Bluetooth” app.
AUDIO CD MP3/WMA

AUX Tuner

Tuner : The current recording frequency is

shown.
 Operating 29

Using your player as an alarm Sleep Timer Setting

clock Press SLEEP repeatedly to select delay time between
10 and 180 minutes. After the delay time, the unit
1. Turn the unit on.
will be turned off.
2. Press and hold ALARM.
To cancel the sleep function, press SLEEP repeatedly
3. Press Y/U on the remote control to until “SLEEP 10” appears, and then press SLEEP
change the hours and minutes and press SET to once again.
save.
4. Press Y/U on the remote control to select ,,Note
yy You can check the remaining time before the
function and press SET to save.
unit is turned off.
-- Press Y/U to select a memory No. when
yy Press SLEEP. The remaining time appears in
you select Tuner and then, press SET. If there is
the display window.
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 3
clock icon “(“ shows that the alarm is set. Dimmer

Operating
,,Note Press SLEEP once. The display window will be
yy If you set the clock, you can check the time darkened by half. To cancel it, press SLEEP repeatedly
by pressing CLOCK even when the player is until dim off.
turned off.
yy You can set alarm after you set the clock.
yy If you set the clock and alarm, you can check
the alarm icon “(“ by pressing CLOCK even
when the player is turned off.
yy If 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.
yy You can select ALARM on/off mode by
pressing ALARM.
 30 Operating

Auto power down Auto function change

This unit will turn itself off to save electricity in the This unit recognizes input signals such as Bluetooth
case were the main unit is not connected to an and LG TV and then changes suitable function
external device and is not used for 20 minutes. automatically.
The unit will also turn itself off after six hours if the
main unit has been connected to another device When you try to connect Bluetooth
using the analog inputs. device
How to disconnect the wireless When you try to connect your Bluetooth device to
this unit, Bluetooth function is selected. Play your
network connection or the wireless music on the Bluetooth device.
device
When LG TV is connected
Turn off the unit by pressing the power button for
more than 5 seconds. When you turn on your LG TV connected by LG
3 Sound Sync, this unit changes the function to LG TV.
AUTO POWER On You can hear the sound from your TV.
Operating

This unit automatically turns on by an input source : ,,Note

LG TV or Bluetooth yy This function is not available during recording
If you try to connect your Bluetooth device, this or deleting.
unit turns on and the unit will be connected your yy This function only works with devices that
Bluetooth device. were previously connected.
,,Note
yy Depending on the connected device, this
function may not operate.
yy Depending on the connected device, the unit
turns on but Bluetooth function may not be
connected.
yy If 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.
yy If you try to connect to the “Music Flow
Bluetooth” app, Bluetooth function of this
unit is turned on.
yy If you turn on the unit using LG TV or
Bluetooth function, proper function of this
unit is turned on.
yy If you have already paired with this unit,
automatically this unit can turn on by an
input source when this unit is turned off.
yy If 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.
 Operating 31

LG Sound Sync 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
You can control some functions of this unit by output] [ [LG Sound Sync (Wireless)]
your TV’s remote control with LG Sound Sync. It is “PAIRED” appears on the display window for
compatible with LG TV that supports LG Sound Sync. about 3 seconds and then you can see “LG TV”
Make sure your TV has the LG Sound Sync logo. on the display window if connecting normally
Controllable function by LG TV’s remote control : between this unit and your TV.
Volume up/down, mute
Refer to the TV’s instruction manual for the details of
LG Sound Sync.
,,Note 3
yy You can also use the remote control of this

Operating
unit while using LG Sound Sync. If you use TV's
remote control again, the unit synchronizes
with the TV.
yy If the connection fails, check the conditions of
this unit and your TV : power, function
yy Make 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.
yy The amount of time to turn off this unit is
different depending on your TV.
yy Details of TV setting menu vary depending on
the manufacturers or models of your TV.
yy If you connect LG Sound Sync when “Music
Flow Bluetooth“ app is connected, control
through the app is available.
yy If 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.
yy If an LG TV is connected when using
Bluetooth, Bluetooth is disconnected and
the LG TV is connected.
yy If you try to change the function on using
the LG TV function, volume will be change
according to the LG TV volume level.
 32 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause & Correction

yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer,
DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn it on again.
The unit does not work yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV,
properly. Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again.
yy Previous setting may not be saved when device power is shut off.

yy The power cord is not plugged in. Plug in the power cord.
No Power. yy Check whether electricity failed. Check the condition by operating other
electronic devices.

yy Check whether you select right function. Press FUNCTION and check the
selected function.
No sound.
yy Check to see if the speakers are connected to the unit correctly.

yy An unplayable disc is inserted. Insert a playable disc.

4
yy No disc is inserted. Insert a disc.
The unit does not start
Troubleshooting

yy The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. (Refer to page 35)

playback.
yy The disc is inserted upside down. Place the disc with the label or printed side
facing upwards.

yy The antenna is positioned or connected poorly. Connect the antenna securely.

yy The signal strength of the radio station is too weak. Tune to the station manually.
Radio stations cannot be
yy No stations have been preset or preset stations have been cleared. (when being
tuned in properly.
tuned by scanning preset channels) Preset some radio stations, see page 25
for details.

yy The remote control is too far from the unit. Operate the remote control within
about 23 ft (7 m).
The remote control does yy There is an obstacle in the path of the remote control and the unit. Remove the
not work properly. obstacle.
yy The batteries in the remote control are exhausted. Replace the batteries with
new ones.

yy Check whether your LG TV supports LG Sound Sync.

LG Sound Sync does not yy Check connection of LG Sound Sync.
work.
yy Check sound setting of your TV and this unit.
 Appendix 33

Main unit
General
Power requirements Refer to the main label.
Refer to the main label.
Power consumption Networked standby : 0.4 W
(If all network ports are activated.)
Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 204.5 mm x 278 mm x 285.5 mm
Net Weight Approx. 2.53 kg
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

Amplifier (RMS Output power)

5
THD 20 %

Appendix
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
 34 Appendix

Speakers

Front
Type 2 Way 2 Speaker
Impedance 4Ω
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

yy Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Appendix
 Appendix 35

Maintenance Notes on Discs

Handling Discs
Handling the Unit Never stick paper or tape on the disc.

When shipping the unit Storing Discs

Please save the original shipping carton and packing After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not
materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat
protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct
packed at the factory. sunlight.

Keeping the exterior surfaces clean Cleaning Discs

Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,
near the unit. thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for old vinyl records.
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,
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as these might damage the surface of the unit.

Appendix
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.
 36 Appendix

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.

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Appendix
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