This document is an owner's manual for the LG Portable Bluetooth Speaker, models PH3, PH3G, and PH3O. It provides safety information, basic operation instructions, troubleshooting tips, and technical specifications.
Function Description
The LG Portable Bluetooth Speaker is designed for listening to music from various external devices, primarily via Bluetooth wireless technology. It features a built-in rechargeable battery for portability and a "Mood LED light" that can be controlled to change colors, offering an aesthetic element to the listening experience. The speaker supports multi-pairing, allowing connection to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. It also includes a "Portable In" connector for wired connections to external devices.
Important Technical Specifications
- Models: PH3, PH3G, PH3O
- Power Requirements: 5 V ⎓ 1.8 A (AC adapter), Built-in rechargeable battery
- Power Consumption: 2.5 W
- Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 90.5 mm x 123.5 mm x 91 mm
- Net Weight: Approx. 0.38 kg
- Operating Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
- Operating Humidity: 5 % to 60 %
- Inputs:
- PORT.IN: 0.25 Vrms (3.5 mm stereo jack)
- USB: Micro USB port for charging battery
- Battery Capacity: 1300 mAh
- Operating Time: Approx. 10 hours (based on fully charged battery and continuous playback at 50% volume level). Actual operating time may vary depending on battery status and operational conditions.
- Charging Time: Less than 4 hours 30 minutes (with AC Adapter). Charging time may vary depending on battery conditions or operation.
- Bluetooth Version: 4.0
- Bluetooth Codec: SBC
- Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
Usage Features
- Power On/Off: Press and hold the power button for more than 1 second.
- Bluetooth Connection: The speaker can be paired with Bluetooth-enabled devices like mobile phones, MP3 players, and PDAs. After initial pairing, the connection is maintained even if the unit is turned off. The Bluetooth LED blinks during searching and stays on when connected.
- Multi-pairing: The speaker supports connecting to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. To activate, connect to one device, then press and hold the multi-pairing button for 2 seconds. The Bluetooth LED will blink, indicating multi-pairing mode. Then, connect the second Bluetooth device. This feature is supported on Android and iOS devices, though compatibility may vary.
- Portable In: Connects to external devices via a 3.5 mm stereo jack. When a portable cable is connected, the function automatically switches to portable mode.
- Mood LED Light: The speaker features an LED light with several modes: Candle mode (Amber), Color mode 1 (Blue), Color mode 2 (Pink), Color mode 3 (White), and Healing mode (automatically changes colors: Yellow Green → Green → Blue → Purple → White → Yellow Green...). The mood LED light function is available when the power is on.
- Volume Control: Adjust volume using the '+' and '-' buttons. A beep sound indicates minimum or maximum volume.
- Playback Control: Play/Pause with the 'Play/Pause' button. Skip forward by pressing 'Play/Pause' twice, and skip backward by pressing it three times.
- Bluetooth Initialization: Press and hold the multi-pairing button for 10 seconds to initialize Bluetooth settings.
- Reset Function: In case of malfunction or freezing, press the RESET hole with a thin pin to turn off the unit completely.
- Auto Power Off: The unit automatically turns off after 20 minutes of no music playback in Bluetooth mode or 6 hours of no button operation in portable input mode. This feature is inactive when the mood LED light is on.
Maintenance Features
- Charging: The unit uses a built-in rechargeable battery. It is charged by connecting the supplied USB cable to a 5V AC adapter (not supplied, but an LG Electronics Inc. approved 5V, >1.8A adapter is recommended). The Battery LED indicates charging status: Red for charging, White for fully charged.
- Battery Status Check: When the power is on, pressing the power button briefly shows the battery status via the Battery LED: White blinking once (≥ 60%), Amber blinking once (≥ 15%), and Amber blinking twice with red mood light (< 15%).
- Cleaning: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the player. For extremely dirty surfaces, a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution can be used. Avoid strong solvents like alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as they can damage the surface.
- Shipping: Retain the original shipping carton and packing materials for maximum protection if the unit needs to be shipped.
- Exterior Surface Care: Avoid using volatile liquids (e.g., insecticide spray) near the unit. Do not wipe with strong pressure. Prevent rubber or plastic products from prolonged contact with the unit.