Like any device, LG soundbars encounter glitches every once in a while. While some can be fixed by rearranging connections, some major errors warrant a complete reset of the soundbar.
To properly do this without the risk of damage, our team has outlined all the methods on how to reset an LG Soundbar.
When to Reset Your LG Soundbar
One of the main tell-tale signs that you need to reset LG sound bar is when it is having pairing issues. If you have noticed that the LG soundbar does not connect with other devices like your TV, or shows software issues, incorrect settings, and flashing lights, then it might need resetting.
If you reset your LG soundbar, most connection issues will likely be solved and will save you a trip to a repair professional.
Is There a Reset Button on LG Soundbars?
There is no actual reset button on the LG soundbar control panel. When faced with issues with the device, there is a need to reset it manually.
Worry not, because resetting the LG sound bar is easy and quick. Simply follow these steps and methods below:
How to Reset an LG Soundbar Without a Remote: 4 Methods
If you lose the remote and need to reset your soundbar, there is a process to fix it. Here are different methods of resetting an LG soundbar without a remote.
Method #1
Locate the input and Bluetooth button on your LG soundbar. Press and hold them simultaneously for ten seconds.
Once released, you should successfully reset your LG soundbar to its previous settings or default settings.
Method #2
Locate the power button and Bluetooth buttons on your LG Soundbar. Hold them for at least ten seconds.
Method #3
If none of those mentioned above work, the buttons might be broken. There is another way to reset the LG soundbar. Look for the power and volume down buttons. Hold these for ten seconds.
Method #4
Most people consider the hard reset or factory reset [1] method should only be executed as a last resort. Once accomplished, LG soundbars will revert to their factory settings.
First, turn the device off. Also, unplug all the soundbar connections. Then, from all of your devices, forget the soundbar.
Then connect all devices once again to the soundbar and turn it back ON. You have successfully reverted it to its factory settings.
How to Reset an LG Soundbar With a Remote
If you have the remote control with you, you can proceed to reset your soundbar pretty easily.
- Look for the Volume Down and the Sound Effect button.
- Press and hold these buttons simultaneously.
How to Reset an LG Soundbar and Subwoofer
Before anything else, ensure that the subwoofer’s LED lamp is ON. If not, check the power cable. Follow these easy steps to do so:
- Press the Stop on the Sound bar. Then, hold the number six button on your remote control for five seconds.
- You should now see the display image WL Reset.
- Press the Pairing key button at the back of the subwoofer for five seconds.
- You should see the red and green lights flashing alternately.
- Carefully unplug the LG soundbar from the subwoofer and check if the lamp has gone OFF.
- Plug the power cord back for both devices.
- Check if the green light on the subwoofer stops flashing quickly.
- Look for the mute button on the subwoofer and hold it down. Also, do this for the stop button for several seconds.
- Then pair both gadgets.
How to Reset Your LG Soundbar’s Bluetooth + WiFi Connection
Make sure to check that the Bluetooth is activated and turned ON. Then, switch the Bluetooth ON and then OFF, then try to pair again. Remove any obstructions out of the way and ensure that there is not much distance between these devices.
There is a tendency for sound bars to disconnect with poor WiFi connection. Move all the connections of the WiFi network away from the device. Check the router, make sure it is plugged in, and turn it OFF and ON to reboot.
How to Reset Your LG Soundbar’s Remote
Resetting the soundbar remote control might help fix and resync your soundbar with all the connected devices. If you need to reset the LG soundbar and its remote, follow these steps below:
- Find the volume down button on the front control panel and the Sound Effect button.
- Hold these buttons at the same for a few seconds.
- You will see the reset screen appear on the display panel of the LG soundbar.
Conclusion
As our final words, it is easy to reset the LG soundbar and resync it with your home theater system. We hope that this article saved you time and money and helped you how to reset an LG soundbar as an initial troubleshooting step.
