If your LG soundbar has functionality issues or doesn’t support an audio format, it could be due to outdated firmware. LG releases firmware updates for a few of its soundbars to address this problem. You can regularly update your LG soundbar firmware to eliminate issues and make it run without problems. This guide demonstrates two ways of upgrading the LG soundbar to the newest version.
Benefits of Updating an LG Soundbar
- Updating your soundbar can reduce connectivity errors and audio sync issues.
- It brings advanced features and makes your soundbar compatible with playing new audio formats.
- It will support a new AI sound mode, allowing you to access advanced calibrations and equalizer settings.
- LG soundbar will get the driver update to support streaming services.
- It improves your soundbar’s overall stability and performance.
How to Update LG Soundbar Firmware
Depending on your convenience, use any of these ways to update your LG Soundbar to the latest firmware.
Using the LG Soundbar App
- Get the LG Soundbar app from the Play Store or App Store on your phone.
- Open the app and follow the prompts to connect your soundbar to WiFi.
- After pairing, you will land on the app’s home screen. Scroll down and select Software Update.
- Click Update on the app. You can see the update button if an update is available for your LG Soundbar.
- Now, your Soundbar screen will show DOWNL on the screen. This shows that the Soundbar app undergoes a firmware update using a WiFi connection.
- While the process is on the go, your soundbar will display M-Update on the screen and automatically reboot to finish the firmware upgrade.
Using a USB Drive
- Visit the LG support website (lg.com/us/support) on a PC.
- Select the Software & Drivers for Downloading option and choose TV / Audio / Video.
- Further, select the Home Audio option and choose Soundbars.
- From the list of models, choose your Soundbar and download the firmware file.
- Once downloaded, you need to transfer the respective file to a USB flash drive. Before doing so, ensure it is changed to FAT32 file format.
- After copying, unplug a USB drive from your LG Soundbar and change the soundbar’s input to USB.
- Your LG Soundbar will automatically read the firmware file from the USB drive and start the process.
- After the update, your soundbar will reboot to finish unpacking the firmware files.
FAQ
1. How do I know my LG Soundbar software version?
Open the LG Soundbar app and select Software Update. Then, click on Version Info to know the soundbar’s software version.
2. Why can’t I update my LG Soundbar?
If your soundbar model is too old and lacks updates, you can’t upgrade your LG Soundbar.
