Why My LG Subwoofer Not Connecting to Soundbar? [Fixes]

Subwoofers are responsible for the low-frequency response on the soundbars, without the proper low-frequency response, you cannot enjoy sound properly.

In case, you are having a hard time connecting the LG subwoofer to the soundbar, don’t get panic, by following this guide, you can easily connect the LG subwoofer to the soundbar without any added fuss.

In this guide, we have compiled all the details you need to know to connect the LG subwoofer to the soundbar.

That being said, let’s check out the procedure straightaway.

Fixing the LG Subwoofer Not Connecting to the Soundbar Issue

Fixing the LG subwoofer not connecting to the soundbar involves several steps, below, we have provided you with all the steps that you need to check out for resolving the issue.

Below, we have compiled a complete list of the steps involved.

1. Check Whether It’s in the Pairing Mode

Check Whether It's in the Pairing Mode

First of all, you need to check out whether the LG subwoofer is in the pairing mode or not. If the subwoofer is in pairing mode, it will blink up a Green blinking light.

In case, there is no blinking green light, and instead, there is a red light on the subwoofer, you need to keep the pairing button pressed until you see the green light blinking on the subwoofer.

When you see a blinking green light on the subwoofer, followed by a stable green light, it indicates that the subwoofer has been paired up with the soundbar.

2. Checkout the Cables and Connections

Checkout the Cables and Connections

In the second step, you need to check out the cables and connection if the cables are properly inserted into the soundbar, and the subwoofer or not. In case the cables are not properly inserted, you can face problems with the connection.

Likewise, you also need to check whether the cable is damaged or not. If the cable is damaged, it can cause issues while pairing the soundbar to the subwoofer.

3. Check out the Distance Between the Soundbar and the Subwoofer

Check out the Distance

When you are pairing the soundbar and the subwoofer, you need to check out the distance between the soundbar, and the subwoofer.

In case, the audio signals between the soundbar, and the subwoofer are far apart, the signals between the soundbar, and the subwoofer become weak, which means that the subwoofer would not get the connectivity right.

So, if the soundbar and the subwoofer are far apart, bring them closer, and check out whether the issue gets resolved or not.

4. Soft Reboot the Soundbar

Another quick fix that you can try to get rid of the LG subwoofer not pairing to the soundbar issue is by soft rebooting the soundbar. Rebooting the soundbar is a pretty quick, and straightforward process. You need to take out the power cable from the power socket, wait for at least 15 seconds, and then plug the soundbar back into the power socket, and you are good to go.

5. Reset the Soundbar

Reset the Soundbar

The last resort that you can try to get rid of the LG subwoofer not connecting to the sound issue is to reset the soundbar. Like many other problems, resetting the LG subwoofer can help you get rid of the not connecting issue.

Below, we have provided you with complete steps to fix the LG subwoofer not connecting to the soundbar issue.

  • First of all, you need to turn on the LG soundbar.
  • When you have turned on the soundbar, you need to begin the resetting process.
  • Now, press, and hold the “Input + Bluetooth” buttons on the soundbar for about 15 seconds, the soundbar lights will blink, and the soundbar will restart.
  • The time the LG soundbar restarts it will be reset, which means that the soundbar will have erased all the systematic errors as well, and you can easily pair it with the LG subwoofer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is My LG Subwoofer Not Connecting to the Soundbar?

There are numerous different reasons which do not allow the subwoofer to connect to the soundbar easily. LG subwoofer does not connect to the soundbar due to:

  • Distance between subwoofer, and the soundbar, in case you are using a wireless connectivity to connect both devices.
  • Whether there is some kind of blockage between the subwoofer and soundbar.
  • Checkout whether the cables are properly inserted into the soundbar, and the subwoofer or not.
  • Sometimes, there can be physical damage on the audio cable that you need to check as well, as getting an audio cable with physical damage also causes the soundbar not to work with the subwoofer.
  • There can be software glitches sometimes on the LG subwoofer, which causes it not to work properly with the soundbar.

Can the Issue Be Resolved in Which the LG Subwoofer Does Not Connect to the Soundbar?

Yes, this issue can be resolved in which the LG subwoofer does not connect to the soundbar. Mainly it’s a connectivity issue that can be resolved easily. Apart from that, there can be software glitches on the system as well, 

How Do I Reset My LG Subwoofer?

There is no hard reset option available on the LG subwoofer, however, you can perform a soft reset on the subwoofer. Plug off the subwoofer, disconnect it from the soundbar, and take it 10ft away. Let it be there for about 5 minutes, before rebringing the subwoofer back, and it would wipe off all the glitches from the system.

Conclusion

When a subwoofer comes with a soundbar, it allows you to better quality bass, ultimately uplifting the bass game of the soundbar.

However, there are times, when we cannot connect the LG subwoofer to the soundbar.

In this article, we have provided you with a solution to the same issue in which the LG subwoofer does not connect to the soundbar.

By following this guide, you can easily resolve the issue in which the subwoofer is unable to connect to the soundbar.

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