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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

4.11Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Page name: Home Theater Soundbar with Dolby and Rear Speakers, 4.1 channel.

3.1.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

54Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Spec table: number of speakers 5 EA. It is not split by component. The subwoofer and each rear speaker are one speaker per the manual.

71Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026General: Number of Speaker Units 7. This is the 6 bar drivers plus the subwoofer driver.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

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62Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Amplifier table: front 30 W x 4, center 30 W and top center (overhead) 30 W, which is six channels in the bar. This matches the What Hi-Fi? count of six drive units. Driver diameters are not published.5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: the soundbar features six drive units.

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

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12Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Amplifier table lists a top center (overhead) channel. The manual notes speakers on the top of the product.5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: the central high-frequency unit faces upwards.

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

ALG S40TR

Component	Driver type	Count
Subwoofer	Woofer, 1-way, 3 Ω	1
Rear speakers	Full-range speaker, 1-way, 4 Ω	2

Source3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications: wireless subwoofer type 1-way 1 speaker, 3 ohm. Each rear speaker type 1-way 1 speaker, 4 ohm. The manual lists no soundbar driver count. LG lists number of speakers 5 EA, which fits two in the bar, one in the subwoofer and one in each rear speaker, but the bar count is not published and is not stored.

BLG S70TY

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Tweeter (left and right)	2	Not available
Soundbar	Mid/bass (left, center and right)	3	Not available
Soundbar	Center tweeter	1	Up-firing
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	Not available

Source2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026The manual lists the amplifier channels, not the drivers. The layout of two front tweeters, three mid/bass units and one up-firing center tweeter comes from the What Hi-Fi? review. The subwoofer is one 1-way speaker. No driver diameters are published.5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: left, centre and right channels each pack a tweeter and a mid/bass unit, with the central high-frequency unit facing upwards. Firing directions of the other drivers are not stated.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Key features: home theater surround sound with subwoofer and rear speakers.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Installation chapter: the wireless subwoofer connects to the soundbar automatically and has its own power cable.

Wireless1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wireless Active Subwoofer: Yes. The subwoofer has its own AC power cord.

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

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Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

21Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Page title and key features: home theater surround sound with subwoofer and rear speakers. The manual covers two rear speakers.

02Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear speakers SPT8-S are sold separately. The box contents in the spec sheet list none.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

Wireless1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Page says wireless rear speakers. Its footnote says the rear speakers need a wired connection between them and one rear speaker needs AC power. Gizmodo says the same. The audio link from the bar is wireless and the manual describes a wireless receiver inside the rear speaker.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The rear speakers are separate enclosures. The bar has no detachable ends.

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Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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SPT8-S2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear Speakers (SPT8-S, Sold Separately). With them the bar supports 5.1.1 channels.

Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

400W4Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Spec table: output power 400 W. The page does not say RMS. The Spanish page also says 400 W. Retailers describe 100 W for the bar, 200 W for the subwoofer and 100 W for the rear speakers, which sums to 400 W, but no maker document splits it.

400W2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications: amplifier total 400 W RMS. Front 4 x 30 W, center 30 W, top center 30 W (6 ohm, THD 10 percent) plus subwoofer 220 W (3 ohm, THD 10 percent).

Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

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Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

No3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The manual format list has no Dolby Atmos. Audio-play says the system has no height channels. A Dolby.com listing title names Dolby Atmos among decoders, which does not match the maker list.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

No3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The manual format list has DTS Digital Surround only. No DTS:X is listed.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, PCM3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications: available digital input audio format Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround and PCM. No connection is named.

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio Format list: LPCM, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution and DTS:X.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

ALG S40TR

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BLG S70TY

Connection	Format
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD Master Audio
HDMI eARC	DTS:X
HDMI input	Dolby Atmos
HDMI input	DTS:X

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The sheet gives no per-connection table. Rows come from the manual: eARC carries the high-quality formats, and an external device on HDMI IN can send Atmos or DTS:X. No maximum channel counts are published.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, WAV3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026USB file table: MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC and WAV. AAC is listed for Bluetooth only.

MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, WAV1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026USB playback: FLAC, WAV, MP3, WMA and AAC.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

192kHz3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications: available digital input audio sampling frequency 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz. The manual does not name the HDMI ARC or optical route or the codec.

192kHz2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications: available digital input audio sampling frequency 32 to 192 kHz. The line names no connection or codec. The spec sheet markets High Resolution Audio up to 24bit/96kHz, so the sources differ. The manual figure is stored.

Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

192kHz3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026USB file table: FLAC and WAV at 16 bit or 24 bit and up to 192 kHz. MP3, WMA and OGG are 48 kHz at most.

192kHz2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Playable file specifications: FLAC and WAV (16 bit or 24 bit) from 32 kHz up to 192 kHz over USB.

Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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24bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet line High Resolution Audio up to 24bit/96kHz. The line does not name an input or a codec, so this is the route-independent maker figure.

Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

24bits3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026USB file table: FLAC (16 bit/24 bit) and WAV (16 bit/24 bit).

24bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026High Resolution Audio: up to 24bit/96kHz. The manual states FLAC and WAV at 16 bit or 24 bit over USB.

Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

ALG S40TR

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV connection with ARC
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	USB storage music playback, 5 V 500 mA
DC power	1	Power input for the supplied AC adapter

Source3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Back panel: DC IN, HDMI TV (ARC), USB port and OPTICAL IN. Specifications: HDMI 19-pin Type A x 1, optical x 1, USB bus power 5 V 500 mA. The USB connector type is not named in text. A type A socket is assumed from the flash drive use that the manual describes.

BLG S70TY

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI IN for an external source, with video passthrough to the TV
HDMI	1	HDMI OUT to the TV, eARC and ARC
Optical	1	Optical digital audio input
USB-A	1	Music playback from a USB storage device, 5 V 500 mA
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI In / Out 1 / 1, optical input, USB host. USB host, charge: Yes, No. The manual rear panel shows AC IN, HDMI IN, HDMI TV (eARC/ARC), USB and OPTICAL IN only.

HDMI ARC

Yes3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications and connection chapter: HDMI TV (ARC) terminal.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

HDMI eARC

No3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The manual and the LG pages list HDMI ARC only. No eARC is named by the maker.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026SIMPLINK is described as the HDMI-CEC function. LG pages list CEC (Simplink) yes.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI support: CEC (Simplink) Yes.

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

No3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The only HDMI connector is the TV ARC output. There is no HDMI input.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

ALG S40TR

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BLG S70TY

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	120

Source2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI IN to TV passthrough: 4K for 4K sources with HDCP 2.3, 4K@120 Hz (YCbCr 4:2:0). 4K is stored as 3840 x 2160.

HDR passthrough formats

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Dolby Vision, HDR101Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDR10 / HDR10+: Yes / No. Dolby Vision: Yes.

VRR passthrough

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI support: VRR / ALLM Yes. One line covers both features.

ALLM passthrough

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI support: VRR / ALLM Yes. One line covers both features.

HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

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2.31Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product info: 4K Passthrough (HDCP 2.3).

Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth section: connect a smartphone or LG TV through Bluetooth.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

5.33Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth section: Bluetooth 5.3 technology. LG Spain and India pages also say 5.3. A Reliance Digital listing for S40TR.CINDLLK says 5.1 and is not used.

5.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

SBC, AAC3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth section: codec SBC and AAC.

SBC, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth Codec SBC / AAC: Yes / Yes.

Wi-Fi

No6Retailer pageldlc.com/fr-ch/fiche/PB00651234.htmlRead 16 October 2026Retailer table: Wi-Fi Non, Bluetooth Oui. The maker pages list no Wi-Fi.

No5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: no network connection, so Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and AirPlay 2 are not supported. Review spec box lists streaming as No. Abt lists Wi-Fi No. A December 2023 pre-launch French article titled the model with Wi-Fi, which the final specifications do not show.6Retailer pageabt.com/LG-Soundbar-3.1.1-Channel-with-Dolby-Atmos-and-Subwoofer-S70TY/p/207280.htmlRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Wi-Fi No, AirPlay No. Same page lists the spec sheet and owner's manual PDFs used above.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

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Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

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Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Companion apps

LG ThinQ3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The manual describes the LG ThinQ app for settings and voice feedback.

LG Soundbar2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026The soundbar is controlled with the LG Soundbar app (Android 6.0 or higher, iOS 12 or higher). LG US page copy and What Hi-Fi? call the app LG ThinQ.

Companion app platforms

iOS, Android3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Android 9.0 or higher and iOS 15.0 or higher.

iOS, Android1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Smartphone Remote App (iOS/Android).

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

No6Retailer pageldlc.com/fr-ch/fiche/PB00651234.htmlRead 16 October 2026Retailer table: Multiroom Non.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Remote control chapter with AAA battery replacement. LG pages list Remote Control yes.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

AI Sound Pro, Standard, Cinema, Game3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Sound effects table: AI Sound Pro, Standard, Cinema and Game.

AI Sound Pro, Standard, Music, Cinema, Clear Voice Pro, Sports, Game, Bass Blast1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sound modes: AI Sound Pro, Standard, Music, Cinema, Clear Voice Pro, Bass Blast, Bass Blast +, Sports, Game. Bass Blast and Bass Blast + are stored as one mode.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

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Room calibration system

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Key features: Clear Voice Plus for dialogue clarity.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Clear Voice Pro sound mode.

Night mode

Yes3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Settings button: NIGHT TIME reduces general volume and raises soft sounds.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Night Mode: Yes. The manual calls it Night Time.

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Treble, Mid, Bass, Subwoofer level, Rear speaker level1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Key features: 3-band equalizer. The manual names the bands treble, mid and bass, and adds subwoofer and rear levels.

Bass, Mid, Treble1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Customize EQ Remote / App: Yes. The manual lists Bass, Mid and Treble tuning, each from -6 to 6.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

WOW Orchestra1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026Key features: WOW Orchestra with an LG TV. A footnote says it is only available on select LG TV and soundbar models. The LG India page lists WOW Orchestra yes.

WOW Orchestra1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026WOW Orchestra: Yes. The manual says it works with some LG TVs over an HDMI eARC connection and plays sound from both the TV and the soundbar.

Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

22W4Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Spec table: power consumption of the main unit 22 W. The rear speaker is 20 W and the subwoofer 35 W, which are excluded. The Spanish page agrees.

33W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Soundbar power consumption 33 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 33 W.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

0.5W4Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Spec table: power off consumption of the main unit 0.5 W. The Spanish page shows 0.5 W with a down arrow, so the value is an upper limit. Rear speaker and subwoofer are also 0.5 W.

0.5W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Soundbar standby 0.5 W with a down arrow, meaning at most 0.5 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 0.5 W.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

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Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

External AC adapter, input 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, output 23.0 V 1.31 A. The wireless subwoofer and the powered rear speaker have their own power cables.3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications: AC adapter A702-230131W-M21, input 100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz, output 23.0 V 1.31 A. Subwoofer and rear receiver power values are on labels and not stated. The powered rear speaker is described in the installation chapter.

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Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width720Height63Depth87mm(28.3 × 2.5 × 3.4 in)3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications: approx 720.0 x 63.0 x 87.0 mm including the base.

Width950Height63Depth115mm(37.4 × 2.5 × 4.5 in)2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Approx. 950.0 x 63.0 x 115.0 mm (W x H x D) including the base.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

1,650g(3.6 lb)4Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Spec table: main 1.65 kg. The Spanish and Italian pages agree.

3,000g(6.6 lb)4Maker product pagelg.com/sg/speakers/soundbars/s70tyRead 15 October 2026Singapore specification list: main unit 3.0 kg. The US sheet gives 6.6 lbs. What Hi-Fi? also gives 3 kg. The metric figure is stored.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

ALG S40TR

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	171	320	252	4,200
Each rear speaker	100	176.5	120	Not available
Rear speaker pair	Not available	Not available	Not available	2,100

Source3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Specifications: subwoofer approx 171.0 x 320.0 x 252.0 mm. Each rear speaker approx 100.0 x 176.5 x 120.0 mm. Weights come from the LG India page.

BLG S70TY

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	200	377	285	5,700

Source2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wireless subwoofer approx. 200.0 x 377.0 x 285.0 mm (W x H x D) including the base. Weight comes from the LG Singapore page.4Maker product pagelg.com/sg/speakers/soundbars/s70tyRead 15 October 2026Singapore specification list: subwoofer weight 5.7 kg and 200 x 377 x 285 mm. The US sheet gives 12.7 lbs. What Hi-Fi? also gives 5.7 kg.

Package dimensions

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Width1,013.5Height454.7Depth259.1mm(39.9 × 17.9 × 10.2 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Carton size (WxHxD) 39.9 x 17.9 x 10.2 in. Converted exactly and rounded to 0.1 mm. Abt lists the same box as 18 x 10 x 39 in (H x W x L).

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

10,000g(22 lb)4Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Spec table: gross weight 10.0 kg. The Spanish and Italian pages agree.

12,746g(28.1 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Shipping weight 28.1 lbs. Converted exactly and rounded to 1 g. LG Singapore gives a gross weight of 13.3 kg for its market.

Wall mountable

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Included accessories list a wall mount bracket.

In the box

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In the box

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Rear speakers (2), Remote control, AC adapter, Speaker cables for the rear speakers, Cable ties, Warranty card3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026The manual mentions the supplied AC adapter, supplied speaker cables and supplied cable ties. LG pages list remote control and warranty card as accessories.

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, 2 AA batteries, Wall mount bracket, Wall bracket installation guide, Warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Included accessories: remote control, 2 AA batteries, wall mount bracket and warranty card. The manual adds the wall bracket installation guide. The soundbar and subwoofer are the product itself.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists a wall mount bracket. The manual says screws and wall plugs for the wall are not supplied.

HDMI cable included

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No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The US accessory list has no HDMI cable. LG Singapore lists an HDMI cable for its market.

Optical cable included

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No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The US accessory list has no optical cable.

General

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Series

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

S40TR, S40TR.DUSALLK, S40TR.DEUSLLK, S40TR.CINDLLK2Maker product pagelg.com/us/support/product/lg-S40TR.DUSALLKRead 16 October 2026US support page identifies S40TR.DUSALLK. The LG Spanish page shows images named S40TR.DEUSLLK and the LG India page images are named S40TR.CINDLLK.

S70TY2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cover lists model S70TY (S70TY, SPT5-W). SPT5-W is the subwoofer. The German DS70TY and the UK US70TY are stored as aliases.

GTIN / EAN

88060960614045Maker product pagelg.com/es/barras-de-sonido/s40tr-desbRead 16 October 2026Spanish page lists EAN 8806096061404 for the EU model. The Italian page lists the same EAN. The US UPC was not found.

1951740713661Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026UPC 195174071366 on the sheet.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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December 20238Press articlet3.com/news/the-best-lg-soundbars-suddenly-sound-more-appealing-as-2024-range-revealedRead 15 October 2026Article of 2023-12-19 reports that LG revealed the 2024 soundbar range including the S70TY, for LG QNED TVs. No price or availability was given.

Status

Available1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026US page offers the soundbar with Add to Cart at $249.99, shown as $30 off $279.99. Those prices are not launch prices.

Available3Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbarRead 15 October 2026The LG USA page offers the soundbar for sale at 299.99 USD. The page could be read only through a text summary. The current price is not a launch price.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€4999Press articleareadvd.de/news/lg-stellt-neue-soundbars-fuer-2024-vorRead 15 October 2026German launch report of 2024-03-13 lists the DS70TY (the German model code of the S70TY, 400 W) from August 2024 at 499 euros. VAT treatment is not stated and a German list price normally includes VAT. No US launch price was found. The 399.99 USD shown on LG USA and Abt is a comparison price, not a launch price.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU, IN1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026US page for the US model. The Spanish, Italian and Indian LG pages carry the same specifications for the EU and India models.4Maker product pagelg.com/in/audio/soundbars/s40trRead 16 October 2026Indian page lists the S40TR with an Indian importer.

US, AU, SG, GB, DE9Press articleareadvd.de/news/lg-stellt-neue-soundbars-fuer-2024-vorRead 15 October 2026US from the LG USA page, Abt and the US spec sheet. Australia from the channelnews launch article. Singapore from the LG Singapore page. UK from What Hi-Fi? (sold as US70TY). Germany from this report (sold as DS70TY).

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026US page lists Black as the only colour.

Black3Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbarRead 15 October 2026Page lists Black.

Links

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Product page

www.lg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbar1Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s40tr-home-theater-soundbarRead 16 October 2026

www.lg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbar3Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbarRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

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content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026LG USA one-page specification sheet dated 07/25/24, hosted by Abt. The LG USA support page could not be read.

Manual

www.manualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.html3Owner's manualmanualslib.tech/guide/739600/lg-s40tr-spt41-w-spt8-s-spt8-spk-manual.htmlRead 16 October 2026Copy of the LG owner's manual for S40TR with subwoofer SPT41-W and rear speakers SPT8-S and SPT8-SPK, on a manual library. The LG US support page lists an owner's manual PDF but gives no direct link.

content.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdf2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Owner's manual 2312_Rev01, hosted by Abt. Model S70TY (S70TY, SPT5-W).

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year2Maker product pagelg.com/us/support/product/lg-S40TR.DUSALLKRead 16 October 2026US limited warranty: labor 1 year and parts 1 year.

1year1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Limited warranty 1 year parts and labor, US.

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