Does the 40UB8000 work with RemotApp?
Yes. The 40UB8000 runs webOS 1.0, and RemotApp controls it over Wi-Fi with no setup beyond accepting the connection on the TV once.
- ✓Remote over Wi-Fi Yes
- ✓Infrared (Android with IR) Yes
- ✓Send photos and videos Yes
- –Turn on from the phone No
Protocol: LG webOS (SSAP 3000/3001)
What the code 40UB8000 means
TV model codes follow the maker’s naming rules. Reading it piece by piece:
40Screen size in inchesUB8000Series (2014 line) · UHD
40UB8000 specifications
Display
| Display diagonal | 101.6 cm (40") |
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| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
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| Display technology | LED |
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| Screen shape | Flat |
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| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
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| Screen format adjustments | 16:9 |
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| Supported video modes | 1080i, 1080p, 720p |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
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TV tuner
Smart TV
| Smart TV | Yes |
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| Internet TV | Yes |
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Audio
| Number of speakers | 2 |
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| RMS rated power | 20 W |
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| Audio decoders | Dolby Digital |
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Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
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| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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| Miracast | Yes |
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Design
| Product colour | Black |
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| VESA mounting | Yes |
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| Panel mounting interface | 200 x 200 mm |
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| On/off switch | Yes |
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| LED indicators | Yes |
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Performance
| Teletext function | No |
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| Video formats supported | DIVX HD |
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| Audio formats supported | AAC, AC3, EAC3, HE-AAC, MP3, PCM |
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| Image formats supported | JPG |
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| 24p support | Yes |
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Ports & interfaces
| Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) | Yes |
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| PC in (D-Sub) | No |
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| DVI port | No |
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| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
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| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
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| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
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| Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in | 1 |
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| Composite video in | 1 |
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| Digital audio optical out | 1 |
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| RS-232 ports | 1 |
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| Common interface (CI) | No |
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| Common interface Plus (CI+) | No |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 3 |
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Management features
| Control type | Buttons |
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| Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) | No |
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Power
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.3 W |
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| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
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| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
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Weight & dimensions
| Width (with stand) | 899.1 mm |
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| Depth (with stand) | 216.9 mm |
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| Height (with stand) | 568.9 mm |
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| Weight (with stand) | 10.7 kg |
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| Width (without stand) | 899.1 mm |
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| Depth (without stand) | 48.2 mm |
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| Height (without stand) | 528.3 mm |
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| Weight (without stand) | 10.4 kg |
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Packaging data
| Quick start guide | Yes |
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| Manual | Yes |
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| Package width | 982.9 mm |
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| Package depth | 142.2 mm |
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| Package height | 617.2 mm |
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| Package weight | 12.6 kg |
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Packaging content
| Desktop stand | Yes |
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| Remote control included | Yes |
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Other features
| 3D | No |
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| Batteries included | Yes |
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| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
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Technical data: Open Icecat and the manufacturer. Check the official page before buying; specs can vary by batch and market.
How to control the 40UB8000 with your phone
- Connect your phone to the same Wi-Fi network as the TV. (Not the guest network.)
- Turn the TV on and install RemotApp on your phone.
- Open RemotApp. It finds the TVs on your network by itself; tap your LG TV.
- The TV shows a connection request from RemotApp. Select “Accept”.
- Tap Volume + to test. That’s it: your phone is now the remote.
Full guide for LG TVs, with fixes when it won’t connect
Questions about the 40UB8000
Can I control the LG 40UB8000 with my phone?
Yes. The 40UB8000 runs webOS 1.0, and RemotApp controls it over Wi-Fi with no setup beyond accepting the connection on the TV once.
What year is the LG 40UB8000?
The 40UB8000 is part of LG’s 2014 line (UHD UB8000).
What operating system does the 40UB8000 use?
The 40UB8000 runs webOS 1.0.
How many HDMI ports does the 40UB8000 have?
The 40UB8000 has 3 HDMI ports.
