Does the 43LH5500 work with RemotApp?
Yes. The 43LH5500 runs webOS 3.0, 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 Yes
Protocol: LG webOS (SSAP 3000/3001)
What the code 43LH5500 means
TV model codes follow the maker’s naming rules. Reading it piece by piece:
43Screen size in inchesLH5500Series (2016 line) · LED
43LH5500 specifications
Display
| Display diagonal | 109.2 cm (43") |
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| HD type | Full 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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| Supported graphics resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080) |
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| Native refresh rate | 60 Hz |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
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TV tuner
| Tuner type | Analog & digital |
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| Auto channel search | Yes |
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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 | 10 W |
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| Audio decoders | DTS |
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Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
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| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
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| Browsing | Yes |
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| Web browser | 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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Performance
| Teletext function | Yes |
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| Picture processing technology | LG Triple XD Engine |
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Ports & interfaces
| 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 | 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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| RF ports quantity | 1 |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 2 |
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| Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) | SimpLink |
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Power
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 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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Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Width (with stand) | 977.9 mm |
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| Depth (with stand) | 231.1 mm |
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| Height (with stand) | 612.1 mm |
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| Weight (with stand) | 9.3 kg |
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| Width (without stand) | 977.9 mm |
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| Depth (without stand) | 96.5 mm |
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| Height (without stand) | 574 mm |
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| Weight (without stand) | 9.07 kg |
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Packaging data
| Package width | 1059.2 mm |
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| Package depth | 152.4 mm |
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| Package height | 650.2 mm |
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| Package weight | 11.8 kg |
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Other features
Technical data: Open Icecat and the manufacturer. Check the official page before buying; specs can vary by batch and market.
How to control the 43LH5500 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
Turning the 43LH5500 on without the remote
Turn on “Mobile TV On” (or “Turn on via Wi-Fi”), usually under Settings › General › Devices. The TV then accepts a wake-up signal from your phone while in standby.
Questions about the 43LH5500
Can I control the LG 43LH5500 with my phone?
Yes. The 43LH5500 runs webOS 3.0, and RemotApp controls it over Wi-Fi with no setup beyond accepting the connection on the TV once.
What year is the LG 43LH5500?
The 43LH5500 is part of LG’s 2016 line (LED LH5500).
What operating system does the 43LH5500 use?
The 43LH5500 runs webOS 3.0.
How many HDMI ports does the 43LH5500 have?
The 43LH5500 has 2 HDMI ports.
Turning the 43LH5500 on without the remote
Turn on “Mobile TV On” (or “Turn on via Wi-Fi”), usually under Settings › General › Devices. The TV then accepts a wake-up signal from your phone while in standby.
