Does the OLED65W8PUA work with RemotApp?
Yes. The OLED65W8PUA runs webOS 4.0, 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 OLED65W8PUA means
TV model codes follow the maker’s naming rules. Reading it piece by piece:
OLEDPanel technology · OLED
65Screen size in inches
W8Series (2018 line) · OLED
PUAMarket code · United States
OLED65W8PUA specifications
Display
| Display diagonal | 165.1 cm (65") |
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| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
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| Display technology | OLED |
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| Screen shape | Flat |
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| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
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| Screen format adjustments | 4:3, 16:9, Auto |
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| Supported video modes | 1080p, 2160p |
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| Supported graphics resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080), 3840 x 2160 |
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| Colour depth | 10 bit |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
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| Display diagonal (metric) | 164 cm |
TV tuner
| Tuner type | Analog & digital |
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| Analog signal format system | PAL, SECAM |
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| Digital signal format system | DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2 HD |
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| Auto channel search | Yes |
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| Supported TV bands | S Band, UHF, VHF |
Smart TV
| Smart TV | Yes |
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| Internet TV | Yes |
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| Operating system installed | WebOS |
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| Operating system version | 4.0 |
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| Timeshift | Yes |
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| Screen mirroring | Yes |
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| Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) | Yes |
Audio
| RMS rated power | 60 W |
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| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
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| Subwoofer RMS power | 20 W |
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| Audio decoders | DTS, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD |
Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
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| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
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| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
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| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
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| Miracast | Yes |
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| Browsing | Yes |
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| Web browser | Yes |
Design
| Product colour | Black |
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| VESA mounting | No |
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| On/off switch | Yes |
Performance
| Teletext function | Yes |
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| Teletext | 2000 pages |
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| Video formats supported | HEVC, VP9 |
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| Audio formats supported | AC4, AAC, AC3, DTS, EAC3, HE-AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, WMV, apt-X |
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| Noise reduction | Yes |
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| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
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| Processor cores | 4 |
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| 4K Ultra HD upscaling | Yes |
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| Smartphone/tablet remote support | Yes |
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| USB recording | Yes |
Ports & interfaces
| Audio Return Channel (ARC) | Yes |
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| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
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| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 3 |
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| Digital audio optical out | 1 |
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| Headphone outputs | 1 |
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| Common interface Plus (CI+) | Yes |
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| Common interface Plus (CI+) version | 1.4 |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 4 |
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| Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) | SimpLink |
Management features
| Voice control | Yes |
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| Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) | Yes |
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| On Screen Display (OSD) | Yes |
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| Number of OSD languages | 36 |
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| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
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| Sleep timer | Yes |
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| On/Off timer | Yes |
Power
| Power consumption (typical) | 154 W |
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| 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 |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Weight & dimensions
| Width (with stand) | 1446 mm |
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| Width (without stand) | 1446 mm |
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| Depth (without stand) | 3.85 mm |
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| Height (without stand) | 823 mm |
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| Weight (without stand) | 6.7 kg |
Packaging data
| Quick start guide | Yes |
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| Package width | 1641 mm |
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| Package depth | 288 mm |
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| Package height | 952 mm |
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| Package weight | 32.1 kg |
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| Package type | Box |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
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| Remote control included | Yes |
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| Remote control type | MR18 |
Other features
| Auto Depth Enhancer | Yes |
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| Batteries included | Yes |
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| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
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| aptX audio decoding | Yes |
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| Annual energy consumption | 214 kWh |
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| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
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| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 80% |
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| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 85% |
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| Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified | Yes |
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| Energy efficiency class (legacy scale) | A |
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| Smart calibration | Yes |
Technical data: Open Icecat and the manufacturer. Check the official page before buying; specs can vary by batch and market.
How to control the OLED65W8PUA 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 OLED65W8PUA 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.
Also sold as
Same TV, different market codes:
OLED65W8PSA Latin America
Questions about the OLED65W8PUA
Can I control the LG OLED65W8PUA with my phone?
Yes. The OLED65W8PUA runs webOS 4.0, and RemotApp controls it over Wi-Fi with no setup beyond accepting the connection on the TV once.
What year is the LG OLED65W8PUA?
The OLED65W8PUA is part of LG’s 2018 line (OLED W8).
What operating system does the OLED65W8PUA use?
The OLED65W8PUA runs webOS 4.0.
How many HDMI ports does the OLED65W8PUA have?
The OLED65W8PUA has 4 HDMI ports.
Does the OLED65W8PUA have Bluetooth?
Yes
Turning the OLED65W8PUA 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.