What is Simplink on my LG TV?

SIMPLINK is a function that allows you to use the TV remote control to control the basic functions of connected HDMI devices. For example, with the LG TV remote control you can control a connected Blu-Ray player: play, pause, fast reverse, etc.
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How do I get SIMPLINK off my LG TV?

Under the general Settings menu, look for Simplink, and open the menu. 3. Turn on Simplink. In the Simplink menu, there's a toggle button that allows you to enable or disable the feature.
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Does my LG TV have Bluetooth?

Yes, the following LG TV series have Bluetooth: OLED, QNED MiniLED, NanoCell and 4K Ultra. To enable Bluetooth on your LG TV go to Settings > Sound > Sound Out > Bluetooth and then select your device. Make sure the device you're connecting is in pairing mode, otherwise it won't appear!
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Where is SIMPLINK button on LG remote?

Select "General" and "SimpLink" to open the setup menu. SimpLink is always accessible through the "Home" button on your LG remote. Using this button makes it easy to access apps, connected devices and your settings at any time.
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Does SIMPLINK work with optical cable?

For home theatre units with a SIMPLINK function, connect HDMI terminals as above, and use an optical cable to connect Optical Digital Audio Out from the TV to Optical Digital Audio In of the SIMPLINK device.
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LG Smart TV: How to Enable SIMPLINK (HDMI - CEC)



How do I connect my phone to LG TV?

If you are using Android 4.0 and above, the phone may come with a screen share feature.
  1. Ensure that your mobile device and the TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi.
  2. From your phone, go to SETTINGS, then select SHARE AND CONNECT.
  3. Under SCREEN SHARE category, select SCREEN SHARING or MIRROR SCREEN.
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How do I know if my LG TV is a smart TV?

What the Home or Menu button does on a smart TV. To check if your TV is smart, try pressing the Home or Menu button on your TV remote. If a number of squares showing small ads for TV shows, or logos for apps such as YouTube and Netflix appear, congratulations! You already have a smart TV!
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How do I get my LG TV to automatically connect to Bluetooth?

With your TV powered on:
  1. Select the Settings icon.
  2. Select Advanced Settings.
  3. From the Sound menu select Sound Out.
  4. Select LG Sound Sync Bluetooth from the list, then select Detect.
  5. Choose your LG device from the list to pair.
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How do I know if my TV has Bluetooth?

No matter what remote came with your TV, you can still check by looking in your settings menu. From Settings, select Sound, and then select Sound Output. If the option Bluetooth Speaker List appears, then your TV supports Bluetooth.
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Does LG TV have Wi-Fi?

Connect seamlessly with LG Smart TVs featuring built-in Wi-Fi and discover how easy it is to use Magic Mobile Connection to effortlessly connect your compatible devices and instantly access mobile apps right on the TV screen.
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What is HDMI ARC used for?

The Audio Return Channel (ARC) connects your TV and audio system with a single High Speed HDMI® cable and eliminates the need for an additional composite audio or optical cable. You can view the video that covers ARC and enhanced ARC (eARC) features or skip to the detailed information.
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How do I update my LG TV?

  1. Go to Settings > All Settings > General.
  2. Select About this TV.
  3. Select Check for Updates and if an update is available Download and Install.
  4. Once download is complete, power OFF the TV for 10 seconds then power ON to install the update.
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What does CEC mean on TV?

CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) allows for HDMI devices to be controlled with one remote control. If you try to cast to a CEC supported TV while on a different source input (local TV channel, Cable, USB), source input will automatically switch to the HDMI port where the Chromecast is connected.
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How can I watch movies from my phone to my TV without HDMI?

After purchasing the Miracast dongle, use an Android device that can connect to this type of technology. Plug the dongle into the TV's HDMI port and use a USB charger to connect it to power. The dongle and phone need to be on the same network just as before.
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What does the screen mirroring button do?

Screen mirroring technology lets you send the media that's playing on your smaller Android, Windows, or Apple device to a larger one, such as a television or media projector, wirelessly.
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How do I connect my phone to my LG Smart TV without Wi-Fi?

How to Connect Phone to Smart TV Without Wifi
  1. Stream from Phone to TV without Wifi. Use Google's Chromecast. Set Up Mobile Hotspot: View Local Content with Third-Party Apps. Use Ethernet.
  2. How to Mirror Phone to the TV without Wifi. Use Chromecast. Connect with USB Port. Use Laptop.
  3. Wrap Up.
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Does all LG TV have screen mirroring?

Screen Mirroring Features on LG Smart TVs

One way to view your smartphone on an LG TV is with Screen Mirroring. Almost all Android phones have this capability. LG labels its TV screen mirroring feature as Screen Share.
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How do you use Simplink?

How to use the Simplink function on the TV?
  1. Connect the HDMI SIMPLINK output port to the TV's HDMI IN port with an HDMI cable.
  2. Press the HOME button on the remote control and select the Settings icon.
  3. Go to General and select SIMPLINK.
  4. Activate the SIMPLINK.
  5. Configure the Auto Power Sync setting to on.
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Why does my LG TV keep losing signal?

Troubleshooting Tips

Try switching to each other input, maybe the ports aren't labelled correctly. Try connecting the HDMI cable into a different Input port, maybe the port is malfunctioning. Try connecting a different device to the TV (or the same device to a different TV), maybe the other deviceis causing the issue.
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Why does my TV say no signal when HDMI is plugged in?

Make sure the TV and source device are both turned on, then disconnect the HDMI cable from one of the devices and then connect it again. If your TV supports HDMI Enhanced Format, and the source supports 4K, turn on the HDMI Input Enhanced setting to receive high quality 4K signals from the source.
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