LG LHA855W - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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John HicksSep 23, 2025
What to do if my LG LHA855W Home Theater System does not recognize the USB storage device?
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  Linda WatersSep 23, 2025
  If your LG Home Theater System isn't recognizing the connected USB storage device, try using a different USB cable, as some cables may not provide enough current. Avoid using USB extension cables or USB hubs, as they can prevent recognition. Note that the unit doesn't support USB devices requiring additional program installation on a computer. The unit supports only USB Flash Drives and USB External HDDs with FAT32 or NTFS format.
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Grant PerezAug 25, 2025
Why is the LG LHA855W remote control not working?
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  Nicholas MooreAug 25, 2025
  If your LG Home Theater System remote control isn't working, make sure it's pointed directly at the unit's remote sensor and is not too far away. Also, check for any obstacles between the remote and the unit. Finally, verify that the batteries in the remote control are not exhausted.
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Terry HillAug 25, 2025
Why won't my LG Home Theater System power on?
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  Shelby GrantAug 26, 2025
  To solve the problem, ensure the power cord of your LG Home Theater System is securely plugged into the wall outlet.
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fdiazAug 27, 2025
What to do if my LG LHA855W is plugged in but not turning on?
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  westnicholasAug 27, 2025
  If your LG Home Theater System isn't turning on, ensure the power cord is securely plugged into the wall outlet. If the unit is plugged in but not responding, unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it back in.
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Gloria ChavezAug 27, 2025
Why is my LG LHA855W remote control not working properly?
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  loripowellAug 27, 2025
  The remote control might not be pointed at the unit's remote sensor, or it may be too far away. Ensure there are no obstacles between the remote and the unit. Also, check if the batteries in the remote control are exhausted.
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Michael JacksonSep 14, 2025
Why is my LG LHA855W not outputting 3D views from Blu-ray 3D disc?
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  Danielle LoganSep 14, 2025
  Connect the player to your TV with an HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ Cable). Your TV may not support “HDMI 3D mandatory format.” Check that the [3D Mode] option in the [Settings] menu is set to [On].
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Ronald CooperSep 12, 2025
Why are media servers not displayed on my LG LHA855W Home Theater System device list?
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  Jennifer WilliamsSep 12, 2025
  The firewall or anti-virus software on your media server may be running. Try turning off the firewall or anti-virus software. Also, check that the player is connected to the same local area network as your media server.
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Cynthia Miranda DVMSep 13, 2025
Why can't my LG LHA855W Home Theater System play video, photo, or audio files?
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  Bonnie MillsSep 13, 2025
  The files may not be recorded in a format that the unit can play. The unit might not support the codec of the video file.
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Benjamin BrewerSep 4, 2025
What to do if my LG Home Theater System doesn't work properly?
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  Barbara GainesSep 5, 2025
  If your LG Home Theater System isn't working correctly, try turning off the power to both the unit and any connected external devices like your TV, Woofer, DVD-player, or Amplifier, and then turn them back on. If that doesn't work, disconnect the power cord of the unit and all connected external devices, wait a few seconds, and then reconnect them.
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Kenneth KleinSep 2, 2025
What to do if my LG Home Theater System won't turn on or off?
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  jamie24Sep 2, 2025
  Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it in again.

Summary

Safety Information

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Precautions for using and maintaining the power cord.

Declaration of Conformity

Important Notice for TV colour system

Remote Control

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Positioning the system

Speaker Connection

Attaching the speakers to the player

Connecting speaker wires to the player unit.

Attaching the rear speakers to the wireless receiver

Connecting rear speakers to the wireless receiver.

Wireless speakers connection

Setting up the wireless receiver for the first time

Initial setup procedure for the wireless receiver.

Connecting to your TV

Connections with external device

HDMI IN 1;2 connection

Connecting to your Home Network

Wired network connection

Guide for setting up a wired network connection.

Wired network setup

Advanced Setting

Wireless network connection

Wireless network setup

Steps to set up the wireless network connection.

Initial Setup

Adjust the setup settings

[NETWORK] menu

[DISPLAY] menu

[LANGUAGE] menu

[AUDIO] menu

Speaker Setup

[LOCK] menu

[OTHERS] menu

Software

[Update]

Updating the unit's software via a server.

Sound Effect

Setting the [User EQ]

Adjusting sound levels for specific frequencies using User EQ.

Home Menu Display

Playing a disc

Instructions for playing content from discs.

Playing Blu-ray 3 D disc

Playing a file on disc;USB device

Playing a file on Android device

Playing a file on a network server

Using Home Network Server for PC

System requirements

Minimum System

Minimum specifications required for the PC.

Recommended System

Recommended specifications for optimal PC performance.

General Playback

Basic operations for video and audio content

On-Screen Display

To control video playback

Setting the slide show option

Advanced Playback

Repeat playback

Selecting a subtitle language

Hearing a different audio

Changing the Picture Mode

Playing file encoded in 3 D

Advanced Features

Enjoying BD-Live

Accessing online features and content for BD-ROM discs.

Radio Operations

Listening to the radio

Presetting the Radio Stations

Using the Premium

Enjoying with LG Multi-room Audio (LG Music Flow)

Using BLUETOOTH wireless technology

Pairing your unit and BLUETOOTH device

Steps to pair a Bluetooth device with the unit.

LG Sound Sync

Sound Sync Wireless

Troubleshooting

General

Common issues and their solutions for the unit's operation.

Network

Picture

Sound

Customer Support

Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control

Setting up the remote to control your TV

Network Software Update

Software update

Procedure for updating the unit's software.

Audio Output Specifications

Specifications

Speakers

Wireless receiver (W4-2)

Maintenance

Handling the unit

Cleaning the unit

Notes on discs

Handling discs

Cleaning discs

LG LHA855W Specifications

General

Number of Channels	5.1
Bluetooth	Yes
USB Playback	Yes
Surround System Class	5.1 channel
3D Technology	Yes
Disc Capacity	1
HDMI Output(s)	1
Surround Sound	Dolby Digital, DTS
Response Bandwidth	20 - 20000 Hz
Amplifier	Yes
Media Type	CD, DVD
Supported Digital Audio Standards	Dolby Digital, DTS
Supported Digital Video Standards	MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DivX, MKV
Upscaling	Yes
USB	Yes
Optical Input	Yes