LG 43SM5KE (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: LG 43SM5KE 43-inch FHD Advanced Signage Display
Brand: LG
SKU: lg-43sm5ke
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The LG 43SM5KE is a 43-inch full HD signage display rated at 450 nits typical brightness, with a built-in webOS platform, embedded content management and three HDMI inputs. LG has discontinued this model, so Qatar organisations that already run it, or are comparing it with newer models, should request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement from SmartRooms Qatar.

What the 43SM5KE does and why its status matters

The LG 43SM5KE is a 43-inch full HD display from LG's SM5K signage series, built for lobbies, corridors and waiting areas where information plays unattended. LG has discontinued this model. If your organisation already runs one, or you are comparing it with newer displays, SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement.

Panel size, bezel and mounting

The 1,920 x 1,080 panel has a typical brightness of 450 cd/m², a practical level for indoor signage when the screen is kept out of direct sun. The bezel measures 11.9 mm on the top and sides and 18 mm at the bottom, so a row of units looks more even than wide-frame displays. The head weighs 10.0 kg and measures 969.6 x 563.9 x 54 mm. With the optional ST-432T stand it weighs 12.5 kg and measures 969.6 x 622.2 x 193 mm. The VESA pattern is 200 x 200 mm, and the LSW230B wall bracket is listed as an option.

Playback, content and connectivity

A quad-core system-on-chip runs the webOS platform, so video, images and HTML play without a separate media player. The embedded content management system lets staff create playlists and edit content on the display itself, with no PC needed at each screen. Picture-by-picture and picture-in-picture modes divide the screen into up to two sections in landscape or portrait. Inputs include three HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI-D and USB 3.0, with a DisplayPort output. External control runs through RS232C, RJ45 and an IR receiver. The model is OPS type compatible, and SuperSign CMS with SuperSign Control+ and Control are listed for management.

Where it fits in Qatar

A private clinic in Al Sadd can use the screen in its waiting area for health information and queue updates, and a thermal printer connected by USB can issue tickets at the same point. A hotel lobby in West Bay suits portrait mode, with event listings on one side of the reception and wayfinding on the other. For a government service centre in Msheireb, the same unit can show service information while the queue system runs.

Heat, power and planning before you order

The operating range is 0°C to 40°C with humidity from 10% to 80%. Qatar summers can pass 45°C, so install the display only in air-conditioned rooms, away from direct sun and window glare. The data does not cover unconditioned or outdoor sites, so confirm the environment with the SmartRooms Qatar team first. The built-in power supply accepts 100-240 V at 50/60 Hz, which covers Qatar's 240 V mains. Typical draw is 75 W and maximum is 95 W. The conformal coating on the main circuit board helps protect against dust and humidity during maintenance.

Confirm the room stays within 0°C to 40°C all year.
Check wall load: 10.0 kg for the head, 12.5 kg with the stand.
Choose landscape or portrait before mounting the bracket.
Plan cable routes for HDMI, DisplayPort and RS232C or RJ45 control.

SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey before wall mounting, so bracket position, cable routes and ventilation can be checked first. Quotations are usually issued within one working day, and LPOs and government tenders are accepted. Request a quote for the 43SM5KE or for a current replacement that matches your layout.

Highlights

43-inch panel with 1,920 x 1,080 Full HD resolution
450 cd/m² typical brightness for indoor signage
Quad-core system-on-chip with webOS and embedded CMS
Landscape or portrait, with picture-by-picture and picture-in-picture
Three HDMI inputs, DisplayPort, DVI-D and USB 3.0
Operating range 0°C to 40°C; Energy Star 8.0 rated

Estimated timeline

Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.

Specifications

29 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

PANEL3

Screen Size: 43"
Resolution: 1,920 x 1,080 (FHD)
Brightness(Typ.,cd/m²): 450

CONNECTIVITY3

Input: HDMI (3), DP, DVI-D, Audio, USB 3.0
Output: DP(SST), Audio(Off/Fixed/Variable)
External Control: RS232C In/out, RJ45 In, IR Receiver In

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION8

Bezel Width: 11.9 mm (T/R/L), 18 mm (B)
Monitor Dimension (W x H x D): 969.6 x 563.9 x 54 mm
Weight (Head): 10.0 kg
Monitor with Optional Stand Dimensions (W x H x D): 969.6 x 622.2 x 193 mm
Weight (Head+Stand): 12.5 kg
Carton Dimensions (W x H x D): 1,052 x 650 x 123 mm
Packed Weight: 12.6 kg
VESA™ Standard Mount Interface: 200 x 200 mm

ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS2

Operation Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Operation Humidity: 10 % to 80 %

POWER2

Power Supply: 100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz
Power Type: Built-In Power

POWER CONSUMPTION2

Typ. / Max.: 75 W (TBD) / 95 W
Smart Energy Saving: 55 W (TBD)

STANDARD(CERTIFICATION)3

Safety: IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / UL 60950-1
EMC: FCC Class "A" / CE / KC
ErP / Energy Star: N/A / Yes (Energy Star 8.0)

MEDIA PLAYER COMPATIBILITY2

OPS Type Compatible: Yes
External Media Player Attatchable: Yes

SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY2

Content Management Software: SuperSign CMS
Control and Monitoring Software: SuperSign Control+/Control

ACCESSORY2

Basic: Remote Controller (2ea batteries included), Power cord, QSG, HDMI cable, Regulation book, Phone to RS232C gender, Memory cover
Optional: Stand (ST-432T), Media Player, Wall Bracket (LSW230B), VESA Adapter (AM-B220S), OPS Kit (KT-OPSA), HDBaseT (EB-B100), Touch Overlay (KT-T43E)

Downloads

6 files from the manufacturer

PDF Manuals & guides MFL70421401_05_IG_200324.pdf 4.8 MB PDF Manuals & guides MFL70544411_01_32434955SH7E_SM5E_SM5KE_ENG.pdf 5.8 MB PDF Manuals & guides webOS4.0_UG_ENG.pdf 4.4 MB URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site Owner's Manual (global) URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site User Guide URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site Software & Drivers (support page)

Questions about 43SM5KE

Is the LG 43SM5KE still available from LG?

LG has discontinued the 43SM5KE, so buyers should look at a current equivalent or compatible replacement. SmartRooms Qatar can quote either option. If you already own units, send us the model details and your current bracket and cabling, and we will confirm which replacement can use the same mounting points and inputs.

What is the 43SM5KE designed for?

It is a 43-inch full HD signage display for unattended content in lobbies, corridors, waiting areas and retail spaces. Its 1,920 x 1,080 panel and 450 cd/m² typical brightness suit indoor sites where people pause to read information. Staff can update content through the embedded CMS without a dedicated PC at each screen.

Do I need a separate media player to run content?

Not necessarily. The quad-core system-on-chip with webOS plays video, images and HTML directly, and the embedded content management system builds playlists on the display. The model is also OPS type compatible, and the optional OPS kit KT-OPSA is listed, so you can add a media player if your content workflow requires one.

Can it show two sources at once or run in portrait?

Yes. Picture-by-picture and picture-in-picture modes split the screen into up to two sections in landscape or portrait. In a hotel lobby in West Bay, portrait mode can stack event listings above wayfinding while a second source fills the other section. The B2B interface also includes a dedicated portrait mode.

Which inputs and outputs does it have?

Inputs are three HDMI, one DisplayPort, one DVI-D and a USB 3.0 port, plus an audio input. The display provides a DisplayPort output. For control it has RS232C in and out, an RJ45 port and an IR receiver input. Touch is not listed as a built-in feature; the KT-T43E touch overlay is an optional accessory, so confirm touch needs in your quotation.

Can facilities teams control it remotely?

The model offers RS232C in and out and an RJ45 port, which can be used for external control from a control system or PC. The IR receiver accepts remote signals, and the basic kit includes a remote controller with two batteries. If you want display status checked centrally at a clinic or ministry office, ask SmartRooms Qatar whether the optional Signage 365 Care service is available for this model.

Can I install it in a sunny Doha lobby in summer?

Only if the lobby is air-conditioned and the screen sits away from direct sun. The operating range is 0°C to 40°C and 10% to 80% humidity, while outdoor temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45°C in summer. Keep the display out of direct sunlight and window glare, keep vents clear, and confirm the space with SmartRooms Qatar before ordering.

Does the conformal coating make it suitable for dusty sites?

The conformal coating on the main circuit board protects it against dust, iron powder and humidity, which helps where maintenance may expose boards to dust. It does not change the 0°C to 40°C operating range, so dusty sites still need a sheltered, air-conditioned location. Our team can advise on ventilation during the site survey.

Will it work on Qatar's 240 V supply?

The built-in power supply is rated 100-240 V at 50/60 Hz, which covers Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz mains. Typical consumption is 75 W and maximum is 95 W. A power cord is included in the basic accessories. Confirm the plug type on your quotation, since the source data does not specify it.

What wall mount and space do I need?

The rear mount pattern is 200 x 200 mm. The head weighs 10.0 kg and measures 969.6 x 563.9 x 54 mm, while the optional ST-432T stand brings the weight to 12.5 kg and the depth to 193 mm. The LSW230B wall bracket and AM-B220S VESA adapter are listed options. SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey to check wall strength and cable routes before fitting.

Can I build a video wall with this model?

You can tile several units, but the 18 mm bottom bezel leaves a wider horizontal gap at each join than the 11.9 mm sides and top. For a retail corridor in Lusail where screens sit in a row, bezel width matters as much as size. If you need a continuous wall, ask our team for a current narrow-bezel alternative in your quotation.

Which certifications does it carry for tender documents?

The data lists IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1 and UL 60950-1 safety standards, FCC Class A, CE and KC EMC approvals, and Energy Star 8.0. For a ministry or school tender in Doha, include these standards in your bid documents and send the reference with your purchase order or LPO so the quotation matches the tender.