65SM5KD

What the LG 65SM5KD is and its current status

The LG 65SM5KD is a 65-inch standard signage display from the SM5K series, with a 1,920 x 1,080 (FHD) panel and 450 nits typical brightness. The manufacturer has discontinued this model. This page is written for organisations that already run one, for buyers comparing it with newer displays, and for anyone looking for a replacement. If you are starting a new project, request a quote for a current equivalent.

Built-in playback without a separate PC

A quad-core system-on-chip runs the webOS signage platform, so the display can play video, images and HTML content on its own. The embedded content management system lets staff upload media, build playlists and schedule them directly from the display. Gapless playback removes the black flash between items, which matters for looping content in lobbies and corridors. Larger fleets can be managed with SuperSign Premium for content and SuperSign Link for control and monitoring.

Connectivity, layout and mounting details

Inputs include two HDMI ports, a DisplayPort input, DVI-D, RGB, audio and USB 3.0. The display also provides a DisplayPort output and an audio output. Control options include RS232C in and out, an RJ input, an IR receiver and a pixel sensor. Picture-by-picture and picture-in-picture modes split the screen into up to two areas in either orientation, so a timetable can sit beside a video. The detachable logo lets the panel be installed in portrait or landscape. The VESA interface is 300 x 300, the monitor measures 1,456.9 x 838 x 56.5 mm and the head weighs 27.9 kg. Side bezels are 11.9 mm and the bottom bezel is 18 mm.

Where it fits in Qatar

Three realistic scenarios show where this model makes sense:

• Schools: a private school in Al Wakrah could mount one in a ground-floor corridor, looping timetables, event notices and student achievements between lessons, with the built-in speakers for short announcements.
• Clinics: a clinic in Msheireb could use a portrait-mounted screen in an air-conditioned waiting room for queue numbers and wayfinding.
• Hotels and offices: a hotel lobby in West Bay or a government reception in Lusail could run a single screen from its own playlists, with no PC needed at the desk.

What to plan before you order

Plan the location around the operating range of 0°C to 40°C and 10% to 80% humidity. Summer temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45°C, so keep the display indoors in a climate-controlled space, away from direct sun through glass. The power input is 100-240 V at 50/60 Hz with a built-in power supply. Typical consumption is 120 W, reduced to 85 W in Smart Energy Saving mode. Listed certifications are UL, cUL, CB, TUV and KC for safety, FCC Class A, CE and KCC for EMC, and Energy Star 7.0. Conformal coating on the main circuit board protects against dust, iron powder and humidity, which helps on dusty sites.

Optional accessories include the ST-652T stand, LSW350B wall bracket, AMB330S VESA adapter, KT-OPSA OPS kit, MP500 or MP700 media players, EB-B100 HDBaseT module and KT-T651 touch overlay. Because the model is discontinued, confirm compatibility for each accessory before ordering. A free site survey helps confirm wall strength and access for a 27.9 kg head.

Request a quote for a current equivalent

If you already own this model, send us the quantity and mounting details so we can check its requirements. If you are buying new, ask for a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement, stating your room sizes, orientation and content needs. SmartRooms Qatar usually returns quotations within one working day, and we accept purchase orders (LPOs), government tenders, and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Delivery and installation timing is confirmed with the quotation, based on stock.