Cleveland Test Results Verify Improved Reception, Simultaneous
Transmission of Mobile, Handheld and 4K Ultra HDTV Signals

CLEVELAND, July 10, 2015 – Television broadcasters will reach even more viewers with robust, digital over-the-air ATSC 3.0 signals, the improved broadcast transmission system under development now with key elements being field tested here this summer.

Under an experimental broadcast license from the FCC, Tribune Broadcasting’s WJW-TV is providing a TV transmitter, tower and 6-MHz channel for the ATSC 3.0-related field testing in Cleveland conducted since mid-May by LG Electronics, its Zenith R&D Lab, and GatesAir.

These real-world field tests represent an important milestone in the collaborative effort by LG, GatesAir and Zenith to develop core technologies behind the new ATSC 3.0 Standard. In fact, their innovations are expected to be used in the majority of the baseline Physical Layer transmission system, which is moving toward ATSC Candidate Standard status this summer.

This week in Cleveland, expert viewers visited a number of locations, witnessing how the more robust TV system will attract mobile viewers, connect viewers with Internet content, reach those in difficult reception locations, and delight owners of future 4K Ultra High-Definition TV sets with pristine 4K content delivered over-the-air using the new ATSC 3.0 standard.

The system being tested in Cleveland – dubbed “Futurecast” by proponents GatesAir, LG and Zenith – is a leading contributor to the effort to develop a next-generation ATSC 3.0 broadcast standard, which is being standardized by the Advanced Television Systems Committee.

Initial Results:  Broader Coverage, More Viewers

Like similar field tests last fall in Madison, Wis., the Cleveland results are very encouraging.  More than 75,000 pieces of additional data collected by engineers in the North Coast tests show how ATSC 3.0 will be able to deliver 4K Ultra HD content and two robust mobile TV streams in a single 6-Megahertz channel, while optimizing indoor reception and offering unparalleled spectrum efficiency.

Experts report that results in Cleveland are even more encouraging than the previous Wisconsin tests, with improved signal acquisition for mobile TV reception in fast-moving vehicles and at locations ranging from downtown’s concrete canyons to suburban and rural areas 50 miles from the transmitter.

“We’re pleased to play an integral role in the future of TV broadcast technology, putting an unused transmitter and vacant channel to use so that the proposed transmission system could be tested throughout the day and night. These initial field test results show that ATSC 3.0 technologies are real and can deliver real benefits to broadcasters and viewers alike,” said John Cifani, chief engineer of WJW-TV, the local Fox affiliate.

The Futurecast physical layer technologies are designed to provide the optimized combination of broadcasting capabilities for fixed, portable and mobile use. Flexible parameters allow broadcasters to mix diverse services – from fixed 4K reception to deep-indoor handheld reception to high-speed mobile reception – in a single RF channel with maximum efficiency.

Improved Reception, Flexibility for New Business Models

“Our technology is designed to fully meet broadcaster requirements for ATSC 3.0 and advance the goal of moving rapidly to next-generation broadcasting. Whether watching from deep inside a building or along the Lake Erie lakefront, field test results show that our ATSC 3.0-enabling technology performs exactly as expected,” said Dr. Skott Ahn, President and Chief Technology Officer, LG Electronics.

“This means that broadcasters can look forward with confidence to reaching even more viewers with traditional television, with new Internet-based content, and with new money-making interactive services and advertising capabilities,” he said.

Key benefits of the LG/GatesAir/Zenith ATSC 3.0 technologies being field tested in Cleveland include:

• Data throughput increases of 30 percent and improved multipath performance (compared with the current DTV standard) for fixed and portable TV reception;
• Enhanced indoor TV signal penetration for mobile reception thanks to flexible system parameter choices;
• Advanced modes for delivery of very high data rates and very robust transmission capabilities;
• State-of-the-art error correction coding and signal constellations;
• Future Extension Frames to support evolution of future broadcast systems; and,
• Improved single frequency network service.

Advanced Emergency Alerting with ATSC 3.0

Rich Redmond, Chief Product Officer for Gates Air, said, “Not only will reception be improved, but the advanced IP-based distribution and mobile broadcasting capabilities of ATSC 3.0 will shine through in times of emergency. Our collaborative innovations will support industry-wide efforts to evolve over-the-air business models, support next-generation warning systems and extend the reach of digital TV across greater populations.” Redmond adds that this includes leveraging AWARN (the Advanced Warning and Response Network) to deliver broadcast emergency announcements to TV sets and mobile devices containing rich media, maps, graphics, video, text, and audio.”

In addition to participating in field testing of ATSC 3.0 enabling technologies, expert viewers here today witnessed advanced emergency alerting capabilities thanks to a demonstration hosted by local CBS affiliate WOIO-TV, a Raycom Media station and member of the Pearl TV broadcast technology partnership.

AWARN will capitalize on the robust transmission and improved mobile and fixed reception promised by ATSC 3.0, according to WOIO-TV General Manager Dominic Mancuso.

“Local broadcasters are vital links to our viewers here in Cleveland and across the country. Our viewers know that they can trust us to have the latest information in times of public safety emergencies. With ATSC 3.0 and AWARN, the public won’t be dependent on Internet or local phone service,” he said.

Redefining Broadcasting’s Future

Expected to redefine TV broadcasting for decades to come, the next-generation broadcast television standard will require higher capacity to deliver 4K Ultra-High-Definition services, robust reception on mobile devices and improved spectrum efficiency. The increased payload capacity of the physical layer combined with HEVC encoding will allow broadcasters many more options when planning their broadcast service offerings.

Designed for easy extension to various current and future transport formats, the LG/GatesAir/Zenith solutions optimize efficiency for the most-used data formats (Internet Protocol, Transport Stream) via customized stream compression.

The system supports single-frequency networks and/or multiple transmitters, and its use of a single RF transmission’s flexible physical layer profile assures optimum quality of service. The system is designed to support evolution to future broadcast systems even beyond ATSC 3.0.

Equally significant, the superior RF approach of the proven Futurecast system addresses the co-channel and adjacent-channel interference challenges related to the anticipated UHF spectrum repacking.

Development of ATSC 3.0 technologies represents the latest collaboration among LG, Zenith and GatesAir, co-inventors of the transmission system behind the ATSC A/153 Mobile Digital TV Standard, adopted by the industry in 2009.  Zenith invented the core transmission system at the heart of today’s ATSC A/53 Digital Television Standard, approved by the Federal Communications Commission in 1996.

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LG 4K OLED TV Crowned “King of TV” in the USA; LG Named
“Most Innovative Brand of the Year” at Plus X Awards in Germany

SEOUL, July 1, 2015 — LG Electronics’ (LG) Art Slim CURVED 4K OLED TV won the 11^th Annual Value Electronics TV Shootout™ in a competition among four contending flagship ULTRA HD TV models from LG and other leading brands during CE Week in New York City. A week earlier, led by its lineup of OLED and ULTRA HD TVs, LG was awarded the title of Most Innovative Brand of the Year for a second time in a row at Plus X Award Night in Bonn, Germany.

The Value Electronics TV Shootout in USA is an annual event comparing the flagship TVs from major manufacturers to identify which provides the top in picture quality. The 65-inch class LG Art Slim CURVED 4K OLED TV (Model 65EG9600) was voted the top performing TV by both general attendees and a panel of expert calibrators based on several different picture quality attributes including black level, perceived contrast, color accuracy, and motion resolution, among others. The breathtaking picture quality of LG’s 65EG9600 beat out competitors’ best Ultra HD flat and curved TVs and was crowned King of TV for 2015.

LG’s CURVED 4K OLED TV combines the intense detail of Ultra HD with the superior contrast and rich, accurate color that only OLED can provide, to display what leading industry pundits have deemed the best picture ever. OLED’s revolutionary technology delivers an awe-inspiring picture with perfect blacks and incredible color, even from wide viewing angles. LG’s Art Slim design philosophy is a complement to any interior décor as the TV boasts an amazingly slim depth at only a few millimeters and a stylish, frameless design.

“This is the second consecutive year that LG OLED TV has taken the crown, beating its LED counterparts in an intense side-by-side comparison,” said TV Shootout organizer Robert Zohn, owner of Value Electronics, a leading specialty retailer based in Scarsdale, N.Y. “The experts and CE Week attendees have spoken: OLED TVs deliver superior picture quality compared to contemporary TV technologies.”

A few days earlier on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean, LG was the recipient of the prestigious Most Innovation Brand of the Year award at Plus X Award Night in Bonn, Germany. Now in its 12^th year, the Plus X Award distinguishes sports and lifestyle products that are innovative, viable for the future and possess at least one “Plus X” factor that puts it ahead of the competition. LG’s display technology impressed the Plus X Award jury, in particular the 4K OLED TV (Model 77EC980V).

“For years LG has been at the forefront of innovations that demanded recognition from both experts and consumers, and industry recognition further validates our efforts, especially with 4K OLED TVs,” said Lee In-kyu, senior vice president and head of the TV and Monitor Division at LG’s Home Entertainment Company. “OLED TVs are a whole new standard in picture quality and when matched with Ultra HD technology, the results are simply astounding.”

 

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Its Lightest Projector Yet, LG Continues to Push
the Boundaries of Portability and Fun

SEOUL, June 17, 2015 — LG Electronics (LG) is proud to announce its newest addition to the Minibeam Series of projectors, the Minibeam Nano (Model PV150G), LG’s smallest, lightest and most affordable projector to date. As the world’s leading manufacturer of LED projectors for seven straight years¹, LG is in an enviable position of defining the direction of the projector market. The miniscule Minibeam Nano delivers high mobility and versatility to consumers for an enjoyable cinematic experience without the inconvenience of wires and weight.

Tipping the scales at only 270 grams, the PV150G weighs no more than a small paperback book. But the Minibeam Nano doesn’t skimp on features. It features a wireless mirroring function that allows it to effortlessly connects to a smartphone or tablet for instantaneous viewing on a big screen. The Minibeam Nano can play and project movies, photos, music and even office documents directly from portable USB drives. And with a generous 3,800mAh battery, the miniscule projector can play for up to two hours on battery power alone. The projector connects wirelessly to a smartphone via screen mirroring such as Miracast and Wi-Fi Direct, making it the perfect device for those who enjoy movies, sports or TV programs on a big screen wherever they may be.

The Minibeam Nano’s advanced LED lamp displays rich and natural colors and is rated for 30,000 hours, equivalent to a lifespan of 10 years if viewed 8 hours a day. The Auto Keystone function automatically adjusts and controls the projected image, optimizing the angle for the best viewing experience. And because the LG Minibeam Nano can display a picture up to 100 inches diagonally, the friends and family can enjoy the home theater experience together.

“As the number one LED projector maker in the world, we are committed to growing our Minibeam lineup for consumers who are becoming increasingly more mobile but don’t want to give up the comforts of a big display when it comes to their entertainment,” said Lee In-kyu, senior vice president and head of the TV and Monitor Division at LG’s Home Entertainment Company. “The Minibeam Nano is the perfect projector for those who favor portability over everything else. And at only a quarter of a kilogram, you can’t get much more portable than Minibeam Nano.”

The Minibeam Nano projector will be available starting this month in key markets including North America, Asia, Europe, Africa/Middle East and Latin America. Consumers are encouraged to check their local LG website for more information on availability and pricing.

Key Specifications:

• Native Resolution: 854 x 480 (WVGA)
• Brightness : 100 ANSI lumens
• Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1 (Full On / Full Off)
• Illumination: RGB LED (Lifespan: up to 30,000 hours)
• Image Size: up to 100 inches (Wall-to-Lens Distance: 3.625m)
• Throw Ratio: 1.64 (Normal Throw)
• Battery : Built-in (Up to 2 hours)
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Dimensions (W/D/H): 108 x 103 x 44mm
• Weight: 270g
• Sound : Built-in (1W Mono)
• Screen Share: Wired and Wireless Mirroring with Smartphone / Tablet / PC
• USB Support: HD DivX / Office Viewer
• HDMI: Supports up to Full HD input
• Power Source: 100-240V AC-DC Adapter / 3,800mAh Battery

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¹ Source: PMA Research for 2008-2014 projectors greater than 99 lumens.

 

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Latest 4K Monitor Entices High-Level Gamers with Immersive Experience
Delivered by 4K IPS Display and AMD’s Free Sync 

SEOUL, June. 9, 2015 — LG Electronics will help gamers take their experience to a new level with the new LG 4K ULTRA HD monitor (model 27MU67) which will be rolling out this month in select markets worldwide. The 16:9 aspect ratio 27-inch class monitor, which is specifically designed to provide a premium gaming experience, boasts a large viewing area and a 3840 x 2160 screen resolution for an eye-popping 4K visual experience.

LG’s newest monitor is intended for the graphics-intensive visuals and fast-paced action of today’s 4K Real-time strategy (RTS) and First-person shooter (FPS) games. The monitor supports AMD’s FreeSync technology with a refresh range of 40-60Hz. FreeSync eliminates image-tearing and stuttering, which occurs when the monitor and graphics card are out of sync. The result is a smooth and seamless gaming experience, with fluid motion and no loss of frame rate.

The LG 27MU67 offers both In-Plane Switching (IPS) panel and Dynamic Action Sync (DAS) mode, reducing input lag to only 9.7 milliseconds, making it among the fastest 4K monitors on the market today. With the Game Mode hot key, users can individually customize the monitor’s settings for each game to optimize the gaming experience. Black Stabilizer illuminates dark scenes and helps to clearly define the black areas where objects and enemies could be hidden. What’s more, the Flicker Safe function lowers the risk of eye fatigue during marathon gaming or work sessions.

In addition to its gaming prowess, the 27MU67 excels at delivering excellent picture quality thanks to its 4K Ultra HD resolution that provides increased clarity, sharper texture and more details. The monitor’s specially designed IPS 4K panels provide consistent color reproduction from almost any viewing angle and is capable of displaying over 99 percent of the sRGB spectrum to deliver more accurate color reproduction than the competition. LG’s newest monitor offers both factory calibration and factory presets and is equipped with HDMI 2.0 input to support 4K resolution at 60Hz.

“A monitor with sharp picture quality, high field of view and less input lag is a must-have for today’s serious gamers,” said In-kyu Lee, senior vice president and head of the TV and Monitor Division at LG Home Entertainment Company. “The LG 27MU67 not only delivers on all counts, it is an excellent 4K Ultra HD monitor for professionals and non-gamers alike who want to design, edit or just watch movies.”

The LG 27MU67 will be available starting this month at select retailers in the United States, Germany and Australia followed by its worldwide rollout. Details of availability and pricing will be announced locally.

Key Specifications:

• Resolution: Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160)
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (Response Time: 5ms (GTG)
• Brightness: 300nits
• Color Gamut: 99 Percent sRGB Color Space
• Color Depth: 10bit (8bit + A-FRC)
• Display: IPS (Viewing Angle: 178/178)
• Interface:
  • 4K@60Hz Refresh Rate with HDMI 2.0 X 2
  • HDCP 2.2
  • Display Port 1.2
  • Headphone Out
  • UL Validated Low Input Lag 9.7ms (DAS mode on)
• Features
  • 4 Screen Split for Multi-tasking
  • Game Mode with Black Stabilizer
  • Factory Calibration
  • PBP (Picture-by-Picture)
  • SUPER+ resolution
  • Flicker Safe
  • Adjustable Stand (height/pivot/tilt/swivel)
• Wall Mount (100 X 100mm)

 

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