LG 98UH5Q-H

The LG 98UH5Q-H is a 98-inch 4K UHD commercial signage display built for demanding, round-the-clock deployments in retail, corporate, hospitality and public-space environments. Its ADS panel with direct backlighting delivers 500 nit brightness and a 25% haze anti-glare coating, keeping content clearly readable even in well-lit surroundings. Running on webOS 6.1, the display operates as a standalone signage player — no external media player required — and integrates with LG's full SuperSign content management ecosystem. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, a gyro sensor for automatic orientation detection, and support for portrait and landscape mounting make it a versatile, low-maintenance choice for large-format signage installations.

Anti-Glare Coating for High-Ambient Environments

The 98UH5Q-H features a 25% haze anti-glare surface treatment combined with 500 nit typical brightness. In practice, this means reflections from overhead lighting, windows or sunlight are diffused rather than mirrored back to the viewer — so content stays legible from wide angles even in a bright retail floor, a sun-lit lobby or a conference room with large windows. Displays without this treatment in such environments often force operators to crank up brightness to compensate for glare, shortening panel life; the anti-glare surface makes this unnecessary. The result is consistent, comfortable viewing with accurate colour rendering throughout the operating day.

24-7 Continuous Operation, 50,000-Hour Panel Life

The 98UH5Q-H is rated for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week continuous operation, backed by a minimum 50,000-hour panel lifetime. For operators running transport hubs, 24-hour retail environments, hotel lobbies or broadcast backdrops, this rating matters at the procurement stage: it confirms the unit is designed for the thermal and electrical stress of always-on duty — not simply a consumer TV repurposed for signage. Conformal coating on the power board adds an additional layer of protection against humidity and condensation, reducing the risk of premature component failure in venues where ambient conditions vary.

98 inches. 4K UHD. 24-7 ready, right out of the box.

Energy Star certified · 50,000 hr panel lifetime (min.)

Built-in webOS 6.1 — Standalone Signage Without External Players

The display runs LG's webOS 6.1 operating system natively, eliminating the need for an external media player in most deployment scenarios. On-board storage (8 GB eMMC, with approximately 2.48 GB available for content), local content scheduling, USB Plug and Play, gapless playback and screen rotation are all managed directly from the display. This simplifies installations, reduces the number of failure points in the rack or behind the screen, and lowers the total hardware cost per screen. For multi-screen rollouts, features like RS-232C sync, Local Network Sync, Group Manager and Auto Set ID allow centrally coordinated control without additional hardware.

SuperSign Ecosystem and Remote Management

The 98UH5Q-H is compatible with the full LG SuperSign suite — SuperSign CMS, SuperSign Control+, SuperSign WB, SuperSign Cloud and LG ConnectedCare — giving operators a choice of on-premise or cloud-based content management and remote monitoring. ConnectedCare in particular allows centralised health monitoring of deployed displays, with status mailing and SNMP support for integration into broader IT management infrastructure. Crestron Connected and Cisco certification are also confirmed, meaning the display slots natively into managed AV environments without custom scripting. For operators managing a fleet of screens across multiple sites, this ecosystem significantly reduces on-site service calls.

Built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Wired LAN

The display includes built-in dual-mode wireless (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) alongside a standard RJ45 wired LAN port. In practice, this means network connectivity does not depend on running a cable to every screen location — useful in retail fit-outs or heritage buildings where cabling is expensive or disruptive. The wireless connection supports Screen Share and webRTC for live content or collaborative use cases, while Wake on LAN over the wired connection enables remote power management. Having both options in the same unit also provides a fallback if one network path becomes unavailable.

Fail-Over and Reliability Features

The 98UH5Q-H includes a built-in Fail Over function that automatically switches to a backup source if the primary signal is lost, ensuring the screen never goes dark at a critical moment. Combined with a configurable No Signal Image and Booting Logo, the display can always present something meaningful to viewers even during a network outage or source failure. For operators managing public-facing screens in airports, shopping centres or corporate receptions, this reduces the operational risk of a blank screen during peak hours — and reduces dependency on on-site staff to notice and react to a failure.

Portrait and Landscape Orientation Support

The 98UH5Q-H supports both landscape and portrait mounting orientations, confirmed by a built-in acceleration (gyro) sensor that can detect orientation automatically. The operating temperature range in portrait mode is slightly narrower (0–35°C versus 0–40°C in landscape), which is worth noting when planning installations in warm environments. Screen Rotation and External Input Rotation are available as software settings, making it straightforward to repurpose or reorient a deployed screen without hardware changes. This flexibility makes the display suitable for a wide range of signage layouts — from traditional horizontal menu boards to vertical wayfinding or product highlight installations.

Slim Profile and Close-to-Wall Installation

At just 68.6 mm deep, the 98UH5Q-H sits close to the wall once mounted, minimising the visual mass of a very large screen in a confined space and creating a cleaner, more integrated look. Four integrated carry handles simplify logistics and on-site installation for a panel weighing 53.6 kg. The VESA 800×400 mm mounting pattern is compatible with a wide range of third-party mounts, giving installers flexibility in choosing hardware for their specific wall type and load requirements. An optional wall-mount accessory is also available directly from LG.