The STB-5500 is the latest Pro:Centric Smart set top box now supporting Ultra High Definition (UHD) video decoding and output resolution, plus a integrated 4K picture upscaler of Full HD content on the HDMI/USB inputs.

For future hardware upgrades, the STB-5500 supports an enclosure design with an expansion side-connector enabling third party System Integrator partners to add their own hardware modules to deliver additional capabilities. As an example, a DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem card is offered to provide IPover-coax network connectivity to the STB-5500.

The STB-5500 platform enables LG's partners to deliver applications that optimize the guest experience which include:

• Bluetooth Sound Sync that allows users to connect their personal devices to stream music and play through the TV speakers.
• Access to an expanded list of SMART applications, including "Over-The-Top" video services and games.
• Soft Access Point to enable a guest to connect their personal devices for internet access.
• Simple mobile device pairing process for guests using Screen Sharing (Miracast)
• DOCSIS 3.0 modem upgrade option for IP over coax communications (additional head-end equipment required).

Features

• Pro:Centric Smart IPTV Platform: 
• Web Browser, Expanded list of Embedded Smart Apps 
• Guest Connectivity: Smart Mirroring, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi Di, Smart Share, Bluetooth Sound Sync

• Embedded Pro:Idiom decryption for non-Pro:Idiom TV's 

• IP Streaming and RF Tuning 
• Supports RF/IP content delivery

• Supports Ultra HD/4K (3840 x 2160) and Full HD (up to 1080p) output resolutions

• Pro:Centric Application Support for non-Pro:Centric TVs 
• Interactive Electronic Program Guide 
• Gold Application with branded UI and electronic billboards 
• Smart Apps launch (V3.5)

• Interfaces: Optical Digital Audio Out, HDMI In/Out, Composite AV IN, USB, LAN, RS-232, MPI/MTI television control interfaces

• Rear of TV installation (VESA pattern mounting points)

• Accessory Kit includes: PSU and Cables - HDMI, Control, (RS-232 and MPI/MTI), Composite AV adaptor

• Hardware Accessory Connector Expansion for system integrators to provide optional features extensions to the STB-5500. DOCSIS 3.0 modem option available for IP-overcoax installations.