To listen to your LG TV through Bluetooth headphones or a speaker, set the sound output to Bluetooth in the TV's settings menu.
Turn on your Bluetooth device and put it in pairing mode. Then, select your device from the list on the TV screen.
Why won't my Bluetooth device connect to the TV?
1. The device isn't in pairing mode
Your Bluetooth device may already be connected to another device, such as a smartphone, or it may not be in pairing mode.
2. The TV's sound output isn't set to Bluetooth
The TV's sound output might be set to the TV Speaker or another external device instead of Bluetooth.
3. Signal interference or a temporary system error
Interference from nearby wireless devices or a temporary TV system error may prevent your Bluetooth device from appearing in the device list.
4. A hardware issue with the TV
A problem with the TV’s Bluetooth hardware may prevent the device from connecting.
How to Connect a Bluetooth Device to Your LG TV
On your TV remote, press the [Settings] (gear icon) or [Mute] button three times in a row.
Step 1. Connect a Bluetooth device to your TV
You can connect a Bluetooth-enabled audio device.
How to connect by TV year:
2026 and newer TVs (webOS 26 or later): Press [Settings] on the remote, then select [All Settings], [Sound], [Sound Out], [Bluetooth Devices], [Connectable Devices].
2021 and newer TVs (webOS 6.0 or later): Press [Settings] on the remote, then select [All Settings], [Sound], [Sound Out], [Use Wireless Speaker], [Bluetooth Devices], [Connectable Devices].
2020 and older TVs (webOS 5.0 or earlier): Press [Settings] on the remote, then select [All Settings], [Sound], [Sound Out], [Bluetooth], [Connectable Devices]
Note: The webOS version may vary by model and may not match the year you purchased your TV. For details, check the user manual or product specifications on the LG website.
Step 2. Connect a Bluetooth input device
You can connect a Bluetooth input device, such as a keyboard, gamepad, or mouse.
How to connect by TV year:
2026 and newer TVs (webOS 26 or later): Press [Settings] on the remote, then select [All Settings], [System], [Devices], [Connect Bluetooth Controller], [Connectable Devices].
2021 and newer TVs (webOS 6.0 or later): Press [Settings] on the remote, then select [All Settings], [General], [External Devices], [Connect Bluetooth Controller], [Connectable Devices].
2020 and older TVs (webOS 5.0 or earlier): Press [Settings] on the remote, then select [All Settings], [Connection], [Device Connection Settings], [Connect Bluetooth Controller], [Connectable Devices].
Note: The webOS version may vary by model and may not match the year you purchased your TV. For details, check the user manual or product specifications on the LG website.
Step 3. Still need help?
If the steps above didn't resolve the issue, you can get further support through our AI Chat or a technician visit on the LG website.
(Note: A service fee may apply if your product is out of warranty.)
FAQ
- Q. I turned on my Bluetooth device, but its name doesn't appear in the TV's device list.
- A. Your Bluetooth device might have automatically connected to a previously paired smartphone or tablet. Turn off Bluetooth on that device, put your Bluetooth device back into pairing mode, and search for it again on the TV.
- Q. Can I connect two pairs of Bluetooth headphones or earbuds at the same time?
- A. Yes. You can play audio through two compatible Bluetooth headphones or earbuds at once. Simply select the first device from the Bluetooth device list, and then select the second one.
- Q. Which Bluetooth input devices (keyboards, gamepads, mice, etc.) does my TV support?
- A. To find out which Bluetooth input devices your TV supports, check your TV's user manual. For pairing instructions, refer to the user manual for the device you want to connect.
This guide is based on standard models. The settings menu may vary by model.
