Your TV sets the current time automatically when connected to the internet.
If the time is incorrect, you can set the date and time manually in Settings.
Why Is the TV Time Incorrect or Not Displayed?
- If your TV is not connected to the internet, it may not receive the correct time automatically.
- The time may be incorrect if the broadcast signal is unstable or Set Automatically is turned off.
How to Set the Date and Time on Your TV
Step 1. Set the Time Automatically
Check Your TV's webOS Version
On your TV remote, press Settings (gear icon) or Mute three times in a row.
- 2026 and later TVs (webOS 26 and later): Press Settings on your remote, then select All Settings, System, Time & Timer, and Set Automatically.
- 2021 to 2025 TVs (webOS 6.0 to webOS 25): Press Settings on your remote, then select All Settings, General, System, Time & Timer, and Set Automatically.
- 2020 TVs (webOS 5.0): Press Settings on your remote, then select All Settings, General, Time & Timer, and Set Automatically.
Step 2. Set the Time Manually
- If the automatically set time is incorrect, turn off Set Automatically, then enter the correct date and time manually.
- If an antenna is connected, setting the time manually may affect scheduled programs or broadcast information.
Step 3. Still need help?
If the issue persists after following the steps above, you can get further support through LG Chatbot on our website or by requesting a technician visit.
FAQ
- Q. Why does the time reset after I turn the TV off and back on?
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A. If your TV is not connected to a network, turning off the power strip may disconnect all power and reset the time.
Keep your TV connected to power, or connect it to the internet and turn on Set Automatically.
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This guide is based on standard models. The settings menu may vary by model.
