Projectors

LG HU70LS, we tested this 4K projector with integrated SmartTV

Few devices on the home market can more faithfully emulate home theater sensations than a projector. Well, the LG HU70LS model arrives to finally provide a true cinematic experience . This product has been temporarily given to us by the manufacturer to share impressions with you, our readers. We appreciate the courtesy, and as we did with the more modest Blitzwolf BW-VP2 projector , we explained everything about the LG CineBeam HU70LSB and what we thought about the product.

Technical characteristics of the LG HU70LS projector

Before proceeding with the review, we leave a table with the product specifications.

 

LG HU70LS
Projection
System DLP
Technology Wheel-less LED
Native Resolution 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
Brightness / Luminosity (ANSI) 1,500 lumens
Contrast Ratio 150.000:1
Focus (Auto / Manual) Manual (Motorized Focus)
Zoom 1,25x
Screen size 60″ ~ 140″
Projection Distance: Standard (Lens to Wall) 100 ″ a 2,7 ~ 3,4m
Throw Ratio 1,2 – 1,5
Light Source Type 4 Channel LED
Durability LED source with more than 20 years of useful life (30,000 hours)
Noise
  • High brightness: 30
  • Normal: 28
General
Menu Language
  • English (UK) / French / Spanish / German
  • Portuguese / Dutch / Russian / Polish / Hungarian / Romanian
  • Slovenian / Croatian / Bulgarian / Serbian / Italian / Czech / Turkish / Slovak
Aspect Ratio Control 16:9/Original/4:3/Vertical Zoom/All-Direction Zoom
Feeding
  • Power Consumption (Max.): 210W
  • Stand-by: <0,5W
Sound
Speakers 3W + 3W Stereo
Others
  • Dolby Surround Audio
  • Dolby Atmos compatible
Interfaces / Ports
Connections
  • HDMI x 2
  • Audio out: 1 (Φ3,5), S/PDIF 1 (Optical)
  • RJ45
  • USB Type-A 2.0 x 2
Input signal compatibility
  • USB Tipo-C hasta 4K (4096×2160)
    (60Hz, 50Hz, 24Hz)
  • Digital(HDMI) hasta 4K (4096×2160)
    (60Hz, 50Hz, 24Hz)
Characteristics
Main
  • Content Store / LG Smart World (App Store)
  • Content Suggestion
  • Internet Browser / Search Engine
  • Mirroring Inalambrico (ScreenShare)
  • Wireless DLNA
  • Share Content Wirelessly (with Android, iOS): Thru TV Plus App
  • Mirroring por Cable HDMI con adaptador a USB Tipo-C
  • Apple Digital AV Adapter
  • Mirroring con adaptador a Slimport
  • Bluetooth sound output
  • Bluetooth AV Sync Control
  • LG Sound Sync (with sound bar)
  • Plug & Play (RGB / DVI / HDMI input source auto-detection)
  • USB Host (Movie, Music, Photo)
  • LG TV Plus App support (remote function)
Additional
  • Procesador Quad Core
  • HDR: HDR10
  • Efecto HDR
  • HDR Tone Mapping: Auto, Dynamic
  • Trapezoidal Correction (Digital Keystone): Vertical
  • Auto Keystone: Vertical
  • Upscaler: 4K
  • Super Resolution (Expert Control): 4K
  • TruMotion: Hasta 4096 x 2160
  • Real Cinema: Up to 4096 x 2160
  • Smooth Gradation
  • Black Level Control
  • Noise Reduction
  • Color Temperature Adjustment
  • Dynamic Contrast (Expert control)
  • Dynamic Color (Expert control)
  • Color Management System (Expert control)
  • Color gamut setting (Expert control)
  • Gamma Correction
  • White balance setting (Expert control)
  • Quick On / Off (Instant): On 12sec. ; Off: 2sec.
  • Store Mode
  • Background image
  • Image Rotation: Yes (Horizontal / Vertical)
  • Expert controlvADJ
  • Closed Caption
  • HDCP: HDCP2.2
  • HDMI ARC(Audio Return Channel)
  • HDMI simplink(CEC)
  • Self-Diagnostic
Design
Dimensions 314 x 210 x 95 mm
Color White
Operation (Button / Joystick) Touch (Basics 5 + Focus 1)
Medium 3 legs
Others
  • Kensington Lock
  • Ceiling Mount Bracket Holes
Others
Accessories
  • Mains adapter and power cord
  • Mando Magic Lighting
  • Manual (Complete or Single Book) Simple Book
  • Quick Start User Guide
  • Product Warranty Card

 

Product presentation and package content

The HU70LS projector , from the LG brand , is an innovative product that uses new technologies to experience a movie home theater. It is a device that minimizes the complications of use, promising an intuitive control , full of possibilities and with all the entertainment options open.

LG HU70LS

The new LG LED 4K UHD CineBeam designed to enjoy cinema projections

This LG HU70LS projector arrives in a good box, with an attractive design and perfect for transporting the product without danger of damage. The packaging is dominated by two large images of the device in operation, without going into details of the product.

LG HU70LS 

Accessory box

Inside we have the projector perfectly protected by foams that protect it from blows. It is accompanied by a simple cardboard box containing the accessories:  power supply and its cables ; remote control ; and  manual .

LG HU70LS

The accessories that come with the device

LG HU70LS projector layout and controls

The device is really compact and quite handy. It weighs about 3 kg, presenting the LG CineBeam HU70LSB dimensions of 314 x 210 x 95 mm . Therefore, a device that can be comfortably moved, and placed practically anywhere.

LG HU70LS

4 channel LED

The structure of the device is essentially a plastic chassis , finished in white . This tone is only modified in the base, which is gray in color, and in the hole of the lens, which is black. The LG HU70LS has the usual rectangular shape of projectors. The sides of the device are perforated to allow air circulation and sound output. The lens is located at the extreme left, if we look at the device from the front. On it are located a small lever for adjusting the zoom , and a few control buttons .

LG HU70LS

Minimal controls on the device

They are few because with the projector the magnificent remote control Magic Remote is included . This is the same as LG’s high-end televisions have , and allows complete management of all aspects and functions of the HU70LS . Not only does it send the commands by pressing its buttons, but it also plants a cursor on the screen to offer the advantages of using a computer mouse. In addition, it is illuminated to facilitate its use when the ambient light is poor.

LG HU70LS

Fantastic Magic Remote lights up in the dark

Projector Connectivity

The ports , input and output , and the outlet of the projector, are the opposite side to the lens. All arranged with great cleanliness and separated into two groups, placed at both ends of the back of the device.

LG HU70LS

Left side connectors

Among the ports we find several USB ports , one of type C ; two HDMI ; headphone jack ; RJ45 ; and optical audio output . Although without a doubt, one of the best features of this product is to include WiFi and Bluetooth wireless connectivity .

LG HU70LS

Right side ports

Features and use of the LG CineBeam HU70LSB projector

LG HU70LS

Browsing the web is possible with this model

Configuration and operation

The ease of use of the LG HU70LS is evident from the first moment we turn it on. The projector automatically adjusts the projection , having only to worry about regulating the size of the screen with the zoom lever or the remote control itself. The Smart TV webOS 4.5 system makes an appearance immediately, guiding you through the setup process in a few easy steps. Basically choose the system language and connect to the WiFi network .

LG HU70LS

The projector guides us step-by-step through the configuration when you turn on for the first time

After that, we only have to decide the type of source from where we want to reproduce the contents on the projector. A counting apparatus with advanced OS of LG , we can access content intelligently , being at our disposal, through the wireless network, a wide range of platforms of streaming , TV shows and movies .

LG HU70LS

A great variety of TV shows and movies if we connect to the Wi-Fi network

webOs 4.5 also makes it easy to manage projector features. They are the same menu and options that you have access to on a company television. Whoever has a product of the brand will not have the greatest problem to use it, although it is so intuitive that even the user who uses it for the first time will get the system quickly.

LG HU70LS

It is handled and managed like any LG Smart TV thanks to webOS 4.5

Playback of content

LG HU70LS

Image quality is impressive

This projector stands out for the tremendous image quality and the size at which it is capable of capturing them. Its screen range goes from 60 to 140 inches . In addition, it is suitable for environments with high luminosity , since the LG HU70LS has a high level of brightness, 1,500 lumens , with a contrast ratio of 150,000: 1 . But the most spectacular thing about the product is the Ultra HD 4K resolution , 3840 x 2160 pixels , which offers its XPR technology , and the color precision of the 4-Channel LED . Image quality enhanced by HDR10 with dynamic tone mapping, and technologyTruMotion , which provides smoother action, even at high refresh rates of up to 60Hz in 4K HDR .

LG HU70LS

Up to 140 inch screen

Availability and price of the LG HU70LS projector

LG HU70LS

A device that exceeds expectations

Our experience with the LG CineBeam HU70LSB has been fantastic. And although it is a high-priced product, it represents a huge leap in quality and performance in the domestic market for this type of appliance. The wonderful image quality , the integration of the company’s Smart TV system , very complete projector connectivity , and ease of configuration and use , has made us enjoy a true cinematic experience. So to the LG HU70LS projector  we grant our GizTele Gold Awa.

PROS:

 

  • Easy to use.
  • 4K resolution.
  • Excellent connectivity.
  • System equal to that of an LG television.
  • Silent operation.
  • Very complete remote control that glows in the dark.

 

CONS:

 

  • Lens without protector.
  • High price.

 

 

10 Total score

 

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