Install Guide - LG WebOS3.2/4.0+/6.0

Install Guide - LG WebOS3.2/4.0+/6.0

Read First

Pre-Install tips

  2. To save time, use a Wireless (USB) Keyboard & Mouse
  3. Contact support@vibe.fyi if you have not received the site URL and auth code(s).

Supported LG Models

If you have purchased one of the following supported LG digital signage models, please use the setup steps below: 

  1. webOS 6.0 - SM5J, UL3J  series
  2. webOS 4.1 - UH5F, UM3F series
  3. webOS 4.0 - SM5KE Series
  4. webOS 3.2 / webOS 3+ - SM5KD Series
  5. LG Digital Signage WebOS WP400
Need a hardware supplier? Contact support@vibe.fyi 

Installation Guide

First time LG setup

For LG Commercial screens

  1. Remove the badge from the base of the screen (Screwdriver required)
  2. For Portrait screen (Latest model) - The screen should be orientated Right Side Down (rotate clockwise)
  3. Using the LG remote, power the screen on and open the LG menu/settings.
    In the settings, activate the following:
    1. Network (choose one of the options below):
      1. Fixed - Plug the ethernet cable in (recommended)
      2. WiFi - Open General > Network and connect to a strong WIFI network
      3. 3G/4G - Plug your USB dongle with an active sim card into an available USB portal
        NB: When using a USB device, open the LG Admin settings (try 4 or 5 zeros to access) and enable the USB lock option.
    2. Date/Time - Open General > Date & Time and
      1. Set the correct timezone (e.g. Oceania > New Zealand > Auckland)
      2. Turn the Set Automatically' setting on
    3. Optional - Change White Balance to Mall/QSR 
    4. Power Settings - Open General > Power > Brightness > AUTO (High Bright Screens only)

For LG Digital Signage WebOS box

  1. Remove from packaging and connect;
    1. The power cable
    2. HDMI cable to the HDMI port and to the HDMI 1 port on the display
    3. Remote sensor to the IR IN port
    4. LAN cable (if not using WiFi)
  2. Using the LG remote, power the screen on and open the LG menu/settings.
    1. In the settings, activate the following:
      1. Network:
        1. Fixed - Plug the ethernet cable in (recommended)
        2. WiFi - Open General > Network and connect to a strong WIFI network
        3. 3G/4G - Plug your USB dongle with an active sim card into an available USB portal
          NB: When using a USB device, open the LG Admin settings (try 4 or 5 zeros to access) and enable the USB lock option.
      2. Date/Time - Open General > Date & Time and
        1. Set the correct timezone (e.g. Oceania > New Zealand > Auckland)
        2. Turn the Set Automatically' setting on

Download the Vibe.fyi player app

Before you proceed with the install steps below:
1) Read the Install Checklist - Hardware & Network Requirements
2) Complete the first time setup steps
3) Disable the Play via URL setting
To setup your workplace digital signage, download and install the Vibe.fyi player app on your LG SoC commercial display or media player.
  1. Press the SetQtings () button on the LG remote
  2. In the menu, open Ez Settings and select SI Server Setting
  3. In the SI Server Setting page, apply the following settings to download the Vibe.fyi player app:

  4. Fully Qualified Domain Name - Select ON and enter this Vibe.fyi player app download URL:
    https://www.digitalcomms.nz/webos/app.ipk
    NB: If you are sent a custom Download URL use that instead
    1. Application Launch Mode - Select Local
    2. File or Application Type - Select IPK
    3. Local Application Upgrade - Select Remote
  5. Select Confirm

  6. After a successful download/install, select OK

  7. Use the LG remote to restart the TV (power off, then on).
  8. Jump to this step to setup the Vibe.fyi player app

Configure / Setup the Vibe.fyi player app

Need the unique Vibe.fyi player app site URL and auth code? Please email support@vibe.fyi or phone +64 9 415 9301.

After the app has downloaded successfully and you've restarted your screen, the Vibe.fyi player app will launch automatically. Wait for the settings to open before completing the steps below.

  1. In the Vibe.fyi player app settings, enter the Site URL and unique Auth code supplied for this device.
    NB: Each screen/device must use a unique code. If you require additional auth codes, please contact support@vibe.fyi or +64 9 415 9301.
    Optional:
    1. Portrait Mode - If the screen orientation is 'Portrait', turn this setting on (although it is preferable that this setting be updated as part of the TV settings. LG screens with model number  F and J ( 55XS4J ) have a Gyro Sensor for these screen we don't have to turn the 'Portrait' settings on).  The screen should be installed with the LG badge on the right-hand side.
    2. Minutes between syncs - Default = 5. Leave setting as is or adjust to suit
    3. Seconds between info bar syncs - Default = 30. Leave setting as is or adjust to suit
    4. Disable Information Bar - Leave setting off by default; unless a request to disable the info bar has been received.
  2. Select [SAVE AND SYNC] to start downloading the playlist or schedule assigned to this device.
Press the BLUE button on the remote to check the logs to see if slides downloaded successfully.

Install Troubleshooting Tips

General

  1. App not syncing or downloading? 'Get auth token error' showing in the logs?
    If the auth code you've entered is confirmed as correct, check the LG Settings > General > Time & Date settings. The timezone and date/time must be accurate in order for the app to function correctly.


  2. If the Vibe.fyi player app settings do not open automatically after restarting your screen, press the YELLOW button on the remote to open the settings manually.

LG WebOS6

  1. If an error occurs during the first sync and save attempt, try restarting the screen.
  2. If a -10 network error occurs after you have installed the Vibe.fyi player app, try upgrading the LG firmware.

Alternative install: Use a USB storage device

Create a new folder on your USB drive:
  1. Plug the USB flash drive into a USB port on your computer and create an Application folder
  2. Download the latest app version from https://www.digitalcomms.nz/webos/com.lg.app.signage.ipk
  3. When the download is complete, eject your USB flash drive

  4. Next,
    1. Insert the USB device into the USB port on your LG WebOS screen
    2. Using the remote, power the display on and open EZSettings > SI Server Settings
      1. Set Application Launch mode to Local
      2. Set Application Type to IPK
      3. Set Location Application Upgrade to USB

      4. Select [Confirm] to start the install
      5. When the installation is complete, use the remote to power the screen off then on and wait a few seconds for the app to launch


    • Related Articles

    • Install Guide - LG WebOS2/S3.0

      Read First: Install Checklist - Hardware & Network Requirements Note: it is recommended that you have a Wireless (USB) Keyboard & Mouse to perform this operation. Plug the USB receiver into the USB port on the LG (webOS) display. Supported LG Models ...

    • Install Guide

      Read First - Install Checklist - Hardware & Network Requirements Note: it is recommended that you have a Wireless (USB) Keyboard & Mouse to perform this operation.  Plug the USB receiver into the USB port. Supported Philips models Purchase one of the ...

    • Install Checklist - Hardware & Network Requirements

      Step 1: Pre-Installation Checks Equipment Wireless Keyboard & Mouse (with a single USB receiver) OR, Wired Keyboard Screwdriver Power Wiring If electrical and/or network wiring is required, please contact your preferred, registered electrician. Power ...

    • LG Firmware

      Install the latest firmware updates to optimize your LG Digital Signage display and minimize any disruption to your workplace digital signage. WebOS6 firmware Manual upgrade Before you go onsite: Download and copy the firmware update onto a USB Flash ...

    • Windows Media Player Install Guide

      Read First: Install Checklist - Hardware & Network Requirements To allow online remote support, please consider installing remote management software onto your Windows machine (e.g. TeamViewer) and contact support@vibe.fyi to provide access to your ...