Introduction
You are in the right spot if you want to create your Digital Signage player based on webOS using the Yodeck software.
Keep in mind, though, that this process requires some basic IT skills.
Prerequisites & Compatibility
The Compatibility list for webOS devices is based on the firmware version. A full list of supported firmware versions can be found here!
Check the firmware version of any device to see if your device is compatible with the Yodeck webOS Software. You can find the supported TV screens here.
1. Turn on the display
2. Set display by “tutorial” (first option after display starts)
Important – Must read
Please do not skip the LG tutorial and set the display Timezone, time, date, location, and internet connection. Otherwise, the system will not work correctly.
3. Once set, go to Settings -> Ez-settings
4. Select SI Server Setting
- Fully qualified domain – ON
Link to the latest LG webOS Core App –> https://yodeck.link/webos
Unbranded webOS app
Whitelabel partners can find the latest unbranded webOS app in the site’s control panel.
- Application Launch mode –
Local - Local Application Upgrade –
Remote - Application type –
IPK - Auto set –
OFF
Important
The Auto set – OFF is a mandatory setting. If you leave that to “On,” you cannot update the application remotely. Always keep this option OFF.
6. Go up to Local Application Upgrade
7. Select Remote
8. The app starts downloading and installing
9. Once done, restart the display by pressing power off and power on the remote control
Once the display is started with the Yodeck App, you will see a Registration code in the middle of the screen.
1. Turn on the display
2. Set display by “tutorial” (first option after display starts)
Important – Must read
Please do not skip the LG tutorial and set the display Timezone, time, date, location, and internet connection. Otherwise, the system will not work correctly.
3. Once set, go to Settings -> Ez-settings
4. Select SI Server Setting
- Fully qualified domain – ON
Link to the latest LG webOS Core App –> https://yodeck.link/webos
Unbranded webOS app
Whitelabel partners can find the latest unbranded webOS app in the site’s control panel.
- Application Launch mode –
Local - Local Application Upgrade –
Remote - Application type –
IPK
6. Go up to Local Application Upgrade
7. Select Remote
8. App starts downloading and installing
9. Once done, restart the display by pressing power off and power on the remote control
Once the display is started with the Yodeck App, you will see a Registration code in the middle of the screen.
1. Turn on the display
Important – Must read
Please do not skip the LG tutorial and set the display Timezone, time, date, location, and internet connection. Otherwise, the system will not work correctly.
3. On the remote control, press 8080 and confirm by pressing OK
- Fully qualified domain – ON
Link to the latest LG webOS Core App –> https://yodeck.link/webos
Unbranded webOS app
Whitelabel partners can find the latest unbranded webOS app in the site’s control panel.
- Application Launch mode –
Local - Local Application Upgrade –
Remote - Application type –
IPK
6. Go up to Local Application Upgrade
7. Select Remote
8. The app starts downloading and installing
9. Once done, restart the display by pressing power off and power on the remote control
Once the display is started with the Yodeck App, you will see a Registration code in the middle of the screen.
Registering a Yodeck webOS Player on your Account
After seeing the registration code on your LG TV screen, you must register the player to your Yodeck Account.
- Login to your Yodeck Account and Go to the “Monitors” section.
- Create a new Monitor entry by clicking the “+Add Monitor” button.
- A new window will pop up. Choose the webOS Player option.
- In the “Registration Code” field, type in the 9-digit registration code you see on your TV screen and click the “Save” button.
- After a minute or so, your player should register with your Yodeck Account, and it should start showing the assigned content on the screen.
LG Limitations
Yodeck for LG comes with some limitations compared to the Yodeck RPi Player. You can find the full list here.
Need Help?
The Yodeck Support Team can help you out! Reach out!