1. First-Time Use
Before installation, ensure that the PADS4 Server version 2026.1 is set up and configured properly.This guide is specific to webOS Signage 24 (8.0). If the Configuration Wizard does not start automatically, reset the device as described in 1.2 Resetting the Device.
1.1 Configuring the Device
No changes need to be made before installing the PADS4 Viewer. Proceed directly to Installation.1.2 Resetting the Device
If the device was used previously, perform a factory reset to clear storage and prevent software conflicts.1
Step One
Press the Settings button (cog icon on the remote control).
2
Step Two
Select Admin.
3
Step Three
Select Turn On.
4
Step Four
Enter the default PIN code:
000000.5
Step Five
Confirm to start the factory reset.
2. Installing PADS4 Viewer
Follow these steps to install the PADS4 Viewer on LG webOS Signage 24 (8.0).Installation Steps
1
Step One
Press the Power On button.
2
Step Two
Press the Settings button (cog icon on the remote control).
3
Step Three
Select EZ Settings.
4
Step Four
Select SI Server Settings from the right menu and press OK.
5
Step Five
Set Fully Qualified Domain Name to ON.
6
Step Six
Set the URL for the PADS4 Server:
- HTTP:
http://<server>/pads4/apps/lg.zip - HTTPS:
https://<server>/pads4/apps/lg.zip(secured connection using HTTPS) - Replace
<server>with the IP address or domain name of the PADS4 Server.
7
Step Seven
Set Application Launch Mode to Local.
8
Step Eight
Set Installation Type to ZIP.
9
Step Nine
Select Local Application Upgrade → Remote.
10
Step Ten
Select Confirm to start the upgrade.
11
Step Eleven
After the download, power off/on the device.
- A connection indicator icon will appear at the bottom left of the screen:
- Green = Connection successful
- Red = Connection issue
2.1 Checking Device Firmware
Ensure the correct firmware version is installed for full PADS4 Viewer functionality.1
Step One
Press the Home button on the remote control.
2
Step Two
Open the SI App (ZIP) Dashboard and check the firmware version.
3
Step Three
Ensure the firmware version is 03.32.01 (required for PADS4).
2.2 Updating Firmware
1
Step One
Copy the
firmware .epk file into the LG_MONITOR folder of a USB stick.2
Step Two
Insert the USB stick into the LG WebOS8 device.
3
Step Three
The device will detect the USB stick and start the firmware update automatically.
2.3 Adjusting PADS4 Viewer Settings
- Press and hold the left mouse button or touch the screen for 3 seconds to access Viewer Settings.