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LG 42LP870H
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EZ-Manager Wizard
pages 11 18
Custom Master TV Setup
pages 31 34
FTG Mode of Operation
pages 45 46
EXPERIENCED INSTALLER
Commercial Mode Setup Guide
Note: Selected features shown in this guide may not be available on all models.
Lodging Guest Interactive Pro:Centric
®
TVs
© Copyright 2013 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
P/N: 206-4235 (Rev B)
42LP870H
47LP870H
55LP870H

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Questions and Answers

  • J
    Julie CainAug 22, 2025
    Why is there no sound on my LG TV?
    • M
      Matthew WebbAug 22, 2025
      If you have normal picture but poor or no sound on your LG TV: * Check if the audio is muted. Press the MUTE button or use the Volume Up key to increase the sound level. * The issue might be with the broadcast itself. Try changing to a different channel to see if the sound improves.
  • A
    Alisha HowardAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my LG TV has no picture?
    • M
      Monique OlsonAug 25, 2025
      If your LG TV isn't displaying a picture, there could be several reasons: * The TV might be turned off, so ensure it is turned on. Also, check for any power failures. * The antenna or cable might not be properly connected. Ensure these are securely connected to your TV. * The connections might be incorrect, so double-check all connections on the TV. * If applicable, the MPI cable might not be connected, so connect the MPI cable to the MPI device. * You might be trying to watch an encrypted program, so try changing to another channel. * The tuning band might be wrong, so adjust the Installer Menu settings.
  • J
    Julia BauerAug 26, 2025
    What causes communication error on LG TV?
    • J
      Joshua OwensAug 26, 2025
      If you're experiencing a communication error (Communications Timeout) with your LG TV, here are some things to check: * Make sure all communication cables are securely connected. * Verify that the TV is receiving power by checking and connecting the power cord. * Ensure that the TV is turned on, as it needs to be ON for communication (check Installer Menu item 118 POWER SAVINGS). * In the FTG Device Configuration Application, make sure you've selected the correct COM port for the cable you are using.
  • D
    Derrick StephensonAug 28, 2025
    How to fix LG TV when I cannot enter channel number?
    • T
      Tammy PhillipsAug 28, 2025
      If you can't directly enter a channel number on your LG TV: * If the TV is in Pass-through Mode, the Installer Menu item 028 CH. OVERIDE might be set to 0 (disabled). Set CH. OVERIDE to 1 to allow direct keypad entry to all channels. * If the TV is in FTG Mode, the channel you entered might not be part of the FTG Channel Map. If necessary, make changes to the FTG Channel Map using the FTG File Manager or the FTG Device Configuration Application.
  • B
    Brandon LopezAug 30, 2025
    Why is clone menu hard to read on LG TV?
    • T
      Tracy JohnsonAug 30, 2025
      If the clone menu is difficult to read on your LG TV, it may be due to a weak signal. Connect the TV to a reliable analog channel signal source.
  • D
    Deborah MarquezAug 31, 2025
    Why does clone copy setup quickly on LG TV?
    • R
      richard89Sep 1, 2025
      If the clone copies the setup in less than 30 seconds on your LG TV, it means there wasn't enough time to copy the entire TV setup. For TLL-1100A, turn it OFF and then ON. For LT2002, press RESET on the clone programmer. Then redo Learn/Teach. (Learning usually takes about 90 seconds; Teaching usually takes 3 to 4 minutes.)
  • C
    Colton NguyenSep 2, 2025
    What to do if clone menu does not display on LG TV?
    • B
      Benjamin DicksonSep 3, 2025
      If the clone menu doesn't display on the LG TV screen, the TLL-1100A shows an error message, or the LT2002 LED doesn't blink, check the following: * Ensure the MPI cable is properly connected. * The TV must be turned ON for the clone programmer to work. * (LT2002 only) Install four fresh AA high-quality alkaline batteries. * (TLL-1100A only) Ensure the TLL-1100A is fully charged or connected to AC power.
  • F
    fieldsannSep 5, 2025
    Why is new setup not present on LG TV?
    • J
      Jeremy TateSep 5, 2025
      If the new setup isn't present on your LG TV, disconnect the Target TV from AC power for 15 seconds to reset it.
  • L
    larroyoSep 6, 2025
    Why does remote not operate clone programmer on LG TV?
    • M
      Megan OrtizSep 7, 2025
      If the remote does not operate the clone programmer with your LG TV, only use an LG Installer Remote to operate clone programmer with TV.
  • K
    Kyle SmithSep 9, 2025
    Why did clone time disappear on LG TV?
    • T
      Tyler LunaSep 9, 2025
      If the time has disappeared on your LT2002 LG TV clone, it is because the batteries were removed. The batteries must remain installed to retain time settings.

Summary

Commercial Mode Overview

Pass-through Mode

Configures TVs for Pro:Centric/FTG or master setup for cloning purposes.

EZ-Manager Wizard

Automated/manual configuration for Pro:Centric operation using USB.

Custom Master TV Setup

Procedure to create a customized master setup for cloning purposes.

Commercial Mode Overview Continued

Installer Menu

Accessing and using the Installer Menu for commercial setup and configuration.

FTG Mode

Enables Pro:Idiom decryption and logical channel mapping.

Cloning

Process of capturing and transferring Master TV Setup to Target TVs.

Pro:Centric Operation Continued

EZ-Manager Wizard

EZ-Manager Wizard Continued

Configure Pro:Centric Settings

Setting up Pro:Centric server connection details.

Installer Menu

Custom Master TV Setup

Custom Master TV Setup Continued

Custom Master TV Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide to create a master TV setup for cloning.

Cloning Overview

IMPORTANT CLONING INFORMATION

Key information and cautions for performing cloning procedures.

USB Cloning Procedures

Learning; Teaching a Master TV Setup using a USB Memory Device;.tlx File

Process for learning/teaching via USB with .tlx files.

USB Cloning Procedures Continued

Learning; Teaching a Master TV Setup using a USB Memory Device;.tll File

Process for learning/teaching via USB with .tll files.

Clone Programmer Cloning Procedures

Learning; Teaching a Master TV Setup using a TLL-1100 A Clone Programmer

Learning/teaching using the TLL-1100A clone programmer.

Clone Programmer Cloning Procedures Continued

Learning; Teaching a Master TV Setup using an LT2002 Clone Programmer

Learning/teaching using the LT2002 clone programmer.

Teach Master TV Setup to Target TV

Teaching setup using the LT2002 programmer.

FTG Mode of Operation Overview

FTG Mode via CPU or EBL

Overview of FTG modes via CPU or EBL, including features.

FTG Mode via CPU

Features and requirements for FTG Mode operation via CPU.

FTG Mode via EBL

Features and requirements for FTG Mode operation via EBL.

FTG Mode via CPU

Creating an FTG Configuration File using the FTG File Manager

Steps to create FTG configuration (.tlx) files using FTG File Manager.

FTG Mode via CPU Continued

Teaching FTG Configuration to a TV

Transferring FTG configuration from USB to TV using USB Download Menu.

Learning FTG Configuration from a TV

Saving FTG configuration from a TV to a USB memory device.

FTG Mode via CPU Continued

FTG File Manager Utilities Overview Continued

FTG Channel Map Configuration Utility

Utility for creating, viewing, editing, and printing logical channel maps.

FTG Channel Map Editor

Editor for logical channel data, labels, icons, and attributes.

FTG Installer Menu Configuration Utility

Utility to set TV Installer Menu items for FTG configuration.

IP Environment Setup

IP Environment Setup Continued

Pro:Centric Setup

Configuring Pro:Centric server connection settings.

Reference: Upgrading TV;PTC Software using a USB Memory Device

Upgrading TV;PTC Software

Procedure for updating TV/PTC software using USB Download Menu.

Reference: FTG Mode via EBL (Local Configuration)

Reference: Restoring Factory Defaults on the TV(s)

Reference: Using the TVs Zoning Features

Reference: Using the TVs Zoning Features Continued

Reference: Wi-Fi Screen Share Features Continued

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Continued

Clone Programmer Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting issues related to clone programmers.

FTG Operation Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for EBL configured for FTG Mode operation.

Master and Target TVs

Troubleshooting cloning issues on Master and Target TVs.

LG 42LP870H Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TechnologyLED
Screen Size42 inches
Resolution1920 x 1080
Aspect Ratio16:9
Smart TVYes
Operating SystemNetCast
HDMI Ports4
USB Ports2
Built-in Wi-FiYes
3D CapableYes

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