Adding a WebOS Display
Adding a WebOS Display
LG commercial displays running WebOS Signage are supported by GoVista. This guide covers deployment of the IPK player app.
Supported Models
- LG WebOS Signage 3.0 and above
- LG SM, UH, UL, and similar commercial display series
- LG CreateBoard interactive displays
Step 1: Download the IPK
1. Go to Settings > Downloads in the GoVista dashboard 2. Download the WebOS IPK package 3. Save it to a USB drive or your computer
Step 2: Install via USB
1. Copy the IPK file to a USB drive formatted as FAT32 2. Insert the USB into the LG display 3. Navigate to the app installation interface 4. Select the IPK file and install
Step 3: Install via LG Pro:Centric
For bulk deployments using LG's management platform:
1. Upload the IPK to your Pro:Centric server 2. Push the app to targeted displays 3. Configure auto-launch settings
Step 4: Pair the Device
1. Launch the GoVista app on the LG display 2. Note the 6-character pairing code 3. In the dashboard, go to Devices > Add Device 4. Enter the code, name the device, and assign to a store
LG commercial displays support remote power-on via network (Wake-on-LAN). Configure this in the display settings to enable remote power management from GoVista.
Display Settings
For optimal performance, configure these LG display settings:
- Auto Power On — Enable so the display powers on after outages
- No Signal Image — Set to the GoVista app
- USB Auto Play — Disable to prevent conflicts
- Power Save Mode — Consider disabling for always-on deployments
Network Requirements
- Stable internet connection (wired Ethernet recommended)
- HTTPS access to GoVista servers (port 443)
- DNS resolution working properly
WebOS displays have more limited web app capabilities than Android players. Complex compositions with multiple video zones may not perform as well. Test your content before large-scale deployment.