LG FMA-LG101 Configuration Guide

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FMA-LG101

Free-To-Guest Management Appliance

Installation & Configuration Guide

Warranty

Part No: 206-4124

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

For Customer Support/Service, please call:

1-888-865-3026

The latest product information and documentation is available online at:

www.LGcommercial.com/products

MODEL and SERIAL NUMBER The model and serial numbers of this appliance are located on the back of the cabinet. For future reference, we suggest that you record those numbers here:

Model No._________________Serial No. _______________

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.

REGULATORY INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

COMPLIANCE:

The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA • Phone: 1-847-941-8000

Marketed and Distributed in the United States by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.

2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PORTABLE CART WARNING

Important safeguards for you and your new product

THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN MANUFACTURED AND TESTED WITH SAFETY IN MIND. IMPROPER USE, HOWEVER, CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. TO AVOID DEFEATING THE SAFEGUARDS THAT HAVE BEEN BUILT INTO THE NEW PRODUCT, PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY POINTS WHEN INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT.

1. Read these instructions.

Read all safety and operating instructions before oper-

ating the product.

2. Keep these instructions.

Retain the safety and operating instructions for future

reference.

3. Heed all warnings.

Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the oper-

ating instructions.

4. Follow all instructions.

Follow all operating and use instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

Do not use this product near water or moisture or in an

area, such as a basement, that might become flooded.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

Unplug this product before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

This product is designed to fit in a rack. The ventila-

tion slots and openings in the cabinet are provided to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.

8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination in order to avoid injury from tip-over.

Do not place this product on a slippery or tilted surface,

or on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

14. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling

only as recommended by the manufacturer. The product may slide or fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product.

15. Transporting Product

A product and cart combination should be moved with

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

16. Disconnect Device

The AC mains plug is used as the disconnect device.

The disconnect device must remain readily operable. Be sure to grasp the plug when unplugging the power cord.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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17. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through

openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

18. Power Sources

This product should be operated only from the type of

power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your installation, consult your product dealer or local power company.

19. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as

this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

20. Outdoor Use/Wet Location Warning: To prevent fire or electrical shock

hazards, do not expose this product to rain, moisture, or other liquids.

Do not touch the product with wet hands. Do not install this product near flammable objects such as gasoline or candles or expose it to direct air conditioning. Do not expose the product to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or over the apparatus.

21. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to

the product, follow the precautions below.

An outside antenna system should not be located in

the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come into contact with such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, use extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

Be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as

to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) (in

the U.S.A.), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna Grounding According to NEC, ANSI/NFPA 70

Ground Clamp

Electric Service

Equipment

Antenna Lead in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductor (NEC Section 810-21)

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250, Part H)

22. Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as open-

ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

23. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet, and refer ser-

vicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally per the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has

been damaged.

f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

24. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the ser-

vice technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or the have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

25. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod-

uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents / Setup Checklist

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4

Table of Contents / Setup Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

FMA-LG101 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Creating an FMA Configuration File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

FMA-LG101 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9

Network Connection Settings for FMA-LG101

Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

FMA-LG101 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11–14

FMA-LG101 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Reference: FTG Device Firmware RF Downloader . . . .17

Flowchart: Creating an FMA Configuration File . . . . . . .18

Document Revision History / Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Setup Checklist

Installation and configuration of the Free-To-Guest (FTG) Management Appliance (FMA-LG101) requires the following hardware, equipment, and software.

At the Head End

__ Contents of FMA-LG101 carton:

• FMA-LG101 unit (with attached rack mount brackets)

• Power supply (12V DC 1.25A)

• 75 ohm coaxial terminator (FMA-LG101 RF IN port termination)

• 7-foot Ethernet crossover cable (direct connect PC to conﬁ gure FMA-LG101)

• 50 MHz low pass ﬁ lter (6MLP-50)

__ Configuration of the FMA-LG101 requires a PC with an Ethernet port and the FTG Configuration Application

v5.0.0 or higher installed. FTG Configuration Application software is available online at:

www.LGcommercial.com/FTGSoftware.

At the Room

__ An LG TV must be equipped with one of the following FTG devices:

• EBL (Embedded b-LAN™)

• LMT7Z9 MPI card

• LMT7Z7 MPI card (requires ﬁ rmware update) *

* Please contact the LG Sales team to obtain a Firmware Update (.mot) file. You can then use the Firmware Downloader Utility available from the FMA-LG101 software web page to upload the latest firmware to the FTG device(s). Refer to the “FTG Device Firmware RF Downloader” information in this document for detailed instructions.

Note: An HCS1410 FTG card is not compatible with the FMA-LG101.

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FMA-LG101 Description

The FMA-LG101 facilitates the delivery of Channel Lineup and Installer Menu settings to guest room TVs via the RF distribution system, such that Channel Lineup or Installer Menu settings can be updated without individual room visits. Every LG TV capable of receiving the Channel Map broadcast from the FMA-LG101 will be configured with the same Channel Lineup. Installer Menu settings are dependent on chassis model IDs; only the model(s) whose Installer Menu settings are being broadcast will be affected. The FMA-LG101 can broadcast multiple Installer Menu profiles to support the different chassis models connected to the RF distribution system.

FTG Management Appliance (FMA) Configuration File

An FMA Configuration (.fma) file is required to update the FMA-LG101's broadcast data (i.e., FTG Channel

Map and FTG Installer Menu settings). Users can create an FMA Configuration file at any time on any PC on which the FTG Configuration Application v5.0.0 or higher is installed (see next page).

FMA-LG101 Date and Time

• When the FMA-LG101 has been powered for at least 30 minutes, its current date and time will be maintained

during power loss for a minimum of nine hours.

• If the DST (US Daylight Saving Time) option is Enabled during conﬁ guration, the FMA-LG101 will automati-

cally set the clock forward one hour at 2:00 AM on the second Sunday in March and set the clock back one hour at 2:00 AM on the ﬁ rst Sunday in November. These dates were established by Congress in the Energy Policy Act of 2005.

FMA-LG101 Broadcast

Note: The RF distribution system must support 50.5 MHz RF transmission (downstream) from the head end to the FTG device(s).

The FMA-LG101 will broadcast the Date and Time, the Channel Lineup, and any Installer Menu proﬁ les every ﬁ ve minutes (300 seconds) by default. The broadcast rate is adjustable, but it is not recommended to set the

broadcast rate to fewer than 10 seconds. If an FTG device or TV is replaced in a room, the replacement, when connected to the RF distribution system, will automatically be conﬁ gured by the current data being broadcast and will not require additional conﬁ guration. *

* Replacement TV only: For the Installer Menu to be configured, the replacement TV must be the same model or a model

whose Installer Menu profile is already included in the broadcast.

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Creating an FMA Configuration File

Note: This section provides an overview of the procedure to create an FMA Configuration file. Refer to the

Free-To-Guest (FTG) Configuration Application manual for detailed instructions. For a visual representation of the procedure, see the flowchart at the end of this document.

1. Install (if necessary) and launch the FTG Configuration Application (v5.0.0 or higher).

2. Create a new FTG Channel Map, or open an existing FTG Configuration (.rml) file. *

3. Click Configure in the menu bar, and select FMA to access the FMA Configuration Utility (see screen below).

(Tip: You can also use an existing FMA Configuration file as a basis for the new file, if appropriate. **)

4. To add an FTG Channel Map, click >> under FTG Channel Map to copy the current FTG Channel Map to

the FMA Configuration List.

5. To add FTG Installer Menu settings, click >> under FTG Installer Menu Settings to copy the current FTG

Installer Menu settings (if applicable) to the FMA Configuration List.

6. (Optional) Load default Installer Menu settings for selected model(s):

• Click the down arrow at the right of the Chassis ﬁ eld under Installer Menu Templates, and select the desired model from the drop-down list of available models.

• Click the Load button.

• Click >> under FTG Installer Menu Settings to copy selected model(s) settings to the FMA Conﬁ guration List.

7. Click the Save button above the FMA Configuration List to save it to a (.fma) file for later use.

Note: The data referenced in the FMA Configuration List is a only snap-shot of the current FTG

Channel Map and FTG Installer Menu settings when copied to the list. If you make any change(s) to the current data to be included in the FMA Configuration List, you will need to recopy Channel Map and Installer Menu settings to the FMA Configuration List.

FMA Configuration List (data

Filename of opened FTG Configuration file

Copy FTG Channel

Map to and from FMA

Configuration List.

Copy FTG Installer

Menu settings

to and from FMA

Configuration List.

Load default FTG

Installer Menu for

selected model(s).

ready for transfer to FMA)

FMA File options

Set the FMA clock to the PC’s clock.

Set the FMA broadcast rate.

FMA Configuration Transfer options

Confirm IP address for FMA IP Communication.

* Up to 141 logical channels can be mapped in the Channel Lineup to be broadcast by the FMA-LG101. ** Existing FMA or FTG Configuration files should be appropriate to the site for which you are creating the new FMA

Configuration file. Otherwise, build the new file from scratch.

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FMA-LG101 Installation

Refer to the following diagrams, and install the FMA-LG101 in the equipment rack as described on page 9.

FMA-LG101 Front View

FMA-LG101 Front Panel LEDs

PWR: Illuminates when power is applied to the unit.

RX: Illuminates when stored configuration has been reset to default due to data corruption.

TX: Flashes when data is being transmitted on the RF OUT port.

ETHERNET

PWR

PWR, RX,

and TX LEDs

Rack

Mount

Bracket

Ethernet

Cable

FMA-LG101 Rear View

Rack

Mount

Bracket

Rack

Mount

Bracket

Rack

Mount

Bracket

RF OUT

RF IN

DC 12V

75 Ohm

Terminator

DC Power

Supply

50 MHz

Low Pass

Filter

RF Cable

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FMA-LG101 Installation (Cont.)

FMA-LG101 Installation Notes

• The AC outlet providing power must be installed near the FMA-LG101 and be easily accessible.

• The FMA-LG101 should be installed in a restricted access location.

Installing the FMA-LG101 in the Equipment Rack

Refer to the FMA-LG101 diagrams on page 8, and complete the following steps to install the FMA-LG101 in the equipment rack.

1. As shipped, the FMA-LG101 rack mount brackets are attached inward, covering the front panel of the FMA-LG101 unit. Detach and then re-attach the rack mount brackets to the FMA-LG101 as shown in the diagrams on the previous page.

2. Mount the FMA-LG101 in the equipment rack.

3. Complete all connections as indicated in the FMA-LG101 Rear and Front Panel Connections table below.

4. Plug the power supply for the FMA-LG101 in to an AC outlet (or the rack power strip, if applicable), and then connect the 12V DC output to the FMA-LG101.

5. Wait at least 30 seconds for the FMA-LG101 to power ON and obtain network settings from a DHCP server or load its default network settings.

6. Conﬁ gure the FMA-LG101 as described on the pages that follow.

FMA-LG101 Rear and Front Panel Connections

Port Name Connection

Rear Panel RF OUT Connect the 50 MHz low pass filter and coaxial RF cable from the RF

distribution system combiner. (The 50 MHz low pass filter protects RF channels 2 and 3 from any potential RF interference produced by the

FMA-LG101.) RF IN Not applicable; connect the 75 ohm terminator. DC 12V Connect the 12V DC power supply shipped with the FMA-LG101.

Front Panel ETHERNET Make the appropriate connection based on the system setup:

• Network Ethernet connection: Connect an Ethernet straight-through

cable (not supplied) from the network. The FMA-LG101 must be connected to a network with a DHCP server before power is applied.

• Direct Ethernet connection: Connect the supplied Ethernet crossover

cable from a PC.

Refer to “FMA-LG101 Ethernet Connection/Network Options” on the next page for further information.

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Network Connection Settings for FMA-LG101 Configuration

FMA-LG101 Ethernet Connection/Network Options

(see also Ethernet connection information on previous page, as necessary)

• The FMA-LG101 can operate as a DHCP client if a network DHCP server assigns it a valid IP address

for that network. Otherwise, the FMA-LG101 uses its factory default IP address. In order to operate as a DHCP client, the FMA-LG101 must be connected via a straight-through Ethernet cable to a network with a DHCP server before power is applied.

• If there is no DHCP server, or if the FMA-LG101 is con

cable, the When the FMA-LG101 is using its default IP address, the conﬁ guring PC must be on the same subnet FMA-LG101. For example, the PC's network connection settings

FMA-LG101 will default to its factory IP address and subnet mask of 10.20.1.120 / 255.255.2

Setting the PC Network Connections

If the FMA-LG101 is connected to the administrator for proper network work, and then proceed to configure the FMA-LG101.

If you are using a direct Ethernet connection between the FMA-LG101 and the configuring PC, you must complete the following procedure to set the PC network connections before you proceed to configure the FMA-LG101.

network (i.e., the FMA-LG101 is a DHCP client), consult the network

settings. Set the PC’s network connections to provide access to the net-

nected directly to a PC via an Ethernet crossover

48.0. as the

can be set as 10.20.1.90 / 255.255.248.0.

1. On the PC, navigate to Network Connections options, as applicable, per your operating system, i.e.,

Windows® XP, Windows Vista® or Windows 7. Refer to IT personnel or Windows documentation for further information.

2. Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon in the Network Connections window, and select

Properties.

3. Double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the Local Area Connection Properties window.

4. In the Internet Protocol Properties window, select the Use the following IP address: radio button. Then:

• In the IP address ﬁ eld, type an IP address from the following range: 10.20.1.81 to 10.20.1.92.

• Type 255.255.248.0 in the Subnet mask ﬁ eld.

5. Click OK to close the Internet Protocol Properties window. (You can also close any additional network

connections windows at this time.)

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FMA-LG101 Configuration

Once you have completed the required steps to set the PC’s network connections, you can update the FMA-LG101 using either the FTG Configuration Application software (v5.0.0 or higher) or the FMA-LG101 software web page.

Experienced installers can refer to the FMA-LG101 configuration quick reference overviews below if extended directions are not required. Otherwise, proceed to the appropriate section depending on whether you are using the FTG Configuration Application software or the FMA-LG101 software web page.

FMA-LG101 Configuration Prerequisites

• The FMA-LG101 must be installed in the equipment rack prior to conﬁ guration (see FMA-LG101 installa-

tion and cabling information on previous pages).

• You will need to know the IP address of the FMA-LG101 (see “FMA-LG101 Ethernet Connection/Network

Options” on previous page). Network Ethernet connection: Consult the network administrator to obtain the IP address that has been

assigned by a DHCP server to the FMA-LG101. Direct Ethernet connection: The FMA-LG101 uses its default IP address (10.20.1.120).

• Create a new or identify an existing FMA Conﬁ guration (.fma) ﬁ le to use for updating the FMA-LG101 (see

“Creating an FMA Conﬁ guration File” on page 7, as necessary).

Overview

FMA-LG101 Configuration Quick Reference (FTG Configuration Application Software)

1. Launch the FTG Conﬁ guration Application (v5.0.0 or higher), and access the FMA Conﬁ guration Utility .

2. Set the FMA Utility’s IP address.

3. “Write” the appropriate FMA Conﬁ guration ﬁ le to the FMA-LG101.

4. Set the FMA clock. (Note that date and time must be set on the PC running the FTG Configuration Ap-

plication prior to an attempt to set the FMA clock.)

5. Set the FMA broadcast rate.

6. Connect the FMA-LG101 to the RF distribution system as described on page 14.

FMA-LG101 Configuration Quick Reference (FMA-LG101 Software Web Page)

1. Launch a web browser, type the appropriate IP address in the browser’s address bar, and press Enter.

2. Set the date and time parameters and the broadcast rate, and then update the FMA-LG101.

3. Update the FMA-LG101 with an FMA Configuration file.

4. Connect the FMA-LG101 to the RF distribution system as described on page 14.

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FMA-LG101 Configuration

Using the FTG Configuration Application Software

1. Launch the FTG Configuration Application (v5.0.0 or higher).

2. Click Configure in the menu bar, and select FMA to access the FMA Configuration Utility (see screen

sample on page 7). Then, set the FMA Utility’s IP address, update the FMA-LG101 configuration, and configure the FMA clock and broadcast rate as described below.

Set the FMA Utility’s IP Address

The IP address specified in the FMA IP Communication section at the bottom right of the screen must be

set to the IP address of the FMA (see “FMA Configuration Prerequisites” on previous page). a. If you need to modify the FMA Utility’s IP address, double-click anywhere within the IP Address field. b. In the pop-up box, enter the appropriate IP address, and then click OK. Or, to restore the IP address

to the default (10.20.1.120), click Default and then OK.

Update the FMA-LG101 with an FMA Configuration File

a. Use the current contents of the FMA Configuration List, or click the Open button above the FMA

Configuration List to open an existing FMA Configuration (.fma) file.

Note: When opening an existing FMA file, reconfirm the FMA Utility’s IP address, since the FMA file

when saved, had an IP address associated with it.

b. Click the Write button in the FMA Configuration Transfer section of the screen to send the current

contents of the FMA Configuration List to the FMA-LG101.

c. Once the system processes your request, you will see a pop-up report message to indicate

success. Click OK to close the report message box and continue.

Set the FMA Clock

The facility for setting the FMA clock is on the right side of the FMA Conﬁ guration Utility screen. Date and time must be set on the PC running the FTG Configuration Application prior to an attempt to set the FMA clock.

a. Auto DST: When checked, the FMA’s clock automatically observes Daylight Saving Time. b. Click the Set Clock button to set the date and time of the FMA to the PC’s date and time. c. A pop-up Date & Time window displays a snapshot of the PC's current date and time. Click Yes to

synchronize the FMA’s clock with the PC's clock.

d. Once the system processes the request, you will see a pop-up report message to indicate success.

Click OK to close the report message box and continue.

Set the FMA Broadcast Rate

The facility for setting the FMA broadcast rate is on the right side of the FMA Configuration Utility screen.

This facility sets the interval, in seconds, at which to broadcast the Date, Time, Channel Lineup, and Installer Menu settings. (FMA-LG101 factory default broadcast rate is 300 seconds.)

a. Select the number of seconds (1–999) for the broadcast rate (“0” disables broadcasting). Note that it

is not recommended to set the broadcast rate to fewer than 10 seconds. b. Click the Set Rate button to set the selected rate of broadcast in the FMA. c. Once the system processes your request, you will see a pop-up report message to indicate

success. Click OK to close the report message box.

3. Click File and then Exit in the menu bar to exit the FMA Configuration Utility.

4. Connect the FMA-LG101 to the RF distribution system as described on page 14.

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FMA-LG101 Configuration

Using the FMA-LG101 Software Web Page

1. Launch a web browser, and type http://ipaddress in the browser’s address bar, where ipaddress is either the network IP address assigned by a DHCP server to the FMA-LG101 or the FMA-LG101’s default IP address (see “FMA-LG101 Configuration Prerequisites” on page 11). Then, press Enter.

FMA-LG101 Software Web Page Main Screen

Fields at the bottom left corner of the screen identify the FMALG101 firmware version, IP address, and MAC address.

2. Once you have accessed the FMA-LG101 web page, proceed to the configuration procedures that follow.

Set the Date and Time Configuration Fields for the FMA-LG101

a. Set the following fields, as applicable.

• Month: Click the down arrow at the right of the ﬁ eld, and select the appropriate month from the drop-

down list.

• Day of Month (1–31) and Year (2009–2047): Type the appropriate values in these ﬁ elds.

• Hour (0–23) and Minutes (0–59): Type the appropriate values in these ﬁ elds. Note that the hour ﬁ eld

is based on a 24-hour clock.

• DST Enable?: “Yes” (default) enables or “No” disables automatic US Daylight Saving Time observance.

b. The Rate (0–999) field sets the interval, in seconds, at which to broadcast the Date, Time, Channel

Lineup, and Installer Menu settings. (FMA-LG101 factory default broadcast rate is 300 seconds.) Type the number of seconds (1–999) for the broadcast rate (“0” disables broadcasting). Note that it is not recommended to set the broadcast rate to fewer than 10 seconds.

c. Click the Update Date & Time button.

Note: After you click the Update Date & Time button, the screen will begin to refresh/reload. Wait for the screen to com

pletely reload before proceeding. To refresh the

date and time to the current settings, click the green Refresh button to the right of the Update Date & Time button. Do NOT use the web browser Refresh button!

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FMA-LG101 Configuration

Using the FMA-LG101 Software Web Page (Cont.) / Connect the FMA-LG101 to the RF Distribution System

(Continued from previous page)

Update the FMA-LG101 with an FMA Configuration File

a. Under the Channel and TV Configuration section, click the Browse button. b. Browse to the desired FMA Configuration (.fma) file. Select the file, and click the Open button. c. Confirm that the path shown in the Config File To Update field is correct for the FMA

Configuration file selected, and then click the Update Config button to update the configuration on the FMA-LG101.

Note: After you click the Update Config button, the screen will begin to refresh/reload. This process may take a few seconds to completely transfer the file and save to memory. Wait for the screen to completely reload before proceeding.

3. Connect the FMA-LG101 to the RF distribution system as described below.

Connect the FMA-LG101 to the RF Distribution System

Note: The RF distribution system must support 50.5 MHz RF transmission (downstream) from the head end to the FTG device(s).

1. Connect the FMA-LG101 RF OUT to the RF distribution system. Note: The 50 MHz low pass filter (6MLP-50) provided should be installed to protect RF channels 2

and 3 from any potential RF interference produced by the FMA-LG101.

2. Verify that the 50.5 MHz RF signal level is between +3 dBmV and +10 dBmV at the FTG device(s). Note that additional equipment may be required to adjust the signal level. If the signal level is not within the recommended range, communications will be negatively affected, resulting in a partial or missing Channel Lineup and/or Installer Menu settings data.

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FMA-LG101 Troubleshooting

The following table provides information on general symptoms and solutions related to the FMA-LG101. For many of the troubleshooting steps, you will need to know the IP address of the FMA-LG101. Refer to “FMA-LG101

Ethernet Connection/Network Options” on page 11 for further information.

Symptom Solution

The OSD/call letters do not display in the guest room(s).

When the TV is turned ON, it is in split screen mode.

The date/time of the TV(s) is incorrect.

If the issue affects all rooms, verify that the FMA Conﬁ guration (.fma) ﬁ le uploaded to the FMA-LG101 was properly conﬁ gured.

If the issue is restricted to a single room:

• Wait ﬁ ve minutes (default Broadcast Rate setting) for the FMA-LG101 to

re-broadcast the Channel Lineup and re-test.

• Check the coaxial connections and RF signal levels in the room.

• Replace the FTG device or TV, if possible.

Always configure Installer Menu item 004 STRT CHANNEL (Start Channel) to a channel or Installer Menu item 046 STRT AUX SRCE (Start Aux Source) to a nonRJP Aux input.

If an LG TV is accompanied by a Remote Jack Pack (RJP) system, Installer Menu item 093 RJP AVAILABLE is NOT set to 0 (zero). If the Start Channel is set to 0 (zero), which indicates to reference the Start Aux Source, and the Start Aux Source is set to an RJP Aux, when the TV is turned ON, it will be in split screen mode.

• Verify that the FMA-LG101 is connected to a steady and reliable power source.

The FMA-LG101 will retain the current date and time settings for at least nine hours after losing power. Beyond nine hours of power loss, the date and time settings may need to be reconﬁ gured.

• Verify that the DST (US Daylight Saving Time) option is set appropriately.

• Set the FMA clock (date and time settings) using the FTG Conﬁ guration Application

or the FMA-LG101 software web page.

The PC cannot access the FMA-LG101 via the Ethernet interface.

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• Verify that the PC's network settings are properly set for a direct connection or a

network connection.

• Verify that the appropriate Ethernet cable is connected properly and in good

condition.

• If the conﬁ guring PC is running Windows Vista or Windows 7, resetting the power

on the FMA-LG101 while the PC is connected may cause a network conﬂ ict issue. To correct a network conﬂ ict, disable and then enable the network interface on the PC, or disconnect and reconnect network cables.

• Ping the FMA-LG101 IP address (“10.20.1.120” for direct connection or consult

network administrator for network connection). If the FMA-LG101 does not respond, the FMA-LG101 will need to be replaced.

Specifications

Dimensions

Height: 1.75 inches (44.45 mm) Width: 7.25 inches (184.15 mm) (19 inches with rack mount brackets attached) Depth: 4.5 inches (114.3 mm) Weight: 2 pounds (0.91 kgrms) (with mounting brackets)

Environmental Storage Conditions

Temperature: -20° to 70° degrees Celsius

-4° to 158° degrees Fahrenheit Humidity: 20% to 80%

Environmental Operating Conditions

Temperature: 0° to 45° degrees Celsius 32° to 113° degrees Fahrenheit Humidity: 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing

Inputs/Outputs

Rear

DC 12V: 2.1 mm jack RF IN: Type “F” female RF OUT: Type “F” female

Front

Ethernet Port: 10BaseT, RJ-45

RF Output

Modulation: FSK Data Rate: 62.5 Kbps Frequency for Data Low: 49.5 MHz +/- 50 kHz Frequency for Data High: 50.5 MHz +/- 50 kHz Impedance: 75 ohms +/- 5% RF Output Level: 50 dBmV +/- 2 dBmV

Power Supply

Input: 100 to 240 VAC @ 50 to 60 Hz Output: +12V DC @ 1.25 Amps

Note: Design and speciﬁ cations subject to change without prior notice.

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Reference: FTG Device Firmware RF Downloader

The FMA-LG101 software web page provides a utility to download FTG device (EBL, LMT7Z9, or LMT7Z7) ﬁ rmware via the RF distribution system. Use this procedure to update the ﬁ rmware on the FTG device(s).

Note that TVs with FTG device(s) will not be operable during ﬁ rmware download and update (approximately ﬁ ve minutes).

2. Click the FTG Device Firmware RF Downloader link at the bottom of the FMA-LG101 Main Page.

3. Complete the pop-up Login fields as follows:

• User name: Type lg.

• Password: Type service.

Then, click OK to continue to the FTG Device Firmware RF Downloader web page.

4. Under the Firmware File Upload section, click the Browse button.

5. Browse to the desired Firmware (.mot) ﬁ le. Select the ﬁ le, and click the Open button.

6. Conﬁ rm that the path shown in the Firmware File To Upload ﬁ eld is correct for the Firmware ﬁ le selected, and then click the Upload File button to upload the ﬁ le to the FMA-LG101.

Note: After you click the Upload File button, the screen will begin to refresh/reload. The upload process may

take a few seconds. Wait for the screen to completely reload before proceeding.

7. In the RF Downloader section, the Version indicator should now show the ﬁ rmware version number that corresponds to the Firmware ﬁ le you just uploaded. Click the check box at the right of the Version number to conﬁ rm its accuracy, and then click the Download button.

The broadcast of ﬁ rmware completes in approximately two minutes, and the FTG device will require an additional two minutes to update ﬁ rmware, after which the TV will become operable again.

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Flowchart: Creating an FMA Configuration File

This ﬂ owchart provides a visual overview of the steps to create an FMA Conﬁ guration (.fma) ﬁ le. Refer to the Free-To- Guest (FTG) Conﬁ guration Application manual for further procedural information.

Launch FTG

Conguration

Application

(v5.0.0 or higher).

Note: Existing FMA or FTG Conguration les should be appropriate to the site for which you are creating the new FMA Conguration le. Otherwise, build the new le from scratch.

Access FMA

Conguration Utility,

and open FMA

Conguration le.

(Optional) Copy FTG

Channel Map to

current settings and

edit as necessary.

Existing FMA

Conguration (.fma)

le available for basis of

new .fma le?

Existing FTG

Conguration (.rml)

le(s) available?

Go to

Chart C

FMA

Conguration le

contains Installer Menu

settings for desired

model(s)?

Load default FTG

Installer Menu settings

for selected model(s).

Yes

Go to

Chart A

Yes

Go to

Chart B

(Optional) Load default

Yes

FTG Installer Menu settings

for additional model(s), and/or

edit Installer Menu settings.

(Optional) Edit Installer

Menu settings to

desired values.

Go to

Chart D

FTG

* Up to 141 logical channels can be mapped in the Channel Lineup to be broadcast by the FMA-LG101. ** (Optional) Repeat this step to add Installer Menu settings for additional models.

Open FTG

Conguration le.

Create FTG

Channel Map. *

If necessary,

switch to FMA

Conguration Utility.

Access the FMA

Conguration Utility.

Access the FMA

Conguration Utility.

Copy current FTG

Channel Map to

FMA Conguration List.

Conguration le

contains both Channel

Map and Installer Menu

settings?

As applicable, create an

FTG Channel Map,

load default FTG Installer

Menu settings for

selected model(s). *

Load default FTG

Installer Menu settings

for selected model(s).

Copy current FTG Installer

Menu settings to FMA

Conguration List. **

(Optional) Edit FTG Channel

Map and/or Installer Menu

Yes

settings and/or load default

FTG Installer Menu settings

for selected model(s).

(Optional) Edit Installer

Menu settings to

desired values.

(Optional) Edit Installer

Menu settings to

desired values.

Save the FMA

Conguration List to

(.fma) le for later use.

Go to

Chart D

Go to

Chart D

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Document Revision History / Notes

Document Revision History

Date Description

April 2010 Revision A: New document

Documentation is available online at: www.LGcommercial.com/product/FMA-LG101. Click the Downloads &

Images tab on the FMA-LG101 page, and select the required document from the Downloads list.

Notes

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FMA-LG101 Warranty

Broadcast Products Welcome to the LG family! We believe that you will be pleased with your new FMA-LG101. Please read this

warranty carefully, it is a “LIMITED WARRANTY” as defined under Federal Law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state-to-state within the U.S.A.

LG’s RESPONSIBILITY

Warranty Term One year parts and labor from date of purchase or delivery date. Parts New or remanufactured replacements for factory-defective parts may be used. Such replacement parts are

warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period.

Warranty Service Warranty service is provided at LG. Customer pays for shipping charges to LG; LG pays for return shipping

charges to return FMA-LG101 to customer. Call 1-888-865-3026 for further information.

Not Covered This warranty covers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation, adjustment of customer con-

trols, installation or repair of antenna systems, cable converters or cable company-supplied equipment; it also does not cover damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of God or other causes beyond the control of LG. Any alteration of the product after manufacture voids this warranty in its entirety.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING

WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND LG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY Effective Warranty Date Warranty begins on the date of delivery of the FMA-LG101.

For your convenience, keep the dealer’s dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the purchase date.

Installation Guide Read the Installation & Configuration Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of the FMA-

LG101 and how to configure it.

Antenna Reception problems caused by inadequate antenna or faulty antenna connections are the owner’s responsibility.

Warranty Service For warranty service information,

ity (see above) will be provided without charge. Other service is at the owner’s expense. If you have any problem in obtaining satisfactory warranty service, call 1-888-865-3026. You must provide the model number, serial number and date of purchase or date of original installation.

call 1-888-865-3026. Parts and service labor that are LG’s responsibil-

For Customer Support/Service, please call:

1-888-865-3026

www.LGcommercial.com

b-LAN is a trademark of LodgeNet Interactive Corporation. All other trademarks

or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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