How do I install an program a wireless remote kit on a TFT electronic remote control monitor?
This guide explains how to install the wireless radio kit into a TFT electric remote monitor and program both standard and display wireless remotes. It covers safe disassembly, antenna and board installation, and step-by-step remote linking instructions.
Installing a wireless remote kit allows your TFT electric monitor to operate remotely using a wireless handheld. This guide walks you through safe installation of the radio board and antenna, and includes linking procedures for both standard and display-equipped wireless remotes.
Part 1: Wireless Kit Installation
Tools & Materials Needed:
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3mm socket head driver
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17mm and 18mm wrenches
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Blue Loctite
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Anti-static wrist strap (recommended)
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Radio kit contents:
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Antenna (900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, or 920 MHz)
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Radio board and adapter
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Locking nut
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Power Down the Monitor
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Disconnect power at the Deutsch plug.
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Confirm the green LED is off.
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Remove the Lid
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Unscrew the lid (screws are retained).
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Carefully disconnect the ribbon cable by lifting the two side latches.
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Remove the Communication Board
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Unplug the communication connector.
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Wiggle the board out—it's a tension fit.
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Install the Antenna
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Remove the existing plug (17mm outside, 18mm inside).
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Insert the antenna through the hex-shaped receptacle.
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Ensure the o-ring is seated properly to prevent leaks.
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Apply blue Loctite, install the locking nut, and snug it down.
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Attach the Radio Board
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Align the radio board with the white outline on the back of the communication board.
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Press gently until fully seated.
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Connect the antenna wire (threaded or press-fit depending on type).
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Reinstall Communication Board
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Insert and seat the board with the coax facing rearward.
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Reconnect the communication plug.
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Tuck wires safely out of the way.
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Reconnect the Lid
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Reconnect the ribbon cable (dark green contact side faces the board).
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Lay the cable flat, reseat the lid, and secure the screws in a crisscross pattern.
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Part 2: Link the Wireless Remote (Standard and Display)
Standard Wireless Remote:
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Power On Both Devices
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Enter Learn Mode (Remote)
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Hold Left + Right buttons for ~5 seconds → add Up.
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Release all when red lights blink.
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Enter Learn Mode (Monitor)
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Do the same button sequence on the monitor.
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Wait for lights to stop flashing.
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Exit Teach Mode
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Press the Down button once.
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Power cycle both units.
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If the link fails, reset the radio board:
Hold Down while powering on to clear previous data.
Display Wireless Remote:
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Power On Both Devices
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Enter Learn Mode (Remote with Display)
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Hold the button under Menu until screen changes.
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Tap Menu to find RFID Learn, then select.
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Enter Learn Mode (Monitor)
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Same Left + Right → add Up button combo.
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Confirmation
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Screen will show: “RFID Programming Complete”.
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Exit Teach Mode & Reboot
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Tap Down once.
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Power cycle both devices to confirm functionality.
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If linking fails, follow the reset process as described above and repeat the procedure.