If you connect a cable or satellite TV box to your LG Smart TV, you must scan for channels to access it. LG has a built-in setting for channel tuning, so you can scan channels automatically and manually using the remote. If you don’t have a remote, you can use the LG ThinQ app on your phone to scan channels. This article illustrates how to scan channels on an LG TV with or without a remote.
How to Auto Scan Channels on LG TV
If you use an over-the-air antenna, install it in the right location to receive a UHD signal properly. Then, connect it to the UHD TV port on your LG TV.
1. Turn on your LG Smart TV without a remote or using the remote.
2. Press the Settings key on the LG TV remote. click All Settings from the left side pane of the TV screen.
3. Select General and click the Channels option.
4. Click Channel Tuning from the drop-down and tap Auto Tuning. Then, click Start.
5. It will run a channel search and be completed in a few minutes. Once the process is completed, click Done.
Remote Shortcut to Scan Channels on LG TV (2019 & later)
- Pair the LG Magic Remote and press the Mute key on the LG Magic Remote thrice.
- A pop-up menu will appear on the LG TV screen.
- Click Auto Tuning to start.
How to Manually Scan Channels on LG TV
1. Connect the cable to your TV and antenna firmly. Adjust the antenna to the right position to get signals properly.
2. Hit the Settings key on the remote and select All Settings.
3. Choose General and choose Channels.
4. Tap Manual Tuning. Select Signal Type and find the Missing Channel Number.
5. Once you have found it, click Add to add and stream the channel on LG TV.
Note: If the signal strength is below 80%, reposition the antenna to improve it.
How to Scan Channels on LG TV Without Remote
If the LG Smart TV remote is not working, you can use the official remote app, LG ThinQ. Download the LG ThinQ app from the Play Store or App Store and use it as a virtual remote to scan for channels. After the installation, pair the LG ThinQ app with your Smart TV.
Once connected, the smartphone screen will display the remote control options. With the help of that, follow the above methods to run a channel scan on your LG TV.
If the LG TV auto-tuning is not finding channels or displaying something that is not programmed, there may be an issue with a set-top box or your LG TV. To fix this, check the cable, perform manual tuning, change the input, and reset your LG TV. If the channel scanning fails, it is better to contact your TV provider or LG Customer Support and follow their guidelines to troubleshoot the issue.