Bene�ts of CaptivAD Server Management
Console SidePowerful presentation functionality with an intuitive interface Experience centralized, rapid updates of content and immediate delivery to speci�c audiences. A powerful choice for the �nal connection of your Digital Signage network from computer, server, player to the presentation screen.
Server Side Time-Saving for Management Performance The CaptivAD system manages all digital real estate centrally, eliminating redundant management effort, and saving you time and money.
Flexi ability for signage network ef�cient and scalability At the core of the CaptivAD solution is �exibility and scalability. Start small with very little network infrastructure support, a single server and player, or launch an entire enterprise solution with servers extending into extensive network environments. Easily control thousands of remote player sites and deliver high impact multimedia messaging from a single location. This is where CaptivAD truly shines.
Flexible and Centralized Server Management
Player and Media Management The CaptivAD media system is a client-server solution for delivering multimedia advertising and messaging to display systems. The server consists of a GUI console and background service for communicating with clients. The console is the primary interface for the CaptivAD Media System and provides features for the management of clients, content, and schedules.
Management System Key Features :
Central Management and Remote Administration
Efficient Management for Large Scale Networks
Fast and Efficient File Transmission
Supports Network Address Translation (NAT)
Alert Status and Log Reporting
Infinitely Scalable Design
Asset and Inventory Management
Streamlined Synchronized Scheduling
Channel Customization for Full Multizoning
Wizard Guided User Interface
CaptivAD Solution A powerful, cost-effective management platform designed for intuitive usability and performance without sacri�cing functionality.
CaptivAD is a market-leading integrated digital multimedia display system in an intuitive,well-engineered package. The easy-to-use interface and low-pro�le player allows for effortless and rapid deployment across local and wide-area networks using wired or wireless communications.
Open and Highly Scalable ArchitectureCaptivAD is a robust embedded player system built on Linux providing increased �le handling, security, measured performance, and high ROI.
Resource protection and monitoring from either malicious / accidental attacks with Hardware Watchdog functionality.
Stunning Multimedia PresentationSupports 1080I/P High De�nition Displays (1920x1080) for superior resolution.
Supports a wide array of �les including video, images, music, PowerPoint slides, ticker, digital clock, RSS etc.
Flexible Integration FunctionsRobust Scheduling for anytime playback
Powerful Remote Management and NAT support
Dedicated Content Updating--USB (of�ine) or Network Server (real-time/ pre-set schedule )
Flexible integration with pre-existing environment--touch screens, interactive sensors, and wired or wireless networks
Effective & High Impact Message Delivery
CaptivADFrontend
Remove InterruptUse the Remove Interrupt function to simply remove an Interrupt event.
Instant MessageFor emergency use, Instant Message allows text to be immediately broadcast to the display screens in real time.
Export Schedule to USBThe Administrator can export a player’s current schedule.
LOG
System logs include historical system details including schedule log, �le transfer log, and play log. System logs are available for viewing, downloading, and exporting by all users.
Player Schedule InquirySchedule logs display a history of player schedules.
File Transfer LogFile transfer logs keep a record of what media �les have been transferred to players from the server.
Play LogPlayer logs contain historical information stored on CMS players.
USER
User ManagerUser accounts have several properties to facilitate user management and security. Administrator can send a Reset command and an email will be sent to the user with instructions on how to reset the password.
Change PassworAny user has permission to change their password at any time.
SYSTEM
System SettingSystem settings screen provides a means to modify a variety of server-side management parameters. Time Synchronization Setting (NTP) can ensure that players’ date and time settings are correctly.
Firmware ManagementThe Firmware Management screen allows administrator to update Player Firmware when necessary. Administrator can add, con�rm �rmware �les, and upload �rmware �les to players.
Task QueueTask queue is based on distributed message passing. It is focused on real-time operation. The execution units, called tasks, are executed concurrently on one or more worker servers.
User LogBy collecting user operation logs such as data transfer history, schedule dispatching history, security threats could be identi�ed as well as understand user operation behavior.
Player Schedule Iinquiry
Enable remote administration on daily operations including reboot, playlist scheduling, file transmission, content handling, and more.
Installation
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Admin Console
INSTALLATIONStep-by-step Wizard installation for seamless CMS server installation.
PLAYER
Player ManagementCentralized server database for distribution of network resources, user privileges, and panel settings, easily enhanced through secure remote access.
Add Player The power to add a single or multiple players to meet any environment.
Device ControlEasily categorize, group and control player distribution for simpli�ed scheduling and content management.
CONTENT
Media ManagementThe media management screen consists of all the media available for each player category. After determining what content should be made available to each category, users can add background, audio, video, and image �les to the corresponding category.
Modify LayoutAfter creating a layout, any user with Content Manager permission may later return and edit the layout.
Remove LayoutFlexible layout control, delete a layout from all schedules and interrupt instances.
Versatile Content PresentationCapable of producing multiple layers of display for graphics, video
or text.
Background–.bmp, .emf, .gif, .jpg, .png, .tif, and .wmf images
Graphics– scaled, stretched, or shown at native resolution
Video
Audio
Scrolling text–customizable and break-in-text for time-sensitive information (real time)
Digital clock
Preview functionality
Import & Export LayoutAdministrator can import/export from the existing layout list. Exporting layouts is an easy-to-use backup utility for safely protecting your layout from loss or damage.
SCHEDULE & INTERRUPT
Edit ScheduleAdministrator can de�ne a schedule for broadcasting content to players. For CMS, broadcasting is accomplished by sending a schedule or interrupt telling individual players or categories when to play speci�ed layouts. The Quick Add Schedule Time Scale screen provides a simple interface long durations.
Add InterruptProvides the �exibility to manually insert necessary content into the playback of a schedule or playlist in real time. Interrupt Playback information take precedence and are displayed over any regularly scheduled broadcast.
Modify InterruptUse the Modify Interrupt screen to change which players broadcast a previous created Interrupt or to shorten/extend the Interrupt.
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CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
MEDIA SIGNAGE PLAYER Hardware Specifications
Component Items
WatchDog Timer
Video Output
Audio Output
Network
USB Connectors
Internal Storage
Power Requirement
Power Consumption
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Storage Temperature
Storage Humidity
Optional
Specitications
Yes
DVI / VGA / S-Video / YPbPr
Stereo Line-out
Ethernet Interface – 10 / 100 Mbps(RJ-45)
USB 2.0 * 2 (Support Mass storage)
CF Type II Socket, 44-pin IDE Interface, DOM
DC12V
24W
0°C~70°C
10% … 90%
- 40°C~120°C
10% … 95%
Wireless (RaLink or 802.11B+g networks@54Mbps)
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Video / Audio Codec
Component Items
Video Codec
Video Format
Audio Format
Image Format
Specitications
Mpeg 1,2,4 / Divx / Divx 3.11 / Windows media video 9
mpg / mpeg / asf / avi / vob / wmv / ts
Mp3 / WAV / AAC / WMA
Bmp/ Jpg / Jpeg / Png / Gif
Functionality Items
Ticker text messages
Schedule
Network
System
Multi-zone Layouts
Permission Role
Specitications
Update message content (directly key in from CaptivAD console) Position(up/down/right/left) Scrolling speed( 10 levels ) Font (Support all fonts installed in Server)Font size (Can be modified, the setting value is 24)Font color (foreground/background;256 colors)Support one Graphic Marquee with RSS seeds
Calendar based scheduling. Support Realtime Interrupt and schedule Interrupt.Slideshow duration time (Change from 1 to 59 sec)Update media fileUp to 9 channels for each playerSet date/time of playbackSupport one HD Media
DHCP client/Static IP address, LAN/WANWEP 64bits/128bitsSupport network clean home/ format HDD/shutdown/restartSupport Network Address Translation(NAT)
Set auto-restart.(if this device is down, auto-restart function will be activated.)Set Shutdown, Set sleep mode (Black Screen)Change username/passwordUpload firmware via networkOSD language(English)Support Multiple Time Zone for each playerSupport download schedule settingEnhance MAC Key License Authentication
Up to 1 Video, 1 graphic ticker, 3 graphic banners at the same time.WYSIWYG gui interfaceSupport customer layout sizeSupport import/export layoutsSupport RSSWeatherSupport Web Page SnapShot
Multi-user with multi rolesSupport Admin / Upload / Content / Approve / Dispatch / WebService RolesLogs all users’ actions history
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CaptivAD Classic Specifications
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