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1 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Guide to Using MagicInfo Pro Samsung Digital Signage

2 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL This presentation is designed to act as a setup and usage guide to Samsung’s MagicInfo Pro digital signage system. This presentation is designed to act as a setup and usage guide to Samsung’s MagicInfo Pro digital signage system. In order to build an effective digital signage network using MagicInfo Pro, we must follow a series of steps: In order to build an effective digital signage network using MagicInfo Pro, we must follow a series of steps: Install the Server Software Install the Server Software Configure the MagicInfo Pro display Configure the MagicInfo Pro display Log in and configure the server Log in and configure the server Register content with the Library Register content with the Library Create Screen Templates using Library content Create Screen Templates using Library content Schedule Templates to run on the network Schedule Templates to run on the network Publish the scheduled content to the network Publish the scheduled content to the network Introduction

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4 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Installing the Server Software The first step in creating a MagicInfo Pro digital signage system is to install and configure the MagicInfo Pro Server software on a networked PC, that is present on the same network as the MagicInfo Pro display will be installed. The first step in creating a MagicInfo Pro digital signage system is to install and configure the MagicInfo Pro Server software on a networked PC, that is present on the same network as the MagicInfo Pro display will be installed. An installation and documentation CD was provided with the display, inside the box. This CD will be needed for this step. An installation and documentation CD was provided with the display, inside the box. This CD will be needed for this step. Included on the setup CD, is an installation program, named MagicInfo.exe. Running this will begin the installation process

5 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL The first step is to select the language the software will be installed using. The first step is to select the language the software will be installed using. Clicking OK will advance to the next step in the installation process. Clicking OK will advance to the next step in the installation process. Installing the Server Software

6 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Installing the Server Software The user will now be presented with the welcome screen for the installation. The user will now be presented with the welcome screen for the installation. Clicking Next will advance to the user license acceptance screen. Clicking Next will advance to the user license acceptance screen. After checking the box for accepting the user license, clicking Next again will advance to the next step of the installation process. After checking the box for accepting the user license, clicking Next again will advance to the next step of the installation process.

7 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Installing the Server Software This is a critical step. The user must now select an Administrator password for this MagicInfo Pro Server. This is a critical step. The user must now select an Administrator password for this MagicInfo Pro Server. To operate the MagicInfo Pro Server, the user will need to first log in to the software using this password, so ensure that it is recorded before moving forward. To operate the MagicInfo Pro Server, the user will need to first log in to the software using this password, so ensure that it is recorded before moving forward. If the user forgets or loses this password, the server software will need to be reinstalled and reconfigured. If the user forgets or loses this password, the server software will need to be reinstalled and reconfigured. Clicking Next will advance the installation. Clicking Next will advance the installation.

8 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Installing the Server Software Now the user can select which folder the server software will be installed into. Now the user can select which folder the server software will be installed into. Clicking the Change button will allow the user to specify the location. Clicking the Change button will allow the user to specify the location. Clicking Next will advance to the next step. Clicking Next will advance to the next step.

9 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Installing the Server Software Now the installation is ready to proceed. Clicking Install will install the program to the specified location. Now the installation is ready to proceed. Clicking Install will install the program to the specified location. A bar will illustrate the installations progress. A bar will illustrate the installations progress. When the installation is complete, it will advance to the next step automatically. When the installation is complete, it will advance to the next step automatically.

10 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Installing the Server Software Now the installation is complete. Now the installation is complete. The program has been installed to the specified location, and a shortcut has been placed both in the Start Menu and on the Desktop. The program has been installed to the specified location, and a shortcut has been placed both in the Start Menu and on the Desktop. Clicking Finish will close the installation program. Clicking Finish will close the installation program. Now the MagicInfo Pro Server software is ready for use! Now the MagicInfo Pro Server software is ready for use!

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12 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Once the MagicInfo Pro Server software is installed on a networked PC, the next step in assembling the MagicInfo Pro digital signage system is to configure the display itself. Once the MagicInfo Pro Server software is installed on a networked PC, the next step in assembling the MagicInfo Pro digital signage system is to configure the display itself. This configuration will require a USB keyboard and mouse to be connected to the display’s onboard USB ports. This configuration will require a USB keyboard and mouse to be connected to the display’s onboard USB ports. The display may be configured before or after it is installed, but it is recommended to have it already connected to the network the MagicInfo Pro Server is set up on, in order to immediately test the connection between the two devices. The display may be configured before or after it is installed, but it is recommended to have it already connected to the network the MagicInfo Pro Server is set up on, in order to immediately test the connection between the two devices. Configuring the MagicInfo Pro Display

13 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Configuring the MagicInfo Pro Display The first step in configuring the MagicInfo Pro display is to access the setup menu. The first step in configuring the MagicInfo Pro display is to access the setup menu. To do this, the user needs to close the MagicInfo Pro software running on the display’s computer, in order to show the Windows Desktop. To do this, the user needs to close the MagicInfo Pro software running on the display’s computer, in order to show the Windows Desktop. This can be achieved by pressing Alt+F12 or ESC on the keyboard. This can be achieved by pressing Alt+F12 or ESC on the keyboard.

14 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Configuring the MagicInfo Pro Display The MagicInfo Pro Setup utility is accessed through the globe icon near the clock, in the Windows Taskbar. The MagicInfo Pro Setup utility is accessed through the globe icon near the clock, in the Windows Taskbar.

15 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Configuring the MagicInfo Pro Display Right clicking the MagicInfo Pro globe icon will bring up a context menu of available setup options, as shown below. Right clicking the MagicInfo Pro globe icon will bring up a context menu of available setup options, as shown below. Left clicking on any option will bring up it’s associated MagicInfo Pro Setup menu in a new window. Left clicking on any option will bring up it’s associated MagicInfo Pro Setup menu in a new window. About: Displays version information for the MagicInfo Pro Client on the display. About: Displays version information for the MagicInfo Pro Client on the display. EWF: Brings up the Enhanced Write Filter controls. EWF: Brings up the Enhanced Write Filter controls. Password: Brings up the client password control. Password: Brings up the client password control. Setup: Brings up the main setup menu for the MagicInfo Pro Client Setup: Brings up the main setup menu for the MagicInfo Pro Client Rotation: Allows changing from landscape to portrait modes. Rotation: Allows changing from landscape to portrait modes. Exit: Closes the MagicInfo Pro Client completely. Exit: Closes the MagicInfo Pro Client completely.

16 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) is a utility that provides protection against setting changes to the display’s operating system. EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) is a utility that provides protection against setting changes to the display’s operating system. When enabled, no changes made to the client setup will be saved after reboot, unless those changes have been committed by the write filter program. When enabled, no changes made to the client setup will be saved after reboot, unless those changes have been committed by the write filter program. This filter should not be disabled unless absolutely necessary. This filter should not be disabled unless absolutely necessary. The EWF setup menu shows the current setting of the filter (enabled or disabled) as well as the command that will be performed on the next boot. The EWF setup menu shows the current setting of the filter (enabled or disabled) as well as the command that will be performed on the next boot. EWF – Enhanced Write Filter Setup

17 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL There are three commands available to the user for the EWF: There are three commands available to the user for the EWF: Disable and Restart: This will turn off the EWF and restart the PC. This is not recommended. Disable and Restart: This will turn off the EWF and restart the PC. This is not recommended. Enable and Restart: This will turn the EWF on, if it has been disabled, and restart the PC. Enable and Restart: This will turn the EWF on, if it has been disabled, and restart the PC. Commit: This will save any changed settings to the write filter. Commit: This will save any changed settings to the write filter. After any settings are changed, in order to retain those settings through reboot, the user must run this command. After any settings are changed, in order to retain those settings through reboot, the user must run this command. EWF – Enhanced Write Filter Setup

18 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Selecting Password will bring up the Password controls for the MagicInfo Pro client. Selecting Password will bring up the Password controls for the MagicInfo Pro client. This option allows the user to add, remove, or change the password for access to the MagicInfo Pro client. This option allows the user to add, remove, or change the password for access to the MagicInfo Pro client. To change the password, the original password must be entered into the Old Password box, and the new password should be entered into the New Password and Confirm Password boxes. To change the password, the original password must be entered into the Old Password box, and the new password should be entered into the New Password and Confirm Password boxes. Checking the Use Password Lock option will cause the client to require the password before allowing the user to access the setup menus. Checking the Use Password Lock option will cause the client to require the password before allowing the user to access the setup menus. Clicking OK will confirm any changes made. Cancel will reject any changes. Clicking OK will confirm any changes made. Cancel will reject any changes. Password Setup

19 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Setup The Setup option will allow the user to access the main configuration menu for the MagicInfo Pro client. From here, the network settings can be controlled, along with program and display options. The Setup option will allow the user to access the main configuration menu for the MagicInfo Pro client. From here, the network settings can be controlled, along with program and display options. After configuring all of these options as desired, the user must go back to the EWF menu and Commit the changes to the filter, or they will not be retained through reboot. After configuring all of these options as desired, the user must go back to the EWF menu and Commit the changes to the filter, or they will not be retained through reboot.

20 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL The Connection option will allow the user to configure MagicInfo Pro network options. The Connection option will allow the user to configure MagicInfo Pro network options. Schedule Server: This changes how the display will connect to MagicInfo Pro Servers. Schedule Server: This changes how the display will connect to MagicInfo Pro Servers. Selecting Automatic connection using server name will have the display automatically poll the network looking for the specified MagicInfo Pro server. Selecting Automatic connection using server name will have the display automatically poll the network looking for the specified MagicInfo Pro server. Note: Automatic connection is only used for a LAN configuration, and the server name must be exactly the same on the client and the host. Note: Automatic connection is only used for a LAN configuration, and the server name must be exactly the same on the client and the host. MagicInfo Pro Setup

21 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Checking Reconnect another server when disconnected will cause the display to search and reconnect if communication with the primary server is lost, and will connect to the secondary server. Checking Reconnect another server when disconnected will cause the display to search and reconnect if communication with the primary server is lost, and will connect to the secondary server. Selecting Direct connection via IP address allows the user to specify the IP address of the MagicInfo Pro server the display will be connecting to. Selecting Direct connection via IP address allows the user to specify the IP address of the MagicInfo Pro server the display will be connecting to. MagicInfo Pro Setup

22 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL The Content Server allows the user to have the display connect to a specific content server for multi-site configurations, by checking Connect content servers and specifying a Preferred and Alternate content server IP Address. The Content Server allows the user to have the display connect to a specific content server for multi-site configurations, by checking Connect content servers and specifying a Preferred and Alternate content server IP Address. Name allows the user to specify the name of the MagicInfo Pro Server it will be looking for on the network, and change the Client name, that the display will be called on the MagicInfo Pro network. Name allows the user to specify the name of the MagicInfo Pro Server it will be looking for on the network, and change the Client name, that the display will be called on the MagicInfo Pro network. MagicInfo Pro Setup

23 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Selecting Program brings up MagicInfo Pro program options: Selecting Program brings up MagicInfo Pro program options: Automatic Updates: This allows the user to specify updates to the client software. Automatic Updates: This allows the user to specify updates to the client software. They can be set to not update, update at a user selectable fixed time, or to update upon startup, each time the client computer boots. They can be set to not update, update at a user selectable fixed time, or to update upon startup, each time the client computer boots. MagicInfo Pro Setup

24 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Selecting Screen brings up MagicInfo Pro client display options: Selecting Screen brings up MagicInfo Pro client display options: Logo Screen controls the screen displayed when the MagicInfo Pro client does not have an active schedule to display and is idle. The user can select a background color, or specify a content file, such as a logo, to be used by the display. Logo Screen controls the screen displayed when the MagicInfo Pro client does not have an active schedule to display and is idle. The user can select a background color, or specify a content file, such as a logo, to be used by the display. Schedule Folder allows the user to specify which drive (internal storage or USB) the MagicInfo Pro client will download the schedule and content to, and how much space on that drive to use. Schedule Folder allows the user to specify which drive (internal storage or USB) the MagicInfo Pro client will download the schedule and content to, and how much space on that drive to use. MagicInfo Pro Setup

25 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Local Schedule allows the user to control how local playback of schedule files is handled. Local Schedule allows the user to control how local playback of schedule files is handled. The user can load a schedule file, and the associated content, onto a removable storage device (Thumb drive, USB hard drive, etc.) and have the display play it back without a network connection. The user can load a schedule file, and the associated content, onto a removable storage device (Thumb drive, USB hard drive, etc.) and have the display play it back without a network connection. Checking Copy and play from a removable disk will cause the display to copy the schedule to the display’s internal storage and play it back. Checking Copy and play from a removable disk will cause the display to copy the schedule to the display’s internal storage and play it back. Checking Play directly from a removable disk will cause the display to play directly off of removable storage when it is connected. Checking Play directly from a removable disk will cause the display to play directly off of removable storage when it is connected. MagicInfo Pro Setup

26 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Selecting Options brings up two MagicInfo Pro program options: Selecting Options brings up two MagicInfo Pro program options: Show loading screen before program start allows the user to turn on and off the MagicInfo Pro loading screen on Windows startup. Show loading screen before program start allows the user to turn on and off the MagicInfo Pro loading screen on Windows startup. Do not show system messages will disable all system messages that may display over the MagicInfo Pro client software. Do not show system messages will disable all system messages that may display over the MagicInfo Pro client software. MagicInfo Pro Setup

27 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Display Rotation Rotation allows the user to select the screen’s orientation. Rotation allows the user to select the screen’s orientation. There are two modes available: There are two modes available: Landscape: This is the “standard” orientation. Landscape: This is the “standard” orientation. Portrait: This will change the display’s operating system and MagicInfo Pro client into portrait mode. Portrait: This will change the display’s operating system and MagicInfo Pro client into portrait mode.

28 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Setting the Clock and Time Zone One final critical step in ensure the MagicInfo Pro display is set up, is to set the clock and time zone properly. One final critical step in ensure the MagicInfo Pro display is set up, is to set the clock and time zone properly. The display will ship from the factory configured as GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), and must be set to the local time and zone, to ensure proper schedule function. The display will ship from the factory configured as GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), and must be set to the local time and zone, to ensure proper schedule function. If this is not done, the display will not show scheduled content at the required time. If this is not done, the display will not show scheduled content at the required time. To access the clock and time zone settings, close MagicInfo Pro by pressing ALT + F12 or ESC, and then double click the Windows clock, in the taskbar. To access the clock and time zone settings, close MagicInfo Pro by pressing ALT + F12 or ESC, and then double click the Windows clock, in the taskbar.

29 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Setting the Clock and Time Zone Double clicking the clock will display the date and time settings window. Double clicking the clock will display the date and time settings window. From here, the user can adjust the system time and date. For proper function of the scheduling system, they must be correctly set. From here, the user can adjust the system time and date. For proper function of the scheduling system, they must be correctly set.

30 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Setting the Clock and Time Zone Clicking the time zone tab will allow the user to set the correct time zone for the displays location. For proper function of the scheduling system, it must be correctly set. Clicking the time zone tab will allow the user to set the correct time zone for the displays location. For proper function of the scheduling system, it must be correctly set.

31 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding Codecs and Players Additional codecs or MS Office viewers may be required for content playback. Additional codecs or MS Office viewers may be required for content playback. They need to be installed on the display prior to its first use. They need to be installed on the display prior to its first use. Some examples of these Office viewers and codecs may be: Some examples of these Office viewers and codecs may be: Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer Microsoft Word Viewer Microsoft Word Viewer Adobe Flash Player Adobe Flash Player MPEG / DIVX MPEG / DIVX

32 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding Codecs and Players To install a codec or Office viewer, the user must first close MagicInfo Pro. This can be done by pressing ALT+F12 or ESC on the keyboard. To install a codec or Office viewer, the user must first close MagicInfo Pro. This can be done by pressing ALT+F12 or ESC on the keyboard. The codec or Office viewer reader should be either downloaded directly to the display through the Internet, or transferred via USB. The codec or Office viewer reader should be either downloaded directly to the display through the Internet, or transferred via USB. From here, the installation process is the same as it would be on any PC running Windows XP. From here, the installation process is the same as it would be on any PC running Windows XP. Follow the on screen directions provided by the manufacturer of the software. Follow the on screen directions provided by the manufacturer of the software. Note: After installation of the codec or Office viewer, the user must commit this change to the O/S through the EWF commit feature. Note: After installation of the codec or Office viewer, the user must commit this change to the O/S through the EWF commit feature.

33 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL VNC Control Once the Magic Info Pro display has been configured and installed, a utility called VNC (Virtual Network Control) has been included on the display’s client computer, to allow for remote control of that PC. Once the Magic Info Pro display has been configured and installed, a utility called VNC (Virtual Network Control) has been included on the display’s client computer, to allow for remote control of that PC. It will no longer be necessary to physically connect a keyboard and mouse to the display, or be present at it’s location. It will no longer be necessary to physically connect a keyboard and mouse to the display, or be present at it’s location.

34 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL VNC Control Launching VNC is accomplished through the MagicInfo Pro server scheduler, by right clicking the desired display, and selecting Remote Access. Launching VNC is accomplished through the MagicInfo Pro server scheduler, by right clicking the desired display, and selecting Remote Access.

35 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL VNC Control Once logged into the VNC Client, the user will be presented with the current template on the display or the MagicInfo Pro default image. Once logged into the VNC Client, the user will be presented with the current template on the display or the MagicInfo Pro default image. From here, use the ALT+F12 or ESC command to access the displays desktop. From here, use the ALT+F12 or ESC command to access the displays desktop. Note: When finished with the VNC, the user must restart the MagicInfo Pro application before exiting the VNC. Note: When finished with the VNC, the user must restart the MagicInfo Pro application before exiting the VNC. With the VNC the user can operate the MagicInfo Pro display computer exactly as if the user was physically at the display, controlling it via a keyboard and mouse. With the VNC the user can operate the MagicInfo Pro display computer exactly as if the user was physically at the display, controlling it via a keyboard and mouse. VNC is used to view the display content / templates remotely and for configuration or installing codecs and Office viewers. VNC is used to view the display content / templates remotely and for configuration or installing codecs and Office viewers. Note: VNC will not display the first video window content, however, additional windows with video content will be displayed. Note: VNC will not display the first video window content, however, additional windows with video content will be displayed.

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37 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Server Software All control, content, and scheduling is performed within the MagicInfo Pro Server software previously installed. All control, content, and scheduling is performed within the MagicInfo Pro Server software previously installed. Before the user can operate the server software, they must log in to the program. Before the user can operate the server software, they must log in to the program.

38 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Logging into the MagicInfo Pro Server Upon program launch, the user will be presented with the MagicInfo Pro server software’s main screen. Upon program launch, the user will be presented with the MagicInfo Pro server software’s main screen. From here, the user will be able to log into the server software, and from there, begin creating content templates and schedules to be used by the digital signage system. From here, the user will be able to log into the server software, and from there, begin creating content templates and schedules to be used by the digital signage system. Please note, that until the user has logged in, all other options EXCEPT log in will be grayed out, and unavailable. Please note, that until the user has logged in, all other options EXCEPT log in will be grayed out, and unavailable.

39 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Logging into the Server To log in, click on File, then Log In. To log in, click on File, then Log In.

40 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL After selecting Log In, the server will display the log in window. After selecting Log In, the server will display the log in window. This window has two fields, Username, and Password. This window has two fields, Username, and Password. Initially, there will be only one username and password available within the server. Initially, there will be only one username and password available within the server. Additional accounts may be created later. Additional accounts may be created later. All the available usernames can be shown by clicking the down arrow next to the username field. All the available usernames can be shown by clicking the down arrow next to the username field. The main account will be called Administrator. The main account will be called Administrator. The password to this account is the one the user created during the server software installation. The password to this account is the one the user created during the server software installation. Clicking OK will log in the account. Clicking OK will log in the account. Logging into the Server

41 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL If the username and password are accepted, the server will notify the user of successful log in. If the username and password are accepted, the server will notify the user of successful log in. Now that the user is logged in, they can begin using the software. Now that the user is logged in, they can begin using the software. If this is the first time the software has been run, the next step is to select the proper network device the server will use to communicate with the network. If this is the first time the software has been run, the next step is to select the proper network device the server will use to communicate with the network. If this has been done already, the user may begin creating and scheduling templates. If this has been done already, the user may begin creating and scheduling templates. Note: After log in, additional grayed out options are now available for use. Note: After log in, additional grayed out options are now available for use. Logging into the Server

42 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Selecting the Network Interface As previously mentioned, the first time the Server software is run, the user must set which network interface the PC will use to communicate with the MagicInfo Pro displays. As previously mentioned, the first time the Server software is run, the user must set which network interface the PC will use to communicate with the MagicInfo Pro displays. This can be done by clicking on Tools, then Option. This can be done by clicking on Tools, then Option. This will bring up the MagicInfo Pro Server software options menu. This will bring up the MagicInfo Pro Server software options menu. The General tab should be displayed by default. The General tab should be displayed by default.

43 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL On the General tab, there is a setting called Network Device. On the General tab, there is a setting called Network Device. Clicking on the field next to it will display a down arrow button. Clicking on the field next to it will display a down arrow button. Clicking the down arrow will display a list of the available network interfaces for this server PC. Clicking the down arrow will display a list of the available network interfaces for this server PC. Click the appropriate network interface to select it. Click the appropriate network interface to select it. Once done, click OK to accept. Once done, click OK to accept. Now, and only now, the server is ready to communicate with the display. Now, and only now, the server is ready to communicate with the display. Selecting the Network Interface

44 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Now the user must configure the Network Connection type the server will use. Now the user must configure the Network Connection type the server will use. Select either Automatic or Direct depending the type of network installed. Select either Automatic or Direct depending the type of network installed. This setting should match how the displays are configured. This setting should match how the displays are configured. Selecting the Network Interface

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46 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL The MagicInfo Pro Library The next part of creating a MagicInfo Pro digital signage network, is to register the desired content with the MagicInfo Pro library. The next part of creating a MagicInfo Pro digital signage network, is to register the desired content with the MagicInfo Pro library. The MagicInfo Pro library is the content management portion of the MagicInfo Pro Server. The MagicInfo Pro library is the content management portion of the MagicInfo Pro Server. It is the part of the program that makes the content the user registers available to the template creator within the server software, by showing the server software where the content is located on the PC. It is the part of the program that makes the content the user registers available to the template creator within the server software, by showing the server software where the content is located on the PC. Any content that is intended to be transmitted over the MagicInfo Pro network must be first registered into the library. Any content that is intended to be transmitted over the MagicInfo Pro network must be first registered into the library.

47 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL The MagicInfo Pro Library Please note that the MagicInfo Pro Library register function does not move or copy content in any way. It merely keeps a record of the content’s location on the server PC. Please note that the MagicInfo Pro Library register function does not move or copy content in any way. It merely keeps a record of the content’s location on the server PC. If the user moves the content from folder to folder, or to another drive, they must remove the content files from the library and re-register them in their new location. If the user moves the content from folder to folder, or to another drive, they must remove the content files from the library and re-register them in their new location.

48 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Opening the MagicInfo Pro Library The MagicInfo Pro Library can be accessed by clicking on the first icon in the toolbar of the MagicInfo Pro Server. The MagicInfo Pro Library can be accessed by clicking on the first icon in the toolbar of the MagicInfo Pro Server. Clicking this icon will display the MagicInfo Pro Library window. Clicking this icon will display the MagicInfo Pro Library window.

49 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Opening the MagicInfo Pro Library The MagicInfo Pro Library window is divided into two parts. The MagicInfo Pro Library window is divided into two parts. The left hand side is the folder explorer. The left hand side is the folder explorer. The right hand side displays files accessed through the folders on the left. The right hand side displays files accessed through the folders on the left. The folder explorer is broken into two segments. The folder explorer is broken into two segments. The upper area is the Desktop file explorer, used for importing content into the library. The upper area is the Desktop file explorer, used for importing content into the library. The lower area is the Library file explorer, used for managing content imported into the library. The lower area is the Library file explorer, used for managing content imported into the library.

50 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Importing Content into the MagicInfo Pro Library The user can import any content that is present on the server PC. The user can import any content that is present on the server PC. This can be accomplished by using the file explorer portion of the MagicInfo Pro Library window to navigate to the content’s location. This can be accomplished by using the file explorer portion of the MagicInfo Pro Library window to navigate to the content’s location.

51 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Importing Content into the MagicInfo Pro Library To add a file to the library, it must be imported. To add a file to the library, it must be imported. To import a file into the library, simply right click on it, and select Send to Library from the menu that appears. To import a file into the library, simply right click on it, and select Send to Library from the menu that appears. Multiple files can be selected at once by CTRL + left clicking them, or by using Shift + left click. Multiple files can be selected at once by CTRL + left clicking them, or by using Shift + left click. They can then be added to the library using the same right click menu, by clicking Send to Library. They can then be added to the library using the same right click menu, by clicking Send to Library.

52 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Once a file is told to be imported, the library will perform the import, and provide a readout in the lower portion of the window, showing the status of the import. Once a file is told to be imported, the library will perform the import, and provide a readout in the lower portion of the window, showing the status of the import. If an error occurs in the import process, it will be displayed here. If an error occurs in the import process, it will be displayed here. Importing Content into the MagicInfo Pro Library

53 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Browsing the MagicInfo Pro Library Now that content has been imported, it is possible to browse the library, to see all available content that is open to be used for MagicInfo Pro templates. Now that content has been imported, it is possible to browse the library, to see all available content that is open to be used for MagicInfo Pro templates. Clicking on Library will bring up an overview of the main content types, as well as how many of each file is present in the library. Clicking on Library will bring up an overview of the main content types, as well as how many of each file is present in the library. The user can look at each file type individually by selecting it, which will show the actual files of that type currently in the library. The user can look at each file type individually by selecting it, which will show the actual files of that type currently in the library.

54 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Browsing the MagicInfo Pro Library Selecting the Office file type will show an overview of all Office content available in the library. Selecting the Office file type will show an overview of all Office content available in the library. Clicking the plus icon next to Office will expand the menu to show each file type. Selecting each one will show all files of that type available. Clicking the plus icon next to Office will expand the menu to show each file type. Selecting each one will show all files of that type available.

55 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Browsing the MagicInfo Pro Library Selecting the Screen file type will allow the user to browse saved MagicInfo Pro templates, available to the server. Selecting the Screen file type will allow the user to browse saved MagicInfo Pro templates, available to the server.

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57 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Screen Templates All content distribution in MagicInfo Pro is based around a screen template. All content distribution in MagicInfo Pro is based around a screen template. Screen templates are files that the user creates, showing the MagicInfo Pro system what content should be displayed, in what configuration, and in what layout. Screen templates are files that the user creates, showing the MagicInfo Pro system what content should be displayed, in what configuration, and in what layout. Any content to be distributed out to the MagicInfo Pro displays must be part of a screen template. Any content to be distributed out to the MagicInfo Pro displays must be part of a screen template. The MagicInfo Pro Server has a built in template creation system, that the user can utilize to make these files, save them, and then take them into the schedule creation system for distribution. The MagicInfo Pro Server has a built in template creation system, that the user can utilize to make these files, save them, and then take them into the schedule creation system for distribution.

58 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Creating a MagicInfo Pro Template The template creator is accessible through the second button on the server software’s toolbar. The template creator is accessible through the second button on the server software’s toolbar. Clicking this button will display the Screen Template creator window. Clicking this button will display the Screen Template creator window.

59 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL The Screen Template creator window is made up of three sections: The Screen Template creator window is made up of three sections: The left section displays the windows placed into the screen templates. The left section displays the windows placed into the screen templates. These windows are called areas. These windows are called areas. The right section shows the screen template. The right section shows the screen template. This will display all the various windows that have been created, and their layout. This will display all the various windows that have been created, and their layout. This can also display previews of these windows. This can also display previews of these windows. The lower section will display all relevant settings when a particular window is selected, and allow editing of these settings. The lower section will display all relevant settings when a particular window is selected, and allow editing of these settings. Creating a MagicInfo Pro Template

60 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background The first window that will be displayed, is the background. This is created by default when a new template is opened. The first window that will be displayed, is the background. This is created by default when a new template is opened. The default is a plain black field. However, many different options are available through the left hand section of the template creator. The default is a plain black field. However, many different options are available through the left hand section of the template creator. Left clicking any of the categories under background will display those options in the lower section of the window. Left clicking any of the categories under background will display those options in the lower section of the window.

61 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background Area: Area: Area is the first option under background. Area is the first option under background. It controls the name of the object (By default called Background) and the background resolution. It controls the name of the object (By default called Background) and the background resolution. The resolution is used to select which model screen will be used, and whether it is portrait or landscape. The resolution is used to select which model screen will be used, and whether it is portrait or landscape. Note: Native mode for the display model being used must be selected. The user can change the default resolution in the Options menu. Note: Native mode for the display model being used must be selected. The user can change the default resolution in the Options menu. To change settings, double click on the Value setting that corresponds to the Item the user wishes to change. To change settings, double click on the Value setting that corresponds to the Item the user wishes to change.

62 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background Screen Screen This option under Background allows the user to control the content of the background window. This option under Background allows the user to control the content of the background window. The user can set the color of the background, change it to a photo file or slideshow, or display an external source. The user can set the color of the background, change it to a photo file or slideshow, or display an external source. There are browsers under Screen to allow the user to see all assigned photo files. This can be accessed by clicking the plus icon next to Screen. There are browsers under Screen to allow the user to see all assigned photo files. This can be accessed by clicking the plus icon next to Screen.

63 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background Screen Screen If the user wants to run a full screen external source, such as HDMI, the Type should be set to Source List, and under the Source List option, the appropriate source should be selected. If the user wants to run a full screen external source, such as HDMI, the Type should be set to Source List, and under the Source List option, the appropriate source should be selected.

64 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background Screen Screen There is an additional option present as a source available only for the background. The option Panel Off is used to schedule the display to be off for a desired period of time. There is an additional option present as a source available only for the background. The option Panel Off is used to schedule the display to be off for a desired period of time. For example, the user wishes the display to be off from 6PM to 10AM. The user would need to schedule a Panel Off template for that time period. For example, the user wishes the display to be off from 6PM to 10AM. The user would need to schedule a Panel Off template for that time period. This Panel Off command is the only way to turn the panel off and on via the schedule system. This Panel Off command is the only way to turn the panel off and on via the schedule system. A unique template must be created containing the panel off function. A unique template must be created containing the panel off function. Note: This will not turn off the displays client PC. This merely shuts down the LCD panel and puts the display into a “sleep” mode. Sending it new content, or a text message will immediately bring the screen back into an on state. Note: This will not turn off the displays client PC. This merely shuts down the LCD panel and puts the display into a “sleep” mode. Sending it new content, or a text message will immediately bring the screen back into an on state.

65 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background Music: Music: This option allows the user to set background music from MP3 files within the library. This option allows the user to set background music from MP3 files within the library. The sound can be turned on or off, music files chosen, and volume selected. More than one music file can be added at once. They can be set to repeat, or simply play once. The sound can be turned on or off, music files chosen, and volume selected. More than one music file can be added at once. They can be set to repeat, or simply play once. Music also has an expanded viewer, from clicking the plus icon, called Music File. This displays a list of all the currently added background music files. Music also has an expanded viewer, from clicking the plus icon, called Music File. This displays a list of all the currently added background music files.

66 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Screen Background Effect: Effect: Effect is the final option under Background. This is used for assigning special effects to the background. Effect is the final option under Background. This is used for assigning special effects to the background. Effect type, speed, direction and size can be set here. Effect type, speed, direction and size can be set here.

67 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding Content to a Screen Layout Now that the user has configured the template background, various content windows can be defined. Now that the user has configured the template background, various content windows can be defined. This is where the creativity of the user comes into play. The initial impression may be to consider this window based system as confining, but the use of layering and different content types can provide many options to enhance the appearance of the digital signage content. This is where the creativity of the user comes into play. The initial impression may be to consider this window based system as confining, but the use of layering and different content types can provide many options to enhance the appearance of the digital signage content. Also, embedding content within other types, such as adding items to a webpage for the system to display, or incorporating items into a video for full screen playback can be used. Also, embedding content within other types, such as adding items to a webpage for the system to display, or incorporating items into a video for full screen playback can be used.

68 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding Content to a Screen Layout To add content windows to the screen background, simply right click on the background window. This will bring up a menu. To add content windows to the screen background, simply right click on the background window. This will bring up a menu. Moving the cursor over the Area command, will bring up a menu of content choices. Moving the cursor over the Area command, will bring up a menu of content choices.

69 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding Content to a Screen Layout Left clicking on one of the content choices will allow the user to “draw” a box for the content window. The cursor will become a cross shape, and by left clicking and dragging, the user can define the space the content window will take up. Left clicking on one of the content choices will allow the user to “draw” a box for the content window. The cursor will become a cross shape, and by left clicking and dragging, the user can define the space the content window will take up.

70 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding Content to a Screen Layout Each type of content will have its own set of options, much like the background window does. Each type of content will have its own set of options, much like the background window does. The following slides will highlight how these options function for the Photo window type. The following slides will highlight how these options function for the Photo window type. However, all content types work in a similar manner, with menus laid out in the same way. However, all content types work in a similar manner, with menus laid out in the same way.

71 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Content Area Options To access a windows options, left click it in the left hand section of the screen template creator window. To access a windows options, left click it in the left hand section of the screen template creator window.

72 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Content Area Options Area: Area: Area is the first option under Photo. It controls the Name of the window (By default called Photo and a number) the size (in Width and Height by pixels), and the position on screen (In numbers of pixels distance from the Left and Top of the screen). Duration can also be set here. This will control the length this photo is shown. Area is the first option under Photo. It controls the Name of the window (By default called Photo and a number) the size (in Width and Height by pixels), and the position on screen (In numbers of pixels distance from the Left and Top of the screen). Duration can also be set here. This will control the length this photo is shown. To change settings, double click on the Value setting that corresponds to the Item the user wishes to change. To change settings, double click on the Value setting that corresponds to the Item the user wishes to change.

73 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Content Area Options Screen Screen This option under Photo allows the user to control the content of the photo window. This option under Photo allows the user to control the content of the photo window. The user can set the Photo File to be displayed. Multiple photos can be set to run as a slide show, and the Time Interval at which they change can be set in seconds. The user can set the Photo File to be displayed. Multiple photos can be set to run as a slide show, and the Time Interval at which they change can be set in seconds. There is a browser under Screen to allow the user to see all assigned photo files. They can be accessed by clicking the plus icon next to Screen. There is a browser under Screen to allow the user to see all assigned photo files. They can be accessed by clicking the plus icon next to Screen.

74 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Content Area Options Background Background This option under Photo allows the user to set a background color or photo file, to be displayed if the actual photo file content is smaller in terms of pixel size than the window itself. This option under Photo allows the user to set a background color or photo file, to be displayed if the actual photo file content is smaller in terms of pixel size than the window itself. From here, the transparency of the photo can be controlled, as well as if the user wishes to define background music attached to this item. From here, the transparency of the photo can be controlled, as well as if the user wishes to define background music attached to this item. There are browsers under Background to allow the user to see all assigned photo or office files. They can be accessed by clicking the plus icon next to Background. There are browsers under Background to allow the user to see all assigned photo or office files. They can be accessed by clicking the plus icon next to Background.

75 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Content Area Options Background Background On this screen, there is an option called Aspect Ratio. This allows the user to control how a picture is displayed. On this screen, there is an option called Aspect Ratio. This allows the user to control how a picture is displayed. Full will have the photo size to fit within the photo window Full will have the photo size to fit within the photo window This will scale the photo to fit the window at all times, if it is larger, or smaller. This will scale the photo to fit the window at all times, if it is larger, or smaller. Original will keep the photo at it’s own native resolution displayed all, or in part, within the photo window. Original will keep the photo at it’s own native resolution displayed all, or in part, within the photo window. If using Original, a background of some sort should be defined, as it will be seen if the photo is smaller than the photo window. If using Original, a background of some sort should be defined, as it will be seen if the photo is smaller than the photo window. A larger photo than the photo window will only show a portion of the photo, from the top left corner, until it fills beyond the photo window. A larger photo than the photo window will only show a portion of the photo, from the top left corner, until it fills beyond the photo window.

76 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Effect: Effect: Effect is the final option under Photo. This is used for assigning special effects to the photo. Effect is the final option under Photo. This is used for assigning special effects to the photo. Effect type, speed, direction and size can be set here. Effect type, speed, direction and size can be set here. Note: Effects will ONLY be seen in full screen preview mode of the whole template, not in the double click preview mode for that window. Note: Effects will ONLY be seen in full screen preview mode of the whole template, not in the double click preview mode for that window. Content Area Options

77 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Adding an External Source to a Template The user may add an external source (HDMI, component video, etc.) within a window inside a template. There are several properties to note with the Source content type: The user may add an external source (HDMI, component video, etc.) within a window inside a template. There are several properties to note with the Source content type: Only 1 source type can be displayed at once. The software allows for the user to add multiple source windows, but only the last added window will display it’s contents. The rest will remain black. Only 1 source type can be displayed at once. The software allows for the user to add multiple source windows, but only the last added window will display it’s contents. The rest will remain black. Source windows will not allow for any items to be laid over them. Source windows will not allow for any items to be laid over them. If the user wishes to schedule a full screen source, it is best to create a new template, and designate the background as that source, using the Background/Screen options. If the user wishes to schedule a full screen source, it is best to create a new template, and designate the background as that source, using the Background/Screen options.

78 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Previewing a Template in Full Screen The user can view individual content areas by double clicking on them. The user can view individual content areas by double clicking on them. However, a full screen preview mode is also available. This will display the template as the MagicInfo Pro display will see it, in the actual resolution used by the display. However, a full screen preview mode is also available. This will display the template as the MagicInfo Pro display will see it, in the actual resolution used by the display. Preview Screen mode can be activated by clicking the Preview Screen button icon in the server software toolbar. Preview Screen mode can be activated by clicking the Preview Screen button icon in the server software toolbar.

79 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Previewing a Template in Full Screen Please note, that the preview display will show the template at the native resolution the template is designed for. Please note, that the preview display will show the template at the native resolution the template is designed for. This means that the user needs to take the MagicInfo Pro template resolution into account when selecting a desktop monitor to preview the templates on. This means that the user needs to take the MagicInfo Pro template resolution into account when selecting a desktop monitor to preview the templates on. A 1920x1200 screen resolution is recommended to allow the entire preview to be seen at once for 1080 native MagicInfo Pro templates. A 1920x1200 screen resolution is recommended to allow the entire preview to be seen at once for 1080 native MagicInfo Pro templates. A lesser screen resolution will result in the preview mode being cut off. A lesser screen resolution will result in the preview mode being cut off.

80 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Saving a Template Now that the user has created a template for content, it must be saved, to make it available to the scheduling system. Now that the user has created a template for content, it must be saved, to make it available to the scheduling system. The user can save templates by clicking the Save button icon in the server software toolbar. The user can save templates by clicking the Save button icon in the server software toolbar. Note: Templates must be saved before they can be published or edits sent! Note: Templates must be saved before they can be published or edits sent!

81 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Saving a Template If the user wants to edit an existing template, a menu of previously saved templates can be accessed via the Open Screen button icon on the server software toolbar. If the user wants to edit an existing template, a menu of previously saved templates can be accessed via the Open Screen button icon on the server software toolbar. Before publishing this edited template, the user must save the changes and replace the template in the schedule if that template is not already scheduled. Before publishing this edited template, the user must save the changes and replace the template in the schedule if that template is not already scheduled.

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83 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Scheduler Now that a template has been created from content imported into the Library, the user is ready to begin scheduling content to be sent over the network, and publish that content out to the display(s) present on the network. Now that a template has been created from content imported into the Library, the user is ready to begin scheduling content to be sent over the network, and publish that content out to the display(s) present on the network. MagicInfo Pro has a complete scheduling system integrated into the server software. MagicInfo Pro has a complete scheduling system integrated into the server software.

84 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Scheduler The schedule system for MagicInfo Pro can be accessed through the third icon in the server software toolbar. The schedule system for MagicInfo Pro can be accessed through the third icon in the server software toolbar. Clicking this icon will display the Schedule window. Clicking this icon will display the Schedule window.

85 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Scheduler Clicking the Schedule button will display the Schedule window. From here the user can control the scheduled content for the entire network. Clicking the Schedule button will display the Schedule window. From here the user can control the scheduled content for the entire network. Content can be added, removed, and play times set with repetition. Content can be added, removed, and play times set with repetition.

86 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL MagicInfo Pro Scheduler The window is divided into three sections. The window is divided into three sections. The left section allows the user to browse all connected displays, see the content scheduled for each, and control them individually. The left section allows the user to browse all connected displays, see the content scheduled for each, and control them individually. The right area displays the schedule times and options for the selected displays. The right area displays the schedule times and options for the selected displays. The lower section shows the status of each connected display. The lower section shows the status of each connected display.

87 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content Now that the user has created and saved a content template, it can be scheduled to display out over the network, to any combination of available displays. Now that the user has created and saved a content template, it can be scheduled to display out over the network, to any combination of available displays. To distribute content via the scheduling system, the user must first select the display they want to schedule /publish the template to, then add the saved screen template to the schedule. To distribute content via the scheduling system, the user must first select the display they want to schedule /publish the template to, then add the saved screen template to the schedule. This is done by right clicking on the schedule area in the appropriate date and time in the right section of the window, bringing up a menu. This is done by right clicking on the schedule area in the appropriate date and time in the right section of the window, bringing up a menu.

88 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content Left clicking the Add command will bring up a dialog, allowing the user to select which saved template they wish to schedule. Left clicking the Add command will bring up a dialog, allowing the user to select which saved template they wish to schedule.

89 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content Once a template file has been selected, the scheduling system will put it into the schedule at the default time of 30 minutes. Once a template file has been selected, the scheduling system will put it into the schedule at the default time of 30 minutes. This will be shown through a colored bar appearing in the schedule grid. This will be shown through a colored bar appearing in the schedule grid.

90 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content The user can control the duration the content will be displayed, as well as scheduling it to repeat on a daily, weekly, or monthly cycle. The user can control the duration the content will be displayed, as well as scheduling it to repeat on a daily, weekly, or monthly cycle. This can be done through a set of manual inputs, or by double clicking and dragging the colored bar. This can be done through a set of manual inputs, or by double clicking and dragging the colored bar.

91 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content The upper left portion of the window allows the user to select which of the MagicInfo Pro displays schedule will be shown. The upper left portion of the window allows the user to select which of the MagicInfo Pro displays schedule will be shown. All available displays on the network will appear here. Each display can be scheduled independently, by clicking on it’s name, and putting the schedule in as described. All available displays on the network will appear here. Each display can be scheduled independently, by clicking on it’s name, and putting the schedule in as described. Clicking the Network group will allow the user to configure a schedule to be sent to all displays. Clicking the Network group will allow the user to configure a schedule to be sent to all displays.

92 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content The user can also create groups to help with organizing displays. The user can also create groups to help with organizing displays. When the group name is clicked, the entire group can have it’s schedule configured at once. When the group name is clicked, the entire group can have it’s schedule configured at once. To create a group, right click Network, and left click New Group. To create a group, right click Network, and left click New Group.

93 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Scheduling Content To rename the group, double click on it’s name, and retype it. To rename the group, double click on it’s name, and retype it. Displays can be added to the group by dragging and dropping them onto the group name. Displays can be added to the group by dragging and dropping them onto the group name.

94 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Publishing a Schedule to the Network Before the MagicInfo Pro displays can display the scheduled content, the user defined schedule must be published out to the network. Before the MagicInfo Pro displays can display the scheduled content, the user defined schedule must be published out to the network. Publishing performs three actions. One, it distributes the schedule file, that tells the displays how to handle the content. Two, it sends out the template file. Three, it transmits the content to the display’s internal storage for playback. Publishing performs three actions. One, it distributes the schedule file, that tells the displays how to handle the content. Two, it sends out the template file. Three, it transmits the content to the display’s internal storage for playback. To publish, first check the box next to the display to receive the schedule, at the bottom monitor /selection area of the window. To publish, first check the box next to the display to receive the schedule, at the bottom monitor /selection area of the window. Then left click the Network Publish button icon on the server software toolbar. - Then left click the Network Publish button icon on the server software toolbar. -

95 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Publishing a Schedule to the Network Once a publish command is issued, the status will be displayed in the lower section of the window, in the grid showing the monitor names. Once a publish command is issued, the status will be displayed in the lower section of the window, in the grid showing the monitor names. The display’s available storage, the size of the content to be published, and the status of the publish will all be shown. The display’s available storage, the size of the content to be published, and the status of the publish will all be shown. If the publish is successful, the status bar will turn green, and notify the user. If the publish is successful, the status bar will turn green, and notify the user. If there is an error, it will be displayed in the result area. If there is an error, it will be displayed in the result area.

96 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Saving a Schedule A user defined schedule may be saved as a file, for redistribution manually, or for later use. A user defined schedule may be saved as a file, for redistribution manually, or for later use. To save a configured schedule, click the Save Schedule button icon on the server software toolbar. To save a configured schedule, click the Save Schedule button icon on the server software toolbar.

97 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Clearing a Schedule If the user wishes to erase a current schedule off of a running display, they can click the desired display’s name in the lower section of the window, and click the Clean Schedule button on the server software toolbar. If the user wishes to erase a current schedule off of a running display, they can click the desired display’s name in the lower section of the window, and click the Clean Schedule button on the server software toolbar.

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99 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Remote Display Management Within the server software is the Remote Management function. This is an advanced version of Samsung’s MDC or Multiple Display Control software. Within the server software is the Remote Management function. This is an advanced version of Samsung’s MDC or Multiple Display Control software. The Remote Management system can be accessed by left clicking the fourth icon in the server software toolbar. The Remote Management system can be accessed by left clicking the fourth icon in the server software toolbar.

100 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Remote Display Management From within the Remote Management, any display control available from the remote or through the on screen menus is available. From within the Remote Management, any display control available from the remote or through the on screen menus is available. Note: These functions must be done in real time, they cannot be scheduled or automated. Note: These functions must be done in real time, they cannot be scheduled or automated.

101 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Remote Display Management The user can also monitor the display and client PC health from the Remote Management window. The user can also monitor the display and client PC health from the Remote Management window. From the Diagnosis option, the display’s lamp, fan, and temperature status can be monitored. From the Diagnosis option, the display’s lamp, fan, and temperature status can be monitored. The display’s Max Temperature is the user controlled safety setting that will shut down the display when it reaches the specified temperature. The display’s Max Temperature is the user controlled safety setting that will shut down the display when it reaches the specified temperature.

102 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Remote Display Management If a display malfunctions, an Alert will notify the user of the issue, to allow it to be corrected. This will be shown in the toolbar of the server software, as the Alert icon. If a display malfunctions, an Alert will notify the user of the issue, to allow it to be corrected. This will be shown in the toolbar of the server software, as the Alert icon.

103 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Real Time Text Messaging MagicInfo Pro offers the ability for a user to issue a real time text message out to the network, in any combination of displays. MagicInfo Pro offers the ability for a user to issue a real time text message out to the network, in any combination of displays. The Message control can be accessed by left clicking the Message icon on the server software toolbar. The Message control can be accessed by left clicking the Message icon on the server software toolbar. Note: This message will be overlaid over whatever content is currently running on screen. These functions cannot be scheduled, and must be done manually, in real time. c Note: This message will be overlaid over whatever content is currently running on screen. These functions cannot be scheduled, and must be done manually, in real time. c

104 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Real Time Text Messaging The user can use the list of available MagicInfo Pro displays on the left hand side to select which displays will run the real time message. The user can use the list of available MagicInfo Pro displays on the left hand side to select which displays will run the real time message. Each display that needs to show the text message should be checked. Each display that needs to show the text message should be checked. If the message is to be sent to all displays, the box for Network should be checked. If the message is to be sent to all displays, the box for Network should be checked.

105 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL Real Time Text Messaging From the lower right, the user can control positioning of the text message, font options and colors, background colors, transparency, message length, and content. From the lower right, the user can control positioning of the text message, font options and colors, background colors, transparency, message length, and content.

106 Change | Challenge | Create © 2012 Samsung Electronics America - CONFIDENTIAL For Additional Information… With the network publish complete, the MagicInfo Pro digital signage system is now up and running! With the network publish complete, the MagicInfo Pro digital signage system is now up and running! If you have further questions, or need additional help in configuring or operating the MagicInfo Pro system, please contact your sales representative for assistance. If you have further questions, or need additional help in configuring or operating the MagicInfo Pro system, please contact your sales representative for assistance.

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