Multizone Layouts in Digital Signage allow the screen to be divided into multiple zones, each capable of displaying different content concurrently. This allows a more flexible and engaging presentation of information. In the first phase of our multizone release, we will be providing one and two-zone layouts.
Multizone content is limited to only widgets, images, slides and PowerPoint Web in v3.8. Additional content and filetypes will be available in the second half of 2024.
Prerequisites
Boxes must be running firmware version 3.8 or higher
The IT Admin or Signage Admin role must be assigned to configure Multizone
Configuring Layouts in signage
Head to Signage in the Vivi Central portal and click on ‘Create Signage Schedule’:
You can now select your preferred layout zone. Options available are One Zone, Two Zone-Left, Two Zone- Right.
In a two-zone layout, we support playlists, media files (including Google Slides), widgets widgets, images, slides, ppt or templates in the larger window. We also offer the clock or weather widget in the widget window.
You can remove items by clicking on the top right red ‘bin’ icon. You can also switch the preview to portrait mode by selecting the 'Portrait Preview' toggle:
By clicking ‘Next’, you can select the Signage Schedule destination:
You can select existing Rooms and Locations, Destinations or Create a New Destination:
By clicking on 'Next', you can now schedule the signage as per your requirements.
The final step presents an overview of all selections made, including the chosen layout, content assignments, destination, and scheduling details. This summary allows for a final review and confirmation, ensuring accuracy before the digital signage goes live.
Multizone signage does not fully occupy the screen due to the need to preserve the image's aspect ratio. As a result, space is required at the top and bottom when a widget is added to the side.