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Synchronizing Screens with Playback Modes: Sync, Unsync and Device Time
Synchronizing Screens with Playback Modes: Sync, Unsync and Device Time

This article will cover the Sync and Unsync setting, which allows for your to synchronize your content across your screens.

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Syncing and unsyncing content on screens allows you to control what your audience sees, whether you want uniformity across all displays or tailored messages on specific screens. Understanding these options can help you optimize your digital signage for better communication and flexibility.

You can find the option to sync your screens playback under the Settings > Playback > Playback Mode of an individual screen. The available options are to Sync, Unsync or set to Device Time.

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i) Sync: This mode keeps your screens in sync with each other when playing the same content, such as a playlist or channel, across your screens. Please note that you must have the exact same playlist or channel playing on each screen.

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ii) Unsync: This mode will play your content from the beginning each time and won't keep this screen in sync with others. Use this if you don't want your screens playing the same channel or playlist to be playing their content in exact unison.

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iii) Device Time: This mode synchronizes screens based on the device's system time, rather than the server time. This mode is best suited for SCOS devices with a reliable NTP server, as it may result in unsynchronized periods otherwise.

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To see how these settings works, go ahead and view your screen preview alongside your running screen. Switching between Sync, Unsync and Device Time will allow you to see what exactly is being shown on that screen.

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