Users can deploy content in three ways,
- Standalone mode (by using a microSD card)
- Local-Network mode (via internal LAN/WiFi network)
- Cloud mode (via the NovoDS Cloud service)
2.3.1 Standalone Mode
Standalone mode is simple plug-and-play operation and requires no direct management of the NovoDS device, which is suitable for single-device deployment.
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To run NovoDS in Standalone mode:
- Create the desired playlist on your computer using the NovoDS software
- Save and export the playlist to a microSD card
- Launch the NovoDS device.
- Optionally, disable Wi-Fi function through button “Wi-Fi” at NovoDS’ home-screen.
- Insert the microSD card into the NovoDS device. Then, the device will start playback automatically.
2.3.2 Local-Network and Cloud Modes
Local-Network and Cloud mode allow users to synchronize playlists to multiple devices via WiFi/Ethernet connection, from either NovoDS Studio software or the NovoDS Cloud Service (www.NovoDS.com).
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The setup steps are shown below.
1. Power on your NovoDS devices.
2. You have a choice of using Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
- To use Ethernet, simply plug in an Ethernet cable.
- To use WiFi connection, follow the on-screen instructions to set up a Wi-Fi Hotspot or connect to an existing Wi-Fi network.
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3. Click on menu button “Cloud Service” to enable or disable the Cloud Service.
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If you enable the Cloud Service, you will see the following dialog. Fill in the information as appropriate.
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4. Depending on whether the Cloud Service is enabled or not, the way you manage the NovoDS device is different.
- Cloud Service is disabled. Your NovoDS device is running in Local-Network mode. Connect your PC to the same network (Ethernet or WiFi) and use NovoDS Studio software on your computer to manage your NovoDS device.
- Cloud Service is enabled. Your NovoDS device is running in Cloud mode. Log into your account at www.NovoDS.com and then register the NovoDS device with its Device ID. Wait for a few seconds and the registration will be completed automatically. Now you can manage the device at NovoDS.com.