What the Display Timer plugin does
The Display Timer plugin is a screen scheduling tool for viewneo that lets you set exactly when each screen or device group powers on and enters standby — without anyone needing to be on site. Screens that run longer than necessary waste energy and shorten hardware lifespan; one configured timer eliminates both problems.
You configure timers once inside device management and the plugin handles the rest. Set a start date, an end date, specific times of day, and the days of the week — then leave it running. If you also use the Live Preview plugin to monitor what is playing remotely, you always have a complete picture of your network’s status without visiting each location.
How it works
- Open device management in viewneo — navigate to the screen or device group you want to schedule.
- Add a timer — under the “Timer” section, set the activation date range, daily on/off times, and the days of the week it should apply.
- Save and let the plugin run — at the scheduled time, the plugin sends the power command to your display. If signal is lost at any point, the monitor automatically enters standby.
Example use cases
- Retail stores — screens in shop windows turn on thirty minutes before opening and switch off automatically after closing, keeping operating costs in check.
- Travel agencies — displays in high-footfall locations run from early morning until late evening on weekdays, with a reduced schedule on weekends, all without manual intervention.
- Fashion boutiques — window displays run extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays to catch evening foot traffic, while returning to standard hours mid-week.
Compatible with
- viewneo hardware (required)
- viewneo Professional and viewneo Enterprise — bookable per player, transferable to other players
