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Configuring a Device
WebWorkstationOnce a screen is registered, select it in the Devices list to open Configure Device. This is where you name the device, confirm where it lives, check its health, and get to its screens and controls.
Permission Required
You need the Configure Displays permission to open and edit a device. See Permissions & Troubleshooting.
Open a Device
Open ZynoDisplay, go to Devices, and select the device's row. The Configure Device window opens with tabs:
- Identity — name, location, and device status.
- Screens — the content and schedules for each screen on the device. See Screens & Outputs.
- Device — remote hardware controls, shown only for devices that support them. See Remote Control & Device Management.
Identity
On the Identity tab you can set:
- Name — a label you'll recognize, such as "Lobby Video Wall" or "Drive‑Thru #2". This is how the device appears throughout ZynoDisplay.
- Location — where the screen lives. The location provides the time zone that schedules use, so keep it accurate.
The tab also shows read‑only status facts reported by the device, which can include:
- Connection and Sync state
- Type, operating system, and app version
- Battery level and charging state (on phones and tablets)
- Storage usage
For what these indicators mean and how to act on them, see Status & Monitoring.
Assigning Content
Content is set per screen on the Screens tab — pick a default, add schedules, or have the screen inherit content from a group. For the full walkthrough see Assigning Content and Screens & Outputs.
Saving
Save your changes from the Configure Device window. Connected devices apply updates right away; a disconnected device picks them up the next time it comes online.
Common Issues
| Problem | What To Check |
|---|---|
| A device row won't open | Confirm your account has the Configure Displays permission. |
| Schedules play at the wrong time | Check the device's Location on the Identity tab — it sets the time zone. |
| There's no Device tab | That device doesn't support remote hardware controls. See Supported Devices & Platforms. |
| Changes haven't taken effect | A disconnected device updates only after it reconnects. See Status & Monitoring. |