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Clocks

Clocks

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Clock displays show the current time and date, essential for many digital signage applications.

Creating a Clock

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Step 1: Add Clock Content

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  1. Go to Content in the sidebar.
  2. Click Add New and select the Time category.
  3. Choose Clock as the source.
  4. Click Configure to set up the clock.

Step 2: Name your clock

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Enter a Name (required) and an optional Description.

Step 3: Configure Display Options

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Setting Description
Display Format What to show: Time Only, Date Only, or Date & Time
Use 24-Hour Format Display time in 24-hour format instead of 12-hour AM/PM
Show Seconds Toggle seconds display on or off
Timezone Enter an IANA timezone string (e.g., America/New_York) or local to use the display device’s timezone

Tips

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  • Use Date & Time format for lobby or office displays where both are useful.
  • Set Timezone to local for displays that should always reflect the device’s local time, or enter a specific IANA timezone (e.g., America/Chicago) to lock the clock to a fixed zone regardless of where the display is located.
  • Show Seconds is most useful in meeting rooms or other settings where precise timing matters.

Business ideas

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Location Display Format Purpose
Lobby Date & Time Welcoming, informational
Office Date & Time Practical, functional
Break room Time Only Quick reference
Meeting rooms Time Only + Show Seconds Precise timing
Customer-facing Time Only (12-hour) Easy to read

Troubleshooting Clocks

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Wrong Time Displayed

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  1. Check the Timezone setting. Enter a specific IANA timezone (e.g., America/New_York) or local to use the device’s system clock.
  2. Verify the display device is online and its system clock is accurate.
  3. Refresh the display.

Clock Not Updating

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  1. Check if the display is online.
  2. Refresh the browser on the display device.
  3. Verify the content is assigned to a layout that is active on the display.

Best Practices

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  • Use high contrast colors for readability from a distance.
  • Pair with a weather display for a complete information zone.
  • Choose Date & Time format when date context helps viewers.

What’s Next?

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