Understanding the Content Checker for Hardware Compatibility in Navori CMS:
The Content Checker in Navori CMS automatically ensures published content is compatible with target hardware by validating properties like resolution, bitrate, and format. It supports devices like BrightSign HD5, BrightSign XT5, and Windows PCs and more . If content exceeds hardware limits, it's skipped, and an alert is generated. The tool is enabled by default in Navori CMS version 2.11+ and can be customized for specific needs. It streamlines content deployment by ensuring compatibility and preventing playback issues.
The Content Checker in Navori CMS: A Comprehensive Overview
The Content Checker in Navori CMS is a critical tool that automatically ensures published content is compatible with the target hardware. It validates essential properties such as **resolution, bitrate**, and **format** to ensure smooth playback and avoid publishing incompatible content. This tool supports multiple hardware models and streamlines the content deployment process by preventing issues related to content incompatibility.
Key Features of the Content Checker
1. What is the Content Checker in Navori CMS?
The Content Checker is an automated feature within Navori CMS that verifies the compatibility of published content with the target display hardware. It checks key attributes such as resolution, bitrate, and format, comparing them against the hardware’s specifications. If any discrepancies are found, the content is skipped, and an alert is generated to help users resolve the issue.
2. What Happens if Content Exceeds Hardware Specifications?
If the content exceeds the hardware’s limits, the Content Checker will skip the file and notify the user with a detailed player alert (via the monitoring page). The alert specifies the issue (such as "bitrate exceeds maximum supported value"), guiding users on how to adjust the content to meet the hardware specifications.
3. Can the Content Checker’s Limits Be Customized?
Yes, for On-Premise QL Server owners, Navori allows customization of the Content Checker’s limits based on specific client needs. For example, higher resolutions or larger bitrates may be required for premium displays. Custom configurations can be requested by contacting Navori Support.
4. How Does the Content Checker Ensure Content Compatibility?
When content is published, the Content Checker automatically analyzes the file’s properties and compares them against the target hardware specifications. If the content is incompatible, the tool will skip it and alert the user, offering guidance on necessary adjustments. See FAQ 5574 for the detailed media to hardware compatibilities.
5. What Types of Content Does the Content Checker Validate?
The Content Checker validates the following types of content:
- Video: Checks resolution and bitrate.
- Templates: Verifies for any template into templates nesting
- HTML5: Ensures compatibility with supported devices.
- Social Media Feeds: Validates feeds from platforms like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).
- RSS/XML Feeds: Ensures compatibility with RSS and XML feed content.
- Office 365 Calendar Integration: Ensures Office 365 Calendar content is compatible.
- RTSP Streaming: Validates RTSP streaming capabilities, especially for Windows 64-bit systems.
6. Is the Content Checker Enabled by Default in Navori CMS?
Yes, the Content Checker is enabled by default in Navori CMS version 2.11 and higher. This means all published content will automatically be checked for compatibility before being published.
7. How Can I Handle Special Content Needs, Such as High-Resolution Videos?
Navori understands that some clients may require specialized content, such as high-resolution videos for premium displays. These needs can be addressed through custom configurations of the Content Checker. Clients can contact Navori Support to request these adjustments.
8. Can the Content Checker Handle Multiple Content Formats?
Yes, the Content Checker supports a wide range of content formats, including video (H.264, H.265), HTML5, and other media types. It ensures the content is compatible with the target hardware’s supported formats.
9. How Do I Resolve Compatibility Issues Flagged by the Content Checker?
When the Content Checker flags a compatibility issue, it will provide a detailed alert indicating the problem (e.g., "Resolution exceeds the maximum allowed"). Users can modify the content to meet the required specifications and re-upload and re-publish it. Refer to FAQ 5574 to find the content checker platform specifications for your hardware. For assistance, Navori Support can provide guidance on resolving the issue.
The Content Checker in Navori CMS is a powerful and essential tool that simplifies content deployment by ensuring compatibility with the target hardware. By automatically checking content properties and providing alerts for any incompatibilities, the Content Checker helps prevent playback issues and saves time during content publishing. Additionally, its customization options offer flexibility for clients with specialized needs, making it an indispensable part of the Navori CMS suite.