Programmatic Ad Media Sync (Vistar and Hivestack)
Overview:
The Ad Sync feature allows synchronized playback of ads and content across multiple screens using the Vistar and Hivestack platforms.
Prerequisites:
✔️ Vistar/Hivestack Add-on
✔️ Content Synchronization Add-on
✔️ Technical profile with a linked Vistar or Hivestack network (Vistar Network ID + Vistar Key)
✔️ Ready-to-use ad campaign on the Vistar/Hivestack platform
✔️ At least two players for content synchronization
Setup:
1. Add an Advertising Media:
o Go to +Media > Advertising > Vistar/Hivestack and add a Vistar/Hivestack container.
2. Set the Duration:
o Match the duration to the ad content duration.
3. Add to Playlist:
o Include the container in a playlist alongside other media.
4. Ensure Synchronization is Active:
o Synchronization will occur if the Content Sync Add-on is active and the container has a set duration.