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How to Schedule Lucit Campaigns in Daktronics

Integration Overview

Daktronics integrates with Lucit through DPF (Daktronics Package File) generation for Venus Control Suite. This integration involves downloading DPF files from Lucit and uploading them to the Daktronics Media Library for scheduling like standard image files.

Prerequisites

✅ Lucit Operator Profile - You must have access to an Operator Profile in Lucit
✅ Daktronics App Installed - The Daktronics app must be added to your Operator Profile (Settings -> Apps & Data -> ADD NEW)
✅ Lucit Campaign with at least one screen configured
✅ Daktronics Venus Control Suite Access with media library permissions
✅ Venus Control Suite GUIDs for target signs (extracted from Venus URL)

Step-by-Step Integration

Step 1: Lucit Configuration

  1. Switch to Operator Profile
  2. Click on the Profile Drop-Down in the top-right corner of Lucit
  3. Select your Operator Profile from the list

  4. Verify you see the Operator menu items on the left sidebar

  5. Verify Daktronics App is Installed

  6. Navigate to Settings -> Apps & Data
  7. Confirm the Daktronics app appears in your list

  8. If not visible, click ADD NEW and add the Daktronics app

  9. Access Campaign Management

  10. From your Operator Profile, navigate to Campaigns in the left sidebar

  11. Locate your target campaign in the list

  12. Activate Campaign (if needed)

  13. If the campaign shows as Draft status, click on the campaign
  14. Click the ACTIVATE button to make the campaign active

  15. Confirm campaign is now in active/running state

  16. Open Link Player Dialog

  17. From the Campaigns list, click on your campaign name
  18. Click LINK PLAYER button

  19. The Link Player dialog will open showing available integrations

  20. Access Daktronics Tab

  21. In the Link Player dialog, locate the Daktronics tab
  22. If you don't see the Daktronics tab, return to Step 2 to add the app
  23. Click on the Daktronics tab to view integration options

Step 2: Extract Venus Control Suite GUIDs

  1. Access Venus Control Suite
  2. Log into your Daktronics Venus Control Suite

  3. Navigate to your target digital signs

  4. Extract GUID from URL

  5. Open individual sign management page
  6. Copy GUID from URL: https://venus.daktronics.com/helpers/devices/displayDetails?displayId={GUID}
  7. Example GUID: 13bfcbbe-1830-47cd-92fc-dcbb548e97bd

  8. Document GUID for each target sign

  9. Verify Sign Information

  10. Use Venus API to get sign metadata: 
    https://venus.daktronics.com/helpers/devices/displayDetails?displayId={GUID}
  11. Confirm sign dimensions, controller information, and connectivity status

Step 3: Download DPF Files

  1. Generate DPF Files in Lucit
  2. In campaign Link Player → Daktronics section
  3. Click Download DPF for each target sign

  4. Files are named: lucit_{campaign-name}_{hash-id}.dpf

  5. Verify DPF File Contents

  6. Each DPF file contains campaign-specific dynamic content configuration
  7. Files are ready for direct upload to Venus Media Library

Step 4: Venus Control Suite Implementation

  1. Upload to Media Library
  2. Access Media Library in Venus Control Suite
  3. Click Upload Media or Add Content
  4. Select and upload each DPF file

  5. Files appear as HTML content type in media library

  6. Create Playlists

  7. Critical Requirement: Must create playlist with 2+ items
  8. Single-item playlists prevent content re-rendering
  9. Add DPF file plus at least one other content item

  10. Example: Lucit DPF + time/date creative or scheduile 2 different Lucit DPF files

  11. Configure Playlist Settings

  12. Set Duration for DPF content (recommend 8-15 seconds)
  13. Configure Duration for additional playlist items
  14. Set Loop Behavior for continuous playback
  15. Example timing: 10 seconds Lucit + 4 seconds time display = 4+ plays per minute

Step 5: Schedule Content

  1. Schedule Playlists
  2. Navigate to Schedule Management in Venus
  3. Create new schedule or modify existing schedule
  4. Assign playlist to target signs

  5. Configure date ranges and time slots

  6. Activate Schedule

  7. Apply schedule to selected signs
  8. Monitor initial deployment for connectivity
  9. Verify content begins displaying on target signs

Step 6: Testing & Validation

  1. Verify Content Loading
  2. Confirm DPF content displays correctly on Venus-connected signs
  3. Check that dynamic elements load from Lucit servers

  4. Monitor for any rendering or connectivity issues

  5. Test Dynamic Updates

  6. Make changes in Lucit campaign
  7. Wait for update cycle (typically 5-15 minutes)

  8. Verify changes appear on Daktronics displays

  9. Monitor Performance

  10. Check Venus logs for content loading success/failures
  11. Verify consistent refresh rates and content updates
  12. Track play frequency and timing accuracy

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Problem: DPF files not available for download
Solution: - Verify Daktronics application is added to your profile - Confirm you have appropriate permissions in Lucit account - Ensure Venus GUIDs are properly configured with Lucit support

Problem: Content not rendering after first play
Solution: - Critical Fix: Add second item to playlist (minimum requirement) - DPF content requires playlist with 2+ items to re-render - Add time/date creative or other content as second playlist item - Set appropriate durations for both playlist items

Problem: Content not updating dynamically
Solution: - Verify network connectivity from Venus signs to Lucit servers - Check that campaign updates are published in Lucit - Monitor Venus system logs for connection errors - Confirm DPF refresh intervals are functioning

Problem: GUID extraction issues
Solution: - Verify you have proper access to Venus Control Suite - Check URL format: displayDetails?displayId={GUID} - Use Venus API to validate GUID format and sign accessibility - Contact Daktronics support for GUID verification

Venus API Validation

Test your sign GUIDs using Venus API: 

https://venus.daktronics.com/helpers/devices/displayDetails?displayId={GUID}

Expected response includes: 

{
  "id": "sign-guid",
  "name": "Sign Name - Location",
  "height": 80,
  "width": 150,
  "controllerStatuses": [...],
  "isScheduleEnabled": true
}

Technical Reference

DPF File Structure

  • Format: Daktronics Package File (.dpf)
  • Content: HTML package with dynamic content integration
  • Configuration: Campaign-specific settings and API endpoints
  • Compatibility: Venus Control Suite Media Library

Playlist Requirements

  • Minimum Items: 2+ items required for proper re-rendering
  • Duration Settings: Must specify duration for each item
  • Loop Behavior: Configure for continuous playback
  • Content Mix: DPF file + additional content (time, images, etc.)

Performance Considerations

  • Refresh Rates: Typically 5-15 minute intervals for content updates
  • Network Requirements: Reliable connectivity from signs to Lucit servers
  • Playlist Timing: Balance DPF duration with other content for optimal play frequency
  • Hardware Compatibility: Works with Venus-compatible Daktronics displays

Advanced Configuration

Multi-Sign Management

  • Generate separate DPF files for each sign location
  • Use location-specific content through Lucit geo-targeting
  • Implement consistent naming conventions for DPF files and playlists

Performance Optimization

  • Monitor play frequency: optimal ~4+ plays per minute
  • Adjust playlist timing based on content refresh needs
  • Set up Venus monitoring for content delivery performance

Next Steps

  1. Enable Integration: Contact Lucit support to enable Daktronics application
  2. GUID Collection: Extract Venus GUIDs for all target signs
  3. Deploy DPF Files: Download, upload, and schedule DPF content with proper playlists
  4. Monitor Performance: Track content delivery and optimize timing
  5. Support: Contact your Lucit Account Representative for optimization assistance

For additional support with Daktronics integration, contact your Lucit Account Representative or submit a support ticket through the Lucit platform.