Posts by David Grotzinger
Making User Management Easier with the New Accounts App!
David Grotzinger on 5/21/2025
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
We’re excited to introduce the new Accounts App to Venus Control Suite! This enhancement provides a streamlined way for users to manage their personal profile, and, for administrators, an easier way to oversee users within your account or hierarchy. Whether you need to update your profile information or manage multiple users within your organization, the Accounts App simplifies the process while improving your accessibility and visibility.
Simplify OOH Campaign Management with Single-Slot AdGrid
David Grotzinger on 2/19/2025
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
We’re making it easier and more flexible to sell advertising space on your displays. That’s why we’ve enhanced your Sales page in the Scheduling App with new functionality! If you use Venus Control Suite for OOH advertising, you can now switch your displays to a Single-Slot AdGrid for a clearer, more efficient setup. This would be great for those who don’t require a fixed slot order and would rather sell to the total percentage of the display's available exposure space.
In-App Guidance Can Show You Every Step of the Way!
David Grotzinger on 1/14/2025
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Daktronics is excited to introduce new In-App Guidance tools to Venus Control Suite, a game-changing new way to Daktronics offers In-App Guidance tools in Venus Control Suite, designed to help users learn the software more efficiently. These resources provide articles, videos, and on-screen steps, making it easier than ever to get the most out of Venus Control Suite. Best of all, this helpful feature is available to all users at no additional cost!
Declutter your Workspace with the New Media Clean Up Tool
David Grotzinger on 12/19/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Your phone started to slow down, so now you’re scrolling endlessly through photos and messages but can’t figure out what to keep and discard, we’ve all been there! Managing declutter can feel overwhelming, whether it’s on your phone’s storage, email inbox, or at home. In Venus Control Suite, it doesn’t have to be! Our new Media Clean Up tool is here to simplify the process, giving you your valuable time back and creating an optimized, clutter-free Venus Control Suite account.
Seasonal Success: Engage your Audience in Creative Ways!
David Grotzinger on 11/20/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
As we enter the winter season, digital displays offer an opportunity to connect with the community beyond typical holiday messages. Let's explore versatile ways to use your display to engage, inform, and add value, making a positive impact throughout the winter months and years to come!
Unlock the Full Potential of your Displays with the Layout Editor
David Grotzinger on 1/2/2025
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Have you ever seen a display playing multiple pieces of content, or noticed a group of LCD displays working together to showcase a cohesive message across all screens? How is this possible, and how can you start using this powerful tool for your business today? Meet the Layout Editor in Venus Control Suite’s Professional and Enterprise packages. This feature could become a key player in maximizing the impact of your display’s content strategy.
Transform Your VCS Strategy for the Back-to-School Rush
David Grotzinger on 7/10/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
As summer ends and the Back-to-School rush begins, it’s time to gear up! Whether you’re a school or a business, we’ve got you covered with tips to boost your account efficiency and creative ideas for your display that will captivate your community.
From Blurry to Brilliant: Effective Content Sizing for LED Displays
David Grotzinger on 6/11/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Having trouble getting your content files to look clear and properly on your display? In our daily encounters with countless screens, and with displays reaching higher resolutions, we tend to gravitate toward higher-resolution imagery and videos as the new norm. But what’s the difference between your new TV or laptop screens compared to your much larger LED display? And how could lower-resolution content work better? Let’s find out!
Cool Content for Hot Days: Summer Preparations for Your Venus Control Suite Account
David Grotzinger on 5/6/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
With days growing longer and the weather warming up, it’s time to spruce up your Venus Control Suite account for the summer season!
Perfecting Your Playlists: Playlist Properties Vs Media File Properties
David Grotzinger on 4/15/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Do you ever struggle to get certain content to play exactly as you want it? Whether it’s a niche file that needs special treatment or a group of files with specific requirements, utilizing your Playlist Properties and Media File Properties can help you configure the right setup.
Simplify and Organize: Tips for Spring Cleaning your Venus Control Suite Account
David Grotzinger on 3/18/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start, and that includes tidying up your Venus Control Suite account! As you declutter your home, don’t forget to streamline your VCS account for better organization and efficiency. Here are some tips to help you clean up your account and maintain a structured approach for smooth operation in the future.
Embrace Valentine’s Day with Venus Control Suite: A Love Letter to Local Businesses
David Grotzinger on 2/5/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Valentine’s Day offers a unique opportunity for businesses to tap into the spirit of love and community. While the conventional symbols of hearts and cupids might not seamlessly align with every business, there's a world of creative possibilities waiting to be explored through your LED displays. Let’s dive into how businesses can make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable with Venus Control Suite.
Efficiency Redefined: Managing Displays Made Easy with the New Displays App
David Grotzinger on 1/10/2024
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
As part of our commitment to streamlining workflows, we’re excited to introduce the enhanced Displays App, a centralized hub for managing your display settings. Formerly housed in the Venus app, this new platform offers improved functionality designed to simplify your operations. Explore this blog to understand why we made the switch and how it can benefit you in the long run!
Be Proactive with Playlists Before the Holidays
David Grotzinger on 12/19/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
The Holiday Season is upon us, and amidst the festive cheer, the training team hopes you’ve had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year. As the joyful chaos of the season approaches, it’s time to plan ahead and ensure your displays are ready, without the constant adjustments during your well-deserved time off. Let’s dive into the proactive approach of creating playlists in advance to save time and effort when it matters the most!
Optimizing your Media Management Workflow: What’s New in the Media Library
David Grotzinger on 9/15/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
As you may know, the Venus Control Suite Media Library is now conveniently located in the Scheduling and Web Editor Apps. We hope you are enjoying the improvements as we strive to streamline your workflow! Let’s dive into some of the enhancements so you can take full advantage, after this short announcement.
Back-To-School-Brilliance: Leveraging your Display for Success!
David Grotzinger on 8/7/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Summer is winding down, and the start of the new school year is just around the corner! Whether your organization is a school or not, families in your community will soon be preparing for the upcoming academic season. It's the perfect time to utilize your Daktronics display to reach out to parents, students, and the community, offering helpful information, encouraging messages, and exciting promotions. Let’s explore creative ways to leverage your Daktronics display for back-to-school messaging.
Free and Phenomenal: Take Advantage of Daktronics Free Media to Create Captivating Messages
David Grotzinger on 7/3/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
If you are reading this right now, you have access to a wide range of background images, videos, and graphic elements that you might not have known about! These content pieces are designed specifically for your display and size. Additionally, you can leverage your own content or explore Daktronics’ free media website for even more options!
Effortless Access Made Simple: Experience the Redesigned Log-In Process for Venus Control Suite
David Grotzinger on 6/6/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Good news, Venus Control Suite users! As you may have noticed, we've recently undergone significant changes, and we sincerely hope you've been enjoying the improvements. This time around, we have a small yet important change to bring to your attention—a revamped log-in process for Venus Control Suite!
Coordinate a Visual Symphony by using Synchronized Playlist for Multi-Display Content!
David Grotzinger on 5/17/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
“Have you ever wondered, is there a way to play content in particular order across multiple displays?” If you are in VCS packages Professional and Enterprise, you are in luck! In this blog, we will explore the benefits of using a synchronized playlist, examples of when it can be used, and how to create one.
A New Era of Software Training: In-App Guidance is Here
David Grotzinger on 5/25/2023
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Daktronics is excited to introduce new In-App Guidance tools to Venus Control Suite, a game-changing new way to learn the software. Expand the way you learn the software and gain skills quickly using these training prompts without ever leaving Venus Control Suite, and the best part? It's completely free for all users!