Venus Control Suite

Venus Control Suite for Message Displays

Access Anywhere, Anytime, From Any Device

Galaxy GS6 displays pair with our new control solution – Venus® Control Suite. This software combines functionality with a great user experience. No software to download or operating system compatibility concerns. Instant updates ensure you always have access to the latest tools in the newest version.

Easy Access From Any Device

This software gives you an outstanding mobile experience. Users can access the cloud-based software from any device with an Internet connection.

Flexible Experience Fits Anyone

Venus Control Suite is intuitive and flexible to meet the needs of any level user. From basic to advanced, this system works for everyone.

Secure Cloud-Based Software

Hosted on one of the most secure data centers in the world. Multiple firewalls and secure connections ensure no other traffic is allowed between Venus and your display.

Features and Benefits

  • Easily import graphics and organize files:
    • Drag-and-drop content directly to media library
    • Use tagging to quickly manage media
  • Choose simple to sophisticated scheduling and multiple playlists
  • Secure hosted servers and communication eases IT needs
  • Use the dashboard to see the status and content on your display
  • Use from your smartphone—this software is mobile optimized
  • Get the latest feature updates automatically
  • Multiple authorized user access
  • Pull in external data feeds, such as weather, news, and sports scores
  • Access reports (proof of play) showing content played, how many times, and when
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Venus Control Suite Media Library

Managing Content Is Easier Than Ever

Drag and drop files directly into the media library and organize them in a playlist to quickly schedule your campaigns. Keep track of your content by using your own tags.

Venus Control Suite Dashboard

Check on Your Display Any Time

The dashboard shows thumbnail images of what is currently playing on the display. Error messages provide assurance that the display is operating correctly.

Keep Communities Safe with Emergency Alerts

Daktronics digital displays often serve as an instant message center to the public, showcasing:

Automatic Emergency Alerts

These emergency alert systems are integrated with Venus Control Suite. Choose the desired level of involvement by turning on alerts and selecting time and frequency. Then, when there's an alert in the area, it automatically runs on the display(s).

  • IPAWS (Meteorological, Safety, Fire, Environmental, Transport)
  • AMBER Alerts

Community Service Announcements

Use your digital display to give back and keep your communities safe.

  • Silver Alerts
  • Crime Alerts
  • Wanted Posters
  • Election Results

 

 

The operator has found Venus Control Suite easy to work with; she picked it up right away.Ashley HutchinsonExecutive DirectorCloudCorp
The Venus® Control Suite is a great tool to manage content in different cities with different promotions. Dane SimonsonmanagerSimonson Station Stores
Using Venus Control Suite is a piece of cake. I brought the radio in, plugged it in the spot predetermined from a site visit, checked my phone, and saw we had a connection.Greg RendallSalesSign Source Inc.

 

Discover Venus Control Suite Features You'll Love

Explore this innovative software with our self-guided training and video tutorials. Go at your own pace–you're in control. Walk through specific tasks, such as organizing files by tagging, creating dynamic content, scheduling your playlists, and more. Need a refresher later? Take a look at the training guides again.

View Self-Training Materials Contact a Trainer View Training Options  Read Venus Control Suite blog

Just getting started with Venus Control Suite?

If you have recently purchased a display that uses Venus Control Suite, we can help you get started. Have content ready to go when your display arrives for installation. Find information on accessing your media kit, downloading Content Studio, and selecting additional training options.

Product Specifications

Importable File Types

  • Video file types: .avi, .mpg, .mp4, .mov
  • Image file types: .png, .bmp, .gif, .jpg, .tif, .tiff, .psd
  • Data feed types: Time, Temp
  • On data capable displays: RSS, Atom, .XML

Supported Mobile Browsers

  • iOS Safari®
  • Android® Chrome®

Supported Desktop Browsers

  • Microsoft® Internet Explorer® v11 and newer
  • Microsoft® Edge®
  • Google® Chrome®
  • Mozilla Firefox®

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