The Venus Control Suite Learning Center allows you to take advantage of all our online resources. Use our self-guided worksheets and video tutorials to know that you are using your software to its fullest capability. Navigate through each section at your own pace to learn how to successfully manage your Daktronics display.
This section offers a brief introduction to the functionality of Venus Control Suite. From here, you can choose to watch the videos and use our self-guided worksheets to learn information about logging in, navigating your software, and finding help.
Dashboard
Creating an Advertiser Account
First Time Log In
Creating a User
Finding Help
Easy Mobile Access
In this section, you can learn about the different features within the Media Library. The videos and worksheets will offer detailed instructions on how to upload and tag your pre-created content as well as guide you through creating your own.
View all training videos in the playlist by clicking the playlist icon in the video.
Media Library
Uploading Media
Creating content with the Web Presentation is easy! These videos and worksheets will guide you through the process to create your own message.
Web Presentation
Content Studio is a Windows based content creation tool, available as an optional download for Venus Control Suite. In this section you will learn about adding layouts, importing media, adding data fields, and more. Watch videos and use worksheets to understand the available features to create terrific content!
How do I customize or change the Content Studio options?
How do I use the Paging feature in Content Studio with Venus Control Suite?
How do I use the Zoom controls in Content Studio in Venus Control Suite?
What kind of Command Shortcuts are available in Content Studio?
How do I add transitions to a layout in Content Studio?
How do I edit the text in my existing presentation?
How do I change the font size in Content Studio?
How do I insert a Video or Animation into the Venus Control Suite version of Content Studio?
How do I insert a graphic from a file into Content Studio for Venus Control Suite?
How to use undo and redo in Content Studio with Venus Control Suite?
How do I modify a transition in Content Studio?
How to add special characters or symbols in Content Studio.
How to insert and delete layouts in Content Studio in Venus Control Suite?
How do I insert a text box using Content Studio?
How do I copy and/or move text or an object in Content Studio?
How do I use the Format Painter in Content Studio?
How do I change the font color in Content Studio?
How do I launch Content Studio for Venus Control Suite?
How do I create a Time, Temp, Date message in Content Studio?
Now that you have created your content, it is time to put it in a playlist. Watch our tutorial and use the worksheets for instructions how to create playlists to fit your specific needs.
Playlist Simplified Model
This section will support Venus Control Suite Pro Ad Grid users. The videos and worksheets will show you how to associate advertisers’ content and playlists to your display using the Sales Ad Grid. Learn how to use this feature to maximize revenue when selling time on your display.
Ad Grid - Playlist in Ad Grid Model
Ad Grid - Uploading Media
Ad Grid - Create a Sale
Ad Grid - Editing or Deleting Sales
Ad Grid - How Sales Grid Works
Videos and worksheets will help you learn how to run a Proof of Play Report that can be exported for internal or external use. Proof of Play Reports are designed to provide detailed playlist exposure, run time, and duration.
We currently do not have videos for reporting, please check back.
How do I run a report in Venus Control Suite?
Venus Control Suite Support
Interested in learning more features of your Venus Control Suite software? We offer both group and individual training sessions to fit your needs. Contact your sign company or Daktronics to discuss your options.
Learn More About Trainings Options