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    • 22 Mar 2023
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    • Updated on 22 Mar 2023
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    The Status tab provides information about the current state and basic operations of the device and allows you to configure settings such as volume, screen brightness, and rotation. You can also reboot the device or reset the device password from this tab.

    Device detail window - Status tab

    Rebooting the Display and Resetting the Password

    The first section of the Status tab shows you the date and time the device was last started and allows you to reboot the display and reset the password used to log in to the media player.

    Status tab - Reboot and Reset buttons highlighted

    • To reboot the device, select Reboot and then select Yes when you are asked to confirm the action.
    • To reset the password, select Reset and then select Yes when you are asked to confirm the action.

    In both cases, a progress notification in the lower left corner of the window lets you know when the process is complete.

    Note: You can only perform a reboot or password reset when the device is online. If it is offline, both buttons are grayed out.

    Configuring Settings

    In the settings section of the Status tab, you can view the device's current settings and change them if needed. After you change a setting, select the Save Configuration button. The button is grayed out until you make a change.Status tab - Settings section

    The Reported column tells you the current value of the setting. You can change the settings in the Configure column.

    Note: The reported value might not always match the configured value. When you change a setting, there can be some lag time between when you save the change and when it is actually applied to the display. The timing reflects necessary processing time but can also be affected by external factors such as the stability of the network connection. If the reported and configured values still don't match several hours after you change a setting, contact Skykit Support at support@skykit.com.
    SettingConfigure
    VolumeUse the slider to adjust the display's volume.
    BrightnessUse the slider to adjust the screen's brightness.
    TimezoneSelect a timezone from the drop-down list.
    Home/Launcher ApplicationThis is the home application package for the device. The Skykit home launcher is set by default. If you do not want to use the Skykit launcher, enter your own package name or URL in the field.
    Note: If you change the home application, you do not need to change the Kiosk Application.
    Kiosk ApplicationThis is the home application that will launch after the home screen is displayed. If you do not want to use the Skykit package, enter the name of your own kiosk application package in the field.
    Kiosk Lock Mode

    When Kiosk Lock Mode is turned on, users cannot use navigation controls such as the Back button.

    Turn the toggle on to lock the system after it launches. Turn the toggle off to keep the system unlocked.
    Hide Navigation barIf the device contains a navigation bar, this property indicates whether or not it is visible. Turn the toggle on or off to hide or reveal the Android navigation bar on the device.
    RotationIf the display screen can be rotated (similar to the way a smartphone or tablet screen rotates when you turn the device), this setting indicates the degree of rotation. To change the rotation, select a new value from the Rotation drop-down list (0, 90, 180, or 270). For portrait mode, select 90.
    Ignore AccelerometerWhen this setting is turned on, the screen adjusts automatically when the display is rotated, similar to a smartphone screen switching from portrait to landscape orientation when you turn the phone. This setting is turned off by default.
    Unified ViewAllows you to extend content across two separate displays. To enable unified view, turn the toggle key on. This setting only applies to certain displays.
    Device Frame BufferControls the screen resolution if multiple screens are connected to the device. Only pertains to customers using an SKP Pro. If you are using a device frame buffer, enter the code in the field.
    Adb EnabledADB stands for Android Debug Bridge. This setting is for Skykit software developers only.
    Scheduled RebootTo set up a scheduled reboot time and day, turn this toggle on. Reboot Day and Reboot Time fields appear when the toggle is turned on.
    To remove a scheduled reboot, turn the toggle off and select Yes, Remove Scheduled Reboot at the prompt.
    Reboot Day
    		This setting is only available when Scheduled Reboot is turned on.
    Select the day of the week on which you want the display to reboot. Choose Reboot Daily if you want the device to reboot every day.
    Reboot TimeThis setting is only available when Scheduled Reboot is turned on.
    Click in the text field and use the clock to set the time of day you want the device to reboot. Make sure you select AM or PM as appropriate. If no time is set, the device reboots daily at midnight.
    Auto Launch HomeWhen this setting is turned on, Skykit Home launches when the system boots up. You may need to do this when normal app launchers, such as an Android TV device, are not supported.

    Device Properties

    The device properties section is essentially a spec sheet, providing you with specific technical information about the device itself. The properties are not configurable.

    Device Details window - Properties section

    PropertyReported
    Serial NumberThe device's serial number.
    Last HeartbeatThe "heartbeat" is a periodic signal sent from a device to indicate normal operation. Last Heartbeat indicates the date and time the device last sent this signal (usually occurs once every hour).
    MemoryThe percentage of memory the device is currently using. This value is low under normal circumstances.
    StorageThe percentage of available storage space on the device. This value is usually low.
    Device OwnerThe package name of the app considered the "owner" of the device.
    ManufacturerThe manufacturer of the device.
    ModelThe model of the device.
    OS VersionThe current version of the device's operating system.
    Build TypeThe device's build type: "User" or "User Debug" (a developer build).
    Web View Version CodeThe web view version running on the device. Primarily relevant to Skykit software developers.
    Web View Version NameThe name of the web view version running on the device. Primarily relevant to Skykit software developers.
    Web View Version PackageThe app that is providing the web view. Primarily relevant to Skykit software developers.
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