PN400, PN300 & SQP133
User’s Manual
PN400V100-A-EN
© 2016 GeoVision, Inc. All rights reserved.
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for Argentina.
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Tel: +886-2-8797-8377
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trademarks of GeoVision, Inc. Windows is registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation.
August 2016
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Contents
Preface................................................................................................................................. x
Compatible Firmware and Software Versions................................................................. xii
Chapter 1 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features.................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Packing List............................................................................................................. 1
1.2.1 PN400 ...................................................................................................... 1
1.2.2 PN300 ...................................................................................................... 1
1.2.3 SQP133.................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Options ................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.1 PN400 ...................................................................................................... 3
1.3.2 PN300 / SQP133...................................................................................... 4
1.4 Overview ................................................................................................................. 5
1.4.1 PN400 ...................................................................................................... 5
1.4.2 PN300 ...................................................................................................... 7
1.4.3 SQP133.................................................................................................... 9
1.5 The IR Remote Control...........................................................................................11
Chapter 2 Getting Started................................................................................................13
2.1 Connecting the Device............................................................................................13
2.1.1 Connecting the PN400.............................................................................13
2.1.2 Connecting the PN300.............................................................................15
2.1.3 Connecting the SQP133 ..........................................................................16
2.2 Installing Wall Mount...............................................................................................17
2.3 Installing VESA Monitor Mount ...............................................................................18
2.4 Playing the Slideshow.............................................................................................19
Chapter 3 System Setup for PN300 / SQP133................................................................20
3.1 The Setup Menu.....................................................................................................20
3.2 Setting Video Output and Resolution......................................................................21
3.3 Setting Slideshow Display Effect.............................................................................22
3.4 Looking Up Device Information...............................................................................23
3.5 Setting the Time .....................................................................................................24
3.5.1 Setting the System Time..........................................................................24
3.5.2 Setting the Time Zone..............................................................................25
3.6 Setting the Network ................................................................................................26
3.6.1 Wired Network Connection ......................................................................26
3.6.2 Wireless Network Connection..................................................................27
3.7 Setting the Device Name........................................................................................28
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3.8 Copying Files from the USB Storage Device ..........................................................28
3.9 Upgrading the Firmware .........................................................................................29
3.10 Restoring to Factory Default Settings ...................................................................30
Chapter 4 System Setup for PN400................................................................................31
4.1 The Setup Menu.....................................................................................................31
4.2 Configuring the General Settings............................................................................33
4.3 Upgrading the Firmware .........................................................................................35
4.4 Setting the Network ................................................................................................37
4.5 Setting the Time .....................................................................................................38
4.6 Connecting to CMS ................................................................................................39
4.7 Scheduling the Power On and Off...........................................................................40
Chapter 5 Content Designer............................................................................................42
5.1 Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................42
5.2 Installing the Content Designer...............................................................................43
5.3 The Menu Bar.........................................................................................................45
5.4 Creating a Project...................................................................................................46
5.4.1 Create a Screen Layout...........................................................................46
5.4.2 The Main Screen .....................................................................................48
5.4.3 Assign Content to Zones..........................................................................51
5.4.4 Preview and Save Screen Layout ............................................................57
5.5 Playing the Project on PN300, PN400 or SQP133..................................................58
Chapter 6 Content Schedule...........................................................................................60
6.1 Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................60
6.2 Installing the Content Schedule ..............................................................................60
6.3 Setting the Content Schedule .................................................................................62
Chapter 7 CMS Lite..........................................................................................................68
7.1 Minimum System Requirements .............................................................................69
7.2 Software License ....................................................................................................69
7.3 Installing the CMS Lite............................................................................................70
7.4 Connecting the Devices to CMS Lite ......................................................................72
7.5 The Main Screen ....................................................................................................73
7.6 Uploading Video and Image Files ...........................................................................75
7.7 Uploading the Scenario or Loop Scenario...............................................................76
7.8 Uploading the Schedule..........................................................................................77
7.9 Uploading the Firmware..........................................................................................78
7.10 Uploading the Scrolling Ticker ..............................................................................79
7.11 Changing the Device Name..................................................................................80
Chapter 8 CMS Server.....................................................................................................81
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8.1 System Requirements ............................................................................................82
8.1.1 Minimum System Requirements ..............................................................82
8.1.2 Software License .....................................................................................83
8.2 Installing CMS Server .............................................................................................84
8.3 Connecting the Devices to CMS Server..................................................................86
8.4 Starting CMS Server...............................................................................................87
8.4.1 List of Menu Options................................................................................89
8.5 Getting Started .......................................................................................................90
8.5 Getting Started .......................................................................................................90
8.5.1 Preparing the Package ............................................................................90
8.5.2 Transferring the Package.........................................................................91
8.5.3 Uploading the Package............................................................................95
8.5.4 Revising the Package ..............................................................................97
8.6 Applying the Scrolling Ticker...................................................................................98
8.7 Applying the RSS Feed ..........................................................................................99
8.8 Planning Device Group.........................................................................................100
8.9 Arranging the Loop Video .....................................................................................102
8.10 Information .........................................................................................................104
8.10.1 Device Information...............................................................................104
8.10.2 System Information..............................................................................106
8.10.3 User Information ..................................................................................106
8.10.4 Package Information............................................................................107
8.11 Device Setup ......................................................................................................108
8.12 Event Query .......................................................................................................110
8.12.1 Behavior Log Query.............................................................................110
8.12.2 Behavior Log Analysis..........................................................................111
8.12.3 Device Event Query.............................................................................112
8.12.4 Device Event Analysis (Counts)...........................................................113
8.12.5 Device Event Analysis (Elapsed Time)................................................. 11 4
8.12.6 Play Count Analysis.............................................................................115
8.13 Upload Management ..........................................................................................11 7
8.14 Server Setting.....................................................................................................118
8.14.1 User Account .......................................................................................118
8.14.2 Network Setting ................................................................................... 11 9
8.14.3 Email Service.......................................................................................120
8.15 Upgrading the Firmware .....................................................................................122
Chapter 9 Dynamic DNS................................................................................................124
9.1 Installing the Dynamic DNS ..................................................................................124
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9.2 Registering Domain Name....................................................................................126
9.3 Starting Dynamic DNS..........................................................................................128
Specifications...................................................................................................................129
PN400...........................................................................................................................129
PN300...........................................................................................................................130
SQP133 ........................................................................................................................131
Appendix...........................................................................................................................132
A. Definitions of Folder Names......................................................................................132
B. Definitions of Aspect Ratio Mode ..............................................................................133
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Preface
Welcome to the PN400, PN300 & SQP133 User’s Manual.
The PN400, PN300 & SQP133 are devices that play back slideshows edited or managed by
GeoVision’s software such as Content Designer, Content Schedule, CMS Lite and CMS
Server. This Manual is designed for the following models, firmware, and software version:
Hardware
Model Firmware Version
PN400 1.00
PN300 1.06
SQP133 1.06
Software
Model Software Version
Content Designer 1.0.7.0
Content Schedule 1.0.4.0
CMS Lite 1.0.5.0
CMS Server 1.0.5.0
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Compatible Firmware and Software Versions
The PN400 / PN300 / SQP133 / SQP110 Series are compatible with CMS Server / CMS Lite /
Content Designer. See the following compatible versions.
PN400 PN300 / SQP133 SQP110 Series
CMS Server / CMS Lite V1.0.5.0
V1.00 V1.06 N/A
CMS Server / CMS Lite V1.0.4.0
N/A V1.06 N/A
CMS Server / CMS Lite V1.0.3.0
N/A V1.05 N/A
CMS Server / CMS Lite V1.0.2.0 or
earlier
N/A V1.04 or earlier V1.03 or earlier
Content Designer V1.0.7.0
V1.00 V1.05 N/A
Content Designer V1.0.5.0 / V1.0.6.0
N/A V1.05 N/A
Content Designer V1.0.4.0 or earlier
N/A V1.04 or earlier N/A
Content Schedule V1.0.4.0 or later
V1.00 V1.05 or later N/A
Introduction
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Chapter 1 Introduction
The PN300, PN400 and SQP133 are digital media players designed to deliver uninterrupted
playback of Digital Signage presentations.
1.1 Features
Multimedia support
Video resolution up to 4K2K (PN400 only)
Support for HDMI in and out (PN400 only)
Video resolution up to 1080p and Video outputs of HDMI and VGA (PN300 only)
Panel resolution of 1280 x 800 (SQP133 only)
Built-in speaker (SQP133 only)
SD card and USB storage
Content Schedule and Content Designer
Content Management System (CMS Server and CMS Lite)
IR remote control
USB mouse control (PN400 only)
Wireless connectivity (GV-WiFi USB Adapter required)
1.2 Packing List
1.2.1 PN400
1. PN400 Device x 1
2. IR Remote Control x 1
3. AC/DC Adapter x 1 (12 V, 3 A, 36 W)
4. Power Cord x 1
5. Software DVD x 1
6. Warranty Card x 1
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1.2.2 PN300
1. PN300 Device x 1
2. IR Remote Control x 1
3. AC/DC Adapter x 1 (12 V, 3 A, 36 W)
4. Power Cord x 1
5. Software DVD x 1
6. Warranty Card x 1
1.2.3 SQP133
1. SQP133 Device × 1
2. IR Remote Control × 1
3. Magnetic Hinge x 1
4. Screw x 4
5. AC/DC Adapter × 1 (12 V, 3 A, 36 W)
6. Power Cord x 1
7. Software DVD x 1
8. Warranty Card x 1
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1.3 Options
Optional devices can expand the capabilities and versatility of your PN300/SQP133/PN400.
Contact your dealer for more information.
1.3.1 PN400
Options Details
The Wall Mount Kit is used to mount the PN400 to the
wall.
Wall Mount Kit
z L-type brackets x 2
z Small screws x 4
The VESA Monitor Mount Kit is used to mount the PN400
to the back of a VESA monitor.
VESA Monitor-Mount Kit
z VESA monitor mount bracket x 1
z L-type brackets x 2
z Large screws x 4
z Small screws x 8
External GV-USB Dongle for
CMS Server or CMS Lite
The USB dongle can provide the Hardware Watchdog
function to the system by restarting the computer when
Windows crashes. You need to connect the dongle
internally on the motherboard.
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1.3.2 PN300 / SQP133
Options Details
The Wall Mount Kit is used to mount the PN300 to the
wall.
Wall Mount Kit
z L-type brackets x 2
z Small screws x 4
The VESA Monitor Mount Kit is used to mount the PN300
to the back of a VESA monitor.
VESA Monitor-Mount Kit
z VESA monitor mount bracket x 1
z L-type brackets x 2
z Large screws x 4
z Small screws x 8
GV-WiFi USB Adapter
The GV-WiFi USB adapter is a plug-and-play device that
provides wireless connectivity to GeoVision IP devices.
The GV-WiFi USB Adapter complies with IEEE802.11
b/g/n (Draft 3.0) standards for wireless networking.
Internal GV-USB Dongle for
CMS Lite and CMS Server
The USB dongle can provide the Hardware Watchdog
function to the system by restarting the computer when
Windows crashes. You need to connect the dongle
internally on the motherboard.
SD Card (4 GB, Class 4)
The SD Card is used for local storage and firmware
upgrade.
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1.4 Overview
This section identifies the components of the PN300 and SQP133.
1.4.1 PN400
Front View
Figure 1-3
No. Name Function
1 SD Card Slot Connect to an SD card for local storage and firmware upgrade.
2 IR
Built-in IR receiver to receive the IR signals from the IR remote
control.
3 Default
Reset the PN400 to the default factory settings. See 3.10
Restoring to Factory Default Settings for details.
4 LED Indicators
The green LED indicates the system is ready. The red LED
indicates the power is supplied. When the green LED is off and
the red LED is on, the device is in sleep mode.
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Rear View
Figure 1-4
No. Name Function
1 Ethernet Connect to an Ethernet.
2 HDMI in
Connect to a HDMI-compliant source device, such as a DVD player
and digital TV box.
3 HDMI out Connect to a HDMI-compliant display device.
4 USB 3.0
5 USB 2.0
Connect to a USB device for local storage of content, firmware
upgrade and a USB mouse.
6 DC 12V Connect to power by using the supplied power adapter.
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1.4.2 PN300
Front View
Figure 1-1
No. Name Function
1 LED Indicators
The green LED indicates the system is ready. The red LED
indicates the power is supplied. When the green LED is off and
the red LED is on, the device is in sleep mode.
2 USB
Connect to a USB device for local storage of content, firmware
upgrade and GV-WiFi USB Adapter. Note the removal of the
USB storage device will cause the PN300 to automatically
reboot.
3 IR
Built-in IR receiver to receive the IR signals from the IR remote
control.
4 Default
Reset the PN300 to the default factory settings. See 3.10
Restoring to Factory Default Settings.
5 SD Card Slot
Connect to an SD card for local storage and firmware upgrade.
Note the removal of the SD card will cause the PN300 to
automatically reboot.
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Rear View
Figure 1-2
No. Name Function
1 Ethernet Connect to an Ethernet.
2 SPDIF Reserved (not enabled).
3 HDMI Connect to an HDMI supported display device.
4 VGA Connect to a VGA monitor.
5 L/R Connect to a speaker.
6 Power OFF/ON Switch the power on or off.
7 DC 12V Connect to power by using the supplied power adapter.
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1.4.3 SQP133
Right Panel View
1
2
3
4
5
Figure 1-5
No. Name Function
1 SD Card Slot
Connect to an SD card for local storage of content and
firmware upgrade.
2 USB
Connect to a USB device for local storage of content,
firmware upgrade, and GV-WiFi USB Adapter. Note the
removal of the USB storage device will cause the SQP133 to
automatically reboot.
3 LED Indicators
The green LED indicates the system is ready. The red LED
indicates the power is supplied. When the green LED is off
and the red LED is on, the device is in sleep mode.
4 IR
Built-in IR receiver to receive the IR signals from the IR
remote control.
5 Ethernet Connect to an Ethernet.
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Left Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Figure 1-6
No. Name Function
1.
MENU
Switch to the setup menu.
2
ENTER
Enter the setup options or save the settings in the Setup Menu.
3
UP
Move the cursor up.
4
DOWN
Move the cursor down.
5
LEFT
Move the cursor left.
6
RIGHT
Move the cursor right.
7
STAND BY
Press to enter the Standby/Sleep mode. In the standby mode, the
screen turns off to minimize power consumption. Press the key
again to enter the ON mode.
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Power OFF/ON
Switch the power on or off.
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DC 12V
Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.
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1.5 The IR Remote Control
Figure 1-7
No. Name Function
1 Power
Press to enter the Standby/Sleep mode. In the standby mode,
the screen turns off to minimize power consumption. Press the
key again to enter the ON mode.
2
Numeric / Alphabetical /
Punctuation Marks
Buttons
Enter the numbers, alphabets or punctuation marks.
3 Back
z Back to the previous page in the Setup Menu.
z Play the media files.
4 Menu Control Move up, down, right and left in the Setup Menu.
5 Volume Control Increase or decrease the volume.
6 Mute Mute the volume.
7 Menu Switch to the setup menu.
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No. Name Function
8 OK Enter the setup options or save the settings in the Setup Menu.
Switch among different resolutions for PN300 / PN400. Once
the button is pressed, the Green LED on the front panel of the
device will flash. Press No. 0 ~ 7 for the desired resolution
within 30 seconds.
For PN300:
Shift + 0 : VGA_640 x 480
Shift + 1 : VGA_1024 x 768
Shift + 2 : VGA_1280 x 768
Shift + 3 : VGA_1366 x 768
Shift + 4 : HDMI_480p
Shift + 5 : HDMI_720p
Shift + 6 : HDMI_1080i
Shift + 7 : HDMI_1080p
9 Shift
For PN400:
Shift + 1 : 1080p at 30 Hz
Shift + 2 : 1080p at 60 Hz
Shift + 3 : 2160p at 24 Hz
Shift + 4 : 2160p at 30 Hz
Note the resolution switch will cause the PN300 / PN400 to
automatically reboot.
10 Search
Scan for available Access Points or wireless stations when
wireless network is selected.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started
2.1 Connecting the Device
2.1.1 Connecting the PN400
Figure 2-1
1. Connect to a standard network cable.
2. Optionally, connect a HDMI-compliant source device, such as a DVD player and digital TV
box.
3. Connect a display device to HDMI connector for video and audio combined outputs.
4. Connect to a USB mouse, or an USB device for local storage of content or firmware
upgrade.
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5. Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.
Note:
1. The default video output is set to 1080p at 30 Hz. To change the default setting, see 4.2
Configuring the General Settings.
2. The HDMI input (for HDMI-compliant source devices) only supports the resolution of up
to 1920 x 1080 at 30 Hz.
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2.1.2 Connecting the PN300
1
4
3 5
2
Figure 2-2
1. Connect a monitor to the VGA connector, or the HDMI connector for video and audio
combined outputs.
2. Connect to a standard network cable.
3. If you use a VGA monitor, connect a speaker to L/R port for audio output.
4. Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.
5. Switch the Power button to ON.
Note:
1. You can only connect the PN300 / SQP133 to one display device through the HDMI or
VGA connector. The video signal will be unstable if more than one display devices are
connected.
2. The default video resolution is set to VGA with 1024 x 768. To change the default setting,
see 3.2 Setting Video Output and Resolution.
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2.1.3 Connecting the SQP133
Follow the steps below to connect the SQP133:
Figure 2-3
1. Connect to power using the supplied power adapter.
2. Connect to a standard network cable.
3. Turn the Power switch to ON.
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2.2 Installing Wall Mount
Optionally, you can purchase the mounting plates to mount PN300 or PN400 on a wall.
1. Unscrew the 4 screws on the back panel of the PN300 or PN400.
Figure 2-4
2. Use the 4 screws in the package to tighten the L-type brackets on the PN300 or PN400.
L-Type Bracket L-Type Bracket
Figure 2-5
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2.3 Installing VESA Monitor Mount
Optionally, you can purchase VESA Monitor mount for installing PN300 or PN400.
1. Follow steps 1 and 2 in 2.2 Installing Wall Mount to tighten the L-type brackets on the back
panel of the device.
2. Using the 4 large screws, tighten the VESA monitor mount bracket on the back of the
computer monitor.
Figure 2-6
3. Use the 4 small screws to tighten the device and the VESA monitor mount bracket
together.
Figure 2-7
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2.4 Playing the Slideshow
Without any further settings, you can now play the slideshow made of video or image files.
1. Create a folder named Loop_Video in a USB storage device or an SD card.
2. Copy image or video files to the Loop_Video folder.
3. Connect the USB storage device or the SD card to the device.
4. Turn on the digital signage device.
5. For PN300 / SQP133:
z The local storage is set to the SD card by default. If you are using an SD card, the
device will repeatedly play the files at this step.
z If you are using a USB storage device, select Play Source
and select USB to
be the storage.
6. For PN400:
The local storage is disabled by default. To select a storage device, select General
and select SD or USB.
7. Press Back on the IR remote control to return the menu, and press Back again to start
playing.
Note:
1. For the folder names workable on the device, see Definitions of Folder Names,
Appendix.
2. By default, the image and video files are sorted by name, first in numerical and then
alphabetical order. Only for PN300 / SQP133, you can change the sorting rule to by size
or by random; see the Loop Mode option, 3.3 Setting Slideshow Display Effect.
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Chapter 3 System Setup for PN300 / SQP133
You can customize the system settings of the PN300 / SQP133.
3.1 The Setup Menu
Turn on the PN300 / SQP133 and the connected display device. The setup menu with six
setup options appears.
Figure 3-1
Name Description
Service
Set up the video output and resolution. See 3.2 Setting Video Output
and Resolution.
Play Source
Select the local storage and set up the slideshow display effect. See 3.3
Setting Slideshow Display Effect.
Information
Display the network information, storage information and the device
firmware version. See 3.4 Looking Up Device Information.
Time Adjustment Set up the system time. See 3.5 Setting the System Time.
Network Set up the network. See 3.6 Setting the Network.
Factory
Upgrade firmware or to copy files from the USB storage device to the SD
card. Select Language and Time Zone settings. See 3.5.2 Setting the
Time Zone, 3.8 Copying Files from the USB Storage Device and 3.9
Upgrading the Firmware.
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3.2 Setting Video Output and Resolution
To set up the video output and resolution for PN300, select Service . The following
window appears.
Figure 3-2
Output: Select a video output from VGA or HDMI which is supported by the display
monitor.
Resolution: Select a screen resolution from the following options:
HDMI at 60 Hz 480p 720p 1080i 1080p
VGA at 60 Hz 640 x 480 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 1366 x 768
By default, the video output is set to VGA with the resolution of 1024 x 768.
Note:
1. The video output and resolution for SQP133 cannot be changed.
2. The resolution change will cause the PN300 to automatically reboot.
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3.3 Setting Slideshow Display Effect
To set up slideshow display effect, select Play Source . The following window appears.
Figure 3-3
Storage: Select a local storage from USB or SD. By default, SD card is set as local
storage.
Interval Time: Select the interval time to play the slideshow. The options include 1, 3, 5,
10, and 30 seconds.
Transition Effect: Select the transition effect for the slideshow from the nine options:
Bevel, Shutters, Blind Top Down, Circle, None, Top Down, Bottom Up, Left to Right
or Right to Lef t .
Audio Volume: Select an audio volume value. The larger the value, the louder the
volume.
Loop Mode: Select a playback mode for the slideshow from the three options: By Size,
Random or By Name.
Loop Ratio: Select Full to set the slideshow to full screen or select Default to use the
setting of the slideshow.
Note: The display effect will not apply to the project created using the Content Designer.
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