UniFi Connect is a versatile platform by Ubiquiti designed for managing digital signage, IoT devices, and interactive displays, providing control over media content, device settings, and automation within a unified interface. It supports a range of applications, from digital signage in commercial spaces to smart display management in various environments.

• Real-Time System Communication: Utilizes the unifi_connect_gateway.c4z driver to maintain real-time synchronization with the UniFi console, enabling instantaneous command execution and feedback.

• Media and Playlist Selection: Control media playlists and layout selection for displays, digital signage, and other Connect devices directly through Control4.

• Device Control Adjustments: Manage essential device settings such as power, volume, display brightness, and screen orientation within Control4.

• Automated Actions and Triggers: Use Control4 programming to trigger UniFi Connect automations, enhancing customizability across systems.

• Comprehensive Event Handling: Supports various event types to respond to specific system changes or interactions dynamically.

• Device-Specific Controls:

  • Connect Cast & Cast Pro (unifi_connect_cast.c4z): Full control over UniFi Cast devices, accessible from the Watch menu, for all display actions and media functions.
  • Connect Display (unifi_connect_display.c4z): Leverages the touchscreen for diverse applications, including media display, YouTube playback, website launches, Android app control, and UniFi Protect App access.
    

Why integrate?

• Centralized Control: Integrating UniFi Connect with Control4 enables seamless management of multimedia, lighting, and environmental settings from one interface, enhancing operational efficiency.
  
  
• Enhanced Automation: Control4’s robust automation tools, combined with UniFi’s signage and device capabilities, enable unique, context-specific automation, such as triggering welcome screens or adjusting settings based on occupancy or time of day.

UniFi Console OS

• Dream Machine Pro (UDMPro)
  
  
• Cloud Key+

UniFi Connect Devices

• UniFi Connect Display
  
  
• UniFi Display Cast
  
  
• UniFi Display Cast Pro

• Retail Digital Signage: Control4 can manage UniFi Connect digital displays in retail environments, allowing real-time content updates like promotions or product videos, providing targeted, interactive advertising controlled directly from the Control4 interface.
  
  
• Restaurant Menu Boards: Integrate UniFi Connect displays to dynamically update menu items, daily specials, or promotional content on touchscreens, enhancing the customer experience and streamlining content updates through Control4.
  
  
• Corporate Environments: Use UniFi Cast displays for presentations, announcements, or corporate signage in lobbies, with Control4 automations enabling scheduled display changes and control over device brightness and volume based on time of day.

• Hallway Gallery with Samsung Frame TVs: Homeowners can transform hallways into dynamic art galleries by seamlessly assigning and updating photos on Samsung Frame TVs. Integration with Control4 allows them to automate and personalize the experience, adjusting displays based on time of day or event.

• Showroom Experience: For businesses, UniFi Cast allows effortless display of portfolio work on multiple screens. In showrooms, it can dynamically showcase completed projects or play specific videos to enhance an automated walkthrough experience, impressing potential clients with visual storytelling.

1. What is UniFi Connect, and how does it work with Control4?
UniFi Connect is a digital signage and IoT management platform by Ubiquiti. This driver enables Control4 to control UniFi Connect devices, making it possible to manage media content, device settings, and automation through the Control4 interface.

2. Which UniFi Connect devices are supported by this driver?
The driver supports UniFi Connect Cast, Cast Pro, and Display devices, including features like media playback, YouTube integration, and touchscreen functions.

3. How can I use UniFi Connect for digital signage in my home or business?
This integration allows you to display custom media such as photo galleries, promotional videos, and interactive content on compatible displays, ideal for home galleries, retail, and office signage.

4. What types of media can I display with UniFi Connect in Control4?
You can display images, playlists, YouTube videos, custom URLs, and Android apps on supported UniFi Connect devices, all manageable via Control4.

5. Can I automate content changes based on time or events?
Yes, you can schedule content changes or trigger them through Control4’s automation events, allowing for time-specific displays or responsive content changes based on other smart home events.

6. How does the driver handle device control, like power and volume?
Control4 can manage device power, volume, display brightness, and rotation, providing centralized control over device settings through Composer variables and commands.

7. Is it possible to integrate YouTube and web content on UniFi displays?
Yes, you can load YouTube URLs and web pages on UniFi displays and set up auto-reload functions or specific webpage URLs for dynamic, up-to-date content.

8. What kind of automation triggers and events are available with UniFi Connect?
Events like power, volume, brightness changes, and content assignments can trigger automation routines, offering a responsive, customizable experience in Control4.

9. How do I assign photos or videos to specific displays?
With this driver, you can select media playlists or individual photos/videos for specific displays, such as Samsung Frame TVs, directly from the Control4 interface.

10. Can this integration work with multiple displays across a single network?
Yes, the driver supports multiple UniFi devices on the same network, making it easy to manage a large number of displays in homes or businesses.

A single license will unlock as many instances of the driver as needed in your project. Cloud Driver is required to activate all DriverCentral licenses and trials. To find out more about drivercentral features click here. Additionally, here is a quick video that demonstrates the licensing process.

All Cinegration Development drivers for Control4 come with a 7-day trial. Simply add the DriverCentral licensing driver along with this driver and you can fully test the driver before purchasing. Including Cinegration Development drivers in your showroom project will give you unlimited use without purchase.

           
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