1. Introduction to the Xibo CMS v3.1 - First Time User Access

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of accessing and navigating the Xibo Content Management System (CMS) version 3.1 for the first time. This is particularly relevant for new users who want to manage and display content effectively on digital signage.

Step 1: Accessing the Xibo CMS

• Open your preferred web browser.
• Navigate to the URL provided by your Xibo installation (this typically looks like http://your-xibo-server-url/).
• Upon reaching the login page, enter your username and password. If you're a first-time user, you may need to use default credentials provided by your administrator.

Step 2: Familiarizing with the Dashboard

• After logging in, you will be greeted by the Xibo dashboard.
• Take a moment to explore the main sections:
  • Library: Where you can upload and manage your media files.
  • Layouts: This is where you design how your content will appear on screens.
  • Players: Manage the devices that will display your content.
• Hover over each section to see tooltips that provide additional information about their functions.

Step 3: Uploading Media Files

• Go to the Library section.
• Click on the Add Media button.
• Select the type of media you want to upload (e.g., images, videos, etc.).
• Click on the Choose File button to select files from your device.
• Once selected, click on Upload to add them to your library.

Step 4: Creating a Layout

• Navigate to the Layouts section.
• Click on Add Layout.
• Name your layout and set the display duration.
• Use the layout editor to drag and drop your media from the library into designated areas.
• Customize each media element’s properties as necessary.

Step 5: Assigning Layouts to Players

• Head to the Players section.
• Click on the player you want to assign a layout to.
• In the player's settings, look for the option to assign layouts.
• Select the layout you created and save your changes.

Step 6: Previewing Your Layout

• Return to the Layouts section.
• Find your layout and click on the Preview button.
• This allows you to see how your content will look when displayed.

Step 7: Managing User Roles and Permissions

• If you need to manage user access, navigate to the Users section.
• Click on Add User to create a new user account.
• Assign appropriate roles based on the user’s responsibilities (e.g., Admin, Editor).
• Save your changes to ensure the user can access the system with the correct permissions.

Conclusion

You have now learned how to access the Xibo CMS, upload media, create layouts, and manage players and user permissions. As a next step, explore the advanced features such as scheduling content and analytics to enhance your digital signage experience. Familiarizing yourself with these basic functions will greatly improve your ability to efficiently manage and display content using Xibo.