Get connected with our cloud-based digital signage software platforms

We offer two remotely managed software solutions - Hydro Connect, and Hydro CMS. Both feature-rich software products, easy to use, as well as robust and reliable. The complete management solutions.

Both of our software options provide a full content management system for designing, updating, and managing digital signage networks - from one screen, to thousands of screens. As cloud-based solutions, users can log in wherever an internet connection is available.

Images and videos can be uploaded into the Media section. These files then sit in the cloud, ready to be used in layouts and playlists, and can be scheduled for when they're required to be displayed. The Layouts section allows for content to be designed within the software. The WYSIWYG work area makes adding content quick and easy. Zones can be added anywhere on the screen, and can also be layered to provide creative and professional designs. Images, videos, text, shapes, apps, and dynamic data can all be added to a screen's layout, as well as transitions. Any piece of content can be scheduled to only display based on day, time, dates, weather, wind, tempreture, and internet connectivity. The user can preview how the design will look at any stage.

Details of the features for each of the software products indicated below :

Features

Media

Upload images and videos
Upload PDF, Word, Excel documents
Upload Powerpoint presentations
Free stock images
Display webpages
Display content via Tags
Media expiration
Schedule by time, days, dates
Schedule by weather, temperature
Upload fonts

Apps

Time and date
Weather forecast
RSS feeds
YouTube
Google maps
RSS feeds

Layouts

Custom resolutions
WYSIWYG editor
Multiple zones/layers
Hide zones/layers
Transitions
Add text
Preview layouts

Devices

LG WebOS screens
Samsung Tizen screens
Android
Brightsign
Windows

Device Management

Remote access
Live screenshots
Reboot devices
On/off scheduler
Device grouping
Offline email notifications

Other Features

Advanced scheduling
Folder management
Offline playback
Dynamic data

Other Features

Content

Images and videos are uploaded into the Media section and stored in the cloud. A variety of file formats are accepted.

Devices

A range of media players and 'System on chip' digital screens can be integrated directly with the software.

Layouts

Design and build screen layouts, including multiple zones to create a professional looking result.

Preview

Full layouts can be previewed by the user prior to publishing to the screens.

Screenshot

Retrieve live screenshots directly from screens to provide proof of what's displaying.

Notifications

Users can customise settings to receive an email if a screen goes offline.

Scheduling

Easily schedule content to display based on times, dates, days of the week, weather, and others.

Widgets

A selection of widgets are available, including time, date, weather, rss, webpage, plus others.

Folders

Folders and sub-folders can be used throughout the software to organise devices, media, layouts, and channels.

Interactive

Hydro CMS is fully compatible with touchscreens and creating interactive content.

Users

Unlimited users can be added, along with customised user roles and user groups.

Resolutions

Customised resolutions for any shaped screens - standard, stretch, video walls, and LED.

Secure

Reliable and secure hosting on Rackspace servers, accredited to PCI DSS, ISO27001, and ISAE 3402 Type II standards.

Easy

Hydro CMS is easy to use and has an intuative workflow process to accommodate all user skill levels.

Analytics *

Proof of play, on/off logs, and interactions are just some of the analytics available.
* add on feature

Data

Display dynamic data on digital screens, including Excel, CSV, JSON or XML sources.

Reliable

A reliable solution which will never display error messages or blank screens.

Cost-effective

Competitively priced software solution, without compromising any features.

Fonts

Upload any fonts for use when designing and creating layouts.

Distribution

Customise the distribution of content to all screens or selected screens.

Hydro Connect and Hydro CMS integrate directly with the following devices:

LG WebOS and Samsung SSSP digital screens are our recommended devices. They both allow our software to remotely : set on/off timers, reboot the screen, adjust volume level, upgrade firmware, and view screen information and network settings.