What was released?
Enhanced battery monitoring and alerts
We are pleased to introduce a major upgrade to Mercato’s small-format screens' battery manager. Screens now report several critical battery metrics to the dashboard, including battery current and average current (amps), temperature, and voltage.
This allows for better management of the screen’s remotely monitored power status. The update checks if the screen is receiving enough power (amperage). It also helps detect if the screen is using an unauthorised power adapter or is plugged into a wall USB port.
Quick access of play data across multiple ads
Quickly generate proof of play reports for multiple ads with just a few clicks.
Go to the Media Listing or Venue Events page and select one or more ads. Click on "Generate Proof of Play” from the actions menu. Users will get instant access to the detailed data you need.
Small format – location tracking
Now available directly from the MDS dashboard — users can view device location and history on an interactive map using the device’s GPS coordinates.
Tap the three-dot menu on the screen listing or profile page and select “View Device Location” to see device location details.
Weight support for creative assets
Control how often each asset is displayed based on its assigned weight.
For example, you can set one asset to appear 80% of the time and another 20%, providing greater flexibility and control over content distribution.
Maximise ad loop utilisation
Users can now define campaigns to fill any unused ad spots according to their loop policy.
Fill to Loop Length: Automatically filling the remaining loop duration with filler content.
Play When Idle: Only displays filler content when no other campaigns are booked.
One Per Cycle: Plays one filler ad per cycle if the ad cycle isn’t fully booked.
In-app notifications (dashboard)
Users can mention others directly in comments across advertisers / agencies, venues, campaigns, and signs.
By typing "@" followed by a user’s name, you can now easily bring their attention to specific discussions. Once mentioned, the user will receive an in-app notification inside the dashboard, ensuring they are alerted and can engage with the relevant comment. This enables collaboration and keeps all users in the loop.
