How to Configurate and Use Working Hours (Power Scheduling) for Device On/Off in DISPL CMS

Summary / Introduction

This article explains how to configure Working Hours in DISPL CMS to automatically turn devices on and off according to a schedule. It covers the requirements, supported device types, and troubleshooting steps—organized by platform for easy reference.

Prerequisites

• Hardware: Device must support ACPI sleep/power states (S0, S1, S2, S3) if applicable.
• Firmware/BIOS: Power management features must be enabled in BIOS/UEFI for PC-based devices.
• Permissions:
  • Linux: DISPL Player must be run as root (sudo).
  • Windows: Admin rights may be required.
• Supported Devices/OS:
  • DISPL Box V1 (Android, select models)
  • DISPL Box V2 (Windows)
  • DISPL Box V3 (Linux)
  • Windows and Linux PCs
  • Tizen and webOS TV panels

Platform-Specific Setup

Tizen & webOS TV Panels

• Working Hours is always supported.
• No special configuration is required.
• You can directly set the power schedule in the DISPL CMS device settings.

DISPL Box V1 (Android, select models)

• Supported only on specific models (contact support for details).
• Power scheduling options will appear automatically in the CMS if your model supports them.
• No additional OS or BIOS configuration required.

DISPL Box V2 (Windows) & Windows PCs

Prerequisites

• Hardware must support ACPI sleep states (S0–S3).
• BIOS/UEFI power management features must be enabled.
• Windows administrative rights may be required.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Check and Enable BIOS/UEFI Power States
   • Reboot and enter BIOS/UEFI (press Del, F2, etc.).
   • Find and enable ACPI sleep/hibernation modes (S0–S3).
   • Make sure “Wake timers” are allowed.
   • Save and exit.
     
2. Configure Windows Power Options
   • Go to Control Panel > Power Options.
   • Ensure Allow wake timers is enabled.
   • Confirm sleep/hibernation is allowed.
     
3. Enable Working Hours in DISPL CMS
   • If your hardware and settings are correct, you’ll see the Working Hours block in device settings.
   • Set the schedule for when the device should power on/off.
     
4. Troubleshooting
   • If the device does not wake as scheduled:
     • Re-check BIOS/UEFI and Windows power settings.
     • Verify the CMOS battery is functional.
     • Ensure DISPL Player is up to date.

DISPL Box V3 (Linux) & Linux x86_64 Devices

Prerequisites

• Hardware must support ACPI sleep states (S0–S3).
• BIOS/UEFI power management must be enabled.
• DISPL Player must be run as root (sudo privileges).

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Check and Enable BIOS/UEFI Power States
   • Reboot and enter BIOS/UEFI (Del, F2, etc.).
   • Enable ACPI sleep/hibernation states (S0–S3).
   • Enable wake timers if available.
   • Save and exit.
2. Run DISPL Player with Sudo
   • Open the terminal.
   • Launch DISPL Player with root privileges:

     sudo displ-player
     

3. Enable Working Hours in DISPL CMS
   • If requirements are met, the Working Hours block will be visible in device settings.
   • Set your desired power schedule.
     
4. Troubleshooting
   • If scheduled wake does not occur:
     • Re-check ACPI and BIOS/UEFI settings.
     • Ensure the device’s internal battery (CMOS) is working.
     • Confirm you are running DISPL Player as root.

Tips & Reminders

• Missing Working Hours Option?
  Double-check your hardware, BIOS/UEFI, and OS settings as above.
• Still Not Working?
  Contact the DISPL technical team and provide device details and your current configuration for assistance.