Solution Brief

Samsung
MagicINFO
Player S3
Simplify content management,
connectivity and cost control
Highlights
Customize content with an enhanced and straightforward
user interface (UX).
S
treamline content compatibility with MagicINFO Author
and MagicINFO Server.
I ncrease device connectivity and improve content
management with MagicINFO Server.
Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

Leverage streamlined usage and connectivity to

convey impactful content
As todays businesses increasingly rely on digital signage to
deliver promotional, branding and informational messaging,
the quality and delivery of content is more important than
ever. The cost and complexity of creating and distributing
immersive and impactful content can be challenging for many

In addition, MagicINFO Player S3 helps companies control

expenses while delivering superior digital messaging by
eliminating the requirement for an additional media player or
dedicated PC for Samsung SMART Signage.
Samsung MagicINFO Server simplifies connectivity to
displays, regardless of location, with a single server and
remote management. Samsung SMART Signage displays
with MagicINFO Player S3 are directly connected with
MagicINFO Server through a network, and can be remotely
managed and controlled.

Deliver enriched messaging and information in

virtually any business scenario
MagicINFO Player S3 offers a range of content
management, connectivity and deployment capabilities from
basic to advanced needs.

businesses, with connectivity as a key element of successful

digital messaging.
Samsung MagicINFO Player S3, running on the new
and powerful Samsung SMART Signage Platform (SSSP)
3.0 reduces digital signage complexity and opens new
opportunities for creative and effective digital messaging.
MagicINFO Player S3 is an easy-to-use content
management solution with a straightforward UX that enables
businesses to fully customize content, readily deploy it
through various devices and take advantage of the newest
technologies for connectivity and control.

Figure 1. MagicINFO Player S3 enables prompt delivery of business messages

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Revolutionize content creation, deployment and management

Standalond management of SMART Signage

Network management of SMART Signage

MagicINFO Player S3 is recommended for customers

To enhance management, MagicINFO Server can be

with basic standalone management needs. The solution

installed for advanced scheduling and management of

delivers easy content creation, efficient and streamlined

devices, playlists, content and license management from

content deployment, and simplified display operation, for

a central location. In addition, the server supports Wi-Fi

example, USB content playing. With MagicINFO Player

and wired remote management and network scheduling so

S3, customers can use a single standalone digital signage

a customer can use and control an SMART Signage from

display easily and efficiently without the need for network

anywhere.

management or an additional PC. In addition, they can

Create and customize content easily with a simple UX

autoplay content with USB memory or internal memory.

MagicINFO Authors PC-based simplified UX enables

MagicINFO Player S3 supports simple content creation with

users such as shop owners to readily create and deliver

images and videos stored in the display memory, along with

professional-looking, customized content, which can be

simple schedule management and powerful content playback

played with embedded MagicINFO Player S3 without the

functionality.

need for a PC.

Content created in MagicINFO Author also can be stored

and played with the USB playback function.

PC-less video wall usage

MagicINFO Player S3 is recommended for customers
with basic local management and professional central
management needs. SMART Signage video wall displays with
MagicINFO Player S3 eliminate the need for additional PCs
for each display because the embedded MagicINFO Player
S3 performs the role of a video wall media player or PC.
By connecting each display with a DisplayPort (DP) Daisy
Chain, a customer can easily configure a videowall without a
PC. By simply plugging in a USB memory device with content,
a user can readily distribute the content to multiple video
walls throughout the property.
MagicINFO I Player in a SBB is recommended for
customers who use video wall clients and need SMART
Signage with advanced functionalities such as interactive
content, mobile management and database integration.
Figure 2. Users cam create and customize content easily with templates and content scheduling
feature

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Enrich content and innovate deployment with advanced features

Gain enhanced functionality with new MagicINFO

Author features

NEW Font package. A multi-font package enables the

use of various fonts to highlight important points and
enhance the impact of advertising messages. Users can
select and apply multiple fonts to match unique content
and usage scenarios. After creating content and applying
fonts, users can send the content and the font package
from MagicINFO Author or Content Creator to a set of
displays for attractive and immersive presentation.

NEW Weather widget. A weather widget: AccuWeather

can be easily set up and displayed in multiple content
screens to enhance viewing and provide valuable
information.

NEW Data module. An included data module enables

content to be pulled in real time from a database source
for dynamic display, for example, in Quick Service
Restaurant (QSR) menu boards. No DataLink server or
MagicINFO Server are required for usage; only an MSSQL

MagicINFO Author includes a range of enhanced features

to simplify usage and provide powerful content creation,
editing and deployment capabilities.

NEW Decoration stickers. Various stickers and stamps

are provided to simplify creating and updating promotional
information and price tags. These elements are created in
MagicINFO Author using a PC, and can then be played
using MagicINFO Player S3 without a PC.

ENHANCED Dynamic effects. Premium dynamic display

transitions such as 3-D, Fade, Zoom, Fly-on and Reveal
can be used to maximize the effects and appearance of
advertising content.

NEW Pivot Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Display. A

streamlined feature enables users to select from various
portrait templates that display up to three content
elements, including PIP content, TV, video and slideshows.

NEW Web touch. A web touch feature delivers touch

functionality enabling users to easily touch navigate
websites with MagicINFO Premium Author. A new
template with a web URL zone is provided.

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Experience enhanced functionality while controlling costs

ENHANCED Backup play. A backup play option is set

up on the MagicINFO Server to ensure vital content
is constantly delivered even in the event of a display
malfunction. Backup content on the shared network
automatically plays on the main screen if the content
source of the main screen encounters any issues such as
an error or an unfindable signal.

Experience hassle-free content deployment through

various devices

NEW Sync play. A sync play function enables content

file synchronization so that the playback of identical or
different video files can be synced on multiple devices on
the same network.

Samsung SMART Signage TVs, but in response to numerous

MagicINFO Express 2.0 is a separate software program

that enables easy content creation and distribution through
a PC, smartphone or other mobile device such as a tablet.
This specialized software was originally developed for
customers requests for MagicINFO Player S3 support,
the software now enables customers to easily and intuitively
create content from pre-made templates or blank templates
and distribute the created content simply over Wi-Fi or USB

Increase device connectivity and extend content

management

memory.

MagicINFO Player S3 is compatible with multiple devices,

such as PCs and tablets, including full support for typical PC
compatibility, partial support for other brand displays with a
SBB, PIM or PC, and soon-to-be released Android device
compatibility.

Reduce TCO by lowering installation costs and

enabling network-based management
Powered by robust System-on-Chip (SoC) technology and
an embedded media player, SSSP 3.0 enables multiple
displays to be configured into a video wall or network without
any additional SBBs or PCs. MagicINFO Player S3 utilizes
SSSP's upgraded performance to divide, sync and distribute
output directly from the embedded media player. Users
can simply link Samsung SMART Signage displays with a
DisplayPort (DP) connection and configure the content to be
replicated on each display or enlarged over an entire video
wall. The content can be deployed using a conventional USB.
SSSP 3.0 provides superior convenience compared with
conventional signage usage. A unified server handles
Figure 3. Easily and intuitively create content with pre-made templates

standalone and video wall usage for simplified display

management. Samsung SMART Signage can be monitored
and controlled remotely over a network anywhere in the world
through the MagicINFO Server, as long as the user is online.
This feature eliminates the need for a user to be in the same
physical location as the Samsung SMART Signage, enabling
central management of multiple displays in various locations.

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Samsung MagicINFO Player S3

Samsung MagicINFO Player Function Comparison

MagicINFO S2

MagicINFO S3

MagicINFO I

Remarks

Maximum 50 each

Maximum 50 each

N/A

MagicINFO I
All display in the
same network

Sync Play between the Same Video files

Sync Play between the different Video files

Sync + Back-up Play

Font File Packaging via MagicINFO Author

Streaming via MagicINFO Server

MMS, RTP, RTSP,

HLS

MMS, RTP, RTSP

Streaming via MagicINFO Author

MMS

MMS, RTP, RTSP,

HLS

MMS, RTP, RTSP

Sync Number

Sync Play

Font

Streaming

USB Instant Play

AutoPlay

USB

N/A

Internal Memory

N/A

USB

N/A

Internal Memory

N/A

A.M. Data transfer to MagicINFO Server

Dynamic Content Play based on A.M.

Direct Play

Selected Play

Audience
Measurement

Firmware
Update

Download and Update

O (I Player update)

Main Firmware

Seamless (OTN-like)
Update

O (I Player update)

Micom Firmware

Download and Update

O (I Player update)

N/A

MagicINFO Server

O
(I Player update)

USB Disk

O (I Player un/reinstalled)

Unified MDC

N/A

Tap, Flick, Stretch,

Pinch, Drag

Tap, Flick, Stretch,

Pinch, Drag

Tap, Flick, Stretch,

Pinch, Drag

Detailed touch
gestures are
explained in other
guide documents.

Detailed touch
gestures are
explained in other
guide documents.

Update Main Firmware and Micom

Firmware simultaneously

Update via

MDC Cloning,
MagicINFO
Server Cloning
Remote
Controller

Interactive
Device

On Playing Content
Touch
Flash Interaction

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Samsung MagicINFO Player S3

Samsung MagicINFO Player Function Comparison

Supported
PC/Mobile
Software
for Content
Deployment
Services

MagicINFO S2

MagicINFO S3

MagicINFO I

MagicINFO Premium Author

MagicINFO Scheduler

Web Author

MagicINFO Express Content Creator II

Remarks

Same with SSTV app

MagicINFO Mobile Content Creator (1'st)

Same with SSTV app

MagicINFO Mobile Content Creator (2'nd)

Same with SSTV app

MagicINFO Tablet Content Creator (2'nd)

Same with SSTV app

DataLink

DataLink Indicator

SNMP

Crestron

Maximum 50 each

Maximum 50 each

Maximum 250 each

Video

AVI, MKV, ASF,

WMV,.MP4, MOV,
3GP, VRO, MPG,
MPEG, TS, TP, TRP,
MOV, FLV, VOB, SVI,
M2TS, MTS, DIVX

AVI, MKV, ASF,

WMV,.MP4, MOV,
3GP, VRO, MPG,
MPEG, TS, TP, TRP,
MOV, FLV, VOB, SVI,
M2TS, MTS, DIVX

MagicINFO I player
can play some of the
most popular video
formats by default
including: WMV,
MP2, MP4 and more

Image

JPG, JPEG, BMP,

PNG

JPG, JPEG, BMP,

PNG

JPG, JPEG, BMP,

PNG

Input Source

Ticker Message

External Source

NA

Video

NA

Image

NA

Sync Number

Video wall

DP Loop out
Video wall

Content

Content

Daisy chain video wall control

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Samsung MagicINFO Player S3

Samsung MagicINFO Player S3 Specification

MagicINFO S3

General

Compatibility between SMART

Signage and Template
Resolution
Background Music
Graphics
Font File Packaging

O
1,920 x 1,080 / 1,080 x 1,920
MP3
Vector Graphics

Image
Element

Supported content (file extensions)

Unusual Resolution Support
Streaming Video
Supported content
Supported resolution
Supported resolution

It depends on SBB (PC) hardware performance

AVI, MKV, ASF, WMV,.MP4, MOV, 3GP, VRO,

MPG, MPEG, TS, TP, TRP, MOV, FLV, VOB, SVI,
M2TS, MTS, DIVX

(Supported Codec and resolution is explained in

Codec Tables.)

1,080 x 1,920
MMS, RTP, RTSP, HLS
JPG, JPEG, BMP, PNG
1,280 x 720

Input Source
Element

Maximum number
Landscape
Portrait

1
1,920 x 1,080
1,072 x 720

Sound
Element

Supported content

MP3

PDF Element

Maximum number
Supported content

1
PDF

Office Element

Maximum number

Supported content

PPT, PPTX, DOC, DOCX

Maximum number

HTML4 video tag support

Touch/Mouse/Keyboard Interactive

O
X

Web Element

Shape Elements
WordArt Elements
Chart Elements
Table Element
Analog Clock Element
Digital Clock Element
Camera Device Element
Timer Element
Weather Element
Sticker (Stamp) Element
Data Module
MS-SQL, My-SQL
Element
Widget
Weather
Element

Up to 3,840 x 2,160

Author Packaging Only

Maximum Number

Video Element

Remarks

62 each
14 each
11 each
O
O
O
X
X
X
O
O
O

Effect

The Number of Effects

Network
Scheduling
Local
Scheduling
MagicINFO
Scheduler

Single Channel

243 each
(26 each - will be enhanced)
O

Multi-Channel

Single Channel

Multi-Channel

Single Channel

Multi-Channel

Flash Player v11.0, Air v3.0, SWF v13

It depends on SBB (PC) hardware regarding
performance

User should install Codec (for example: Ac3)

It depends on SBB (PC) hardware regarding

performance

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Samsung MagicINFO Player S3

MagicINFO Server Compatibility

2013 Server
MagicINFO S
2012
(B Model)

SOC
Player

2013
(C Model)

MagicINFO S3

2014 Server
(300x)

2015 Server
(310x)

MagicINFO I

Remarks

Lite

O*

O*

O*

Lite

O*

O*

Premium S

O*

O*

O*

O*

VideoWall S
2014
(D Model)

S2

O*

O*

O*

2015
(D Model)

S3

O*

O*

O*

Premium i

Need upgrade to 2015 Player I

Need upgrade to 2015 Player I

Need upgrade to 2015 Player I

Need upgrade to 2015 Player I

~ 2013

SBB Player

VideoWall i
2014

Player I

O*

O*

Need upgrade to 2015 Player I

2015

Player I

O*

O*

O*

O* Supported, but the feature is limited to a previous version Player or Server.

2013 Server version: Older than 2004 version should be patched to 2005 version.
The customer can download a server patch program from the SLM website, https://v3.samsunggsbn.com.

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Legal and additional information

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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measurements are approximate. All data were deemed correct at time of
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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. inspires the world and shapes

the future with transformative ideas and technologies,
redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices,
tablets, cameras, digital appliances, printers, medical
equipment, network systems and semiconductors. We are
also leading in the Internet of Things space through, among

AccuWeather is a registered trademark of AccuWeather, Inc.

others, our Digital Health and Smart Home initiatives. We

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Association.

employ 307,000 people across 84 countries. To discover

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Microsoft SQL (MS.SQL) is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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For more information

For more information about Samsung MagicINFO Player
S3, visit www.samsung.com or

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

www.samsung.com/displaysolution.

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www.samsung.com
2015-07