This guide explains how to set up a Cisco Room Bar as a digital signage and connect it to both Cisco Webex Control Hub and the GoBright Digital signage.
Important Information
Before you begin, please note:
- Cisco devices are managed through Webex Control Hub.
- A Workspace in Cisco corresponds to a Space in GoBright.
- Multiple Cisco devices can be assigned to a single Workspace.
- You will need administrator access to Webex Control Hub and GoBright Portal.
1. Create a Workspace in Cisco Webex Control Hub
Step 1.1: Sign In to Webex Control Hub
Open: https://admin.webex.com
Sign in with your administrator account.
Step 1.2: Create a Workspace
From the left navigation menu: Workspaces → Add Workspace
Step 1.3: Configure Workspace Details
Enter the required information:
- Workspace Name
Click Next to proceed to the next step
Step 1.4: Select device type
Choose the Cisco device you want to register.
In this case it would be Cisco Room and desk device
Click Next to proceed to the next step
Step 1.5: Select workspace services
Choose None in the "Calling" section for a standalone Room Navigator, BYOD device or Microsoft Teams Rooms.
Click Next to proceed to the next step
Step 1.6: Choose activation method
Select Activation code
Click Next to proceed to get the activation code.
Use this code on the Room Bar to complete the Cisco registration process.
2. Configure the Cisco Room Bar
Step 2.1: Power On the Device
Connect to the display and power up the Cisco Room bar. If this is the first boot, the device will display the Welcome screen. In the bottom left corner you will be able to see the IP address of the device.
Step 2.2: Login to Local device control
Open a web browser on your computer and type the Cisco Bar IP address in the address bar
As a first-time user, you will need to set up a new password. Log in using "admin" as the username and leave the password field blank.
On the next screen, you will be prompted to change your passphrase. Enter and confirm your new password to complete the setup process.
Step 2.3: Configure Cisco bar device (Time zone)
Once you will land on the home page of the Cisco bar local interface, you will need to configure the correct time zone.
Step 2.4: Register the Cisco bar device in Webex
A new pop-up window will appear, where you can enter the activation code you received when creating the workspace (or adding new device in Webex).
Once the device has been successfully registered, you will be able to continue configuring through the Cisco Webex Control Hub (Section 4.1).
3. Add new Cisco Devices
If you want to add additional devices in your workspace, follow the next steps.
Step 3.1: Open the Devices Section
In Webex Control Hub, navigate to:
Devices and select: Add Device
Step 3.2: Select Shared Usage
Choose: Shared Usage
Then click: Next
Step 3.3: Select the workspace
Choose one of the following:
- Existing Workspace
- New Workspace
Select the workspace created in the previous steps.
Step 3.4: Select Device Type
Choose the Cisco device you want to register.
In this case it would be Cisco Room and desk services
Step 3.5: Generate Activation Code
At the end of the setup process, Webex Control Hub will display an activation code.
Use this code to complete the Cisco registration process.
4. Configure the GoBright Digital signage
4.1 Setting up Digital signage on the Cisco Room Bar device
In Cisco Webex Control Hub page, navigate to the "Devices" section from the left-hand side bar and select the concerned Cisco room bar device from the list. On the device configuration page in the "Configration" section select the "Digital signage" option.
- Digital signage
- Interactivity
https://t1s.gobright.cloud/player
Important: Make sure to replace t1 with your own portal tenant if needed.
For example: t2, t3, uk1, etc.
https://support.gobright.com/hc/en-us/articles/24404751235356-Web-Player
With the activation code you're able to go to the next step and activate the display in the GoBright portal