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Getting started with VMcast

Build custom healthcare broadcasts for your waiting room TV and more. You can include patient education videos, custom slides, and even your own videos!

Written by Randall Elmo
Updated this week

Things you will need

To use VMcast, you will need a few things:

Install VMcast on your device

There are many ways to connect a network device to your TV. Depending on your chosen hardware, install VMcast using one of these methods:

Manage your stream in Control Center

The VMcast Control Center is where you manage your VMcast stream(s). A stream that says "Setup Stream" needs some information to be ready for streaming.

Build a broadcast loop (required)

A broadcast loop is a collection of content you put together to play in the main area of your TV. It can include ViewMedica videos, public health videos, text and image slides and your own videos.

Build a side frame loop (optional)

Spotlight information at the same time your broadcast loop is playing by adding a loop to the side of your TV screen. This is a great area to introduce staff members, add in weather slides, or make general office announcements.

Build a bottom frame loop (optional)

Add another layer of information that runs at the same time your broadcast loop is playing by adding a loop to the bottom of your TV screen. This is a great area to add in news feeds, weather slides, or make general office announcements.

Build a top frame loop (optional)

Create another layer of information that runs at the same time your broadcast loop is playing by adding a loop to the top of your TV screen. This area at the top of your TV area is meant for messages, RSS feeds, or weather.

Preview and play your VMcast stream

Preview your VMcast stream right in the Control Center by clicking the "Preview Stream" button. Or, click "Send Changes to TV" to view you’re updates directly on the TV.

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