Display URL and QR Code Setup

Set up your display using URL or QR code

10 min readLast updated: 12/4/2024298 found helpful

Display URL and QR Code Setup

Learn how to find, use, and manage your unique display URL and QR code for easy setup across all your display devices.

Understanding Your Display URL

What is a Display URL?

Your display URL is a unique web address that shows your customized flight display:

https://lobbyflight.com/display/[your-unique-id]

Example: https://lobbyflight.com/display/hotel-vienna-478d2f9a

Key Features:

  • Unique to your hotel
  • Never changes
  • Works on any device
  • No login required
  • Publicly accessible
  • Automatically uses your settings

    • URL Security

    Your URL is:

  • ✅ Safe to share with staff
  • ✅ Can be used on multiple displays
  • ✅ Cannot be guessed (cryptographic ID)
  • ✅ Cannot access your portal
  • ✅ Read-only (no changes possible)

    • Your URL is NOT:

  • ❌ A security risk
  • ❌ Editable by viewers
  • ❌ Connected to payment info
  • ❌ Able to modify settings

    • Finding Your Display URL

    Method 1: Portal Dashboard

  • Log into portal
  • Dashboard shows URL in Status Panel
  • Click copy icon to copy

    • Method 2: Preview Section

  • Navigate to Portal → Preview
  • URL displayed prominently at top
  • Multiple action buttons available

    • Method 3: Quick Access

    Portal → Preview → Display Setup

Your Display URL:
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ https://lobbyflight.com/display/abc123  │
│                                         │
│ [Copy] [Email] [QR Code] [Open]       │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘

    Using Your Display URL

    Manual Entry Method

    On your display device:

  • Open Web Browser

    • ```

    Recommended: Chrome

    Alternative: Edge, Firefox, Safari

    ```

  • Enter URL

    • - Tap address bar

    - Type or paste full URL

    - Include https://

    - Press Enter/Go

  • Wait for Load

    • - Logo appears (3 seconds)

    - Flight data loads (5-10 seconds)

    - Full display ready (15 seconds)

  • Verify Display

    • - Check your branding appears

    - Confirm flights are showing

    - Watch for auto-refresh

    Copy and Paste Method

    From a computer:

  • Copy URL from portal
  • Email to yourself
  • Open email on display device
  • Click link to open

    • From mobile:

  • Copy URL from portal
  • Switch to browser
  • Paste in address bar
  • Open link

    • QR Code Method

    Fastest setup option!

  • Display QR code on computer screen
  • Open camera on Android device
  • Point at QR code
  • Tap notification to open
  • Display loads automatically

    • QR Code Generation and Use

    Accessing Your QR Code

    In the Portal:

    Preview → Display Setup → QR Code

┌───────────────┐
│  ███████████  │
│  █ ▄▄▄▄▄▄▄ █  │  Your Display
│  █ █     █ █  │  QR Code
│  █ █▄▄▄▄▄█ █  │
│  ███████████  │
└───────────────┘

[Download PNG] [Download SVG] [Print]

    QR Code Formats

    PNG Format:

  • Best for: Printing, emails
  • Size: 1024x1024 pixels
  • Background: White
  • Use: Physical handouts

    • SVG Format:

  • Best for: Scaling, web use
  • Size: Infinitely scalable
  • Background: Transparent
  • Use: Digital documents

    • Using QR Codes

    For Single Display:

  • Show QR on setup computer
  • Scan with display device
  • Opens directly in browser
  • Add to home screen

    • For Multiple Displays:

  • Print QR code
  • Laminate for durability
  • Attach near each display
  • Staff can scan to reset

    • For IT Department:

  • Include in setup documentation
  • Add to device management system
  • Use for remote troubleshooting
  • Quick recovery after issues

    • Setting Up Multiple Displays

    Same URL on All Displays

    Your single URL works on unlimited displays:

    Display 1: Lobby        → same URL
Display 2: Restaurant   → same URL
Display 3: Bar          → same URL
Display 4: Conference   → same URL

    All show identical content synchronized.

    Deployment Strategies

    Manual Setup:

  • Visit each display location
  • Enter URL or scan QR
  • Add to home screen
  • Configure kiosk mode

    • Remote Setup:

  • Use device management software
  • Push URL to all devices
  • Set as homepage
  • Configure auto-start

    • IT-Managed Setup:

  • Create deployment package
  • Include URL and settings
  • Deploy via network
  • Monitor centrally

    • Making Display Permanent

    Add to Home Screen (Android)

    Chrome Browser:

  • Open your display URL
  • Tap menu (⋮)
  • Select "Add to Home screen"
  • Name: "LobbyFlight"
  • Tap "Add"
  • Icon appears on home

    • Samsung Internet:

  • Open display URL
  • Tap menu (≡)
  • Select "Add page to"
  • Choose "Home screen"
  • Confirm name
  • Tap "Add"

    • Set as Homepage

    Chrome Settings:

  • Chrome → Settings
  • Homepage → On
  • Enter custom URL
  • Paste display URL
  • Save

    • Benefits:

  • Opens on browser launch
  • Quick recovery from closes
  • One-tap access

    • Create Desktop Shortcut (Windows)

  • Right-click desktop
  • New → Shortcut
  • Enter display URL
  • Name: "LobbyFlight Display"
  • Finish
  • Optional: Change icon

    • Bookmark for Quick Access

    All Browsers:

  • Open display URL
  • Bookmark (⭐ or Ctrl+D)
  • Name: "Flight Display"
  • Save to bookmarks bar
  • One-click access

    • URL Best Practices

    Documentation

    Record Your URL:

    Hotel Display Information
========================
Display URL: https://lobbyflight.com/display/abc123
Portal Login: admin@hotel.com
Setup Date: 2024-01-15
IT Contact: it@hotel.com

    Sharing Safely

    DO Share With:

  • ✅ IT department
  • ✅ Front desk staff
  • ✅ Maintenance team
  • ✅ Display installers

    • DON'T Share:

  • ❌ Portal password
  • ❌ Payment information
  • ❌ Admin credentials
  • ❌ API keys

    • Backup Access

    Create Multiple Access Points:

  • Email to IT team
  • Print QR code
  • Document in manual
  • Save in password manager
  • Bookmark on browsers

    • Advanced URL Features

    URL Parameters (Optional)

    Add parameters for testing:

    Force Refresh:

    ?refresh=true
Forces immediate data refresh

    Debug Mode:

    ?debug=true
Shows technical information

    Language Override:

    ?lang=de
Forces German language

    Example:

    https://lobbyflight.com/display/abc123?lang=de&refresh=true

    URL Shortcuts

    Create Custom Shortcuts:

    Windows Batch File:

    start chrome --kiosk "https://lobbyflight.com/display/abc123"

    Linux Shell Script:

    #!/bin/bash
chromium-browser --kiosk "https://lobbyflight.com/display/abc123"

    Android Intent:

    am start -a android.intent.action.VIEW -d "https://lobbyflight.com/display/abc123"

    Troubleshooting URL Issues

    URL Not Working

    Check These First:

  • Correct URL copied completely
  • Include https:// prefix
  • No extra spaces
  • Internet connection active
  • Browser is updated

    • Display Shows Error

    "Display Not Found":

  • Verify URL is correct
  • Check account is active
  • Confirm subscription valid

    • "Configuration Error":

  • Portal settings incomplete
  • No airports selected
  • Return to portal setup

    • QR Code Won't Scan

    Common Issues:

  • Screen brightness too low
  • QR code too small
  • Camera lens dirty
  • QR code damaged/partial

    • Solutions:

  • Increase brightness
  • Download larger QR
  • Clean camera lens
  • Regenerate QR code

    • Multiple Display Sync Issues

    If Displays Show Different Content:

  • Verify same URL used
  • Check refresh timing
  • Clear cache on all
  • Restart browsers

    • URL Management

    If URL is Compromised

    While URLs are safe, if concerned:

  • Contact support immediately
  • Request URL rotation
  • Update all displays
  • Document new URL

    • Email: security@rifadigital.com

    Subject: URL Reset Request

    Monitoring URL Usage

    In Portal Analytics (Pro/Premium):

  • View count per day
  • Geographic location
  • Device types
  • Peak usage times

    • URL Best Practices

    DO:

  • ✅ Test URL before deployment
  • ✅ Document in multiple places
  • ✅ Train staff on access
  • ✅ Keep QR code handy
  • ✅ Verify monthly

    • DON'T:

  • ❌ Post publicly online
  • ❌ Include in marketing
  • ❌ Modify URL structure
  • ❌ Share portal password
  • ❌ Ignore security emails

    • Quick Setup Checklist

    For Single Display:

  • [ ] Copy display URL from portal
  • [ ] Open browser on display device
  • [ ] Enter/paste URL
  • [ ] Wait for full load
  • [ ] Add to home screen
  • [ ] Configure kiosk mode
  • [ ] Test refresh cycle

    • For Multiple Displays:

  • [ ] Document URL centrally
  • [ ] Create QR code prints
  • [ ] Prepare setup guide
  • [ ] Train setup staff
  • [ ] Deploy systematically
  • [ ] Verify all displays
  • [ ] Monitor from portal

    • Integration Options

    Digital Signage Systems

    Many digital signage systems can display web content:

    Compatible Systems:

  • Samsung MagicInfo
  • LG SuperSign
  • BrightSign
  • Xibo
  • Screenly

    • Setup:

  • Add web widget/zone
  • Enter display URL
  • Set to full screen
  • Configure refresh

    • Smart TV Apps

    For Smart TVs with browsers:

  • Open TV browser
  • Navigate to URL
  • Add to favorites
  • Set as homepage

    • Limitations:

  • May need manual refresh
  • Limited kiosk options
  • Performance varies

    • Summary

    Your Display URL is the key to LobbyFlight:

  • One URL for all displays
  • QR Code for quick setup
  • No login required on displays
  • Works everywhere with internet
  • Automatically updated with your settings

    • Keep your URL handy and your displays will always show the latest flight information!

    Next Steps:

  • Configure Kiosk Mode
  • Set Up Multiple Displays
  • Troubleshoot Display Issues

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