Steps to Add or Modify a Cognimatics Data Provider
1. Start the Data Provider Wizard
- Follow the steps in Adding a Data Provider or Editing a Data Provider.
- Choose Cognimatics as the provider type.
2. Configure Cognimatics Connection Settings
- Enter the HTTP Address (IP Address) of the Cognimatics application.
- Alternatively, specify a manual URL with all parameters.
3. Select the Active Source
- Choose the installed and active source from the list.
- Only one source can be active at a time.
- Selecting an inactive source will result in a 404 error when testing.
4. Select Data Type: Real-Time or Period
Real-Time Data
- Displays current people count entering or leaving a location.
Period-Based Data
- Retrieves statistical results for a specific period:
5. Data Fields Returned by the Cognimatics Feed
People Counter
One-Way Flow Monitoring
Queue Monitoring
Occupancy Monitoring
Demographics Analysis
6. Finish the Setup
- Click Next to proceed.
- Complete the wizard as described in Adding a Data Provider.
Important Considerations
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Ensure the Correct Source is Selected:
- If an inactive source is selected, the Preview button will return a 404 error.
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Verify Network Access:
- If using PADS4 Data Server, ensure the Cognimatics feed is accessible from the server’s network.
- If not using a Data Server, each PADS4 Viewer must have direct access to the Cognimatics feed.
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Review Cognimatics Documentation:
- For detailed field descriptions and device configurations, refer to Cognimatics official documentation.
Troubleshooting
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No data appearing?
- Verify the HTTP Address/IP is correct.
- Ensure the Cognimatics device is powered on and active.
- Check if the correct source is selected.
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Unexpected data values?
- Confirm the selected time range matches the data you expect.
- If using Real-Time Mode, ensure the data feed is updating.
By setting up a Cognimatics data feed in PADS4, businesses can analyze customer flow, queue times, and demographic insights in real-time, optimizing their digital signage content and operations.