Provider connection settings
Connecting a Cognimatics feed
The Cognimatics feed provider allows integration with Cognimatics devices for audience measurement data, such as people counting, queue monitoring, and demographics analysis.
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.
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:
| Period Option | Description |
|---|---|
| None | No time range is applied. |
| Today | Data for today only. |
| Yesterday | Data for yesterday only. |
| Manual | Custom date range selection. |
5. Data Fields Returned by the Cognimatics Feed
People Counter
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Name | String | Name of the reader. |
| Serial | String | Serial number of the software. |
| In | Integer | Number of people who entered. |
| Out | Integer | Number of people who left. |
| People Inside | Integer | Difference between In and Out values. |
| Timestamp | Date/Time | Time of data recording. |
One-Way Flow Monitoring
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Name | String | Name of the reader. |
| Serial | String | Serial number of the software. |
| In | Integer | Number of people who entered. |
| Out | Integer | Number of people who left. |
| People Inside | Integer | Difference between In and Out values. |
| Timestamp | Date/Time | Time of data recording. |
Queue Monitoring
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Serial | String | Serial number of the software. |
| Name | String | Device name. |
| Region 1 Name | String | Name of Region 1. |
| Region 1 People | Integer | People in Region 1. |
| People Inside | Integer | Total number of people in all regions. |
| Region 2 Name | String | Name of Region 2. |
| Region 2 People | Integer | People in Region 2. |
| Region 3 Name | String | Name of Region 3. |
| Region 3 People | Integer | People in Region 3. |
| Timestamp | Date/Time | Time of data recording. |
Occupancy Monitoring
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Name | String | Name of the reader. |
| Serial | String | Serial number of the software. |
| In | Integer | Number of people who entered. |
| Out | Integer | Number of people who left. |
| People Inside | Integer | Difference between In and Out values. |
| Timestamp | Date/Time | Time of data recording. |
Demographics Analysis
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Time Start | Date/Time | First recorded face observation. |
| Time End | Date/Time | Last recorded face observation. |
| Gender Average | Integer | -1 = Female, 1 = Male. |
| Age Average | Integer | Estimated average age. |
| Boxsize Average | Integer | Estimated average face box size. |
| Gender Last | Integer | Last recorded gender. |
| Age Last | Integer | Last recorded age. |
| Boxsize Last | Integer | Last recorded box size. |
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.