Setup Guide

Follow these steps to prepare, install and activate Mago for Display on your Android device.

1

Install the Mago App

You can install Mago for Display from one of the following sources:

  • Google Play Store (Android TV / GoogleTV)

  • Amazon FireTV Store (FireTV devices)

  • Neat AppHub (Neat video bars)

  • Direct APK download from Mago Admin Center

After installation, launch the Mago app.

2

Grant Required Permissions

When launched for the first time, Mago for Display will request permissions.

Required permissions include:

  • Microphone & Camera for video conferencing

  • Networking & Local Discovery for pairing, casting and screen sharing

  • Display over other apps (if prompted)

Grant these permissions when prompted. You can change permissions later via: Settings → Apps → Mago → Permissions

3

Disable “Pause app activity if unused”

This Android feature automatically restricts apps that haven’t been used for a while. If enabled, the system may stop Mago for Display in the background, revoke permissions or suspend essential services. This can interrupt signage, pairing, casting or meeting startup. For continuous operation in meeting rooms, keep this option disabled.

4

Activate the Device

To activate Mago for Display:

  1. Sign in to admin.mago.io with your Admin Center account.

  2. Add or verify your license keys under Licenses.

  3. On the Mago for Display screen, follow the on-screen activation steps.

  4. Name the device when prompted.

  5. The device will appear under Devices in the Admin Center.

5

Configure Policies

In Mago Admin Center:

  1. Go to Policies

  2. Create or assign policies for:

    • Appearance (logo, background, theme)

    • Digital signage playlists

    • Device settings and restrictions

  3. Apply the policy to your device or group

  4. The device will update over the air (OTA)

6

Verify Device Operation

After activation:

  • Confirm date/time are correct

  • Confirm network connectivity

  • Test Mago Meet

  • Test Wireless screen sharing (magolink.com)

  • Test external USB videobar (if used)

  • Test touchscreen input (if the device is interactive)

The device is now ready for use.

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