Moving from MagicINFO On-Premise
to Samsung VXT
MagicINFO On-Premise is approaching end of life. Planning the transition early helps avoid disruption. VXT provides a cloud-based alternative with reduced maintenance and greater flexibility.
What Samsung VXT Adds Beyond MagicINFO On-Premise
Samsung VXT is not just a replacement. It is a next-generation platform built on Samsung VXT 4.0 with capabilities MagicINFO On-Premise was never designed for.
AI-Powered Content Generation
Automatically generate and optimise display content using advanced AI. Reduce creation time and improve visual quality without design resources.
CMS Transformer
Automated migration from MagicINFO On-Premise. Converts existing configurations, templates, and schedules directly into VXT format.
Advanced Energy Management
Real-time monitoring and optimisation of display power consumption. Cut energy costs and support sustainability targets across the network.
Enhanced Remote Management
Extensive remote device control including power, panel status, input source, volume, firmware updates, and live content view from a single dashboard.
Cloud-Native Platform
Built for scalability and reliability from the ground up. Faster updates, better uptime, and no on-premise server maintenance required.
Playback Reporting
VXT provides playback statistics in plain text format. Graphical reporting dashboards are not currently available but can be achieved via the PowerBI integration.
Side by Side: What Stays and What Changes
VXT keeps what works well in MagicINFO On-Premise and adds what was missing.
- Familiar CMS interface
- Content scheduling and playlists
- Remote device management
- Multi-zone layouts
- User roles and permissions
- Samsung hardware support (Tizen)
- On-premise server hosting
- Graphical reports and playback statistics
- Basic energy controls
- Manual content creation only
- Conditional and smart scheduling
- Overlay messages
- Similar interface, low learning curve
- Content scheduling and playlists
- Extensive remote management Enhanced
- Multi-zone layouts
- User roles and permissions
- Android, Windows, and web platforms New
- Cloud-native architecture New
- Plain text playback statistics (graphical via PowerBI) Changed
- Real-time energy optimisation Enhanced
- AI-powered content generation New
- No conditional or smart scheduling Gap
- No overlay messages Gap
Detailed Feature Comparison
How VXT stacks up against MagicINFO On-Premise across every category.
| Feature | MagicINFO On-Premise | Samsung VXT managed by VXT Services by ScreenCom Group | What's Different |
|---|---|---|---|
| Content Management | |||
| Content scheduling | Yes | Yes | Enhanced automation |
| Playlist management (incl. nested) | Yes | Yes | |
| Web Author / content creation | Yes | Yes | 250+ templates, PIRS apps, widgets |
| HTML5 widgets and web content | Yes | Yes | |
| Office files (PDF, Word, PowerPoint) | Yes | Yes | |
| Multiple channels | Yes | Yes | |
| AI content generation | No | Yes | Full AI suite (new) |
| Conditional scheduling (Rule-set) | Yes | No | Not available in VXT |
| Smart scheduling (content/device tags) | Yes | No | Not available in VXT |
| Overlay messages | Yes | No | Not available in VXT |
| Streaming content (MMS, RTSP, HLS) | Yes | Planned | On VXT roadmap |
| CMS Transformer (auto migration) | N/A | Yes | Automated migration tool (new) |
| Device Management | |||
| Remote device control (power, volume, input) | Yes | Yes | Extensive hardware control |
| Remote firmware updates | Yes | Yes | |
| Live content view | Yes | Yes | |
| Remote device restart | Yes | Yes | |
| Disable physical remote/buttons | Yes | Yes | |
| User roles and permissions | Yes | Yes | |
| SSO integration (SAML / OAuth) | Yes | Yes | |
| Available API | Yes | Yes | |
| Hardware and Compatibility | |||
| Samsung displays (Tizen) | Yes | Yes | |
| Android, Windows, web platforms | No | Yes | Multi-platform support (new) |
| Third-party Windows computers | Yes | Yes | |
| Legacy hardware (S3/S4) | Yes | No | Modern displays only |
| W-player functionalities (S6+) | Yes | Yes | |
| Integrations | |||
| Microsoft PowerBI | No | Yes | Built-in integration (new) |
| SharePoint | No | Yes | Built-in integration (new) |
| DataLink / DataSync | DataLink | DataSync | DataSync is VXT's successor to DataLink |
| Infrastructure | |||
| Hosting model | On-premise | Cloud-native | No server maintenance (new) |
| Energy management | Basic | Advanced | Real-time optimisation (new) |
| Graphical reports | Yes | No | Plain text only; use PowerBI for dashboards |
| Custom logo option | Yes | Yes | |
| Service and Support | |||
| Managed by | Self-managed | VXT Services by ScreenCom Group (fully managed) | Fully managed service |
| Platform updates | Manual | Automatic (cloud) | Always up to date |
| Future development | Maintenance only | Active roadmap | Samsung-driven innovation |
How the Migration Works
A structured path from MagicINFO On-Premise to VXT, managed by VXT Services by ScreenCom Group.
Assessment
Review of the current MagicINFO On-Premise setup and definition of a migration plan
Hardware Check
Assessment of display compatibility and planning of any required upgrades
CMS Transformer
Automated tool converts MagicINFO On-Premise configurations into VXT
Content Migration
Migration of content libraries and enablement on the new platform
Go Live
Transition to VXT with support from VXT Services
Important Considerations
A few things to keep in mind when evaluating VXT as a migration path.
Multi-Platform Support
VXT supports Android, Windows, and web platforms. It is not limited to Samsung Tizen hardware.
Cloud-Only Platform
VXT is cloud-hosted with no on-premise deployment option. All management happens through the cloud platform.
Legacy Hardware
VXT requires modern displays. Older S3/S4 hardware is not supported. If legacy devices are in use, a hardware refresh or external player may be needed.
Feature Gaps
Conditional scheduling, smart scheduling, overlay messages, and graphical reporting are not available in VXT. Streaming content is planned for a future release.
Ready to Explore VXT?
The Migration Desk can walk through VXT's capabilities and help determine if it is the right fit.