TV Display & Leaderboard Guide

Overview

The TV Display system turns any screen into a dynamic information hub for your lobby or course. Show live leaderboards, upcoming events, announcements, sponsor rotations, and real-time course stats. Just open the display URL on a smart TV or connected device.

Plan required: Standard plan or higher.

Before You Start

Standard plan subscription active
A TV or monitor with a web browser (Smart TV, Chromecast, Fire Stick, or connected laptop)
Stable Wi-Fi for the display device
Content ready: announcements, event info, sponsor logos

Step-by-Step Setup

1

Enable TV Display

Go to Dashboard → Manage → TV Display tab. Toggle "Enable TV Display" to ON. This generates your unique display URL.

2

Configure Display Content

Choose what to show: live leaderboard, today's schedule, announcements, sponsor rotation, and/or course stats. Enable or disable each section.

3

Add Announcements

Create scrolling announcements for specials, events, or important info. Set display duration and rotation timing.

4

Open on Your TV

Navigate to your display URL on the TV's browser. For the best experience, use a streaming device (Chromecast, Fire Stick) or a connected laptop in fullscreen mode.

5

Test Live Updates

Have a player enter scores on a scorecard and verify they appear on the TV leaderboard in real-time.

Configuration

Display Content

Live Leaderboard: Shows current top scores in real-time. Auto-updates via WebSocket.
Announcements: Scrolling text messages. Great for specials, events, and course rules.
Today's Schedule: Upcoming bookings and events for the day.
Course Stats: Players today, rounds completed, course record holder.
Tournament Mode: During active tournaments, the display automatically switches to tournament leaderboard.

Layout Options

Theme: Dark mode (default) or light mode. Match your venue's aesthetic.
Rotation: Cycle between content sections automatically (e.g., leaderboard for 30s, announcements for 15s).
Orientation: Landscape (default) or portrait mode. Portrait works well for narrow display spaces.
Auto-Refresh: Display auto-refreshes periodically to stay current. No manual intervention needed.

Sponsor Integration

Sponsor Rotation: Sponsor logos rotate in a dedicated section of the display.
Display Duration: Set how long each sponsor logo shows (5-30 seconds).
Full-Screen Takeover: Premium sponsors can have a full-screen ad between content rotations.
Integration: Sponsors added in the Sponsorship tab automatically appear on TV displays. See Sponsorship Guide.

Example Scenario

Scenario: How Neon Putt's Lobby TV Drives Repeat Visits

Illustrative example with projected results. Not based on a specific customer.

Neon Putt in Las Vegas installed a 55" TV in their lobby showing the live leaderboard and weekly tournament announcements. Players waiting in line see top scores and upcoming events. The TV drives tournament signups and creates healthy competition that brings players back.

35%

More Tournament Signups

22%

More Repeat Visits

$800

Sponsor Revenue/Month

0

Staff Time Required

Tips & Best Practices

High-Traffic Placement

Put the TV where players wait: lobby, check-in area, or near the first hole. Visibility is everything.

Mute the Display

The TV display is visual-only. Keep audio off or use subtle background music separately.

Adjust Brightness

For glow-golf venues, reduce TV brightness so it doesn't overpower the course lighting.

Celebrate Top Scores

Feature the daily/weekly champion prominently. Players love seeing their name on the big screen.

Video Walkthrough

Video walkthrough coming soon.

FAQ

Any TV with a web browser or HDMI input works. Smart TVs with built-in browsers are simplest. For the best experience, use a Fire TV Stick or Chromecast connected to a 43"+ display. Make sure it has Wi-Fi.

Yes. The TV display uses WebSocket connections for instant updates. When a player enters a score on their scorecard, it appears on the TV within seconds.

Troubleshooting

Issue	Cause	Fix
TV shows a blank/white page	Browser doesn't support modern JavaScript or lost connection	Use a streaming device (Fire Stick, Chromecast) instead of the TV's built-in browser. Check Wi-Fi connection.
Leaderboard not updating	WebSocket connection dropped	Refresh the page. If persistent, check your internet connection. The display auto-reconnects within 30 seconds.
Display goes to sleep	TV auto-sleep or screensaver	Disable auto-sleep in TV settings. For streaming devices, enable "Stay Awake" or "Developer Mode" options.