Setup guide

Playlister

Find and control Playlister displays from iPhone and iPad.

Before you start

Allow Church Remote’s Local Network permission and use a network that lets your phone or iPad reach the equipment. Guest Wi-Fi, isolation rules and VPNs can prevent a connection.

Add and use the device

1. Keep Playlister open on the Apple TV and connect your phone or iPad to the equipment network.
2. Open Church Remote and tap Find Devices. Choose the matching Playlister display.
3. If it does not appear, tap +, choose Playlister, and enter the local address shown by Playlister. Use the port shown by your setup if it differs from the app’s default.
4. Give the display a name such as Lobby Display, choose its room, and open its remote. Use the controls Playlister makes available.

Connection help & limits

Finding an Apple TV does not always mean Playlister is ready. Confirm that Playlister is running and that its local remote can be reached on the same network.

Accounts and rights

Use an authorized Playlister installation/subscription and content you have the right to display. Church Remote opens your equipment’s local controls and does not provide curriculum or a Playlister service license.

Keep your equipment organized

Open Device Details to save a custom name and choose its location and room. Use names your volunteers recognize. Saved offline information is useful history; an online indicator is not a guarantee of physical power or output.

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