Samsung released the latest version of VXT and with it there are exciting new features. Today, we will focus on the Instant QR Pairing option. With it, you can connect displays in seconds by scanning a QR code through the mobile app, removing manual entry and reducing the risk of configuration errors during deployment. Read this blog until the end to learn about the newest feature and how it can help you.
Instant QR Pairing is a display registration feature within Samsung VXT that allows users to connect displays to the content management system (CMS) using a single scan.
When the feature is enabled, each display generates a QR code on screen. By scanning that with the VXT CMS Mobile App, administrators establish a secure and encrypted connection between the display and their workspace. No manual input or serial entry is required. This new feature:
Important note: Currently the mobile app is only available for Android devices in the PlayStore. Samsung is yet to release an application that works with iOS devices.
Traditional registration requires typing serial numbers or codes manually, often taking between three and five minutes per display. With Instant QR Pairing, that could be reduced significantly.
There are a couple of options for large-scale deployments. You could choose between the multi-screen enrollment option; with this you can on board devices via a CSV file or the QR Pairing option which could further shorten project schedules and reduce overall installation labour. For your convenience, we have prepared a short comparison table below to give you a better idea of how much time you could save.
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Installation Method |
Average Time per Screen |
Typical Errors |
Verification Step |
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Manual Code Entry |
3–5 minutes |
Medium (typing) |
Manual check |
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Bulk CSV Upload |
1–2 minutes |
Low |
Requires pre-planning |
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Instant QR Pairing (VXT) |
~30 seconds |
Near zero |
Automatic confirmation |
Setting up Instant QR Pairing follows the same basic conditions as a standard digital-signage installation. The Samsung display must be running the latest firmware version, and the VXT CMS Mobile App should be installed on the administrator’s device.
Both the display and the mobile device need an active Internet connection to communicate with the VXT platform. The user account used for pairing must have the necessary registration permissions, and the display should be positioned so that the on-screen QR code is clearly visible during the scan. Here is a step-by-step setup process:
Once scanned, the display appears in your CMS workspace, ready for scheduling and remote management. Pro tip: next to the QR code, you could also see the manual pairing code if needed. Curious to see it in action? Book a demo with our team to experience Samsung VXT Instant QR Pairing first-hand.
The Instant QR Pairing feature improves both security and accuracy by reducing the manual input to a minimum and introducing automatic verification. Key security benefits include:
These safeguards ensure every registered device is authenticated, traceable, and protected from configuration errors or unauthorised access.
The Instant QR Pairing resolves several common challenges faced during digital-signage deployments. Traditional onboarding can be slow and prone to human error, as installers manually type serial numbers or pairing codes for each screen. This process often delays large roll-outs and increases the likelihood of mistakes that require later correction. By replacing manual entry with a single scan, the Instant QR Pairing ensures every screen is registered quickly and accurately.
In many organisations, installation workflows vary from site to site, depending on who performs the setup. Instant QR Pairing standardises this process across all locations, ensuring every display follows the same reliable method. It also reduces the training burden for new or third-party technicians, who can connect screens using a simple, intuitive scan rather than navigating complex CMS procedures via the VXT mobile app. Ultimately, this consistency saves time, lowers support costs, and prevents costly deployment delays. Displays can go live faster, helping projects stay on schedule and improving overall operational efficiency.
To achieve the best results with Instant QR Pairing, a few key practices are worth following. Begin with a pilot deployment to verify that network settings, firmware versions, and mobile devices all function correctly. Keeping software and firmware up to date is essential, as QR Pairing relies on the latest VXT features and security updates. It is equally important to use secure networks and authorised CMS accounts, ensuring that only verified personnel can register new screens.
Monitoring pairing success rates within your dashboard helps identify recurring issues or network bottlenecks early. For complete reliability, teams should also be trained on fallback methods such as manual code entry (which is also visible on the screen in the pairing view on the screen), so installations can continue even if a scan fails. Finally, integrating QR Pairing with zero-touch deployment provides the most efficient workflow possible, allowing new screens to be added, configured and made operational with minimal human input. Together, these steps create a faster, safer and more consistent installation process across every project.
The Instant QR Pairing feature adds a practical improvement to how digital-signage networks are deployed and maintained within the solution. By replacing manual registration with a secure QR-based workflow, it shortens setup time, reduces the chance of configuration errors, and ensures consistent results across sites and installers. The feature aligns with the broader goal of VXT which is to make display management faster, safer and easier to scale for enterprises operating multiple locations.
For integrators, facility managers, and IT teams, Instant QR Pairing means new displays can be added to the network within minutes and brought under central control without additional software or complex training. It is one of several recent updates in Samsung VXT designed to support efficient, standardised digital-signage operations across industries. Ready to simplify your next deployment? Contact VXT Services to explore how this new feature can improve your network deployment.
Instant QR Pairing one of the latest Samsung VXT features. It allows users to register Samsung displays by scanning a QR code with the mobile app. This replaces manual code entry, creates a secure connection instantly, and helps avoid configuration errors during setup.
Traditional display registration can take three to five minutes per screen. The same process is faster with the new feature, meaning that Instant QR Pairing could save significant amount of the time during installation. This makes large-scale installations faster, more predictable, and easier to manage.
The technical requirements to set up Instant QR Pairing, you’ll need a Samsung display with the latest firmware, the mobile app installed on your device, and a stable Internet connection. Make sure your account has the right permissions and that the screen’s QR code is visible for scanning.
Each pairing uses a single-use QR code that expires after registration. Communication between the display and the CMS is encrypted, and every action is logged automatically for compliance. This means that the VXT Instant QR Pairing feature can enhance security.
Manual setup can lead to errors, long onboarding times, and inconsistent workflows. The Samsung Instant QR Pairing feature solves these problems by standardising registration, reducing training needs, and allowing screens to go live within minutes across multiple sites.