Clock Display

What It Does

The Tournament Clock Display is the player-facing visual interface that shows critical tournament information in real-time. This display shows current blinds, time remaining, prize information, player counts, and important announcements to keep players informed throughout the event.

Who It's For

Players participating in tournaments need this information to track progress and make strategic decisions. Floor staff use these displays to communicate efficiently with large groups of players simultaneously.

Accessing the Clock Display

1. From the Tournament Events dashboard, locate your tournament

2. Select "Clock"

3. The display launches in a new window, ready to be shown on monitors throughout your venue

Display Components

Player-Facing Clock Display

The external tournament clock shown to players with color-coded information panels:

• Tournament Header: Event name with any subtitle and guarantee information

• Game Info Banner: Game type (e.g., "No Limit Hold'em") and status indicators

• Central Clock Panel:

  • Current level number in large format

  • Timer in minutes: seconds format (e.g., "40:00")

  • Status indicators like "Clock Paused"

  • Green border around timer while in play and a solid red background and border when timer is paused.

• Current blinds (e.g., "100 - 200")

• Next blind level preview ("Next Blinds: 200 - 400")

• Break information with duration ("Break: 160 min")

• Tournament Statistics Panels:

  • Total Chips

  • Bag Bonus information

    • Displays total paid out in bag bonuses

  • Average Chip count

  • Remaining Players / Total Entrants

  • Rebuy/Addon totals

  • Chop Value calculations

  • Total Prize Pool details

  • Position payout amounts

Information Distribution

Strategically positioned information around the central clock:

• Left Side: Player and chip statistics

• Right Side: Payout information and break details

• Top: Tournament name and event information

• Center: Primary timer and blind information

• Bottom: Optional scrolling or static custom message

Payout Information

Dedicated area for prize details:

• "Payout: value in $USD" header

• Numbered list of top positions with dollar amounts

• Automatic updates as prize pool changes

• Chop value only updates if payouts are finalized

• Once payouts are finalized, that position will be removed from the payout positions list

  • Once 8th place payout is finalized, it will be removed from the clock display and only payouts 1-7 will display

Configuring the Display

Basic Setup

The display automatically configures based on tournament settings:

• Pulls blind structure from selected Level Structure

• Shows prize information based on Payout Structure and entries

• Adjusts visual elements based on tournament type

Display Customization

Tournament staff can adjust what appears on the display:

• Toggle Information Panels: Show/hide specific information

• Resize Elements: Adjust prominence of different components

• Theming: Apply custom backgrounds or color schemes

Best Practices

Display Placement

• Position displays for maximum visibility from all playing areas

• Ensure text is large enough to be read from the furthest tables

• Consider multiple displays for larger tournament areas

• Angle screens to minimize glare and maximize readability

Information Management

• Update key statistics regularly by busting players in the system as close to real time as you can

• Use custom messages to display breaking order or dealer rotation

• Display payouts once registration closes and prize pool is finalized

Player Experience

• Ensure display volume settings are turned up so players can hear the built in audio cues from the clock

  • 10 second countdown to end of level, and when break is ending

• Use clear, concise language for all communications

Technical Considerations

• Test displays before tournaments begin

• Have backup display options in case of technical issues

• Ensure network connectivity for real-time updates

• Consider automatic brightness adjustment based on room lighting

Common Questions

Can players access the tournament clock remotely?

Yes, by utilizing the Cardopz Player Portal. Players can see real time snapshots of active tournament clocks from CardOpz customers.

How are display changes synchronized across multiple screens?

All displays connect to the same tournament data source, ensuring consistent information across all screens.

What happens to the display if the Controller loses connection?

The display will continue showing the last received information until connection is restored. Manual clock operation may be necessary during extended outages.

Related Features

For more information on controlling what appears on the tournament clock, see:

• Tournament Controller

• Tournament Events

• Level Structure Setup