The Devices Map View is a powerful new feature that transforms device management from a list-based workflow into an intuitive, visual experience. This enhancement allows administrators to quickly locate, monitor, and manage devices directly on a map or floor plan.

The Map View integrates a dynamic, visual representation of the entire device network, accessible via a new Map module access point within the device management section, and offers the following key capabilities:

• Health Status Indicators: Device markers visually reflect the device's current health status, such as online, offline, or communication, providing immediate situational awareness.

• Interactive Navigation: Clicking on a device in the left-hand sidebar will automatically pan and zoom the map to center on that device's precise location.

• Quick Access to Details: Clicking a device marker on the map opens the Device Overview pop-up for instant access to device details.

This article provides instructions for creating and configuring the Devices Map View.

Prerequisites

• An Appspace Account Owner that has been assigned a Platform User license.
• A user with the Location Admin role.
• The target device must be registered and visible in the Devices list.
• Relevant Floor Plans (maps) for the location must be uploaded and available for assignment.
• The process of pinning devices is currently manual; there is no autolocation feature.
• Devices must be filtered by Location/Building and then by Floor Plan to be visible for pinning.

Assign the General Location and Floor Plan

Follow the instruction below to assign the initial location hierarchy, for example, Campus, Building, and Floor, to a device before the marker can be placed on a map.

1. Log in to the Appspace console.
2. Navigate to the Devices > Map module.
3. Select the desired floor plan from the My Location drop-down menu, or use the search box to locate the correct floor plan.
4. After selection, a list of devices may be visible, and a visual confirmation of the specific floor plan selection is displayed on the Devices Map View dashboard.

Pin a Precise Map Location (Setting the Marker)

Follow the instruction below to set the precise map location for devices that have a floor plan assigned but are currently unmarked (unpinned). This action can be performed using one of two available workflows.

Pin from Devices List

1. Log in to the Appspace console.
2. Navigate to the Devices > Map module.
3. On the left panel, navigate to the specific floor plan containing the desired device.
4. Select the device, open its action menu (ellipsis (...)), and select Edit Floor Plan Location to begin the pinning process.
5. In the Set Device Location editor, perform the desired configuration:

   • Pin anywhere on the map to add a marker.

   • Set the marker coordinate.

   • Set the marker size.

   • Toggle the show label to On or Off.

6. Once configuration is complete, click Save.

Pin from Device Overview

1. Log in to the Appspace console.
2. Navigate to the Devices > Map module.
3. On the left panel, navigate to the specific floor plan containing the desired device.
4. Select the device, click the ellipsis (⋯), and choose View Device Details.
5. To begin the pinning process, in the Device Overview > Floor Plan, hover the mouse and select Set Location.
6. In the Set Device Location editor, perform the desired configuration:

   • Pin anywhere on the map to add a marker.

   • Set the marker coordinate.

   • Set the marker size.

   • Toggle the show label to On or Off.

7. Once configuration is complete, click Save.

Update an Existing Location

Follow the instruction below to modify the location of an already marked device. 

Update from the Devices List (Map View)

1. Navigate to the Devices > Map page and drill down to the correct floor plan.

2. Select the marked device from the left sidebar list.

3. Click the device ellipsis (⋯).

4. Choose the Edit Floor Plan Location option.

5. The map editor opens, allowing modification of the marker position.

6. Once update is complete, click Save.