⚠️ Important
We recommend starting your Webcast stream prior to the scheduled start time to ensure everything is working correctly with your video/audio setup.
Steps to Announce the Start Time
Send the first item into the ring by clicking on Send on the first lot
Prepare your Item Message/Announcement by typing your message where it says "Announcement" and choosing the options available. Clicking either Internet or Room will trigger the message to show for online bidders on the front end.
You can send either a Standard or Pop-up message
Standard messages are recommended as they remain visible until the item is sold or passed
Suggested text: Auction starting in 5 minutes!
Click Pause Bidding on the Webcast console.
This pauses live bidding (but not max bids for lots not on the ring, if available) while still allowing users to login and register. Your video feed will remain active and the announcement will be visible.
Users view:
⚠️ Please note:
The item message will disappear once the first item is sold or removed from the ring.
Sending the first item into the ring with a message ensures the LOGIN and REGISTER buttons are visible. If no item or announcement is sent, users will not be able to log in or register again until the first item is officially in play.