Zmanim Display

Halacha Zmanim times

View all daily halachic prayer times calculated according to traditional Jewish law. Times are automatically calculated based on your location and the current date.

Alot HaShachar: Dawn - earliest time for morning prayers
Sunrise (Netz): Actual sunrise time
Sof Zman Shema: Latest time to recite Shema (GRA & MGA)
Sof Zman Tefilla: Latest time for morning prayers (GRA & MGA)
Chatzot: Halachic midday
Mincha Times: Gedola, Ketana, and Plag HaMincha
Sunset (Shkiah): Actual sunset time
Nightfall (Tzeit): 3 stars and Rabbeinu Tam (72 minutes)

Hebrew Date: Automatic Hebrew calendar display

Parsha: Weekly Torah portion on Shabbat

Holidays: Jewish holiday identification

Date Navigation: Previous/Next day buttons

Halachic Disclaimer

Times are approximate. Consult your local rabbi for halachic decisions and specific community practices.

Our Zmanim events

Display your community's custom schedule including minyanim, shiurim, meetings, and other events. Events are organized by type and show all times and applicable days.

Event Types: Minyan, Shiur, Meeting, and Other categories
Grouped Display: Events organized by type and description
Multiple Times: Shows all times for each event with applicable days
Weekly Schedule: Automatically loads events for the current week
Event Management: Click the edit icon to manage events (requires login)
Empty State: Helpful message when no events are scheduled

Minyanim: Daily prayer services

Shiurim: Torah classes and learning sessions

Meetings: Community gatherings

Custom Events: Any other community activities

Event Management

Logged-in users can click the edit icon to access the event management page where they can create, edit, and organize weekly events for the community.

Display Settings customize

Customize how the zmanim display behaves with options for default view selection and automatic view switching. Perfect for TV displays and public screens.

Default View: Choose which segment (Halacha or Our Zmanim) appears first
Auto-Switch Toggle: Enable automatic alternation between views
Switch Interval: Set time between view changes (5-300 seconds)
Countdown Timer: Visual indicator showing time until next switch
Manual Override: Manually changing views pauses auto-switch
Local Storage: Settings saved on your device

TV Display Mode: Ideal for lobby screens

Flexible Timing: Customize switch intervals

User Control: Manual switching always available

Persistent Settings: Saved across sessions

Accessing Display Settings

Click the settings gear icon next to the segment selector to open the Our Zmanim Settings modal. Changes are saved automatically and take effect immediately.

Location Settings location

Set your geographic location to ensure accurate zmanim calculations. The system uses your location to determine sunrise, sunset, and all related prayer times.

Auto-Detect: Use GPS to automatically detect your current location
ZIP Code Entry: Enter a US ZIP code for quick location setup
Common Locations: Choose from a list of major cities worldwide
Location Display: See your current location name or coordinates
Persistent Storage: Location saved for future visits
Timezone Detection: Automatic timezone identification

GPS Detection: Automatic location from device

ZIP Lookup: US postal code support

City List: Pre-configured major cities

Global Support: Works worldwide

Location Accuracy

Accurate location is essential for correct zmanim calculations. If using GPS, ensure location permissions are enabled in your browser or device settings.

Pro Tips & Best Practices

TV Display Setup:

Enable auto-switch in Display Settings for lobby or shul displays
Set interval to 10-15 seconds for good visibility of both views
Use full-screen mode (F11 on most browsers) for clean display
Consider using a dedicated device or browser tab for continuous display

Location Configuration: Set your location once and it will be remembered for all future visits. If you travel, you can easily update the location to get accurate times for your current area. The system automatically adjusts for daylight saving time.

Event Management Workflow:

Create a weekly template of recurring events (daily minyanim, weekly shiurim)
Use the "Copy to Next Week" feature to replicate schedules
Update special events (guest speakers, holiday schedules) as needed
Review and update events at the start of each month

Print Functionality: Use the print button in the header to create physical copies of daily zmanim. The page automatically formats for printing with clean black and white styling, hidden navigation controls, and professional layout.

Date Navigation: Use the previous/next day arrows to view zmanim for any date. The "Go to Today" button appears when viewing past or future dates, making it easy to return to the current day. All zmanim and events update automatically when changing dates.

Mobile vs Desktop: The zmanim display is fully responsive. On mobile devices, the layout adjusts for smaller screens while maintaining readability. On tablets and desktops, the two-column grid provides an efficient overview of all times.

Manual View Control: When auto-switch is enabled, you can still manually change views by tapping the segment buttons. This automatically pauses the auto-switch feature, giving you full control when needed.

Common Location List: The location settings include pre-configured entries for major Jewish communities worldwide including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and London. These provide accurate coordinates, elevation, and timezone information.