The DIS is a great place to be! It amazes me how someone always has an answer to the remotest of questions. And unfortunately, I can't answer your question about the countdown clocks. I can't remember! You can start at the Community Forum. If it's not listed in the 'Important' messages section, post the question there. You'll have an answer within the hour! Good luck....I'm sorry I couldn't be the one to help!
For the Countdown Calendar, go to HOME and scroll down to Technical Support and then go to the Countdown Calendar Post. Then click on it and it will give you the instructions.