How to install Digital Signage software on the Raspberry Pi 5
Turn your Pi into digital signage
Written By: Cherie Tan
Steps
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First, decide which Digital Signage software you want to use. Some popular options for Raspberry Pi include:
- Screenly OSE: Open-source Digital Signage software designed specifically for Raspberry Pi.
- Raspberry Digital Signage: A custom-made system built on Raspbian, focusing on full-screen web kiosk.
- Xibo: A powerful, open-source Digital Signage platform that supports Raspberry Pi.
For this guide, we shall use Screenly OSE!
Before installing the software, ensure your Raspberry Pi 5 is set up correctly:
- Download and install the latest version of Raspberry Pi OS on your microSD card.
- Insert the microSD card into your Raspberry Pi 5 and boot it up.
The installation process may vary depending on the software you've chosen. Here's a general overview:
Screenly OSE:
- Open Terminal on your Raspberry Pi or SSH into it from another device.
- Run the following commands:
sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get upgrade
sudo apt-get install screenly-ose Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Once the software is installed, you'll need to configure it and add your desired content:
- Access the administration interface of the Digital Signage software by entering the Raspberry Pi's IP address in a web browser.
- Follow the setup wizard or documentation provided by the software to configure settings such as screen layout, scheduling, and content playback.