How to set up digital signage screens on a Raspberry Pi 4
A super-quick setup guide
Please note: This version has been deprecated, an updated version of the Raspberry Pi App can be found here
Here's what you will need:
A HDTV Monitor/Any TV
(with HDMI input)
A Raspberry Pi
(We recommend a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 4GB).
Internet Connection
To upload and update content
This super quick setup guide assumes you have already connected the Raspberry Pi to your monitor and you are using your Raspberry Pi and no other external device.
Before installing the PosterBooking app, please make sure you have Raspberry OS installed, if you are using a brand new Raspberry Pi you will need to install Raspberry OS Instructions to install Raspberry OS can be found here.
Step 1: Download the Raspberry Pi image file.
Click here to download it and then transfer it onto a USB drive and upload it onto the desktop of your Raspberry Pi. You can also download it by visiting posterbooking.co.uk/download-app using any browser on your Raspberry Pi.
Step 2: Set file permissions
Using your mouse, Right click on the PosterBooking.deb file. Go to Properties select Permissions and under Execute click on the dropdown and choose ‘Anybody’. Press OK.
Step 3: Run Terminal
Run the Terminal app on your Raspberry Pi and run the command: cd Desktop.
Note: Terminal commands are case sensitive, so make sure you type the commands carefully.
Step 4: Install PosterBooking
Next type: sudo dpkg -i PosterBooking.deb
Congratulations! You have now installed the PosterBooking image onto the Raspberry Pi.
Top open up the app, click on the Pi icon at the top left of your screen, then go to Accessories and select the PosterBooking app to open it up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up digital signage on a Raspberry Pi 4?
You can install the PosterBooking app by downloading the .deb file to your Raspberry Pi and using the Terminal to run the install command. You must first set the file permissions to Execute for Anybody before running the sudo dpkg command in the Terminal.
Is PosterBooking free to use?
PosterBooking is free for up to 10 screens, though a watermark will appear after a 3 month trial period. For setups without watermarks or for more than 10 screens, paid plans like Home Basic or Business Pro are available.
Can I use PosterBooking without an internet connection?
Yes, PosterBooking supports offline playback through content caching. An internet connection is primarily required for uploading and updating your content.
What equipment do I need for Raspberry Pi digital signage?
You will need an HDTV or any monitor with an HDMI input and a Raspberry Pi, preferably the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 4GB. You also need an internet connection to manage your content and the Raspberry Pi OS installed on your device.
What devices does PosterBooking work on?
PosterBooking works on various hardware including Fire TV Sticks, Android TV, and Windows in addition to the Raspberry Pi. It is also compatible with the Amazon Signage Stick, Chromebox, and Raspberry Pi.
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