HARDWARE GUIDE

Choose Your Hardware Setup

Pick what fits your budget: a TV, a computer, or a Smart TV. Each has its upside, and we’ll help you land on the right one.

BUDGET-FRIENDLY

Existing TV + Media Player

Got a TV already? Add any media player or streaming stick, open the browser, sign in, and your signage is live.

Use any TV you already own
Add any Android/Fire stick
Lowest cost option

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Smart TV

A Smart TV gets you most of the way — no extra hardware. Open the browser, sign in, hit “Start,” and you’re running in minutes.

No extra hardware required
Built-in browser & WiFi
Up and running in minutes

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MOST FLEXIBLE

Computer + Display

Hook any computer to a monitor or TV over HDMI, VGA, or USB-C. Open Chrome, sign in, and run your whole display network from anywhere.

Use any PC, Mac, or mini-PC
Connect via HDMI, VGA, or USB-C
Full browser capabilities

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QUICK START

Set Up in 3 Simple Steps

Whatever hardware you pick, you’re live in minutes.

Choose Your Display

Any TV, monitor, or smart display works — from a 10" tablet to a 75" TV.

Sign Up & Create Content

Open a free account and build your first display in minutes with fill-in-the-blank templates.

Go Live

Open the browser, sign in, and launch — then manage everything remotely from any device.

TIPS & REQUIREMENTS

What You'll Need

It runs on just about any screen and any device with a browser. A few things to keep in mind:

Internet Connection

A steady WiFi or Ethernet line is all it takes — the display pulls content from the cloud on its own.

Modern Web Browser

Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or any Smart TV browser — it all runs in the browser, no installs.

Any Screen Size

From a counter tablet to a giant video wall, the content scales to any resolution.

Connection Cable (if needed)

HDMI is the usual one; VGA and USB-C work too. Smart TVs need no cable at all.

Compatibility at a Glance

Works with all major platforms

Smart TVs

Samsung, LG, Sony, etc.

Android Devices

Fire Stick, Android Box, tablets

Computers

Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook

Mobile

iOS & Android browsers

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