How to Set Up Your First Display in Under 5 Minutes

One of the most common hesitations with digital signage is the assumption that setup will be complicated. Maybe you’ll need to hire a technician, configure network settings, or install server software. With IntelDisplay, none of that is necessary. You can go from unboxing a screen to displaying your content in under five minutes.

Here’s exactly how it works.

What You Need

Before you start, make sure you have:

• A screen: Any TV with an HDMI input, or an Android TV with the built-in app store. A commercial display works too, but a consumer TV is perfectly fine for most use cases.
• An Android TV box or tablet: If your TV isn’t an Android TV, connect a small Android TV box (like a Xiaomi Mi Box or similar device) via HDMI. Alternatively, you can mount an Android tablet directly.
• An internet connection: Wi-Fi or Ethernet — either works.
• An IntelDisplay account: Sign up at inteldisplay.top if you haven’t already. It only takes a moment.

Step 1: Install the Player App

Turn on your Android TV device and open the Google Play Store (or sideload the APK if you prefer). Search for the IntelDisplay player app and install it. The app is lightweight and installs quickly.

Once installed, launch the app. It will display a 6-character registration code on screen. This code is what links the physical display to your IntelDisplay account — no IP addresses, no port forwarding, no manual device configuration.

Step 2: Register the Display

Open a web browser on your computer, phone, or tablet and log in to the IntelDisplay management console. Navigate to the Displays section and click “Add Display.” Enter the 6-character code shown on your screen.

That’s it — the display is now registered to your account. You’ll see it appear in your display list with its current status, resolution, and orientation.

Step 3: Upload Your Content

Go to the Media section in the console and upload your files. You can drag and drop images, videos, or a mix of both. IntelDisplay supports over 200 image formats and all major video codecs, so you don’t need to worry about converting files beforehand.

Uploads are chunked into 60 MB segments and are resumable, which means even large video files (up to 3 GB) upload reliably regardless of your connection quality. The platform also uses SHA256 deduplication, so if you upload the same file twice, it won’t waste your storage.

Step 4: Create a Playlist

Head to the Playlists section and create a new playlist. Add the media files you just uploaded, set the display duration for each item (for images), and arrange them in your preferred order.

A playlist is simply a sequence of content that plays in a loop. You can mix images and videos freely — the player handles transitions smoothly.

Step 5: Assign the Playlist to Your Display

Go back to your display’s settings and assign the playlist you just created. Within moments, the player app will download the content and begin playback. The content is cached locally on the device, so it continues playing even if the internet connection drops.

What Happens Next

Your display is now live. From the management console, you can:

• Monitor the display in real time — the player sends a heartbeat every 30 seconds, so you always know if a screen is online.
• Update content by editing the playlist — changes push to the player automatically.
• Schedule content to play at specific times, days, or date ranges.
• Add more displays by repeating the same code-based registration process.

Tips for a Smooth Setup

• Use Ethernet if possible. Wi-Fi works fine, but a wired connection ensures the most stable experience, especially for video-heavy playlists.
• Set the player app to auto-start on boot. This way, if the device restarts due to a power interruption, it comes back up and resumes playback without manual intervention.
• Start simple. Upload a few images, create one playlist, and assign it. You can add scheduling, multiple playlists, and advanced features later as you get comfortable with the platform.

Ready to Try It?

Setting up digital signage doesn’t need to be a project. With IntelDisplay, it’s a task — one you can complete during a coffee break. Create your account and get your first screen running today.