Digital Signage Kit

Welcome to the Georgia Public Library Service (GPLS) Digital Signage Kit! This kit was created to provide a compact and highly mobile solution for digital signage at events, conferences, and presentations. The kit is ideal for auto-rotating through signage at a vendor booth, showing agendas at a conference, or providing a quick solution for presentations in a non-standard environment.

What's in the Kit?

1. TV with clip on stand bracket pre-mounted:

   • TV already has the mount attached to the back for easy set up.

   • Remote included for changing inputs as needed.

2. Tripod stand for TV:

   • Lightweight and simple keeps this stand easy for one person to set up.

3. Lenovo Chromebox Micro mounted to TV:

   • This Chromebox is powerful yet fanless, providing reliable and silent operation.

   • A wireless mouse and keyboard make it easy to connect to the right WiFi network or change settings as needed.

   • You can also use the included HDMI cable to share your laptop screen instead.

Setup and Usage Instructions

Unpacking the Kit

1. First, remove the stand from the bag and open the tripod legs. Lock them in place and extend the center tube to the height you want the TV at. Make sure all adjustment points are tight.

2. Carefully unpack the TV by lifting it out of the rolling hard case. This may require 2 people.

3. Slot the circular notch on the bracket mounted to the tv over the center rod in the tripod. Tighten the connections down at the angle you want. 

4. Connect the power cables from the TV and the Chromebox to the included power strip and extension cable.

5. Check that the TV and Chromebox have powered on automatically or press their power buttons to turn them on.

Operating the TV

1. Insert a VHS tape or DVD:

   • Open the cassette compartment or DVD tray and load the media.

Operating the Chromebox

2. Insert a VHS tape or DVD:

   • Open the cassette compartment or DVD tray and load the media.

Connecting your own device to the TV

3. Insert a VHS tape or DVD:

   • Open the cassette compartment or DVD tray and load the media.

Maintenance Tips

• Cleaning the TV Screen: Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe down the screen if it  gets smudged or dirty. Do not use scratchy fabric like paper towels.

• Replace batteries as needed: Battery replacements may be needed in the keyboard, mouse, or TV remote. Please check them before you leave with the kit or bring spare batteries with you.

Troubleshooting

• Chromebox:

  • No power: Verify that the Chromebox is on or click the power button (remember it is fanless so it is silent!). Check that the power cable is securely inserted in the back of the Chromebox.

  • No Internet: This is likely caused by not being connected to any known Wireless network. Follow the steps below to connect to a new network such as conference room WiFi or you own wireless hotspot.

    1. Plug the wireless keyboard and mouse into the Chromebox. 

    2. Power cycle the Chromebox and as it boots click "Ctrl+Alt+S" (you will see this option displayed on the screen as it boots) to switch from signage mode to regular Chrome OS.

    3. In the bottom right, select the wireless icon and add the desired wireless network as you normally would.

    4. Verify you are connected to the internet, then reboot the chrome device to return it to kiosk/digital signage mode.

• No Audio/Video Output:

  • Ensure the HDMI cable is connected between the TV and the Chromebox or your own device.

  • Verify input selection on the TV matches the port that the HDMI cable is in on the back of the TV.

Additional Resources

• • The default signage file is shared in the GPLS Intranet drive under IT/Digital Signage Kit. Modify this file as needed.

  • Contact the GPLS IT team for assistance with setup or troubleshooting.