Screenly Anthias (the open-source version of Screenly OSE) is perfect for this because:
Who it’s for
One of Anthias's strengths is its ability to cache content. Once you upload your videos or images, they live on the SD card. This means even if you lose your cellular signal in the middle of a convention center, your signage keeps running without a hitch. Step 3: Enclosure and Protection screenly anthias portable
If you need to change assets on the fly, set your smartphone as a mobile hotspot with a saved SSID. Your Raspberry Pi will automatically connect to it wherever you are, allowing you to access the Anthias web interface immediately. Screenly Anthias (the open-source version of Screenly OSE)
| Problem | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| | Screen doesn’t wake with Pi | Use a powered USB hub or check monitor’s auto-sleep settings | | WiFi drops after moving | Install autohotspot script to auto-join known networks | | Video stutters | Use H.264 encoded MP4 (not HEVC) on Pi 3 | | Power bank cuts out | Some banks require >100mA load to stay on. Enable Pi’s USB boot current limit. | Step 3: Enclosure and Protection If you need
Screenly Anthias (the open-source version of Screenly OSE) is perfect for this because:
Who it’s for
One of Anthias's strengths is its ability to cache content. Once you upload your videos or images, they live on the SD card. This means even if you lose your cellular signal in the middle of a convention center, your signage keeps running without a hitch. Step 3: Enclosure and Protection
If you need to change assets on the fly, set your smartphone as a mobile hotspot with a saved SSID. Your Raspberry Pi will automatically connect to it wherever you are, allowing you to access the Anthias web interface immediately.
| Problem | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| | Screen doesn’t wake with Pi | Use a powered USB hub or check monitor’s auto-sleep settings | | WiFi drops after moving | Install autohotspot script to auto-join known networks | | Video stutters | Use H.264 encoded MP4 (not HEVC) on Pi 3 | | Power bank cuts out | Some banks require >100mA load to stay on. Enable Pi’s USB boot current limit. |
