1Play Digital Signage Features & Benefits (Raspberry Pi)

Everything you need to run digital signage on Raspberry Pi.
Manage content from one cloud dashboard and keep screens running reliably, even offline.

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Pay-as-you-go Works offline Built for Raspberry Pi Video walls & sync Proof-of-play reports Since 2016

Managing screens shouldn't require expensive hardware or complex infrastructure. 1Play turns Raspberry Pi devices into reliable digital signage players, so you can publish content to any number of TVs from one cloud dashboard, even when internet connectivity is unreliable.

Features

Scale your digital signage with 1Play across every location

Playback & Performance

Smooth playback with sharp visuals. Support for 4K (Pi 5), hardware acceleration and offline caching keeps your screens running reliably.

4K Support

Raspberry Pi 5 delivers crisp 4K playback for sharp, high-impact visuals on large displays.

Hardware accelerated

Hardware acceleration reduces CPU usage and power consumption, helping devices run cooler and more reliably.

Works offline

Content keeps playing even without internet, playlists are cached locally for offline reliability.

Wi-Fi connection

Built-in Wi-Fi on supported Raspberry Pi models (e.g., Pi 4 and Pi 5) makes installs faster and cleaner.

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Remote Management

Control screens from anywhere. Update playlists, verify playback with screenshots and automate TV power schedules from the cloud.

Automatic updates

Players automatically update to the latest 1Play version when new features are released, no manual maintenance.

Real-time screenshots

See what's playing on every screen with near real-time screenshots from the dashboard.

Auto power TVs ON/OFF

Automatically power TVs ON/OFF on a schedule to save energy and extend display life.

Sub-users

Create sub-users for your team with separate logins and controlled access.

Easy offline recovery

Recover connectivity fast: create a phone hotspot near the Playbox to securely apply new Wi-Fi settings from the dashboard.

Scheduling & Reporting

Plan content by time and location. Proof-of-play reporting helps you track what ran and when, with exposure metrics.

1Play scheduling and reporting dashboard

Playlist scheduling

Schedule exactly when each playlist runs, by time of day, day of week, or location.

Proof of play

Proof-of-play reporting shows what ran, when it played, and for how long (first/last play, screen count, exposures, exposure time).

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Security & Reliability

Locked down by default with TLS-encrypted connections and network controls like bandwidth throttling for stable rollouts.

Auto start and reboot

Designed for unattended use: devices auto-start after power loss and auto-reboot if playback becomes unresponsive.

SD card protection

SD card protection techniques reduce write wear and improve long-term reliability in the field.

Bandwidth congestion protection

Bandwidth throttling prevents players from saturating your network during downloads and updates.

Zero Trust Firewall

Locked down by default: inbound access is blocked and devices connect outward to the cloud for management.

Encrypted communications

All device communications use TLS-encrypted connections to protect content and credentials.

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Protect your account with two-factor authentication (2FA).

Video Walls

Create stunning multi-screen displays. Group screens into any grid and sync playback for large-format content. See video wall examples.

Video Walls

Build video walls by grouping screens into any grid (2x2, 1x3, 3x2 and more) for large-format, synchronized content.

Synchronized play

Choose a master Playbox and follower devices play in perfect sync, ideal for multi-screen layouts and video walls.

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Supported Content Types

Publish images and videos in minutes, including high-resolution and 4K content.

Display live web pages and dashboards by URL. For advanced use cases, optionally inject JavaScript on load.

Add live weather for any location to keep screens fresh and increase viewer attention.

Run your own Linux apps on-screen (C/C++, Python, Bash, Qt and more).
Build and test on a Raspberry Pi, then upload a ZIP to deploy from the 1Play dashboard.
Split the screen between 1Play content and your app.

Examples:
  • Queue systems
  • Public transport info (next stop)
  • Live dashboards & sensor data
  • Interactive kiosks

Deploy HTML apps (HTML/CSS/JS) by uploading a ZIP with index.html at the root.
1Play unpacks it and launches it in Chromium.

Examples:
  • Real-time queues (IoT sensors)
  • Full-screen RSS/news
  • Transport next-stop screens
  • Animated clocks
  • Kiosk interfaces

Play RTSP streams from IP cameras, NVRs, or any RTSP-capable source.

Overlay scrolling text or RSS feeds on top of your playlist.
1Play Digital Signage Supported Content Types

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Content is cached locally and continues playing even if your connection drops.

1Play works with all Raspberry Pi models. We recommend Raspberry Pi 5 or Pi 4 for the best performance, with Pi 5 supporting 4K playback. Learn more about our devices.

Yes. Manage unlimited screens and locations from one cloud dashboard.

Yes. Group screens into grids and sync playback for video wall layouts. See video wall examples.

Have more questions? Visit our full FAQ page or contact us.