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BrightSign HD1010
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User Guide
HD110, HD210, HD410, HD810, HD1010, and HD2000
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BrightSign HD110, HD210, HD410, HD810, HD1010 Software Version: 3.0.1

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Summary

BrightSign Introduction

What is BrightSign?

Defines BrightSign as a standalone digital sign or kiosk controller for playing content from flash memory cards.

Sample BrightSign Setups

Explains how to connect BrightSign to various devices based on audio, video, and interactivity needs.

Video or Slide Show Loop Setup

Details connecting BrightSign to a display using VGA, component, or HDMI for video or slide loops.

Interactive Presentation Setup

Describes adding audio and interactivity to displays using input devices like keyboards or touch screens.

BrightSign Examples

Provides examples of BrightSign capabilities, including video looping, simultaneous displays, and interactive presentations.

Getting Started with BrightSign

Hardware Requirements

Lists the necessary hardware for setting up BrightSign, including displays, storage cards, and accessories.

BrightSign Software Update

Guides users on how to check for and download the latest BrightSign software from the official website.

Trying the BrightSign Demo

Provides steps to run a demo presentation to understand BrightSign's interactive capabilities and features.

Achieving Desired Results

Instructs users to add their own content and follow directions to create their desired presentations.

Playing Media with BrightSign

Ways to Play Media

Outlines methods for playing media files, including auto-play from SD cards, scripts, and serial commands.

Setting Video Mode

Explains how BrightSign automatically sets video resolution by communicating with the attached display.

Auto-play Files on Power-Up

Details how to set up files to play automatically in alphabetical order when the BrightSign unit powers up.

Auto-play Playlist on Power-Up

Guides users on creating and using AUTOPLAY.BSP files for automatic playlist playback upon startup.

Auto-play Interactive Playlist

Explains how to create and use AUTOPLAY.CSV files for sophisticated interactive presentations on specific models.

Auto-play Script on Power-Up

Instructs on creating and using AUTORUN.BRS scripts for autorun functionality and advanced control.

Scheduled Content Playback

Details how to play content at specific times using the AUTOSCHEDULE.TXT file on supported models.

Working with Playlists

What is a BrightSign Playlist?

Defines a BrightSign playlist (.BSP file) as a text file listing media files and their playback order.

Creating a Playlist

Provides step-by-step instructions for creating playlist files using a text editor and saving them with a .BSP extension.

BrightSign Playlist Commands

Lists and describes commands usable within a BrightSign playlist, such as debug, rem, print, and videomode.

Creating Interactive Presentations

Explains how to create interactive presentations using CSV files, responding to user input like buttons or touch screens.

Using Excel for Interactive Playlists

Details using Microsoft Excel to create interactive playlist files by structuring data in a table format.

Playlist Keywords

Lists keywords that can be included at the beginning of a playlist file, such as VIDEOMODE.

Playlist EVENTS Row

Explains the EVENTS row in interactive playlists for defining triggers like touch input or button presses.

Playlist STATE Row

Describes the STATE rows in interactive playlists, defining media files and transitions between states.

Control GPIO Outputs in Playlists

Guides on using GPIO commands within interactive playlists to control output states like LEDs.

Control Serial Output in Playlists

Explains how to use the serialSend command in playlists to send strings via the serial connector.

Control UDP Output in Playlists

Details using the udpSend command in playlists to send strings via the ethernet connector.

Preloading Images in Playlists

Explains the rules and benefits of preloading images in interactive playlists for smoother transitions.

Simultaneous States in Playlists

Describes creating simultaneous states within a single interactive playlist for complex presentations.

Interactive Playlist Examples

Illustrates interactive playlist usage with examples like slideshows advancing via clicks or button inputs.

Using Rollover Regions

Explains setting up touchable areas (rollover regions) for dynamic presentations that respond to cursor movement.

Using Rollover Events

Details defining rectangular and circular rollover regions using specific keywords in the playlist events row.

Scheduling Playlist Playback

Guides on using the autoschedule.txt file to play videos, images, and playlists at scheduled dates and times.

Working with Zones

What are BrightSign Zones?

Explains how to divide the screen into zones for playing different content, supporting video, images, RSS, and text.

Customizing Zones

Details customization options for zones, including background color, fonts, text appearance, and colors.

Using Zones with Playlists

Demonstrates adding zones to playlists using keywords like EnableZones and DefineZone for layout configuration.

Other Zone Keywords

Introduces additional keywords for zones, such as Backgroundbitmap and Color, for visual customization.

Comix Tour Zone Example

Illustrates zone usage with a practical example, showing a playlist that controls multiple content zones.

Working with Scripts

What are BrightScripts?

Defines scripts as programs controlling behaviors based on events, similar to macros or web scripting languages.

Sample BrightScript

Provides a simple 'Hello World' example script to demonstrate script creation and execution via the serial port.

Roku Objects for Scripting

Explains BrightSign's reliance on Roku Objects for hardware access within the BrightScript language.

Using the GPIO Control Port

Details connecting buttons or LEDs to BrightSign's GPIO ports and creating custom cables for interaction.

Getting Help and Support

Learning More and Support Resources

Lists available BrightSign documents, community forums, and support contacts for further assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Addresses common user queries regarding video frame rates, portrait mode content, and component display connections.

Troubleshooting BrightSign Issues

Offers troubleshooting steps for general problems, no display, boot issues, unrecognized cards, and unresponsive peripherals.

Troubleshooting File Playback

Provides solutions for problems with automatically playing files, general playback errors, and content format specifications.

Troubleshooting Playlists

Offers guidance on resolving issues with playlists, including file naming, formatting, and content compatibility.

Troubleshooting Interactive Playlists

Provides steps to fix interactive playlist problems, focusing on input definition, file spelling, and event listing.

BrightSign and Accessories

Discusses common issues with BrightSign startup lights, software updates, and SD card functionality.

Advanced Topics

Selecting Compact Flash Cards

Recommends industrial-rated CF/SD cards and discusses compatibility and reliability factors for BrightSign.

Avoiding CF;SD Card Corruption

Explains how read fatigue can corrupt CF/SD cards and why industrial-rated cards mitigate this risk.

Card Speed Requirements

Specifies recommended read speeds for CF/SD cards for standard and high-definition video playback.

BrightSign Card Compatibility

Discusses BrightSign's compatibility with CF/SD cards and the importance of testing before deployment.

Updating BrightSign Software

Details methods for updating BrightSign software, including using specific file names for updates.

Generating HD Content with Final Cut Pro

Provides instructions for creating and exporting HD content for the HD2000 using Final Cut Pro and Compressor.

BrightSign Shell Access

Explains how to access the BrightSign command-line shell via a serial port for debugging and advanced tasks.

BrightSign Shell Commands

Lists and explains basic shell commands for file management and interacting with the BrightSign unit.

Product Specifications

BrightSign Features Overview

Presents a table detailing supported display resolutions and video compression standards across BrightSign models.

Supported Media Types

Lists supported media formats, including MPEG-2 video, image files (BMP, PNG, JPEG), MP3 audio, and WAV audio.

Supported Input Devices

Details the various input devices that can be connected to a BrightSign, such as touch screens, keyboards, and mice.

Tested USB Mice

Provides a list of USB mice tested for compatibility with BrightSign, including connection type and model.

BrightSign HD1010 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelHD1010
CategoryMedia Player
Video OutputHDMI
Audio OutputHDMI, 3.5mm audio jack
ResolutionUp to 1080p
Operating SystemBrightSign OS
Weight0.5 lbs
Image DecodingJPEG, PNG
Audio DecodingAAC, MP3, WAV
Serial PortRS-232
Power Supply5V DC
StorageSD card slot
Network10/100 Ethernet
Video DecodingH.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4
USBUSB 2.0

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