General Questions

What can I show on my screens?

Xathari Intelligent Signage supports images, videos, documents, web pages, HTML widgets, and live streams. You can combine these into playlists, layouts, and scheduled content blocks.

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Why not use a USB stick?

USB playback lacks remote updates, scheduling, monitoring, and automation. Xathari provides centralized management, remote updates, multi‑zone layouts, and reliable playback across any number of screens.

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What do I need to use Xathari Intelligent Signage?

You need internet access, a supported playback device (such as a Raspberry Pi‑based player), and a display with HDMI input.

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Do I need technical skills?

No. The CMS is visual and easy to use.

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How many screens can I manage?

As many as you need. The platform is built for large‑scale deployments.

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Hardware

What hardware is supported?

Xathari supports Raspberry Pi‑based players and compatible digital signage hardware.

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What displays are supported?

Any HDMI‑compatible display, including consumer TVs, commercial signage screens, and touchscreens.

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Player Setup & Management

What is the Xathari Player?

A Raspberry Pi‑based device that auto‑registers, downloads content, and supports remote updates.

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Do I need to buy a Xathari Player?

No. You can use your own Raspberry Pi hardware.

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Features

What media types are supported?

Images, videos, documents, web content, widgets, and apps.

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What are Playlists?

Sequences of media items with customizable durations and transitions.

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What are Layouts?

Multi‑zone screen compositions that can display different content simultaneously.

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How does scheduling work?

You can schedule playlists, layouts, and media by time of day, day of week, or date range.

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What happens if the internet goes down?

Screens continue playing cached content.

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Does Xathari support vertical screens?

Yes.

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Advanced Features

Does Xathari support WiFi or cellular?

Yes. Players can connect via WiFi or compatible USB cellular modems.

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Support

How do I get support?

You can contact Xathari support directly through your dashboard.

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