How can I install the Xibo Player App on unsupported Android Media Players?

In order to install the Xibo Player App on unsupported Android Media Players, you first need to configure some settings on the Android device.

Allow Unknown Sources

This setting is found in the Security or Applications section of the standard Android Settings tab.

This setting should be disabled after installation unless auto-update is required.

Enable the Wireless Adaptor

The Xibo Player App needs access to the Wireless Adaptor to get the MAC Address to record to your CMS.

When connecting a Display for the first time, the Wireless Adaptor must be enabled.

We recommend enabling this prior to installation so you don't have to leave the Player App during configuration. After the Display is connected, you can turn this off if it is not being used.

Confirm Time Settings

Confirm that the Date, Time and Timezone set is correct for the device.

Installing the Xibo Player App

1. Download the latest Android APK release file
2. Open the file and click to install
3. Accept any listed permissions
4. The Xibo Player App will now be available in your app drawer.
5. Open Xibo in the app drawer and click Use Code to show an activation code
6. From the CMS, navigate to the Displays page and click Add Display(Code) button
7. Enter the activation code shown
8. Save

The Display will now be added to the Displays page.

1. Use the row menu for the new Display record and select Authorise
2. Click Yes

If you are not on a Plan, you will need to Licence your Display:

1. Go to the Display Settings page in the CMS
2. Use the row menu for the appropriate profile and select Edit
3. Provide the Licence Code
4. Save