StrandVision announces a new digital signage player for Linux

StrandVision, digital signage software provider that delivers marketing messages and information to screens directly over the Internet, has released a pre-configured digital signage player for Linux that supports playback of digital signage content while automatically receiving content updates over the Internet when they are available..

StrandVision Digital Signage has announced the launch of a pre-configured digital signage player for Linux that supports playback of digital signage content.. Optimized graphics unit is capable of operating independently, while automatically receiving content updates over the Internet.

The SUSE digital signage player for Linux with dual-core Intel processor, which includes 1 GB of memory and Nvidia GeForce HD graphics, as well as network connection and VGA and HDMI display ports, is pre-configured by StrandVision for optimal performance and stability.

Mike Strand, founder and CEO of StrandVision, has stated: “Digital signage player for Linux is the best option for StrandVision customers. We take care of the installation and configuration of the software and the integration of the unit that allows our cloud services to manage the devices so that customers do not have to worry about the initial configuration, of continuous maintenance, operating system versions or security. Small size and optional mounting bracket allow the unit to be hidden behind the display for hassle-free installation. ”

Cloud content

StrandVision Linux Player includes a subset of digital signage playback software that runs on StrandVision servers in the cloud. The player includes its own database and Apache web server, so everything is independent. The included Adobe Flash player simply connects itself for digital signage content (no network traffic) with StrandVision production servers in the cloud acting as backup and pushing changes to content, as needed.

The digital signage device for Linux uses patented technology to poll the cloud server every minute to receive digital signage content updates and send status and usage activity information. If the cloud cannot be reached, Linux device continues to play the full content loop and correctly handles random and scheduled content. As a result, Periodic breaks in Internet service of even up to a couple of hours are rarely noticeable. If StrandVision cloud servers detect that a Linux device has stopped communicating with the cloud server for an hour, The system automatically sends an email alert to the technical contacts of the customers who are assigned to that particular location.

An added benefit is that StrandVision cloud servers are also more capable of automatically resolving issues with Linux players since the entire hardware and operating system is consistent and customized to operate within the StrandVision cloud.. The setup also offers improved security and stability. The Linux player is offered in addition to standard downloadable StrandVision digital signage applications for Windows and Mac personal computers..