Digital signage has revolutionized how businesses communicate, but traditional setups keep you anchored to a wall outlet and a fixed location. Enter the concept of —the ultimate fusion of the world’s leading open-source digital signage software with mobile, battery-powered hardware.
+--------------------------------------------------------+ | PORTABLE POWER SOURCE | | (5V/3A Power Bank or 12V LiFePO4 Battery) | +-------------------+------------------------------------+ | v Power +-------------------+------------------------------------+ | MEDIA PLAYER | | Raspberry Pi 4 / 5 or 64-bit Intel NUC Mini-PC | | (Running Screenly Anthias OS via MicroSD/SSD) | +-------------------+------------------------------------+ | v HDMI Video & Audio +-------------------+------------------------------------+ | PORTABLE DISPLAY | | (1080p Portable Monitor or Field Display) | +--------------------------------------------------------+ 1. The Media Player
💡 : You can power a Raspberry Pi 4/5 from a USB power bank, making it possible to run a digital sign for hours without access to a wall outlet — perfect for outdoor events, trade show booths, or pop-up shops.
7-inch to 10-inch official Raspberry Pi touchscreens or portable USB-C/HDMI monitors. screenly anthias portable
Set up a fully functional information kiosk in under two minutes.
Enter the —a self-contained, WiFi-enabled digital signage solution that fits in a backpack.
The journey began in NYC, where Rachel set up her Anthias Portable in a bustling Times Square billboard. She created a stunning visuals playlist, featuring their coffee chain's branding and promotions. Passersby stopped to gaze at the bright and colorful display, mesmerized by the smooth transitions and animations. The Media Player 💡 : You can power
(formerly known as Screenly OSE) is the world’s most popular open-source digital signage software . It allows anyone to transform a simple single-board computer or mini PC into a highly functional media player.
Use 1080p MP4 videos encoded in H.264 and lightweight JPEG/PNG images. This reduces processing strain on the Pi and saves battery life.
⚠️ : As of 2026, there are still some bugs being ironed out, particularly with video playback on Raspberry Pi 5. Check the GitHub issues page for the latest status before deployment. Enter the —a self-contained
Use a battery-powered screen to show menus or daily specials.
Before booting up on-site, pre-configure your Raspberry Pi to connect to your portable hotspot. Inside the Raspberry Pi Imager advanced settings, input your mobile hotspot's SSID and password. This ensures that the moment your phone's hotspot is active, the portable sign connects automatically. Step 3: Hardware Assembly