How to Set Up Digital Signage with a Fire TV Stick

Turn Your Amazon Fire TV Stick into a Digital Signage Player.

Fire TV Stick is now the preferred cheap digital signage player among companies in the global business. Firestick solution, which has the cloud signage of Wilyer, enables any organization to install professional HDMI signage devices within minutes. This is a step by step tutorial of the entire Firestick digital signage setup process.

Why Choose Fire TV Stick for Digital Signage?

The Ultimate HDMI Signage gadget.

Most Affordable Solution

Fire TV Stick is the cheapest signage of Firestick media player at only $29-59. No costly proprietary equipment--simply all you need to do is to plug in any HDMI window and you are all set.

Cloud-Based Management

Cloud based Firestick signage by Wilyer offers full remote signage management Firestick feature. One-dashboard control has unlimited displays, real-time content updates, and remote monitoring of every screen.

Fire OS Ready Digital Signage.

Fire OS, which runs on Android, is compatible with potent digital signage software on Firestick. The platform is robust, stable and has an optimized 24/7 performance.

Perfect For:

• In-store advertising and marketing.

• Corporate office pronouncements.

• Restaurant menu boards

• Healthcare waiting rooms

• Real estate property exhibitions.

• Exhibitions in educational institutions.

• Hotel and hospitality signage.

What You Need to Set Up Firestick TV for Digital Signage

Hardware:

• Amazon Fire TV Stick (Any model: 29-59)

• HDMI port (TV or monitor) display.

• Solid internet connectivity (WiFi connection or Ethernet)

• Power outlet

Software:

• Wilyer Digital Signage Player (free Firestick signage app).

• Wilyer cloud account (14 days free trial at wilyer.com)

Complete Setup Guide

Step 1: Setting up a Fire TV Stick for Digital Displays

The first step in preparing to use the Fire TV Stick is to establish a connection to the television or display device as well as set up everything for optimal performance prior to launching any of the digital signage content.

• Hardware Setup

You will first want to connect the Fire TV Stick to the physical hardware of your TV or display device. Here's how:

• Plug the Fire TV Stick into any HDMI port that is available on your TV or other commercial-grade monitor.

• Connect the USB power cord to a standard wall outlet with the included power supply.

• Turn your TV or other display on and switch to the HDMI Input that corresponds with where you connected the Fire TV Stick.

• The Fire TV Stick should automatically power up and open the user's interface.

• Initial Device Configuration

To complete the device configuration after powering on, follow the on-screen instructions:

• Choose your preferred language.

• Connect to your wireless network or wired LAN.

• Log in with your existing Amazon account or create a new one if needed.

• Set the appropriate resolution and display scale.

• Skip any of the optional entertainment services or suggestions to keep the Fire TV Stick focused on digital signage use.

Once complete, your Fire TV Stick will be fully set up and ready for use in your business's digital menu board or signage installation.

Step 2: Optimize Fire TV for Digital Signage

Access Settings:

Fire TV remote Press Settings button (gear icon).

Navigate to key settings:

• Network: Have competent WiFi/Ethernet connection.

• Access system settings of my Fire TV.

• Applications: Apps management.

• Display/Audio: Use display settings to optimize the display settings.

Critical Optimizations:

Display Settings:

• Shut off screen saver.

• Set display sleep to "Never"

• Disability adaptive brightness off.

• Maximize screen brightness

Power Management:

• Turn off all the energy saving options.

• Turn off sleep timers

• Disable auto shut-off

• Enable "Stay awake" mode

Application Settings:

• Uninstall unnecessary apps

• Turn off automatic updates of apps when in business.

• Turn off notifications

• Off autoplay content Disable content autoplay

Network Configuration:

• Get connected to special business WiFi.

• Or use an Ethernet adapter to be the most reliable.

• Have a minimum connection speed of 5 Mbps.

• Set static IP when required in management of the network.

Critical in consumers commercial display and uninterrupted operation on Firestick.

•  Go to the app section on your device, locate the play store, open it, and prepare to download the Wilyer Digital Signage app for for your screen setup

Step 3: Install Wilyer Signage App

Search for Wilyer:

• Fire TV remote Home button on the Fire TV remote.

• Go to find (magnifying glass) icon.

• Select "Search"

• Type "Wilyer" on-screen keyboard.

• Or tap and press microphone button: "Alexa, find Wilyer Digital Signage Player"

Find the App:

Wilyer Digital Signage Player displayed with:

• "Electronic Signage Software Solution to your business in one stop).

• App icon with Wilyer logo

• Developer: Wilyer

• Works with Fire TV Remote

Download and Install:

1. Wilyar Digital Signage Player.

2. Select Get button (Free to download)

3. Review app details:

• Developer: Wilyer

• Supported Games: Game Controller, Fire TV Remote.

• Supported Languages English

• Compatibility of the devices verified.

4. Wait for download (1-2 minutes)

5. When it has been installed, click on the Open app.

6. find in the "Apps and games" section.

Alternative: Signage Firestick App Sideload.

Early adopters have the possibility of sideloading Wilyer APK in case Amazon App Store is not available in the region.

Step 4: Start and Customize Your Signage Display.

Open Wilyer App:

Upon opening Wilyer, you will get the following pairing screen:

• Wilyer logo at top

• Huge 6 digits pairing code (e.g. 395344)

• Text: "Enter the Code Below"

• Status: Listening to New Connection... Internet Active"

• Direction: to match up with this Screen.

Leave this screen on your Fire TV screen.

Create Wilyer Account:

On your tablet, smartphone, or computer:

1. Visit wilyer.com

2. Click on Start Free Trial/ Sign up.

3. Fill in your details about your business:

• Company/Business name

• Your name and email

• Create password

• Location details

4. Click "Create Account"

5. Verify email address

6. Log into Wilyer dashboard

Set Pair: Fire TV Signage Display:

In Wilyer dashboard:

1. Press Screens in the left hand menu.

2. Click "Add Screen" or "+" button

3. Enter Fire TV (395344) 6-digit pairing code.

4. Name your screen:

5. Add address (address or room number)

6. Add tags if needed (optional)

7. Click "Pair Screen" or "Add"

Allow the waiting time of 5 to 10 seconds.

Customers should see Connected Successfully on the screen of their Fire TV and it will display as Online (green status) on your dashboard.

 Now your Fire TV Stick has been paired as a digital signage display

Troubleshooting

Fire TV Won't Connect to WiFi:

• Verify WiFi password

• Move router closer

• Employ an Ethernet adapter to be reliable.

• Restart router and Fire TV

Wilyer App Won't Auto-Launch:

• Enable permissions App Autostart at Boot.

• Check Fire TV startup application.

• Ensure no conflicting apps

• Restart Fire TV to test

Content Not Updating:

• Make sure that Fire TV is connected online (green on dashboard).

• Check internet connection

• Force sync from dashboard

• Restart Wilyer app

Display Goes to Sleep:

• Turn off all settings on screen savers.

• Set display sleep to "Never"

• Turn off power-saving modes

• Check Fire TV as well as TV settings.

Cost and ROI

Investment:

• Fire TV Stick: $29-59 (one-time)

• Wilyer Subscription Charged on a per-screen basis/month.

• Total setup: Under $100 to start

Savings:

• Eliminate printing expense: $2,000- 10,000/year.

• Save staff time: 10-20 hours/month

• Installment news: No reprints necessary.

Revenue Impact:

• Increase sales of items on promotion: 15-30%

• Better customer engagement

• Professional brand image

• Payback period: 1-3 months

What is the reason Wilyer Fire TV Signage?

Easy to Use

No technical skills needed. Our Firestick solution cloud signage will be functional with an easy to use dashboard.

Affordable

The cheapest model in terms of cost is the Fire TV Stick commercial display setup. Transfer one screen to hundreds with no budget bust.

Reliable

Auto-start, offline video and 24/7 will have your signage functioning at all times.

Scalable 

Start with one Fire TV, grow to multiple locations. Manage everything from one cloud-based menu board software platform.

Full Support

• Help center with guides

• Email and chat support

• Setup assistance available

• Training for your team

Conclusion 

The combination of Wilyer's digital signage software for the Amazon Fire TV Stick (Firestick) provides the best balance of price, quality and functionality. Small and large companies can use this very affordable digital signage player to install digital signage using the Firestick display, easily.

From using the kiosk mode on a Firestick for unattended operation to providing a complete remote management system for digital signage devices via the Firestick, Wilyer offers all the capabilities necessary to create a professional digital signage platform using HDMI-enabled Firestick devices. Wilyer's content management system (CMS) in the cloud makes it easy for users to manage and deploy content on their Firestick digital signage displays. In addition, the Firestick application can automatically launch at startup and restart automatically when the power goes out. All of these aspects of Wilyer's digital signage system provide a high level of service and support for customers, as well as 24/7 reliability in managing digital signage content.