Download Player Software
Castit player software is available for multiple platforms, making it easy to run digital signage on virtually any device. Download the player for your operating system and start displaying content on your screens.
Accessing the Download Page
Click Download in the left sidebar to access the download page. This page is available from any section of Castit.
Why Castit?
Before choosing your platform, here's what makes Castit the smart way to manage your digital screens:
Crowd Communication Instantly reach everyone with news, announcements, and live updates across all your displays.
Multi-Display Support Easily manage multiple screens from one simple dashboard, no matter how many locations you have.
Lightning Fast Optimized for speed so your content is always up-to-date and displays smoothly.
Choose Your Platform
Castit supports six different platforms, ensuring compatibility with most devices and smart displays.
Windows
Best for: Desktop computers, Windows-based media players, commercial displays with built-in Windows PCs
Download: Click Download for Windows to get the latest version of Castit for Windows.
System Requirements:
- Windows 10 or later recommended
- Internet connection for content updates
- Graphics card with display output
Typical Use Cases:
- Office displays using existing Windows computers
- Retail displays with Windows mini PCs
- Conference room screens connected to Windows devices
Linux
Best for: Linux servers, Ubuntu-based systems, custom hardware setups
Download: Click Download for Linux to get the latest version of Castit for Linux.
System Requirements:
- Modern Linux distribution (Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, etc.)
- Internet connection for content updates
- Display output capability
Typical Use Cases:
- Server rooms running Linux infrastructure
- Cost-effective digital signage on Linux hardware
- Custom kiosk setups with Linux
Android
Best for: Android tablets, Android TV boxes, Android-based commercial displays
Download: Click Download for Android to get the latest version of Castit for Android.
System Requirements:
- Android 7.0 or later recommended
- Internet connection for content updates
- Sufficient storage for media content
Typical Use Cases:
- Repurposing Android tablets as displays
- Android TV boxes connected to monitors
- Commercial displays with built-in Android
Recommended Android TV Settings:
If your Android screen turns off or the player does not stay open, adjust the power and app settings below. Menu names vary by manufacturer.
Keep the screen awake:
- Settings > Device Preferences > Screensaver > Put device to sleep > Never
- Settings > Screensaver > Put device to sleep > Never
- Settings > Daydream > When to sleep > Never
Disable sleep timers:
- Settings > Sleep timer > Off
- Settings > Timers > Sleep timer > Off
- Settings > Apps > Timers > Sleep timer > Off
- Settings > Device Preferences > Screensaver > Sleep Timer > Off
Disable idle standby and auto shut-off:
- Settings > Device Preferences > Power > Idle TV standby > Off
- Settings > BRAVIA settings > Eco > Idle TV standby > Off
- Settings > Power > Eco > Idle TV standby > Off
- Settings > System > Power & Energy > Idle TV power off > Off
- Settings > System > Power & Energy > Energy Saver > Turn Off TV After > Never
- Settings > Device Preferences > Power > Auto shut-off > Off
- Settings > BRAVIA settings > Eco > Auto shut-off > Off
- Settings > System > Power and Energy > Auto shut-off > Off
- Settings > Device Preferences > Power and Energy > Auto shut-off > Off
Enable Castit auto-start:
- Settings > Apps > Special app access > Display over other apps > Castit: Digital Signage Player > Allowed
- Settings > Apps > Special app access > Energy optimization > Castit: Digital Signage Player > Not Optimised
Allow the app to turn the screen on (Android TV):
- Settings > Apps > Special app access > Turn screen on > Castit: Digital Signage Player > Allowed
Enable player options inside the app:
Open the Castit player, press the up button on your remote, then go to Settings and enable:
- Enable player auto start to launch the player when the TV turns on
- Enable foreground to reopen the player if it is closed
TCL Android Smart TV (Safety Guard):
Some TCL models block auto-start. Update permissions here:
- Safety Guard > Permission Shield > Auto Launch Permission
- Set Auto Manager to Closed
- Set Castit: Digital Signage Player to Opened
Web / PWA (Progressive Web App)
Best for: Quick testing, browser-based displays, Raspberry Pi, devices without dedicated apps
Access: Click Open in Web to launch the web-based player in your browser.
System Requirements:
- Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- Internet connection
- Browser in fullscreen mode for best display
Typical Use Cases:
- Testing content before deploying to dedicated players
- Displays where you can't install software
- Running on Raspberry Pi devices (via browser or SD card image)
- Temporary or occasional displays
Raspberry Pi Support:
Castit offers two options for Raspberry Pi:
-
Pre-configured SD Card Image (Recommended)
- Download the ready-to-use Raspberry Pi image
- Flash it to your SD card
- Boot your Raspberry Pi
- Automatically launches Castit player - just pair and go!
- Works out of the box with minimal setup
-
Web/PWA Player
- Open the web player in the Raspberry Pi's browser
- Enter fullscreen mode for optimal display
- Flexible option if you're already using your Raspberry Pi for other purposes
Both options offer a cost-effective solution for digital signage.
LG webOS
Best for: LG commercial displays with built-in webOS
Download: Get the Castit app directly from the LG Content Store on your LG webOS display.
Installation Steps:
- Open the LG Content Store on your LG webOS display
- Search for "Castit"
- Download and install the app
- Launch the app to get your pairing code
Alternative: You can also find the app at the LG App TV Store
Why LG webOS:
- No external player hardware needed
- Built-in connectivity and performance
- Professional commercial display features
- Lower total cost of ownership
- Native app optimized for LG displays
Samsung Tizen
Best for: Samsung commercial displays with built-in Tizen OS
Coming Soon: Native Samsung Tizen app for seamless integration with Samsung smart displays.
Current Workaround: Use the Web/PWA player in the Samsung Tizen browser until the native app is available.
Why Samsung Tizen:
- Integrated solution without external hardware
- Reliable commercial-grade performance
- Easy management from Samsung displays
- Reduced hardware costs
Platform Comparison
| Platform | Installation Required | Best Performance | Easiest Setup | Cost-Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Yes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
| Linux | Yes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Android | Yes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Web/PWA | No | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Raspberry Pi (SD Image) | Flash SD card | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Raspberry Pi (PWA) | No | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| LG webOS | Via LG Store | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Samsung Tizen | Coming Soon | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
After Downloading
Once you've downloaded and installed the player software:
- Launch the player on your device
- Note the pairing code displayed on the screen (5-digit code)
- Go to Castit CMS and create or open a screen
- Navigate to the Players tab in your screen
- Enter the pairing code to connect the player to your screen
- Start displaying content immediately
Not sure which platform to choose? If you already have hardware, use the platform it runs. If you're buying new hardware, consider Android TV boxes or Raspberry Pi for cost-effectiveness, or LG/Samsung commercial displays for all-in-one solutions.
Installation Guides
For detailed installation instructions for each platform:
- Pairing Players - How to connect your player to a screen
- Player Management - Managing connected players
Need Help?
If you have questions about which platform to choose or need assistance with installation:
- Click Contact us! in the top navigation bar
- Use Leave a feedback in the sidebar to ask specific questions
- Check the FAQ section for common questions
Next Steps
After downloading and installing your player:
- Pair your player to a screen
- Add content to your screen
- Create a schedule for time-based content