Chapter 1
Getting Started
Get your first display up and running in under 60 seconds. No technical expertise required.
Supported Hardware
Brix works with most common display hardware. Download the Brix Player app on any of these platforms:
Recommended Hardware
The Amazon Signage Stick ($99) is our top recommendation. It's purpose-built for digital signage and works with any TV that has an HDMI port.
Adding Your First Display
Pairing a display takes about 60 seconds. Here's how:
Install the Brix Player App
Download and install the Brix Player from your device's app store.
Note the 6-Digit Code
When you open the app, you'll see a pairing code on screen. Keep this handy.
Log into Brix
Go to
portal.brixsignage.com and sign in to your account.Click "+ Add Display"
Find the blue button in the top-right corner of the Displays page.
Enter the Code
Type in the 6-digit code from your display screen.
Name Your Display
Give it a recognizable name like "Lobby TV" and click Save.
The Displays dashboard shows all connected screens with their status
Hardware Setup
Amazon Signage Stick
Complete setup instructions for getting your Amazon Signage Stick connected and running with Brix.
What You'll Need
- Amazon Signage Stick, power cable, and power adapter
- A TV or display with an HDMI port (must support HDCP)
- Wi-Fi network name and password
- An Amazon account
- Mobile device with Bluetooth (for app setup) OR the included remote
Option 1: Mobile App Setup (Recommended)
The fastest way to set up your Signage Stick is using the Amazon Signage mobile app.
Power the Signage Stick
Plug your Signage Stick into the HDMI port and connect the power cable.
Download the Amazon Signage App
Get it from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Sign in with your Amazon account
If it's your first setup, this creates your organization automatically.
Tap "+" to add a Signage Stick
The app scans for nearby unpaired Signage Sticks using Bluetooth.
Connect to Wi-Fi and select Brix Signage
Make sure your phone is on the same Wi-Fi network. Choose Brix Signage as your CMS.
Wait for installation
The Signage Stick will update and install Brix. This takes about 5–10 minutes.
Pro Tip
Save your Wi-Fi and CMS settings as a profile in the app for faster setup of additional Signage Sticks.
Option 2: Remote Setup
If you prefer using the physical remote, follow these steps instead.
Connect and power on
Plug the Signage Stick into HDMI, connect power, and turn on your display.
Pair the remote
If it doesn't pair automatically, hold the Home button for about 10 seconds.
Connect to Wi-Fi
Use the remote to select your network and enter the password.
Visit the Signage Manager Portal
On your phone or computer, go to console.signage.amazon.com and sign in.
Enter the pairing code
Enter the code shown on your TV, select Brix Signage, and wait for installation (about 5–10 minutes).
Next Steps
Once your Signage Stick shows the Brix screen, you're ready to:
- Add your display in the Brix portal (it should appear automatically)
- Upload media to your library
- Create a playlist and assign it to your screen
Chapter 2
Media Library
Upload, organize, and manage all your content in one place.
Upload Media
Drag and drop files or click to browse. Supports images, videos, and HTML.
Set Expiry Dates
Make content appear and disappear automatically on specific dates.
Replace Files
Swap out old content while keeping all your playlist settings intact.
Organize in Folders
Keep your library tidy by grouping files into folders.
Uploading Media
Go to Media
Click "Media" in the left sidebar.
Click "+ Upload Media"
The blue button in the top-right corner.
Select Files
Choose one or more files from your computer. You can select multiple at once.
Click Upload
Your files will be processed and added to the library.
Adding Media to Playlists
Once uploaded, you can quickly add media to one or more playlists:
Select files and add them to multiple playlists at once
Media Expiry
Set a start date and end date for any media file. The content will automatically appear and disappear based on your schedule.
Chapter 3
Displays
Monitor and control all your screens from one central dashboard.
Understanding Status Indicators
Each display shows colored indicators so you can quickly see what's happening:
| Status | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Live | Display is online and connected to the internet |
| Offline | Display is not connected (turned off or no internet) |
| Sync | Display has the latest content and is playing correctly |
| Out of Sync | New content is waiting to download |
Offline Playback
Once content is downloaded, it keeps playing even if internet goes out. Displays only need to be online to receive new content.
Changing Display Content
Find Your Display
Go to Displays and locate the screen you want to update.
Click the Replace Icon
In the "Now Playing" column, click the small icon next to the current content.
Select New Content
Choose a media file, playlist, or schedule.
Save
Click Save and the new content starts playing within a minute.
Remote Controls
Live Snapshot
Capture a screenshot of what's currently playing on supported devices.
Remote Reboot
Restart displays remotely without physical access.
Power Schedule
Set displays to turn on and off automatically at specific times.
Replace Display
Swap hardware while keeping all settings and playlists intact.
Chapter 4
Playlists
Organize your content into sequences that play on your displays.
The playlist editor with media library sidebar
Creating a Playlist
Click "+ Add Playlist"
Go to Playlists and click the button in the top-right.
Name Your Playlist
Give it a descriptive name like "Morning Announcements".
Add Media
Click the + icon next to items in your media library, or drag and drop.
Set Durations
For images, set how many seconds each should display. Videos play their full length.
Save & Preview
Click "Save & Preview" to see how it looks, then Save when ready.
Assigning to Displays
After saving, click "Associated Displays" at the bottom of the editor to select which screens should play this playlist.
Keep in Mind
Assigning a new playlist to a display replaces whatever was playing before. Check "Associated Displays Count" before editing shared playlists.
Chapter 5
Layouts
Divide your screen into multiple zones to show different content simultaneously.
Choose from pre-made templates or create your own custom layout
When to Use Layouts
Layouts are perfect when you want to show multiple things at once:
- Main content with a scrolling ticker at the bottom
- Video on one side, announcements on the other
- Large image with clock and weather widgets
Creating a Layout
Choose a Template
Click "+ Add Layout" and pick a pre-made template or "Make Custom Layout".
Set Resolution
Choose 1920×1080 for landscape or 1080×1920 for portrait.
Adjust Sections
Resize zones by dragging edges. Add or remove sections as needed.
Fill Each Section
Add media, playlists, or apps to each zone.
Save
Save and assign to displays like any other content.
Chapter 6
Schedules
Play different playlists at different times of day.
The schedule calendar with time blocks and repeat options
How Schedules Work
Think of a schedule like a calendar for your display. Create time blocks, assign playlists, and the display automatically switches content based on the current time.
Creating a Schedule
Create a New Schedule
Go to Schedules and click "+ Add Schedule".
Add Time Blocks
Drag on the calendar or click "Add New Item". Set start and end times.
Assign Playlists
Choose which playlist should play during each time block.
Set Repeat Options
Choose: daily, weekly, monthly, or just once.
Add Default Playlist
This plays whenever there's no scheduled content.
Always Set a Default Playlist
Without a default playlist, your display shows nothing during unscheduled times.
Chapter 7
Dynamic Apps
Add live, real-time content to your displays like clocks, weather, and news feeds.
Built-in apps for dynamic content
Available Apps
| App | Description |
|---|---|
| Clock | Multiple styles: analog, digital, minimal. Supports multiple timezones. |
| Weather | Current conditions and forecast for any location. |
| Ticker | Scrolling text that moves across the screen. |
| RSS Feed | Pull content from any RSS feed—news, blogs, internal feeds. |
| Web URL | Display any website or web app directly. |
| Live TV | Broadcast TV (certain hardware only). |
| Stream | HLS, RTP, or DASH video streams. |
| Power BI | Microsoft Power BI dashboards (requires Power BI Pro). |
Adding an App
All apps work the same way: Go to Apps, find the one you want, click "Add Instance", configure settings, and save. The app then appears in your media library.
Ticker Overlays
Tickers can be added as overlays in playlists—scrolling text at the bottom while main content plays above.
Chapter 8
Canva Integration
Create professional designs without leaving the CMS.
Design in Canva and publish directly to your media library
Using Canva
Open Canva
Click the Canva icon, then "+ Add Canva".
Choose Size
Landscape (1920×1080), Portrait (1080×1920), or custom dimensions.
Design Your Content
Use Canva's templates, images, fonts, and design tools.
Publish
Click Publish. Design automatically saves to your Brix media library.
Canva Account
You'll need a Canva account. Free accounts work, but Pro gives access to premium templates.
Chapter 9
Proof of Play Reports
Generate detailed playback data for compliance, billing, or analytics.
Generate reports showing when and where content played
Generating a Report
Set Date Range
Choose start and end dates.
Choose Report Type
Aggregate = summary (total plays per day). Detailed = every playback event with timestamps.
Select Scope
Filter by specific media, playlists, or displays.
Generate & Download
Click Generate, then download as CSV or HTML.
Chapter 10
Settings
Configure global preferences for your account.
Transitions
Choose how content switches between items: fade, slide, or instant.
Passcode
Code required to exit the player app on displays.
Timezone
Set default timezone for schedules and reports.
Theme
Switch between light and dark mode.
Advanced Modes
- DOOH Mode — Advertising features like campaigns and frequency weighting.
- Advanced Mode — Extra features like InSync for synchronized playback.
Chapter 11
User Roles
Control what each team member can see and do.
Create users and assign specific roles
A
Admin
Full access to everything. Can manage users and settings.
B
Broadcast Manager
Can create and publish content. Edit playlists and layouts.
D
Display Manager
Can add displays and assign content. View display status.
C
Content Manager
Can upload and organize media. Cannot publish to displays.
P
POP Manager
Can generate and download proof-of-play reports only.
V
CMS Viewer
Read-only access. Can view but cannot make changes.
Chapter 12
Security
Keep your account secure with MFA and IP restrictions.
Multi-Factor Authentication
Add an extra layer of security by requiring a code from your phone.
Scan the QR code with Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator
Go to Settings → MFA
Find MFA in the Security section.
Scan the QR Code
Use Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator on your phone.
Enter the Code
Type the 6-digit code from your app to verify.
Enable
Click Enable. You'll now need the app code to log in.
IP Filtering
Restrict CMS access to specific IP addresses:
Whitelist
Only allow access from specific IPs. Everyone else is blocked.
Blacklist
Block specific IPs while allowing everyone else.
Be Careful with Whitelisting
Make sure you include all locations where you need access. If locked out, contact support.
Audit Logs
Track all user activity in your CMS. Go to Settings → Audit, select a date range, and click Generate.
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