On Mon, Oct 24, 2016 at 8:06 AM, Christopher Gioconda via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vintagecomputerfederation.org> wrote:
Hi Dean,
Wouldn't it just be easier to use the HDMI port on the RPi? Then, you can use any format for the content supported by Linux.
Chris
On Oct 24, 2016 7:36 AM, "Dean Notarnicola via vcf-midatlantic" < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vintagecomputerfederation.org> wrote:
Good thought. I've dabbled with Xibo (open spice digital signage) If I can get the pi's USB port to appear as a mass storage device to the tv, Xibo could serve to it.
Dean
On Monday, October 24, 2016, Dan Roganti via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic@lists.vintagecomputerfederation.org> wrote:
re: media content this is the perfect opportunity to enlist some IX members who dabble with the RPi. I'm sure some member there or even here can create a media platform to hold and display your content This platform has many practical uses for media. There are some media players already available for the RPi, just load your content Adding GPIO control for sensory activation is only a matter of adding a python [or other] program to trigger on the signal And it's well with in budget Dan
that was my original point Plus the RPi is small enough to attach to the back of the TV using a case and double sided tape Saving you an unnecessary long hdmi cable, or usb cable I would think there's an extra outlet in the attic to power this. And you can easily connect a wireless keybd/mouse S o you can change anything or manually operate the media player You could add a WiFi connection too so then you can remotely add content Dan