I want to use a Mac Mini as a kiosk video player. We are producing content in Quicktime .MOV files. The display will be a donated flat panel sony plasma TV. Will I be able to trigger files to play easily? We hope to use this in a not for profit community historical society that has no budget, We have one oral history almost complete and will be filming more soon so eventually multiple files to choose from. The Mac
Mini would be secured to the back of the display.
What kiosk software? MOV files over WiFi, no problem. If comparable “kiosk” App isn’t available for the Apple TV, IMO you’re better off with a MacBook (which will also provide the hotspot for WiFi if necessary).
In short: MacBook —-AirPlay over WiFi—-> Apple TV—-HDMI cable——>Sony TV
You have more confidence in your WiFi provider than me;) http://ecrisper.com/ is what I am looking at and securing the MacMini to the back of a 42” donated TV is what I am thinking. Running video on a loop but eventually a script for multiple videos. I will use WiFi to access MacMini remotely. The Histotical society uses PC’s so I do not want to store files in them. Also do not want the server at my house either... looking at BrightSign devices as well. I appreciate your input though! Thanks!
Why mini? Apple TV is better suited to the task. Both come with no questions money back guarantee, so if you’re not sure, go ahead, give the mini a shot. Good luck.
I do not see where Apple TV has a way to store the video files we create as .MOV
also no Kiosk software...
Well, ecrisper hasn’t updated since October 2019 so that in itself looks like a deal breaker. Proceed with care, good luck.
Yes carefully moving forward... good eye on ecrisper. BrightSign may be my best bet. Thanks again!
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simple kiosk
