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Supported on Ubuntu 18 and above.
Considerations for Physical setup:
  • Linux system (Ubuntu 18 or above).
  • Active internet connection.
1

Download DEB File

Download the latest DEB file from here - Click to Download
You can also visit the Pickcel Download Page directly and download the latest DEB file from the Linux section.
2

Locate the Downloaded File

Navigate to the Downloads folder on your device and double-click on the downloaded file.
Locate Downloaded File
3

Install the Package

Click on Install and authenticate with your password to begin the installation.
Click Install
4

Launch the Application

After installation, type Pickcel in Dash, and launch the Pickcel application from there.
Launch Pickcel from Dash
5

View Registration Code

Once the app is launched, it will show a 6-digit alphanumeric Screen Registration Code.
Registration Code
6

Pair with Pickcel Console

Pair your display with the Pickcel console using the registration code. You will have to enter this code on your Pickcel console to complete the pairing of your screen.
To learn how to pair your device with the Pickcel console, see the Screen Registration guide
The installation of the Pickcel digital signage software on your Linux device is successful 🎉, and you can start publishing content on your screens now.

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How to Enable Automatic Startup (Optional)

To automatically launch the Pickcel app at system startup, follow these steps:
1

Open Startup Applications

Open Startup Applications on your system.
Open Startup Applications
2

Add New Startup Entry

In the Startup Applications window, click on the Add button.
Click Add Button
3

Find the Application Path

To add the application to the startup list, you need to find the command that runs it. Open the terminal and type the following command:
which pickcel-digital-signage
Press Enter to execute.
Terminal Command
4

Copy the Application Path

The which command locates the executable file and displays its full path. The terminal will display the complete path where the Pickcel application is installed (typically /usr/bin/pickcel-digital-signage). Copy this path - you’ll need it in the next step.
Application Path
5

Configure Startup Entry

In the Add Startup Program window, fill in the following details:
  • Name: Enter a user-friendly name for the program (e.g., “Pickcel Digital Signage”)
  • Command: Enter /usr/bin/pickcel-digital-signage
Click on the Add button to save.
Add Startup Entry
6

Restart Your System

Close the Startup Applications window and restart your system. The Pickcel app will launch automatically after boot.
What’s Next?Now that your Linux player is installed, complete your setup: